Welcome to Atlantic Cape Community College and the beginning of your next exciting academic journey. We understand that, for some, starting your college experience can be challenging and overwhelming. At Atlantic Cape, we are here to help you make a smooth transition to college life by connecting you with the resources necessary to ensure your success.
Hello First-Year students!
As the Assistant Director of the First-Year Experience (FYE) Department I want to welcome you to Atlantic Cape Community College. The FYE team and I are here to support your every step of the away along your journey towards earning your associate degree.
Please feel free to reach out to the FYE team, or myself, at anytime at firstyear@atlanticcape.edu or jingram@atlanticcape.edu.
This free program will match you with a second-year student who can help you with navigating your way through your semesters, keeping up with your classes and assignments, finding you free tutoring assistance, helping you get involved on campus and more. Our mentors have been where you are, and are ready to help and support you every step of the way.
Check out the First-Year Experience course in Blackboard Learn. This is not a traditional academic course with assignments and exams, but a central hub of information for all FYE students.
Here you can connect with a community of fellow classmates and your FYE team advisors, find free resources and important valuable information that can help you successfully navigate your first 30 credits at Atlantic Cape. To access the FYE course in Blackboard Learn, select "First-Year Experience 2024/2025" from your available courses.
Explore the many ways you can participate in student clubs and organizations, activities, athletics and leadership programs on campus. Getting involved is a great way to meet friends, develop leadership skills and make the most of your college experience. Visit Atlantic Cape's clubs for more information.
Keep up to date with the latest news and information by regularly checking your Buccaneer email account. Visit Atlantic Cape Campus Groups for upcoming on-campus student events. Email us for more information.
As you continue along your path towards graduation, remember that a dedicated support team is here to assist you. Please contact faculty, staff or a Student Support Services member with any questions or concerns you may have. Visit academic advising for more information.
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Specific: Increase the chances that you can accomplish your goals by making sure they’re well-defined. Determine the who, what, where, when, and why.
Measurable: Develop criteria for measuring progress toward your goals. Detail the key indicators that help you decide if and when you reach your goals by quantifying them.
Achievable: Create attainable and achievable goals by ensuring that you and your team have the skills and resources to reach the goal.
Relevant: Align your goals with the overall objectives of the college and the realities of the market.
Time-bound: Give yourself a deadline for reaching your goal to provide a sense of urgency and the opportunity to schedule the steps you plan to take to achieve the goal.
