Faculty and Staff Resources
Classroom Visits
Would you like a representative from the Academic Success Centers (ASC) to come speak at your event or in your class? Please fill out the form below, and a member of our staff will follow up on your request. For classroom visits, a staff member or peer leader can come and give a 5–15-minute presentation about our services. We can visit in-person or remotely and provide students with a flyer for our services. For general inquiries about events with the Academic Success Center, please email our front desk at wsututor@wright.edu.
Workshops
Would you like a representative from the Academic Success Centers to provide a workshop for your class or event? Sample workshop topics provided by the Academic Success Centers include study strategies, time management, and note-taking. We can also work with you to design a workshop that is specific to your group or class. To request a workshop, please fill out the form below, and a member of our staff will follow up on your request.
Academic Success Centers Tours
Want to help your students navigate campus resources and get more comfortable asking for help? Bring your class to see the Academic Success Center spaces and learn about our services. A staff member or peer leader can give a tour of our space, provide an overview of all the ways the ASC can help with academic challenges, and show students how to schedule appointments with us.
Syllabus Snippets
The text below contains language about the Academic Success Centers, located in 122 SSC, that you can cut and paste into your syllabus. We have included all of the information we think your students will need to understand our services and find further information about us. Feel free to edit the descriptions for tone and style to best fit your syllabus.
Math Learning Center
The Math Learning Center (MLC) offers free virtual and in-person assistance to students enrolled in developmental mathematics, mathematics courses from MTH 1270 (Introduction to Functions and Modeling) to MTH 2800 (Writing Mathematical Proofs), statistics (STT 1600 & 2640), computer science (CS 1160, 1180, & 1181) and other first- and second-year mathematics/statistics-based courses within the Wright State catalog. Graphing calculators can be rented from the MLC for a $20 refundable deposit per semester.
Procedures When Students Come to the Math Learning Center
- Upon entering the Math Learning Center, log in at the computer station.
- The math tutors are wearing a black lanyard and name tags. Please feel free to ask a staff member or the front desk for help finding a math tutor if needed.
- Raise your hand when you are ready for assistance!
- Upon leaving the Math Learning Center, log out at the computer station.
Tips to Help Make Students Visit to the Math Learning Center Successful
- Get acquainted with the math tutors. Find one or more math tutors you work well with.
- Consult the schedule online or posted in the center to find out when a particular staff member will be working.
- Talk and work with other students in the center who have similar questions.
- Visit the center consistently throughout the semester.
- Don't wait until exam weeks to come in. There will be more opportunities for individual attention during non-exam weeks.
- Check the center web page for special review sessions for your course.
- Make sure you have reviewed your notes and tried the problem ahead of time.
- Have questions ready. Be proactive in asking questions.
- The tutoring session is about building on your understanding and is not a place to get answers.
- Do not expect the tutors to develop a lecture over the material. They are here to clarify misunderstandings on course material and to answer questions.
Peer Academic Coaches (PACs)
Peer Academic Coaches (PACs) can help you develop general study skills and attitudes you will carry in your future academic and professional career, and work with you to develop strategies and skills, such as time management, presentation, and test taking. Appointments can be scheduled in the Student Success Portal or in person in SC 122. For more information about PACs, hours, and scheduling, visit Peer Academic Coaching.
Emedded First Year Seminar PACs
FYS Peer Academic Coaching is available for students in First Year Seminar (FYS) courses. FYS PACs focus on study and executive functioning skills, transition to college, and self-advocacy practices. FYS PACs offer scheduled appointments and/or drop-in hours, and regularly attend the FYS course.
Embedded UVC PACs
UVC Peer Academic Coaching is available for students on Academic Probation and enrolled in the course UVC 1000. UVC PACs focus on study, executive functioning, skills and self-advocacy practices. UVC PACs offer scheduled appointments and/or drop-in hours, and regularly attend the UVC course.
Tutoring Services
Tutoring Services provides free individual and small-group academic support for a wide range of first- and second-year courses. Drop in or schedule a virtual session in the Student Success Portal or in-person in SSC 122.
Supplemental Instruction
This course is supported by Supplemental Instruction (SI), an academic assistance program that offers regularly scheduled study sessions for all students. SI sessions are facilitated by SI Leaders, students who have previously excelled in this course and are trained to help you succeed. These sessions provide an opportunity to review course material, discuss important concepts, develop effective study strategies, and prepare for exams in a collaborative environment.
Why Attend SI Sessions?
- Enhance your understanding of the course material through group study.
- Develop effective study skills and strategies.
- Engage actively with your course content and your peers.
- Increase your chances of academic success.
No registration is required—just attend any session that fits your schedule. The SI Leader for this course is __________; they will offer SI Sessions the first week of class while surveying the class for the best times to finalize the SI Session for the remainder of the term. For more information and weekly updates, check your email and the course Pilot page. I encourage you to make the most of this valuable resource to support your learning and academic performance.
University Writing Center
The University Writing Center (UWC) provides free writing support to all Wright State students at any stage of their writing process and for any class. We encourage you to visit the Writing Center for help with any aspect of your writing, from research to revision. Drop in or schedule a session in the Student Success Portal or in-person in SC 122. For more information, including hours and scheduling, visit the University Writing Center.
Recommend ASC Staff
Recommend students for ASC staff positions, including tutors, supplemental instruction leaders, peer academic coaches, and writing coaches. Submit a Recommendation Form.
