Academic Support Service
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The PASS Office
The primary goal of Plymouth Academic Support Services (PASS) is to collaborate with undergraduate students in becoming efficient, independent learners. Our program components of TRIO Student Support Services and Tutoring are designed to engage students in developing effective learning strategies and skills to enable them to enjoy academic success. Start here if you are struggling and we can make sure you get the help you need!
Tutors
You can get a tutor for many of PSU's courses. These will generally be students who have taken the class in which you are struggling, done well, and been recommended by the professor as someone who would be a good tutor. Tutors are friendly, helpful, and FREE!
Disability Support
Do you have a learning disability that is making it tough for you to succeed in your courses? Or maybe you have a chronic illness or physical disability that is presenting challenges. Especially if you don't yet have a diagnosis or your diagnosis is new, you may need someone by your side to help you navigate the challenges. Campus Accessibility Services (CAS) recognizes disability as an aspect of diversity that is integral to society and to our campus community. CAS staff work with admitted PSU students to ensure equal access to PSU academic programs and services. Whether transitioning from high school, community college, or another university, it’s important to be aware of the process to request accommodations and/or auxiliary aids due to a disability or temporary health condition.
The Writing Center
Do you have a paper to write and you don't know where to start? Did you do poorly on a writing assignment and need help revising or working to improve for the next one? The Writing Center in Lamson Library is open for appointments and drop-ins, and they can help you at ANY stage of your writing process, with ANY kind of writing assignment or project!
Research Help
Do you have to do a research paper? Or have you been assigned a topic that you are supposed to learn more about? Are you overwhelmed by all of the information out there but not sure you can find the right thing to help you do well on your assignment or project? No worries-- our Lamson Librarians have you covered. They can help you find sources, chat with you about what Lamson has available to help you, and help you access just about anything in the world that might support your work. Stop at the Lamson Info Desk or click to find out more!
Your Advisor
Your advisor is a terrific person to check in with, even when it's not time to register for courses. An advisor can listen to your concerns and direct you to the correct services, and can also offer advice on how you can succeed. Just email your advisor and ask for an appointment, ANYTIME! If you don't mesh well with your advisor, did you know you can choose ANY PSU professor to be your advisor? Need to find our who your advisor is? Or change to a new advisor? Start at the Career & Advising Center website!
Office Hours
"Office Hours" are open hours when your professor will be in their office waiting to meet with students. They should be listed on the syllbus for every PSU course you take. You can go there with ANY questions or concerns you have about your classwork, homework, or participation in the course. You can also show up to chat about careers, your experience at PSU, or your academic and co-curricular interests. Your professors love getting to know you! No appointment needed-- just show up! If for some reason a professor is not in their office as scheduled, check with the nearest office worker for info.
The Frost House
Do you think you may need to withdraw from a course you are currently failing? Do you have a severe personal issue that might mean you can't finish your semester? Do you have a serious concern with a professor or something that you just can't talk about with your advisor? The Frost House is a place that can assist you when your academic concerns feel overwhelming. Take a look at their website and get in touch and they will definitely hook you up with the support you need.
