COLLEGE CREDITS FOR Young Marines HEAD START TO

COLLEGE CREDITS FOR Young Marines HEAD START TO A COLLEGE EDUCATION

Adams State University in partnership with RTG & Associates Provides Academic Recognition for Young Marines In the following areas: Community Service-Learning, Leadership, Character Education, Citizenship, Personal Financial Management, and History

• College Credit awarded by Adams State University - state funded public university located in Alamosa, Colorado • Up to 21 credits awarded towards ASU Associate’s Degree or transferable to college of choice in all states with consent of gaining institution (18 credits in Young Marines curriculum, and 3 in American History for special Veteran based research project) • Initial ASU Transcript provided to student automatically – • Recognize Young Marines educational experiences • Prepare Young Marines for future academic objectives

PROGRAM BENEFITS • • Elevates academic recognition Provides competitive college admission status (Possible • • • Enhances Young Marines academic resume Lowers net student tuition costs Accelerates college degree completion Reinforces commitment to academic achievement Provides for a motivated Young Marines membership, and attracts high quality new members academic partnership programs with local community/junior colleges)

It all begins here. . . via 18 of 28 credits to choose from (11 courses identified) Regionally Accredited Tuition only $60 per credit (no fees)

COLLEGE CREDITS at Adams State University

Academic Leadership Courses CORE COURSE LISTING: Health, Wellness and Physical Fitness - LEAD 130 Community Service Learning, ‘An American Ethic’ – LEAD 138 Personal Financial Management - LEAD 122 Character Education - LEAD 124 Citizenship - HGP 179 Basic Leadership Experiences (Jr Yr) - LEAD 136 College Options - LEAD 179 American Defense Policies and Leadership (Sr Yr) - LEAD 128 Military Historical Staff Ride – LEAD 134 2 credits * 3 credits 1 credit 3 credits 0 PTIONAL Additional/Substitute COURSE LISTING: American History and Its Veterans: 1890 through Today American Veterans-Profiles in Leadership 3 credits * College Options - LEAD 179 Note: * Has 12 -15 hr Community Service Learning Education Project 3 credits

• Core courses graded by Regt Staff/Mentors • Optional courses graded by ASU/RTG Faculty • American History (has special grading requirements – read syllabus for additional info – H. S. History Teacher or Guidance Counselor sign. ) • Regimental choice from 18 of 28 credits provided • HIST 179 course – special credits, not part of 18 credits regimental option

College Course Descriptions Your Local Curriculum Leadershi p Credit Map

FRESHMAN YEAR • LEAD 130 - Health, Wellness, and PT – 2 credits • LEAD 122 – Personal Financial Management – 2 credits SOPHOMORE YEAR • LEAD 138 – Community Service-Learning – 2 credits • LEAD 120 – American Veterans-Profiles in Leadership – 3 credits JUNIOR YEAR • LEAD 136 – Basic Leadership Experiences – 3 credits • HGP 179 – Citizenship - 3 credits SENIOR YEAR • LEAD 134 – Military History Staff Ride – 3 credits • HIST 179 - American History and Its Veterans, 1890 through Today – 3 credits

1 EASY AS. . . YOUNG MARINE Anytime after completing a course, registers thru RTG website and pays Adam State University • Registration quick and easy with ASU • ASU always open • Successful former Young Marines always eligible for enrollment with consent of Cadre/Mentor 2 REGIMENTAL CADRE/MENTOR Emails student grade report to ASU professor of record • On RTG Form • All students on one grade report • Instructor signed and dated 3 PROFESSOR Reviews grade report and submits grades for college credit to Adam State University • Free transcript provided automatically • Additional transcripts available upon request

Funding Options for Young Marines Business Leaders Support Military Staff Rides Civic Leaders Sponsor Citizenship Courses Churches Sponsor Character Education Courses Banks/Credit Unions Support “Personal Finance” (NEFE) Courses Local Area, State & National Grants – Scholarships Alumni Networks Community Fundraising Partnership with Marine Corps League

“RTG & Associate’s Leadership Credits Program is invaluable!” “Many of our college bound cadets are interested or already registered. ” “…nothing but positive responses from parents. ” “…adds an extra dimension to our JROTC program. “ “…helping students prepare for their future. ” “Thank you for all of your help and for giving these students a head start. ” Terry L. Webster, Lt. Col, USAF (retired) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor March, 2010

CONTACT US Kenneth Denman NAVY/MARINE/USAF Director kenneth. denman@gmail. com 719 -581 -9496 Bob Greene President/Owner bobgreene 2007@gmail. com Tel: 303 -840 -3063 for now: http: //dev. leadershipcredit. info/wordpress/young-marines “Official Website available on/after 1 April 2013”