"Don't settle for a 'C,' when you can earn an 'A!'" Visit the Academic Skills Center

The Academic Skills Center (ASC), also known as the "Tutoring Center," offers PTC students a variety of options to supplement their academic and technical experiences. Plus, all services are free and available in nearly all areas including writing, math, biology, anatomy and physiology, accounting, and the list goes on.

"We have excellent tutors on hand who are at the top of their class," says Erin White, Director of the Academic Skills Center. "Our peer tutors really know their stuff!" White adds.

The ASC offers flexible hours to accommodate students' busy schedules and is conveniently located in a cozy corner of the Learning Resources and Technology Center (LRTC). Additionally, the ASC boasts its own Writing Lab, a service for those students needing to brush up their skills in writing and composition. With this service, students may submit draft papers and essays for peer tutors to review via e-mail or in hard copy format. Tutors review it, make notes and suggestions, and students are free to submit drafts multiple times -- as many as they need. Additionally, the ASC is using new, state-of-the-art technology, such as the interactive screen in the photo below, to supplement all facets of peer tutoring offered.

"Students who find they're struggling can just simply walk in. The mid-term is fast-approaching, so I would encourage students to polish up their skills and knowledge in our center now, and be prepared," White says. "Also, I would encourage those students who may not be struggling so much. Everyone could use a little help, and that's what we're here for," White adds.

For more information about the PTC Academic Skills Center, visit the Center's website.


Photo: Students use the new large screen in the LRTC for tutoring.