Women in Transition
Optional Classes

Sections of these optional classes are reserved for Transitions students and are taught by female faculty. These classes are highly recommended and can be taken during the term you take the Core Classes or during the following term.

• College Success (CG 100T) This course is designed to help present and past Women In Transition students explore the positive forms that strength can take in women's lives. Topics will include: identifying healthy definitions of strength in various arenas of life (mental, emotional, physical); exploring where and what to direct your strength toward; defining and creating a personal strength plan that embodies key aspects of both internal and external forms of strength in your life. Using an experiential format, students will apply techniques and strategies to solving problems that interfere with student success and satisfaction.

• Computer ABCs (BT 30) This is an introductory computer course. Students will work with word processing, spreadsheets, set up an email account, and learn how to search the internet. This is an easy-going class that removes the mystique surrounding computers.
   
• Effective Learning (EL 115T) This course is designed to provide students instruction in how to take notes, study for tests, cope with textbooks, and manage time effectively. Basic skills in using the library are also taught. The course is for students who have been out of school for a number of years or who want to learn good study techniques.
   
• Life Transitions 2 (CG 207) This course is designed as an optional follow-up class to be taken after successful completion of the core Transitions program. Class activities and assignments will stress practical application of skills.
   
• Whole numbers, Fractions, Decimals (MTH 10T) This course quickly reviews whole numbers skills, and then concentrates on strengthening understanding of fractions and decimals. This class is designed for students who need to improve their fraction and decimal math skills before moving on to the faster pace of Math 20. These math classes are designed to build positive math experiences in a supportive environment. Ideal for those who have math anxiety.
   
• Math Renewal (MTH 20) This course begins with a review of whole number, fraction, and decimal arithmetic that includes rounding, estimation, order of operations, averages, and the solving of one-step equations. This review is followed by an introduction to ratios, proportions, percent, measurement, and basic geometry in a problem-solving context, with the earlier review skills integrated throughout.
   
• Strength Training for Women (PE 183U) This course is a fun and active class designed for women of all ages, experience and conditioning levels. Use of barbells, dumbbells, weight machines, stability balls, bands, medicine balls, body weight resistance exercises and more, to tone and strengthen all major muscle groups and improve your general physical condition. Emphasis is on safe and correct techniques, while learning terminology and basic anatomy. Basic and specialized individual programs for beginners through advanced levels, tailored to your goals and experience.
   
• Introduction to College Writing (WR 115) This course offers students the opportunity to explore issues of women's identity and insight through writing, revision and editing, learning to express ideas clearly in written form. This class is specifically linked to the content of the Life Transitions core class.