Academic Support & Tutoring
Writing Center – Get help with brainstorming, organizing, and refining your writing for essays, research papers, creative assignments, and more.
Subject Area Tutoring – Struggling in a specific course? Our peer tutors can help with a variety of subjects.
QR Center – Need support with math, statistics, or data analysis? The QR Center offers free tutoring.
GPA Calculators – Track your academic progress and set goals with our easy-to-use GPA calculators.
Coffee Talks – Connect with your professors outside of class by inviting them for coffee and conversation.
Study Strategies & Academic Success Tips
Success in college isn’t just about attending class—it’s about learning how to study effectively, manage your time, and stay organized. Use these strategies to strengthen your academic habits:
- Time Management – Tips for balancing coursework, deadlines, and life.
- Note-Taking & Study Techniques – Strategies to help you retain information and prep for exams.
- Goal Setting & Motivation – How to stay focused and make the most of your semester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I seek academic success services?
Learning takes a lot of time and effort. Everyone, no matter how capable, can benefit from spending additional time studying with others. The earlier in the semester you take advantage of Tutoring and the Writing Center, the more you will benefit. Although participating in academic success services does not guarantee a passing or improved grade, those who utilize our services are typically more successful.
Who can come to Tutoring or the Writing Center?
Any current Longwood student may use the services of the Academic Success, Speaking and Writing Centers. Certain courses may suggest or require attendance, but otherwise attendance is up to the student.
How much does it cost to use academic support services?
There is no charge.
Do I need to sign up in advance?
You don't need to sign up for subject area tutoring - just show up for the session you want to attend. However, for the writing center, please schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are not always available.
What should I do if I don't see tutoring for the class I need?
If we get numerous requests for a class or a professor asks for tutoring services, we can add that class to the tutoring schedule. Often working on study strategies can help improve your grade in the course. We are available to meet with you individually to assess how to best tackle your problems in the course.
I'm not struggling, but I'd like to practice. Can I come to language tutoring?
Yes. And it would be a good idea.
Isn't getting help at the Writing Center a violation of the Honor Code?
Not at all. The consultants are there to help you develop as a writer, not to do your work for you.
For more information
The Center for Academic Success
Brock Hall 211
(434) 395-2050
Writing Center Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – noon
Sunday: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Dianna Baldwin, PhD.
Director of Academic Success
Brock Hall 107B
(434) 395-4860
baldwindl@longwood.edu
Dr. Leah N. Shilling-Stouffer
Quantitative Reasoning (QR) Center Director
Allen Hall 112
(434) 395-2760
hillingln@longwood.edu
Beth Mottley
Student Success Coordinator
434-408-1969
(If you are calling from a Longwood desk phone please dial 7-408-1969)
Brock Hall 107E
mottleyec@longwood.edu
Maria Hamilton
Student Success Coordinator
(434) 395-2194
Rotunda 326
hamiltonmr@longwood.edu