Signature Course faculty are encouraged to make use of the wonderful campus partners and resources across the Forty Acres.
Sanger Learning Center
Contact: Ray Acuña-Luna, Director
The Sanger Learning Center (SLC) has been a Longhorn tradition since 1949. More than 10,000 undergraduates use their services every year to brush up on their skills, connect with their peers, and excel in their classes. The Sanger Learning Center’s one-on-one services will include:
- Tutoring for more than 140 traditionally difficult classes
- Peer Academic Coaching for students who want to improve study skills and time management
- Private appointments with our staff learning specialists to explore topics like help-seeking and motivation
In addition, SLC will continue to offer group learning opportunities such as workshops, math refreshers and reviews, and Supplemental Instruction.
Disability and Access
Contact: access@austin.utexas.edu
Disability & Access (D&A) is a resource for students, instructors, and staff to support UT’s obligation to ensure our programming and educational experiences are accessible to students with disabilities. While D&A typically focuses on supporting students with disabilities who need individualized academic accommodations, D&A is working with faculty and staff to promote more proactive considerations for accessibility. During this time when many students are experiencing an increase in symptoms, new physical or mental health concerns, or inability to access care or treatment, building in more accessibility from the beginning will provide a better experience for all students, regardless of whether they have already connected with D&A for individualized accommodations. Please continue to refer students who may need individualized accommodations to D&A, but we also encourage you to consider how you can improve the overall accessibility of your programs and courses using the resources below.
Title IX Office
Contact: Dr. Robert Leary, Deputy Title IX Coordinator and Director of Support and Resources
The Title IX Office is committed to supporting the university’s mission to create and maintain an educational and work environment free from all forms of sexual harassment, sex discrimination, exploitation, and intimidation where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work and thrive. The Title IX Office offers training and professional development opportunities for all UT students, staff, and faculty. Their workshops are tailored to the needs of each group and offer an engaging space to learn about policies, processes, and prevention. You can request a workshop at any time.
The University Writing Center
Contact: Tristin Hooker, Assistant Director
The University Writing Center (UWC), a unit of the Department of Rhetoric and Writing, helps UT students become more proficient, more versatile, and more confident in their writing abilities. Throughout the semester they support faculty indirectly by working with their students. They provide cross-disciplinary writing support and pedagogical training for the instructors and TAs of undergraduate courses. You can schedule a presentation or workshop or view their handouts. Watch this video for more information about the UWC’s presentations for you and your students.
Check out UWC’s new YouTube Channel for helpful information, tips, and expert advice!
Longhorn Ties
Longhorn TIES provides one-on-one student support with trained coaches through TIESplus and drop-in services for students who identify as neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, etc.). All services are provided by trained, specialized coaches who provide individualized support and informed campus and community referrals related to academic, social, vocational, and independent living needs.