About the Academic Center Tutors
Peer Writing Tutors
Academic Center writing tutors are peers who
- have successfully completed COM 3430 or ENG 3430 with an A or B, have demonstrated exceptional writing ability, or have earned a bachelor’s degree;
- maintain a high GPA;
- possess good written and oral communication skills; and
- have been recommended by instructors.
They receive continued training throughout the semester. The Academic Center Manager and the Academic Center Coordinator review their work. For information about applying to become a peer tutor, visit our employment page for peer writing tutors.
Subject-Area Tutors
Academic Center subject-area tutors are peers who have demonstrated superiority in their subject area and have been recommended by instructors. They receive direction from faculty in the appropriate field. These tutors are typically available ten hours a week. Call the Academic Center at (361) 570-4288 for available hours. For information about applying to become a subject-area tutor, visit our subject-area tutor employment page.
Important Dates
Spring Registration Begins
11/23/2009
Thanksgiving Holiday
11/25/2009
Fall Commencement
12/12/2009
Fall 2009 Grades Available
12/18/2009
Events
Education Job Fair
12/02/2009
News
UHV softball team signs first freshman - 11/20/2009
Final fall figures show phenomenal growth at UHV - 11/19/2009
State Rep. John Zerwas to speak at UHV fall graduation - 11/19/2009
Book published from UHV receives recognition - 11/19/2009
National organization elects UHV educator to leadership role - 11/19/2009
