Cognoscente - Word of the Week

 Do you consider yourself a connoisseur? This week’s word of the day is Cognoscente. Cognoscente is someone possessing  superior or specialized knowledge in a particular field; a connoisseur. 

Think about why we all made the decision to increase our educational knowledge by attending college. The goal is to become cognoscente and use the specialized knowledge you have attained to broaden your opportunities and improve your quality of life. Also, think about all the cognoscente people on our college campus and use them resourcefully. Students rarely take advantage of the resources that are provided to them in their academic setting. Some of these resources include; The Learning Resource Center, The Writing Center and Student Support Services. If you lack knowledge in a certain subject I encourage you to find a cognoscente person and utilize that resource. After all knowledge is the key to success! 

 By Jamekia Richardson

NOW TAKE THE NEXT STEP.

Word of the Week - Victimization

 As students of learning, you must understand the term VICTIMIZATION. Victimization is when individuals nurture an unfocused strain of resentment rooted in a defeatist identity through which all realities are filtered, rather than viewing challenges as opportunities to overcome.

Stop considering your failures as a result of victimization, but use your failures as opportunities to excel. Remove the victim mindset and become self-motivated to achieve your goals. Make a different choice when you find yourself gravitating toward victimization. Choose an unfamiliar step when you feel defeated from a failed activity, such as a test or course. Step into the acceptance of knowing what you don't know, so I encourage you to develop lessons learned from your failures. A walk is taken one step at a time, so just take the next step towards your goal.

Word of the Week - Gadabout

 

Giving Back

Often, we think of wealthy individuals with millions of dollars as advocates of practicing the art of Giving Back. Although they receive public acknowledgment for their philanthropy, anyone can Give Back. Some individuals may think Giving Back is starting a new company or employing persons from the community. At the same time, others may believe that Giving Back is allocating time to those less fortunate or throwing a lavish party in the name of charity. While working at Wallace Community College, I have acknowledged several individuals who return and assist our students after completing their bachelor's degree. One example is Ms. Jamekia Richardson. So I asked her the other day why she wanted to Give Back. Her response is as follows: 

TRiO Student Support Services helped me when I did not know that I even needed help. When the TRiO Bridge Advisor spoke at my high school, I remembered saying that I don't need those services, but I filled out an application anyway. Little did I know TRiO became a stepping-stone that propelled me toward my educational success. TRiO became that reliable support as I ventured into a long, difficult education journey. Whether I needed advising, financial assisting, tutoring or even just a shoulder to cry on, I received it from TRiO. TRiO was always there for me. After graduating, I wanted to serve others in the same capacity as the staff in TRiO. My educational journey with TRiO as my partner taught me to Give Back. 

As students of learning, like Jamekia, allow the term Giving Back to resonate as part of your vocabulary. It would help you envision opportunities when you graduate. Giving Back can occur at your local Boys and Girls Club, Pee Wee football, or any nonprofit or charity organization. Join the Giving Back club and become a life-giver. 

Now Get that Tassel at Wallace Community College!

Quotidian - Word of the Week

The word of the week is quotidian which means "of or occurring every day; daily." 

We have almost reached the middle of the semester and midterms are approaching quickly, and by now you should have a quotidian study schedule/routine in place that works well towards your academic success. Although you have created routine habits, it can be beneficial to kick it up a notch and do something different, such as adding 20 more minutes to your study time twice a week, or taking the practice test at the end of the chapter. As midterms near, think of ways to alter your quotidian routine and prepare to blow those exams out of the water. 

Now get that tassel at Wallace Community College!

By Shanisty Johnson

From the Dean's Office · Quotidian - Word of the Week