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 professional and 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 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!
Thursday, September 11
7:00 p.m.
3081 Derring
Monday, September 22
6:30 p.m.
230 Classroom Building
Wednesday, October 8
5:30 p.m.
210 Classroom Building
Thursday, October 21
6:00 p.m.
1860 Litton-Reaves
Monday, November 3
6:00 p.m.
230 Classroom Building
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 3
5:30 p.m.
270 Classroom Building
Thursday, December 4
6:30 p.m.
270 Classroom Building
Monday, December 8
6:00 p.m.
230 Classroom Building
Tuesday, December 9
7:00 p.m.
250 Classroom Building
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, October 2
7:00 p.m.
Zoom
Wednesday, October 29
5:30 p.m.
210 Classroom Building
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.
Monday, September 15
6:00 p.m.
300 Seitz
Wednesday, October 1
5:30 p.m.
1076 Derring
Tuesday, October 14
6:00 p.m.
31 Pamplin
Thursday, November 6
6:30 p.m.
145 Goodwin
Monday, November 17
6:00 p.m.
230 Classroom Building
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 10
5:30 p.m.
3081 Derring
Tuesday, September 23
7:00 p.m.
261 Durham
Monday, October 13
6:00 p.m.
230 Classroom Building
Thursday, October 30
7:00 p.m.
145 Goodwin
Wednesday, November 12
6:00 p.m.
210 Classroom Building
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.
Thursday, September 25
6:00 p.m.
108A Surge
Wednesday, October 22
5:30 p.m.
210 Classroom Building
Monday, November 10
5:30 p.m.
230 Classroom Building
Tuesday, December 2
7:00 p.m.
145 Goodwin
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 16
7:00 p.m.
261 Durham
Thursday, October 9
6:30 p.m.
210 Classroom Building
Monday, October 20
6:30 p.m.
250 Classroom Building
Wednesday, November 5
7:00 p.m.
155 Goodwin
Thursday, November 18
7:00 p.m.
250 Classroom Building
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 taking requests one month prior to the start of fall classes, and we begin scheduling those requested seminars during the first week of classes.