Courses for Credit

Academic Improvement Classes

LASk 1001 Mastering Skills for College Success
LASk 1102: Academic Success

LASk 1101: Academic Refresher


LASk 1001 Mastering Skills for College Success

  • Description: This 2-credit class teaches students
    • Means to more effective study
    • How to think critically
    • Ways to successfully manage time and stress
    • Strategies to help comprehend textbook material
    • Approaches to preparing for exams
    • AND LASk 1001 increases academic and personal self-awareness
  • Registration: Students can register for LASk 1001 without a permission number.

LASk 1102:Academic Success

  • Description: This 2-credit class helps students who are at risk academically* build a plan for success. Students receive weekly instruction as well as the opportunity to meet with and discuss ideas with other students who are facing similar challenges.
  • LASk 1102 helps student learn what to do when:
    • Personal factors interfere with performance
    • Students are unhappy with the institution or degree program in which they are currently enrolled There are problems in specific courses Students' approaches to study are not bringing good results
    • A student is not really sure s/he wants to be in college
  • Registration: Sections of LASk 1102 require instructor permission to register. Interested students should contact the SASS front desk at (612) 624-3323 for a brief phone screening.  A SASS instructor will follow up with scheduling and registration information.

LASk 1101:Academic Refresher

  • Description: This 1-credit course is a term-B, mid-semester course that offers assistance over the 2nd half of the semester to students experiencing academic concerns.  Similar to LASk 1102, students receive weekly instruction and the opportunity to consult with students facing similar challenges.
  • Registration: LASk 1101 also requires instructor permission to register.  Interested students should contact the SASS front desk at (612) 624-3323 for a brief phone screening.  A SASS instructor will follow-up with scheduling and registration information.
* "At risk" meaning on academic probation, suspension, etc.