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Gabby Dixon
Director of the Student Success Center
gdixon@williamsbu.edu
Tonya Bolton
Director of Advising & Athletic Eligibility
tbolton@williamsbu.edu
Good listening skills are critical to being successful in your career.Â
The following points distinguish a good listener from a poor listener.
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE SYLLABUS BEFORE REACHING OUT
Classroom Expectations | Each professor will have specific expectations for the students in their classes; however, these are common expectations that the majority of professors have:
Read Your Syllabus | The syllabus is the guide/outline that your professor has created to help you be successful in the classroom. Professors expect you to read these and pay attention to them! They view them as important, so to be successful, you need to view them as important! Look for these key items:
Course Logistics
Communication
Learning Expectations
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Important Information
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Class Attendance:Â
Be an Active Listener:
Talk to Your Professors:
If you are interested in setting up an appointment with one of our counselors, email counseling@williamsbu.edu
Williams attempts to help students develop holistically. Students needing assistance with personal problems should consult the Director of Counseling, Dr. Aneita Cooper. The university offers licensed professional counseling services. These counselors provide personal and confidential counseling services to students. In addition, some of our other faculty and staff are trained as ministers or counselors.
The university also has convenient access to local and regional mental health services. All students have access to tutoring and a comprehensive array of vocational/career services provided through the Joy Ring Student Success Center.Â
Other Important Contacts:
Williams Baptist University exists to cultivate Christ-centered leaders who make a difference in their lifework.