Academic Support Resources
Utilizing Campus Resources
Depending on your situation, one or more of the following campus resources may help with addressing your academic challenges. We encourage you to pursue all avenues that may help support you.
Academic Resources
- If you are experiencing difficulty in a course that offers supplemental instruction Links to an external site. (e.g., PSY 101), be sure to attend SI sessions to receive additional support for the course.
- We also encourage attending office hours and speaking with the professor and/or TA to receive feedback on how you can improve in the course. Most teaching assistants and professors are supportive and interested in fostering your success.
- Although our office does not offer tutoring services, certain students may have access to tutors for some Psychology classes (e.g., student-athletes, EOP). Creating study groups with students in your class is often another method of increasing your engagement in course material.
- Take advantage of the Writing Center Links to an external site. and Math & Stats Learning Center Links to an external site., if applicable.
- For students interested in pursuing a pre-health program (e.g., dentistry, medical school), we encourage you to connect with the Health Professions Advising Office Links to an external site.!
Resources for Housing, Food, Finances & More
Outside situations that students experience can impact their academic success. If students need help meeting basic needs or with a challenging circumstance that has arisen, the following offices may be able to provide some relief.
- Economic Crisis Response Team (ECRT) Links to an external site. "aims to bridge the gap in resources for students experiencing immediate food, housing, or unforeseen financial crises that impact student success. ECRT supports students through crisis by leveraging a campus-wide collaboration that utilizes on and off-campus partnerships and provides direct referrals based on each student’s unique circumstances. ECRT empowers students to identify and access short- and long-term, sustainable solutions in an effort to successfully graduate from SDSU."
- CARES (Campus Assistance, Response, Evaluation and Support) Team Links to an external site. "helps provide support and resources to students going through challenges. They address concerns about students experiencing or causing distress that interferes with learning, development, and success, and ensure that they are connected to appropriate resources. Examples include addressing issues that may present barriers to students' personal and academic success, such as food and housing insecurity, emotional distress, health concerns, or other personal challenges. The CARES Team also responds to referrals involving individuals that may be exhibiting concerning behaviors that may be disruptive, erratic, or threatening. The role of the CARES Team is to provide a supportive resource for students, address student concerns, and maintain a safe campus environment."
Further Academic & Other Support Resources
Faculty Advancement and Student Success Links to an external site.
Student Disability Services Links to an external site.
Testing Services Links to an external site.
Center for the Advancement of Students in Academia (CASA) Links to an external site. – This webpage provides list of scholar programs by student rank.
Cultural Centers Links to an external site. – This webpage provides a list of cultural resource centers.
Well-Being and Health Promotion Links to an external site. – This webpage provides a list of centers and resources that aim to increase students' well-being and health, as well as provides information and resources to help with food and economic insecurity.
Counseling and Psychological Services Links to an external site. – This webpage provides a list of services, such as individual counseling, couples counseling, group therapy, workshops, specialized programs, and appointments with Baxter, C&PS’ therapy dog.
Student Financial Center Links to an external site. – This site is a hub for finding information on filing for financial aid, how to apply for scholarships, and questions about your student account.