Thursday, January 12, 2012

Welcome Back

Written by Laura McGehee, Marketing Intern

Another semester of friends, food, and fun is upon us, but let’s not forget the reason we attend the University of Kentucky- to learn!  Classes have changed and a whole new set of challenges awaits you, but Academic Enhancement is here to help with a variety of services to meet your needs.

1.      Free Peer Tutoring Program- Feel like a certain class may be difficult or tricky this semester? Come in to The Study to work with our certified tutors to learn material, finish homework, and prepare for quizzes and tests.  We are open Sunday 6-10pm, Monday-Thursday 3-10pm, and Friday 12-5pm.  Students can visit our website for more information or just drop by during our hours!
The Study has also expanded its tutoring space and will provide tutoring for in the promenade area by the stairwell when coming up from Starbucks. You may also notice the new check-in desk as well!
2.      Free Individual Academic Consultations- Students meet with a learning specialist and talk about topics related to learning and academic success.  Topics can include: critical reading skills, time management, exam prep, stress management, general study skills, organizational skills, and more! To sign up:
a.       Log in to myUK and click on “My Info”
b.      Click on “myAppointments”
c.       Select “The Study”
d.      Choose the type of consultation you want to attend and a date and time that works for you!
3.      GRE Prep Courses-We offer both Math and Verbal sections of the GRE.  Each course includes two full-length practice exams and additional study materials.  In this course, participants will learn how to approach the exam’s structure, focus on test taking strategies, and complete a practice exam and practice questions.


For more information on our services here at Academic Enhancement, visit our website www.uky.edu/AE.  Happy studying and good luck this semester!

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