The Academic Success Center (ASC) is here to help you thrive in your studies! Whether you're on campus or online, we're committed to providing the support you need. Our free resources include workshops, a multimedia center, TSIA2 review sessions, tutoring, and dedicated math, science and writing centers. We offer language and open computer labs to assist you, and much more! Many students find the ASC a great place to focus on homework and get immediate assistance with their coursework. Visit us at the Academic Success Center for the essential support you need to succeed in your classes.
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What do you need to know about for your first day of class?
Get advice on why your first day at college is so important, how to get to know your classmates and more from Dr. David Laude, senior vice provost for enrollment and graduation management at The University of Texas at Austin.
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Do you ever feel like your study habits simply aren’t cutting it? Do you wonder what you could be doing to perform better in class and on exams? Many students realize that their high school study habits aren’t very effective in college. This is understandable, as college is quite different from high school. The professors are less personally involved, classes are bigger, exams are worth more, reading is more intense, and classes are much more rigorous. That doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with you; it just means you need to learn some more effective study skills. Fortunately, there are many active, effective study strategies that are shown to be effective in college classes.
Visit The Learning Center at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to learn how to impliment several tips on effective studying into your regular study routine to help you efficiently and effectively learn course material. Experiment with them and find some that work for you!
Effective time management is one of the biggest challenges in college academic success. Manage your time wisely, prioritize your to-do list, anticipate future needs, make commitments, be punctual, and carry out plans. These habits will reduce the anxiety that can complicate your academic and social life. Effective time management improves grades, lowers stress, and holds you accountable for your responsibilities.
