Coaches are assigned to students by classification. Success Coaching is the one-on-one process of helping students examine academic concerns and perceived barriers to develop an action plan for achieving success. Learn about the student success plan contract, student requirements and contact your success coach.

Student Success Coaching and Retention.

Success Coaching is the one-on-one process of helping students examine academic concerns and perceived barriers to develop an action plan for achieving success. Coaches provide students with semester-long academic support in areas such as time management, reducing procrastination, test preparation, and note-taking and study strategies, etc. Also, Coaches connect students to campus and community resources as warranted. See contact information for Success Coaches below.

Student Success Coach
Assigned Classification
Office Location
Stephanie Branscomb branscombs@uapb.edu
870-575-8376
Freshmen (A-M Last Name)
0-30 Credit hours
Dawson-Hicks
Suite 250
Office 254

Justin Harmon  harmonjm@uapb.edu
870-575-8875
Freshmen (N-Z Last Name)
0-30 Credit hours
Caldwell Hall  Suite 210

Jordan McNair mcnairj@uapb.edu
870-575-8370
Sophomores
31-59 Credit hours
Caldwell Hall  Suite 208

Lakeisha McAfee  mcafeel@uapb.edu
870-575-8381
Juniors
60-89 Credit hours
Henderson-Young
Suite 311

Michelle Grice gricem@uapb.edu
870-575-8374
Seniors  & Graduate Students
90 & Above Credit hours
Caldwell Hall
Suite 209

Chicketta Jackson jacksonch@uapb.edu
870-575-8366 
Returning Students (students that  have stopped out 1-year or more)
Caldwell Hall
Suite 208

Sondra Johnson johnsonso@uapb.edu
870-575-8373
Transfer students
Special Students
Caldwell Hall Suite 209

Retention Program

The Student Success Center retention program specifically focuses on five student groups:

• Admitted through Conditional Admission
• Admitted through Admission Appeals
• Admitted through Academic Appeals
• Admitted through Financial Aid Appeals
• Re-admitted

These students are required to complete a Student Success Plan contract as part of their admission. They are assessed, provided services for their academic, social and professional growth, monitored and evaluated, to measure outcomes.

The academic recovery program consists of students admitted through appeal and re-admitted students.

Peer Tutoring Services are open to all students at UAPB. Find site locations, schedules, and site coordinator contact information. Learn how to become a paid student tutor.

Peer Tutoring Services

The Student Success Center (SSC) tutoring services support classroom instruction by helping students become better learners and gain the confidence and skills to achieve their greatest possible academic success.

SSC Tutorial Service Expected Outcomes:

After using our program for an appropriate amount of time, and within the context of each student’s individual needs, students will:

• Express a more positive attitude toward the subject they are studying
• Use effective learning skills
• Improve their academic performance

Tutoring through the SSC is available at two campus locations:

• John B. Watson Memorial Library
• Athletics Academic Center

Become a Peer Tutor

Requirements:

• Full-time student currently registered at UAPB as a sophomore, junior, or senior;
• 3.0 GPA or higher in all courses you wish to tutor;
• Maintain at least a 3.0 overall cumulative GPA while in the tutoring position;
• Complete a Tutor Application and understand tutor responsibilities;
• Submit two (2) completed faculty recommendation forms.

If you have questions about Student Success Center programs and services, please call 870-575-8368/8366/8370 or email us directly at studentsuccess@uapb.edu. To submit your tutoring application, please scan and email your application to jacksonch@uapb.edu or johnsonso@uapb.edu.

S.T.A.R. Students Taking Academic Responsibility is a structured program to help students stay or get on track to persist and graduate. Open to all students and required for students admitted or returning through appeal or readmitted students.

Students Taking Academic Responsibility (STAR)

STAR is a structured academic recovery program to help students stay or get on track to persist and graduate. The program is open to all students through referral, students at-risk of academic suspension and is required for students admitted or returning through appeal or readmitted students.

The mission of the program is to help students identify their individual academic needs and barriers that prevent optimal performance and then develop skills to meet their educational goals.

Program Structure

Every student enrolled in the program:
Must complete-

• A student data form
• A one-time self-assessment survey
• A one-time persistence survey
• An intake interview with the student success center
• An annual student success center program evaluation and

Must agree-

• To comply with program terms and requirements by initial and signature.

Program Terms

• Limit enrollment to no more than 15 semester hours or as indicated by appeal policy.
• Maintain at least a 2.0-semester grade point average for the academic term.
• Spend a minimum of five hours a week studying in an approved study site on campus and provide documentation of those hours to their SSC coach.
• Adhere to the STAR attendance policy, which allows no unexcused absences.
• Receive coaching in the Student Success Center (SSC) and or meet regularly with a counselor in the Student Counseling, Assessment, and Development Center if recommended.
• Take on-campus courses. NO online or correspondence courses are allowed.
• Pre-register each semester.

Participant Requirements

• Attend STAR orientation at the beginning of each semester of program enrollment.
• Attend a series of Student Success Workshops. Topics may include time management, personal responsibility, study skills, how to talk to professors, and motivation, etc.
• Seek assistance immediately for any potential problems whether academic, personal or social.
• Meet with all course professors the 3rd, 7th (midterm) 11th week of the semester to discuss academic progress. The student will request an updated academic report during meetings and obtain the professor’s signature. The reports are collected and evaluated by the SSC coach, who meets with the student to discuss problems.
• Adhere to prescribed interventions and referrals.
• Pass all courses each semester.
• Access UAPB email and check incoming messages regularly.
• Make a friend in each class.

Destination Graduation” assists students near graduation with small balances that may prevent their persistence to graduation. The mini-grant is available to students graduating with a year.

Senior Completion Program

“Destination Graduation,” the senior completion program implemented by the Student Success Center, helps low-income senior-level students graduate. The pilot initiative purports to reduce the number of students nearing graduation who officially withdraw from the University for various reasons including unmet financial need. Students on track to graduate in two semesters may qualify for a small grant to help pay tuition. The minimum eligibility criteria are:

• Verified graduation date within two semesters
• Has an unmet financial need of $1200 or less
• Has ability to contribute 25% “skin in the game” toward tuition or balance
• Agree to perform community service
• Agree to participate in professional development skills training

Fall 2016 was the first semester of implementation for the project funded in part by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU), the Coalition of Urban Serving Universities (USU) and UAPB.

For more information, contact the Student Success Center:

• 870-575-8381
• 8368
• 8366

Assistance Table

Check out student community service activities!

The “Navigating the Yard” workshop series is tailored to student needs to provide a successful transition to college life and to achieve individual academic and professional goals.

Learn how SSC assist transfer students in their transition to UAPB and assist non-traditional students in acclimating to college.

Transfer/Non-Traditional Programs.

The purpose of the Student Success Center’s transfer program is to assist students in their transition to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. This program includes but is not limited to advising during the pre-transfer process, assistance in adapting to a new campus and accessing student support services.
The Non-Traditional program guides students in their acclimation to college life, assist with accessing resources and navigating university processes and procedures.

Visit Academic Records for information about registration, to review course schedules and the university’s transfer of credit policy.

Let us help you get connected to the resources you need!

Student Success Center
Caldwell Hall Room 209

• 870-575-8368
• 8366

Email us for more details.

College Transfer Help & Resources

The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS)

The Arkansas Course Transfer System (ACTS) contains information about the transferability of courses within Arkansas public colleges and universities. Students are guaranteed the transfer of applicable credits and the equitable treatment in the application of credits for the admissions and degree requirements. Course transferability is not guaranteed for courses listed in ACTS as “No Comparable Course.” Additionally, courses with a “D” frequently do not transfer and institutional policies may vary. ACTS may be accessed on the Internet by going to the ADHE website and selecting Course Transfer (http://acts.adhe.edu).

American Council on Education – Transfer Guide: Understanding Your Military Transcript
This extensive resources can help military students figure out transfer policies, including how credits and experience will transfer to different schools.

Big Future by The College Board – Tips for Transferring
The College Board and Big Future have tons of resources for students planning their college paths. This page has tips specifically designed for those thinking about transferring from a two-year to a four-year college.

CollegeTransfer.Net
Research all aspects of college transfer and assess whether it is the right choice for you based on the transferability of your course history.

Transferology
This free online tool allows students to enter the courses they’ve taken and find equivalent courses at other schools. This can help students figure out which schools will grant them the most credit for the courses they’ve already completed.

Learn about SCC Textbook scholarship eligibility requirements and how to apply here. Applications are accepted up to the second week of the fall and spring semesters.
SSC Textbook Scholarship Application and Instructions

Limited funds are available to students each semester for textbook scholarships. Applications are accepted in August and January. Awards are made to eligible students to purchase books on a first-come-first-serve basis. The instructions for completing the application appear below.

• Scholarship Instructions Word
• Scholarship Instructions PDF
• Scholarship Application Word
• Scholarship Application PDF

Contact the Student Success Center for more information:
870-575-8368/8366
studentsuccess@uapb.edu

EARLY ALERT PROGRAM
Faculty and staff can learn about the Early Alert Program and refer students to SSC for services here.