2.0 Getting Help
Chapter Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the resources available on campus.
- Determine which resources will help you be successfu
Key Terminology
Campus Resources
Your college wants you to be successful and provides many resources to assist you. All these services are provided at no additional charge. If you are having trouble in a course, there is tutoring. If you are having economic challenges, the Palo Alto College S.H.A.R.E. Center can help. If you are stressed about something difficult happening in your life, there are Personal Counselors available. For most issues that are a barrier to your success, there is a resource available on campus. An important step to getting back on track is to recognize where you need help and then take the initiative to get that help. The Palo Alto College Student Resources
The college student resource link lists many of the resources available at Palo Alto College. Take some time to review each of the resources listed on the left-hand side of the page.
Activity 2.1: Identifying Helpful Resources
In the last chapter, you identified areas that need improvement for you to succeed academically. Look back at the areas that need improvement. Which of the resources can help you address these areas? Below, list the three areas that need improvement and the resources that can help you address these challenges.
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For more information on location and hours of available resources, you can refer to the Palo Alto College Resources List on the last page of this book.
As you are thinking about the many resources available to help you succeed, it is important to remember that your instructors are excellent resources. They can give you feedback on how you are doing in their classes and clarify information that you are having trouble understanding. Your instructors know a lot about what it takes to be successful in college and can give you good advice and direct you to useful resources. Make a point of visiting your instructors several times during the semester during their office hours or set an appointment.
