The Student Success Series workshops are:

  • Designed to help students
    • Succeed during their college careers, and
    • Develop academic skills in an interactive and engaging way.
  • Typically 30–45 minutes.
  • Facilitated by University College staff.

Requesting a Workshop

Faculty, staff, and student organizations can request workshops. If interested, request a workshop online.

Upcoming Events

Planning Your Semester

Start your semester ahead of the game by taking some time to plan out assignments, exams, and other important campus events. Attendees should be prepared to bring course syllabi.

Fall 2023 Dates — August 30 and August 31
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Getting Involved

Interested in getting involved? Haven't found exactly what you're looking for? This workshop will help you get involved by:

  • Looking at campus-recognized organizations.
  • Looking at Crimson Connect and demonstrating how to use it.
  • Informing you of campus events for specific groups.

Fall 2023 Dates — September 6
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Fall 2023 Dates — September 7
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Midterm Prep

Starting to get ready for midterms? This workshop will:

  • Help you outline a study plan.
  • Reflect on your note-taking habits.

Fall 2023 Dates — September 13 and September 14
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Degree Works Educational Planner

Preparing for Advising using Degree Works and the Educational Planner.

Fall 2023 Dates — September 20 and September 21
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Time Management

Feeling overwhelmed with the extra time you have this semester? This workshop will:

  • Provide an overview of time management techniques.
  • Help you develop a routine to manage your time effectively.

Fall 2023 Dates — September 27 and September 28
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Study Skills

Looking for another way to study? The pomodoro technique and SQ3R are easy but powerful methods that can be used to help keep you on track while studying. During this session, we will:

  • Cover the pomodoro technique.
  • Learn SQ3R study system.
  • Practice the technique with your own course content.
  • Set you up to successfully implement this technique on your own.

Fall 2023 Dates — October 4 and October 5
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Registration Lab

Need help registering for classes? Stop in for help registering for the spring semester. Make sure you meet with you advisor for a list of recommended courses and your alternate pin!

Fall 2023 Dates — October 11 and October 12
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

16 Personalities

Wanting to explore how your personality and interests impact you career interests?

  • Complete the 16 Personalities Assessment
  • Discuss what you learned and how it impacts your career options

Fall 2023 Dates — October 18 and October 19
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Pushing Past Procrastination

Is the semester starting to drag? Are you having trouble finishing coure assignments? During this workshop you will:

  • Find how to deal with procrastination.
  • Consider what you can do to keep making meaningful progress in class.
  • Recharge for the remainder of the semester.

Fall 2023 Dates — October 25
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Fall 2023 Dates — October 26
Location: B34 Stabley Library
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Dimensions of Wellness

The Six Dimensions of Wellness (emotional, occupational, physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual) all play a role in your holistic wellness and fulfillment. This workshop will teach you about the dimensions and how they can impact you on a daily basis.

Fall 2023 Dates — November 1 and November 2
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Finals Prep

This workshop will help you reflect on the semester and determine what you need for a successful finals week. During this session, we will:

  • Explore learning activities and study strategies.
  • Find your finals week schedule.
  • Create your finals study plan.

Fall 2023 Dates — November 8 and November 9 
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Building Leadership Skills

Interesting in becoming a leader but unsure what it means to "be a leader"? During this workshop, you will:

  • Consider what it means to be a leader on and off campus.
  • Analyze different skills that leaders have.
  • Prepare to continue your leadership development.

Fall 2023 Dates — November 15 and November 16
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Self-Care and Mindfulness

Get ready for finals by focusing on yourself first. During this workshop, you will:

  • Learn what it means to be aware of your self-care practices.
  • Consider what you can do regularly to practice self-care.
  • De-stress before the end of the semester.

Fall 2023 Dates — November 29 and November 30
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.

Study Skills

Thinking about how you take notes? This workshop will:

  • Provide an overview of different study activities.
  • Help you outline a study plan for quizzes and exams.

Fall 2023 Dates — December 6 and December 7
Location: 116 Leonard Hall
Time: 3:00 p.m.