Imagine feeling confident when classes begin this fall, because you know how to manage your time, take useful notes, and get the most out of your reading assignments in this new academic environment.
And you have already completed three college courses and earned nine credits!
What is Link?
The Link program is a five-week summer program designed for first-time college students. The purpose of Link is to expose students to the academic and social expectations of college in a supportive learning community. The program takes place in classrooms, a residence hall, around campus and in the local Keene community.
Co-curricular and classroom components are integrated in an attempt to make learning relevant and meaningful. Link components are designed to improve and develop skills such as college reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication.
At the close of the five-weeks, student are better able to handle the varied demands of college and be active, contributing members of the Keene State College community.
Plus, students pursuing high credit majors have already completed two required courses prior to the fall semester!
The Link Curriculum
Link students enroll in three courses for five weeks. Classes are small, allowing for additional interaction between faculty and students. The courses are integrated, meaning there are connections made between the classes and the academic themes, and topics are strategically integrated into campus life and other program components.
Link offers…
- Small classes
- Skills instruction
- Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction (group study sessions)
- Introduction to campus life and the KSC community
- Leadership and volunteer opportunities
- Nine college credits for course work
For information and an application, please contact:
Maria Dintino, Link Coordinator
603-358-2390 or mdintino@keene.edu