1. Academic Intervention
Online Workshop

2. Your success is important to us!
• As a student at Owens Community College your success is our
top priority! We want to make sure you have every opportunity to
succeed and complete your educational goals.
• The purpose of this intervention workshop is to help you
understand academic probation and its implications on you as a
student.

3. What is academic intervention?
• Academic Intervention is a term used by the college when your
cumulative grade point average (GPA) falls below a 2.0.
• When this occurs, a student is required to complete some type of
intervention.
• As a student, we encourage you to review the official policies and
procedures that govern students on academic probation.

4. What are the consequences of
academic probation?
• Registration holds
• Possible financial aid restrictions
• Ineligible to graduate
• Possible dismissal from the college

5. What should I do now?
• Identify the barriers that prevent your success.
• Develop a plan to address those barriers including:
• Balancing work and school
• Scheduling adequate study time
• Utilizing campus resources
• Communicating with your instructors
• Following up with your advisor

6. Should I change my major?
• No, not necessarily. But ask yourself:
• Did I fail because I was not interested in the class content?
• Am I still interested and excited about this major?
• Am I thinking about other interests and possible majors?
• Talk with your advisor on possible majors

7. Should I repeat the class I failed?
• It is highly recommended that you repeat a course you failed that you
still need the following semester.
• It is not always advisable to retake classes during the condensed
summer semester.
• Keep in mind if you fail a class, you are allowed 3 more chances to
pass the class at Owens.

8. Strategies for success
Prepare for class:
• Attend class
• Read the course materials
• Have your books the first day of class
During class:
• Take notes
• Ask questions when you are confused
After class:
• Review your notes

9. Campus and community resources
Campus:
• Student Development: 567-661-7777, College Hall 130
• Disability Services: 567-661-7007, Alumni Hall 103
• Library: 567-661-7015, Library
• Oserve: 567-661-8378, College Hall 152
• Veterans’ Services: 567-661-8387, College Hall 130B
• Mental Health Services: 567-661-2107 Bicentennial Hall 172
Community:
• Harbor Behavioral Healthcare, 419-475-4449
• United Way “One Call for Help”. Dial 2-1-1

10. You can do it!
• Don’t let this semester stop you from achieving your
educational and career goals!
• Be proactive! Follow the suggestions you have just read
about in this online workshop. Do not be afraid to speak up
if you have questions. Talk to your instructors, advisors,
tutors.
• We are all here to help and truly believe YOU can change
your situation!