The purpose of the Center for Student Success (CSS) is to facilitate student learning and degree completion by providing programs, resources and services that advance academic and spiritual goal-setting, skill development, personal transition to and within the University setting, and effective critical thinking and decision making.
The Center for Student Success, located on the second floor of Cunningham Hall, provides a variety of educative and empowering support services for all Oakwood University students. Our Center provides academic resources that commissions students to overcome challenges, develop self-efficacy, and gain a competitive edge. The Center offers a safe, reassuring environment where all students are welcome to advance their education.
The Center for Student Success staff collaborates with Oakwood faculty, University staff, alumni, and the Oakwood student, to assist students at every phase of their scholastic journey. Directed support includes Academic Advising, Disability and Testing Services, Tutoring, Success Workshops, Classroom Instruction, and OU 101 Freshmen Seminar Courses. Our Labs provide support for students with Disabilities, Reading, and Writing needs. We also collaborate with the Mathematics Department for students who struggle in that area. Junior and Senior students, as well as Alumni, also provide tutoring for STEM majors. Moreover, the Center for Student Success collaborates with all academic departments to develop critical thinking citizens who will succeed both at the university, and beyond.