What Role Does Academic Counseling Play at UMMC

The Office of Academic Counseling for the University of Mississippi Medical Center serves to provide assistance which enables students to develop relevant skills and behaviors essential to academic success and personal growth.

Services are available at no charge to currently enrolled UMMC students, residents, and fellows who have concerns about academic issues and related matters.

Students, residents, and fellows are engaged in academics, patient care, research, and professional development. It can be difficult to balance these academic and professional demands with the realities of personal life. Individuals frequently seek assistance with a wide range of issues.

Transition to professional school
Study skills assessment and training
Time management and organizational skills
Test taking strategies
Clarifying career goals and interests
Increasing self-confidence and coping with self-doubt
Coping with depression and/or anxiety
Stress management
Relationship issues with faculty, peers, or family
Loss and bereavement

These issues may be addressed by direct or referral assistance. Early intervention and supportive counseling to resolve these issues and maintain the focus required to succeed in professional school are encouraged.

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