Time management and planning are essential in order to be successful in college and life in general. The following tips have been provided to assist you with this process:
Many students find college coursework much more challenging than high school. You may have been able to “wing” your assessments and papers in high school, but that is not likely at the college level. The study tips and resources below should assist with navigating difficult coursework.
Studying 101: Study Smarter Not Harder
Nothing takes the place of studying, but even if you have studied, there are test taking strategies you can employ that will make you more successful.
Source: Wichita State University Study Tips and Test Taking Techniques
Winthrop University provides multiple on-campus resources to guide you on your quest to wellness.
Off Campus Resource:
NAMI: NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
View WU classrooms and laboratories to explore class layouts, navigation, and inventories
CDI's Career Development provides resources and programs for Winthrop students and alumni to develop the necessary skills to conduct effective career searches and make informed career decisions. Services include career guidance, professional development workshops, résumé critiques, mock interviews, internship assistance, employment fairs, and an employment databank, Handshake, where students and alumni can search for part time, internships, full time or volunteer opportunities.
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.
The South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department (SCVRD) prepares and assists eligible South Carolinians with disabilities to achieve and
maintain competitive employment.
The South Carolina Commission for the Blind (SCCB) helps blind and visually impaired residents of our state gain independence and take
advantage of opportunities for financial advancement.
The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) provides assistive technology resources and expertise to South Carolina residents
with disabilities. Resources are also available to help family members, employers
and support providers who help those with disabilities.
The OA Student Handbook (PDF-353K) was created to inform students with disabilities about support services and resources available on and off Winthrop’s campus. It outlines student’s rights and responsibilities related to disability accommodations. This handbook is updated periodically in anticipation of the upcoming academic year.
Please review this handbook thoroughly. If any questions about student rights, student responsibilities, or OA procedures, please contact OA at 803/323-3290 or by e-mail at accessibility@winthrop.edu.
The New Semester Student Checklist (PDF_45.8KB) is a tool for you to use throughout the academic year. If you need this document in a different format, please contact OA staff.
The Academic Success Center (ASC) offers FREE peer tutoring for several courses that include select BIOL, CHEM, MATH, and PHYS classes.
Mathematics Tutorial Center: Department of Mathematics at Winthrop
CSCI 101 Labs Tutoring and CBA Tutoring: College of Business Administration
Chemistry: Department of Chemistry, Physic, and Geology