This four-week course was designed to support recent high school graduates and young adults (ages 18–25) in building essential life skills for a successful transition to college and independent adulthood. The curriculum centers on four core areas of well-being—physical, mental, social, and financial self-care—and provides learners with the tools to make informed, sustainable choices in their daily lives.

Through interactive assignments, guided reflections, and practical exercises, students develop competencies in nutrition, exercise, stress management, personal hygiene, budgeting, time management, and healthy relationships. Each week is structured around scaffolded projects that promote both self-awareness and real-world application, culminating in summative demonstrations of learning.

Learning objectives emphasize self-regulation, personal responsibility, and critical decision-making. Students are encouraged to assess the impacts of lifestyle choices, apply financial literacy skills, and explore accessible resources for ongoing personal development. The course also integrates participation-based activities to foster community and normalize help-seeking behaviors during the often-challenging first year of college.

This course exemplifies a proactive, student-centered approach to academic readiness and retention. By equipping learners with foundational life skills and a holistic view of wellness, it empowers them to thrive—academically, personally, and socially—in their postsecondary journey.

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