Pathways to Academic Success Students (PASS) is an academic recovery program for students who are on academic probation after their first semester as a full-time student. Students are placed on academic probation if their overall grade-point average (GPA) drops below 2.0. This course does not have a fee/cost and will not factor into the student’s GPA.

PASS is designed to help students:

  • Understand and utilize university resources that are available to help students succeed.
  • Have knowledge of the appropriate academic skills necessary to successfully compete at the collegiate level.
  • Create strong study habits
  • Develop an understanding for holistic wellness as it pertains to academic success.
  • Assess and develop study skills, critical thinking skills, and strategies for academic success.

For questions, contact Susan Garrison at garrison@missouriwestern.edu.

PASS Expectations

Spring 2025
  • Sign contract and syllabus quiz within first week of classes
  • Study in the library two hours per week
  • Work with a tutor at the Center for Academic Support three times throughout the semester
  • Attend two of five Academic Success Workshops

Upcoming PASS Workshops

Time Management
& Goal Setting

Thursday, January 23
Friday, January 24

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hearnes 302

Note-Taking
& CAS

Thursday, January 30
Friday, January 31

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hearnes 302

Test Taking Strategies
& Study Skills

Thursday, February 6
Friday, February 7

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hearnes 302

Academic Advising
& Planning

Thursday, February 13
Friday, February 14

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hearnes 302

Stress Management
& Counseling

Thursday, February 20
Friday, February 21

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hearnes 302