Michael J. Hudock, Sr. Center for Academic Excellence
It's time to thrive.
Collaborate with a dedicated team of advocates.
When you walk through our doors, you can always count on advice from a team committed to helping you reach your absolute best.
Plan for your success.
Stop by to talk with someone or schedule a day and time convenient for you. A Coordinator of Student Success is ready to assess and guide.
Find resources to keep you on track.
Check out what's available. Pick up and go, chat with one of our staff members, or plan to attend one of our events designed to help you thrive academically and personally.
Tap into specialized resources.
Each student experience is unique. That's why we have services dedicated to your particular needs.
Peer Mentoring
Make a meaningful connection with a peer mentor, trained to share knowledge and experience with you as you navigate your Penn College journey.
Global Experiences
Enhance your educational experience by going global and immersing yourself into another culture.
First-Generation College Students
Whether you're a first-gen student, a champion, or both, raise your hand and your voice. Together, we can boost awareness and embolden the first-gen journey.
Student Advocacy
Benefit from services designed to support student advocacy and offer high-level intervention resources, both internal and external to Penn College.
Study Skills
Get direction on how to implement better study skills to improve academic preparedness by working with our team in partnership with faculty.
International Support
Access resources provided to help you thrive in your new home away from home.
Veteran & Military Services
Also found in the Davie Jane Gilmour Center, the Major General Fred F. Marty Veterans and Military Resource Center has a team that helps you coordinate benefits and make a smooth transition to college life.
Tutoring Services
Get support from comprehensive services found on the first floor of the Klump Academic Center. Tutoring Services offers a number of diverse learning opportunities to promote success, not just in the ACC but around campus.
Counseling Services
Mental health is an essential part of the student journey. Located on the second floor of the Bush Campus Center, our team of licensed counselors is here to guide the way, helping students resolve concerns that may affect their college journey.
Gear up for success.
Get guidance that will help you be successful as you navigate your college journey. Utilize this information to gear up for each week of the semester and familiarize yourself with common terms.
Weekly Guide
Check in weekly for helpful tips, tasks, and advice based on what's happening during the semester.
Student Glossary
Check out this glossary meant to familiarize you with offices, people, and general terms that will benefit your college experience.
Secondary Partnerships
A special mission of the Hudock Center of Academic Excellence, Secondary Partnerships supports our K-12 educators in numerous ways. From group tours, accelerated pathways, summer camps, and dual enrollment, this dedicated staff offers many opportunities to connect teachers, administrators, and students to Penn College.