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Academic Advocacy

Your dedicated commitment to your education is essential for academic advocacy to be successful. It is your responsibility to attend class, participate in classroom discussions, take good notes, complete assignments, and study on a regular basis.  

Select the Academic Advocacy support that is right for you:

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FAQ: Academic Advocacy

It is common for students to struggle with the transition from high school to college. In addition to the increased workload, the level of difficulty of the material increases significantly. Additionally, many students are away from home for the first time, and that freedom can bring additional issues and challenges. You can talk to the Academic Support Center staff to learn more about getting control of your current grades.

There are many reasons students procrastinate. It can range from disinterest in the course material to fear of failing. Procrastination is quite complex, but awareness is the first step. Try breaking down large assignments into manageable pieces and visit an Academic Advocate for additional help. 

Some students may feel they are at a disadvantage when it comes to performing well on multiple-choice questions. Sometimes students feel overwhelmed by the large number of questions they have to answer (versus two or three essay-type questions). As well, multiple-choice questions tend to test for detail, so if you're not a detail-oriented person, you may find these types of questions more difficult. Finally, you can't provide details to justify your answer on a multiple-choice test like you can on a short-answer or essay-type question. For study tips, visit an Academic Advocate. 

There is not a perfect formula for how much time you should spend on each course. Remember, attending college full-time is your full-time job. Expect to put in twenty to thirty hours reviewing your notes, doing your readings, working on assignments, etc. It may seem like a lot, but putting in enough time is crucial if you want to master your course material and get good grades.

Faculty have a variety of textbooks available for check out in the library.

You should also work with your professors and use departmental support (if available) in addition to using tutoring. Not only will your professors appreciate your interest in your academics, but because of their expertise, they may provide even more specific, in-depth strategies for learning.

In addition, It is most beneficial to apply new strategies and practice new skills using your own course material.  Therefore, it is necessary to bring with you your course syllabus, book, and any other relevant course material for courses you may be seeking assistance with. When discussing time management it may be helpful to bring with you your calendar, planner, and class schedule. 

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