Student Success Workshops
Student Success Workshops and resources are free and available to all LWTech students to help them reach their personal, academic, and professional goals. Student Success Workshops cover a variety of topics related to student success. Workshops can be offered in-person and online. Check out the listed workshops and resources below.
Virtual Workshops
Career Choice Workshop
If you are unsure what to study at LWTech, the Career Choice Workshop (CCW) will help you understand the career choice process, identify your career interests, explore resources related to various career paths, learn about trends in the labor market, and locate educational programs aligned with your career goals.
- The Career Choice Workshop takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. and is currently offered virtually via Zoom.
- If you cannot attend one of the sessions, please contact Career Services at (425) 739-8113 or career.services@lwtech.edu to schedule a one-on-one appointment.
- Please visit the Career Services webpage for the latest dates and Zoom link.
For additional career-related events and resources, check out the LWTech Events Calendar.
StudentLingo
StudentLingo is a series of online, interactive workshops focused on helping LWTech students achieve their academic and career goals. These workshops are available 24/7, take 10-45 minutes to complete, and are repeatable. Check out these videos today and use the strategies learned for your college and career success.
Academic & Career Exploration
- Exploring Careers & Choosing A Major
- Mastering The Job Interview
- What it Takes To Be A Successful Student
- Writing Effective Resumes & Cover Letters
Learning To Learn
- 10 Habits Of Mind For College Success
- Classroom Expectations & Behaviors
- Developing Critical Thinking Skills
- Discover Your Learning Style Preferences
- Exam Preparation Tips & Test-Taking Strategies
- How To Reduce Test Anxiety
- How To Overcome Math Anxiety
- Study Tips & Note-Taking Strategies
- Learning Strategies Every Student Should Know
Online Learning
- 10 Tips For Success In Your Online Course
- Effectively Communicating Online
- Online Courses: Staying Motivated & Disciplined
- Taking Tests Online: Strategies For Success
Reading & Writing Strategies
- Reading Comprehension Strategies
Personal Management
- Financial Literacy: Smart Money Skills For College & Beyond
- How To Achieve Well-Being, Balance & Success
- How To Develop Your Cross-Cultural Skills
- How Your Personality Style May Impact Your Academic Success
- Overcoming Procrastination: Causes & Cures
- Stress Management Techniques
- Setting & Accomplishing Realistic Goals
- Time Management: Strategies For Success
Success Strategies
- Student Veterans: How To Succeed In College
- Success Strategies For First Generation Students
CareerSpots
CareerSpots are short online videos to assist LWTech students with their job search and networking skills. All videos are close-captioned, have transcripts included, are less than 3 minutes long, and can be viewed multiple times. Spend a few minutes daily to improve interviewing skills, resume writing, networking, salary negotiations, and social media for you job search.
Other Resources
- Financial Aid Literacy - learn about Financial Aid and how to properly access loans and take full advantage of financial resources for your education.
- LinkedIn Learning - a resource providing video instruction on numerous tech-related and professional development topics. LWTech students and faculty can access LinkedIn Learning by association with the college.