Academic, Social, and Career Enrichment (ASCE) Program
This fully inclusive experience includes audit enrollment in typical university courses
alongside degree-seeking peers. A focus on combining social integration, career exploration,
and training results in a certificate of social growth and development. As students
gain more independence through the ASCE program, families have the choice to decide
if themed campus housing is the right decision.
For more information on the ASCE program, please view The Academy's ASCE brochure
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ASCE students are expected to comply with the course syllabus for each inclusive course,
as directed by the professor. Students are expected to attempt each component of the
course offered to their typical peers, including exams, quizzes, research papers,
group presentations and in-class skills assessments. Modifications to course work
are arranged by Academy staff in collaboration with the course professor and are based
on individual student needs and skill level. First year ASCE students are required
to take typical freshmen courses, such as First Year Seminar (KSU 1101) and Foundations
for Healthy Living (WELL 1000). Second year ASCE students audit courses aligned with
their career goals, so the curriculum can vary. Some courses may reflect more active
participation, such as Basic Culinary Skills, while others portray the traditional
lecture style, such as Political Science.
All ASCE students are required to participate in supplemental Academy courses each
week. These courses are designed to provide Academy students additional academic,
social, and leadership skill development. Academy courses are facilitated by the Academy
staff. Participation in these courses is required in order to meet certificate completion
requirements. All ASCE students participate in the Academic and Social Skills Seminar,
Global Leadership and Civic Engagement Course, and Career Readiness Class during each
semester of enrollment.
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During the first semester of enrollment, students take a weekly course taught by the Job Coach. This foundational course allows students to explore different careers, participate in mock interviewing, personality and interest testing, learning about job related skills, and creating a career portfolio that includes resume writing, cover letter, and references. In addition to this course, students participate in a seminar as a supplement to their field experience or career exploration. This course builds upon the foundational first year course. Students continue to engage in mock interviewing, building on learned job related skills, and creating a final career portfolio that will assist students upon graduation in seeking meaningful employment. Students also participate in discussions about their jobs, reviewing strategies, and 鈥渞eal world鈥 career scenarios. Guest speakers present throughout the year, providing students an understanding of career options and networking.
Students enrolled in the Academy begin to explore internship opportunities to become
more independent in a work setting and develop vocational skills during the second
semester of enrollment. The Academy career team will create an individual internship
placement plan based on the interests and aptitudes of the student and availability
of the internship. Student Mentors will support Academy students with learning the
responsibilities and job duties related specifically to their internship. Internship
placement sites vary between on and off-campus, paid and non-paid. Whether an internship
is paid or non-paid is the decision of the employer. Factors such as skill development
and ability to use public transportation will play a part in deciding if a student
is placed in an internship on or off campus. Transportation to and from an internship
as well as any fees associated with travel are the responsibility of the student.
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Degree-seeking students are hired as peer mentors to provide ongoing support through
assisting the ASCE student in negotiating necessary accommodations, which may include
(but are not limited to) note-taking in class, reading a test, or proofreading a homework
assignment. Mentors guide the students through daily challenges, such as purchasing
books to understanding K-Cash. The peer mentors participate in extensive training
at the beginning of each semester, as well as monthly refresher sessions. Academy
students are matched to the peer mentors based on availability and personality. |
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- Certificate of Social Growth and Development
- Career portfolio with customized employment outcomes based on internships throughout
the Academy program
The 网红头条 Academy for Inclusive Learning and Social Growth Academic, Social and Career Enrichment (ASCE) is a two-year (four semester) program that offers a fully inclusive college experience to students with different intellectual or developmental abilities who do not meet the university requirements for admission as degree-seeking students. This inclusive experience includes audit enrollment in typical university courses alongside degree-seeking peers and Professional Education certifications through the 网红头条 College of Continuing Education. A focus on combining hours earned in social integration, career exploration, and academic goals culminates in a certificate in social growth and development.
For more information on the Academy's ASCE program curriculum, download and view the, Curriculum Standards ASCE PDF Document.
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Social skill development and social integration into campus life are important program components. ASCE students receive skill development support through weekly Academy courses, personal and social adjustment groups, and campus presentations. Skills are then applied through inclusive campus activities, events, and residential living. Activities may include intramural sports, Residence Life events, tailgating, and Recreational Center classes. Social development and engagement activities are required participation hours for program completion. Students meet with the Academy Social Advisor regularly to discuss and formulate individualized plans for social engagement that is tracked through the student鈥檚 schedule/calendar. The Social Advisor is also available to students for walk-in meetings and crisis intervention and referral services. |
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