The Counseling Center of Ashland University provides an assortment of resources that at first glance are not so obvious and should be highlighted- these services directly address educational, personal and professional development. As an example, it is common for students to schedule individual appointments that focus on academic enhancement; specifically, by introducing accelerated learning techniques, speed reading or total recall programs. In addition, The Counseling Center assists students who plan to attend graduate school by preparing for entrance examinations, such as, the MAT, GRE, LSAT and MCAT.

Personal development services typically concentrate on an individual student’s stated goals. The Counseling Center uses established models of Life or Career Coaching, just to keep a clear focus while utilizing a recognized feedback and self-evaluation loop. Likewise, professional development services often warrant and include a professional career battery screening; this assessment is similar to the actual testing a student would undergo when applying for a job and exploring their future career path and can offer further clarification of options as well as understanding of professional strengths. In brief, The Counseling Center is worth exploring. 

Location: 244 Student Center

Much like Counseling Services, the office of Student Life offers a variety of opportunities for students to foster meaningful relationships, discover and develop their unique gifts and passions, and gain valuable leadership and life skills outside of the classroom.

Join a club or organization

Play an intramural or club sport. Write for the Collegian. Join the choir, jazz orchestra, or band. Show off your talents in the theatre or the art club. Go Greek. Join a bible study. Provide a service to the community by volunteering your time. There’s so much more! Check out all the clubs and organizations on our website at www.ashland.edu/student-affairs/getting-involved/clubs-and-organizations, then click on Student Organization List & Contact Information.

Participate in campus activities 

With over 100 student-led organizations on campus, events hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), theatre and musical programs, Christian Ministry, and sporting events, etc. there’s so much to do! Be sure to check out the programming calendar on our website at www.ashland.edu/student-affairs for the latest information on what’s happening around campus!

Location: 230 Student Center