Division of Student Success
Student Success Express
Building on efforts to eliminate barriers and support scholars’ exploration and growth, the Division of Student Success offers Student Success Express, an initiative that expands access to essential resources and services.
How it works
Through extended weekday hours, Student Success Express provides greater flexibility for students to engage with academic advising, tutoring, career development, One Stop, and other key support services throughout the semester.
Students are encouraged to visit the Ground Floor of Hodges Library from 5 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday to meet with a Student Success staff member, discuss their needs, and develop a personalized plan for success. Various offerings will be available from Student Success offices and campus partners:
- Meet with a Student Success staff member to have an informal discussion about school, academic needs, and other support-related topics.
- Chat with One Stop representatives to answer financial questions and identify next step solutions.
- Schedule follow-up appointments for more specialized support, as needed.
- Engage in a variety of workshops. Check out the full schedule below or on Vol Connect.
Offices and partners you can meet
Academic Advising
Get help with general academic advising, majors, registration, and related concerns.
Academic Success Center
Academic coaches are available every evening during regular Student Success Express hours.
Real Talk
Senior Vice Provost for Student Success Amber Williams welcomes scholars during Real Talk, open office hours on select Student Success Express dates. Meet with the senior vice provost, share your thoughts, and strategize your best path forward towards success.
Center for Career Development & Academic Exploration
Career development workshops are offered throughout the semester, with a variety of topics, days, and times. Career coaching is also available through drop-in hours or appointments scheduled on Vol Connect. Check the CCDAE calendar for upcoming workshops and updates.
One Stop
Assistance with enrollment, academic records, and financial aid, including help navigating payments and other related needs.
Undergraduate Research & Fellowships
Seminars on getting started in undergraduate research and building on it, fellowships writing retreats, and research and fellowships advising on the first Wednesday of each month.
University Honors
Honors scholars who need additional coaching can join Honors Coaching on the first Wednesday of each month.
Career development workshops
Have career-related questions or want to build your career skills? Attend a career development workshop to get practical guidance, explore career topics, and prepare for what’s next.
Try it to know it: exploring majors and careers through experience
Tuesday, August 25, 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.
Student Union 225
Vol Edge: what’s everyone talking about (and how to start)
Wednesday, August 26, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Student Union 229
Networking smarter, not harder
Monday, August 31, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Virtual
Interviewing with confidence
Tuesday, September 1, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Student Union 262B
Resumes and cover letters that get noticed
Wednesday, September 9, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Virtual
How to crush a job fair: advice from employers
Monday, September 14, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Virtual
What is VOLIntern?
Tuesday, September 15, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Student Union 262A
Search smarter: job and internship search
Wednesday, September 16, 5:20 to 6:20 p.m.
Virtual
Grad School 101: prepare for the pre-law fair
Monday, September 21, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Virtual
Research workshops
Interested in undergraduate research? The Getting started in undergraduate research and Leveraging your research workshops are hosted in the Hodges Library 213 classroom.
Register for research workshops
Getting started in undergraduate research
Wednesdays, 5 to 6 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
September 2, October 7, November 4, and December 2.
Leveraging your research
Wednesdays, 6 to 7 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
September 2, October 7, November 4, and December 2.
Topic-based workshops
How to write an abstract
Tuesday, August 25, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
Basic poster design workshop
Tuesday, September 1, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
Grad Accolade info session
Tuesday, October 27, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
Off campus summer research opportunities
Tuesday, November 3, 5 to 6 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
URF grant application workshop
Tuesday, November 10, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Hodges Library 213
Visit us in Hodges Library
Find Student Success Express on the Ground Floor of Hodges Library from 5 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday throughout the semester. Meet with a Student Success staff member, discuss your needs, and develop a personalized plan for success.