GEAR UP Week: College & Career Basics

What is the purpose of GEAR UP?

• To help students prepare for college and succeed in postsecondary education.

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  To increase the postsecondary expectations and readiness of students.

• To provide students with additional academic support.

What is a strategic approach to selecting colleges to apply to?

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  Applying to every college in your state

• Choosing colleges based solely on their extracurricular programs

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  Researching colleges that align with your academic and career goals

Which of the following is a strategic method for exploring potential careers that align with your interests and skills?

• Selecting a career based on salary only

• Picking a career that requires the least amount of education

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  Gathering information from professionals in fields of interest

Which celebrity has a degree in communications, a celebrated rap career and has play professional basketball in Canada?

• Kendrick Lamar

• J. Cole

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  Playboi Carti

Which of the following is an effective way to prepare for an interview?

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  Practicing common interview questions and researching the organization

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  Just hope for the best

• Asking someone to attend the interview with you

Which of the following is a benefit of participating in internships?

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  Earning a high salary

• Fewer college classes required

• Gaining practical experience and networking opportunities

Which class will win the next spirit battle?

• 2025

• 2026

• 2027

• 2028