Communication Lab & The Academic Achievement Center

Communication Lab
Location
Academic Achievement Center
Maxwell Library Ground Floor]

 Purpose: T he communication laboratory is available to assist students with class presentations for any course.  Peer tutors assist students with topic choice, research, outlining, and speech practice sessions to reduce speech anxiety.  The Communication Lab provides assistance to students who are preparing presentations for all majors.  Students can receive help with any aspect of the preparation process from topic choice, research and organization to practice presentations. The lab is dedicated to helping students become more skilled and confident speakers, and to assisting them with learning difficulties in other communication studies courses. Students are assisted in the preparation, practice, taping and review of oral presentations. The Communication Lab provides cooperative learning with peer tutors to coach students in a supportive environment. Tutors focus on the nature of the assignment, the concerns of the student, and the focus of the speech. Peer tutors assist with all stages of oral assignments including topic choice, research, outlining, and rehearsal of the presentation.

DAY HOURS

Monday:  10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
              1:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Wednesday:  9:30 AM to 11:00 PM
                         12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00AM to 11:00 AM
                   12:30PM to 5:00 PM

NIGHT HOURS

Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM 

For further information contact: Susan Miskelly 
                                                   Communication Studies and Theatre Arts
                                                   Telephone:  (508) 531-2225 
                                                   smiskelly@bridgew.edu  

Academic Achievement Center

The Academic Achievement Center is located on the ground floor of Maxwell Library. It houses a variety of programs and services that support the adjustment to college and the academic success of all students. Among the many programs housed in the center are:

  • The Haughey Academic Advising Program for students who have not declared a major. All Freshmen, with or without a declared major, are introduced to the advising program during orientation and participate in a number of group and individual advising sessions throughout the academic year.
  • The Learning Enrichment Program provides support services to help strengthen those skills most essential to effective learning. The program provides specialized courses in English and Mathematics, and resources such as Studying and Research Services, the Writing Studio, Mathematics Services, and the Communication Lab. A learning specialist, a learning disabilities specialist, and tutorial assistance are also available through the program. Students may be referred by faculty, staff, or may request assistance themselves.
  • The Honors Center houses the Honors Program and provides a study and meeting place with materials targeted toward honors students. Students achieving appropriate academic success are invited to join the honors program.

Last Modified: September 17, 2009