The First Year Experience offers services which will assist students in becoming confident, independent learners. Resources available to students include:
Academic Computer Labs
The Office of First Year Experience Computer Labs provides state of the art computers equipped with the latest version of Windows and Microsoft Office for academic use. Laser jet printers afford high quality printing; and the student friendly staff puts forth every effort to ensure an environment that is conducive for learning.
Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction
Peer tutoring and Supplemental Instruction are programs which seek to improve the quality of academic life for students. For more information on getting help with your studies, follow this link to tutoring services.
Math and Computer Science Tutoring Center
The Math and Computer Science Tutoring Center provides students an opportunity to receive walk-in tutoring for most mathematics and computer science courses. Courses in mathematics range from Quantitative Reasoning through Discrete Structures. Courses in Computer Science range from Computer Applications to UNIX. The Math and Computer Science Tutoring Center is located in Room 3412 of the Office of First Year Experience unit.
The hours of operation are Monday-Thursday from 11 AM - 1 PM & 2 PM-6 PM and Fridays from 9 AM-12 PM. To access the tutor schedules, click Here.
Campus Resources
Americus Community
Online Resources
Practice Compass Tests:
Improving Study Skills:
- College Student Study Tips
- How-to-Study.com: A Study Skills Resource Site
- Regents' Writing and Reading Skills
- Mind Tools: Learning Styles
- How to Study Effectively for College-Purdue University
Mathematics:
- Khan Academy: Math Tutorials
- Precalculus
- TI-83 Calculator Basic Tutorial Video
- Math Tutorials and More!
Computer Science:
Research and Writing:
