The MAP provides on-going programs and services that help new and transfer students learn how to become effective learners, and confident leaders in their new environment that includes: 1. MAP Scholars Cooperative Study Teams Freshmen gate-keeping courses (Pre-Calculus, Calculus I & II, Chemistry 124, Physics 123, CS105) Sophomore major gate-keeping courses such as (Circuit Analysis I & II, Differential Equations (Math 252), CS 331(Data Structures) Upper level classes as needed by students (e.g. ECE 311, 308, & 383)     2. "Hands-on" and "How-to" Student Development Workshops and Seminars that provide strategies and approaches that are essential to academic success: Establishing clear goals and objectives Essential study skills for math, science and engineering courses Organizing and preparing to excel in quizzes and exams Note taking techniques that aid long term retention Examining and embracing new attitudes and behaviors to ensure success Stress relief preventive methods Dealing productively with Faculty Reducing credit card debt ... building wealth Corporate-led career building seminar Healthy bodies ... healthy minds Resolving Conflict     3. Regular academic monitoring   4. Regular academic and personal counseling   5. Scholarship assistance, and research and pre-employment opportunities   6. Financial aide check-ups     7. Advising and support of student organizations   8. Graduation preparation aide such as: Providing letters of recommendations for employment and graduate schools Assisting with development of essays and personal statements Assisting in locating and applying for fellowships