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Self-Assessments
Try these free quizzes and handouts to find what study skills, majors and careers might be best for you.  Contact a success coach to talk about the results.

Human Metrics Personality Quiz

My Career Options Quiz

Study Skills Assessment [PDF]

My Learning Style [PDF]

Learning Strategies [PDF]

Maintaining My Motivation [PDF]

College Reading and Writing Tips
 Check out these suggestions for improving your academic writing and reading comprehension. Remember to use the citation style specified by your professor, and contact the Academic Resource Center for more help.

A Guide To Writing College Papers

The Purdue Online Writing Lab
(includes APA and MLA citation)

Citations in Chicago Style

Reading and Comprehension Strategies

Time Management Tools

How I Spend My Time [PDF]

Blank Weekly Calendar [PDF]

Semester Grade Tracker [PDF]


 
Your Four-Year Path to Career Success!
Student Success Tips
• Attend class!
• Read your syllabus.
• Respect your professors and your fellow students.
• Take ownership of your learning—take notes, ask questions, get to know your professors
• Set goals.
• Get involved outside of the classroom.
• Ask for help when you need it!
• Be prepared and manage your time—always plan ahead.
• Explore your course of study and career options.
• Complete an internship or practicum.
• Be ambitious, curious, and positive!
Inspire: The newsletter of USM's Campus Ministry
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USM News Release
July 20, 2010

University of Saint Mary Establishes Office for Student Success
With the start of the Fall 2010 semester fast approaching, the University of Saint Mary is rolling out a new program designed to ensure that all incoming students achieve the highest possible level of academic success. [ More ]

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