Academic supports and resources to help you finish the term strong

The winter term is winding down, but there is plenty of time to connect with the many academic supports and resources available to you as a Laurier student. Whether your studies have stayed on track or veered off course, Student Success is available to help you finish the term strong. 

The following is a selection of academic supports and resources available to students at Laurier’s Brantford and Waterloo campuses. Check out the Academic Advising and Support section of the student website for more information. You can find a full listing of appointment types and workshops posted in the Student Success Portal.

Study Skills Support

Upgrade your study skills and learning strategies to help you prepare for your final exams. Connect with study skills support through one-on-one appointments with a learning consultants, attend a workshop, or check out these printable resources and videos.   

Exam Preparation Appointments

Chatting with a learning consultant – or a First-Year Peer Academic Coach if you’re in your first year – is a great way to make sure you’re on the right track and ready to write your in-person exams. Topics of conversation may include:

• Creating a comprehensive study schedule to keep you on track and taking breaks;
• Studying effectively to make the most of your study time;
• The difference between in-person and online exams;
• What you should be doing the weeks, days, night, and hours before your final exam to prepare; 
• Managing test-anxiety;
• And anything else you want to chat about!

Visit the Student Success Portal to book an appointment with a learning consultant or First-Year Peer Academic Coach.

Preparing for Finals Workshops

Looking to ace your finals? Join us for these interactive workshops to help you understand what to expect and how to prepare for finals.

• Thursday, Mar. 30 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. on Zoom (Multicampus virtual) 
• Monday, Apr. 3 from 3 – 4 p.m. on Zoom (Multicampus virtual)
• Tuesday, Apr. 4 from 4 – 5 p.m. in P224 (Waterloo in-person)
• Wednesday, Apr. 5 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. in OM207-47 (Brantford in-person)
• Wednesday, Apr. 5 from 4 – 5 p.m. on Zoom (Multicampus virtual)
• Thursday, Apr. 6 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. on Zoom (Multicampus virtual)

Visit the Student Success Portal to register for a workshop.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) Sessions – Waterloo-Specific

SI Final Exam Review sessions enhance your studying and are your opportunity to ask any outstanding questions about course material. Please note: times and dates are subject to change and students should refer to the News Item and Zoom Meetings pages within the SI MyLearningSpace page to confirm dates and times. Exam review sessions do not count for bonus marks.

Current SI Sessions

Writing Support  

Help your ideas take shape and communicate them clearly with writing supports designed for you. Our regular schedule of one-on-one writing appointments and workshops are running all the way until exams. Writing appointments fill quickly; book sooner than later to avoid disappointment. 

Writing Essay Exams

• Friday, Mar. 31 from 1 – 2 p.m. (Multicampus virtual)
• Tuesday, Apr. 11 from 2 – 3 p.m. (Multicampus virtual)

Visit the Student Success Portal to register for a workshop or book an appointment with a writing consultant. 

Math and Statistics Support  

From formulas and statistics to computer coding and algebra, the Mathematics and Statistics Support team can support your number needs.  

Supports and resources include: 

• Drop-in support: Connect with a senior undergraduate student for one-on-one peer assistance. Multiple in-person and virtual options available for students at the Brantford and Waterloo campuses. 
• One-on-one consultations: Chat one-on-one with professional support staff. 
• Course-specific assistance: Through directed homework sessions (100-level courses) and problem sessions (200-level courses), you can make sure you’re keeping up with course material and understanding the concepts that are taught. 

Mock Exams 

Get a golden start on your finals by taking mock exams and attending review sessions, available for the following 100-level math courses. 

Current Mock Exam Schedule

Visit the Student Success Portal to register for a workshop or book an appointment with a math and statistics staff member. Check out the Math and Stats MyLearningSpace course page for more information and links to virtual sessions.

Mark Your Calendars: Keep Calm and Study On 

Keep Calm and Study On is back from Apr. 3 - 6 with four days of events, resources, and giveaways to help you prepare for finals. Check out the Keep Calm and Study On webpage for a full list of events and follow @laurierstudentsuccess on Instagram for daily updates and giveaways.