The Office of Academic Success is here to assist all Hampden-Sydney students in setting and reaching your academic goals. Attending college is a wonderful opportunity that can be both exciting and confusing at times. We are here to help you develop the skills necessary for effective performance in and positive adjustment to the college learning environment. We are here to help you succeed!
Academic Counseling
Individual appointments are available to discuss academic issues and skills development. Contact us!
Academic Skills Workshops
Workshops are available throughout the semester on a weekly basis or are available by appointment for Residence Life, Athletics, Greek Life, and Student Organizations. Topics include goal-setting, time management, note-taking, reading skills, active learning, test taking and preparation, charting academic progress, and dealing with stress.
Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. in the Dupont Room of the Bortz Library (Rm 200)
4-Week Term:
Dr. Decker Presents: Majors and Careers Workshop
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
10-Week Term:
Getting Started: Goal Setting and Motivation
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Getting It Together: Procrastination and Organization
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Putting Your Skills to Work: Reading, Listening and Notetaking
Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Putting Yourself to the Test: Preparing For and Taking Final Exams
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Library Research: Developing Research Skills for Papers
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Got Deficiency Notices: Plan Your Turnaround Strategy
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Looking Ahead: Map Out Fall 2021 Courses Now
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
Worth Remembering: Improving Your Memory
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Semester Wrap-Up: Preparing for Final Exams
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Each session contains both information and discussion time. PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED!
Call Teresa Laughlin at x-6324 for more information.
The Advising Program
All freshmen and transfer students are assigned an Academic Advisor who will assist in class selection, study skills development and transition to Hampden-Sydney College. Advisors are here to help you achieve your academic and personal goals by successfully guiding you through Hampden-Sydney's academic curriculum and helping you build connections with community resources and campus & peer support services.
Pre-Term Workshops
Programs are offered before each semester to help selected students develop and improve academic skills.
Probation Program
Students on Academic Probation, those returning after Academic Suspension, and those with excessive Mid-Term Deficiencies will receive individualized assistance in improving skills and performance through Academic Counseling, specialized workshops and utilization of other campus resources.
Tutoring
Tutors are available for assistance with Biology, Economics, History, Greek, Latin, Philosophy, Psychology and Western Culture. (Tutors are available for other subjects through the appropriate academic department.) No appointment necessary!
What to bring:
- positive attitude
- course textbook and notes
- writing utensil
- specific questions which address area(s) of difficulty
- copy of the assignment (where applicable)
Office of Academic Success
Bortz Library, Rooms 231-235
Hampden-Sydney College | Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943-0685
Phone (434) 223-6286 | (434) 223-6188
Fax (434) 223-6244
E-mail lburns@hsc.edu
