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Brown Bag Lunch Discussion this Monday

Writing an effective personal statement?

If you are thinking about applying to internships, summer abroad programs, scholarships and you are not sure how to write an effective personal statement? If yes, then we are hosting an event this...

Posted: April 9, 2021, 11:23 PM

Student Caregivers Survey

According to AARP, there are 5 million student caregivers in the United States. 7 out of 10 student caregivers say their caregiving roles affect their academic achievements. Student caregivers...

Posted: April 6, 2021, 10:54 AM

Adult Learner Month Events

We hope to see you there!

Are you an Adult Learner? Not sure?  Well, Adult Learners are undergraduate students who are 25+ years old. At OCSS, Adult Learners are one of the four student groups who we work to support...

Posted: March 29, 2021, 1:16 PM

We're almost to the end of the semester!

Let's check in!

Hi Retrievers! We are almost done with the semester! Don't run out of gas now--here are some links to help you put on the afterburner and keep it going! Tutoring through the Academic...

Posted: March 29, 2021, 12:01 PM

How to Engage During Online Learning

Tips for how to engage inside and outside the classroom

Check out these two resource guides-tips to help students engage during online learning: Student Guide to Engaging During Virtual Learning Student Guide to Engaging Beyond the Virtual Classroom

Posted: March 27, 2021, 4:40 PM

Verzuz battle TONIGHT at 6PM

The battle of the 90s vs 00's music

Grab a couple of friends or join us by yourself and LET THE HITS KEEP ON COMING!!! The game is simple, create a 10-15 min playlist with what you and your team think are the best songs of your era....

Posted: March 23, 2021, 4:35 PM

Transfer Trek

Get Moving this Spring!

OCSS has partnered with the RAC for an exciting challenge specifically for Transfer students this April! Want a chance to win T-shirts and/or a Fitbit?! Then join us for Transfer Trek starting...

Posted: March 22, 2021, 12:34 PM

A message to help you with midterms.

Midterms are just around the corner! We want to wish all students good luck and success! You are halfway through the spring semester and have worked so hard in all of your courses. Keep going and...

Posted: March 16, 2021, 10:51 PM

Commuter Week: Learn How to Charleston

Bust out your best "Oldie but a Goldie" move

Be sure to end Commuter Week 2021: The Roaring 20s in fashion by learning the old school 1920s dance "The Charleston!" Follow the link below to learn how to do the dance:...

Posted: March 11, 2021, 7:01 PM

What to do if you get an academic alert

Keep calm and take action

Did you get a First Year Intervention (FYI) Academic Alert? Here are your next steps. An FYI alert is sent by instructors to students to notify them that they are in danger of receiving a D or...

Posted: March 9, 2021, 12:02 PM