Academic and Athletic Peer Coaching
Our Academic Coaches are here to support students who may feel overwhelmed by the academic demands of college. Any USI student can receive free, personalized support from an academic coach in a supportive environment, focusing on building skills to promote both academic and personal success. Academic coaches provide weekly one-on-one sessions tailored to the individual needs of each student, focusing on areas such as:
- Study skills: time management, organization, avoiding procrastination, note-taking, textbook reading, and test-taking
- Enhancing memory, concentration, and overall academic performance
- Goal setting, planning, and breaking assignments into manageable steps
- Building accountability, responsibility, and self-advocacy
- Developing structured study routines and increasing motivation
- Improving interpersonal communication, active listening, and collaboration
- Adjusting to college life, connecting with campus resources, and forming relationships with university personnel and peers
All academic coaches complete extensive training led by the Academic Success Center staff to ensure they are well-equipped to guide students effectively.