{"id":12415,"date":"2026-04-02T16:23:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T20:23:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/success\/?page_id=12415"},"modified":"2026-04-14T07:50:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T11:50:20","slug":"academic-preparedness","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/success\/rasc\/academic-preparedness\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Preparedness"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Academic preparedness includes understanding course expectations, using effective study strategies, and knowing how to access academic support. Students who build these skills and connections early on perform better and feel more confident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Challenges Students Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Difficulty adjusting to college-level coursework<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not knowing how to study effectively<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trouble understanding assignment instructions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling overwhelmed by workload or pace<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barriers to accessing or effectively using available academic supports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Tips You Can Try Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review each syllabus and highlight key dates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a weekly study schedule<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Break large assignments into smaller tasks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend at least one office hour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a study group for a course(s)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">URI Resources That Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Academic Enhancement Center<\/h2><p>Services include tutoring, writing support, and academic coaching.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">ACCESS ACademic support<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/tutoring\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Tutoring<\/h2><p>Provides course-specific support to help students understand material, build confidence, and strengthen academic skills.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">get tutoring support<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/writing\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Writing Center<\/h2><p>Provides individualized support for writing assignments at any stage of the writing process.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">improve your writing<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/academic-coaching\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Academic Coach<\/h2><p>Works with students to develop effective study strategies, time management skills, and academic habits that support student success.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Build Study Strategies<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/aec\/study-your-way-to-success\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Study Your Way to Success<\/h2><p>Practical tips and tools to help you manage your time, study more effectively, and feel more prepared for your exams.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Strengthen Study Skills<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/advising\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Academic Advisors<\/h2><p>Assist students with course planning, academic decision-making, and progress toward degree requirements.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">meet your advisor<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/advising\/people\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Faculty Office Hours<\/h2><p>Provides opportunities to ask questions, clarify course material, and connect with instructors.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">MEET WITH FACULTY<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/library\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Libraries<\/h2><p>Offer research support, academic resources, and quiet spaces for studying.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Use Library Resources<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Counseling Center<\/h2><p>Supports students in building skills and navigating academic stressors that may affect learning.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Access Counseling Services<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"cl-wrapper cl-card-wrapper\"><a class=\"cl-card  \" href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/\" title=\"\"><div class=\"cl-card-container text\"><div class=\"cl-card-text\"><h2>Disability Access and Inclusion (DAI)<\/h2><p>Works with students to coordinate reasonable accommodations and access supports that promote equitable participation in courses, programs, and academic activities.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-card-container button\">Request Access Support<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Ask For Extra Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You feel unsure how to begin assignments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your grades are lower than you hoped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You feel overwhelmed by course expectations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You do not understand 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