The University of Vermont

Academic Support Programs

Academic Support Programs

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Our Mission

We are a community of staff and students whose purpose is to foster academic growth and equal access to education for all students through

  • Creating a welcoming, inclusive, comfortable environment;
  • Nurturing students’ identity development and personal and academic growth;
  • Being innovative and collaborative student advocates.

Core Values

In accomplishing our mission, we will be guided by the following core values:

  • Service to the UVM community by advancing student learning and success.
  • Balance of autonomy and independence in learning.
  • Diversity, social justice, and multiculturalism.
  • Respect for self and others.
  • Integrity and honesty.
  • Excellence and effectiveness in our quality of work.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Learning Cooperative offers UVM students four different services. The Writing Center, Subject-Area Tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, and Learning Skills are the four services within the Learning Cooperative. We focus on providing academic support for all students through peer tutoring programs. Since we work with students from every background, our commitment to diversity is strong.

Methods

To carry out our mission, we offer:

  • Inclusive and innovative programs and services;
  • Collaborative relationships (student/student, student/staff, staff/staff);
  • Opportunities for community and leadership; and
  • Activities to enhance academic success.

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