It's time to set clear goals, stay focused, and achieve more than just success—thrive academically and personally! With your College Success Coach, you’ll receive tailored guidance, strategies, and unwavering support to help you excel every step of the way. Let’s make your college experience extraordinary!
A College Success Coach is a professional who helps students build a solid foundation for both academic achievement and personal growth, enabling them to feel more confident and prepared throughout their college experience. The role focuses on equipping students with the tools and connections to resources they need to thrive during their time at 91制片厂.
Christy George
(409) 880-7214
cvanhorn@lamar.edu
Nicole Hebert
(409) 880-7673
nachirafis@lamar.edu
Sara Flores
(409) 880-2315
sflores42@lamar.edu
Karli Padia
(409) 880-8426
coeadvising@lamar.edu
American Sign Language:
Dr. Zanthia Smith
(409) 880-8952
zanthia.smith@lamar.edu
Art & Design:
Kurt Dyrhaug
(409) 880-8957
kjdyrhaug@lamar.edu
Communication:
Andre Favors
(409) 880-7135
afavors@lamar.edu
Music:
Debra Greschner
(409) 880-8078
debra.greschner@lamar.edu
Speech & Hearing Sciences:
Chelsea Lyles
(409) 880-8927
clyles1@lamar.edu
Acting & Technical Theatre:
Alan Brincks
(409) 880-8154
abrincks@lamar.edu
Dance:
Amy Elizabeth (Smith)
(409) 880-8291
asmith103@lamar.edu
Don't worry! You can identify your college by searching your major on LU's Majors and Degree Programs webpage.
A Success Coach focuses on the overall well-being and success of the student, offering guidance on both academic and personal growth.
An Academic Coach, on the other hand, is more narrowly focused on improving academic performance by addressing specific academic skills and subject matter.
You can read more about this topic on our Student Success Help Desk webpage.
No, it is completely free to work with any of our Success Coaches.
The frequency of meetings depends on your needs. Typically, students meet with their Success Coach twice a semester to track progress and adjust goals.
Progress is tracked by setting measurable goals at the beginning of each session. Your Success Coach will check in on these goals during follow-up meetings, making adjustments as necessary. You may also be asked to reflect on your progress or fill out brief surveys to monitor improvement.
The format of meetings depends on your Success Coach's availability. Success meetings are typically held in person, but students can request a phone or video appointment with their designated College Success Coach.
A coaching session typically lasts between 30 minutes to one hour, depending on your reasons for visiting. Initial appointments usually take 45 to 60 minutes, while follow-up sessions typically range from 30 to 45 minutes.
Yes! College success coaching is for all students, not just those struggling academically. It’s an opportunity to refine your skills, set goals, and optimize your college experience.
Bring any materials related to the topic you want to discuss, such as class syllabi, assignments, personal goals, or any challenges you're facing. Be prepared to discuss your current academic situation, what you're hoping to achieve, and any areas where you need support.