Academic Success Workshop Series

Making the transition to a new academic environment is not something that we anticipate students to accomplish overnight. In order to achieve academic success, there are a number of academic areas that should be regularly revisited in order to sharpen one’s skill set and prepare for the rigor that comes along with a college curriculum.

The Academic Success Workshop series will focus on these specific academic areas and review strategies that student’s can immediately implement in order to prepare for the current semester, as well as semesters to come.

Take a look at the schedule below and register for as many workshops as you would like. Snacks will be provided!

Upcoming Fall 2026 Sessions

 

Title: Academic Support Resources on Campus

What is Academic “Practice” and Support at Lafayette? Catch up, Keep up, Excel!

Description: Come hear from current students who also serve as the Academic Resource Hub’s Supplemental Instruction Lead Mentors on how to engage and practice with course content through academic support programs. They will share with you what those resources are and how to use resources whether you are struggling with content or want to improve your understanding to get that A- rather than a B+!

Presenters: 
Natalie Johnson, Supplemental Instruction Lead Mentor
Matt Epp, Supplemental Instruction Lead Mentor

Date: September 30th
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Location: Simon 109
Time: 12:45 – 1:15 pm, Pizza will be provided!

Title: Spring Course Registration Information Session

Description: Registering for your second semester of courses will be your sole responsibility this time around. Don’t get overwhelmed! During this session, you will learn all of the necessary steps you need to take in order to be prepared to tackle that 7:00 am registration!

Steps that will be discussed include:

  • Important dates and deadlines
  • Exploring your degree audit
  • How do I access what courses are available?
  • Exploration of your major
  • How to prepare for your academic advisor meeting
  • What the heck is a PIN?
  • How to select backup courses
  • Tips/Tricks for the day of registration
  • What to do if you get put on a waitlist/don’t get into a class that you want

Presenters:
Dean Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean
Dean Monica Cottrell, First Year Class Dean

Date: November 11th
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Location: Hugel 100
Time: 4:15 – 5:00 pm

Title: Final Exam Prep

Description: Preparing for your first round of final exams can be overwhelming. You are excited about the end of the semester, but worried about how you are going to get everything done. During this session I will help you get organized, learn study strategies, and plan for a healthy final exam season. The end is in sight, but the first priority is completing all of your finals and final papers/projects.

Presenters:
Dean Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean

Date: December 2nd
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Location: Hugel 100
Time: 4:15 – 5:00 pm

Title: Crash Course in How to Ace Your First Semester

Description: Register to listen to the College Transition Specialist during a crash course on everything Lafayette academics. During your first semester, it is important to utilize various support mechanisms to navigate your new academic environment. This session will provide an overview of all of the resources that are available to you. 

The remaining workshop sessions will then dive into each academic support area in more detail! The sessions will coincide with important dates throughout the semester. 

Topics included will be:

  • Important dates and deadlines 
  • Getting organized
  • Goal setting and time management
  • Motivation, Focus, and Procrastination
  • How to introduce yourself to your professors
  • How to utilize office hours
  • Classroom support: academic tutoring, SI, and mentored study groups

Presenters:
Dean Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean

Date: August 26th
Location: Hugel 103
Time: 4:15 – 5:00 pm

Title: Individual Time Management Sessions

Description: Time to get organized! During this workshop, you or your small group will work with the College Transition Specialist to better understand how to map out your daily, weekly, and semester schedule. Together, we will review and organize your Fall 2026 semester and learn how to better manage your time. Additionally, you will be challenged to set short and long term goals for Fall 2026!

Each student will sign up for one, 30 minute time slot. After the initial appointment, you can decide whether you’d like a follow up appointment.

Presenters:
Dean Abigail Close, College Transition Specialist & Junior Class Dean

Date: August 24th – September 4th
Register: Select a 30 minute session
Location: Scott Hall 200
Time: throughout the academic day