It is the first week of classes, and everything is going smoothly. You are enjoying most, if not all, of your classes and have established a nice routine. You’re attending lectures and spending time with friends on the slope.  

As the semester advances, you soon realize that you are unsure how to study or manage your time. You begin to procrastinate deadlines and study last-minute for an exam. You received your first C on the exam, and you wished there was a way to learn how to study and stop procrastinating.  

That’s when you hear about the Learning Strategies Center.  

What is the Learning Strategies Center?

The Learning Strategies Center is located on the fourth floor of the Computing & Communications Center, located on the “Ag Quad” adjacent to Bailey Hall and Martha van Rensselaer Hall. The LSC focuses on first and second years, however, these resources are available to any undergraduate student in any of the colleges. If there is an academic resource you are looking for, the learning strategies center most likely has it!

One of LSC’s most used resources is its drop-in tutoring sessions. These support sessions are led by certified instructors and help students in a variety of courses from Economics to Biology and every subject in between. No need to sign up!  

“Successful Students Ask for Help”

As a student, I understand the hesitation of attending office hours and the fear of asking questions. The LSC exists to help students overcome these fears with exciting programs aimed at making navigating a big university feel a bit smaller.

Many students aim to master the course content; however, that is not the only thing that leads to academic success. Learning how to manage your time, beat procrastination, and study smarter not only makes you a successful student but also helps you gain the skills needed in the professional world. LSC provides online videos and tutorials and Canvas modules on topics like time management, printable resources, and study tools.  

Study Partner Matching

Study Partner Matching provides the opportunity for students to sign up to be matched with a peer in any of their courses. Having a study buddy helps encourage one another to attend office hours, review sessions, and hold one another accountable.  

The study partner program has helped me and my study buddy; we have encouraged one another to stay committed to our review sessions. Don’t be afraid to reach out to the staff if you need guidance. It all begins with you! Be open to asking for help. It’s one of those small efforts that make a big impact.

Additional Resources

Are you nervous about an upcoming presentation? Meet Rosa. Rosa is a dog who is here to help you practice your presentation.

Cornell recognizes and supports neurodiversity as part of its commitment to inclusion. Neurodivergent students (autism, ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, etc.) often bring unique strengths. At the same time, they may face challenges with the ability to focus and successfully carry out timed tasks. Cornell offers a range of support and Neurodiversity Celebration Week events.  

Visit the LSC website to get involved and explore these opportunities and more!