Academic Support Options
Residence offers an environment that supports academic achievement by encouraging mutual respect amongst residents, specified quiet hours, and many free programs and services to help you succeed academically.
Drop-in Tutoring
Campus Housing drop-in tutoring is available for all University of Waterloo students. The drop-in tutoring program provides you with a welcoming environment where you can receive support and are encouraged to develop your academic skills. Each tutoring session is staffed by Tutors who are upper-year undergraduate or graduate students from the associated faculties.
For fall 2023 Drop-In Tutoring will be held in residence in the various residence Great Halls. Drop by to get help with specific questions or just get extra practice! Tutors will only be available to answer questions during the drop-in tutoring time. If you are seeking additional support outside of drop-in tutoring sessions, please contact your course instructor, Teaching Assistants, or faculty-specific resources.
Please see below for when Drop-in Tutoring sessions are running for fall 2023.
| Subject | Courses | Time Offered | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | CHEM 120, CHEM 121 |
October 1, 2, & 3
November 5, 6, & 7
Exam Prep sessions - TBD |
October 1, 2, & 3
November 5, 6, & 7
|
| Economics | ECON 101 |
October 1, 2, & 4
November 5 & 6
November 12 & 15
|
October 1 & 2
October 4
November 5 & 6
November 12 & 15
|
In addition to drop-in tutoring, check out these services to support your learning and academic success:
- Math Tutoring Centre
- Arts 130/140 - Arts First Peer Tutors
- Writing and Communication Centre drop-in appointments
- Peer Success Coaching – Student Success Office
- Tutor Connect - Student Success Office
The following resources can also be helpful in building resiliency, handling roadblocks, and developing healthy and effective habits:
- Learning resources – Student Success Office
- Owner’s Manual for The Student Brain – A resource created by students, for students, to help the transition to university easier. Here are some tips that may help going into final projects and exams:
Study Spaces
We know that having a quiet place to study is important for staying focused. Your room can be a great place to study but if you need a change of scenery, here are a few study spaces to choose from*:
- Grand Commons
- Claudette Millar Great Hall
- Columbia Lake Village Common area
- Floor lounges
Quiet study: 24-hour open quiet study space will be available in the Claudette Millar Great Hall. Each residence has quiet hours beginning at 11 p.m. on weeknights and 1 a.m. on weekends. During exam periods, quiet hours are extended to 23-hours per day in each residence building. *Capacity limits and access to study spaces may vary due to COVID-19 safety measures in place
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding drop-in tutoring program, please email Campus Housing Tutoring.