Learning Center Study Skills & Resources
The Learning, Writing, and Speaking Centers
Our Front Desk is located in
Gleeson Library (Lower Level, G03)
TEL: (415) 422-6713
EMAIL: lwsc@usfca.edu
FAX: (415) 422-2194
Learning Center Summer
Office Hours
Mon-Thurs: 10:00am-7:30pm
Learning Center
Tutoring Hours
Mon-Thurs: 10:00am-7:30pm*
Writing Center
Tutoring/Office Hours
Mon-Thurs: 10:00am-7:30*
Speaking Center
Office/Tutoring Hours
Closed for summer
* Times Vary- Please check Schedule at myusf.force.com
Academic Skill Development
Academic Skill Development
The Learning Center strives to foster the enhancement of academic skills and abilities to assist students in becoming independent learners by providing USF students with support through one-on-one coaching appointments, workshops, and online resources.
2018-2019 Learning Center Academic Skills Development Initiatives.pdf
One-on-One Appointments with Learning Center Staff
One-on-One Appointments with Learning Center Staff
Learning Center academic skills coaches are available to meet one-on-one with any USF undergraduate or graduate student to discuss academic skills and strategies, including, but are not limited to: time management, general study skills (test-taking, note-taking, reading), goal-setting, prioritization, and more!
To meet with a coach, please log in to schedule an Academic Skills Coaching appointment.
Please contact The Learning Center at 415-422-6713 or lwsc@usfca.edu for further assistance.
Academic Skills Workshops and Webinars
Academic Skills Workshops and Webinars
Requested Workshops
Learning Center staff can facilitate workshops on course-specific topics and skills, including time management, study skills, procrasination, test-taking skills, note-taking techniques, motivation & goal-setting, and reading strategies. To request a Learning Center workshop, please fill out our request form.
DonTalks
Want to learn more about time management, test-taking skills, and more...on your own? Be sure to check out our free webinar series, DonTALKS, which cover an array of techniques you can use to better yourself as a present student and future professional.
Resources for Time Management and Organization
Resources for Time Management and Organization
7-Step Goal Setting Worksheet: 7-Step Goal Setting.pdf
The 7-Day Study Plan
PDF: 7-Day Study Plan.pdf
Excel: 
7-Day Study Plan.xlsx
Resources for Active Studying
Resources for Active Studying
Additional resources are on their way! Please check back soon.
The Study Cycle Worksheet: The Study Cycle.pdf
Resources for Test-Taking & Exam Preparation
Resources for Test-Taking & Exam Preparation
More resources are on their way! Please check back soon.
Test Taking Strategies PDF
Writing Center resources and links »
Resources for Motivation and Goal-Setting
Resources for Motivation and Goal-Setting
Resources are on their way! Please check back soon.
Resources for Learning Styles & Preferences
Resources for Learning Styles & Preferences
More resources are on their way! Please check back soon.
VARK Learning Style Questionnaire
PEPS Learning Style Inventory
Index of Learning Styles Questionnaire
Multiple Intelligences Test
Hemispheric Dominance Inventory Test
Tips for visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners
Additional Online Resources
Additional Online Resources
Online Applications
Chemistry: The Chemical Touch
Microeconomics: Microeconomics support
Nursing: HESI A2 Exam Prep 2015
Nursing: Hesi A2 Practice Test 2016
Foundations of Geometry: Khan Academy, Geometry
Additional Tools and Services
OnlineSchools.Org: Guide for College Level Tests
Evernote: Keep Tabs on Everything
Remember the Milk: Electronic Reminders
Free Mind: Free Mind Mapping Software
Mnemonics: Index of Popular Mnemonics
Chegg: Online Study Community
VassarStats: Statistics Computation Tool
Connexions: Online Learning Community
Online College Courses: Free online courses from the world's leading universities
Study Hacks: Student success advice blog by students for students
OCW Finder: Database of open course ware
Study Blue: The online home for your class notes, flashcards, and course materials
