Resources for Faculty and Staff

We rely on our partnerships with faculty and staff to connect students with academic support and learning resources. The information and resources below are meant to help you refer students to Learning Assistance services that can help students gain academic skills applicable across disciplines.

Explore the sections below to learn more about how to refer a student, request a workshop or class visit, consult about a student’s academic challenges, and more!

Connecting Students to Learning Assistance

Help students find the right support at the right time. Learn about the services offered through Learning Assistance, when and how to encourage students to use them, and best practices for making referrals.

Outreach Requests

Bring Learning Assistance into your class, department, or student group. Request presentations, workshops, or customized programs on topics such as study strategies, time management, exam preparation, note-taking, metacognition, and other academic success skills.

Sample Communication Templates

Access ready-to-use language for syllabi, Canvas announcements, emails, and classroom reminders that encourage students to take advantage of academic support throughout the semester.

Faculty & Staff Consultation

Whether you have concerns about an individual student, want to discuss learning challenges you’re seeing in a course, or are looking for ways to better support your students, we’re happy to consult with you.

Share an Idea

Have an idea for a workshop, resource, collaboration, or new service? We welcome suggestions from faculty and staff as we continue to develop programs that meet the evolving needs of students and the campus community.

Faculty & Staff FAQs

Find answers to common questions about Learning Assistance services, student referrals, programming, and more.

Tutor & Peer Coach Recommendations

Learn more about our eligibility criteria for tutor and peer coach applicants and submit a recommendation form for a student who you would recommend for the role.