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THE NEBRASKA ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
From the day student-athletes decide the University of Nebraska is the right place to be,
the athletic academic counseling unit provides personal and academic support to ensure
that student-athletes will get the most out of their years as Huskers. Featuring one of
the most innovative and comprehensive academic support systems in the country,
Nebraska is dedicated to helping its student-athletes become outstanding leaders
in their chosen fields. The academic support team is comprised of 13 full-time
staff members and a tutorial staff of approximately 75 tutors addressing all subject
areas.
Academic Counseling
Eight academic counselors and three assistant academic counselors are in place to
monitor daily academic progress, receive consistent course feedback, assist with
the advising/registration process and monitor continuing eligibility and progress
toward graduation. Essentially, academic counselors assist student-athletes in
navigating the University of Nebraska system.
Tutorial Support
A tremendous resource for all academic abilities, unlimited tutorial support is
available from day one up to college graduation. Subject and mentor tutors help
provide academic support and study strategies to be successful. Supplemental
Instruction, a sub-component of the tutorial program, provides targeted group
review sessions to help ease the transition to college academics while improving
study strategies and building academic self-esteem.
Study Hall
Nebraska’s study hall program is housed in the D.J. Sokol Enrichment Center
within the Dick and Peg Herman Family Student Life Complex. Student-athletes
attend a supervised, flex-time study hall that features day, evening and weekend
hours. Each student-athlete is required to complete a specific number of study
hours each week as determined by their academic counselor and/or coach. In
addition, weekly study hall reports are provided to the coaching staff. Additional
performance-based or tutor-based study hall may also be determined by the
academic counselor.
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Mentoring
Many student-athletes meet with a mentor on a weekly basis to assist in making
a smooth transition from high school to college. Mentors collect syllabi, gather
and report academic progress information and teach academic success strategies.
Educational Assessments
Assessments are administered upon the request of the student-athlete, academic
counselor, or coach to determine student strengths and areas for improvement.
Results allow academic counselors to develop a personalized academic support
program and to determine if more in-depth testing is warranted. When additional
assessments are necessary, referrals are made to a consulting psychologist who
conducts the assessments. If it is determined that a student-athlete has a learning
disability, appropriate accommodations are made through the Office of Services
for Students with Disabilities.
Student-Athlete Orientation
The academic staff coordinates New Student-Athlete Orientation to help
newcomers adjust to the multiple demands of being a college student-athlete.
Presentations are made by academic counselors, compliance officials, NU faculty
and administrators, business/community professionals and student-athletes.
Personal Counseling
Student-athletes will find a supportive and caring environment at Nebraska.
Transitional issues, stress management, time management, academic focus and
problem resolution are all addressed in a proactive manner throughout the year. If
necessary, counseling referrals are also made to designated practitioners.
Computer Resources
Student-athletes enjoy a new state-of-the art computer lab and technology
center with 58 computers and professional supervision. Laptops are also available
during team travel. Student-athletes have the benefit of ongoing education and
assistance from a full-time computer technician.