This workshop is designed to educate students about how to prepare themselves to enter higher education by:(1) Discussing types of universities and community colleges
(2) Giving students the opportunity to express their anxieties about change from school to college
(3) Explaining how school is different from university
(4) Showing requirements of international universities in Qatar and abroad
(5) Reflecting on why accreditation of universities/programs is important for students’ future
(6) Demonstrating the different parts of a university application giving examples
(7) How electronic career advising systems can help students prepare for college
The workshop will help students build career planning skills and most importantly, how to take the lead in encouraging other students to engage in this challenging but transformative journey towards graduation.