Transitions is a three-night orientation course designed with adult students in mind. Get an in-depth look at the services and resources that will contribute to your success at Simpson College!
Class members may earn a FREE college credit by attending all three nights and submitting a short paper detailing what they learned from the course. Register online or call (515) 309-3099.

Transitions meets one night a week for three weeks. Each night meets at a different campus. The upcoming session meets:

• Thursday, August 1st; 6 – 9 p.m. - West Des Moines 
• Thursday, August 8th; 6 – 9 p.m. - Ankeny 
• Thursday, August 15th; 6 – 9 p.m. - Indianola 

Topics covered at each campus:

West Des Moines

• Introductions
• Purpose and overview of the course
• Q and A session with a panel of adult  students
• Advisor services
• Study skills refresher

Ankeny

• Life Experience Portfolio- How to earn college credit for your prior experiences
• Q and A session with a panel of faculty members
• Learn how to participate in online classes and access your account
• Learning strategies for time management

Indianola

• Services provided by the Business Office and the Office of Financial Assistance
• Library Resources
• Hawley Academic Resource Center- free tutoring services
• Learning Strategies for writing and avoiding plagiarism