About The Maytum Learning Commons

Posted: September 1, 2011

The Maytum Learning Commons draws together a variety of academic support services to create a “one-stop shop” for students in Allegheny’s Pelletier Library. Peer consultants assist students with writing, public speaking, effective use of technology, and study in a variety of academic subjects.

Our professional staff arrange accommodations for students with disabilities; consult with students on study skills such as time management, effective reading, and test taking; coordinate new student orientation; and support the academic advising program.

Comments, questions, and suggestions for the Learning Commons are welcome and should be sent to learningcommons@allegheny.edu.

Schedule Changes for Final Exams

Posted: April 16, 2012

We are approaching the end of the spring semester, and the Learning Commons has made several changes to the normal schedules for peer consultations and subject tutoring in advance of final exams.

The finals period begins with study days on Wednesday, May 2nd and Thursday, May 3rd. Final exams begin on Friday, May 4th, and continue through Tuesday, May 8th.

The last day for drop-in tutoring hours in all academic departments will be Tuesday, May 1st. Individual matched tutors may continue to meet with students at the tutor’s convenience through the end of the finals period.

Writing, speech, and technology consultants will continue their normal schedule (3:00pm – 5:00pm and 7:00pm – 11:00pm) through Tuesday, May 1st.  Writing consultants will be available to meet with students from 12:00pm to 5:00pm on Wednesday, May 2nd and Thursday, May 3rd, but speech consultants and technology consultants will not be available after Tuesday, May 1st.

Professional staff are available to meet with students during normal business hours (8:00am – 5:00pm). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Learning Commons at (814) 332-2898, or learningcommons@allegheny.edu.

Get the Most out of Your Studying!

Posted: February 2, 2012

Are you looking to take your studying to the next level in 2012? The Learning Commons would like to recommend a set of instructional videos from Dr. Stephen Chew, Professor of Psychology at Samford University, on how to get the most out of your studying.

Dr. Chew has prepared five videos with recommendations for better studying based on principles of cognitive psychology. Though that may sound intimidating, the videos are easy to follow, and contain valuable information about how you can change your approach to studying to better understand your course material, and be more successful on your exams.

In the first video, Dr. Chew explains the importance of “metacognition,” which is a term for what you think about your own processes for studying:

You can access the rest of the series by clicking here. Good luck, and good studying!

Consultations and Subject Tutoring

Posted: January 19, 2012

Peer Consultations for Writing, Speech, and Technology are scheduled to begin on Monday, January 23rd. Consultants are available to meet with interested students in the Learning Commons from 3:00-5:00pm and 7:00-11:00pm, Sunday through Thursday.

Please use the links in the menu on the right side of the page to schedule an appointment for a writing, speech, or technology consultation.

Drop-In Subject Tutoring begins on Monday, January 23rd as well.  Please see the Spring 2012 Drop-In Tutoring Schedule for available subjects, meeting times, and locations.

Spring 2012: It’s a New Semester!

Posted: January 3, 2012

Start your semester well by setting new goals, brushing up on your time management skills, or learning new note taking techniques! Classes begin on Wednesday, January 18th, and it’s never to early to start planning for success!

Take a look at all of our available Study Skills Resources on the tab to the left. You can request an appointment with a professional staff member for assistance with any of these topics, or to discuss any other concerns. We look forward to seeing you soon!