Welcome to the Academic Success Center (ASC), where we offer a variety of workshops designed to help you excel academically, master effective study strategies, and build skills that contribute to your overall success. Whether you need course-specific assistance or general strategies for academic success, our workshops are tailored to meet your needs.
Our Course-Specific Success Workshops focus on providing targeted support for specific subjects. These workshops are led by knowledgeable tutors and include hands-on activities, practice problems, and strategies tailored to the course material.
The Academic Success Center is here to support you every step of the way. Join us and unlock your potential for success!
The Academic Success Center (ASC) offers a variety of engaging and impactful workshops designed to support students throughout their academic journey. These workshops can be delivered directly in your classroom during scheduled class times, providing students with practical strategies and skills to excel in any subject area.
Here’s a comprehensive list of workshops tailored to meet the diverse needs of students and professors:
Description: This workshop focuses on establishing a solid foundation for academic achievement.
Students will learn how to set realistic goals, create a personalized study schedule,
and leverage campus resources to maximize their potential.
Best For: Early in the semester or first-year students.
Description: This workshop teaches students how to approach problems analytically and develop
logical, evidence-based solutions. They’ll practice real-world scenarios applicable
to academic and career challenges.
Best For: Courses that emphasize analysis, reasoning, or critical discussion.
Description: This workshop covers how to prepare for exams systematically, reduce test anxiety,
and develop effective strategies for multiple-choice, essay, and open-ended questions.
Best For: Courses with high-stakes exams or final assessments.
Description: Students will learn how to set clear roles, resolve conflicts, and ensure accountability
in group work. This workshop also includes tips on effective communication and teamwork.
Best For: Courses requiring group presentations or collaborative assignments.
Description: This workshop helps students develop resilience by addressing challenges such as
setbacks, stress, and maintaining motivation. Students will leave with actionable
strategies to stay focused and positive.
Best For: Students navigating a challenging semester or struggling with academic pressures.
Description: Focused on building public speaking and presentation skills, this workshop provides
tips on structuring presentations, managing nerves, and engaging an audience.
Best For: Courses with oral presentations or public speaking components.
Description: This workshop educates students about plagiarism, proper citation methods, and the
importance of ethical academic practices. It includes examples and practical exercises.
Best For: Research-heavy courses or assignments.
Description: This reflective workshop helps students uncover their academic and personal goals,
understand their motivations, and develop a clear roadmap to success.
Best For: Students seeking clarity on their academic and career paths.
Description: This workshop offers guidance on planning, drafting, and revising essays. Students
will learn how to construct strong arguments, organize ideas, and polish their writing.
Best For: Writing-intensive courses.
Description: Students will discover useful apps and tools for note-taking, task management, collaboration,
and studying. This workshop introduces platforms like OneNote, Trello, and Quizlet.
Best For: Any course, especially online or hybrid formats.
Faculty can schedule a workshop by contacting the Academic Success Center:
Workshops can be customized to meet the specific needs of your course. Let us know your preferred topic, date, and time!
Learn how to take effective notes that integrate material from lectures, textbooks, PowerPoints, and discussions. Develop notes that help with memorization and exam preparation. This interactive workshop introduces various note-taking methods (Cornell, mapping, and outlining) and teaches students how to capture essential information during lectures. Students will practice with real examples.
| 10:00am - 3:00pm | Summerville Campus UH - #157 | Register for the Note-Taking Workshop |
Learn to manage your time effectively and tackle complex coursework. This session introduces strategies to stay organized and improve productivity. Students will learn how to prioritize tasks, avoid procrastination, and effectively manage their time using tools like planners, apps, and proven organizational methods.
| 10:00am - 3:00pm | Summerville Campus - UH - #157 | Register for the Time Management Workshop |
Build confidence and master effective study techniques to retain course material and stay ahead in your classes. Students will learn research-backed study techniques, including spaced repetition, active recall, and concept mapping, to help them retain information more effectively.
| 10:00am - 3:00pm | Summerville Campus - UH - #157 | Register for the Study Strategies Workshop |
Prepare for exams and quizzes with a comprehensive study plan. Learn tips to reduce stress and perform at your best.
| 10:00am - 3:00pm | Summerville Campus - UH - #157 | Register for the Test Preparation Workshop |
Discover or refine your purpose and set meaningful academic and career goals. Leave with a personalized plan for success.
| TBD | Summerville Campus UH - #157 |
ASC Health Sciences Campus - Greenblatt 1st floor |
To request: Email asc@augusta.edu |
Experience immersive learning through Virtual Reality! VR enhances understanding by engaging your senses and improving knowledge retention by up to 75%. Students will explore how Virtual Reality (VR) can enhance learning through interactive, hands-on experiences. This session introduces VR tools and their applications across various disciplines.
| 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Summerville Campus UH - #157 | Register for the VR Workshop |
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