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Published: February 13, 2025

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Asking for help is key to personal and academic growth. The people around you at SEMO genuinely want to help, because when you succeed, we all succeed!

How to Ask

Getting the support you need starts with asking the right questions. Instead of saying, “I need help with my essay,” try: 

“Can you help me summarize the main points of my essay to create a strong conclusion?”

Resources & Example Questions

SEMO offers a variety of support services to help you succeed. Below are key resources and the types of questions you can ask.

Counseling Services

What’s offered? In-person, walk-and-talk, or telehealth support.

Location: Crisp Hall, Room 201
Phone: (573) 986-6191
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Example Questions:

  • How do I schedule an appointment?
  • What happens in a typical session?
  • What’s your therapy approach?

Accessibility Services

What’s offered? Accommodations and support for students with disabilities.

Email: as@semo.edu
Phone: (573) 986-6191

Example Questions:

  • How can I request accommodations?
  • Can you help me find additional resources?
  • Who should I talk to about unmet accommodations?

Office of Student Conduct

What’s offered? Support for reporting incidents and understanding policies.

Email: lmitten@semo.edu
Phone: (573) 651-2524

Example Questions:

  • What form do I need to fill out?
  • When should I contact DPS?
  • Can someone help me with a situation I’m unsure about?

Center for Writing Excellence

What’s offered? One-on-one writing help for essays and assignments.

Location: Kent Library, Room 311
Email: writing@semo.edu
Phone: (573) 651-2460

Example Questions:

  • How do I format my works cited?
  • Can you help me keep a consistent voice in my essay?
  • Can you guide me in forming a rebuttal?

Academic Support Lab

What’s offered? Tutoring for various subjects, in-person and virtual.

Email: lap@semo.edu
Phone: (573) 651-2861
Schedule Tutoring: Log in to SupportNET in your mySEMO account.

Example Questions:

  • Can you help me understand this chapter?
  • What study tools can I use?
  • Can you quiz me on this material?

Mathematics Learning Center

What’s offered? Free math tutoring, in-person and virtual.

Location: Johnson Hall, Room 112
Email: lap@semo.edu
Virtual Help: Microsoft Teams
Hours: Monday–Wednesday: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. & Thursday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Example Questions:

  • Can you help break down this equation?
  • What’s the best way to understand this concept?
  • Can we work through a practice question?

Final Reminder

Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. SEMO’s resources are here to support you, don’t hesitate to reach out and take charge of your success!

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