STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Here to Help
College is your time to grow and succeed in all areas of your life, but it's not always easy. At AMU, you don't have to go it alone. From the academic to the personal, we have the staff and services to respond to your needs.
Need some help with a class or an assignment? Drop in and talk to a tutor. Plus, our academic counselors can show you how to study better, manage your time, and take tests like a champ. Still undecided on a major? We can help you there too.
Tutoring Schedule
View our current tutoring schedule to find one-on-one and group tutoring sessions across all subjects. Our peer tutors are here to help you succeed academically with personalized support tailored to your learning needs.
View Tutoring Schedule
Counseling Services
Counseling is provided free of charge for AMU students. We assist students looking for support related to stress and time management, anxiety, depression, alcohol/drugs, conflict resolution, eating disorders, relationship issues and more.
Adaptive Services
If you're a student with a disability, you can request accommodations for your needs. AMU is committed to ensuring that each qualified individual with disabilities has an equal opportunity to participate in all education- and employment-related programs and services at the University.
Additional Resources
Overview
Student Support Services is dedicated to helping Ave students become Ave graduates! We offer a wide variety of support programs, services, and activities in the Canizaro Library. These services include:
- Advising for undeclared students
- Academic counseling to help each student perform to the best of their academic ability
- Academic planning and determining progress towards graduation
- One on one and group tutoring - View Tutoring Schedule
- Assistance with papers
- Early Warning System to identify struggling students
- Support for freshman and transfer students as they transition to coursework at AMU
- Time management assistance and help to create individualized study plans
- Study skills workshops and seminars
- Adaptive Resources, available for students with documented disabilities
Schedule An Appointment
By contacting Student Support Services
Email: supportservices@avemaria.edu
Location: Canizaro Library
Staff
Charles Mickens, Director of Student Support Services, is an Ave Maria graduate from the class of 2021! Earned a degree in Psychology. Charles was also a member of the 2018 Ave Maria Football Championship team, where he earned Academic All-Conference honors from 2018-2021. Charles joined student support services in November 2021, where he works with the students to achieve academic success. He also coordinates tutoring services.
Email: charles.mickens@avemaria.edu
Alexandra Baalman is a Student Support Services Advisor. She earned a B.A. in Literature with a minor in Theology from Ave Maria in 2025. Alexandra is passionate about mentoring students as they discern academic pathways and navigate university life with confidence.
Email: Alexandra.R.Baalman@avemaria.edu
Savohn Hunt, Student Support Advisor is a Graduate of Ave Maria University Class of 2020! He earned his degree in Exercise Physiology. Savohn was also a member of the Ave Maria University football team, where he served as a team captain for 2 years one of which was the Gyrene's Championship season. During his football career he was named an NAIA All-American, NAIA All-Star , and First Team All-Conference. Savohn joined the Student Support Services staff in August of 2020 and works with the Student-Athletes at Ave Maria. So far since he has joined the staff the Gyrene athletic teams have posted consecutive GPA terms: the first time in AMU history!
Email: savohn.hunt@avemaria.edu
Jenifer LeCompte, M.A., Director of Adaptive Services, providing accommodations to students with documented disabilities. Born and raised in Levittown, Pennsylvania, Jenifer has lived in Naples, Florida for the last 10 years. She graduated from Kutztown University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, and then earned a Master's Degree in Education Administration from Gwynedd Mercy University. Jenifer spent over 20 years in Special Education classrooms in Pennsylvania and Florida. She now feels blessed to come to Ave Maria and works to level the playing field so that every student has an equal opportunity to succeed academically.
Email: jenifer.lecompte@avemaria.edu
Diana Tsai, Student Support Advisor & DSO
Email: diana.tsai@avemaria.edu
Email: charles.mickens@avemaria.edu
Alexandra Baalman is a Student Support Services Advisor. She earned a B.A. in Literature with a minor in Theology from Ave Maria in 2025. Alexandra is passionate about mentoring students as they discern academic pathways and navigate university life with confidence.
Email: Alexandra.R.Baalman@avemaria.edu
Savohn Hunt, Student Support Advisor is a Graduate of Ave Maria University Class of 2020! He earned his degree in Exercise Physiology. Savohn was also a member of the Ave Maria University football team, where he served as a team captain for 2 years one of which was the Gyrene's Championship season. During his football career he was named an NAIA All-American, NAIA All-Star , and First Team All-Conference. Savohn joined the Student Support Services staff in August of 2020 and works with the Student-Athletes at Ave Maria. So far since he has joined the staff the Gyrene athletic teams have posted consecutive GPA terms: the first time in AMU history!
Email: savohn.hunt@avemaria.edu
Jenifer LeCompte, M.A., Director of Adaptive Services, providing accommodations to students with documented disabilities. Born and raised in Levittown, Pennsylvania, Jenifer has lived in Naples, Florida for the last 10 years. She graduated from Kutztown University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, and then earned a Master's Degree in Education Administration from Gwynedd Mercy University. Jenifer spent over 20 years in Special Education classrooms in Pennsylvania and Florida. She now feels blessed to come to Ave Maria and works to level the playing field so that every student has an equal opportunity to succeed academically.
Email: jenifer.lecompte@avemaria.edu
Diana Tsai, Student Support Advisor & DSO
Email: diana.tsai@avemaria.edu
Hours and Contacts
Student Support Services
Email Address: supportservices@avemaria.edu
Office Hours & Location
Student Support Services Canizaro Library Ave Maria University 5050 Ave Maria Blvd. Ave Maria, FL 34142
Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Email Address: supportservices@avemaria.edu
Office Hours & Location
Student Support Services Canizaro Library Ave Maria University 5050 Ave Maria Blvd. Ave Maria, FL 34142
Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Online Forms
On this page, you will find several forms used by the Office of Academic Records in our efforts to assist you as quickly and efficiently as possible. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (239) 280-2565 or by email at amuregistrar@avemaria.edu .
You may find a complete list of ONLINE FORMS for the Office of the Registrar at: https://www.avemaria.edu/current-students/registration-and-records/
You may find a complete list of ONLINE FORMS for the Office of the Registrar at: https://www.avemaria.edu/current-students/registration-and-records/
Incident or Student of Concern Form
The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) Reporting Form is a tool for reporting individuals exhibiting concerning behaviors. If you are aware of students who are exhibiting behaviors that might indicate a potential threat to the safety and well-being of individuals within the community please submit a report of concern:
Access the form for reporting incidents or students of concern
Access the form for reporting incidents or students of concern