Web address: https://www.hiram.edu/student-resources/student-academic-services/

Faculty and Staff

Brooke Davidson
Professional Academic Advisor

Sherman Dean II
Professional Academic, Graduate, and Transfer Student Advisor

Nicole Gatrell, M.A.Ed.
Executive Director of Advising and Student Academic Support
International Student Advisor

Brittany Jackson, Ed.D.
Disability Services Coordinator

Courtney Mauck, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of English
Director of Writing Across the Curriculum

Stephanie Simpson, M.Ed.
Professional Academic Advisor
Director of Emerging Scholars Program

The Study Hub

The Study Hub is a collaboration space located in the Library that is available to all students. Students can receive writing support from the Writing Center, attend drop-in tutoring sessions, and attend student success programming.

Academic Coaching

Students who take advantage of this service will work one on one with professional staff to establish personally meaningful goals, develop an individualized self-management system, and learn effective study strategies based on their unique learning style. Students who participate will be engaged in a team effort with their professors, their faculty advisor, and other essential college resources to assist them in achieving their academic and personal goals.

Peer Tutoring

Student Academic Support offers a variety of free tutoring options for all students.

  • Drop-In Tutoring: Drop-in tutoring is offered throughout the week in the Library. Students can utilize this time to ask questions or receive assistance with course material and study skills.
  • 1-on-1 Tutoring: Students who need tutoring outside of the drop- in times or cannot make the drop-in times are able to request a 1-on-1 tutor. 1-on-1 tutoring is available for all students who are taking courses at Hiram College. These services can take place in-person or via Zoom.

Student Success Programming

Designed to assist all students, Student Academic Services offers presentations and workshops throughout the year on a variety of academic success topics. Staff collaborate with instructors, residence hall staff, and campus clubs and organizations to plan a variety of events.

The Writing Center

Web address: https://www.hiram.edu/student-resources/student-academic-services/writing-center/

Directed by Dr. Courtney Mauck and located in the Library, the Writing Center exists to support the school's comprehensive commitment to writing. Students in all courses are encouraged to bring papers to the Writing Center at any stage in the writing process for feedback. Writing assistants--skilled writers of almost every major trained to help students improve their writing--work with Hiram students on papers, writing assignments, capstone projects, and other written work.

The Emerging Scholars Program

Web address: https://www.hiram.edu/academics/undergraduate-studies/emerging-scholars-program/

Directed by Stephanie Simpson, the Emerging Scholars Program allows students to take their experiences and opportunities for academic enrichment, professional development, and interdisciplinary discourse to new heights. The program provides academic, social, and cultural enrichment; courses and activities tailored to enhance academic performance; and sustained support for selected students during their first year of study. Emerging Scholars are given the tools and encouragement that will help them maximize their ability to thrive in the classroom and in broader areas of campus life. 

Testing Center

Hiram College offers a testing center, located in the Hiram College Library, that provides a distraction-free environment for students. This service is available upon request through Student Academic Services.