Academic Coaching: Level Up Your Learning!

Smart strategies. More confidence. A competitive edge. Let’s achieve your definition of success!

“The academic coaches are very nice and helpful. They give efficient and realistic suggestions with whatever you are struggling with. Also, just good people to talk to and a good support system to have. – COS Student

Academic Coaching

Academic coaching is a free, one-on-one service that connects you with a trained coach who listens, encourages, and helps you create a plan based on your strengths and goals.

During your meetings with an academic coach, you'll be able to:

• Set clear goals
• Learn study strategies that save time and energy
• Improve time management for school, work, and life
• Stay motivated, confident, and focused

“I think that I did a lot better this semester than last semester at balancing school, volleyball, and my social life. I think I got better at this because of my academic coach helping me set goals and stay more on top of my schoolwork. – Student Athlete

Academic coaching is designed for every kind of student — whether you're thriving or adjusting to new challenges. Top schools like Harvard and Dartmouth offer coaching because it makes a real difference.

Why Meet With an Academic Coach?

• Personalized planning
• Gain new perspectives
• Have someone in your corner

Academic coaching gives you an extra edge

Coaches partner with you to build strong academic habits and skills that will stick with you for life.

“Through my academic coaching meetings I have learned a lot more about myself. I learned about my procrastination and why I tend to procrastinate. I also worked with my academic coach to practice having less procrastination on my schoolwork. – COS Student

How to Meet With an Academic Coach

Join COLL 600

Students enrolled in Strategies for Student Success (COLL 600) get priority access to coaching.

Join COLL 600 anytime during fall or spring — it's free!

“Through my experience with COLL 600, one of the most valuable things I've learned about myself is how significantly my environment and routine impact my ability to focus and retain information. Before this course, I underestimated the power of intentional structure. But through the academic coaching sessions and EdTALKS, I began to see that I thrive when I set clear, manageable goals and build consistent habits around them. — Student Athlete

Make an Appointment

Call the Academic Success Center or email one of our academic coaches directly to schedule.

Academic Success Center
Phone: (530) 938-5330

Leslie Bandi
Email: lbandi@siskiyous.edu

Mario Cintron
Email: mcintron@siskiyous.edu

Lynnette Wilcox
Email: lwilcox@siskiyous.edu

Drop In

Visit the Academic Success Center at the Weed Campus and ask a staff member to meet with a coach.

“I feel the biggest takeaway [from academic coaching] was just having someone to talk to who actually seemed like they had interest in my classes and my work and what I was saying. – COS Student

Ready to Level Up? FAQs About Academic Coaching

How many sessions? How long?

Most students meet for three 30-minute sessions, but, if needed, sessions can be longer.

Are academic coaches the same as academic advisors?

No. Coaches focus on skills and strategies; advisors help plan classes and degrees.

Can I only meet with one coach?

Students are welcome to meet with any coach they choose. Shop around! Each of our coaches brings their own unique flavor.

You've got the drive. We've got the tools. Let's make it happen!