Student Resources
Need writing help? Not sure what office hours are? Want to book an appointment with me? Curious about resources that can help you succeed at Fairmont State? Look here.
Help Center
Citations
Chicago citations got you down? The Purdue OWL can help, They have explanations and examples of footnote and bibliography citations.
Writing & Revision
The LEAD Center in the library (second floor) offers individual tutoring and writing help, from brainstorming to final revisions.
DIY Support
Check out these helpful links focused on supporting all stages and types of college writing, from the College of William & Mary.
Accessibility
Register with the Accessibility Services Office to make sure you have the support you need to succeed at Fairmont!
Mental Health
Fairmont’s Mental Health Services include options for counseling and other support, including after-hours.
International
International student resources are available at Fairmont. Check out the EPICS page to connect with advisors & helpful resources.
Other Resources
Sexual violence can undermine academic and personal success. I encourage anyone dealing with sexual misconduct to seek out confidential support. Campus Assault and Peer Advocates (CAPA) is a survivor-centered and trauma-informed paraprofessional student organization to help those affected by sexual aggression. CAPA offers 24/7 services. For more, call 304-333-3661 or email Andrea.Pammer@fairmontstate.edu or Kara.Bailes@fairmontstate.edu.
Meet with me!
Visit my office (HB 125) during the hours in the syllabus or sign up for a specific time here:
What are office hours for?
Are you unsure if you need office hours? Afraid of “wasting” my time? Here’s the truth: office hours aren’t just for students needing help with the class.
Office hours are a chance to talk about your concerns or questions about the course and materials, sure, but it’s also an opportunity to talk about, really, anything. Office hours are about creating a space for us to talk about all kinds of things, like: if you are thinking about majoring in history, interesting professional or academic opportunities, a youtube video or podcast relevant to our course, my research interests and academic path, or if you’re interested in grad school or other higher-ed careers.
Here is an NPR article about how to make office hours less scary, or watch this humorous youtube video from Arizona State University highlighting the benefits of office hours:
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