Success Toolkit Series
Discover, Learn, & Reflect
We are here for you! Join staff from Student Success to discover your strengths, learn about strategies, tools and resources, and reflect on your personal toolkit for success!
Fall 2023 Workshop Dates
In-person workshops will be held in Bartlett 203. Students can sign up to attend a session in Navigate. Each workshop is 45-50 minutes. Topics offered include:
- Active Learning & Study Strategies
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Reading & Notetaking Strategies
- Preparing for Finals
See our self-guided workshop offerings at the bottom of this page.
Steps to sign up for a session:
- Log into Navigate and click "Make an Appointment."
- Select "Success & Wellness" under the appointment type drop-down menu.
- Select the topic of your choice under the "Success Toolkit Series" header in the next drop-down menu.
- Select the specific date of the chosen Success Toolkit Series Workshop (specific dates listed below)
- Click "Find available time" and select a workshop to attend!
Viewing a Success Toolkit Workshop?
Click Here to Access Session Materials using your UMass Login Credentials: Success Toolkit Worksheets
Active Learning & Study Strategies
Do you want to be more efficient with studying? Come examine your learning styles and study strategies.
- Wednesday, September 20 (9/20/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 11 (10/11/23) at 5.30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 25 (10/25/23) at 5:30 p.m.
Time Management & Prioritization
How will you keep up with college academics and activities? Delve into strategies to start applying today.
- Tuesday, September 19 (9/19/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 10 (10/10/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 18 (10/18/23) at 5:30 p.m.
Reading & Notetaking Strategies
Explore reading and notetaking strategies to set you up for success in the classroom.
- Wednesday, September 27 (9/27/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 17 (10/17/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 1 (11/1/23) at 5:30 p.m.
Preparing for Finals
Finals are almost here, are you ready? Discover strategies for preparing for finals and create your plan to finish the semester strong.
- Tuesday, November 28 (11/28/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 29 (11/29/23) at 5:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 5 (12/5/23) at 5:30 p.m.
Not able to join us in person? Check out our pre-recorded workshop sessions to expand your toolkit!
- Watch the Active Learning & Study Strategies Workshop
- Watch the Time Management & Prioritization Workshop
- Watch the Reading & Notetaking Workshop
- Watch the Preparing for Finals Workshop
- Watch the Test Taking Strategies Workshop
- Watch the Email Management Workshop
Take charge of your learning! Visit the Student Success Learning Resources page.
Check out our Student Success Planner: Student Success Planner : Student Success : UMass Amherst
Check out our self-guided workshop pages:
Time Management
Email Management
Test Taking Strategies
Tips for Virtual Learning
Reading & Note Taking Strategies
