Success Services supports students through their academic journeys at Harper. Transitioning to Harper can be challenging for students as they adjust to more independence, new learning strategies, and a different academic structure. Our Success Coaches build ongoing relationships with students and help them set their own goals, suggest approaches that work, and provide a space for accountability so students can thrive at Harper and beyond. Success Services aids Harper student retention efforts holistically, including for those involved in specific student success initiatives such as SOAR+ and College NOW.
Students are encouraged to visit in one-hour sessions and to meet at other points in the semester to provide accountability, refine strategies, and reflect on new challenges and successes. Success Coaches can support students with understanding Harper’s unique academic structure by emphasizing communication and self-advocacy, self-directed learning, organization, and growth mindset. Sessions cover topics like:
Sessions can also cover specific study strategies for:
The Academic Support Center is open on campus and available by phone, email, or live chat: