Tips for Academic Success

Tips for Academic Success

Tips for a Successful Academic Year

Rowan Global Students are busy - working, volunteering, caregiving - all while trying to achieve their education and career goals.  Start your academic year by planning for academic success and following these tips:

Get Organized

  • Discuss a realistic course load with your advisor.  
  • Register and plan for your semester early.  Discuss your schedule with work, childcare providers, and family.
  • Plan for your online classes in your weekly schedule.  Students sometimes fall behind because they simply forgot about online classes - mark them on your calendar as if they were an in-person class and remember to participate weekly.
  • Log into MyRowan at the start of your day to find the platforms you will need as a Rowan Global student, all in one place. Favorite items to keep your dashboard organized. Check out this MyRowan video tutorial. 

Communicate Often

  • If you run into trouble, reach out as soon as possible.  Advisors are there to help, but can't do so if we don't know what's going on. This video will walk you through what to expect in an advising appointment and how your academic advisor is here to help you.
  • Check your email to ensure that you are aware of deadlines, reminders, and support events.
  • Talk to your professors.  They are part of your success team and, like your advisors, can't help if they don't know what's going on.  Make use of their office hours for extra help, or to discuss any issues.  If you are struggling to meet deadlines, reach out in advance of the due date - they are more likely to grant extensions before the due date, rather than after the fact.

Find Support

  • Start a study group, either in person or online.
  • Talk to family, friends, colleagues - find those people who can help you keep motivated.
  • Connect with other students in your major through RowanCONNECT (for undergrads) and RowanNEXT (for grads). These are online communities for students. You can find a virtual tours on our YouTube channel.
  • Utilize the resources listed in this module.

Focus on the Finish

  • Keep your goal in mind - every successful class puts you one step closer to achieving your goals.  You can do it!

Rowan University Resources

Tutoring

Tutoring Services offers academic support in a variety of subjects in order to improve educational achievement. Tutoring is available free of charge to all Rowan University undergraduate students. Online tutoring is available in many subject areas. Students may self schedule tutoring appointments using the Rowan Success Network powered by Starfish.

 

Student Success Coaching

Using the Rowan Thrive Framework, the Success Coaching Program supports students with navigating their academic needs, as well as their well-being necessary to be successful at Rowan and in life. The Success Coaching Program will assist students with pertinent issues related to their college experience by focusing on the student’s individual needs and goals. Using motivational interviewing principles, coaching sessions will help students adjust to the rigors of higher education, gain a better understanding of campus resources, and develop plans for academic, and social development.

Check out the additional Study, Life, and Time Management Skills on the Success Coaching website.

Library Resources

Rowan University Libraries provide the Rowan community with access to an extensive range of resources and services, which are accessible through four physical libraries and through the Library website. Subscriptions to more than 55,000 online journals and thousands of other e-resources are available 24/7 through the Library website.

As a Rowan student, you have access to all electronic resources subscribed to by Rowan University Libraries. To use the resources, log in with your Rowan username and password.

  • Electronic Journals: Search for a specific journal title, then search within the journal.
  • Electronic Books: Campbell Library features a growing collection of e-books.  If the publisher permits, you are able to download the full text.
  • Databases: Search for a particular database by title or for a selection based on subject.

Important note: Rowan students who are enrolled in an online or off-site program, such as 3+1, are eligible for off-campus services from the Library.  

Need help with citations?

In addition to accessing online journals and printed materials, the Rowan Libraries offer Citation Management Tools to be utilized by all Rowan students:

Family Study Space: available for Rowan students, staff, faculty, and community members.

The Campbell Library is offering a new Family Study Space which is located in the children’s picture book area on the second floor of the library. There will be books, toys, games, and furnishings available to help entertain kids of all ages. The space is available at all hours that Campbell Library is open. No reservation or special arrangements are required.

An online guide to the Family Study Space is available here.  

For more information on the Rowan Libraries such as hours, locations, and additional resources, click here.

Writing Center
The mission of the Rowan Writing Center (RWC) is to create a university community of strong, confident writers and communicators. The Writing Center offers an inclusive, accessible, and supportive environment where Rowan Writing Center tutors provide opportunities that enable student writers to discover and develop effective writing and composing practices. From brainstorming ideas, organizing them, revising drafts and checking citations, the RWC and its tutors provide a comfortable environment for students to improve and succeed.

The Rowan Writing Center can assist you with: 
  • Research Papers
  • Visual Presentations
  • Public Speaking
  • Graphic Design
  • Website Development
  • Scientific Writing
  • Business and Technical Writing

Important note: Rowan Writing Center resources are available to all Rowan students. Online and off-site (3+1) students are able to schedule a live, online appointment with a Writing Center Tutor. To schedule your appointment, visit https://rowan.mywconline.com 

Contact:
856-256-4376 | writingcenter@rowan.edu 

Office of Accessibility Services

The Office of Accessibility Services provides accommodations and assistance to students with various documented disabilities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

To register with the Office of Accessibility Services, please use the Accessible Information Management system (AIM).

Contact:  successcenter@rowan.edu | (856) 256-4259

Military Services Office

The Military Services Office at Rowan University provides assistance to veterans and dependents of veterans with their education benefits. The Veterans Affairs Office also provides programming and resources for the campus community. 

If you are a current military service member, veteran, or dependent who receives tuition benefits, you must complete the paperwork required for processing your benefits with Rowan University for each upcoming semester.  To get started, contact militaryserviceoffice@rowan.edu | 856.256.4233

Counseling and Psychological Services

Counseling & Psychological Services (CPS) at Rowan University provides quality counseling for a variety of concerns to promote the psychological well-being and personal growth of a diverse student body.

The CPS staff offers its services to faculty, staff and students regarding a wide range of mental health issues impacting the Rowan community. Our staff provides confidential personal counseling and other psychological services free of charge to currently enrolled Rowan University students. The primary goal of CPS is to help students develop the necessary skills to overcome problems and experience personal growth to make the most of the educational opportunities at the university. 

Free Virtual Therapy and Counseling

Students who need mental health crisis support can access Uwill, which allows them to book an appointment with a confidential therapist in minutes.

To book an appointment, students can start by registering and completing a profile on the Uwill platform. Then, an appointment can be scheduled with a therapist of their choosing.

Appointments can be on days, evenings, and weekends and can be via video, phone, chat or message.

Counselors on the platform are licensed mental health professionals with extensive clinical experience. They have a range of specialties and can help with anxiety, stress, mood changes, relationship difficulties, poor body image, academic challenges, loneliness, and other areas.

Emergencies During Office Hours:
Visit the Rowan University Wellness Center and ask to speak with someone immediately or call 856-256-4333.

After Hours Emergencies:
Call Public Safety at 856-256-4911 and ask for Counselor on Call

Hours:
Check the Counseling Center's website for the current office hours.           

Contact:
wellnesscenter@rowan.edu | 856-256-4333

Student/Family Needs
  • Emergency Grants: Rowan University Student Emergency Assistance Funding can help students meet basic needs like food, technology, and transportation.
  • Food Pantry/Resource Center: The SHOP is open to all Rowan University students.
  • Mental Health: In addition to The Wellness Center on the Glassboro campus, regional virtual mental health resources and services may be found here.
  • The Family-Friendly Campus Initiative offers resources and events for Rowan University students who are raising children, including free or low-cost tuition at the Early Childhood Demonstration Center. 
Student Resource Guide
A comprehensive list of Rowan University resources, services, and organizations can be found here.