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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ASP w/ Fellowships and Funding Office - Imagining Your Summer
Thinking about summer study abroad, fellowship opportunities, or professional internships–but don’t know where to start? Come to this session to hear from students who have done these things & staff whose job it is to help you get these things! You will leave this session with a clearer idea of what is possible, and a solid understanding of what resources could be available to you to make it h…
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ASP Workshop - How to Get Through Midterms and Become an Academic Baddie Again
It’s not too late to reset! This workshop helps you reflect on what’s working this semester, shift what isn’t, and build a plan for a stronger second half. Led by ASP Peer Mentors who know the power of small changes and second starts.
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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 Participate in Class Discussions
Speaking in class doesn’t have to mean having all the answers! In this 30-minute session, you’ll learn how to prepare yourself to speak up in class, and practice strategies for contributing meaningfully to discussion. Afterward, stay as long as you like to reflect or prep, with support from Academic Strategies Peer Mentors.
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ASP Workshop - How to Prepare for a Presentation
Whether you’re giving a formal talk or leading class discussion, public speaking takes practice. In this 30-minute session, you’ll learn preparation and performance strategies that help you feel more in control—and more like yourself. Want to rehearse or get feedback? Stay afterward and work with ASP Peer Mentors as long as you like.
We’re here to help!
Reach out to the Poorvu Center team if you have any questions or to learn more about our programs.