Some lecture classes in sciences will be held in larger lecture room of slightly under 100 seats. These classes meet for lecture twice and then break down for laboratory sessions of no more than 20 students once a week. There is only one large lecture hall of 200 seats on campus and this is used primarily for team-taught classes such as introductory psychology. The only classes taught by T.A.s are laboratory sessions, who are carefully monitored by full-time faculty members. Each faculty member must hold office hours for a minimum of 10 hours per week.
Students can make appointments with departmental secretaries.
Southern faculty members want you to succeed. The primary source of faculty evaluation is their ability to teach, not to do research or publish. Southern Connecticut enjoys an excellent Supportive Service Department whose function is to provide free tutoring to students who need it. Additionally, the Athletic Department has initiated an NCAA inspired study session for students who are experiencing academic difficulty. Graduation from and completion of 16 units in an approved secondary school.