Student Success
The Office of Student Success is structured to help students maximize progress and reach their educational goals. Student Success Specialists work with students individually and in groups to provide intensive guidance, ongoing support, and intrusive advising to promote engagement, retention, persistence and completion.
Academic Coaching
Academic Coaching is a collaborative and interactive process intended to assist students in making an individualized plan for achieving academic success. It provides students with the opportunity to work individually with a Student Success Specialist to enhance their academic skills, increase awareness of educational resources, gain confidence and discover motivation. Academic Coaching is available year round. Sessions may vary based on student need.
Chap Express
Chap Express is an interactive workshop offered early each semester. It is an opportunity for students requiring additional assistance to learn more about Vernon College programs and services. Chap Express is designed to guide students and equip them with the tools necessary to maximize their potential for success. Participants will connect with other students, access their VC3 accounts (Student Email, MyVC, and Canvas), determine personal learning styles, be introduced to proven study skills, learn about organizations and services, and engage in the college experience.
Peer Mentor Program
The purpose of the Peer Mentor Program is to promote the improvement of academic success, persistence and successful completion of students. Vernon College Student Peer Mentors are selected through an application process based on criteria including proven success as a student and interest in helping others. The Peer Mentor Program is designed to provide support and guidance to students as they adjust to college life. Vernon College’s Student Peer Mentors are committed to sharing their experiences to provide motivation and promote self-efficacy. Student Peer Mentors help students connect to college services and resources, find information on policies and dates, develop time management strategies, and take action regarding academic and career goals.
STEPS
Striving to End Probation Status (STEPS) is a targeted academic coaching opportunity with a Student Success Specialist. Individual participant sessions include but are not limited to goal setting and detailed discussion of tools and resources available to increase student success. STEPS is designed to include periodic progress checks throughout the semester with a Student Success Specialist.
Student Success Series
The Student Success Series provided by the Office of Student Success is workshops comprised of a variety of student success related topics (e.g. time management, note-taking, test anxiety, study skills). Workshop requests are initiated by faculty, staff or student organizations.