Academic Success Workshops

Student Affairs staff have designed these informative academic skills workshops to support the educational needs of Saint Xavier students. Workshops are 50 minutes and no registration is required (exceptions are noted). Students may bring a meal or snack.

Students, faculty or staff may request a presentation of any of these workshops during the academic year. The presentations may be tailored for an entire class or for a small group (four or more individuals). Additional topics are also available.

Spring 2013 Workshops

January

Reading for Meaning January 29 2:30 p.m. Are you struggling to comprehend what you read and stay awake in class? If so, come to this workshop to learn how to manage your reading load and comprehend the information in your textbook and from lectures. 4th Floor Boardroom
Time Management January 30 2:00 p.m. Do you ever feel that time is passing faster and faster each day and the only thing you are trying to do is keep up with it? If so, learn some techniques on planning, managing and prioritizing your time. Let us help you better manage your time and become a better student. WAC L-325
Test Taking Tips/Test Anxiety January 31 3:30 p.m. Essay, multiple choice, true/false -- wondering where to begin? This workshop will address tips for how to approach a test. (Yes, there is more than one way to approach a test!) Knowing these tips can reduce test anxiety and build your confidence! WAC L-321

February

Stress Management Feruary 5 3:30 p.m. Life is stressful. Life as a college student is even more so. Don’t let stress catch you off-guard. Come to our workshop and we’ll tackle stress head-on, learning techniques that will let you beat stress at its own game. WAC L-325
Learning Styles/College Study Skills February 7 3:00 p.m. This workshop is designed to help you develop a clear understanding of specific strategies needed to improve your study skills. It will help you learn and adopt effective study habits. You will develop confidence and motivation for personal management of your own academic success. Butler Reception Room
Reading for Meaning February 13 3:00 p.m. Are you struggling to comprehend what you read and stay awake in class? If so, come to this workshop to learn how to manage your reading load and comprehend the information in your textbook and from lectures. WAC L-306
Test Taking Tips/Test Anxiety February 25 3:30 p.m. Essay, multiple choice, true/false -- wondering where to begin? This workshop will address tips for how to approach a test. (Yes, there is more than one way to approach a test!) Knowing these tips can reduce test anxiety and build your confidence! WAC L-325
Library Research February 27 3:00 p.m. Do you have research assignments requiring additional assistance? If so, this hands-on workshop will highlight some of the library's databases and services that can help you find credible sources to complete your assignments. WAC L-210

March

Time Management March 5 noon Do you ever feel that time is passing faster and faster each day and the only thing you are trying to do is keep up with it? If so, learn some techniques on planning, managing and prioritizing your time. Let us help you better manage your time and become a better student. WAC S-101
Write it Right March 6 4:00 p.m. "Write it Right" covers everything from pre-writing to proofreading and aims to give you the skills needed to not only suceed, but excel in your academic writing endeavors. L-325
Library Research March 21 3:00 p.m. Do you have research assignments requiring additional assistance? If so, this hands-on workshop will highlight some of the library's databases and services that can help you find credible sources to complete your assignments. WAC L-210
Learning Styles/College Study Skills March 25 2:00 p.m. This workshop is designed to help you develop a clear understanding of specific strategies needed to improve your study skills. It will help you learn and adopt effective study habits. You will develop confidence and motivation for personal management of your own academic success. WAC L-325

April

Save Your Semester April 9 3:30 p.m. There are only a few weeks before final exams. If you’re not satisfied with your performance in classes, perhaps it’s time for new strategies. This overview of techniques for managing time, reading texts, attending lectures, taking notes and taking tests will focus on specific strategies for immediate use. WAC S-201
Stress Management April 10 noon Life is stressful. Life as a college student is even more so. Don’t let stress catch you off-guard. Come to our workshop and we’ll tackle stress head-on, learning techniques that will let you beat stress at its own game. Butler Reception Room

Contact Information

The Academic Success Workshop Series is coordinated by the Division of Student Affairs. Please contact Tammy Stockover at 773-298-3123 for more information.


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