Category Skills for Academic Success

Getting Credit Where Credit Is Due

Have you received all of the Transfer or CCP credit you were expecting? Are your AP, IB, or A-Level test scores reflected in course credit? Check your DegreeAudit to see how transfer and exam credit have been applied. See OWU’s…

Starfish Alerts – Don’t Panic

Last week, professors used OWU’s Student Success Platform, Starfish, to share proactive alerts about missing or low grades. If you received one of these emails: Don’t Panic, Do Reach Out. These alerts are meant to provide early feedback and encourage…

Free Tutoring – Keep an Eye on Tough Classes!

Exams and quizzes coming up? Questions about course concepts or homework? Take advantage of free tutoring. Subjects Available See the tutoring schedule for each department below. Walk-in hours and one-on-one appointments are available. Don’t see the class you’re looking for…

Earn (a passport stamp) and Learn with the OWU Library

There is no shortage of ways the library can help with your academic success journey. Check out the following links to learn more about the services, spaces, and resources available to OWU students. From personalized research consultations with librarians to…

How to Email/Communicate with Professors

Check your OWU email at least once a day. Be patient. Don’t expect an immediate response when you send a message. Generally, two days is considered a reasonable amount of time to wait to receive a reply. Faculty will make…

Take Action by Aug. 29: Last Chance to Add/Drop a Class

Thursday, August 29 is the last day to Add/Drop a full-semester or first-module class. During the first week of each semester, you can try your classes and adjust your schedule. If you are thinking of dropping a class or adding…