Subject Guides: ASC Academic Coaching: Student Testimonials

Motivation & Confidence

My academic coach makes me feel I can get anything done, no matter how hard the situation is.
I feel as if now I have an idea on what to do which gives me confidence.
This is an amazing tool for every student. Every student should utilize it. This was my first time using it. I felt supported and I feel more confident moving forward.

I feel as though the recommendations that Keira provided have given me a better idea of how I can apply the information in lectures as well while I’m studying.
I honestly love my Academic Coach! She was very patient with me and she was in the same age range, making it a little more comfortable to discuss something that is hard to say to an older adult and it ultimately set us both up for success if we were to work on it together. Overall, an amazing person who I would consider going to again simply because I loved the positivity that she brought and wanted to support me through making my unhealthy habits turn into healthy habits :)

I feel like academic coaching helps me understand myself better and helps me stay on track. I feel empowered by tracking with someone about my goals and ambitions.
I like to think I have a good mindset when it comes to where I want to be and where I could go when it comes down to reaching my goals. I like that I’m more comfortable with the idea of admitting I need help and executing the plan to gain that help.
The self assessment helps you remember who you are academically and what your goals are, so discussing those reminded me of my why.

Aside from time management that I listed on my initial request for an appointment, Shelby helped me answer any additional concerns I had throughout the appointment such as my struggles with seeing a large to-do list, offering alternatives, and making sure I felt heard and seen. She also provided her own examples of times she has struggled, which made me feel seen. I appreciate it all.
I went into the session with a very general subject of time management in mind and I wasn't really sure what the session would focus on. It was very helpful to just talk through what I was feeling about classes and assignments, and I got several relevant tips on how to form a sustainable schedule, prioritize responsibilities, and how to approach harder assignments.

I think setting up my appointment with academic coaching is a great way of showing up for myself.
My Coach has been really helpful and resourceful when it comes to being successful during your first year of college.
The ASC services seem very easily accessible and not hard to find and I love the opportunity to find help that I couldn't really find anywhere else. It's a great service that I would definitely keep going to as it seems like a safe space.

I think that being able to receive help from students in the ASC can provide a sense of belonging and community because we are working with other students that understand the challenges faced in our academic progress.
I am currently not taking classes at La Verne therefore haven’t felt very connected to the institution; however, attending coaching sessions makes me feel more connected to the school as this program still reaches out to me.
Great session! The Academic Coach did a great job creating a safe environment where sharing was easier.