Academic Support Programs
Academic Support Programs
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.
Contact Us:
(802) 656-4075
or e-mail Ellen McShane, Director.
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