From helping students with coursework and orientation in the job market, to providing mental health care and services for Latinx and LGBTQ students, UNC offers a wide variety of personal and virtual resources to help them succeed.
The writing and learning center
The Writing center and the Learning center are located in SASB North on the South campus and offer a range of different services to provide students with the extra support they need.
At the writing center, students can make appointments with writing coaches to help students improve their general writing skills and assist with individual projects.
These can consist of classroom paper or any type of application essay, either for a scholarship, graduate program, or study abroad, said Kim Abels, director of the writing and learning center.
Teresa Vazquez, a junior learner in English and Political Science, said these resources would be helpful for students of all writing skills.
“I think no matter who you are, no matter what your level of expertise, it’s a resource that can come in handy,” she said.
At the learning center, students can meet with academic coaches to discuss time management and organization, exam preparation, and general study strategies, Abels said.
Abels said students can also talk to peer tutors and take part in coaching groups and workshops. The center offers support for over 100 different subjects, support for students with ADHD and other learning disabilities, and organizes long nights against deferment with the Undergraduate Library.
Simone Afriyie, a UNC 2021 graduate and a former peer tutor at the Learning Center, said both the Writing Center and the Learning Center have helpful resources on their websites.
“There are so many handouts on the websites that are incredibly helpful,” she said. “All the concepts you can think of are learning strategies, effective reading, highlighting, taking notes, things like ‘I don’t want to do a whole session for this, but I just need some advice on how to do it.'”
Information technology services
If a student ever encounters technical problems, the ITS is available.
Kate Hash, assistant vice chancellor for customer experience and engagement, said ITS will offer services for both freshmen and returning students during the summer. ITS also offers rental laptops for those who purchase their computers through the Carolina Computing Initiative.
According to Hash, it’s important for first graders to check their emails for tips on technical preparation – including setting up eduroam and troubleshooting Microsoft Office issues.
University career service
In addition to academic resources, UNC offers career services through University Career Services. Tierney Bates, UCS Interim Executive Director, said UCS helps students with more than just their resumes and cover letters.
UCS enables students to set up appointments to discuss career goals, prepare for interviews and career fairs, and learn how to use handshake and LinkedIn. Like the writing and learning center, the UCS website also has resources available.
Bates said students can also enroll for the Life-Career Design course through the Education Department to learn how to tailor their careers to their passions and skills, what questions to ask employers, negotiate a salary and understand the benefits, and can understand the culture of organizations.
Foreign office
For students interested in traveling around the world, the study abroad office provides student resources to help plan their educational trips.
Associate Dean of Study Abroad Jason Kinnear said studying abroad can have a valuable impact on students’ personal, professional, and academic growth.
“Many students attribute their experience abroad to giving them more confidence and self-confidence in pursuing their future career goals,” he said. “We encourage students to start planning their studies abroad at an early stage.”
Counseling and psychological services
The Counseling and Psychological Service, also known as CAPS, provides services for the mental health of students.
Allen O’Barr, director of CAPS, said CAPS offers individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and referral coordination.
He also said that the first year of college can be a time of transition and uncertainty for students.
“We want students to know that supporting their mental health during this adjustment is and always is our primary goal,” said O’Barr.
The Carolina Women’s Center
The Carolina Women’s Center offers programs like HAVEN workshops and resources for pregnant women at the university.
Holly Lovern, coordinator for gender violence services at the Carolina Women’s Center, said her goal is to help students, faculty, and staff who have experienced gender-based violence or harassment explore options and identify their needs and the support available to them to think through.
GVS provides free, confidential assistance and advocacy for all students, faculty, staff, and postdoctoral researchers who have experienced or been affected by gender-based violence or harassment before or during their time at Carolina.
Carolina Latinx Center
Carolina Latinx Center Director Josmell Pérez said the CLC offers Latinx students a home away from home.
“Whether you’re taking the pressure off between classes in La Sala, offering tons of opportunities to connect with Latinx-related groups, or listening to your questions or concerns about your campus experience, the CLC is a place for You, “he said.
The LGBTQ center
The LGBTQ Center offers educational, community building and direct support programs and services to promote an inclusive environment for members of the UNC Chapel Hill community of all sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Terri Phoenix, director of the LGBTQ center, said the center has a popular program called Center After Dark, where students come and connect with each other on Wednesdays from 5pm to 8pm. T said the program provides a relaxed atmosphere for LGBTQ students to exchange ideas.
For individual support, employees can meet with people to discuss topics such as identity development, relationships, and academics.
More resources
In addition to these services, the Academic Advising Program helps students orientate themselves in their major and minor subjects, university libraries help students conduct research, and Student Wellness offers a range of programs, services, and resources aimed at making healthy and positive choices Support health decisions. Security and wellbeing.
Abels, Vazquez, Afriyie, and Bates encourage all prospective freshmen to use the university’s services as they are free and easily accessible.
“The graduates tell us, ‘I wish I had come earlier,'” Abels said. “As a freshman or sophomore student, you shouldn’t hesitate to make an appointment. You don’t have to have a special reason. Just drop by or come to one of our events, we’ll be happy to see you.”
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