F.O.C.U.S. Group (First-Generation students' Opportunity for Career and Ultimate Success)
F.O.C.U.S. Group (First-Generation students? Opportunity for Career and Ultimate Success) is designed for first-time male students who are the first in their immediate family to attend a college or university and are enrolled in a career program. The program provides these students with intense exposure to academic support and career exploration activities during the first year in college.
What do some of our students have to say about FOCUS?
"FOCUS helped me use my time more wisely and understand what it takes to be a productive student. I have also learned that college is not as easy as high school and that communication is key to your success in college. Finally, I learned that you have a lot of available resources to use to help you succeed in your studies and pass classes."
Gamari Mayfield
Program activities will include:
- Academic planning
- Weekly meetings (Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m.)
- Career exploration activities (interest assessments, resume writing, interview skills workshops)
- Leadership skills exercises
- Awards (Book scholarships)
Requirements:
- First-time student
- Enrolled in at least 10 hours
- Career program major
For more information, please contact:
Dana Bowser, Director of First-Year Programs at dbowser@chesapeake.edu or 410-827-5840
Richard Potter, Director of Multicultural Affairs at rpotter@chespeake.edu. or 410-827-5857
