This course is designed to assist students in preparation for the continuing academic rigors of coursework in the College of Arts and Sciences majors. Through lectures, discussions, exercises, and out-of- class assignments, A&S 140: FOCUS: Connect and Recover will enable students to actively develop and maintain skill sets and study habits based on current educational practices and research linked to increased degree completion. Thematic activities will focus on personal and professional development; goal-setting; taking action; developing relationships with students, professors, and advisors; skill development; time management; and discovering and learning how to use college and university based support resources.