Most college students discover at some point in their academic career that they would benefit from additional academic support. Students meet with the Director of Academic Support Services to discuss and work on their academic challenges. These meetings are arranged by appointment and are limited in number. Periodically, presentations are made covering such topics as test taking, reading, and note taking, as well as time management and general study skills. Workshops are presented as campus wide events or upon request to a specific group.
Students can request a course specific peer-tutor, free of charge.
Peer tutors normally have first-hand experience of the course they tutor, have familiarity with the professor, and are hired through faculty recommendation. Peer tutors also provide general writing assistance through The Learning Center. To request a tutor, Complete a tutor request form from The Learning Center, Runyan Center. Academic Support Services coordinates the delivery of academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Off-campus referrals are made for students in need of professional assessment.