Academic/Tutor Services
Tutor Services
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https://northwesternuniv.gradesfirst.com
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We provide tutorial assistance to all varsity student-athletes as part of the Study Skills program. All entering freshman student-athletes are required to participate in the Study Skills program (Learn more about this requirement); however, many upperclassmen take advantage of the available tutoring as well. Two different tutor resources are available: Coordinated Learning Teams (CLT) small-group reviews, and individual tutoring.
Coordinated Learning Teams (CLTs).
These small group review sessions are led by a learning leader/tutor. The group generally consists of 5-10 student-athletes enrolled in the same class. Learning teams meet once or twice per week throughout the quarter to discuss weekly lecture notes and/or reading material. Additional sessions are scheduled periodically during midterm and final exam preparations
Individual Tutoring
One-on-one tutoring with a student-athlete designed to cover specific course material: Please be advised that there is a "No Show" policy for student-athletes who request an individual tutor. All student-athletes must agree to the policy before their individual tutor request will be processed. Please follow the instructions below:
o Log into GradesFirst
o Next to the class you’d like a tutor for, click on “Request a Tutor”
o Fill in the times you are available (put in a wide variety of days/times for best results). Be specific! Example: “Mondays from 3:00pm – 8:00pm, Tuesdays anytime before 11:00am or after 4:00pm, Thursdays 9:00am – 12:00pm and 4:00pm – 7:00pm, anytime on Sundays”
o Under Select Location, Choose “In-Person” or “Remote”
o If applicable, indicate if this is for a “writing tutor”
o Click “Send”
Each of these tutoring services is designed to provide academic assistance and support for student-athletes. It is NOT intended to replace regular class attendance, completion of homework or exams, or attendance at class review sessions; rather, is it intended to supplement these activities.
Contact Info
Ellie Macchione, Tutor Coordinator
E-Mail: ellie.macchione@northwestern.edu | Office: (847) 467-4576 | Fax: 847-491-7194
