Managing Academic Difficulties

Because college differs from high school, there may be times during the first semester when a student is disappointed in a grade earned. Even students who may have been at the top of their high school class may struggle a bit. Encourage your student to seek help through BW resources.

Talk with Professors and Advisors

For many students, the best way to alleviate academic frustrations is to meet with their professors. Contacting professors and setting up appointments to discuss concerns can be useful and proactive in helping students stay on track in their classes.

Likewise, academic advisors can help students with general issues, such as dropping courses as well as with serious ones, including first-year Mid-Term Warnings about grades.

Visit the Center for Academic Success and Achievement

The BW Center for Academic Success and Achievement (CASA) supports and strengthens the academic experience of students through learning resources and services like tutoring, and reading and writing support.

Utilize Other Campus Resources

The BW Career Center can help first-year students navigate the career development process through individual assessment, career advising and other resources. The center offers one-on-one career advising, group programs and events, print materials and web-based tools.

Other campus resources include the Counseling Center and, for students with documented disabilities, BW's Office of Accessible Education.