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1 landmark.edu Summer Intensive workshop FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE UC Regents 2016, all rights reserved, used with permission. A Rigorous 5-Day Workshop for College Students Who Learn Differently UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY July 31 - August 4, 2017

2 Summer Intensive workshop FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE Landmark College s California Workshop for College Students Who Learn Differently University of California, Berkeley Monday, July 31 Friday August 4, 2017 Cost of Attendance: $1,950 for non-residential; $2,550 with on-campus housing and 10 meals. * The program is operated by Landmark College. The University of California, Berkeley is not associated or affiliated with, nor does it endorse, Landmark College. The workshop is located on the University of California, Berkeley campus. 1 5 days TO A NEW WAY OF LEARNING Do your learning differences cause you to struggle with any of the following? Reading/retaining what you ve read Organizing your thoughts and putting them into a clearly written paper Recalling information for a test that you spent hours studying for Managing your time and materials Starting or finishing tasks If this sounds like you, don t miss Landmark College s five-day Intensive Workshop for Success in College. This program will help you feel better prepared and more confident as you begin classes next fall whether you are entering your first semester or continuing your studies. About Landmark College For more than 30 years, Landmark College has successfully prepared students who learn differently for the challenges of college study. It is the college of choice for students with language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD. Based in Putney, Vt., the College offers associate and bachelor s degrees, as well as summer programs for high school and college students. Learn more at landmark.edu. The Intensive Workshop for Success in College is a highly personalized program offered by Landmark College faculty members who have a deep understanding of the nature of language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD.

3 WORKSHOP BENEFITS In this workshop, our experienced professors will help you discover: What science shows us about what we can do to improve our attention, memory, and motivation Specific strategies and technologies that can support your skills in note taking, reading, writing, memory, and organization as a successful college student In this workshop, you will: Study with other bright and talented students who also learn in different ways Learn from professors who truly understand the challenges and frustrations you encounter in and out of the classroom and who can help you discover new learning strategies to succeed Gain an in-depth understanding of your learning differences and personal learning style Explore how to effectively integrate assistive technology into your learning strategies Learn to advocate for your needs as a learner Build an individualized toolkit of reading, writing, studying, and organizational skills so you can go to school with the tools you need to succeed You will also receive a post-workshop assessment. Landmark is the college of choice for students who learn differently. We are known worldwide for transforming the lives of students with language-based learning disabilities, ADHD, and ASD. We re delighted to bring Landmark College s respected and proven learning strategies to UC Berkeley through this innovative and focused workshop. DR. PETER EDEN President Landmark College 2 Transition to College Program TRANSITION TO COLLEGE Location: Landmark College, Putney, VT Dates: Friday, July 21 Saturday, August 5, 2017 An important option for students entering their first year of college College-bound high school graduates interested in a more indepth, immersive college experience may want to also explore Landmark s Transition to College Program. This two-week, residential program will help prepare you for the challenging transition from high school to college, and from home to residence hall. You will be immersed in a living/learning experience that offers a real taste of college life, introducing you to college-level work and the challenges that you will encounter in the fall. The curriculum is designed to help you develop a clear understanding of your personal learning strengths and needs. You ll also discover how to use the resources at your new school, along with self-advocacy, to support your success in college. For additional details, visit landmark.edu/summer

4 Summer Intensive workshop FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE Applying for Admission Intensive Workshop for Success in College for College Students Who Learn Differently University of California, Berkeley Monday, July 31 Friday August 4, 2017 Cost of Attendance: $1,950 for non-residential; $2,550 with on-campus housing and 10 meals. Apply by July 22! An application for the Intensive Workshop for Success in College is included in this booklet. You are encouraged to submit your application no later than July 22, Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a space-available basis. HOUSING IS AVAILABLE! A limited number of single-occupancy residence hall rooms are available for a fee. Housing includes 10 meals. Students electing to stay on campus must be 18 years of age. Application Checklist 3 To be considered for admission to Landmark College s Intensive Workshop for Success in College, you must provide the following required materials as part of your application: l Completed and signed application l A copy of high school transcript or GED certificate l SAT or ACT scores, or psychoeducational evaluation (if available) l A copy of all college transcripts (if applicable) l Personal interview via telephone l $25 application fee, made payable to Landmark College Please Note: A diagnosed learning disability is not required for admission into the Intensive Workshop. 19 River Road South Putney, Vermont For More Information For questions or assistance, please contact the Landmark College Admissions Office. Telephone: admissions@landmark.edu Website: landmark.edu/summer

5 Office Use Only PMT DATE AMT Application for Intensive Workshop for Success in College for College Students Who Learn Differently University of California, Berkeley Please answer all questions completely. Please print clearly or type. Today s Date Month/Day/Year ABOUT YOU Legal Name First Middle Last Date of Birth / / Legal Gender l Male l Female l Self Identity Chosen Name College Address (if applicable) City State Zip Permanent Home Address City State Zip 4 Phone and Contact Information Home Phone ( ) Cell Phone ( ) Preferred Address Have you ever applied to Landmark College? l Yes l No If yes, when: Have you ever attended Landmark College (including summer programs)? l Yes l No If yes, when:

6 ABOUT YOUR EDUCATION (attach additional sheets if necessary) High School Information Please provide information on the high school from which you graduated: Name of High School Year of Graduation Dates of Attendance (from/to, month/year) High School City and State College Information Please list ALL colleges/universities, including Landmark College, previously attended or currently attending (most recent first): Name(s) of College(s) City & State Dates of Attendance Date or Expected Part-Time (From/To, Mo/Yr) Date of Degree or Full-Time 1) 2) 3) Please indicate how many credits you are currently taking: Are they: l semester credits l quarter credits Number of semesters completed in college: Learning Diagnosis Information Have you been diagnosed with a learning disability, ADHD, or ASD? l Yes l No Do you have a diagnosis other than a learning disability, ADHD, or ADD? If yes, please explain. Date of diagnosis: What do you find most difficult about your current courses? Have you ever been placed on probation, suspended, removed, dismissed, or expelled from any school or academic program since grade 9? l Yes l No If yes, please explain: 5 Other than traffic offenses, have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime? l Yes l No If yes, please explain: ABOUT YOUR FAMILY Parent/Guardian 1 l Parent l Guardian Home Address City State Zip Preferred Phone ( ) Preferred Address

7 Parent/Guardian 2 l Parent l Guardian Home Address City State Zip Preferred Phone ( ) Preferred Address HOUSING l I am interested in campus housing during the workshop. Please send me information. A limited number of single occupancy residence hall rooms are available from July 30 to August 4, 2017, for an additional fee of $600. Housing includes 10 meals and is only available to students enrolled in the program who are at least 18 years old. Residential support is not included as part of the workshop. WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE INTENSIVE WORKSHOP FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE? In order to best meet your expectations of our Intensive Workshop, we ask that you briefly answer the following question. What have been your greatest educational challenges and how have these challenges affected your educational outlook? Additionally, what do you hope to accomplish by participating in the Intensive Workshop for Success in College? (Please use additional pages if necessary.) By applying to Landmark College s Intensive Workshop for Success in College and signing this application for admission, I indicate my understanding that this workshop offers an intensive, rigorous academic program. In submitting this application to the Intensive Workshop, I affirm my interest in participating fully. This includes: daily attendance at classes and meetings with my teachers; completion of written assignments; and participation in the required workshops in the program. While I know that students who do the required work generally realize improved academic performance, I also understand that students not prepared to work intensively, or who have other issues that require their attention, may have difficulty achieving the program s learning outcomes. My signature below indicates that the information in my application is correct and honestly presented. Signature of Applicant Date 6 Person Responsible for Financial and Legal Obligations: Name Address City State Zip Signature Date Mail completed form to: Intensive Workshop for Success in College, Office of Admissions, Landmark College, 19 River Road South, Putney, VT Landmark College admits students of any race, color, and national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of color, gender, national and ethnic origin, or sexual orientation in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other College-administered programs.

8 19 River Road South Putney, Vermont landmark.edu SUMMER WORKSHOP WORKSHOP FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS FOR COLLEGE-BOUND JUNIORS & SENIORS July 10 21, 2017 Location: Winston Preparatory School, Norwalk, CT In addition to its West Coast program at UC Berkeley, Landmark College is partnering with the Winston Preparatory School in Norwalk, Connecticut, to offer a non-residential workshop for college-bound high school juniors and seniors who learn differently. The workshop will prepare students for the demands of college in a safe, supportive environment. Additional seminars for parents are included. To learn more, visit landmark.edu/summer or call