About
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) at Harvard University supports the academic missions of Harvard College and the Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences by helping students identify the tools they need to maximize their intellectual engagement during their time at Harvard and beyond.
Background photo of the ARC signage and conference room.
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is committed to empowering students to reach their full academic potential in an inclusive and equitable environment.
Drawing on research in the behavioral and learning sciences and working in collaboration with faculty and staff, the ARC provides foundational skills and strategies that enable students to make the most of a rigorous academic experience.
Our Team
Leadership
Ashley Selva-Rodriguez
Associate Director for Academic Support Programsashley_selva-rodriguez@fas.harvard.edu
Rebecca Skolnik
Assistant Director of Administration for the Academic Resource Center and the Harvard College Writing Programrskolnik@fas.harvard.edu
Administrative Support
Academic Support Liaisons
Margaret Rennix
Assistant Director for Humanities and Social Sciences Supportmcrennix@fas.harvard.edu
Student Support
Our Space
The ARC’s physical location (1414 Mass Ave, Floor 3R) is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Meet with us
Students can view the available times for ARC services (academic coaching, accountability hours and groups, peer tutoring, and workshops) on the ARC Scheduler. All services are available both in person and virtually.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The Academic Resource Center operates under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and all medical and personal information reported to ARC staff is protected under the parameters of this law. University officials who have a legitimate educational interest in obtaining information about student academic needs may request this information from the ARC on a need-to-know basis without further authorization from the student. The ARC strives to respect student privacy and takes care in staying within legal compliance with their information.