Supplemental Instruction (SI)

First-year (freshmen) and transfer students registered for certain courses may be automatically registered for a Supplemental Instruction course.

SI will appear as "Academic Engagement Recur Mtg" on your class schedule. If you would like to make changes, please contact your academic advisor. 

SI courses are ungraded and carry zero credits. You will not be charged for participating in SI.

STEM Courses with Automatic SI Registration

• Fall: ACHM 115, AMAT 112, APHY 140, TCHM 135

• SI-linked Discussion Sections:

  • ACHM 116, Section 6375

  • AMAT 112, Sections 3621 and 3659

Students registered for certain courses may register themselves for a Supplemental Instruction course.

SI courses are ungraded and carry zero credits. You will not be charged for participating in SI.
 

STEM Courses with SI Registration

Register Yourself for SI 

1. Use the table above to determine which SI course you should sign up for, based on the STEM course you are taking. Make note of the course abbreviation (for example: ACHM) and the catalog number (for example: 80) associated with the SI course.
2. Open the Schedule of Classes and select the correct semester from the dropdown.
3. Under "Course Subject," select the SI course’s course abbreviation.
4. Under "Catalog Number," enter the SI course’s catalog number.
5. Scroll down and click the purple Submit button.
6. Find the course that works for you and make note of the Class Number, which you'll need for registration.

Your next step depends on whether the last day to add a semester-long course has passed. Please see the Academic Calendar for specific dates.

• If the course registration deadline has not yet passed, register for your selected course using these instructions: Register for Classes as an Undergraduate Student. Please contact your academic advisor with any questions related to class registration.
• If the course registration deadline has passed already, email [email protected] with your full name, your student ID number and the Class Number for your selected course. You’ll receive an email with confirmation once you’ve been added to the class or guidance for making alternate selection, if necessary.

Questions? Email [email protected].

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is offered to support students in historically difficult courses by providing structured, peer-led study sessions tied to specific classes. SI sessions are designed to meet student demand and align with staffing availability each semester.

SI sessions are reviewed regularly based on student enrollment, staffing, and overall program needs. Section availability may change before or during the semester due to these factors. When changes occur, students and SI Leaders are notified so they can plan accordingly.

If an SI session you expected is not listed or is canceled, please contact your academic advisor or the Learning Commons for guidance on other tutoring and academic support resources.

Learn more about how supplemental instruction works by watching this video from the International Center for Supplemental Instruction.

SI sessions are:

• Collaborative: You will work with peers on group activities, discussions and problem-solving.
• Active: You will apply course concepts, rather than just review them passively.
• Course-specific: SI Leaders design sessions based on your class lectures, notes and assignments.

SI sessions are not:

• A repeat of your professor’s lecture or lesson. They are an interactive space to deepen your understanding of the material.
• A place to get answers to your homework. SI Leaders won’t give you answers, but they will help you develop the skills and confidence to find them yourself.
• A substitute for attending class. SI is most effective when paired with regular class attendance. Skipping class means missing key content that SI builds on.

• Arrive on time and stay for the full session.

• Be respectful and collaborative. Everyone is there to learn.

• Participation is expected; passive attendance is not as effective.

• Limit distractions (e.g., put phones on silent).

• Regular attendance yields the most significant benefits!

Want to get the greatest benefit from attending SI sessions? Keep these tips in mind:

• Attend early and often: Don’t wait until you’re falling behind. SI works best when used consistently.

• Come prepared: Review your lecture notes and identify questions ahead of time.

• Be an active participant: Speak up, work with peers and try out different strategies.

• Stay positive: Everyone is learning. SI is a supportive, judgment-free space.

• Follow up: Use what you learn in SI to guide your studying between sessions.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a collaborative effort between students, faculty and staff. Each person plays a unique role in making the program successful.

SI Leaders – Your Peer Guides

SI Leaders are undergraduate students who have previously taken the course — often with the same professor — and earned an A or B. They are trained in active learning strategies and group facilitation. SI Leaders:

• Attend the course lectures

• Design and lead structured SI sessions

• Hold weekly office hours for additional support

• Model strong study habits and academic success strategies

Meet the current SI Leaders.

SI Faculty – Course Content Experts

Faculty members partner with the SI program to support student learning in their course. Their collaboration is essential to the success of SI. SI Faculty:

• Welcome the SI Leader into their classroom

• Share course materials, updates and expectations

• Encourage students to attend SI sessions

• Communicate regularly with the SI Supervisor about course alignment

SI Supervisors – Program Coordinators & Mentors

SI Supervisors are professional staff who oversee the SI program and ensure its quality and impact. SI Supervisors:

• Recruit, hire and train SI Leaders

• Coordinate with faculty to select supported courses

• Provide ongoing mentoring, evaluation and feedback to SI Leaders

• Track student attendance and outcomes to improve program effectiveness

Together, these three roles form the foundation of a strong SI program that supports your academic success inside and outside the classroom.

Questions? Please contact the Learning Commons team, who coordinates the SI program.