Student Success Center
The Student Success Center (SSC) located in Genesis Hall, which is beside the Post Office, the Wellness Center, and the Art Annex, houses academic advising for first year and sophomore students, Transfer Support Services, Tutoring, Academic Coaching, and testing space for students who have special testing accommodations. In addition, the SSC provides programs geared towards student success and retention. For additional information contact the office by telephone (864) 388-8308 or visit the SSC website at https://www.lander.edu/academics/academic-success/student-success-center/index.html
The mission of the Student Success Center is to support the overall goals of each Lander student and faculty by providing unlimited student services (included in tuition), reflecting current “best practices” in a welcoming environment. First year and some second-year students are assigned to a Student Success Advisor in their major department or college.
Tutoring Services and Supplemental Instruction (PASS)
Tutoring services are included in tuition for all Lander University students. These services are available for most freshman and sophomore level courses as well as many upper-level courses. SSC Peer Tutoring services are available at various times from 8 am – 8 pm, seven days a week, both online and in-person and are provided by peer tutors. There are a variety of courses that have weekly review or test review sessions also led by the tutor(s). Tutoring appointments may be scheduled online at https://lander.mywconline.com/ Peer Tutors are Lander students who have completed the courses that they provide services for with an “A” and maintain a 3.0 GPA. Many of these students have also received professor recommendations to tutor.
Academic Coaching is also included in tuition and supports students by guiding students to develop or improve their academic skill set. Peer Academic Coaches are successful, upper-level students who work with students on improving their skills with time management, organization, note taking, study skills, and other student success skills. Appointments for Academic Coaching may be scheduled online at https://lander.mywconline.com/ .
Transfer Support Services is also located in Genesis Hall in the SSC. The Academic Transfer Advisor serves as the initial primary advisor to newly admitted transfer students and creates individualized academic plan to ensure success as students transition to Lander. During their first semester, incoming transfer students are encouraged to attend transfer workshops to assist with degree requirements and the registration process.
Academic Recovery Program (ARP)
ARP helps students who are on academic probation improve their GPA by repeating course work, attending tutoring, and enrolling in a study skills course. Students on academic probation will receive communication about this program via their Lander email. Prior to the deadline for adding and dropping courses in the current probationary term, students should meet with their primary academic advisor as well as the SSC to review their schedule and develop a plan to improve their academic performance.
Academic Alert Program
The purpose of the Academic Alert Program is to allow faculty to identify students experiencing academic difficulty. Academic Alerts are designed to engage students with academic support services on campus. There is also a student concern process to report concerns beyond the realm of academic advising and support.
CSEM 101.COLLEGE SEMINAR
College Seminar is designed to help students develop effective study skills that they will continue to use throughout their academic career. In College Seminar, students refine their skills through peer interaction and direct application of the newly acquired skills to their current coursework. The course examines various topics needed for college success (i.e. note taking, time management, concentration, study strategies, test taking strategies, and test anxiety.) Permission required by the Student Success Center.
Testing Services
Testing Services provides testing accommodations for students in the SSC that have approved accommodations through Disability Services. The Director of Student Accessibility and Testing Services in the Wellness Center determines and approves testing accommodations. Once accommodations are approved, students must communicate with their professors and the Testing Coordinator in the SSC of their intent to use the approved accommodations. Testing Accommodations include, but are not limited to, extended time on exams/quizzes, quiet/isolated testing areas, and alternative testing methods.