Student-Athlete Academic Support
Office of Student Success Resources for Student-Athletes
ACADEMIC SUPPORT OFFICE
The Academic Support Office strives to challenge students who come from all types of academic journeys through academic mentoring with directors and SC peers. Mentoring topics include time management, study skills, testing anxiety, and more. Students struggling with certain subjects may find aid through the on-campus tutoring program (scheduled by appointment only) and 24/7 professional help via the online Tutor.com platform accessible through Canvas. The office facilitates CLEP, Accuplacer, and other SC exam proctoring. Contact the Academic Support Office at academicsupport@sterling.edu, or call 620-278-4463, to schedule an appointment. Click here for details all support services: https://www.sterling.edu/student-success/academic-support-center
Disability Services
The Academic Support Office works closely with faculty to provide reasonable accommodations for students who have documented disabilities. Our goal is to provide equal access to all academic programs and services in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the supplemental ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Reasonable accommodations may include, but are not limited to, individualized test-taking, extended test time, note-taking, audio textbooks, and various physical accommodations. The key principle is “accommodation,” meaning academic standards or course content cannot be altered. Students must make their abilities and limitations known and must meet instructors' expectations regarding class participation, attendance, and performance. For more information on Disabilty Support click here: https://www.sterling.edu/student-success/disability-services
Student Alerts
Alerts are submitted by faculty and staff when there is a concern about a student-athlete attendance, grades, or if a general concern arises. The Office of Student Success will be notified and follow up with student-athletes who have alerts.
On-Campus and Online Tutoring Services
College classes can be a challenge. Students sometimes need extra help with understanding textbook material and course concepts. Academic Support offers FREE peer tutoring to facilitate your academic success and help you strengthen your skills. We also offer FREE 24/7 professional online tutoring, provided by Tutor.com. You may request a tutor in various subjects. On-campus tutors are usually upper-level students who have been recommended by faculty. For more information on Tutoring click here: https://www.sterling.edu/student-success/tutoring
Writing Center
The Sterling College Writing Center exists to help students from all disciplines to become more skillful and confident writers. We work in a collaborative and supportive way to ensure that each student receives the specific assistance they need. We also strive to make our sessions applicable to potential work, both academic and professional, in the future. For more information on the Writing Center click here: https://www.sterling.edu/student-success/writing-center
Student Accountability
The Office of Student Success offers free accountability for any student-athlete who is struggling. They receive assistance in time management, study skills, exam preparation, writing papers, and many other tools to be successful at Sterling College. If a student-athlete is enrolled in the Academic Success Course, they will be required to meet with Academic Support staff on a bi-weekly basis.
English as a Second Language
Would you like to brush-up on your English? Do you struggle with grammar, or would like to refine your pronunciation? Check out these websites for some helpful tips and lessons on how to improve your English. Click here for more information: https://www.sterling.edu/resources/english-second-language
Study Hall Requirement
The Office of Student Success is committed to providing an environment for student-athletes to be successful in their academics. 5 hours of Study Hall must be completed each week in the library. Study Hall is required for the following:
All freshmen for 2 semesters
Transfers for 1 semester
Anyone under a 2.5 cumulative GPA
Academic Skills & Tips
Do you need to learn how to budget while in college? Having Time Management problems, or do you have a problem with Procrastination? Click here for more information: https://www.sterling.edu/student-success/academic-skills-and-tips
CLEP Exams
The Office of Student Success serves as a testing center for the CLEP exam. This exam allows for student-athletes to achieve additional college credit for a specific subject if the exam is passed. For additional information on CLEP testing and fees, visit clep.collegeboard.org.
Academic Success Course
If student-athletes find themselves entering on Probation, they are automatically enrolled in the Academic Success. This class focuses on metacognitive retention and practical methods of learning. These include time management techniques, motivation, studying for specific courses, and more. Students are also required to meet with the Student Success office on a bi-weekly basis, and on a volunteer basis with Warrior Mentors.
For more information contact:
Brett Couture| Director of Academic Support & Student Engagement
Email: academicsupport@sterling.edu Or bcouture@sterlling.edu
Phone: 620-278-4463
Debbie Burgess| Disability Coordinator & Success Coach
debbie.burgess@sterling.edu
