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Academic Assistance Center (AAC)

Your Path to Academic Success at JSCC

Welcome to the Academic Assistance Center (AAC) at Jackson State Community College, your academic support and resources hub. Located on the second floor of the Library, the AAC offers a wide range of services designed to help you succeed in your studies. Whether you need tutoring, access to computers and Wi-Fi, or testing services, we provide the tools and guidance you need to achieve your educational goals. Our mission is to create a supportive, learner-centered environment where every student can thrive.

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Services Offered:

Computer Lab

The Academic Assistance Center (AAC) computer lab provides JSCC students free access to 48 computers for classwork and course-related printing. The lab offers software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Lockdown Browsers, Chem Doodle, Microsoft Visual Studio Premium, FileZilla FTP Client, Read&Write, and Cisco Packet Tracer. Additionally, staff members can assist with computer operations and application software.

AAC Peer Tutoring

The AAC offers JSCC students FREE tutoring in as many disciplines as we can enlist tutors. To request a tutor, please fill out the Tutoring Request form. Ms. Jeannette Stone will work with you to set an appropriate appointment.

AAC Supplemental Materials

The Academic Assistance Center (AAC) has over 50 videos, CDs, and DVDs on Anatomy and Physiology that can be viewed there. In addition, the AAC has over 530 Nursing Videos, CDs, and DVDs for viewing in the center. Several computers and video players are reserved for use with these materials.

JSCC Online Class Testing 

For JSCC Online Class Testing, students must make an appointment for each exam based on the instructor's due dates, ensuring to select the correct location if testing in Lexington or Savannah. An updated JSCC ID is required for the test, and personal items must be secured in lockers during the test. Children are not allowed in the testing areas or left unattended in the Library. Appointments must be scheduled 36 hours in advance. The AAC operates Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM to 7:45 PM and Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:15 PM, closing promptly at the scheduled times. 

Math Mentoring/Tutoring  

Math mentoring and tutoring are available in the Smart Math Center, Room 126, on the 1st floor of the Nelms Classroom Building. Co-Requisite Math students can drop in for assistance during scheduled classes, subject to mentor/tutor availability. College-level math mentoring/tutoring is also available in Room 126 and via Zoom, by appointment through the Mentor/Tutor Request System. Mentoring/tutoring services are offered throughout the semester, including finals, depending on mentor/tutor availability.

TN eCampus Testing

For TN eCampus students, testing requires arranging a proctor in advance and bringing a valid picture ID, such as a college ID or driver's license, to every test. Personal items must be secured in lockers during testing, and no personal belongings are allowed in the testing areas. Children are not permitted in the AAC or left unattended in the Library. The AAC is open Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM to 7:45 PM and Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:15 PM, with hours subject to change after JSCC final exams. Students should check the specific testing hours for Lexington, Savannah, or Paris if testing there and arrive early enough to complete exams before the Center closes.
Important Notice:
  • A valid JSCC ID card is required for all services.
  • Some services are currently available only virtually.

Location:
The AAC is located on the second floor of the Library.

 

"Empowering Your Academic Journey Every Step of the Way"

Vision Statement 

The Academic Assistance Center of Jackson State Community College provides a supportive, learner-centered environment for service area students.

Mission Statement

The Academic Assistance Center contributes to attainment of the educational goals of Jackson State Community College service area students by providing computer, testing, multimedia and tutorial services.

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