Learning Assistance includes the following programs:
One on One Sessions
Individual sessions are provided for students who want to fine-tune their study approaches or to develop skills in a particular area. We conduct learning style assessments, recommend effective study skills, and coach students in applying proven academic strategies in their classes.
Tutoring Services
The Learning Center provides tutoring for several courses including one or more classes in the following disciplines:
We offer interactive workshops on a variety of topics of interest to students, including sessions on:
Time management Improving reading strategies Effective review Test-taking methods
Group Study Opportunities
Facilitated Study Groups are peer-led and coordinated with specific courses. In the sessions, students explore course concepts, practice problem solving, and learn study approaches in a collaborative setting.
Language Conversation Groups are peer-led and focus on the practice of conversational speaking.
Our Values
The Staff of Student Academic Services
Welcomes all students and cares for each as a valued member of the Seattle University community
Attends to the development of the whole student with positive support
Provides high quality services, programming and resources for students
Improves programs continuously through assessment and evaluation
Appreciates and promotes diversity and justiceValues the unique gifts and work style of each staff member
Commits to an open and honest working and learning staff community
Contributes to decision-making discussions and listens to the voices of others
Enjoys collegiality based on mutual care and fun
Values student workers and develops their leadership potential
Works collaboratively in campus-wide partnerships
Promotes Seattle University’s mission, vision, and goals
