Academic Support Services is comprised of a number of services that are designed to help students maximize their academic success.

One-On-One Consultations
Unlimited one-on-one consulting sessions are available to address academic skills, including, but not limited to, topics like textbook reading, notetaking, time management, and stress management. Any students who would like to enhance their academic performance should schedule a consulting session to determine how to improve their overall study skills or develop a study plan.

Workshops
Academic support services offers workshops throughout the year. Students will receive a workshop schedule by email. Typical topics explored in workshops include:

• Test taking
• Study skills
• Time management / stress management
• APA and AMA format issues
• Reading comprehension
• Writing and revising

Writing Consultations
Consultations are available to help with any aspect of writing, including APA or AMA formatting. Students come to the consultation with drafts of their papers and the writing consultants give them feedback and advice. Academic Support Services also provides large-group programs or one-on-one consultations focused on building writing skill. Consultations are by appointment only; to set up an appointment call 215-503-2787.

Personal Counseling
Students seeking personal counseling services may contact either the Office of Student Life at 215-503-8189 or the Student Personal Counseling Center at 215-503-2817. Students may be referred for ongoing care. In such cases, charges for care may be partially covered by the student's health insurance plan. All students are required to carry either the College's health insurance plan or a plan that offers equal coverage.

The PASS Program
Preparing Academic Success Strategies is a non-fee/non-credit course on academic skills like test-taking, studying, memorization, concentration, writing, textbook reading, and time/stress management. The learning is primarily activity-based so that you can choose the strategies that appeal to you and practice them in the ways that suit your style. There are no grades or tuition fees-- the only requirements are your attendance and participation. PASS is great for those people who like to get a "competitive edge" by being mentally prepared before school starts. We especially recommend this program if you have been out of school for more than two years, have ever had difficulty in a science course, or will be juggling a job/family while you attend school.

Staff

Jennifer Fogerty, MSEd
Academic Development Specialist
215-503-2787
Jennifer.fogerty@jefferson.edu

Facilities

Student Lounge
A student lounge is available for all students. The lounge includes a microwave oven, refrigerator, vending machines, a coffee machine, and a water cooler. Tables and chairs are available for dining or group studying.

Quiet Study Area
This carpeted area with study carrels is isolated from the lounge area to allow for distraction-free studying.

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