Seminar Series on Academic Success
Our Seminar Series on Academic Success provides free, interactive, small-group presentations for students of any level or discipline who want to develop their academic success skills. We focus on presenting research-based skills and strategies in an accessible way. Seminars are led by our friendly peer academic coaches, who are also available for individual appointments during the academic year.
To request disability accommodations, please contact us at least 10 business days prior to the seminar you would like to attend.
Spring 2025 Seminars
Have you ever wondered how, after hours of going over notes and materials, you still can’t remember what you need to know? It turns out that many of the most commonly used learning strategies just don’t work. This seminar will provide you with tips and strategies to make your learning and studying more effective!
Tuesday, February 4
New Classroom Building 230
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 20
Lavery 340
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Monday, March 3
Goodwin 145
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 2
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.
Thursday, April 24
Goodwin 145
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Are you stressed out over all the exams, papers, and group projects that will soon be taking up your time? Learn how to stay motivated, manage the stress, and find the time to do all of the things you need (plus some time for fun!). We will also review strategies for effective test taking.
Wednesday, April 30
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.
Thursday, May 1
Goodwin 145
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Monday, May 5
McBryde 232
6-7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 6
New Classroom Building 250
5-6 p.m.
Taking an online course that you thought might be easier? An online course takes time, dedication, self-control and self-motivation that is on par with a program on a physical campus in terms of quality. Learn evidence-based strategies of how to approach an online course differently than attending a class in person.
Monday, February 10
Goodwin 145
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 18
New Classroom Building 250
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 23
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.
Join us to stay accountable and practice skills in:
- Time management
- Effective studying
- Goal setting
Dates: February 10, February 24, March 17, March 31, April 14, and April 28
Location: Gilbert Place Room 2101, 220 Gilbert Street. Room is on the second floor accessible by elevator.
Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.
You try to get your work done, but there’s always a better time. All of a sudden it’s the night before your big test, or project, or paper and there’s not enough time to get it done! You stress out, stay up all night, and turn something in that you know is not your best work. If you’re tired of that routine, come learn how to use your free time more efficiently to get homework done before the final countdown. This workshop will include motivation techniques to get you started early, help to design a study/homework plan to avoid rushing at the last minute, and will debunk the idea that we work better under pressure.
Tuesday, February 11
Cancelled due to campus closure
Monday, February 24
Goodwin 145
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 26
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.
Thursday, April 10
Goodwin 145
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 22
Goodwin 155
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Do you spend a lot of time reading your assignments, but then don’t remember what you read? Does your mind wander or do you doze off when you’re trying to read? When you’re in class, do you have a hard time knowing what to write down in your notes? If you answered yes to any of these questions, attend this seminar! You’ll learn techniques for getting the most from your readings, staying focused, increasing your reading comprehension, memory recall, and note-taking (both in class and while reading).
Thursday, February 6
New Classroom Building 210
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 26
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.
Monday, March 24
Goodwin 145
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 15
New Classroom Building 250
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Come learn about successful test-taking! In this seminar you’ll learn strategies for preparing for tests, what to do during a test to help you to remain calm and what to do after your test to learn from your mistakes.
Wednesday, February 19
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.
Thursday, March 20
Goodwin 155
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Monday, April 7
Goodwin 145
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 29
New Classroom Building 250
5-6 p.m.
Do you ever wish there were just a few more hours in each day? Do you wonder how you’ll ever be able to accomplish everything you need to do? Time management is a challenge for many students, but attending this seminar can help you get organized and learn how to use your time more effectively, leaving time for both school and fun!
Wednesday, February 12
Cancelled due to campus closure
Thursday, February 27
New Classroom Building 210
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 19
Hutcheson 207
5-6 p.m.
Tuesday, April 1
New Classroom Building 250
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Monday, April 14
New Classroom Building 250
6-7 p.m.
Other Seminar Options
Hoping to offer one of our seminars in your class? During the fall and spring semesters, you can request a seminar presentation for your students. Our presenters are available beginning in the third week of each semester; we begin scheduling requested seminars in the first week of classes. Please request your spring seminar through this spreadsheet.
Want to discuss these topics one-on-one? Schedule an appointment with one of our peer academic coaches during the fall or spring semesters.