Step Up Your Game
Want to take your academic experiences to the next level? You can take steps to enhance your existing skills or explore new opportunities. Check out the resources below!
Improve Your Research Skills
Need research help? SBU librarians love answering your questions! They are available to help you find all types of information, and can teach you how to use effective search strategies, use the library’s online databases, engage with resources on the open web, cite your sources, avoid plagiarism and more. Learn about all the different ways to contact a librarian on our Ask-A-Librarian page, and explore more on the library's website.
Improve Your Writing Skills
Writing tutors are trained to help writers of all skill levels and at any stage of the writing process. The Writing Center aims to help make writers better critics of their own writing, so that they can succeed in the academic community, in the workplace, and in life.
Improve Your Public Speaking Skills
Public speaking is intimidating for many students. This course can help you develop stronger communication skills which will be valuable during college and throughout your career.
COM 120 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Engage in High-Impact Opportunities
Students are encouraged to participate in these experiential, hands-on activities. Not only will they enrich your college experience, but these opportunities are shown to have a “high impact” on students’ overall academic performance, success, and well-being.
Internships, Jobs, and Experiential Learning