Pre-COMPASS Workshops
Feeling nervous about writing the COMPASS essay?
Want to know how to get the "edge" that could place you into English 099 or 101?
Need a "refresher" on essay structure and development before taking the placement exam?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then the Pre-COMPASS Essay Workshop is for you!
Workshop Dates, Times, and Locations
| Thursday | May 10 | 5 - 6:30 p.m. | Conference Center |
| Wednesday | May 16 | 12 noon - 1:30 p.m. | Conference Center |
At this workshop, an English instructor will discuss:
- Best practices for taking essay exams
- Essay structure and development
- Stages of the writing process
- General advice on grammar
No reservations are needed.
Simply bring a notebook, a pen, and the motivation to do your best!
For more information:
Sarena Lee-Schott
slee@prairiestate.edu
(708) 709-3665
These workshops are for students who want to brush up on their algebra skills before taking the COMPASS Math Placement Test, or who placed into MATH 090 or MATH 095 but think they have the skills to take MATH 112. Sign up for one of the following preparation workshops:
| Friday | April 20 | 3 - 5:25 p.m. | Room 4280 |
| Saturday | April 21 | 9:30 - 11:55 a.m. | Room 4280 |
| Thursday | April 26 | 5 - 7:25 p.m. | Room 4280 |
E-mail Brian Garant at bgarant@prairiestate.edu with the word "COMPASS" and the date in the subject line to reserve your place. Walk-ins are always welcome as long as seats are available.
Please bring a pen/pencil and calculator to the workshop.
View COMPASS Algebra Workshop packet with links to Video Solutions
Lee Helbert, Director, Testing Services and Intentional Advisor
lhelbert@prairiestate.edu
(708) 709-3639
Maria Villanueva
mvillanueva@prairiestate.edu
(708) 709-3558