Kansas State University

Academic Resource Centers

To assist on-campus students with their studies, the academic resource centers in Derby and Kramer dining centers offer computer labs, free tutoring, study space and printer/copier access. 

Derby Academic Resource Center (DARC)

Derby Dining Center
Room 134
785-532-2646

Academic Resource Center at Kramer (ARCK)

Kramer Dining Center
Room 121
785-532-3491 

Hours of Operation

Monday through Thursday: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. 

 

Study and Meeting Space

Quiet rooms are available at both centers for individual/group study sessions. Bring your K-State ID to the center and check out a key. These rooms can also be reserved by residents for meetings. Reservations for Derby 133B, 134, 134D or Kramer 120 or 121D can be made by contacting the specific ARC or completing the online reservation form. All requests are subject to approval and must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

Tutoring

Tutoring is available for a variety of subjects. Sessions vary in size and are open to all students. There's no need to make an appointment. The schedule for spring 2013 is as follows:

SUBJECT	DAY	HOURS	LOCATION
Algebra
	Mondays	7 to 10 p.m.	Derby 133
	Tuesdays	5 to 8 p.m.	Kramer 120
	Wednesdays	6 to 9 p.m.	Kramer 120
Chemistry
	Sundays	6 to 10 p.m.	Derby 133
	Modays	5 to 8 p.m.	Kramer 120
	Thursdays	4:30 to 6:30 p.m.	Kramer 120
Physics  (General I&II, Descriptive, Engineering I&II)
	Sundays	6 to 10 p.m.	Derby 133
	Mondays	8 to 11 p.m.	Kramer 120
Higher Math
	Mondays	5 to 7 p.m.	Derby 133
	Tuesdays	4:30 to 6:30 p.m.	Derby 133
	Wednesdays	6 to 9 p.m.	Derby 133
	Thursdays	8 to 10 p.m.	Kramer 120
Advanced Math (Discrete Math & Number Theory)
	Thursdays	4:30 to 6:30 p.m.	Derby 133
Writing
	Tuesdays	6:30 to 10:30 p.m.	Derby 133
	Or by appointment; contact kcsmalle@k-state.edu.
Research Assistance
	Wednesdays	7 to 9 p.m.	Derby 134

 

Tutoring will be available from January 27 through May 9. Contact Jacob Wakem (jwakem@k-state.edu; 785-532-3247) for additional information. 
 

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In addition to the Academic Resource Centers in the Derby and Kramer Dining Centers, there are several other academic-related resources available to students. 

Academic Assistance Center
Provides other tutoring services and courses that encourage academic success.

Academic and Career Information Center (ACIC) 
Allows students to explore different majors and the careers associated with those majors.

Academic Advising at K-State 
Connects students to information about academic advising at K-State.

Career and Employment Services (CES) 
Provides services that help student with their job searching skills and offer programs that connect students to full time and part time employers.

Counseling Services
Conducts career counseling and assessments for students.

Disability Support Services (DSS) 
Provides academic support for students with all types of disabilities.

Educational Support Services
Offers programs and resources to assist first-generation and low income students in completing their degree.

Office of Student Life
Assists students with grade grievances and extended absences from class.