Academic Success Workshop Presentations

The Academic Success Workshop (ASW) is a program designed to help teach students general study and college transition skills which are applicable to all courses and programs of study.

Click on the tabs below to download the Academic Success Workshop (ASW) materials.   

Departments & Clubs/Organizations can also request to have an ASW presented to their group by completing this form

If you would like assistance from a success coach on a specific topic, make an appointment on our Success Coaching page

 

Learn how to navigate online learning to make the most of your semester.

Examine strategies to help you better prepare for course work and exams and discuss methods to help alleviate test anxiety.

Learn to identify your learning style, discuss effective planning for class, and explore various note taking methods.

  • Note Taking College Edition: YouTube

Gives students the tools needed to set SMART goals. Students have the opportunity to examine their strengths and weaknesses and use them to plan, execute, and evaluate goals.

Discuss the importance of sleep, positivity, nutrition, and the importance of treating yourself.

 

Other Helpful Sites

Dartmouth College Academic Skills Centers

Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL)

Top Smartphone Apps

1. JotNotPro (note taking) - The app allows you to take a picture of text and turn it into a PDF file.
2. CourseSmart (textbooks) - The app allows iPhone users to read books purchased through its online service.
3. GoodReader and Evernote (scholarly article reading) - The app allows readers to highlight and take notes on any PDF saved to the system.

 

 

Success Coaching Events

  • WCU Success Coaching Presents: Note Taking & Test Preparation Workshop. October 24, 2024 3:00 - 4:00 PM SECC Room 115

  • WCU Success Coaching Presents: Self-Care Workshop. November 14, 2024 1:30 - 2:30 PM Merion 112