The Learning Center also provides programs which assist students in becoming effective and intentional learners in order to meet the academic demands of the University. Programs offered to the undergraduate population include:
Additionally, students who have been placed on first semester academic probation (see catalog section on Academic Probation) or were provisionally admitted to the University are required to meet with an advisor in The Advising Center. Advisors, both faculty and those in The Advising Center, are available as a resource, but ultimately the student is responsible in ascertaining and fulfilling requirements to graduate.
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• College Study Skills course for students who would like to strengthen academic skills.
• Tutoring Programs provided for most General Education courses and selected major emphasis courses (a minimal fee is required) .
Additional resources are available for students through The Advising Center website: biola.edu/advising.
• Provisional Entrance Program–”EXCEL” provides specific assistance to selected newly–admitted students in the form of study skills development, and strengths–based counseling.
Counseling Services
Additional resources are available for students through The Learning Center website: www.biola.edu/ offices/learning/.
Psychological/counseling services are available to graduate and undergraduate students for a minimal fee. The center is open year round for individual, couple and group counseling. Students who struggle with any number of issues are welcome. Inquiries may be made in person at the Biola Counseling Center, located at 12625 La Mirada Blvd., or by phone at (562) 903–4800. Non–medical emergency service is accessed through this same number during non–clinic hours.
Academic Advising
Academic Advising for undergraduate students utilizes a faculty–based advising model. Students with a declared major are assigned a faculty advisor in their discipline. This faculty advisor supports students with course planning, registration, and graduation requirements as well as personal and academic development. It is recommended that students meet with their advisor at least once a semester according to the prescribed advising dates on the Academic Calendar. The Office of Academic Advising (also known as The Advising Center) has full–time advisors assigned to all undeclared students and those seeking additional help. Students should utilize the services of The Advising Center if they are:
Career Services
The mission of Career Services is to assist students in discerning their callings in life and in transitioning into meaningful work. Our overarching vision is to train and assist students in decision–making that will impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. • By providing counseling, assessment tools, programs and resources that facilitate the discovery of their unique design, whether in personality, interests, skills, values, strengths or gifts. • By educating students through a variety of means, including website resources, University classes, workshops, seminars or individual appointments.
• Thinking of changing their major
• Considering adding a second major or minor
• Transfer students needing clarification regarding transfer units
• Students who have already met with their advisor but have further questions
• By integrating personal, spiritual and career development theory and practice into all aspects of what we do.
• By connecting students with practical experiences that solidify their major choice and enhance their academic training, give opportunity for career exploration and develop workplace competencies.
• By linking students to graduate programs, organizations, internship and employment opportunities.
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