University of Notre Dame du Lac

Academic Services for Student-Athletes

Counselors

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Team Orientation

Each academic counselor conducts an orientation meeting with his/her team(s) to familiarize student-athletes with the University and the demands of being a student-athlete. At these meetings, student-athletes are made aware of the following:

• the philosophy, practices, and services of our office and the University;
• classroom protocol;
• help that is available to improve study skills and time management techniques;
• availibility of tutoring.

Meetings with Counselors

Counselors hold regular meetings with student-athletes to do the following:

• educate student-athletes about our Office and the University as a whole;
• assess transition from high school, adjustment, progress, and overall academic, personal, and social well being;
• monitor academic performance;
• provide ancillary help with course selection and registration for upper-class students;
• assist with all academic matters, focusing on completing a degree in four years;
• develop plans to accomplish goals;
• refer students to appropriate faculty, academic departments, and college advisors as needed;
• provide summer session information;
• tutoring.

Communication

Counselors in Academic Services communicate regularly with many departments on campus in an effort to provide support for student-athletes. Information is routinely solicited from faculty regarding students’ progress in classes. This feedback is discussed with the student-athletes and appropriate changes are made if needed. Counselors communicate freely with faculty and encourage student-athletes to do the same.

Counselors communicate with departmental academic advisors and assistant deans in the various colleges. After students have met with advisors in their departments, ancillary assistance is provided in course selection and in academic plans. A complete academic profile including transcripts, a graduation progress chart, and NCAA eligibility requirements is also maintained.

Counselors in Academic Services communicate regularly with coaches, keeping them abreast of how their student-athletes are doing academically. Their input is often sought as the counselors work with students.

Counselors encourage student-athletes to be diligent in practicing effective study skills, working toward their goals, and maintaining a positive and open attitude toward studying and learning. Students are also encouraged to use faculty and campus resources to supplement the classroom experience.

Note - The University of Notre Dame provides students with the necessary tools and support services to succeed. However, academic success is ultimately the responsibility of the student-athletes .