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Academics & Support

Support

 

Sure, Wayne State offers great academic programs. But, the success experienced in our classrooms is a result of the excellent support programs students use in conjunction with their learning. When you’re a student at Wayne State, be sure to take advantage of these programs, including:

 

Academic Planning

You’ll be assigned an academic adviser who will work with you to design your course schedule and discuss your long-term goals. Your adviser will explain everything that you’ll need to know about your major and/or endorsement.

 

 

Help When You Need It

You’ll have access to some great resources whenever you need help in or out of the classroom, including:

 

Writing Assistance –The Writing Help Desk works with you to develop your academic writing skills, a great resource when you’re taking on a research project or essay.

 

Tutoring – There are several tutoring options on campus. The Learning Center offers peer tutors in nearly every subject area, and the STRIDE program offers peer tutoring for first-generation, low-income students and students with disabilities.

 

Test-Taking & Study Skills – The Learning Center can help you develop your test-taking abilities, study skills and comprehension.

 

Personal Counseling – Free counseling for everything from homesickness and stress management to eating disorders is available from a qualified on-campus counseling staff.

 

 

Planning a Major and a Career

If you need:

To choose a major - there is free counseling to help you pick appropriate classes and explore different careers.

To plan your career - we can help you figure out which careers might interest you and which major can get you there.

An internship, co-op or part-time job – our on-campus Career Services office will help you find one.

Help with interviewing skills and a résumé – Career Services is the place to go. They can also help you brush up on etiquette, too.

To attend a Career Fair – There are two large career fairs on campus each year in addition to virtual Career Fairs, too.

Help landing a job after graduation – Career Services will assist you in your job search, help you with your résumé and provide interview tips. They even arrange on-campus interviews for many employers.

 

 

Students with Unique Needs

Students with Disabilities – The Counseling Center helps students with disabilities, which includes arranging accommodations, ensuring access to class and study materials and development of learning strategies.

 

Low-income or First-Generation Students – The STRIDE (Students Taking Responsibility in Development & Education) program is both a resource and a voice for you. STRIDE offers advising, mentoring, tutoring, and plenty of fun activities throughout the year.

 

Student Athletes – The Learning Center and the Athletic Department offer mentoring and tutoring to at-risk student athletes, to help ensure success both on and off the field.