To increase the chances of college success, students must be able to set goals, develop strategies to achieve those goals, manage their time, maintain motivation, stay organized and know the resources on campus. This list already sounds like a lot to handle, and it's not even complete! Fortunately, Student Success offers academic coaching which is designed to assist students with these broader aspects of college and help students make the most of their college experience.
Academic coaches are upperclassmen at Greenville College oftentimes majoring in psychology or social work. Regardless of their major, however, academic coaches show exemplary skills in many areas of academic achievement and are eager to help other students improve their skills in the broader areas of academics. Some areas coaches can assist students with include:
Academic coaches can also assist incoming students with the transition from high school (or from a previous college) to Greenville College. With the help of a coach, new students can more easily navigate campus and meet other students, thus enhancing their college experience. Additionally, coaches can serve as accountability mentors for students.
All Greenville College students are welcome to meet with a coach at no extra charge! Students wanting assistance in any of the areas mentioned above are encouraged to meet with a coach. Students wanting to simply ‘brush up’ on any of these skills or areas are encouraged to meet with one as well.
The best way to schedule a meeting with an academic coach is to contact Student Success. You may email, call, or just stop by (see contact information below). Students are also welcome to 'drop in' to see an academic coach during coaching hours.
Academic coaching is also available to students online through Angel. This online resource provides students with links to helpful websites, discussion forums and blogs. Students can also ask academic coaches questions via email through this online resource. Join the online Academic Coaching Group by contacting the Student Success Center.
Student Success
Located in the Ruby E. Dare Library
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Phone Numbers: (618) 664-6597 or (618) 664-6611 or (618) 664-6616
Email: fallon.sparks@greenville.edu