Initiative Description:

• Enhance the availability of Academic Center services to address the learning needs of all midshipmen; Potential areas of concentration in the Center include:
  • Time management
  • Study skills
  • Exam preparation
  • Note taking
  • Material retention
  • Learning techniques
  • Other appropriate skills
• Assess the current and future academic support needs
• Provide the Academic Center with appropriate staff and equipment
• Identify an optimal location for the expanded Academic Center
• Create a multimedia learning lab
• Increase faculty involvement
• Create new positions (up to five)

Expected Outcome/Benefit:

• Instill lifelong learning skills
• Improve learning and educational opportunities for all midshipmen
• Improve retention rates

Executive Sponsor:   Academic Dean and Provost