The success of one takes the efforts of many.
Student Success
At Gies Business, we designed our programming to grow and nurture a supportive culture and community.
Students have access to programs and resources that help them grow and give them added support when they need it – in academic areas and beyond!
Student Success Programs
Students have access to additional academic support through Student Success Programs. These programs strive to connect you to engaging opportunities, comprehensive programs, and other services early in each semester to help guide you to success.
Student Success Programs focus on giving you personalized support through workshops, early intervention, mentoring opportunities, specialized courses, and collaborative partnerships within Gies and across campus.
Business Pathways Academy
Business Pathways Academy is a selective academic community dedicated to increasing the success of promising Gies Business learners.
Members receive access to coaching that can help make their transition to college and corporate environments less burdensome – and empower them to take advantage of unique opportunities at Gies Business.
Undergraduate Success Lab
Located on the first floor of the Business Instructional Facility, the Undergraduate Student Success Lab provides academic, emotional, and social guidance. Students can drop in anytime for peer advising and tutoring, or to join Success Lab workshops.
The Undergraduate Success Lab reinforces a community atmosphere within Gies Business by offering the following features:
- First access point for student questions regarding a financial crisis, mental or physical health concerns, housing issues, and more
- Peer advising and advising workshops
- Peer tutoring and exam workshops
- Study abroad information sessions and course planning
- Success guides for time management, study skills, goal planning, and more
Embedded Counseling
Our embedded clinical counselor from the Counseling Center, located in the Office of Undergraduate Programs, offers comprehensive support including individual talk therapy appointments, connections to group counseling, community referrals, and a range of outreach and prevention services. Check out our YouTube channel for quick and helpful videos for training and self-care tips!