Get involved with HPU’s tutor organization
By Aly Ortolani// Organizations Editor
High Point University offers a plethora of ways to become involved on-campus, one of which is the Tutor Club. The Tutor Club was established by tutors, for tutors. This particular organization hosts social events and takes part in community-oriented activities. The ultimate goal by organizing social and community events is it will allow tutors to further one’s growth as a teacher.
In order to become a member, one must undoubtedly be a tutor for the Office of Academic Services. The organization had their first meeting on Aug. 27, but sessions will be held regularly on Monday every month at six o’clock in the evening on the first floor of Smith Library. Students who are tutors are welcomed to facilitate new ideas on community orientated events. Director of Academic Services Dr. Craig Curty claims, “The Tutor Club is an opportunity for tutors to meet with other tutors in various academic departments. A lot of the tutors don’t get to see each other, and the Tutor Club allows that interaction.” For more information about the Tutor Club, contact Dr. Craig Curty at ccurty@highpoint.edu or visit him on the forth floor of Smith Library.
For those who are intrigued to become a tutor, contact Dr. Craig Curty on such matters as well. Tutoring is a tremendous resume builder and is also a paid campus job. The famous Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” By spending a mere hour with a student who is struggling, you can impact their life significantly. Tutoring, or teaching specifically, is a learning experience for both the teacher and the pupil.
Consequently, the Tutor Club is relatively new on campus with roughly 50 or so members. Members, or perhaps, prospective members, have yet another way to meet new faces. Not only, but, members with similar interests can connect with like-minded interests.
HPU students talking and collaborating on homework in The John and Marsha Slane Student Center. Photo by Lee Adamas