Student Resources
Contact Information
Counseling & Career Development
counseling@inverhills.edu
Phone: 651.450.3508
Location: College Center
Open Advising hours:
Mon - Thu: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Adjusted schedule for Open Advising on the following dates:
6/26: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
7/31: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
8/14: 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Related Links
Is online learning right for you?Student Success
The IHCC counseling staff is here to assist you with your transition to college, including orientation and classes for new students. Counselors can help you develop strategies to succeed in college, access college resources, and understand college policies/procedures. In addition, check out the online tools below to help you study, take tests, and manage your time!
Orientation, classes for new students, and college jargon you need to know
Orientation
Attending orientation is essential for all degree seeking students and mandatory if you will be registering for more than five credits. At orientation, you will gain essential information about educational options, selecting courses, college services, and policies/procedures. If you are not a returning IHCC student, please contact Admissions for more information. Otherwise, returning students can visit online review of orientation.
Classes for new students
INTS 1000, On Course: This class introduces proven strategies to help students create greater success in college and in life. The course provides an interactive environment for students to identify their motivation and opportunities for personal growth, engage in academic and career decision making, and explore and utilize campus resources and services. Strongly recommended for all new degree-seeking students.
INTS 1101, College Success Strategies: This is a two credit course designed to help you reach their educational goals. Topics include academic goal setting, testing strategies, time management skills, learning styles, and selecting courses. Presently, the course focuses on helping students become good online learners!
College jargon
You may already know these terms, but if not, you will soon! Visit college jargon.
Tools to help you study, take tests, and succeed academically in college
Reading and writing:
Seven Strategies for Reading Difficult Material
SQ3R - A Reading/Studying System
Online Grammar Handbook
Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Online Dictionaries - English, ASL
Math skills and math anxiety:
Math Practice Assessments
Accuplacer review (math, reading, and English)
Math Study Skills Self-Survey
Developing Math Confidence
Studying effectively:
What is Your Learning Style
Improving Memory and Concentration
Constructive Suggestions Regarding Motivation, Motivation Checklist
Sound Memory Strategies
Thinking Like a Genius
Handbook for students with ADD
Note-Taking and In-Class Skills
Editing Lecture Notes
Taking Tests:
Strategies to Use With Questions You Cannot Answer Immediately
Test Taking Tips
Test Taking Strategies
How to Keep Calm During Tests
Hints for Specific Types of Tests
Key Task Words in Essay Questions
Test Anxiety
Speakers Anxiety
Managing time and avoiding procrastination:
Printable Schedule Planning Worksheet
Time Scheduling Suggestions
Time Management Strategies for Improving Academic Performance
7 Day Procrastination Plan
Overcoming Procrastination
Online learning:
Is online learning right for you?
Is your computer properly figured to take online classes? Do a system test for Desire2Learn!