Coaching
One-on-one Academic Coaching is available by appointment in the Learning Commons (virtual appointments on Zoom are available as well.) Walk-in appointments are also an option on a first-come, first-serve basis. In these sessions, our wonderful coaches will work individually with students to identify academic areas of concern and create an action plan for success in a collaborative manner. These plans typically include strategies that target a variety of areas including:
- time management and organization
- effective reading and note-taking of course materials
- study skills
- strengthening communication with faculty
- how to proactively process feedback on work
- finding research tools
- referrals to additional helpful resources on campus
Our coaches are warm, collaborative and eager to help students.
What to Know Before Your Coaching Session
- If you are meeting with a coach for time management support:
- please bring your laptop or a written planner
- please bring copies of, or make sure you can access, course syllabi
- For note-taking or reading support sessions with your coach please bring, or ensure you have access to, the readings for which you need assistance in these areas.
- Please Note: academic coaches are not responsible for ensuring that you do your homework. The time spent with a coach should be utilized to work on a specific study skill or time management, and should not be used to get homework done.
- If you unexpectedly need to change your in-person session to a zoom session please email your coach directly.
- If you need to cancel a coaching session please do so at least 24 hours before your session. You can reschedule through the same booking site.
- Thank you for your cooperation!
Need a quick refresher on time management? Be sure to check out our Digital Time Management Tools page. Our Additional Resources Page includes a variety of academic support tips and inspirational TED talks!