2005-2007 Catalog - University of Arkansas at Monticello

Tutoring Center
Location: Harris Hall, Third floor, Monticello
Telephone: (870) 460-1454
Fax: (870) 460-1354
Mailing Address: UAM Box 3458, Monticello, AR 71656
Email: hughesl@uamont.edu
The Tutoring Center provides drop-in tutoring support, residence hall tutoring,
study skills lab and academic workshops to students seeking academic assistance.
The Tutoring Center assists students in becoming independent learners who
function successfully in the academic environment and achieve his or her academic
goals. Tutoring is provided free to individuals and small groups in almost all
subject areas. Self-study computer programs and assessments as well as supplemental
resource books and software are available.
Upward Bound
Location: Harris Hall, Room 327, Monticello
Telephone: (870) 460-1010
Fax: (870) 460-1909
Mailing Address: P. O. Box 3629, Monticello, AR 71656
Email: jamesr@uamont.edu
The Upward Bound program, a federally-funded program sponsored by the U.S.
Department of Education, is designed to increase motivation, raise educational
aspirations, and provide basic academic skills which will enable program participants
to enter and succeed in a post-secondary institution.
High school students from five counties in southeast Arkansas come to the
University campus 26 times during the academic school year and live on campus
for six weeks during the summer. The program provides the students with basic
skills instruction in English, science, mathematics, reading, and study skills.
Upward Bound also offers the students tutoring, counseling in personal, academic,
and career areas and provides cultural and recreational activities.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.)
Summer Program for at-risk youth
Location: Harris Hall, Room 124, Monticello
Telephone: (870) 460-1154
Fax: (870) 460-1810
Mailing Address: P .0. Box 3094, Monticello, AR 71656
Email: you@uamont.edu
Y.O.U. is a residential summer school and work program for youth aged 14-16.
The program is designed to encourage students to graduate from high school. For
additional information, please contact the Y.O.U. Coordinator at (870) 460-1154.
Conduct Code
As a public institution of higher learning, the University of Arkansas at Monticello
has as part of its mission to search for truth and understanding, and to
strengthen students capabilities as thoughtful contributors to society. This mission
is partially fulfilled by encouraging and assisting students to take personal
responsibility for their actions and to learn to be productive members of society. It
is the purpose of the University Judicial System to foster a supportive climate by
protecting the community from behavior that is destructive to the living, learning,
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