25 University of Arizona Resources

University Resources

There are a variety of resources to help you at the University of Arizona. Here are a few to get you started:

• THINK TANK
  THINK TANK is the University of Arizona’s centralized academic support center that offers tutoring, supplemental instruction, a writing support, academic coaching, and more!
  • Academic Coaching
    Meet with a coach one-on-one in-person or online to discuss your goals, any challenges you may be encountering,
    potential strategies for learning, or other campus resources that will aid you in achieving your academic and non-academic goals.
  • Tutoring
    Receive in-person and online academic content support for select math, science, business, and statistics courses.
  • Writing Center
    Receive feedback on your writing (academic and non-academic like e-mails, resumes and cover letters) and tutors who are committed to helping you develop your writing skills and knowledge over the course of your academic career. They have in-person and tutoring on Zoom. You can receive asynchronous feedback through the Feedback Loop. Also, watch for fun Write Nite events on the website!

• Thrive Center
  The Thrive Center provides support for undergraduates who identify as:
  • first-generation college students,
  • coming from low-income households,
  • someone who has not found connections on campus.
  • Join the 50! find your college friends and community! Whether you’re looking to connect with people who share your interests, come from a similar background as you, or grew-up near you, you’re sure to make friends by joining one of The 50!

• Academic Advisor
  Your Academic Advisor will help you determine your degree requirements, what classes you need to take, and what prerequisites you need to meet on your academic journey.
  • • To find your Academic Advisor go to:
      • UAccess > Student Center > Advising > View my Advisor.
    • Plan to meet with your Academic Advisor at least 6 weeks before time for registration, so that you can plan your next semester successfully.

• Campus Health — Medical care (accepts many insurances and the U of A student insurance), information on many health issues and resources to help you during your time here at the University of Arizona.
  • SHADE (Student Health Alcohol & Drug Education — a 3-week, once per week class to educate yourself about drugs, alcohol, and use of Narcan. Anyone can take the class, not just those who are mandated by an RA or Dean of Students. Sign up here.
  • Survivor Support Services — confidential, individualized support for any student who has been subjected to interpersonal violence, regardless of when or where it occurred.
• Disability Resource Center (DRC)
  The DRC provides support when the design of academic and campus experiences propose barriers, and helps to determine what accommodations may be necessary.
  • Request Accommodations
    Accommodations must be renewed each semester that you want to use them.

• Handshake  — a free online career hub that gives all students access to job and internship postings on and off campus, career fairs, etc.
• SafeCats — Campus Safety app. Includes things like Friend Walk, Mobile BlueLight, Social Escape, Reporting of threats, Campus map and resources.
• SafeRide — Free rides for students on and close to campus at night. Download the app and get to your destination safely!

• Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS)
  CAPS provides low-cost individualized appointments and free group mental health support to U of A students.
  • Schedule an appointment
  • View Groups and Workshops

• Campus Community Connections
  This newly envisioned Student Culture and Engagement Hub provides support to all students on campus.

• Office of Native American Initiatives
  This office provides support to Indigenous students on campus.

• UITS (University Information Technology Services)
  UITS provides U of A students with technology support that includes but is not limited to:
  • student CatMail assistance,
  • accessing software for courses,
  • and access to the 24/7 Support Center.

• University Libraries
  The Libraries provide undergraduates and other students with:
  • technology lending,
  • research support,
  • tutorials, including training in citation styles,
  • individual and group study room reservations,
  • and access to a wide range of books and databases.

• CATalyst Studios
  Located within the U of A Main Library, CATalyst Studios provides students with access to:
  • equipment, including laser cutters and 3D printers,
  • workshops to acquire new maker skills,
  • and studio spaces to create your own projects.

• Campus Recreation
  Campus Rec provides students with the opportunity to focus on their health and well-being by:
  • giving students access to gym equipment,
  • individual and group fitness classes,
  • sports,
  • aquatics,
  • outdoor adventures and
  • well-being classes.

There are 3 locations available to students:

1. 1. 1. South Rec (south of Sixth St.)
      2. North Rec (north of Speedway Blvd.)
      3. Bear Down Rec (In Bear Down Building)

• Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA)
  The OSFA provides information on scholarships and financial aid for students.
  • Scholarship Universe is a scholarship tool that connects U of A students with scholarship opportunities they can apply for.

• Bursar’s Office
  The Bursar’s Office is where you can find information on:
  • payment plan options, 
  • due dates, 
  • billing details, 
  • tuition cost estimates, 
  • and refund options.

• Student Basic Needs
  • Campus Closet
  • Food Pantry
  • Other community resources

Finding Your People

Finding community at a large college requires intention. Check out these places where you can meet people with similar goals, focus and/or enthusiasm!

• Clubs, Student Organizations, and Activities
  There are over 400 clubs to choose from! Your Academic Coach can help you narrow it down!
  • Major-Specific Clubs
    Check with your department or your Academic Coach to discover clubs or organizations on campus that are connected to your major or career or interests.

• Dorms
  • Get Involved!
    There are many options for getting involved in the housing community.
  • Cats After Dark 
    Participate in structured late night events on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday night
  • Get to know your neighbors on the whole floor – they are your community!

• Campus Recreation
  Sports for fun or find a club sport for more competition. 3 different workout spaces on campus which include a pool, group fitness classes and/or personal training.

License & Attribution

Phillips, K. D., Urrea MacMeans, T. R., & Niccum, H. N. (Eds.). (2025). Steps to success: Strategies to help you succeed in MATH 100 and beyond, © 2025 Arizona Board of Regents, is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International license, except where otherwise noted.