FSS 155 - Athletic-Academic Success

2 Credits, 2 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Survey of successful educational strategies in support of individual academic plans, career goals, and personal decision making. Includes taking the first step, goals and time, creative thinking, memory, note-taking skills, disarm tests, and communicating. Also includes health and nutrition, diversity, and resources.

Information: May be taken three times for a maximum of six credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the ability to transfer skills from the athletic world to the academic world.
Explain transition issues from high school in terms of coaching, team roles, and relation to other students.
Acquire time management and the effect on intellectual, physical, and emotional ability.
Discuss choosing a major.
Identify rules for academic and athletic eligibility.
Identify intellectual, physical, and emotional stress in relation to the rigors specific to the student-athlete.
Develop and organize a healthy nutrition plan.
Identify drug and alcohol effects and responsibility.
Develop a three-part biography.
Develop a curriculum vita.

Outline:

Taking the First Step
Goals and Time
Creative Thinking
Memory
Note-Taking Skills
Disarm Tests
Communicating
Health and Nutrition
Diversity
Resources
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