Student Success Support

Strosacker Learning Commons

The Strosacker Learning Commons integrates the traditional academic library with other student and faculty centered programming and services. The Learning Commons houses our on-site tutoring, via the Timberwolf Learning Center (TLC). Our library staff provides assistance with a variety of library services including reference help, access to industry and business databases, and support students’ intellectual and informational needs.

Library Services

Help finding information for research papers and other assignments
Instruction with APA and citing sources
Access to databases, periodicals, and other electronic and print media

Timberwolf Learning Center Services

Drop-in and appointment-based tutoring
Help with study skills and note-taking
Assistance with writing papers and proof reading

Academic Advising

From your first time registering to the day that you fill out your graduation application, your academic advisor will guide you throughout your educational journey. At Northwood, we take a proactive approach to advising to ensure that each first-year-student has time to meet with their advisor. This allows us to get to know you better and make sure you have the support you need to succeed.

A group of five students are in a study session. Two are presenting at a whiteboard with notes, while three are seated at a table with laptops and notebooks in front of them, all benefitting from the Student Success Support program to enhance their collaborative learning experience.

Success Coaching

The transition from high school to university has a learning curve. At Northwood, we want to make sure that students who need it get the extra support that will assist with their adjustment. Your Success Coach will help you create a customized success plan, and connect you with resources to help you stay on track.

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The Foundations Curriculum

The Foundations Curriculum is our signature approach to student success and term-to-term support for new students. We developed a three-course sequence as a transformative experience to take students from being new to college, to emerging campus leaders to business-ready applicants prepared to compete in the global marketplace.

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Disability Services

If you are a student who had an academic accommodation in the past, our Disability Services support staff can help you navigate this process at Northwood University. We want to ensure you have the structure in place to effectively learn and to show your knowledge on tests and quizzes.

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