Year One 101 Workshop Series

We’ve organized five workshops to encourage Seniors to start identifying those strategies and tools that will work for you after graduation. Each workshop lasts 90 minutes, dinner will be provided, and, due to the limited space, registration is required for all five. Complete the form on our Questions? page to indicate other topics that you would like to see.

Year One 101: Talking about Transition February 20th, 6:30-8:00pm

In small group format over dinner, you will meet with Wake Forest alumni to talk about success, meaning, purpose, balance, and making the most of the transition from college to post-college work and life.

Year One 101: Strengths for Post-Grad Success February 27th, 6:30-8:00pm

In this workshop, participants will review the CliftonStrengths assessment and discuss their results. This assessment helps you to discover what you naturally do best and encourages you to develop your greatest talents into strengths. All registrants for this workshop will receive a complimentary access code to complete the CliftonStrengths assessment.

Year One 101: Post-Forest Finances March 5th, 6:30-8:00pm

In this workshop you will explore topics ranging from insurance and taxes to saving and retirement, the importance of making and keeping a budget, and identify tools and resources to get you started.

Year One 101: Post-Forest Resources March 26th, 6:30-8:00pm

In this workshop you will learn tools and strategies for taking care of your mental health post-college, how to find counselors and other resources in the “real world,” and talk about the challenges and importance of self-care as an adult. Participants will also be led in a discussion about how to find your people after moving to a new place.

Year One 101: Life as an Alumnus April 2nd, 6:30-8:00pm

In this workshop you will hear about the unexpected ways a Wake Forest degree continues to benefit you for the rest of your life. Learn about when and how communities of alumni gather and milestone moments you can look forward to once you graduate and join the alumni family.