Academic tools

Academic technology

• Computer labs
• UM Student i clicker Exchange
• New bibliographic program that is very easy to use/learn Try starting with Using Zotero 5 minute videos from Zotero
• Want more?  See the U Libraries site.

Math & chemistry review

• Unit conversions - Lab Manual Appendix 2 (pdf)
• Dilution theory - Lab Manual Appendix 4 (pdf)
• Math and Excel links

Math & statistics tutorials

• Confidence intervals (xls)
• Variance (xls)

U of M resources for academic success

• Assignment calculator
  Online time management tool, includes Lab Report (Biology)
• Computer labs for CBS students
• Disability Services
  Learning resources for students with disabilities.
• Math, Physics, and Chemistry Tutoring
  128/150 Lind Hall, 612-624-2890
• Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence
  Tutoring and academic support services.
  185 Klaeber Court, 612-624-6386
• Self-assessment worksheet (pdf) or (doc)
  Assess the factors that may contribute to academic challenges.
• SMART Learning Commons
  Free academic support and study spaces in Wilson Library (West Bank), Klaeber Court (East Bank), and Magrath Library (St. Paul).
• Student Writing Support, Center for Writing
  Online and face-to-face appointments offering free help in all stages of the writing process.
  15 Nicholson Hall, 9 Appleby Hall, 612-625-1893
• Study areas on campus
• University Counseling and Consulting Services
  Helps students who are experiencing personal and academic stress, relationship concerns and transitions that interfere with college achievement.
  109 Eddy Hall, 612-624-3323
• U of M resources to assist with academic achievement
  Includes tutoring resources
• Transfer student action plan
  Identify potential next steps to enhance your learning and engagement as a student in CBS

Other resources

• Designing scientific posters
  Helpful advice from Swarthmore College, Dept. of Biology