UWA CARES Advising Services
The UWA CARES Center, located in Spieth Hall 200, provides UWA students with a range of academic support resources. Services include academic advising, complimentary tutoring, printing, a supervised study hall, and daily access to desktops, laptops, and tablets.
TRiO SSS (Student Support Services) Scholars Program
The TRiO SSS Scholars Program supports eligible UWA students—limited-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities—through personalized academic services designed to promote persistence and graduation. Scholars receive:
- Workshops and classes to build strong study strategies and academic skills
- Peer tutoring to help master course material
- One-on-one academic and personal counseling for ongoing support and confidence
- Career and graduate school exploration to help plan next steps
The program is committed to creating a supportive environment that helps students thrive at UWA and beyond.
UWA Writing Center
The UWA Writing Center provides writing support for students in any major or discipline. Whether you’re starting an assignment, revising a draft, or polishing a final paper, peer tutors are available to help you strengthen your writing and build confidence.
The Mathematics Laboratory
Also known as the Math Lab, the Mathematics Laboratory supports undergraduate students in their math courses through tutoring and study resources.
Resources available:
- Tutoring in a wide range of courses including Introductory Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Pre-Calculus Algebra, Pre-Calculus Trigonometry, and Calculus I
- Graphing calculators for check-out
- Computers for tutoring sessions and studying
Location: Math and Science Building, Room 226
Contact: Math Lab Director, Dr. Kaleigh Pate – kpate@uwa.edu, (205) 652-5493
Julia Tutwiler Library
The Julia Tutwiler Library is a central academic resource for UWA students, faculty, and staff. It provides access to books, journals, digital resources, and online databases that support research across disciplines. The library also offers research guides, interlibrary loan services, study spaces, technology, and staff support to help you succeed.
ADA Accommodations
The Office of Student Advocacy assists students with documented disabilities who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act. Students seeking academic accommodations should contact the ADA Coordinator, complete the request for services and accommodations forms, and provide current documentation of their disability.