Academic Planning and Advisement
Students and their academic advisors should meet regularly to review and discuss students’ academic progress. Professional and personal goals and objectives. Advisors recommend course selection and sequence and remain key points of contact and sources of guidance throughout students’ academic career at UCB. Students are expected to schedule an appointment and meet with their assigned academic advisor prior to registration. In addition to the ongoing guidance provided by academic advisors, each student has access to staff who are available to offer information on financial aid, assist with internships and field placements, and provide referrals to other agencies and organizations. Staff will also assist students in developing peer support groups for academic, professional, and social networking.
Learning Resources Center (LRC)
The Learning Resource Center (LRC) offers a range of academic support including one-on-one tutoring, group study sessions, and academic workshops for UCB students. The LRC is staffed by the LRC Coordinator and a team of Learning Support Associates (LSAs). LSAs provide services in English, Spanish, and Mandarin. Students can find several academic tip sheets, Quizlet sets, and technology assistance information on the LRC’s webpage (urbancollege.edu/learning-resource-center). Refer to Catalogue.
Arrangements for tutoring are made via the LRC email address (lrc@urbancolleg.edu), calling 617.449.7044, or through the LRC’s WCONLINE scheduling website (urbancampus.mywconline.com). There are detailed guides on how to register for and use WCONLINE on the LRC’s webpage (urbancollege.edu/learning-resource-center).
Accessibility and Accommodations
The office of Student Services and Support at Urban College of Boston provides services to students who qualify as having a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The office of Student Services and Support is responsible for accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and applicable state law. The ADA defines disability as: “A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as having such an impairment.”
The services provided to registered students with disabilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Providing advocacy support for students with documented disabilities.
- Coordinating services for students with disabilities, which includes verifying eligibility for academic accommodations based on documentation.
- Providing assistance to members of the campus community in responding to disability- related issues and concerns.
- Working with the larger campus community to overcome architectural, attitudinal, and administrative barriers.
- Educating and training students on assistive technology resources.
- Coordinating peer note-taking services.
- Providing exam accommodation.
- Assisting students with academic strategies.
- Assisting with the diagnostic evaluation referral process
Urban College of Boston is committed to the success of its students. This includes providing equal access to all members of the student body. The Accommodation and Accessibility Process document provides step by step instructions to address student inquiries and requests for accommodations and includes accessibility resources.
If a student is interested in requesting an accommodation, they are encouraged to contact the Rosana Perella, Director of Student Services and Support to get the process started.
P: 617-449-7380
Alumni Association
The Urban College of Boston Alumni Association was established in the spring of 2004 with a generous grant from Hannah and Moses Malkin. The UCB Alumni Association is open to all degree and certificate recipients. Those interested in more information about the UCB Alumni Association may contact the Chief Advancement Officer.
Identification Cards
UCB will issue identification cards to all students upon their enrollment. All students are required to complete the process to have a card issue and carry it with them whenever they come to campus. Students may be asked to produce their identification card by UCB and building staff.
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