Build habits to be a successful student by taking advantage of Tutoring Services Skills Workshops at College of Western Idaho (CWI). Pop in during one of our free 90-minute to two-hour workshops to learn various strategies and techniques, meet with our amazing tutors, and find resources to help you succeed. Check back for updated offerings!
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Exam Preparation & Test-Taking Strategies – March 14 & 15, April 4 & 5
Tests can cause nervousness among students across all disciplines. How do you know what to study, when to study, and how to narrow answer choices during an exam? The Exam Preparation & Test-Taking Strategies workshop will help! Tutors will review study tips, meditation techniques to calm your mind, and useful problem-solving strategies to implement in your testing approach. Grow in confidence and set yourself up for test taking success!
- Friday, March 14
- 10 a.m. – noon
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1204
- Saturday, March 15
- Noon – 2 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 218
- Friday, April 4
- 10 a.m. – noon
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 218
- Saturday, April 5
- Noon – 2 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1204
- Friday, March 14
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Building a Resume and Crafting a Cover Letter – April 4, 11, & 12
Tutoring Services and the Work-Based Learning Center team up to present a workshop on resumes and cover letters. This workshop will provide essential tools and insights to create standout application materials that effectively showcase the aptitude of participants. In today’s competitive job market, having a polished resume and a compelling cover letter can make all the difference in landing that crucial interview. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry professionals and gain practical tips that will set you apart from other candidates.
- Friday, April 4
- 1 – 3 p.m.
- Micron Education Center (NMEC), Room 211
- Friday, April 11
- 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1207
- Saturday, April 12
- 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 201
- Friday, April 4
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Developing Soft Skills: Building a Strong Foundation – April 10
What are soft skills, and why are they a game changer in higher education and the workforce? Soft skills, also called durable skills, are tenants of a person’s character that indicate integrity and perseverance. A few examples are time management, effective communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, critical thinking skills, and adaptability. At this workshop, Tutoring Services and the Work-Based Learning Center partner to support student success with soft skills. Learn your soft skills and how to apply them in your academic and professional life.
- Thursday, April 10
- 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Atrium (Second Floor)
- Thursday, April 10
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Classroom Technologies – Jan. 31 & Feb. 1 (Concluded)
This workshop has concluded for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "Mentor Tutor" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
Sharpen your digital fluency with the Classroom Technologies workshop! Twenty-first century education incorporates numerous digital platforms. There is often a learning curve for students who might be unfamiliar with technology, and Tutoring Services is here to offer support. Our tutors will review Blackboard, Outlook, and other applications used in higher education and share best practices when it comes to your online presence as a CWI student.
- Friday, Jan. 31
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 201
- Saturday, Feb. 1
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1203
- Friday, Jan. 31
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Time Management Strategies – Feb. 7 & 8 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "Mentor Tutor" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
Between work, school, friends, family, and hobbies, maintaining a balanced schedule can be a lot for students. Have you ever found yourself forgetting a test until the night before? Forgetting to turn in assignments on time? Pushing off studying until it is too late? Students often struggle to find a rhythm that promotes satisfactory academic performance. The Time Management Strategies workshop is here to help! Tutors will review different platforms for student organization and task prioritization. Tutors will also review techniques for achieving a consistent approach to scheduling and managing time commitments necessary for success at CWI.
- Friday, Feb. 7
- 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 201
- Saturday, Feb. 8
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1203
- Friday, Feb. 7
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COMM 101: Guided Reading Strategies – Feb. 10 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "English Language Learning" or "COMM 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
College students often face an overwhelming amount of information in textbooks. To succeed, it's crucial to adopt effective reading strategies such as skimming and scanning. In this workshop, students will engage in critical, active reading, while, at the same time, practice annotative writing.
- Monday, Feb. 10
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1304
- Monday, Feb. 10
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COMM 101: Brainstorming Speech Topics – Feb. 17 (Conlcuded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "English Language Learning" or "COMM 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
Delivering a speech is intimidating. However, choosing an interesting and engaging topic can alleviate some of the stress. For this workshop, we will brainstorm ideas in list and mind-map form to help visualize and narrow down potential topics. In addition, we will discuss anxiety and communication apprehension.
- Monday, Feb. 17
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1304
- Monday, Feb. 17
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AI at CWI: A Student Workshop* – Feb. 21 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "Writing Center" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
Find out about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and why everyone is talking about it. In this workshop, students will learn about what AI is, see its impact on the CWI experience, and explore how to use it in positive ways. Build your skills and gain:
- An intro to AI: What it is and what every student needs to know.
- Ideas for using AI to boost study skills and brainstorming success.
- Answers to common questions from students across our classrooms.
This workshop is brought to you by Tutoring Services and CWI’s all-new AI Literacy Center.
- Friday, Feb. 21
- 1 – 2 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 201
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COMM 101: Speech Research – Feb. 24 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "English Language Learning" or "COMM 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
This workshop will be focused on research tips to help students support their main points with evidence and create oral citations.
- Monday, Feb. 24
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1304
- Monday, Feb. 24
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COMM 101: Speech Full Body Outline – March 3 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "English Language Learning" or "COMM 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
In this workshop, students will focus on supporting their main points with subpoints and sub-subpoints, which provide unity in a speech. Students will also have additional time for research.
- Monday, March 3
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1304
- Monday, March 3
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Memory Retention Strategies – March 7 & 8 (Concluded)
This workshop has concluded for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "Mentor Tutor" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
Learn strategies for enhancing your memory at the Memory Retention Strategies workshop! Tutors will review application strategies for retention and support participants in finding the best technique for their own learning style. Increasing retention will amplify educational takeaways and promote routine knowledge checks for students who are looking to edify their memory. This skill is essential in higher education settings and will help improve your productivity as a student.
- Friday, March 7
- 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 303
- Saturday, March 8
- 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1230
- Friday, March 7
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COMM 101: Full Body Outline – March 10 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "English Language Learning" or "COMM 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
In this workshop, students will focus on supporting their main points with subpoints and sub-subpoints, which provide unity in a speech. Students will also have additional time for research.
- Monday, March 10
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1304
- Monday, March 10
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JAPN 101: Kana Review Workshop – March 14 (Concluded)
This workshop has concluded for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "JAPN 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
One of the biggest struggles when first learning Japanese is the writing system. Starting from scratch learning a brand new writing system can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. This workshop gives students learning Japanese an opportunity to refine both reading and writing skills needed to succeed in this class in a fun and engaging way.
- Friday, March 14
- Noon – 1 p.m.
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB), Room 201
- Friday, March 14
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COMM 101: Full Extemporaneous Coaching Outline – March 17 (Concluded)
This workshop has passed for the semester, if you would like help with this subject please connect with a tutor by searching for "English Language Learning" or "COMM 101" in Upswing or on our Drop-In Schedule.
In this workshop, students will focus on expanding the introduction and conclusion of their speech outlines.
- Monday, March 17
- 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Ada County Campus Pintail Building (APIN), Room 1304
- Monday, March 17
Questions?
- Ada County Center Pintail Building (APIN) – Room 1304
- Nampa Campus Academic Building (NCAB) – Room 209