Frequently Asked Questions

SI Leaders are upper classmen who have earned an A in the course.

Any student enrolled in the course can attend.

On the first day of class, your SI Leader will introduce themselves in class and explain when/where SI sessions will take place for the term.

SI sessions are free!

Attendance is voluntary.

SI sessions are a great opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, notes, etc. Students who attend SI sessions regularly can earn up to a full letter grade higher than those who do not. Attending SI sessions will allow you to develop a deeper understanding of the course while helping you develop stronger study skills.

You do not need to sign up to attend.

Your SI leader will announce the time and location at the beginning of the term. They will send reminders as well.

SI leaders are not teaching assistants and do not tutor. SI leaders are trained to facilitate weekly review sessions centered around collaborative learning and study strategies. SI leaders do not grade, hold tutoring sessions, or substitute for the professor.

It is the student’s responsibility to take their own notes. SI leaders will not share their notes with students in the course. The notes an SI leader takes are different to those of a student who is enrolled in the course.

It is recommended that you bring the same materials you would normally bring to class.

Attendance is not shared with professors.

There is no extra credit associated with attending SI.

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