Services

Study Table

Student athletes are encouraged to develop an individualized study program that includes a variety of study activities appropriate to their course schedule that will develop independent learning styles.  Students may use:

• Campus computer labs (which are available for use to all students)
• Learning Center support (tutors, supplemental instruction, or workshops)
• Academic departmental study sessions
• Library and research activity
• Consultation with faculty
• Quiet, supervised study

All of the above are monitored by Academic Support Services staff.  Participation may be determined by the coach, our staff, or self-initiated by the student.  A weekly report of participation for each student is provided to the coaching staff on each sport. http://www.bsu.edu/sass/studytable/ 

Monitoring

Individual interviews are scheduled with students to assess academic progress and make referrals, as necessary, to campus support services.  Discussions center on developing effective time management, employing an individualized study program, selecting appropriate and measurable goals, learning to communicate effectively with faculty, and evaluating personal concerns as they affect academic success.  The goal of the program is to have each student become consistently successful academically, functioning as an independent learner.

Workshops

Introductory workshops are presented to all new matriculate student athletes.  Information is provided about:

• Academic Support Services
• Advising
• The Learning Center

In addition, the workshops address issues of time management, study skills, academic integrity, communication, test-taking strategies, goal-setting, and stress management.