Germantown Options for Adult Learners (G.O.A.L)

Mailing Address: Montgomery College Germantown Campus 20200 Observation Drive Room 159, SA Building Germantown, 20876 Information: 240-567-6976 or goal@montgomerycollege.edu
Interested in returning to school? Want to start – or finish – your degree? Join us for a  One-Stop-Shop Registration Event for Adult Students  on April 10th, 2010 from 9am – 4pm. This event is a great opportunity for participants to complete all steps of the Montgomery College enrollment process at one time. The event will be held in room 216 of the High Technology and Science Center, at the Germantown Campus, 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, Md. Participants will have the opportunity to fill out an admissions application, complete their assessment testing, attend an orientation (MAP) session, speak with a counselor and register for classes. Participants must RSVP as there is limited space. Attendees should plan to arrive no later than 9:30 a.m. and stay for the entire event. Please contact Amanda McIntosh at goal@montgomerycollege.edu or  240-567-6976 if you are interested in attending. *** Click here to access the March G.O.A.L. Newsletter, a special Employment Edition!
What is G.O.A.L.? G.O.A.L. stands for Germantown Options for Adult Learners, and is a student academic and social support program designed to meet the unique needs of adult students at Montgomery College, Germantown Campus. G.O.A.L. focuses on helping adult students navigate college processes, connect with one another and locate resources to make the MC experience a successful one. Whether you are attending college for the first time, or a Ph.D. taking classes for enrichment, we think that the G.O.A.L. program has something for everyone – even if it is just a social or networking connection with other adult students on campus. At Montgomery College, you can:            Select from a wide range of degree, certificate, and transfer credit programs to meet your career and                    personal needs;   Take classes at any of our three, conveniently-located campuses;                                                                                                                                                Complete many of our degree or certificate programs by taking many or all of your classes in the evenings, weekends, online, or in an accelerated format;                                                                                                                                                Obtain tutoring services, academic advising, and career advice through our various student services departments; and                                                                                                                                                Explore options for earning college credit for skills you've gained through work or life experience through the Credit for Prior Learning program and CLEP challenge exams. Many adults face a great deal of anxiety when attending school for the first time, or the first time in a long time. Taking assessment tests, registering for courses, and taking classes online can be new and a little overwhelming at first. Attending classes with traditional-aged students can be intimidating, and many adults feel that they are alone on campus. However, quite the opposite is true. Adult learners are the fastest growing population in higher education today, comprising over 47% of all college students. You will find over 1100 adult students on the Germantown Campus alone. In addition, adults are considered an asset in the classroom. Because adult students have the benefit of work and life experience, they have a lot to offer to their classmates, and traditional-aged students consistently speak of the benefits of having older students in the classroom. Faculty often find that adult students have a higher level of commitment and dedication to their coursework than the average student. Each of Montgomery College's three campuses offers resources and support especially tailored to adult learners like you. We'll help you ease your transition into college, provide flexible educational options, and assist you with career planning and job searches.
For more information about the G.O.A.L. program, please contact Amanda McIntosh at (240) 567-6976 or e-mail amanda.mcintosh [at] montgomerycollege [dot] edu.
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