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University Learning Center – DePaolo Hallhttp://www.uncw.edu/ulc/index.html

• Develops student knowledge• Enhances academic success skills

Time ManagementNote-MakingTest PreparationCritical Thinking

Services are free to all UNCW students.

What the ULC Does

Student testimonial:“There were several test questions where I would (be) completely blanked on how to solve them but I was able to remember things by reasoning through, just like the tutor taught us.”

• Focus on Student Concerns• Peer Led Sessions• Low Stress Environment• Varied Services:

One-on-oneSmall groupLarge groupOnline

Student Testimonial: “He has helped me re-learn writing rules and the structure of my writing hasImproved a lot.”

How the ULC Does It

• UNCW upper-class and graduate students

• Faculty recommended • Maintain a minimum

3.0 GPA

ULC Tutors

Student Testimonial: “My tutor and I really connected well;there was a good balance of advice and encouragement.”

• The ULC is certified by the College Reading & Learning Association.

• Tutors certify within one full semester.

• 345 tutors certified over the last five years

ULC Tutor Training

Student Testimonial: “…I could not have passed without them. Claire … was able to answer all my questions and explain things to me that I did not understand.”

• Academic Achievement Services• Math Services• Study Sessions• Supplemental Instruction• Tutoring Services• Writing Services

Academic Support Programs

Student Testimonial: “Awesome!Went in with no confidence,but left with a betterunderstanding and confidence.”

Academic Achievement Services

Work with peer mentors to develop learning skills such as note-

making, test preparation, and time management

One-time or weekly appointments are available

Math Services

Drop – in lab for all math and statistics courses

Individual appointments for select CSC, MAT, PHY classes

Help with study skills, math anxiety & test prep

Study Sessions

Study Sessions are drop-in learning opportunities.

Group leaders help students review lecture notes, discuss textbook readings, and review for tests

Supported courses:

-Fall semesters: PHY 101, SPN, STT 215

-Spring semesters: PHY 102, SPN, STT 215

See website for supported courses & days/times/locations

Supplemental Instruction (SI)

Peer-facilitated group review sessions

Designed to help students in historically difficult courses

- see website for a complete list

2-3 sessions per week for each supported class

Helps develop good study habits

Tutoring Services

Individual and small group appointments for most University

Studies courses such as ECN, FRH, GLY, HST, PSY, SOC, SPN

Focus on what to study and how to study

One-time and weekly appointments available

Writing Services

Tutors help students improve and appreciate their writing process

3 ways to receive writing assistance

Set an appointment

Drop-in Writing Lab

OWL – Online Writing & Learning

How to Schedule a ULC Appointment

The ULC utilizes an online appointment system for all Academic Achievement, Math, Tutoring and Writing appointments.

Visit our website for complete instructions on how to make or cancel your ULC tutoring appointment.

ALL APPOINTMENTS MUST BE MADE 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE!

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