Explore Campus Resources for Students

Overview

In this section, you will explore the essential campus resources designed to support your success as a college student. These resources provide guidance in academics, personal well-being, and career development. You will be introduced to academic supports such as tutoring centers and writing labs, advising services that assist with course planning and educational goals, and wellness resources—including counseling, health centers, and accessibility services—that promote balance and well-being throughout your college journey.

By the end of this section, you will be able to identify the key resources available on campus, explain how they contribute to academic, personal, and professional growth, and apply strategies for accessing and effectively utilizing these supports.

Learn

In this activity, you will explore information on academic supports, health and wellness programs, and opportunities for community engagement. By reviewing the University of Pennsylvania’s Student Services website (Figure A), you will gain insight into how these resources foster academic success, personal well-being, and meaningful connections that build a strong sense of belonging on campus.

You will review the Student Services | University of Pennsylvania (Figure A) website linked here and below.

Apply

(Optional) Use the information you learned to complete the activity outlined below.

After reviewing the Student Services | University of Pennsylvania (Figure A) website above, please complete the following steps:

1. Create a list of at least three campus resources that you think would be most helpful to you in your college experience

2. For each resource, please reflect on the following questions:

   • What does the campus resource offer (e.g., tutoring, counseling, career advice, etc.)?

   • How could the resource support your academic, personal, or professional growth and success?

3. Choose one resource from your list and outline a specific action you could take to access it. Examples include: scheduling an appointment with a tutor or academic advisor, attending a workshop or seminar, etc.

Click the link to access Module 6 Section 03 - Identify “Tips for Success” as a First Year College Student.