To get placed in academic skills coaching, hear about campus services, or devise an academic success plan.
Academic Success Navigator
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The Academic Success Navigator appointment is a great option if you don't know the ins and outs of each Academic Success Center service and want to make the most out of our offerings. You will meet one-on-one with a Navigator to share your academic goals and challenges and receive personalized referrals to ASC services and other campus resources. The Navigator will also walk you through the step-by-step processes to receive academic support, such as applying for tutoring or making an academic coaching appointment. This is also an ideal option for those who are looking for a one-time appointment to learn some study skills and access self-guided resources.
What it is:
- Individualized approach to connecting students to resources within the ASC
- Open and inviting approach to connecting directly with students
- Opportunity to make additional referrals as appropriate to other DSO/campus units (Academic Advising, SAS, Student Assistance, Student Counseling, etc.) when support beyond ASC resources may be needed
What it's not:
- This service is not meant to replace existing resources/processes that already exist on campus (academic advising, financial aid, etc.).
- This service will not replace an ongoing connection to a helping professional (i.e. mental health care).
- This service is not academic skills coaching.
Who is it for?
- Students who may need additional affirmation/confirmation of their academic support needs
- Any student who doesn't know where to begin but wants a connection to our resources
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100%
of students surveyed received help from their Navigator to set a clear plan of self-accountability.
Schedule an Appointment on Navigate
1.Click “Appointments” and then “Schedule an Appointment”.
2. Select "Academic Support" for the Care Unit.
3. Select "Academic Success Navigator" for the Service.
4.Select "Academic Success Center OR Virtual" for the Location, then choose from available days/times and schedule your appointment.
I felt like I was able to take a load off my shoulders by talking about my problems and being listened to and getting answers to them. I feel more motivated now that I have a plan and assess to different resources to try.
Meet the Team
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Coordinator for Academic Success Navigator Unit
Elizabeth Helmick
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Elizabeth Helmick
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Coordinator for Academic Success Navigator Unit
Education: B.A. (Journalism and Integrated Marketing and Communication), University of Nevada, Las Vegas; M.A. (English), Iowa State University
Passionate About: I'm passionate about writing and communication pedagogy, working one-on-one with students to support their success, and all things cat-related (I have two at home)! My research focus in graduate school was trauma and resilience within Shakespeare. I continue to bring a trauma and resilience lens to my work at the ASC.
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Academic Success Navigator - Graduate Assistant
Liz Welu
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Liz Welu
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Academic Success Navigator - Graduate Assistant
Education: B.S. (Finance), Iowa State University, 2017; M.S. (Developmental Psychology), Southern New Hampshire University, 2022; Currently pursuing M.S. & Ph.D. (Counseling Psychology), Iowa State University
Passionate About: I'm passionate about helping students become more autonomous and authentic in their academic and career pursuits in order to reach their full potential!
Hobbies: I love nature and enjoy spending time outside, finding cool rocks, and hiking with my dog. Jiu-jitsu is a big part of my life, as well, and I spend most of my free time training and competing in it. Art is cool too!