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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.

Fall 2024 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, September 10
McBryde 126
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Monday, September 23
McBryde 232
5-6 p.m.

Wednesday, October 9
Surge 108A
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 24
Litton-Reaves 1860
6-7 p.m.

Tuesday, November 12
Litton-Reaves 1860
6-7 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, December 4
New Classroom Building 230
6-7 p.m.

Thursday, December 5
New Classroom Building 210
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Monday, December 9
New Classroom Building 230
6-7 p.m.

Tuesday, December 10
New Classroom Building 210
7-8 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.

Thursday, September 19
Surge 108A
6:30-7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 8
McBryde 321
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Monday, October 28
Derring 3081
7-8 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, September 24
Derring 3083
5-6 p.m.

Monday, October 7
Derring 3083
6-7 p.m.

Wednesday, October 23
New Classroom Building 210
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 7
Litton-Reaves 1760
6-7 p.m.

Monday, November 18
Goodwin 145
7-8 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).

Wednesday, September 11
Litton-Reaves 1860
5-6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 1
Litton-Reaves 1860
5-6 p.m.

Monday, October 21
Pamplin 3008
5-6 p.m.

Thursday, November 14
Litton-Reaves 1860
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, September 25
Pamplin 3008
5-6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 15
Litton-Reaves 1860
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Monday, November 4
Goodwin 145
7-8 p.m.

Tuesday, December 3
Goodwin 145
7-8 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!

Tuesday, September 17
Whittemore 349
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 3
New Classroom Building 210
6-7 p.m.

Monday, October 14
Derring 3081
6-7 p.m.

Tuesday, October 29
Litton-Reaves 1860
5:30-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 13
Litton-Reaves 1860
5-6 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 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.