Fundamental Academic Skills Training (F.A.S.T.)
FAST is a six-week summer bridge program for student-athletes. FAST provides incoming student-athletes with skills, knowledge, and resources they need in order to have a successful first year at UB. Transitioning into college life is a daunting task for anyone, especially for those with the additional pressure of being a Division I athlete; therefore, FAST’s goal is to provide student-athletes with all necessary information and experiences during the summer, to allow for a smooth transition into the Fall.
FAST is a program filled with workshops and events, aimed to increase educational outcomes of the new student-athletes Each of the sessions have been created and organized by the Learning Development Center staff and includes various seminars pertaining to: college transition, note taking and study skills, college expectations, resources on campus, and other information deemed necessary in order to effectively navigate campus and classes.
Typical guest speakers include representatives from:
FAST is a program filled with workshops and events, aimed to increase educational outcomes of the new student-athletes Each of the sessions have been created and organized by the Learning Development Center staff and includes various seminars pertaining to: college transition, note taking and study skills, college expectations, resources on campus, and other information deemed necessary in order to effectively navigate campus and classes.
Typical guest speakers include representatives from:
