Welcome to the Poorvu Center’s Undergraduate Resources Hub, your go-to destination for tools and support designed to enhance your academic journey. Here, you’ll find valuable information and resources to help you thrive at Yale. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and support you need to excel both inside and outside the classroom.
Navigating Life at Yale
The Poorvu Center is here to help you navigate the “hidden curriculum” at Yale, known as the invisible set of underlying assumptions and expectations to do well as a student. By becoming aware of these implicit norms, you will be empowered to take ownership of your learning and get more out of your academic experience.
Programs & Support
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1:1 Peer Mentoring
Meet with a peer academic mentor to identify your goals and develop new strategies. Ask questions, evaluate progress, and brainstorm new approaches!
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Community Workshops
These group learning sessions are designed to address your concerns. These workshops are constantly evolving to fulfill emerging needs at key moments throughout the semester.
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Senior Thesis Power Hours
Writing a senior thesis? Come to a power hour to share strategies, support, and solidarity!
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First Generation, Low Income (FGLI)
The FGLI Thrive program empowers first-generation low-income students to thrive at Yale. Our events often focus on leadership development and career networking.
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Disability and Neurodiversity Programming
Are you struggling in school or having difficulty focusing? Are you living with a disability or recovering from a recent injury or illness? We can help!
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Humanities & Social Services Help
Struggling in a humanities or social sciences course? You may be eligible for a private tutor to discuss readings, lectures, and assist with homework assignments.
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QR & Science Support
Whether you are new to STEM or pursuing a degree in the field, we provide tutoring, drop-in STEM hours, research help, and more.
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STEM Tutoring
If you are struggling in a STEM course and would benefit from extra support, we are here for you! Learn more about tutoring available for science courses.
Undergrad Resources
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AI Guidance for Students: Academic Integrity & AI Course Policies
Yale College and each Graduate / Professional School set their own standards, and most of these policies leave it to the individual instructor.
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AI Guidance for Students
Resources and Conversations about AI: balancing productive struggle and responsible use.
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Ask Poorvu
At our foundation, the Poorvu Center is here to help. We offer several ways for you to seek the support you need.
Learning Resource Library
A collection of articles intended to support your journey as a student at Yale.
AI Guidance for Students
While the fundamentals of teaching and learning have not changed, we understand that students must be prepared to lead in an AI-infused world. Generative AI may be used to enhance student learning in a variety of ways, ranging from summarization to problem-solving. The Poorvu Center works with students to prioritize their learning while experimenting with available AI tools and understanding how best to use those tools in compliance with individual course policies and guidelines.
Yale College Writing Center
The Yale College Writing Center is here to help during every stage of the writing process, from prewriting to polishing. We offer individual tutoring, helpful handouts and resources, and community writing events. Whether you are preparing to turn in your first paper at Yale or revising your senior thesis, the Writing Center will provide tailored feedback to encourage your growth and confidence as writers.
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Partners
Help from peer writing tutors
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Resources
Visit our writing resource library
Upcoming Events
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STEM Navigators: Study Hall
Come complete your p-sets, study, and meet your peers in your STEM courses. Snacks and peer mentors are here to help you with any questions about majors, summer opportunities, or classes to take in the future! Mentors will also serve as accountability buddies to make sure you stay on track during the study hall and achieve your academic goals! NOTE: Tutoring NOT provided by mentors!
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ASP Workshop - How to Cultivate Faculty Mentors and Ask for Recommendations
Want to get to know your professor better, but not sure where to start? Need a letter of recommendation, but not sure who to ask? Join us! This workshop discusses techniques for initiating conversations with faculty, cultivating strong relationships with them, and requesting recommendations in a way that builds on those connections to help you get where you want to go.
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STEM Navigators: How to Talk to STEM Professors
Nervous about approaching your professors in your STEM classes? Want to know how to make the connections you need and get to know your professor better or learn more about their research? Come to this interactive workshop where you’ll learn to email, talk to, and meet with your STEM professors and other STEM faculty at Yale!
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Senior Thesis Power Hours
Writing a Senior Thesis is HARD—but it’s way more fun with snacks, support, and friends who get it! Drop in anytime to this two-hour session, hosted by the Yale College Writing Partners and Academic Strategies Peer Mentors, for: - Facilitated & structured focus time + breaks - Delicious snacks + seltzer water - 1:1 help from Academic Strategies Peer Mentors (optional!) - the camaraderie…
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ASP Workshop - How to Study for Exams
Studying for exams doesn’t have to mean endless stress and last-minute cramming. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to prepare strategically for different exam types—problem-based, short answer, and essay—while building habits that reduce anxiety and boost confidence. Academic Strategies Peer Mentors share what’s worked for them and help you create a plan you can actually stick to.
We’re here to help!
Reach out to the Poorvu Center team if you have any questions or to learn more about our programs.