We believe that in order to make a difference in the lives of the young men and women on our athletic teams, we must provide them with the programs, services and tools necessary for success in the classroom. We intend to create an atmosphere in the Thornton Center that encourages the students to take advantage of the support available and provides a place of welcome. We have high expectations for our students-athletes and have many programs and services designed to build champions in the classroom.
How Do Our Programs & Services Help You?
Student-athletes at Tennessee receive top-flight academic support through the Thornton Athletics Student Life Center. A few of our programs & services include:
Academic Support Services
- Tutoring - Assistance for any student-athlete in any of their courses
- The Writing Lab - a haven for student-athletes in need of assistance through all stages of the writing process for any discipline
- The Math Lab - a haven offering expert individualized tutoring and group study sessions related to math
- Study Hall - a quiet and equipped environment that offers structure, support, and supervision conducive to learning
Achieving Classroom Excellence (ACE)
- Provides mentoring that prepares student athletes by developing their time management and organizational skills
- Creates a day-to-day structure and fosters a sense of accountability for students’ academic responsibilities
- Facilitates comprehensive academic support program in conjunction with the Office of Disability Services
- Assists student-athletes with disabilities (physical, psychological, and learning)
The Advance Program
- Assists student-athletes’ transition from high school to college
Career Development & Life Skills Services
- Post-graduate opportunities
- Workshops on personal development issues, resume building, and interviewing
- Opportunities for community service
- Career fairs providing student-athletes with opportunities to network with employers
- A summer bridge program that assists new students with their transition to college
- Provides workshops include reading and test taking strategies, technology training, stress management and coping skills
The Renewing Academic Commitment (RAC) Program
- Assists former student-athletes in achieving their goal of graduation from the University of Tennessee
