The Academic Success Center

Academic Success Coaching

Supportive Environment

Academic success coaches develop and promote a supportive and educational environment for our students.

Our goal is to help you succeed academically and encourage your personal development. Our services are available to all undergraduate students, regardless of major or GPA.

We provide outreach, academic counseling, training, advising, campus collaboration and other related programs.

We help students access the tools needed for success in college and beyond. Consultations often involve time-management, tutoring, note-taking and making referrals to appropriate services and offices on campus.

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978-837-5278
email

Diane Shaw
Associate Dean of Student Success
978-837-5146
shawd @merrimack.edu

Kristy Forrest
Academic Success Coach
978-837-5614
forrestk@merrimack.edu

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