Center for Academic Achievement

Soar to success with the CAA

We offer free services to help all FGCU students maximize their academic potential. Take advantage of free academic coaching, tutoring, supplemental instruction and writing consultations.

IMPORTANT UPDATE - AUGUST 11, 2020

The Center for Academic Achievement is committed to assisting our students as they return to classes and to campus in the current health climate:

- For the safety of our students and staff during the Coronavirus pandemic, the front office and phone lines of the Center for Academic Achievement are closed until Monday, August 17, 2020 and we will be working remotely. If you need to reach out to us during this time, please send an email to CAA@FGCU.EDU and someone will respond to you.

- The front office and phone line will reopen on Monday, August 17, 2020 and front desk hours will be Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

- All Academic Success Coaching sessions will remain online through Microsoft Teams or via phone.

- All Tutoring, Supplemental Instruction (SI), and Writing Lab sessions will remain online. Writing Lab sessions begin on August 17, 2020. Tutoring and SI sessions begin on August 24, 2020.

- It is highly recommended to schedule all appointments through the CAA website.

- Check out remote learning resources for tips and resources from the CAA to help with remote learning.

Remote Learning Resources

Schedule Online Academic Coaching Appointment

Schedule Online Tutoring Appointment

Online Supplemental Instruction Schedules

Online Drop-ins for Coaching on Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM

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Meet Our Team
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Lindsay A. Singh

Director, Center for Academic Achievement

Office: Library West 103G

Phone: 239-590-7906

E-mail:  lsingh@fgcu.edu

Natasha "Tasha" Ziegler

Assistant Director, Center for Academic Achievement

Office: Library West 103H

Phone: 239-590-7866

E-mail:  nziegler@fgcu.edu

Anthony Kolakowski

Academic Success Coach

Office: Library West 103B

Phone: 239-745-4406

E-mail:  akolakowski@fgcu.edu

Gail Mishler

Academic Success Coach

Office: Library West 103C

Phone: 239-745-4407

E-mail: gmishler@fgcu.edu

Kelsey Fischell

Writing Lab Coordinator

Office: Library West 201A

Phone: 239-590-1552

E-mail: kfischell@fgcu.edu

Suzy Ponicsan

Tutoring Services Coordinator

Office: Library West 201B

Phone: 239-590-7347

E-mail: sponicsan@fgcu.edu

Jori Remington

Program Assistant

Office: Library West 103J

Phone: 239-745-4357

E-mail: jremington@fgcu.edu

Soar to Success Workshops

Designed to enhance academic skills in an active, group setting. Individuals and organizations can request a workshop.

Writing Skills Workshop Schedule Workshop Evaluations

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The Center for Academic Achievement provides an opportunity for faculty, staff, organizations, and departments to request presentations. Please submit your request 4 weeks in advance so we can accommodate your request.

We would love the opportunity:
- To coach students on academic skills
- To introduce them to a current topic of interest
- To provide information on ways to enhance the educational experience
Professors - rather than cancel class while you are attending a conference, request the CAA to present to your class.
Students - do you want your club/organization to learn key tools for academic success? Request the CAA to present to your group.
If possible, we prefer a two week notice to accommodate your presentation needs.
We strive to meet each request however we cannot guarantee these services.
* We do not "substitute" or teach professor's lesson plans.
*We ask that ALL Workshops and Guest Presentations begin no later than 6:00pm.
***DEADLINE for Guest Presentations for Spring 2020 is April 13, 2020. We will no longer be presenting for the Spring 2020 term after this date.***

Click here to request a presentation.