Workshops

Attend a free online study skills workshop in the fall and winter terms on a range of topics including time management, note taking, and exam preparation. The workshops are facilitated by trained learning support peer mentors and are designed with an undergraduate student audience in mind.

Study skills resources

Enrich your learning and improve your academic performance by browsing our collection of online resources and tip sheets.

Thriving in action

Thriving in Action (TiA) at USask helps students to build the skills to thrive - not just survive. Through interactive sessions, students will learn how to study smarter, manage stress, and build confidence while balancing academic success and personal well-being.

Online tutorials

JumpStart Your Learning New to university-level study? This tutorial focuses on the skills and strategies needed for transitioning to university. Topics include differences in high school and university expectations and environments, what those differences mean, and the skills needed to join and contribute to an academic community.

Remote Learning Readiness
Attending classes and learning online can be a rich experience. In this tutorial you will gets tips and explore the skills necessary for academic success in a remote learning environment.

Apply to be a Peer Mentor

We are currently seeking student candidates to serve as Academic Skills Peer Mentors for the 2025-2026 academic year. 

If you are interested in joining our dedicated team of Peer Mentors and contributing to the success of your peers, please submit your completed application by Monday, March 3, 2025.

Contact

Contact Gina Koehn if you have questions about study skills support or want to set up a time to meet with a Learning Specialist.