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Learning Commons and Other Academic Resources

Academic Coaching through the Learning Commons helps students investigate their academic habits and college success skills and develop stronger skills through one-on-one reflection and practice.

Common topics include:

  • Time Management
  • Study Skills
  • Effective Notetaking
  • Reading Strategies
  • Motivation
  • Test Taking Skills
  • Wellness and Balancing Priorities

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The Academic Writing Center provides UC Students with free writing assistance through in-person and online appointments, as well as workshops and presentations.

Graduate Tutoring and Writing Support:

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The Center for English as a Second Language (CESL) is the academic unit which provides ESL courses to international graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Cincinnati.  

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ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) Conversation Group meets regularly at the Clifton Branch Library. This group is open to students and community members and no registration is required.

For more information, students can:

The University of Cincinnati Libraries are integral partners in the university’s efforts to achieve its core mission of teaching, research and community engagement. The library provides access to request and borrow materials, view special collections, receive research and teaching support, and more!

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Public libraries are wonderful resources for finding physical and digital materials to support your academic and personal growth. In addition to borrowing books, magazine, movies, and shows, CPLs offer resources like Research Databases and Online Resources, access to Online Courses including LinkedIn Learning (for those who cannot access it through UC’s free access), continuing education classes, and digital literacy courses. 

A Library membership also gives the cardholder access to Libby, a free app where you can enjoy eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. All you need is a library card!