Tutoring is more than just academic support—it’s a lifeline. This workshop highlights the essential role of tutoring in enhancing academic performance, increasing retention and graduation rates, and fostering a supportive learning environment through interactive audience engagement. Utilizing empirical data and real-world success stories, the presentation underscores the effectiveness of structured tutoring interventions and examines the transformative impact of tutoring on low-income, disabled, and underrepresented college students, with a focus on those enrolled in Student Support Services. It critically analyzes the systemic challenges these students face which include financial constraints, accessibility limitations, and academic preparedness gaps. Through structured, personalized interventions, students gain not only the academic skills they need but also a sense of belonging and confidence.
