Learning Support

How to Book Tutoring

To view and book available Tutoring Appointment options, please log into PNWU Student Connect (if it doesn’t work on your phone or tablet, please log in on a desktop computer). The booking link for Tutoring will be found on the homepage of PNWU student connect. If you still have questions or need assistance, please email learning@pnwu.edu.

Where to Find Learning Support

The Director of Student Success and the Learning Specialist are housed within the Student Affairs Department. If you have any questions, you can email learning@pnwu.edu

They provide:

• coaching students individually on study and learning strategies and test-taking tactics
• short-term, informal support and guidance about personal concerns on an as-needed basis
• oversight of academic support programs (tutoring and recitations)
• Lunch and Learn sessions on topics related to academics and well-being
• referrals for neuropsychological evaluation when appropriate

Resources:

• Six Key Strategies for Effective Learning
  • For posters covering the six key strategies, click on the following links:
    • Spaced Practice
    • Retrieval Practice
    • Interleaving
    • Elaboration
    • Concrete Examples
    • Dual Coding
    • All Six Posters in One Document
• Mind Mapping and Concept Mapping
• Success Types for Medical Students: A Program for Improving Academic Performance
• PNWU Library
  • The PNWU library has many helpful study resources including the amazing staff.  Click on the link above for more information.
  • The AccessMedicine database includes study tools and case files. You need to set up a free account within AccessMedicine to take advantage of all the resources.
  • You can find a subject guide on exam and board prep.