Maintaining the balance between academics and athletics is a key component to success as a varsity student-athlete. The Black & Gold Academic Support Program provides Dalhousie student-athletes with resources to assist them in achieving their academic goals. This is a mandatory program for first year student-athletes and optional for all others. Components of the program include:
- study skill seminars
- study halls
- sponsored tutoring
- academic support
Other academic resources available to all Dalhousie students include Academic Advising Services, Studying for Success and the Writing Centre.
Goals of the Black & Gold Academic Success Program are to:
- Introduce study skills that will help student-athletes become effective learners
- Provide regular study halls to encourage student-athletes to study
- Provide tutors for student-athletes in need of assistance*
- Assist student-athletes with academic concerns and challenges
*All tutors must be pre-approved and registered by Kathy Spurr, Education Coordinator.
Program Schedule:
| Day | Time | Program | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 8-10 pm | Black & Gold Study Hall | Killam Library, room 4106 |
| Wednesdays | 8-10 pm | Black & Gold Study Hall | Killam Library, room 4106 |
| Fridays | 12-2 pm | Office Hours | Bethune Building, room 668 |
For more information contact:
Kathy Spurr BSc., RRT, MHI, FCSRT
Education Coordinator
Room 668, Bethune Building
Phone: 902-473-2382
Email: kfspurr@dal.ca
