Student Success Services

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At Laurier, Student Success is for everyone! Our team provides academic skills support in the areas of numeracy, studying, and writing. We also offer one-on-one appointments, programs and workshops to help you succeed in your course work. We understand that academic life can be challenging, and this is why we're here. We’ve created a wide variety of programs and resources for you to thrive at university, from your first day through to graduation.

Areas of Support

Our three units offer multiple professional and peer-led programs that empower student learning and academic success:

Math and Course Support

Access dedicated support for your coursework through mathematics, statistics, quantitative programs and Supplemental Instruction (SI).

Study Skills

Develop the learning skills you need to excel in your academic studies through our appointments, workshops, programs, and online resources.

Writing Support

Learn writing strategies that help you grow as a student and critical thinker through our appointments, workshops, programs, and online resources.

Appointments

Student Success professional and student staff are available to meet with you in person and virtually.

To log into the Student Success Portal use your Laurier credentials without the @mylaurier.ca section of your email (i.e., smit1234 + your regular Laurier password).

Book an Appointment

Appointment Types

Get help or support for:

exam preparation (50 minutes)
peer academic coaching (25 minutes)
math and/or statistics (30 minutes)
study skills (50 minutes)
time management (30 minutes)
writing (50 minutes)

Guidelines

The following guidelines help us to provide you with effective and efficient services.

Cancellations and Missed Appointments

You must cancel your appointment four hours in advance. If you repeatedly miss appointments, your access to the Student Success Portal will be limited. You can connect with studentsuccess@wlu.ca if you cannot access the Portal because of frequent missed and cancelled appointments.

Number of Appointments

We encourage you to book Study Skills appointments as needed. Your consultant will work with you to determine an appointment schedule that adequately meets your goals and their availability.

Writing appointments are limited to eight per term for Graduate Students and 10 per term for Undergraduate students and no more than one appointment per day. You may have no more than two appointments per assignment. We encourage you to book with multiple tutors to gain multiple perspectives on your work.

Hours and Locations

Check your Laurier email for the exact office location or Teams meeting link for your appointment.

Writing Tutor Appointments: In-person or virtual, must book through the Student Success Portal
- Appointments are avalible 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday. Please check the Student Success Portal for current appointments.
Brantford, in-person:
- One Market, Student Commons. Proceed to the Consultant or Coach’s office.
Waterloo, in-person:
- 2nd floor of Peters building, check in at the reception desk.
- For course support, proceed to Lazaridis Hall LH1018 or Bricker Academic BA104.
Milton, Virtual:
- Follow virtual appointments details below. Check your Laurier email for a link to a Teams meeting.
Virtual appointments: Book your appointment with the Student Success portal and check your Laurier email for a link to a Teams meeting. Virtual appointments are not drop-in at this time.

Quick Links

Student Success Portal Assignment Planner Laurier 101 ASPIRE

Work for Student Success

Help your fellow students grow their numeracy, studying, and writing skills while gaining professional experience in student affairs. Student Success offers ongoing mentorship and training for student staff as peer tutors and coaches.

You can apply for available positions through Navigator.