Going to Class
Getting to class can be a difficult.
This means showing up for in-person classes and/or sitting in front of a computer at regular times throughout the week to do the work in online classes.
If you are struggling, assess the problem.
Do you have problems with time management?
Do you not have access to a computer and the Internet regularly?
Do you have a physical medical problem that results in your being late?
Do you have psychological symptoms of anxiety, depression, insomnia, or other things that makes attending class difficult?
Do you have family or job responsibilities that interfere with attending class?
Do you just hate going to the class?
Are there other reasons?
NOTE: If attendance is required for your classes, this can be defined as logging into Blackboard several times a week in online classes (which your instructor can monitor) or participating in a discussion board at certain times, or if your instructor provides additional information in lectures that is crucial to passing the class and you are not going to class, then you have a problem.
your resources
Time Management
Check out the Time Management section and/or the Self-Help videos on this website.
Connect with a Coach to get help.
access@pierpont.edu 304-534-7878
Computers & Internet
Click below to get information from Pierpont's Intro to College website about computer and internet resources.
Physical Problems
Depending upon the problem, you may qualify for receiving accommodations in your classes.
Contact the Office of Disability Services under Support Services for information access@pierpont.edu 304-534-7878
Psychological Symptoms
Like the physical problems above, depending upon the symptoms or diagnosis, you may qualify for receiving accommodations in your classes.
As a student, you also can meet with a licensed counselor to work with non-medicated treatments, which is covered by your College fees at no additional charge to you.
For information about accommodations or counseling, contact Support Services access@pierpont.edu 304-534-7878
Family &/or Job Responsibilities
If you are comfortable discussing these issues with your instructor, begin there.
You also can make an appointment with a counselor or a Learning Strategies Coach to brainstorm ideas and see what resources might be available under Pierpont's Parents' Place.
Support Services access@pierpont.edu 304-534-7878
Hate going to class
If you really just hate going to class, explore the reason.
If you hate all of your classes, maybe you should rethink your program choice.
Talk to your academic advisor about other options.
You can connect with Student Services' advisors 304-367-4907 for more information.
Resources
Your resources include:
Your instructor;
Other instructors that you have had and with whom you are comfortable talking;
Pierpont Support Services counselors;
Private practice counselors or physicians;
Friends and family;
Anyone whom you think can help you problem-solve.
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