The CSA Tutoring Service is an academic support system that provides tutoring and peer academic skills consulting to all CC and SEAS undergraduate students.
Mission
To increase the probability of academic success for students who utilize the service;
To enhance the students understanding of a given subject, while improving the student's ability to successfully complete a course
To assist students with developing effective learning strategies to help them navigate the University; and
To provide opportunities for student staff to develop leadership and interpersonal skills while helping their peers succeed.
Utilization of the tutoring service will help tutees gain the following:
Increased expertise and understanding of the course content in the specific subjects being tutored.
Suggestions and support for developing improved study skills;
Confidence in fully participating in class; and
Positive self-image as an academically successful student.
Tutors who are assisting these students can expect to gain the following:
Increased expertise and understanding of the course content in the specific subjects being tutored;
Assist in improving a peer's study habits;
Acquiring skills that are transferable to other areas for future professional work; and
Greater initiative to help others and the commitment to continue excelling in classes.