The Sykes Student Success Center is a place where all Bismarck State College students can receive assistance in achieving their academic goals. We want students to be successful by learning the essential skills of an independent learner.

When a student experiences difficulties, the course instructor is the best resource available. Sometimes additional assistance is needed to turn a "B" into an "A" or a "D" into a "C". Academic Support Services has a dedicated professional staff in addition to wonderful student staff to give you this assistance.

Tutorial services are provided free of charge on a drop-in basis. Peer tutors are current students who have been recommended by faculty. They are trained through our nationally recognized CRLA certified program. This certification process sets a standard of skills and training for all tutors.

As students adjust to the transition of campus life, we support them through our academic success studies workshops. Various topics are offered, such as learning styles, note-taking, and exam preparation. Click on the Success Strategies Workshops link for detailed information.

Special Programs provided through Academic Support Services are:

• Return to Learn: An Orientation for Adult Learners - Intended for adult learners (25+) who have decided to enroll at BSC for the first time or to re-enter after a period of time away from college. This program is intended to make the transition to the academic environment as easy as possible.
  
  
• Learning Fair - Two are held yearly - one in September and one in February. The purpose of learning fair is to provide opportunities for students to build skills and gain knowledge relevant to academic success, to increase awareness of and access to support programs and centers, and to bring focus and visibility to the concept and importance of academic success.
  
  
• Basic Computer Skills Workshops - One-on-one or group sessions to assist students who have not had an opportunity to use a computer and want instruction on the basics (how to start and end a computer session, how to use the mouse, etc.) We also cover formatting a document and using the internet.
  
  

Our ultimate goal is to facilitate a community of learners. We invite you to contact our center. We are confident that our services can provide you with the skills to be a successful student.