College of Social Sciences, UH Mānoa
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Academic Programs for New Students

New CSS students can benefit from special attention designed to help smooth the transition to college life. These offerings include small learning communities for incoming freshmen, Student Success and Learning Assistance Centers, a one-credit seminar sharing a wealth of good-to-know info and an Honors Program with highly individualized learning experiences for the independent-minded.

ACE Learning Communities

Small learning groups that allow new students to join a peer cohort and reap specifically focused time and attention from faculty and upperclassmen.

Honors Program

Personalized educational experiences through appreciated small classes and faculty-guided independent projects of significant research or creative expression.

Student Success and Learning Assistance

Individually geared services include tutoring, writing project assistance and supplemental instruction groups for challenging courses.

UNIV 110

Weekly group meetings based on majors, upperclassman peer mentorship, and informational sessions designed to help students navigate their first semester.

The Writing Center

A collaborative environment offering free one-to-one writing consultation to UH Mānoa students, faculty, staff and visiting scholars.