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Department of Student Support Services
Learning Assistance Services (LAS), a department within Student Support Services, provides a comprehensive array of academic support services, including courses, workshops, individual and group tutoring, and advising. The goal of Learning Assistance Services is to assist students in becoming more independent and efficient learners so that they are able to meet the University's academic standards and to attain their personal educational goals. Placement Testing During orientation, all new undergraduate and transfer students are assessed for competence in writing and mathematics. Placement scores, SAT scores and a review of each incoming student's previous coursework are considered. Those students who do not meet the University's predetermined criteria are placed into an appropriate developmental mathematics course, Writing Tutorial Course (LAC 010), or both. Students are assigned a mathematics placement level as follows:
Students are assigned a writing placement level as follows:
Tutoring Learning Assistance Services offers professional and peer tutoring to support undergraduate students in their coursework. Additionally, writing support is available to students on an as-needed basis. Peer tutors receive specialized training and many of them are certified by the College Reading and Learning Association. Tutors' regularly scheduled hours are posted in the Learning Assistance Center as well as on the LAS website. English as a Second Language (ESL) Students who come to UNE with English as a second language are provided academic guidance and support, including ESL courses. Students should contact the LAS office (extension 2586) for more information. Individual Consultation A learning specialist is available (by appointment) to meet with students seeking assistance with their specific course demands. Consultation regarding learning styles, note-taking skills, active reading skills, time management skills, and test-taking skills is also available. Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances. While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements. Back to Top |
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