West Chester University Athletics Academic Mentoring Program
AMP
The Mentoring Program exists to provide a service to student-athletes who may be at-risk academically, or are deemed to be in need of services to help to navigate academics at the college level. Graduate level mentors will meet with student-athletes to assist them in both utilizing existing university resources and also to monitor their academic progression throughout the semester. Ideally, all issues and concerns that may hinder academic progress will be addressed during the semester so that these student-athletes are in the best position to succeed.
Academic mentors are graduate-level student staff of the Athletics Department, who meet with student-athletes in the program once per week following an academic mentoring protocol. The mentors do not serve as academic advisors, but rather focus on ways to improve academics, time management, navigating college, and how to advocate. The mentors maintain contact with coaches and professors in order to gain an understanding of each student-athlete's academic situation.
All student-athletes agree to have their academics reviewed by the mentors and coaches. These students must obtain a tutor from the LARC or utilize the writing center on an on-going basis. They must attend all weekly sessions but are able to attend outside sessions in appropriate areas facilitated by the mentors if available to substitute for the session. Student-athletes are expected to be honest and responsible as a participant in the program.
Any questions regarding the Academic Mentoring Program can be directed to Faculty Director of Academic Mentoring Program Dr. Sami Abdel-Salam at sabdel-salam@wcupa.edu.
SAS Academic Workshops
Each year the Student Athlete Success Program presents events and workshops aimed at assisting all student-athletes with their academics. In collaboration with the Learning Access and Resource Center as well as the office of Student Success, SAS is able to use university resources and expertise to best serve the student-athletes.
WCU Academic Success Workshop Videos:
These workshops are designed and facilitated by success coaches who are graduate students working with the University College.
Topics include digital learning success, motivation and reducing procrastination, finals prep, active textbook reading, test taking, note taking and goal setting.
Don't Put This Workshop Off Until Tomorrow: Time Management Strategies
Learn how to capitalize on motivation and reduce procrastination.
Self-Care Workshop
Discuss the importance of sleep, positivity, nutrition, and the importance of treating yourself.
Digital Learning Success
Learn how to navigate online learning to make the most of your semester.
Finals Prep
Learn strategies to help deal with one of the most stressful times of the year.
