Mandatory Events

*Student Support Services students are expected to keep appointments with both professional staff and with peer tutors. Excessive or unexpected absences from Student Support Services activities or appointments may lead to intensive program intervention. *

 Student Support Services sends out a program newsletter twice a year, online and in print. Always read the newsletter for important and timely information.

Tutoring Expectations

*Student Support Services students are expected to keep appointments with both professional staff and with peer tutors. Excessive or unexpected absences from Student Support Services activities or appointments may lead to intensive program intervention. *

Mandatory Tutoring
Any participant whose college GPA falls below the minimum Student Support Services GPA requirement of 2.0 will be required to receive a discretionary amount of tutoring per week for a minimum of one semester or until his/her GPA meets the requirements of the Student Support Services Academic Advisement Specialist.

Professional & Peer Tutoring
Student Support Services staff are members of the National Tutoring Association and certified professional tutors and coaches in English and Mathematics who help participants with English composition, research, reading comprehension, math, and science courses, as well as other courses as needed.

SSS’s Peer Tutoring Program is very extensive. Services offered include one-on-one, group, and drop-in tutoring. The peer tutors not only have expertise in their subject areas but are also trained in study and learning skills. SSS participants who need tutoring or help in English, science, or mathematics will be assigned a tutor by the Academic Advisement Specialist within the subject requested.

Come prepared with all necessary materials (i.e., class notes, assignment guidelines, textbooks, writing drafts, flash drive, calculator, etc.).

Be an active participant in the tutoring session.

 All tutoring is offered to SSS participants free of charge.

Grant Aid Scholarship

The Academic Advisement Specialist can help participants complete financial aid paperwork, offer updates on scholarships, and provide timely information regarding the financial aid process. Student Support Services also provides financial aid workshops each year.

To maintain your status as an active Student Support Services participant and to be eligible for textbook loans, student travel, and grant awards, you must have the following:

• Minimum of (10) contacts each semester
• Meet with TRIO SSS Academic Advisement Specialist
• Meet with SSS tutors
• Attend Academic/Financial Workshops
• Be in good academic standing
• Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or greater.
• Have prior enrollment
• Be an active participant for two semesters

Scholarships

Letters of Recommendation

Become a Tutor

Interested in tutoring students on academic subjects, helping solve problems, and offering support?

Sign Up Here to become part of our SSS tutoring team.

Fill out the following form, and someone on our team will contact you if you meet the qualifications to apply to become a tutor.

Qualifications

• Student Support Services (SSS) is looking for qualified students who…
  • Have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Have completed at least 30 credit hours
  • Have a grade of “A” or “B” in the subject content being tutored
  • Have tutoring experience (preferred)
  • Communicate well with students, faculty, staff, and small groups
  • Are ethical (keep students’ information confidential)
  • Are excellent motivators
  • Are excellent communicators—use active listening techniques
• Tutor Job Duties
  • Tutor students on academic subject(s) at SSS by furnishing information, helping solve problems, offering support, suggesting study tips and strategies, and making referrals when appropriate
  • Serve as a resource person for other SSS staff members
  • Promote and market SSS services
  • Help to create and maintain an effective learning environment at SSS
  • Develop an awareness of diverse cultures and their unique needs
  • Be familiar with other academic support programs on campus
  • Know when and how to refer students to other resources (professional staff or outside help)
  • Be familiar with and support SSS and its policies
  • Attend training sessions
  • Be familiar with many study skills (note-taking, time management, test-taking skills, etc.)

SSS Student Ambassadors is comprised of SSS participants interested in leadership. Members will have a voice in planning SSS trips, workshops, and projects, and will serve as ambassadors for Student Support Services at UAPB and in the community. Students interested in participating as an SSS Ambassador should contact Donna M. Mooney, TRIO Director, in Corbin Hall, Room 207