Academic Resources

As your course shift from in-person to online, there may be some issues that you need clarification on.  NAU Yuma has resources to support you in this transition.

· Peer Mentor: Peer mentors can schedule one-on-one online meetings to help you navigate course changes and help you develop a coherent strategy for achieving your academic goals.  As they are students themselves, they will understand the challenges you are facing, but will also be able to use their expertise to clarify lingering questions you may have.  Email: yumastudenentsuccesscenter@nau.edu  today!

· Academic Success Coordinator: Rosa Corona (rosa.corona@nau.edu) can schedule a one-on-one online meeting to assist you in adjusting your study habits.

You don’t have to do this alone, reach out and make an appointment!

· 1:1 Tutoring: Struggling in a Math or Science course? We offer free tutoring.  Email yumastudentsuccesscenter@nau.edu to schedule an appointment.

· Supplemental Instruction for Nursing Students – PathoPharm Course (Fall & Spring Semesters): Meet remotely with other lst & 2^nd semester nursing students and a Supplemental Instruction tutor each week to collectively work through course material.  Send email to yumastudentsuccesscenter@nau.edu to get a schedule of meeting times.

Be sure to check your Blackboard Lean course shell and look for updates from your professor. Remember, professors will be adapting their classes to online instruction in a variety of ways.  It is important to figure out how each of your classes will function.

Determine the following for each class:

• Will you need to log into an online session at a specific time? Or, will the professor be posting materials for students to reach/watch on their own time.
• How area assignments submitted?
• How is your professor handling quizzes and exams?
• What is the best way to ask questions? Is there an online forum or virtual office hours?

As your normal routine has changed, it is important to give your new academic experience some structure. Set up a new routine: Without your normal classes and social schedule, you will want to keep motivated and organized.  If you don’t already have a weekly or daily calendar, use a time management system like the one below.  Be sure to include time for exercise and self-care.

Weekly Time Management Planner

Studying Effectively

Be aware that you may have to alter your study habits as a result of the shift to online instruction.  Depending on your location, coffee shops and other public places may no longer be options.

Stay Focused

If you procrastinate, set goals for each study session.

Although we need to limit face-to-face contact with others, it is still critical to maintain connections with professors as well as family and friends.  It is also important to balance your coursework with hobbies and exercises

The AVID Center provides a variety of support services to help you to succeed throughout your educational journey at NAU-Yuma. Tutoring is available in the following subjects: math, science, language arts, and social studies. Mentors are available in the AVID Student Success Center to support you with post secondary strategies for your academic success.

Other resources include: computer and printer access, individual and group study area, appointment scheduling, Student Success Planning.

Mission Statement

The mission of the NAU-Yuma Writing Center is to empower NAU-Yuma students in all disciplines to become more confident, more effective writers.

The Center achieves its mission by engaging students through free, interactive onsite and online consultations. The Center’s trained, experienced writing consultants support students during all stages of the writing process.

Writing Support Hours & Location

Fall 2019 Hours of Operation

Monday 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

& 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Thursday 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.

The Writing is in AC 151 (inside the Academic Complex Computer Lab at the NAU-Yuma/Arizona Western College shared main campus, 2020 South Avenue 8E in Yuma).

Three Ways to Make an Appointment with a Writing Consultant

• Send an email request to writingcenter@nau.edu
• Call (928) 317-7088
• Stop by the Writing Center

To maximize success, students should bring all relevant materials (assignment instructions, notes, textbook, etc.) to appointments. Walk-ins are welcome, depending on consultant availability.

Online Support

To receive writing support services via email, students may send an email to nauyuma.writingcenter@nau.edu with the following required information:

• An email subject line of “Consultation Request”
• The assignment instructions, attached as a Word document, or Rich Text Format
• The current draft, attached as a Word document or Rich Text Format
• The professor’s name and the course prefix and number (i.e. BBA 305W, or PSYCH 302W, etc.)
• Request for specific assistance (i.e. help with APA format, or organization, etc.)

Students should allow up to three business days for a response, as well as sufficient time to revise a paper after receiving feedback for improvement.

Role of the NAU-Yuma Writing Center

Writing consultants provide tools and strategies to help students improve their own papers; however, consultants do not proofread, edit, or revise students’ papers. Students and faculty should be aware that not all of a student’s writing issues can be addressed during a one-hour writing consultation. Consultants may recommend follow-up appointments in order to help students strengthen writing skills over a reasonable period of time.

Assessment Center – Assessment in the content areas is a required element of the AWC/NAU articulated degree programs. These data will help target course instruction in the areas you need to focus on and help determine any support services you may need.

Student Success Appointments are available to support student with their academic needs. Students can co-construct their Student Success Plan with NAU-Yuma Student Success Coordinator who provides them with career and academic support for their individual success needs. Case managers work closely with the Student Service Center, Academic Advisors, and Faculty Mentors to support student through completion of graduation.

The University Advising team’s purpose is to guide and support students as they progress through their academic careers. Advisors assist with academic plan and sub-plan selection, course selection and sequencing, resource and tool referral, enrollment, policy interpretation, and coach students through their academic requirements and challenges. The NAU academic advising philosophy combines intrusive and appreciative advising. Using various academic advising strategies, advisors promote student growth in establishing and attaining near and long-term goals, teach and model problem solving, and help students appreciate their strengths and address their weaknesses.

The NAU Yuma Advising Center is located inside the Academic Complex (AC) Building in office 213, next to the Student Success Center.

Current NAU students can schedule an appointment with their assigned academic advisor at appointments.nau.edu/academic-advising or call 928-317-6432.

The ELD Center offers online instruction in grammar, vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and pronunciation.