The Ballotti Learning Center is a multi-faceted support service providing diverse programs for the Suffolk University community. Most Learning Center programs offer strategies and techniques for improving academic success. For this reason, Learning Center programs are appropriate for students preparing for graduate school as well as students needing academic support in their current undergraduate or graduate program. The Ballotti Learning Center is located in the Donahue Building, 41 Temple Street, Room 208. The Center is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening hours are posted each semester. All services are free. For further information stop by the Center or call (617) 573-8235.

The following services are available at the Center:

Peer Tutor Program: Peer instruction in strategies for Time Management, Exam Preparation, Text Comprehension, Note Taking, Learning Style Analysis, etc. applied to current course work. Particularly appropriate for students preparing for graduate school or for students who are having academic problems in more than one course.

Study Group Program: Study group sessions for targeted high risk classes in which student leaders model techniques and strategies for understanding course content.

Campus Referral: Central service for providing referral information about resources on campus. Materials Resource Library: Self-study help in Math, English, study skills, computers, entrance exams, preparation guides for advanced degree programs.

AHANA International Peer Liaison Program: Peer outreach to answer questions and generally support international and African American, Hispanic, Asian, and Native American students during their transition into the Suffolk University community. University Achievement Program: The University Achievement Program is available to eligible incoming freshman. The program is designed to enable students to have a successful academic career. Participation includes a weekly seminar and an academic support network coordinated by professional educational consultants.

Special Services Program: Outreach Program to provide support to high-risk students identified by faculty and/or academic standing committees. Students may also self-identify college adjustment concerns. Students meet with an Educational Consultant to create an action plan and problem-solve challenges.

Learning Disabilities Services: Students with learning disabilities can receive services which will help them better understand the nature of their learning difference and how to adapt to a university environment. Students meet with the LD Specialist and collaboratively assess current learning needs. Learning differences, strategies, and time management concerns are discussed so that students become proactive learners in their educational experience. Tutoring and academic coaching are provided as resources to assist in reaching academic goals. For accommodations, students also need to bring official documentation to the Dean of Students Office.