Student Success & Retention
Southwestern College is pleased to provide academic support services to our students. The small size and private status of the college permit highly-individualized attention and personalized care for students who need academic support at any level.
Our mission is to provide a comprehensive and high-quality array of support services to students who want to enhance their educational experience and optimize their academic success. All services are provided at no cost to students.
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER
Location: Basement of Christy Administration Building, through the double glass doors
Contacts:
Alissa Sheppard, First-Year Advisor, First-Year Experience Coordinator
Adrienne Wyatt, Vice President for Student Academic Success
ACADEMIC ADVISING FOR UNDECLARED STUDENTS
Students who have an undeclared major are advised by Alissa Sheppard until they declare a major. We explore with students their calling/ purpose/ vocation.
ACADEMIC MENTORING & TUTORING
We support you when you have had a tough semester and help you get back on track. FREE tutoring is offered through the SC Writing Center in the Library. The SC Writing Center is open Sunday- Thursday 6-11pm in the Deets Library. Math tutoring is available through the Quantitative Literacy Center and we direct students to Biology and Chemistry tutoring as well. If students are looking for a tutor in another subject, we will help - at no charge. Email: Alissa.Sheppard@sckans.edu for more information.
DISABILITY SERVICES
We provide accommodations for students with disabilities. Click here for more information. Email contact: Alissa.Sheppard@sckans.edu
STUDY AREA
Our Center provides an additional option for student study. We have coffee ready to make you and a vending machine located right outside our study area. You will be greeted with a smiling face in a warm and supportive environment.
STUDENT WORK STUDY
We provide work-study opportunities for students who provide mentoring and tutoring support to other students. Email: disability.services@sckans.edu for more information.
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT & ENCOURAGEMENT
Just don't know where to turn? Do you have questions, but not sure who to ask? Students are encouraged to seek out one of our personable advisors for support and encouragement. We refer students who need more in-depth help to our Wellness Coordinator maryann.smith@sckans.edu.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDING ACTIVITIES
Our Success Center is all about building positive relationships with students, and we support them throughout their college career. Our Center provides various opportunities that enhance a positive and successful college experience. Sample activities have included: 20th Day Event, Motivational Speakers, Enrollment Support, Small Group Discussion Opportunities, and more!
Hours for Student Success Center
- Open: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday
Hours for Library
- Open: Monday –Friday 7:30am-12am, Saturday 12-4pm, Sunday 1pm-12am
- Tutoring: Sunday-Thursday 6-11pm SC Writing Center
