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Academic Success Center

Mabee Learning Commons

Helping you achieve your academic and personal goals to become your most resilient self through relational and skill-based learning.

Overview

Our mission is to empower students through Christ-centered academic and relational support, fostering a vibrant community where individuals grow in faith while developing the skills needed to thrive within the university and beyond. As faithful stewards, we are committed to walking alongside students in their journey, offering support during times of challenge. We strive to cultivate resilience, accountability, and meaningful connection while serving as advocates, mentors, and guides.

Location

The ASC is located on the first floor of Mabee Learning Commons.

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Tutoring & Writing Assistance

Types of Tutoring

Five types of tutoring are available for MNU students through the ASC: designated walk-in tutoring, small group tutoring, tutoring by appointment, and workshops, and online drop-off writing support. The subject, course, and tutors’ availability determine the type of tutoring offered. Because the ASC team realizes the need for support at all times of the day (and night), professional tutoring is available 24/7 via NetTutor (Live tutor subject hours may vary).

Need a Tutor?

Visit the Academic Success Center or schedule online
Download Guide to Schedule an Appointment

To view availability outside of walk-in/drop by times listed below, please refer to www.accudemia.net to view weekly appointment-based availability if offered by your subject matter tutor. For more information and appointment scheduling, visit us in Mabee Learning Commons or contact us at 913-971-3387 or asc@mnu.edu.

*All appointment must be made 24-hours in advance. A confirmation email will be sent to your @mnu.edu email once received.”

*Hours listed below are subject to change. Please review to the ASC SharePoint/Moodle page for the latest greatest offerings via digital format this semester.

Subject
Subject
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Day of Week
Day of Week
Chloe
Ashley
Subjects
Survey of Criminal Justice
Intermediate Algebra
New Testament
Walk-In Hours
Tuesday
3pm-6pm
Thursday
3pm-6pm
Jacob
Creswell
Peer Tutor
Subjects
accounting
Walk-In Hours
Wednesday
10am-12pm, 1pm-3pm
Jola
Felix
Subjects
College Algebra
Comp I & II
Statistics
US History
Walk-In Hours
Monday
6pm-8pm
Wednesday
10am-12pm, 6pm-8pm
Thursday
6pm-8pm
Sunday
6pm-8pm
Abigail
Funk
Peer Tutor
Subjects
Anatomy & Physiology
Chemistry Intro, I & II
Exercise Physiology
Human Nutrition
Nutrition for Health/ Wellness
Walk-In Hours
Thursday
6:30pm-8pm
Sam
Funk
Subjects
accounting
advanced spreadsheets
Computer Applications
Walk-In Hours
Monday
10am-12pm
Tuesday
2pm-3pm
Thursday
2pm-3pm
Friday
9am-10am, 2pm-3pm
Alyssa
Hacker
Subjects
Biology general molecular
Chemistry Intro, I & II
Walk-In Hours
Monday
8am-9am
Tuesday
5pm-7pm
Wednesday
10am-12pm, 5pm-8pm
Thursday
3pm-7pm
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Abigail "Abi"
Hands
CRLA Level 1 Certified
Peer Tutor
Subjects
Engaging with Math & Data
Statistics
Walk-In Hours
Monday
2pm-5pm
Ian
Hanson
Subjects
Chemistry Intro, I & II
Walk-In Hours
Monday
7pm-8pm
Wednesday
11am-2pm
Thursday
7pm-8pm
Sunday
6pm-8pm
Kendall
Hawes
Subjects
Christian Theology & Worldview
Intro to Music Theory
Psychology
Sociology
Walk-In Hours
Monday
2pm-6pm
Tuesday
11am-1pm
Wednesday
2pm-6pm
Thursday
2pm-3pm
Friday
11am-1pm
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Adriana "AJ"
James
Peer Tutor
Subjects
Intermediate Algebra
New Testament
Old Testament
Writing Assistance
Walk-In Hours
Monday
2pm-3pm
Wednesday
12pm-2pm
Thursday
2pm-4pm
Carter
Moore
Subjects
Calculus I & II & PreCalc
Walk-In Hours
Monday
3pm-5pm
Tuesday
11am-1pm, 5pm-7pm
Wednesday
5pm-7pm
Thursday
3pm-5pm
Friday
2pm-5pm
Noah
Murdock
Peer Tutor
Subjects
Church History
New Testament
Old Testament
Writing Assistance
Walk-In Hours
Monday
4pm-6pm
Tuesday
2pm-5pm
Sierra
Smith
Peer Tutor
Subjects
Greek
Writing Assistance
Walk-In Hours
Tuesday
11am-12pm, 2pm-3pm
Friday
11am-12pm, 2pm-3pm
Ian
Thomas
Subjects
Biology general molecular
Chemistry Intro, I & II
Walk-In Hours
Monday
5pm-7pm
Tuesday
5pm-7pm
Wednesday
6pm-7pm

NetTutor offers FREE 24/7 subject matter and college success skills tutoring as well as writing assistance in basic to advanced level courses. All MNU students have access to this online tutoring platform via the “Academic Help” section in Moodle. The Academic Help section can be found on the bottom right-hand side once signed into Moodle.

For steps on how to meet with a live tutor, drop off a paper, drop off a question, or access recordings of your previous online tutoring sessions, please review the Student Quick Reference Guide.

NetTutor YouTube Guide

Adult/Professional students may email papers to asc@mnu.edu to be reviewed by a writing tutor. Papers will be returned by email in approximately 48-72 hours from the business day they are submitted. Writing assistance is not provided through the ASC on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Papers submitted on a Thursday will be returned on Monday at the earliest. Graduate, professional, and undergraduate students are invited to bring their papers for review in-person.

*ASC writing tutors can review course papers for grammar, punctuation, spelling, organization of ideas/flow, clarity, etc. but do not provide APA citation and formatting assistance. For APA assistance, please contact Dr. Mark Hayse, Library Director at mahayes@mnu.edu or Dr. Addison Lucchi, Instructional/Research Librarian and Professor of English at amlucchi@mnu.edu

The Academic Success Center’s tutoring program is proud to offer high-quality peer and professional tutoring services. Our tutors are trained to support students across a wide range of subjects, helping them build confidence, improve academic skills, and achieve their goals.

Peer Tutor Qualifications:
  • B grade or higher in the subject area.
  • Recommendation from faculty member [Faculty Recommendation Form]
  • Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the interests of historically underrepresented groups.

Training is provided, and the work hours are coordinated based on your availability.

Professional Tutor Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in the areas related to student success: academic support, disability services, diversity, and inclusion
  • Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with database management
  • Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the interests of historically underrepresented groups
  • Two years of college or experience working in higher education or a closely related field is preferred

Student Success Coaching

MNU students have access to student success coaches that help them generate a student success plan (SSP) that guides them towards college success and achievement. The SSP aids students in defining their academic and personal goals, identifying and connecting with relevant campus resources, developing college success skills (time management, organization, note taking, etc.), and securing the accountability that is needed at times to follow through.

Meet Your Student Success Coaches

Coaches are assigned to each student by their declared major or student-athlete status. Identify your coach today!

*Our enhanced coaching model allows us to support students at all levels including traditional undergraduate, graduate, and professional populations!

Seyenna

Cavazos

Student Success Coach

Supports non-sport affiliated students majoring in Arts & Humanities, Christian Ministry & Formation, Natural, Health and Mathematical Sciences, and Nursing.

Valerie

Jones

Student Success Coach

Supports non-sport affiliated students majoring in Business and Digital Media, Education, Counselor Education, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Lee

Waldron

Success Coach

Supports all student-athletes, no matter their major.

What is Student Success Coaching?

  • Help students generate a Success Plan that includes their academic and personal goals
  • Connect students with relevant resources on campus(peer tutoring, accommodations, etc.)
  • Support students’ development of college success skills(i.e. time management, organization, note-taking, etc.) through individual and group academic and personal development workshops
  • Enhance students’ academic success through mentorship and tutoring
  • One-on-one Coaching Sessions
  • Identify personal, social, and academic obstacles or areas of growth
  • Determine useful campus resources and social support
  • Co-construct an action plan for student success
  • Provide accountability and follow up
  • Evaluate learning styles

Contact Us

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Mabee Learning Commons

2030 East College Way
Olathe, KS 66062-1899

Computer Lab and Study Room available 24 hours a day, seven days a week

Semester Hours

Monday: 8:00 am-6:00 pm

Tues. – Thurs: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Summer Hours
Mon. – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Academic Success Center

Dr. Abby Hodges

Vice President for Academic Affairs

PhD; Organic Chemistry, Yale University 
MS; Organic Chemistry, Yale University 
BS; Chemistry, Denison University

Dr. Hodges began her career in higher education at Azusa Pacific University as a chemistry professor from 2008 to 2014. She then moved to MNU where she taught and in 2018 was appointed Chair of the Department of Natural, Health, and Mathematical Sciences. From 2022-2023, before accepting the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Hodges was the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Dr. Hodges’ career research has focused on protein folding and protein engineering, and she has mentored over twenty students in these research projects. She has also furthered the MNU first-year experience program and chaired the General Education committee for five years. Dr. Hodges was recognized as the MNU Faculty of the Year in 2021.

Dr. Hodges lives in Olathe with her husband Ryan and two boys.

University Cooperative Program

Advantages of the MNU & Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences partnership program:

  • Students spend 3 years at MNU and 4 years at KCU
  • Requirement for Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is waived
  • Students graduate with a degree from both institutions (B.S. from MNU and D.O. from KCU)
  • The Program is available at both Kansas City and Joplin campuses

To qualify for entry into the program at MNU students must:

  • Enter the program at MNU at the beginning of the freshman year through the application process
  • Have a minimum ACT score of 28
  • Participate in community service
  • Have a dedication to the field of osteopathic medicine
  • Meet regularly with the MNU pre-professional committee

To qualify for program completion at KCU students must:

  • Complete all General Education requirements at MNU
  • Complete a minimum of 99 hours of course work at MNU
  • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.25
  • Maintain a science coursework GPA of 3.5
  • Participate in KCU-Com’s weeklong Summer Learning Enhancement Program
  • Complete the following course with a grade of “C” or higher at MNU:
    • Biological Sciences 12 hours
    • Chemistry 13 hours
    • Biochemistry 3 hours
    • Physics 8 hours
    • English Composition 6 hours

 

Other restrictions and qualifications may apply.

For additional information, contact Rion Taylor at rgtaylor@mnu.ed