Written by: Alyssa Westhoff
The Student Success Center provides a variety of services designed to support students’ educational and professional development, and is located in Lowry Mall directly across from the North entrance of Ellis Library. It . The center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 7:15 p.m., and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Student Success Center is home to specialized services, including the Career Center, Center for Academic Excellence and Success, Community Engaged Learning, Discovery Center, Learning Center, and Transfer Center. Each serves a unique purpose designed specifically to help you succeed. The Career Center helps with resume building, cover letter writing, interview preparation, and professional headshots. The Center for Academic Excellence and Success offers career development, academic enrichment, and financial literacy support. The Community Engaged Learning Center provides opportunities for students to earn credit while engaging in hands-on learning that benefits others. The Discovery Center assists undecided students in exploring their interests and finding the right major. The Learning Center offers academic coaching, peer tutoring through Tiger Tutors, and 24/7 online tutoring in any subject. The Transfer Center is a peer-mentoring network that connects transfer students and helps them navigate campus life.
All of these services are completely free and are available to all Mizzou students – including you! To schedule appointments or learn more, visit: https://success.missouri.edu/student-success-resources/. I have personally used the Career Center for resume help as well as Tiger Tutoring during my time at Mizzou and can attest to their value. Many students don’t realize the full range of services available, so be sure to take advantage of everything the Student Success Center has to offer!
