How the ASC can Help
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ASC Academic Assessment Program (AAP)
AAP analyzes possible sources of student academic difficulty by using interviews, surveys, and tests to gather background information. Recommendations are then made for strategies to address performance issues. If a disability is suspected, students may be referred off campus for further testing.
Contact: Jane Munt, 475-6947 or jane.munt@rit.edu
ASC College Restoration Program (CRP)
CRP is a specialized program of instruction for students who have experienced academic difficulty and/or suspension. Suspensions are waived for one quarter, during which each participant follows a prescribed program of instruction. Successful completion of CRP qualifies students to apply for readmission to the college or department of their choice.
Contact: Belinda Bryce, 475-7818 or belinda.bryce@rit.edu
ASC Institute Testing Service
The Institute Testing Service provides group testing programs for the RIT community including CRP, HEOP and academic departments. The Institute Testing Service is also responsible for RIT’s role as a National Test Center site and supervises the administration of standardized tests including the GRE subject exams, SAT, LSAT, NBCC certification exam and DANTES examinations.
Contact: Linda Garfinkel, 475-5728 or linda.garfinkel@rit.edu
Structured Monitoring Program
Structured Monitoring Program (formerly LSS) provides students with regularly scheduled check-ins with a learning support specialist. This academic coaching addresses organizational skills, study strategies, and advocacy. Structured monitoring is intended for students who anticipate difficulty navigating the college environment due to learning differences or other factors. Structured monitoring is a fee-based service.
Contact: Lisa Fraser, 475-5296 or lisa.fraser@rit.edu
ASC Mathematics
ASC Mathematics staffs and trains tutors who work in the Bates Study Center (08-1200) and Sol Study Center (47-1016) where students receive free, drop-in math and physics tutoring. Math assessment appointments are available to determine areas of strength and weakness in mathematics. The Individualized Math course provides review of algebra, pre-calculus, and calculus topics for students who have had a math assessment.
Contact: Bruce Pennington, 475-6940 or bruce.pennington@rit.edu or Birgit Coffey, 475-6944 or birgit.coffey@rit.edu
ASC Reading
ASC Reading offers the following services at no charge to hearing and cross-registered deaf students. Informal and formal reading assessment, standardized testing and strategies to improve vocabulary and reading comprehension. Contact: Enid Stevenson, 475-7312 or enid.stevenson@rit.edu
ASC Study Skills
ASC Study Skills focuses on the development of sound study strategies which promote academic success. Topics include time management, lecture note taking, text reading and test preparation. This department oversees the popular "Academic Success" workshop series and the "Learning Power Online" web site.
Contact: Dan Hickey, 475-4897 or dan.hickey@rit.edu or Paula French, 475-4496 or paula.french@rit.edu
The ASC Tutor Training Program
The Tutor Training Program provides tutor training to student tutors who are hired by the various departments, colleges, or learning centers of RIT. The RIT community can learn more about tutorial resources on campus by visiting our web site at www.rit.edu/tutoring. Tutor training workshops emphasize “best practices and procedures” in tutoring. Students are required to attend workshops to better develop their skills as an RIT tutor.
Contact: Julie Cammeron, 475-6467 or julie.cammeron@rit.edu
ASC Writing
ASC Writing offers assessment and instruction in college writing through its Writing Center, courses, and workshops. The free, drop-in Writing Center is staffed by ASC faculty. Several instructors are proficient in sign language.
Contact: Andrew Perry, 475-6945 or andrew.perry@rit.edu
