Academic Coaching
Peer Academic Coaches support students in becoming independent, confident learners by providing one-on-one sessions that focus on academic achievement, social adjustment, and overall wellness, while helping develop strategies for success.
Schedule an Appointment
To schedule an appointment with a Peer Academic Coach, please click the link below or call our office at 678-839-6280. Appointments can be scheduled either in person or virtually. For assistance, please email Macie Matthews at mmatthews@westga.edu.
Peer Academic Coaches can help in the following areas:
- Developing effective study techniques (notetaking, reading strategies, active learning, etc.)
- Managing time and planning effectively
- Improving motivation
- Adjusting to life on campus
- Preparing for exams and finals
- Navigating communication in college (emailing professors, attending office hours, etc.)
Coaching sessions are personalized to focus on your individual experiences, perspectives, and goals.
- Undergraduate students trained in evidence-based techniques to facilitate academic coaching sessions
- Campus leaders who empower students by connecting them to key campus resources, ensuring they have the support, tools, and opportunities to succeed both academically and personally
- Friendly and supportive mentors who assist students in developing essential academic skills
- Addressing Common Academic Challenges and Stressors in College
- Implementing Targeted Strategies for Current and Future Academic Success
- Maximizing Learning Efficiency by Focusing on Smarter Study Habits
- Connecting You to Campus Resources for Support and Success
- Within the first few weeks of the semester, the Course Alert Progress Report is completed by faculty members who submit notifications to the Center for Academic Success (CAS). These notifications alert the CAS of students who are doing well, and students who may benefit from additional resources and support. These notifications afford students the opportunity to receive academic support and make improvements in a timely manner to achieve scholastic success by the end of the semester
- Please see our Course Alerts page for additional information!
What do UWG students say about meeting with a Peer Academic Coach:
- “They helped me with understanding Course Alerts and offered me resources that will help me be successful in my courses. I appreciate their support”
- “My coaching experience was great! My coach let me take the lead when sharing about what I will be doing in the future. I was able to ask questions about my college career and about anything else that I was confused about.”
- “My coach made me feel safe to explain my struggles, and provided great techniques for someone who needs help learning different ways to study”
- “My coach was very helpful and gave me great resources. They even connected me to tutoring for help with one of my courses”