UNV - University Program Series

Non-credit orientation to Ottawa University.

Enrichment course consisting of analytical and reflective reading, discussion, and problem solving regarding contemporary social issues and potential solutions.  Required for all first-year Top Scholars.  Enrollment limited to Top Scholar recipients.

Using information from online resources and their own experiences, students will research a desirable career in their field. They will also research an alternative career that utilizes the same abilities and skills. Students will reflect on personal characteristics and education that will contribute to their success in ideal and alternate careers, and how their choices will contribute to a lifetime of personal significance. Students will apply what they have learned through creation of a resume and participate in a mock interview by phone, in person, or via video conference.

This course will prove information for a successful academic experience.  Topics will include an exploration of stewardship, the mission and history of the University and student support services, student responsibilities and the growth mindset.  Students will examine their resources, skills and attributes with a goal of increased self-awareness culminating with the creation of a personal definition of success and significance.  This course runs concurrently with the student's first course at Ottawa University and is facilitated by the student's academic advisor.