Free Seminar Thursdays

If you’ve taken a moment to peruse the activities calendar, you may have noticed a number of seminars scheduled throughout the fall semester. These seminars were created to contribute to the cultural, social, professional and intellectual development of our students here at FNC.

There is no charge for attending these seminars, simply register in advance with the Office of Student Services. Some of the seminars offered include:

“How to Get Along with Your Professor” This insider look at proper academic conduct will help you understand your professor’s expectations and help you build a positive relationship with your instructors.

“How to Get Good Grades” This ten-step overview, presented by Academic Advising, is intended to compliment the more extensive SLS 50 College Skills Course. Use this is a crash course to get a head start, or a refresher course to help reinforce the successful study skills you are trying to develop.

“Hidden Potential: Claiming the Success You Deserve” This insightful seminar examines the character traits of the truly successful. With a little practice, you can develop these traits and achieve the success you deserve with the least resistance.

“Managing Conflicting Priorities” This seminar focuses on advanced methods of time and stress management. Time management is easy when you only have one thing to focus on, but what happens when you have multiple priorities all vying for your attention? “Managing Conflicting Priorities” has a number of suggestions to help you maximize your efforts and minimize the anxiety.

“Building Relationships: Before You Need Them” Think of relationship building as investing in your future. You can’t withdraw funds from an empty bank account, right? The same can be said for personal AND professional relationships. This seminar will discuss some of the simple ways that you can build relationships now—before you need them.

 

Welcome Back Students!

The Office of Student Services is thrilled that you’ve taken the time to check out the FNC Blog . Blogging is the fastest and easiest way for Student Services to keep you abreast of current events and information. Let me show you around.

You will notice a number of tabs at the top of the blog. Each tab will lead you to further information:

On the ‘About Student Services’ page you will find our Statement of Purpose and Campus Life.

By clicking on the ‘Activity Calendar’, you will find a schedule of campus and community events that may be of interest to you.

Check out the ‘Applause Award’ page for information on nominating your favorite FNC faculty or staff member.

The ‘FNC SGA’ page contains the by-laws of the Florida National College Student Government Association as well as the job descriptions and academic requirements for each office. (Elections for the 2008-2009 academic year will be held September 29-30.)

Finally, the campus organization page is ready and waiting for the development of future student organizations. The development of student organizations depends on the interest and participation of the FNC students. This is your opportunity to develop your organizational and leadership qualities. Stop by the Office of Student Services for further information.

 

The Secret to Success

Do you have what it takes to be successful? Find out with this easy online assessment. The self-assessment questionnaire from Skip Downing’s On Course is available at the Houghton Mifflin website.

The assessment will help you identify your strengths and opportunities for growth. After rating yourself on 64 statements, the assessment will analyze each choice and calculate the final results.

By understanding your strengths and opportunities, you can learn how to leverage the skills you already have and identify the ones you need to acquire in order to manifest the level of success you really want—in college and in life.

Because your success is important to the faculty and staff here at FNC, Manuel Mares at the Office of Academic Advising, invites you to take the assessment, submit the final evaluation to mmares@fnc.edu, and visit his office at Room 140 (Hialeah Campus) to discuss the results.

Knowing is half the battle. Discover your undeveloped success skills, and discover your hidden potential.

 

Online Employment Application Support

The Office of Job Placement proudly presents:

Time: Fridays from 9:00a – 12:00 noon

Location: FNC South Campus–LAB Room 214

Apply to: 

American Airlines
South Florida Banks
Tenet Health System Hospitals
Carnival Cruise Lines
AT & T
Fontainebleau Resort
Hyatt Regency Coral Gables
Miami-Dade County Departments
and many others.

* Electronic version of resume required for online applications.

 

 

Taller de Capacitación para Conseguir Empleo: Viernes, 6 de junio

Usted ha trabajado arduamente para graduarse, y ahora qué? Se necesita mas que un Diploma para conseguir un “buen” trabajo. Son primordiales un resumen hilvanado con precisión y habilidades estelares para la entrevista. Según Careerbuilder.com, usted tiene 30 segundos para dejar una impresión duradera. Es mejor que aprenda cómo utilizar ese tiempo sabiamente.

 

El viernes 6 de junio, la Oficina de Colocación del Empleo de FNC dictará un “Taller de Capacitación para Conseguir Empleo”. En éste taller los estudiantes adquirirán información útil tal como, las bases para elaborar un resume, preparación para la entrevista de trabajo, estrategias en la búsqueda de empleos. Al igual que, como guardar e  invertir dinero para el futuro, entre otras. Trabaje mas inteligentemente, no mas intensamente.

 

En FNC estamos interesados en su futuro, por ello ofrecemos este Taller completamente GRATIS! No lo posponga, es también necesario que lo complete como requisito para su Graduación.  Además, con una pequeña inversión de su tiempo, usted puede aprender cómo alcanzar ésos trabajos que pagan altos salarios.

 

Para su conveniencia, el taller será ofrecido en la mañana de 10:00am a 12:00pm y en la noche de 6:00 a 8:00 pm, en el Aula  166.

 

Si usted tiene alguna pregunta, inquietud o no puede asistir al taller, por favor contacte a Vanessa inmediatamente en el 305-821-3333 ext: 1019 o 1057.

 

Employability Workshop: Friday, June 6th

Attention: Prospective Students

You’ve worked hard for your degree–now what? It takes more than just a diploma to get a good job. It takes a finely honed resume and stellar interview skills. According to Careerbuilder.com, you have 30 seconds to make a lasting impression. You better learn how to use your time wisely.

On Friday, June 6th, the Job Placement Office at Florida National College will be holding an Employability Workshop. In this workshop, students learn useful information such as the basics of resume writing, job interviewing, job search strategies, saving and investing money for the future, and much more. For your convenience, the workshop will be offered during both the morning and evening class session (10a-12p and 6p-8p Room 166).

Because we care about your future, attending the Employability Workshop is mandatory prior to graduation (failure to attend will cause a delay in your expected graduation date), but that’s not the only reason you should attend. The Employability Workshop is FREE! With just a small investment of your time, you can learn how to land those higher paying jobs. Work smarter not harder.

If you have any questions, concerns or cannot attend the workshop, please contact Vanessa immediately at 305-821-3333 at ext: 1019 or 1057. (Next Employability Workshop will be held June 20th.)