Academic Tips and Support
This week's newsletter includes information to help you navigate all of the academic support available to you as a student at USF. As always, if you have any questions, you can contact our office by chat, phone, or email. If you have specific immigration questions, you can also make an appointment with your ISSS adviser online.
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Gleeson Library is your home for research, discovery, and collaboration! The library's supportive staff are there to assist you in your academic research, studying, and more. Students can chat with a librarian in real-time 24/7, reserve group study rooms, and locate books and journals of interest. Check out their blog! Gleeson Library is your one-stop shop for research and study needs. Learn more about library resources »
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The Learning, Writing, and Speaking Centers (LWSCs) offer free subject-specific tutoring, writing assistance, and communication-related support. The Learning Center also provides opportunities for academic skill development, through 1:1 coaching, group workshops, and online resources. LWSC staff can be reached Monday–Friday between 8 a.m.–5 p.m. via email or through the chatbox on their website.
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The Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA) is your home for compassionate academic and personal support. At CASA, students can get help to achieve their academic goals, seek guidance on completing forms, and get connected to campus resources. Their office is on the University Center's third floor and they are open Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. CASA can be reached via phone or by email. Students are encouraged to make an online or in-person appointment with their CASA coach through the Student Hub or visit any coach during their drop-in hours.
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Student Disability Services (SDS) is committed to helping USF students succeed. By suggesting accommodations for students with disabilities, SDS helps them achieve their goals. Eligibility for these services is determined on an individual basis for each student and early planning is essential for many of the resources and accommodations. SDS has also compiled a list of frequently asked questions that can be helpful when beginning to navigate their department. Learn more about accommodations and services on their website »
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Get ready for fall career pop-ups by having your resume reviewed by employer recruiters! Use this time to polish your resume and ask questions you have about meeting employers. No pre-registration is required. Just show up! Students will be seen on a first-come basis. Learn more » | | 
Register Now! Applications for sophomore to graduate level students for AMP have launched. Through AMP, will be matched with a mentor for the school year. As a mentee, students can gain support with professional development and valuable insight from USF alumni. Register here »
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Sept. 18 | 4:15–5:30 p.m.
You are cordially invited to join the Center for Business Studies and Innovation in Asia-Pacific (CBSI) in conversation with Ambassador Chantale Wong, U.S. director of the Asian Development Bank. Ambassador Wong has had a long and distinguished career in public service, having served under Presidents Clinton, Obama, and Biden. Confirmed in an overwhelming and bipartisan vote, she is the first openly lesbian Senate-confirmed ambassador in U.S. history. Register here » | |
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If you are requesting an immigration document or letter from our office, remember that we request ten business days to process requests. Make sure you plan accordingly so you have enough time to receive your document before you need it. All ISSS requests should be submitted through the MyISSS student portal (click on requests on the left-hand menu). You can view our MyISSS Student Handbook for assistance with your submission.
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Appointments can be made online. Please visit the ISSS website to schedule an appointment. Appointments are still booked in 15-minute increments. To schedule a workshop, select workshops from the first menu option in our scheduler. Students must complete an OPT workshop before applying for OPT.
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