Attendance at SI sessions is voluntary but highly encouraged. National data show that students who regularly attend SI sessions earn one-half to a full letter grade higher than those who don t attend SI sessions. Writing and reading consultants are carefully screened and trained. The consultants show students how to handle the challenges of writing, proofreading and editing their papers. Periodic help sessions on style, technical control and documentation are scheduled throughout each semester.
Consultants present critical reading and study skills techniques during individual conferences.
This approach encourages students to read actively and think critically. Students may also avail themselves of an extensive library of self-paced reading and study skill development materials. Math Lab consultants do not do homework problems for students, but rather they show them how to approach and solve problems on their own. Students can use The Math Lab on a drop-in basis or may schedule an appointment for more individualized assistance. The Minority Student Achievement and Academic Enrichment Program is designed to be an integral part of a student's educational program.