Established in 1972, the Disco Student Learning Center (SLC) at Appalachian State University — part of App State’s University College — provides holistic support services for undergraduate students that are designed to enrich their academic, personal and professional lives. These services, which help students foster self-advocacy and develop academic independence, include tutoring, academic success coaching and academic strategy instruction.

Services

The Disco Student Learning Center (SLC) offers academic resources that will complement and enhance classroom experiences by helping students become acquainted with their studies and learn how to learn effectively.

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Tutoring

Subject-specific peer tutoring is available both in person and via Zoom to currently enrolled undergraduate students.

Tutoring is free and available by appointment or drop-in.

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Drop-in Support

The SLC offers convenient drop-in support services, including tutoring, general academic skill guidance, and specialized workshops. Whether you're seeking assistance in specific subjects or refining your study techniques, we can provide you the resources you need to excel.

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Academic Resilience and Coaching

Get individualized support that recognizes your strengths, helps you navigate academic challenges, and keeps you moving toward your goals. Students on academic probation receive additional structured guidance through the Academic Resilience Program to support their journey toward good academic standing.

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Academic Success Courses

Build on your academic skills in various areas, including time management, study strategies, reading efficiency, and other areas, with a 1-credit-hour graded elective academic success course. Course offerings are available year-round in online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats.

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Testing Services

Testing Services offers a wide variety of tests, including tests for licensure, certifications and graduate school requirements. Test services and offerings are available at both the Boone Campus and Hickory Campus locations.

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Resources and Strategies

Discover tips and strategies for academic success with topics including time management, effective study skills and more. See a four-year roadmap for helping optimize your academic journey, and access a tutorial for how to use the TracCloud scheduling software.

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Schedule an Appointment

Schedule an Appointment

Make appointments and view drop-in schedules for tutoring, academic success coaching, writing center, and academic advising in TracCloud.

New to TracCloud? Get instructions for how to log in and schedule an appointment.

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Work one-on-one

University Writing Center

Work one-on-one with consultants who are experienced writers and attentive readers to help improve your writing at any stage in the writing process. Consultants are able to assist with writing projects in any subject matter.

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Career Readiness

Career Development Center

The Career Development Center serves all students and alumni pursuing various future professional endeavors. Services include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools to achieve life and professional success.