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SUNY GCC - Genesee Community College

Surviving and Thriving in College

Develops a greater understanding of college success strategies. Includes college policies and procedures, stress and time management techniques, and decision-making strategies. Upon completion of the course students will learn how to successfully “navigate” their college experience, set goals and objectives, and create an academic plan. Prerequisite: None.

Subject Code: CEP

Course Number: 100

Credits: 1

Lecture Hours 1

Course Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify programs or services that are utilized to help foster a commitment to higher education
2. Describe a variety of important College policies and procedures
3. Discuss the contents of a syllabus.
4. Design a four- or six-semester academic plan that delineates courses needed for graduation.
5. Advise existing students on such matters as how to stay focused, manage time, handle stress or take care of themselves so they can succeed in college.
6. Navigate college website sufficiently as to be able to register for classes.
7. Develop personal goals or objectives.

Effective Term: Fall 2025

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Tutoring Services

Tutoring for all GCC students is available free of charge by professional and peer tutors. We are offering tutoring online for: accounting, math, writing, chemistry, physics, general biology, anatomy & physiology, American Sign Language, and success skills.