Located on the fourth floor of Jenks Library
The Academic Support Center addresses individual student needs and learning styles and strives to recognize and develop the gifts of each student. The Center's programs include:
The Writing Center
Trained writing tutors are available by appointment or on a walk-in basis for feedback on all aspects of writing, including finding ideas, revising, and documentation of sources. Tutors also work with non-native speakers in improving language skills. The Writing Center is open Sunday evenings and Monday through Thursday afternoons and evenings. Writing tutor schedules and sign-up sheets for appointments are posted in the Center.
Subject Tutoring
Assistance with Study Skills & Time Management
Disabilities Information and Assistance with Academic Accommodations
The Academic Support Center works with students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and medical/psychological issues that affect academic access; ASC staff will help students communicate with faculty and arrange for appropriate accommodations as specified in the students' documentation. Such accommodations could include:
Contact Ann Seavey, Academic Support Center, ext. 4746.
Physical Disabilities
Services for students with mobility disabilities or other disabilities that require accommodations related to physical access should contact Terry Charek, Center for Student Development, ext. 4072.
Eligibility
Students who intend to request academic accommodations based on a disability must submit written documentation from a specialist to the Academic Support Center and to the Registrar. Documentation must:
Resources for Faculty
The Academic Support Center assists faculty by providing verification of disability, by providing services such as notes and test accommodations, and by communicating current requirements related to appropriate services. Gordon faculty should include a disabilities statement in their syllabus each semester. Faculty should contact Ann Seavey, ext. 4746, should any concerns or questions arise.