It's good to ask for help when you need it. BCU has academic support for you throughout your college career.
Below are some of the resources BCU offers for students. Some you may need now, some you may need later. Whenever you need a resource, the BCU community is happy to help.
Peer mentors know that college can be stressful. They're here to help you form good study habits, set goals, and plan for your busy semesters. Contact a peer mentor here.
Feeling lost? Need help but not sure where to go? Compass is dedicated to your success. They offer services such as academic advising, personal and professional development, peer mentoring, financial navigation, and more. Bonus: They're some of the friendliest folk you'll meet on campus.
The Bishop Mueller Library is not only a building. It's a collection of high-powered academic databases, books, ebooks, research guides, and more. In the library building you'll find places to study, a food share program, the digital media creation studio for creating and editing multimedia projects, physical book collections, computers, laptops and other technology to checkout, and the best resource of all—librarians and research mentors. Online library resources and support are also available! Our friendly librarians and research mentors are happy to help with any question. Just ask!
Office of Multicultural and International Student Programs
Looking to get connected on campus? The Office of Multicultural and International Student Programs is an excellent place to start. From their webpage: "The office of Multicultural and International Student Programs supports academic success, breaks cultural boundaries and enhances the college learning experience for minority and international students at Briar Cliff University."
If you're a first-generation college student, TRIO is here to support you throughout your college career. TRIO offers course mentoring, career, mentoring, counseling, financial aid support, and personal skills courses.
The Briar Cliff University Writing Center can help you with any college writing assignment. They have tutors who are knowledgable about all things writing, grammar, and citation. Email them at writing.center@briarcliff.edu.
BCU cares about the whole person—not just academics. Below are more resources BCU offers to support you.
Campus Ministry at BCU offers opportunities for prayer and worship, community building, and service and outreach. Jason Salisbury, BCU campus minister, approaches ministry by "meeting people where they are, no matter their faith tradition or background."
Couns
eling and Health Services
The Health and Counseling Center on campus is here to keep your mind and body healthy. They have a licensed nursing staff and counselor to support you. They offer basic health services at no cost to BCU students. For more counseling resources click here.
The Accessibility Services office collaborates with students with disabilities in identifying and implementing reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids and services. Your first step is to contact BCU Accessibility Services to make an appointment.
