Academic Support Zone
Please be advised that the Student Success Centre, the Career Zone and the Academic Support Zone’s physical locations are closed and all Student Success Centre appointments, workshops, tutoring etc. will continue to be delivered remotely until further notice. Our staff is available by phone at (807) 343-8018 or by email at ssc@lakeheadu.ca to assist you with any Student Success Centre related inquiries you may have. Thank you, take care, and stay safe Thunderwolves!
At the Student Success Centre, we strive to provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in your academics and your future professional career. We offer digital and print resources, workshops and events, and individual advising appointments to support your goals and help you to become a successful student. In Orillia, you can find the Student Success Centre in OR 1017. In Thunder Bay, you can find the Student Success Centre in the tunnels down the hall from the LUSU office (SC 0008).
The Academic Support Zone (ASZ) is pleased to offer free daily academic support to all students. Undergraduate group tutoring and writing assistance take place on a set weekday schedule in the ASZ. Outside of the times when academic supports are being offered, the Zone is an excellent place for quiet study and functions as a drop-in group project meeting space. Check us out in Orillia (OR 1013 - 1st floor residence building) or Thunder Bay (LI 2004 - 2nd floor of the Chancellor Paterson Library)!
Academic Prep Sessions |
Attending an Academic Prep Session is a great way to receive strategies, tips, and tricks on the topics of academic writing and integrity, effective textbook reading and note-taking, study skills and exam prep, and time management. Please select "Webinars" from the menu on the left-hand side of this page or click here to access these sessions. |
Tutoring Information |
Tutoring is regular instruction or review aimed at students to help promote independence and academic success. Our tutors have content knowledge, a desire to help others, and a positive outlook. Tutors are not homework machines, miracle workers, or your instructor. Tutoring is a two-way street where you are required to play an active role in engaging with what you're learning. As a Lakehead University student, you can access tutoring in two ways:
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Tutoring Schedule |
The tutoring schedule can be accessed via mySuccess. All tutoring takes place in the Academic Support Zone (Orillia OR 1013 - first floor of the Residence Building; Thunder Bay LI 2004 - second floor of the Chancellor Paterson Library). Everyone is welcome in the Zone. Outside of the times when academic supports are being offered, the Zone is an excellent place for quiet study. Stop by and check it out! NOTE: During the 2020-2021 school year, tutoring services are offered remotely through Zoom. You may access the link to each session via mySuccess. The ASZ is closed for student use. |
Writing Support |
We are here to help you from the planning to the publishing stage of your assignment! We are not an editing service, but we are here to guide you! Our writing coaches can help with the following:
One-to-one writing support is available through the Academic Support Zone by booking an appointment online at mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca with a Writing Coach. It is best to book an appointment well in advance of a due date. Writing appointments are designed to teach you skills, not edit your paper, and you need time to apply what you've learned! You can also access a variety of writing resources in our Resource Library below. The Academic Support Zone is where Lakehead's free academic supports take place. Everyone is welcome in the Zone. Outside of the times when academic supports are being offered, the Zone is an excellent place for quiet study. Stop by and check it out! Thunder Bay - second floor of the Chancellor Patterson library (LI 2004) Orillia - first floor of the Residence Building (OR 1013) NOTE: During the 2020-2021 school year, writing services are offered remotely through Zoom. The ASZ is closed for student use. |
Meet with a Student Success Advisor
Our Student Success Advisors can help you learn and develop important skills to maximize your education at Lakehead University. All students are welcome to book appointments with one of our advisors at any point throughout the year.
How can a Student Success Advisor help me? |
Are you unhappy with your grades? Are you not achieving the grades you need to meet your long-term goals? A Student Success Advisor can help you develop an action plan to help you get back on track. This plan can help you develop each of the skills listed below. Academic Support
Career Counselling
Co-op Advisor Meeting
Student Engagement
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How can I book an appointment with a Student Success Advisor? |
You can book an appointment with a Student Success Advisor by logging into the mySuccess portal. Once you login, select "Student Success Appointments" on the left-hand side. Review the online schedule and choose a time that fits your schedule. We look forward to helping you achieve your academic potential! |
Resource Library
Our library of digital resources is designed to offer strategies, tips, and tricks to help you succeed. You can access these below by signing into your Lakehead email address. (At our Thunder Bay campus, you can also find printed versions of our career resources outside of the Student Success Centre.)
Academic Success Resources |
*In order to access the resources below, you need to be signed into your Lakehead email account. If a "request access" link shows up, you are not signed in and must do so in order to access the resources. Academic Skills/Preparation Exam Preparation |
Writing Resources |
*In order to access the resources below, you need to be signed into your Lakehead email account. If a "request access" link shows up, you are not signed in and must do so in order to access the resources. Writing Specifics Developing an Outline (University of Toronto) Types of Papers and Genres Types of Essays (University of Toronto) Writing an Annotated Bibliography (University of Guelph) Writing Lab Report (University of Toronto) Writing a Literature Review (University of Guelph) Writing a Book Review (University of Guelph) Graduate School Personal Statements (Trent University) Writing Centre Resource Library (University of North Carolina) Reference Style Guides: AMA (OWL at Purdue) APA (Curtin University PDF Reference Guide) APA (OWL at Purdue) ASA (OWL at Purdue) Chicago (OWL at Purdue) Chicago (University of Manitoba) CSE (Dalhousie University) MLA (OWL at Purdue) NRMT (Lakehead University) Lakehead University Library Research Guide |
AIM (Academic Integrity Matters) |
Academic Integrity Matters (AIM) is a resource to help support academic skills, knowledge, and strategies that are essential to being a university student. Each module consists of a combination of short text-based resources and videos to enhance your learning. After completing each module, you will receive a certificate of completion. Please use the following instructions to access the AIM training modules: 1. Please go to http://mycourselink.lakeheadu.ca/ 2. Log into MyCourselink using your Lakehead username and password. 3. Under the "Support" menu on the right-hand side of your screen, click the "Self-Registration" link. 4. Click the "Academic Integrity Matters (AIM)" link and complete the self-registration. 5. Complete the modules and then download your certificate of completion. (Note: your certificate make take up to 5 minutes to appear after successful completion). |
Beyond the Spellchecker (Improve spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, and style in your writing) |
While 'autocorrect fails' may provide a laugh or two, there is no joke about it when it comes to addressing problems with your writing. There are many free or low-cost options available for students to utilize in order to improve spelling, grammar, punctuation and style. The Lakehead University Teaching Commons has put together a list that is worth checking out! |
Online Learning |
Visit lakeheadu.ca/onlinelearning for a comprehensive list of resources to assist you. |