ACADEMIC AND TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMS Southern provides its students with an intentional blend of support programs, opportunities and services designed to help them successfully become acclimated to college and maximize their personal development and long-term success. These departments include the Academic Success Center, Disability Resource Center, New Student and Sophomore Programs, University Access Programs and Veterans and Military Programs. For more information about the university’s academic and transitional support programs, please contact Dr. Christopher Catching, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs at 203-392-5556; catchingc1@SouthernCT.edu.
Academic Success Center Located on the 3rd floor of Buley Library, the Academic Success Center provides services to help students gain scholastic independence and achieve academic success. The Academic Success Center’s aim is to help students become more independent and self-motivated learners and help them master 30 ACADEMIC AND TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAMS
course material, and assist them in developing and applying effective study strategies. The Academic Success Center serves the entire student body by helping students prepare, advance, and excel. Visit the website (SouthernCT.edu/asc) for specific details regarding services. Please contact Dr. Katie De Oliveira at 203-392-5186; deoliveirak1@SouthernCT.edu.
Disability Resource Center Located in Engleman Hall C 105, the Disability Resource Center (DRC) works to fulfill Southern’s longstanding commitment to the full inclusion and equal educational opportunity for all persons with disabilities. The DRC provides services and support that promote educational equity for students with disabilities. Assistance includes arranging accommodations and auxiliary aids necessary for students with disabilities to pursue their academic careers, both in and outside of the classroom. The DRC serves all students with documented disabilities that substantially impact them in
