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The Compass
The Compass is dedicated to enhancing the educational experience, increasing student success, and surpassing institutional learning outcomes. Through holistic advising, innovation, advocacy, and authentic relationships, the Compass leads the practice of curricular and co-curricular navigation services within the campus community.
A student can be referred to the Compass anytime by raising an “academic concern” flag in Starfish or by sending an email to Compass@briarcliff.edu. To provide the best service, it helps to provide some detail regarding the reason for the referral. Once the student is referred to the Compass they will be assigned to a Navigator in the Compass.
The Compass helps Briar Cliff University students in the following ways:
- Direct them to University polices and important academic guidelines
- Connect the student to the appropriate department or campus resource
- Provide information to students about majors or aid those considering another major
- Navigate last minute requirements for graduation (understanding waivers, choosing courses outside BCU that the Office of the Registrar accepts towards graduation, or provide suggestions to problem solve and keep the student on track to graduate)
- Facilitate meetings between advisors and/or coaches with the student in cases when appropriate
- Assign students to Academic Peer Mentors
- Address and problem solve overall course concerns
Students may self-refer by presenting themselves to anyone within the Compass or by emailing Compass@briarcliff.edu.
There’s no substitute for the personalized service the Compass provides, but here are some resources you can use related to specific student success topics:
Motivation
We all know how it feels to have no motivation to do your necessary to-dos. We have some tips on how to get out of that rut and prepare you for success.
Learn MoreNote Taking Strategies
One of the most basic study skills is note taking. Come to class prepared and better your notes so you can retain what you learn for those tests!
Learn MoreReading Strategies
We know how it goes when you read the same sentence over and over again. Try not to let what you learn go in one ear and out the other. Find the reading strategy best suited to your needs.
Learn MoreSucceeding in Online and Hybrid Courses
Classes will look a little different this year, and that is okay. We planned ahead and helped prepare you for success in all your courses in-person, online and hybrid.
Learn MoreTime Management
Class. Practice. Job. Studying. Other job. Club meeting. Where is all your time going? Time management is an important but difficult skill to master. Get your planner ready!
Learn MoreWorking with Your Academic Advisor
College is a huge transition and a strange one at that. Our academic advisors are here to help you develop those skills to overcome those barriers. Your advisors want to see you succeed.
Learn MoreThe Compass Staff


Assistant Director of New Student Navigation and Leadership & Service Coordinator
712-279-5429
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Director of Multicultural Programs & First-Year Academic Navigator
712-279-5512
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- Section Navigation
- ONLINE RESOURCES
- Events Calendar
- STUDENT LIFE LINKS
- Clubs & Organizations
- Campus Ministry
- Music and Fine Arts
- Offices & Services
- Buildings & Facilities
- BCU Bookstore
- HELPFUL LINKS
- About Sioux City
- STUDENT LIFE LINKS
- Campus Housing
- Parents & Families