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As
a division of the Academic Support Services unit in Student Affairs,
the Academic Support Center is dedicated to creating academically
engaging communities and fostering a campus-wide commitment to learning.
The primary focus of the Academic Support Center is to provide academic
advising services for MTSU students with undeclared majors and students
with courses in the Academic Enrichment program. In addition, the
Center also coordinates learning communities, the community reading
program and other academic initiatives.
Mission
Statement
The mission of the Academic Support Center is to provide effective
academic advising to all undeclared students and students in the
Academic Enrichment program and to foster a campus-wide commitment
to learning through initiatives such as living/learning communities,
and the community reading program.
The
Academic Support Center is committed to the growth and development
of individual students and to the belief that, given appropriate
assistance, students can take control of their own academic progress
and achieve their educational goals.
Our
objectives are to:
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Provide effective academic advising for undeclared students
and students in the Academic Enrichment program to increase
retention and graduation rates.
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Assist students in making well informed decisions by providing
accurate information regarding general education requirements,
academic programs of study, course selection, and university
policies and procedures.
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Assist students in accessing other sources of assistance and
student support provided by MSTU and the community.
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Assist undeclared students in major and career exploration to
encourage them to declare their major upon completion of the
general education requirements.
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Assist students in learning how to remain in good academic standing,
achieve better grades, and reach their academic potential.
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Facilitate learning opportunities beyond the classroom through
living/learning communities and the community reading program.
Hours
and Location
Located in McFarland -- Our office is open Monday through Friday,
7:30am to 5:30pm.
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