CLASP is a program in which Cornell employees and students work together in learning partnerships. If you work at Cornell and feel that some one-on-one, confidential help will enable you to reach your personal learning goals, CLASP may be right for you

When you apply, you will have a confidential intake interview with the CLASP staff. Based on the interview, you will be matched with a student who is trained to assist adults to reach their learning goals. The two of you will decide on a time and place for your meetings. You may continue in the program until you feel that you have met your goals.

The managers of Campus Life, Building Care, Grounds, Mail and Transportation, and the Statler have agreed to give employees release time for this program. With their supervisor's approval, many employees may use up to three hours a week of work time to meet with their student partners. While your supervisor will know that you are taking part in the program, all other information, such as your goals and progress, will remain confidential. You can choose whether or not to tell co-workers that you are in the program.

Participation in CLASP is viewed as a sign of an employee's motivation to better him/herself and is therefore generally viewed positively by supervisors. Supervisors will need to approve the meeting times you have chosen.

Learning goals which you might consider include:

1. Increasing comprehension and pleasure in reading
2. Increasing vocabulary or reading speed
3. Improving writing for business or pleasure
4. Improving English for non-native speakers
5. Preparing for the GED Tests
6. Learning basic computer skills
7. Getting extra help with a college course

If you are interested in the program, please call:

Ginny Steele- 255-7633 vks7@cornell.edu