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Housatonic CCS 1001: College and Career Success

About CCS 1001

Welcome to your first-year student success course! We're so excited to help you navigate your transition to college and beyond. In this class, you’ll focus on developing the positive attitudes and skills that will set you up for success. Together, we’ll explore your unique values, intelligences, and learning preferences while mastering important skills like goal setting, time management, and critical thinking.

You’ll also discover a wealth of college resources, including electronic tools like myCTState and Blackboard that will make your academic journey smoother. Plus, get ready to dive into career exploration! You’ll use specialized career software and library resources to write a research paper that highlights your ideal career path.

To support you in completing your CCS 1001 research assignments, we've created this helpful library guide. You’ll find valuable information on career resources and essential information literacy skills, such as:

  • Discovering the perfect career path for YOU
  • Choosing a topic for your research paper
  • Effectively searching for and accessing information both inside and outside of the library
  • Evaluating the information you come across
  • Properly citing your sources

If you need any assistance with your research, don't hesitate to reach out to the friendly librarians at Housatonic! You can click the "Chat with us" icon on this page, text us at (860) 407-6081, or visit us in Lafayette Hall, room B144. We’re here to help you every step of the way!