USING ACADEMIC RESOURCES:
You are able to ask for help and access all the resources you need to meet your academic goals.
THIS SKILL IS GOOD TO PRIORITIZE IF…
You get nervous about asking for help.
You don’t know what is available but you hear people talking about speaking to their Professor, Writing Coach, Success Coach, Research Librarian etc.
You are uncertain about what courses to take next semester and how it all fits together but not sure who to ask.
You feel like you are studying alone.
STEP 2: TRY THIS!
Office Hours – Use Them
- Meet with your Professor during their office hours, just to get to know them so that asking for help becomes easier.
- Ask questions in class, chances are you’re not the only one with the same question.
Meet Your Support Team
- Check out the TWU Learning Commons for support.
- Book an appointment with a Writing Coach to work on a paper.
- See a Success Coach to talk through your academic goals and/or struggles.
Just Do It
- Reflect and journal on what stops you from asking for help, then ask yourself is this realistic? What would I say to a friend who was saying these things?
- And then reach out, we’re here for you!
STEP 3: MAKE THIS A HABIT – SOME IDEAS TO GET YOU STARTED
1
Get into the habit of asking questions regularly in class – raise your hand,
If you’re uncertain, chances are others are too. Try asking questions 1x week.
2
In the next month, engage two academic resources available to you.
3
When asking for help, be prepared. Identify the specific point you’re struggling with, get clear on what their support can do for you.
If it helps, write out your questions so you don’t forget.
4
- Regularly participate in a study group/support group
- Identify 3 people who are desirable to work with (serious about their studies) and see if a group can form.
5
Confide in a friend/ family member/ mentor/classmate on how your academic experience is going – seek their advice.