Academic Success at TUJ is about empowering every student to reach their goals. We provide guidance, tools, and meaningful support so students can thrive academically, build confidence, and stay on track to graduate.

Students can book an appointment with the Director of Academic Success to discuss academic struggles and to plan strategies for success. Academic Success also includes the First-Year Experience Program, Flightpaths, Owlportunities, SOAR (Academic Success Workshops), UNVS 1006 (Academic Success Strategies).

Director of Academic Success

Flightpaths

What Is Flightpaths?

The transition to college is a huge adjustment, and it is common for students to face academic challenges in their first semester. Flightpaths is a semester-long program for students on academic warning after their first semester at TUJ. Through regular meetings with advisors and peer support resources, students will identify strengths, challenges, and strategies for academic success. They will create a plan to build effective academic habits and regain academic good standing, so they can move toward their goals. Through early intervention, this program aims not only to help students improve their GPA but also to help them build a toolkit for academic success in future semesters.

How Do Students Enroll in Flightpaths?

All students on academic warning after their first semester at TUJ are automatically enrolled in Flightpaths. To get started with the program requirements, students should set up a meeting with their academic advisor or with the director of academic success.

What Do Students Do in Flightpaths?

The Flightpaths program includes three meetings with an academic advisor and two meetings with a peer support resource. During the semester, students will also receive two email newsletters with academic success tips and information about campus resources.

Academic Advisor Meeting 1: Before the Semester Begins
In this meeting, students reflect on the previous semester, set goals for the coming semester, and make any necessary adjustments to their schedule. Advisors and students can also discuss resources that might be helpful in meeting the semester goals. These could include Accessibility Services, TLC, Academic Success coaching, or other campus resources.

Peer Support Resource Meeting 1
Students in Flightpaths can choose which peer support resource will be most helpful to them. Students who have questions about classes, majors, or general adjustment to college can meet with an AAC Peer Mentor. Students who want tutoring in a specific subject area can make an appointment with a Tutoring Center tutor New Tab. And students who are interested in discussing strategies for time management, organization, study skills, or academic stress can meet with the director of Academic Success New Tab or a Tutoring Center peer success coach New Tab.

Academic Advisor Meeting 2: Midway through the Semester
At their second meeting with their academic advisor, students will check in on their semester goals and discuss ways to address barriers and setbacks. They will also check in on their midterm progress ratings for each course.

Peer Support Resource Meeting 2
Students can meet with the same peer resource as they did in meeting 1. They are also welcome to try out a different resource for this meeting.

Academic Advisor Meeting 3: After the Semester Ends
When the semester ends and grades come in, students will meet with their advisor again to reflect on the semester. They will discuss their current academic standing, complete a final reflection, and consider their next steps.

What Happens After the Flightpaths Program Ends?
Flightpaths is a one-semester program. At the end of the semester, students who have returned to academic good standing should continue to check in with their advisor for academic planning. Students who remain on academic warning or move to academic probation will follow the requirements outlined on the Academic Standing page.

Owlportunities

Owlportunities is an event for students who finish their first semester at TUJ with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. The event celebrates their academic success and encourages them to engage in new ways with the TUJ community. Students have the opportunity to network with their peers and meet faculty, staff, and students who can introduce them to opportunities such as undergraduate research, leadership opportunities, student employment, internships, and scholarships. By encouraging deeper involvement in the TUJ community, Owlportunities supports students’ sense of belonging and understanding of the value of their education.

SOAR (Academic Success Workshops)

The academic success workshop series is an opportunity for students to explore topics related to success inside and outside the classroom. In a relaxed and engaging atmosphere, faculty, staff, and student presenters share information in their area of expertise. Past topics include outlining, using your syllabus for success, time management, note-taking, holistic wellbeing, and preparing for exams.

The schedule for Fall 2026 will be available soon.

The First-Year Experience Program

The First-Year Experience (FYE) Program at TUJ helps students build community, connect to resources, and plan for their time in college. At the center of the program are the three FYE courses, which include SCTC 1001 for Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and AI majors, KLN 1001 for Communication Studies majors, and CLA 1001 for students in all other majors. These one-credit courses are taught by TUJ faculty and staff who are enthusiastic about engaging with and supporting first-year students.

The FYE Program at TUJ also includes the AAC Peer Mentors. These are students who are selected for their academic excellence, involvement in campus life, and desire to help their fellow students make the most of their time at TUJ. AAC Peer Mentors work with the FYE instructors to facilitate courses and support students both in and out of class.

Ideally, students take an FYE course in their first semester, but students can benefit from the course in their second semester as well.

Topics Covered in FYE Courses

• Time Management
• Holistic Wellness
• Using Campus Resources
• Communicating on Campus
• Academic Planning
• Thinking about AI
• Intercultural Learning
•  Exploring Your Library
•  . . . and more!

Program Learning Goals

1. Students will identify and apply appropriate academic and time management strategies.  
2. Students will examine and develop strategies to promote wellbeing and explain how wellness impacts academic and personal success.  
3. Students will identify and use appropriate campus resources that contribute to their learning within and beyond the classroom.  
4. Students will identify and use effective communication techniques in and out of class
5. Students will articulate the value of a college education and create a plan including major, gen eds, electives and extracurricular activities that supports their academic and personal growth and career goals.
6. Students will evaluate the responsible and ethical use of technology in support of their learning.

Academic Success Strategies (UNVS 1006)

UNVS 1006, Academic Success Strategies, is a one-credit, elective course that provides students with instruction in and practice of the academic attitudes, habits, and skills necessary for college success. Topics covered include setting goals, considering priorities, and developing motivation. Additionally, the course covers strategies for time management, dealing with stress, class participation, academic reading, note-taking, test-taking strategies, organization, study techniques, and use of campus resources. 

Academic Success Strategies is open to all TUJ students, regardless of year, major, or academic standing.