How to start. How to finish.
And how to live your life to the fullest in between!
What is First to Last?
In 1991 I taught my first university-level computer science course. Since that time I have observed many students and have reached some conclusions regarding why some seem to be high achievers and others seem to drift.
In First to Last I have distilled many of those conclusions into a series of four sessions. The sessions involve some talking, but are designed to elicit active participation, thinking, and action beyond the sessions.
Although First to Last involves practical information regarding how to get the most out of your college education, its lessons have much broader application and delve into such issues as finances, relationships, and vision.
Why First to Last?
Many college students, when asked why they came to college in the first place, recount the following mantra:
I want to:
The reality is that:
- not everyone who starts college finishes
- not everyone who finishes college takes a job in the field of their study
- many, many Americans earn good incomes and yet never accumulate significant wealth or experience financial peace
- approximately half of all marraiges end in divorce
The purpose of First to Last is to empower college students to make choices that avoid the many pitfalls that steal the peace and prosperity available to them.
Just the facts, please
Who's Invited? The sessions are open to any Hardin-Simmons University student.
When is it? Thursdays in September @ 7:30pm, (Sept 4, Sept 11, Sept 18, Sept 25)
Where do we meet? Skiles 210 (the round room)