Being successful in college requires planning, preparation, and hard work. Understanding what it takes to be successful is an important first step. Although the hard work is up to you, we’re here to help you on your path to academic success at UAB!
UNIVERSITY 101
College is a much different ballgame from high school! While there is certainly more student freedom in the University setting, there is also more student responsibility. University 101 is designed to help students adjust to the different world of college. With emphasis on critical thinking skills, academic planning, and citizenship in the university community and beyond, this program provides students a foundation upon which to build their academic careers. Click here to find out more about University 101.
SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION
Doing well in your studies requires more than getting the right answers – it also requires an understanding of the concepts and methods needed to arrive at those answers. Supplemental Instruction provides out-of-class, group study sessions led by trained student leaders. SI sessions are offered with selected courses each term – click here to find out about our current schedule.
GENERAL STUDY STRATEGY SESSIONS
Sign Up to Brush Up Your Study Skills!
This summer, the Office of Student Academic Success is offering free, voluntary Study Strategy Sessions to all UAB students. Study strategy sessions help students explore effective learning styles and efficient study practices. Click here to find out more!
ACADEMIC COACHING
Connecting Students to Solutions
The Office of Student Academic Success works to pair UAB Undergraduates with Graduate Students in the School of Education. Over the course of five or more one-on-one coaching sessions, students will receive an evaluation of their studey skills and practices. Students will also be provided with ongoing assistance in developing their approach to study strategies and help bevoming academically succesful at UAB.
Ask your advisor how you can sign up for Academic Coching or contact the UAB Office of Academic Success at 934-8184!