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The English Composition Board helps students write successfully in their undergraduate courses. One of the most valuable services offered by the ECB is the Writing Workshop. Any LS&A student, any student enrolled in an LS&A course, and any graduate student may make an appointment with an experienced ECB faculty member to obtain help with writing assignments, assistance in analyzing a first draft, developing an argument and polishing a paper, personal statements for graduate or professional schools, or help with a specific writing problem (e.g. writer's block). Students seeking assistance may drop in or make an appointment by calling 764-0429 to meet individually with a faculty member. The Writing Workshop is in 1111 Angell Hall during the day, in residence halls on several evenings, and in the Undergraduate Library on the weekend.

English Language Institute (ELI)
John M. Swales, Director
3004 North University Building
764-2413
http://www.lsa.umich.edu/eli/

The English Language Institute offers instruction in the English language to non-native speakers enrolled in the University. The main purpose of this instruction is to help non-native speakers to become effective and fully participating members of the academic community.

In addition, the ELI offers workshops in the Spring and Summer for International Teaching Assistants (ITA) in conjunction with the Center for Research on Learning and Teaching (CRLT) and offers language courses throughout the academic year for non-native speaking ITAs which address the communicative language needs of classroom, lab, and office hours.

The ELI operates a Writing Clinic and a Speaking Clinic as one-on-one facilities for those who have taken or are taking ELI courses in the relevant areas or are deemed not to need regular classroom instruction.

International Center
Zahir Ahmed, Director
603 E. Madison
Ground Floor (South Wing) Michigan Union; 764-9310
http://www.umich.edu/~icenter

The International Center provides information, advice, and referrals for those in the University community who are participating in or considering an international experience. American and international students, faculty, staff, visiting scholars, and alumni may obtain information regarding options for overseas study, scholarships, internships, work, volunteering, travel, and international careers through individual consulting and informational programs.

University of Michigan international students and scholars can rely on the International Center for support services, general information, orientation, and advice about visa and immigration issues, employment, cross-cultural issues, taxation, health insurance, and other practical concerns important to the successful program completion and quality of life of international students.

Language Resource Center
Lynne Crandall, Interim Director
2018 Modern Languages Bldg.
764-0424
http://www.umich.edu/~langres/

After the UM Stadium and the Diag, the Language Resource Center (LRC) may be the most frequented site on Central Campus for first-year students. The LRC houses a variety of state-of-the-art multimedia equipment to enable students to practice with the audio, video and computer- based materials used in all introductory language and literature courses. A large number of materials - particularly international television programming brought in from one of the LRC's three satellite dishes, as well as computer-based programs - are available for students who just want to browse.

Math Lab
Robert E. Megginson, Director
B860 East Hall; 936-0160
http://www.math.lsa.umich.edu/misc/mathlab-news.html

The Mathematics Laboratory is a free walk-in tutoring service for students enrolled in mathematics courses through Math 216. The Math Lab tutors are advanced undergraduates in mathematics and mathematically- oriented fields who are selected for their expertise and ability to explain mathematics. Graduate student instructors and faculty volunteers also participate. Math Lab hours are 10 A.M.-4 P.M. and 7-9 P.M. Monday through Thursday; 10 A.M.-2 P.M. Friday; and 2-4 P.M. Sunday. No appointment is necessary.

Science Learning Center
Marc Ammerlaan, Interim Director
1720 Dow; 764-9326
http://www.umich.edu/~slc

The Science Learning Center (SLC) is an interdisciplinary resource center provided by the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts to support teaching and learning in the five natural science departments: astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, and physics.

Located in the atrium of the Chemistry Building, the SLC facilities include instructional technology labs, teaching assistant and study group meeting alcoves, and a loan desk for reserve and research materials. The Center's equipment and staff activities are all directed toward the goal of improving student learning and involvement in the sciences, particularly in the introductory courses.

The SLC endeavors to help students, faculty, and GSIs build a learning community where students become scientists.

Services for Students with Disabilities
Sam Goodin, Director
G625 Haven Hall; 763-3000
http://www-personal.umich.edu/~longcane/ssd/

The University's Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) provides assistance regarding academic, economic, social, and recreational activities to students who have documented disabilities. Specific services available through SSD include counseling, assistance with classroom accommodations, volunteer readers and note takers, sign language and oral interpreters, peer tutors, accessible transportation, orientation and registration assistance, special scholarships, tape recorders and talking calculators, and aids for reading and studying, such as Braille and large print materials, adaptive computer technology and telecommunication devices for the deaf. Staff in SSD also serve as intermediaries and advocates for students with disabilities.