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ACADEMIC RESOURCES
Library Research/Finding Journal Articles & Books. I recommend that you use either Sociological Abstracts or Web of Science databases, or Google Scholar. Library SuperSearch is useful to find a specific article or book.
Writing Tutors. I recommend that students in this course make use of the writing tutors available through the Writing Program. Most tutors are located at the PLTC, Clapp Library, 3rd floor; check the website for the schedule, and to book a time online. As the website notes, “The tutors' goal is to help students generate, organize, revise, and improve their writing. Tutors will look at work at any stage of the writing process. In fact, you can meet with a tutor before you've even written a draft just to brainstorm ideas for a paper. While tutors will work with you to address problems of grammar or usage, they will not proofread your paper or correct mistakes for you.”
Academic Tutors. The PLTC (Pforzheimer Learning and Teaching Center) offers a variety of resources, including a variety of tutors and APTs (Academic Peer Tutors).
English as a second language. The English Language Resource Center (ELRC) is a drop-in center for students who speak English as a second language. The Center offers on-on-one tutoring focusing on language usage, including grammar, pronunciation, word choice, and reading comprehension, as well as other aspects of oral and written expression. Visit their webpage for information about hours and location, or to make an appointment.
OTHER CAMPUS RESOURCES
Diminished emotional wellbeing, including significant stress, mood changes, excessive worry, or problems with eating and/or sleeping can interfere with optimal academic performance. If this is from your course work in this class, please speak with me after class or during office hours about accommodations or resources. If more than one course is being affected, or personal issues are affecting your coursework, please talk to your Class Dean, who can work with you and your professors to support your academic performance.
If problems with relationships, family worries, loss, or a personal struggle or crisis are affecting your emotional wellbeing, you may speak to a counselor at The Stone Center, which offers counseling services for students who wish to speak with a professional about matters affecting their daily lives. Licensed clinical staff includes psychologists, social workers, a psychiatrist, and a clinical nurse practitioner.
In September and October, health services will be provided by the College. Starting November 1st, the College is partnering with Newton-Wellesley Hospital for Health Services. This FAQ explains what those changes will mean.
In addition, the Department of Intercultural Education provides support geared to the needs of students of African, Asian, and Latinx descent, as well as LBGTQ students. The Office of Religious and Spiritual Life provides celebration and support for students from over 15 religious and spiritual traditions. Slater International Center works with the Slater International Student Organization and other offices and departments at Wellesley College to provide a variety of services to support international students and scholars.
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