Academic Support Program
At Youngstown State University, academic success is the top
priority for Penguin student-athletes. That focus is set by university
administration and strictly adhered to by YSU athletic administration and
coaches.
All Penguin student-athletes are assisted by one of four
Academic Counselors, an area directed by Marilyn O’Bruba. The Jermaine Hopkins
Center for Academics is the home for student-athletes to access numerous
computers, word processing software, support materials for 500 and 600 level
courses, and a private study lounge.
The degree to which athletes are involved in the academic
counseling area depends upon each student-athletes’ needs. Generally, first-year
and transfer students are expected to be involved because the transition from
high school or junior college to a university
setting can be challenging.
Student Tutorial Services
Student Tutorial Services provides tutoring to students in a
variety of 500-800 level courses. The service includes regularly scheduled
appointments for group and individual sessions, group review sessions before
exams, computer-assisted instruction, and use of independent study materials.
The students meet regularly for one-on-one sessions with peer tutors who are
selected for their academic proficiency. The tutors are specially trained in
study skill techniques. The staff provides educational information and refers
students to other services on campus when appropriate.
• Tutoring is also available for 700 and 800 level courses.
• Research shows that students who utilize tutoring services
earn more credit hours and increase competence levels by 20 percent.
Other Services
A YSU staff or faculty member can provide mentoring and take
a personal interest in a student’s progress and challenge them to achieve their
potential. Midterm reports are distributed twice each semester to professors on
every student-athlete to monitor progress.
• The University Counseling Center is available to assist
with test anxiety, career indecision, academic and work problems, and a variety
of other issues pertinent to college students.
• Penguin student-athletes are permitted to register early to
allow them access to classes.
• Team orientation meetings consist of reinforcing study
skills, time management, computer orientation, campus life, drug use/abuse, and
campus safety.
• First-Year Student Services offers peer assistance and
programming to build confidence and develop direction for new and transfer
students.
Mentoring Services
The mentoring service is available to any freshman through
senior who wants consultation from a volunteer faculty or staff member on
educational matters, career issues, and advice on requirements and procedures.
Mentors are assigned on the basis of the same academic department, a supportive
administrative department, or some other career related to the student’s
interests and concerns.
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