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Explore the tutoring centers available at Ursuline to help students succeed.
Ursuline offers free one-on-one tutoring by professional tutors, select staff and faculty, and well-trained, faculty-recommended peer tutors. Students can schedule tutoring appointments weekly when needed or for the semester. Appointments are necessary and can be scheduled through Navigate UC. Directions on how to set up one-on-one appointments are listed below. If you cannot find the class you need, please contact Tiffany Mackie for assistance.
Skills tutoring by select professional tutors and staff is also available for note-taking, time management, and other topics. Please contact the Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction Coordinator for assistance.
There are two types of group drop-in study sessions: Study Tables and Supplemental Instruction. Study Tables are hosted by a peer tutor and each session can cover topics from multiple classes. If you need clarification about a topic from class, a study table visit is the way to go. Supplemental Instruction is offered by select staff and faculty for specific courses where the instructor will engage the students in hands on activities while learning the material. You can find the Supplemental Instruction sessions on Navigate UC, directions are below.
Academic Support also sponsors skill workshops throughout the semester with topics including Note Taking, Time Management, and Destressing. Check your calendar in Navigate UC for times and locations.
Students engage in collaborative sessions with writing academic coaches to enhance their capacity to effectively express their thoughts through written communication across various subjects and writing styles. Instead of simply submitting their papers for proofreading, students actively participate in refining their writing skills and gaining insights from their errors, working alongside the writing academic coaches.
Schedule time in the Writing Center for start-to-finish help with papers and writing projects
The Academic Literacy Specialist can help you better understand what you read and so much more. Our specialist will:
Schedule with the Literacy Specialist or email Lorie.Lubman@ursuline.edu for help with reading and understanding textbooks, scholarly articles, and more.
Tutoring at Ursuline College is aligned with the College Reading & Learning Associations certification requirements. Don’t wait until you fall behind – tutors can help you stay on top of your academic workload.
1. Academic Coaching Study Sessions (ACSS) are open to all registered students for that specific course. Registered students can go to the sessions, no email is required.
2. For 1 on 1 Academic Coaching an email is required. Request academic support to carmen.houston@ursuline.edu or tutoring@ursuline.edu. You will be paired with a peer/professional academic coach and through mutual availability you will schedule your session time.
3. Help with writing papers can be requested through the Writing Center. While we encourage students to make appointments, we accept walk-ins if a tutor is available. However, it is recommended to schedule in advance to secure a tutoring slot. Schedule time in the Writing Center
Summary of Position: Work individually or in small groups modeling appropriate study behavior and assisting students in areas of difficulty.
Wage: $10.00/hr
Requirements:
Minimum of 3.0 GPA to become an Peer Academic Coach
Received a grade of A or B in the Ursuline courses to be tutored
Ability to communicate effectively.
Find more information on becoming a peer academic coach by sending an email to carmen.houston@ursuline.edu.
Fill out your Academic Coach application
A: The tutoring department helps in a wide range of subjects, including but not limited to mathematics, English, biology, chemistry, and nursing.
A: You can schedule a tutoring session by visiting our online scheduling system or by contacting the tutoring department directly.
A: Yes, tutoring sessions are free of charge for currently enrolled students.
A: Absolutely! You can receive tutoring help for multiple subjects based on availability and scheduling.
A: Tutoring sessions typically last for one hour, but the duration can be adjusted based on the student's needs and availability.
A: Students are able to drop in for Academic Coaching Study Sessions. However, 1 on 1 sessions are arranged through the mutual availability of the coach and student.
A: You can request a specific tutor based on their availability and expertise.
A: Tutoring sessions can be one-on-one or in small groups, depending on the preference and availability of the student.
A: We strive to assist with specialized courses or programs whenever possible. Please contact the tutoring department with specific details, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
A: Absolutely! Our tutors can assist with exam preparation, including reviewing material, practicing sample questions, and offering study strategies.
