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Academic Support Services
General Information for Liberal Arts and Sciences
Academic Support Services Academic Advising Program The Academic Advising program provides a comprehensive framework within which students explore the liberal arts curriculum and focus on a particular area of study. Students meet regularly with their general academic advisors during their first two years. These meetings provide opportunities to become knowledgeable about academic policies and procedures, to develop shortand long-term academic plans, to discuss academic progress, to select and schedule courses and identify additional resources on campus. This program has been thoughtfully crafted, based on developmental research and theory, with an appreciation of students’ individuality and the challenges students experience as they transition from high school to college. Entering students who have not determined a major are encouraged to participate in the Majors Exploration Program (MEP). The program gives first-year students an opportunity to work closely with their Academic Advisor, complete online career and personal assessment tools, and use the resources of the Internship & Career Development (I/CD) Office. Generally, students declare their majors by March 1 of their sophomore year, and at that time, they continue their academic advising with a departmental academic advisor. The ultimate responsibility for fulfilling graduation requirements rests with the student.
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Academic Computer Center and Computer Classrooms The Academic Computer Center located in the Cardinal Cushing Library, the Macintosh classroom/lab located in the Administration Building, and the PC classrooms located in the Administration Building, the Wilkens Science Center, and Marian Hall are equipped to assist students and faculty in integrating computers across the curriculum. A growing software library, new technology, e-mail and the Internet are available in all locations for all students and faculty members.
Academic Resource Center The Academic Resource Center (ARC), located on the ground floor of the Cardinal Cushing Library, offers a wide variety of programs, resources, and support to aid students in their quest for academic success. ARC services are designed to help students develop or enhance effective academic strategies based on their own strengths and needs. One of the most popular ARC programs is the Peer Tutoring Program. Professors from every discipline in the College recommend students with the best academic performance and interpersonal skills to provide one-on-one tutoring and facilitate group study sessions. Students can sign up for a single tutoring session or arrange weekly or monthly meetings with peer tutors online or in person at the ARC. All Peer Tutors at Emmanuel College are trained and supervised by professional ARC staff.