Student Academic Success Sessions
The Student Academic Success Sessions are supplemental education programs designed to impart the necessary academic skills to attendees through engaging conversation and discussion.
All virtual sessions can be found on Blackboard ( https://bb.siue.edu). After you login to Blackboard, navigate to the Student Academic Success Sessions (SASS) organization by clicking mySIUE and then My Organizations.
Some videos may be repeated from previous semesters, please plan accordingly to watch five different videos if you are trying to receive credit. Also, please consult your advisor about needing to complete a health credit or not!
Data on who has watched the videos is pulled weekly. Please allow some time for our data analytics to upload that information.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Kelly Atkins (kelatki@siue.edu), Associate Director of Student Success or Wyatt Bridger (wbridge@siue.edu), Student Success Coach.
Note: SASS workshops are not required for all students and are not a graduation requirement for the general student population.
We apologize for any confusion this may have caused and appreciate your understanding.
Fall 2026 SASS Workshops
Date: September 29th
Location: Student Success Center 0200
Time: 5-6pm
Session Title: It's Giving... Unprepared
Presenter: Wyatt Bridger
Description: Are you someone who is struggling with Time Management or Procrastination? Have you filled out your calendar this semester for important due dates and deadlines? Hmmm, it’s giving… unprepared. Please join us as one of our Success Coaches helps you to battle procrastination, overcome time management issues, and charge towards success with a completed planner. All students will need to bring their preferred calendar (paper, phone, or computer) as well as their class syllabi.
Date: October 12th-16th
Location: Virtual (Blackboard)
Session Title: Small Steps, Big Change: Defeating Learned Helplessness
Presenter: Leighann Fuller
Description: Feeling stuck, unmotivated, or like it’s easier to give up than try? Join us for a virtual SASS Workshop on learned helplessness and how it can affect your motivation, confidence, and success in college. We’ll explore why we sometimes fall into patterns of “I can’t” and “what’s the point?” and, more importantly, how to break those patterns. You’ll leave with practical strategies for challenging negative thoughts, taking manageable steps forward, asking for help, and building confidence in your ability to succeed. Small steps can lead to big change—come learn how to take your next one!
Date: October 21st
Location: Student Success Center 0200
Time: 5-6pm
Session Title: Alcohol Harm Reduction
Presenter: Cathy Passananti
Description: Come celebrate National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week! This session is NOT about abstaining; it’s about reducing harm and increasing worry-free fun.
Date: November 10th Location: Student Success Center 0200 Time: 5-6pm
Session Title: Seasonal Affective Disorder
Presenter: Cathy Passananti
Description: Further details coming soon!!
Date: November 18th Location: Student Success Center 0200 Time: 5-6pm
Session Title: Food Literacy
Presenter: Nina Harris
Description: There are many ways to define food literacy. Join us to discuss food labels, how to read them, and ways to incorporate major food groups!
Date: Nov 23 – Dec 4 Location: Virtual (Blackboard)
Session Title: Finals Prep
Presenters: Academic Success Team
Description: During this session, the Success Coach team will provide study strategies and tips to pass your final exams. If you have been stressing out and in need of academic assistance to finish the semester strong, the Success Coach team is here for you!
