Academic resources
JMU wants you to succeed academically and has the resources to help you do so! Preparing for Classes q Visit your classrooms before classes begin. q Get organized! Get a calendar or planner and write down all exam dates, due dates for papers, class meetings and study sessions. q Get to know your professors by visiting them during office hours or talk to them after class. q Communicate with your academic advisor. Libraries At JMU, the Libraries supports your academic and cre- ative success. Multiple library locations offer comfortable and safe places to learn, explore and collaborate. In our makerspace, you can craft and invent with technologies including 3D printers, virtual reality, sewing machines and more. The Libraries’ knowledge- able staff and faculty are eager to help you find the tools and resources you need, whether at a service desk, via online chat, in a workshop or by appoint- ment. As you progress in your studies, you will meet your librar- ian – there is one for each major! An expert in research resources, your librar- ian can provide you with personalized support in finding, evaluating and using information for assign- ments, research projects and more. Learn more about the libraries at lib.jmu.edu. Free tutoring! The Learning Centers offer online and in-person learning assistance through the following programs: ◆ The Communication Center assists with speech preparation and practice. ◆ Multilingual Student Services assists in using your full language in all academic expression. ◆ The Science and Math Learning Center provides tutoring for introductory science and math classes.
◆ The University Writing Center offers writing consultations for all majors for writing tasks. ◆ Peer Assisted Study Sessions offer review sessions twice a week for specific supported courses. Visit jmu.edu/learning for more information. Learning Strategies Instruction LSI enhances educational outcomes for all students through training in various learning strategies. Based on strengths, weaknesses and specific class demands, these strategies are modified according to academic progress or changing needs. Visit jmu.edu/lsi for more information
and to make an appointment. Counseling Connections
Counseling Connections is a program to assist incoming students with previous or existing mental health concerns in connecting with appropriate mental health resources. Students who are currently connected with a provider are strongly recommended to maintain care with those providers. If unable to do so, e.g., limitations of licensure coverage, visit jmu.edu/counselingctr/audience-resources/ parents-family/counseling-connections.shtml to learn more or contact the Counseling Center to schedule an appointment.
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