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Student Academic Services (SAS)’s Academic Skills Workshop Series guides students in developing skills that lead to long-term success in Higher Education, future careers, and life broadly.
Below are the topics, dates, and times of the workshops.
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Workshops Held Virtually Via MS Teams
Upcoming Fall 2026 Workshops
Friday, September 11th
Location: MS Teams
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Every semester is a new beginning and an opportunity to level up your skills and engagement as a college student! Many bright and capable students get overwhelmed by the sheer number of syllabi, new courses, and new faces at the start of the semester, and may forget to intentionally engage in practices that set them up for success. This workshop will focus on insights, ideas, best practices, and experiences from a panel of successful MSU Denver students representing an array of backgrounds.
Friday, October 2nd
Location: MS Teams
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Online Student Success is a dynamic workshop designed to help students thrive in virtual learning environments. Participants will explore strategies for staying motivated, building connections, and using digital tools effectively. Whether you’re new to online courses or looking to improve your performance, this workshop offers practical tips and peer insights to boost confidence and academic outcomes. Join us to unlock your potential and make the most of your online education experience.
Friday, October 16th
Location: MS Teams
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Do you feel like you have too much on your plate? You’re not alone. This workshop will share best practices and principles for how to balance the competing demands of student life, work, family commitments, and the other pulls on your time. This interactive session will provide fundamental tools for setting priorities, learning to say no when you can, and manage time more effectively.
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Friday, November 6th
Location: MS Teams
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
It can be easy to think of being a “working student” solely in terms of the challenges of balancing so many competing demands as a student, employee, and all the other roles many MSU Denver students hold. However, skills gained in the workplace –whether on-campus work or off-campus—can actually promote student success in the classroom. Similarly, the skills that help students succeed as students can also make them better employees. In this workshop, students will gain an appreciation for how being a working student can be beneficial, enrich their resume, provide professional and personal development, and otherwise be an asset both in the classroom and workplace!
Friday, November 20th
Location: MS Teams
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
This workshop helps undergraduate students develop practical study strategies that lead to academic success. Study Skills That Work introduces evidence-based techniques for taking effective notes and reading critically. Students will learn to use active learning methods that improve understanding and retention. Through interactive activities and self-reflection, participants will identify their current study habits and develop a personalized plan for academic improvement. Whether students are adjusting to college expectations, looking to improve grades, or seeking more efficient ways to learn, this session provides practical tools that can be applied immediately.
Friday, December 4th
Location: MS Teams
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
All of us are guilty of becoming “highlighter happy” (highlighting everything) at least once in our lives! Most people have a preferred way to learn, and just highlighting course readings may not be the best way to optimize learning, especially when getting ready for an exam. This workshop will focus on the actual process of understanding patterns and connections among materials, and how to approach exams with confidence! There will be an emphasis on creating graphic organizers and using stress reduction techniques to focus the mind during exams.