THE LEARNING STRATEGIES OFFICE
Memorial Student Affairs Building (308) 865-8214

The Learning Strategies Office (LSO) provides support for UNK students through a variety of tutoring services and instruction for academic enhancement.  Programs and services offered include:

• FREE Peer Tutoring for ALL University of Nebraska at Kearney students. Tutoring is targeted on the General Studies curriculum, and the LSO will network students to assistance for upper level classes. Qualified upper class or graduate students receive College Reading and Learning Association training as tutors. They are available during office hours in the LSO as well as evening hours in the library or designated study lab. Students may also make appointments with tutors if scheduled hours do not meet their needs.
   
• University Foundations Classes are recommended for freshman and transfer students. The class is designed to improve student academic performance and persistence as well as to assist with the transition to the University of Nebraska at Kearney. In a University Foundations Class, students learn how to approach new ideas and subjects, how to study topics efficiently and how to perform better in discussions and on tests. Time management, career exploration, and determining a major as well as important student development topics are included in the class. Students earn three credits in this graded class that may be counted as elective credits toward graduation.
   
• Special Topic Classes on effective study strategies are available for students who wish to improve their learning techniques and study skills. Modules offered include: Listening and Notetaking Skills, Study Skills, Vocabulary Expansion, Test Anxiety, Reading Improvement, Spelling Improvement, How to Write a Research Paper, Critical Thinking Skills and Time Management. These short courses will last four weeks and can be arranged for individual instruction. Each of the classes is worth 1 credit hour and will be graded on a credit/no credit basis. The classes can be used to maintain full-time student enrollment, but do not count as credits for graduation. These courses are open to all students who want to enhance their academic success and skills.
   
• Additional academic assistance: Students may also benefit from using the computer learning lab at the LSO. The lab is open during the academic year on weekdays, and evening hours are posted. LSO professional staff provide workshops and presentations on various aspects of effective study for classes and campus organizations. Accommodation plans and testing accommodations for UNK classes are provided for students with disabilities. The staff is also available for individual consultations for academic strategies and study skills.