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Academic Advising
Each student at Marian Court College is assigned an academic advisor who works with the student on an individual basis. The advisor consults on course selection, academic and/or career goals, and academic progress. In addition, the academic dean is available to assist students with academic issues.
Academic Assistance
Marian Court College supports and enhances the academic work of students by providing resources in several disciplines (including writing and mathematics). Faculty work with students on an individual basis and in group sessions to support learning.
In addition, students experiencing difficulties in their courses are never left alone; peer tutors are available to shed light on any subject area. Peer tutors are volunteers, approved by faculty, who assist other students in mastering course content and requirements. The names and the hours of tutors are posted on the bulletin boards at the start of each semester.
Academic and Career Exploration
Students who need assistance with identifying interests, skills and strengths are given guidance in making the proper decisions, regarding program study or transferring to a four-year college or university.
Linsday Library and Resource Center
The Lindsay Library and Resource Center serves as the provider of information services, computer systems, and the learning center. The library’s online catalog, Athena, opens up the print resources of the library to the Marian Court College community. In addition, the library offers to its users world-wide access of the Internet. The college is also a member of the Northeast Consortium of Colleges and Universities in Massachusetts (NECCUM) which gives students access to resources at nine additional local colleges.
Technology Services
Marian Court College provides computing and technology support for all students of the college. Assistance is provided to support learning through the use of instructional technologies and in solving technology-related issues. The college provides instructional services support in three computer labs and the Lindsay Library and Resource Center.
Transfer Services
Marian Court offers many confidence-building programs designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university. Marian Court has transfer agreements with four-year colleges and universities. In addition, the college has transfer fairs and faculty advisors who help facilitate a seamless transition to a four-year institution
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