Residential Studying &Tutoring (RST)
What is RST?
The aim of the Residential Studying & Tutoring program (RST) is
to help promote effective study habits and to bring academic support
for some of the University's most challenging and demanding first-year
courses into the residence halls. The RST program, developed jointly
by the Center for Academic Success and the Office of Residence Life,
is designed to provide first-year students with the opportunity to
connect with other residents, study with peers, and seek the help of a
knowledgeable tutor.
Courses Offered
RST sessions are offered weekly in the following first-year courses for spring 2013:
- Chm 30
- Eco 29
- Eco 45
- Math 22
- and a *new* Calculus Night including MATH 21, 76, 81, and 52.
When is RST offered?
RST sessions are offered on a weekly basis Sunday through Wednesday 8:00-10:00pm.
Where
is RST Offered?
RST sessions are offered in each of the five first-year residence hall areas — Upper Centennials, Lower Centennials, Richards, Dravo and M&M. Specific locations are as follows:
- Dravo — B213
- M&M — 3rd floor lounge
- Richards — 1st floor study lounge
- Lower Centennials — Palmer 1st floor quiet study lounge
- Upper Centennials — McConn 1st floor study lounge
THE Spring 2013 RST SCHEDULE
| Residence |
Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday |
| Dravo | Eco 29 & Eco 45 |
MATH 22 | CHM 30 |
Calculus Night |
| M&M | Eco 29 & Eco 45 | Calculus Night | CHM 30 |
MATH 22 |
| Richards | Calculus Night | Eco 29 & Eco 45 | MATH 22 | CHM 30 |
| Upper Cents | MATH 22 |
Eco 29 & Eco 45 | Calculus Night | CHM 30 |
| Lower Cents | MATH 22 | CHM 30 |
Eco 29 & Eco 45 | Calculus Night |
What can you expect At an RST session?
Students
will be encouraged to work collaboratively with peers in order to
solve problems and understand challenging course concepts. Tutors
are always present and will answer questions and help guide learning
as needed.