Success by Design is Quincy University’s student success approach that brings advising, coaching, academic support, and wellness resources together to support you as a whole person. Rooted in our Catholic-Franciscan values, it connects you to the wider network of support that shapes your experience-career readiness, financial assistance, health and wellness services, and campus ministry for students of all faiths. It’s a personalized plan-and a support team-designed to help you stay on track, stay connected, and graduate prepared for what’s next.
Student Advising
Academic advising at Quincy University is a collaborative, student-centered process designed to help students navigate their educational journey with clarity and confidence. From the beginning of their academic career, all students are assigned a faculty academic advisor who serves as a guide, advocate, and resource throughout their time at QU.
Academic advising is an ongoing and reflective partnership that supports students in developing and achieving their educational, personal, and professional goals. Advisors assist students with course selection, degree requirements, academic planning, major and career exploration, and preparation for graduation. Through individualized educational planning, advisors help students stay on track for timely degree completion, discover their passions, and prepare for life beyond Quincy University.
Academic advising plays a critical role in student persistence, engagement, and success. Advisors work closely with students to make informed decisions about their academic pathways while connecting them to campus resources and opportunities that support their growth and development.
Success Coaches
A Quincy University Success Coach is your dedicated partner throughout your academic journey, helping you navigate college with confidence and purpose. Success Coaches work one-on-one with students to develop personalized success plans, connect you with campus resources, and support your transition into college life. They assist with goal-setting, time management, study strategies, and problem-solving. Most importantly, your Success Coach is your go-to advocate-someone who listens, encourages, and helps you make the most of your QU experience.
The Success Coach Program is located in the J. Kenneth Nesbit Student Success Center (SSC). Following the Success by Design model, success coaches serve as student advocates. The mission of the Success Coach Program is to enhance the student experience at Quincy University. Each undergraduate at Quincy University is assigned a success coach. Your success coach, a reliable point of contact from registration through graduation, provides consistent support to help you achieve your goals.
Is a Success Coach the Same as an Academic Advisor?
Both success coaches and academic advisors are invested in helping students succeed, but their roles are different. Academic advisors play a crucial role in assisting students in exploring their academic interests, finding additional information and support resources, course selection, and crafting study plans that align with their educational objectives. Success coaches help students balance school and life by emphasizing their academic and personal strengths while aiding in overcoming potential challenges.
QU Navigate 360
QU Navigate 360 is Quincy University’s student success management system, designed to proactively support students throughout their academic journey. It connects faculty, advisors, staff, and students in a coordinated network that helps students navigate their path from admission to graduation. By providing timely guidance at pivotal moments, QU Navigate helps students stay on track and achieve their academic goals. In addition, the platform leverages powerful data analytics to deliver real-time insights and student success intelligence to campus administrators and leaders.
The QU Navigate 360 mobile app is a powerful resource that enables students to connect with members of their success team, schedule appointments, stay informed about important deadlines and to-do items, find and create study groups, and access key campus resources. Students can download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store by searching for “Navigate 360 Student” and selecting Quincy University. Students log in using their QU credentials. QU Navigate is also available through a desktop version.
For faculty and staff, QU Navigate 360 provides access to student data and communication tools that facilitate meaningful connections and coordinated support. By centralizing information and outreach efforts, the platform helps faculty and support staff guide students effectively from admission through graduation. Faculty and staff can access QU Navigate 360 through the desktop login links available on the QU Navigate tab within the QU Portal.
J. Kenneth Nesbit Student Success Center
Centrally located on the lower level of Quincy University’s Brenner Library, the J. Kenneth Nesbit Student Success Center (SSC) is your hub for support, guidance, and connection throughout your academic journey at Quincy University. The Center brings together Success Coaches, tutoring, academic assistance, career preparation, service learning, and study abroad opportunities to help you build confidence, develop strong learning habits, and stay on track toward graduation. In addition to personalized support, the SSC offers classrooms, printers, study spaces, and special events designed to enhance student learning and engagement-ensuring you make the most of your QU experience.
Career Development
Located in the Student Success Center the QUEST Center provides career assistance for students and alumbi from the initial steps of selecting a major to help in finding a job after graduation.
- Career Information - Career guidance software is available to assist students in making career decisions and obtaining a variety of career information including job outlook, and salaries.
- Career Services - During the school year, the Center welcomes recruiters from businesses, and various governmental agencies. The Center also provides students information on part-time, full-time, internship, and summer employment opportunities. Assistance is also provided in developing resumes, cover letters, and interview skills.
- Internships - Quincy University has a long tradition of strengthening students’ academic experiences through professional internships.The QUEST Center supports students in finding practical, job-related experiences to enhance their academic learning. The Quincy area offers a wide range of opportunities for students to explore potential career paths and build marketable skills. Our local community provides valuable experiences for students across all majors.
- Exploratory Majors Program - Students who have not declared a major or are uncertain about their choice of major may work individually or in groups with the Director. Students complete a series of activities that allow them to explore their interests and skills and find majors and careers that correspond to them.
- Career Skill Development - Career Skill Development courses are designed to help you build the professional skills employers value most. Through practical, hands-on learning, these courses strengthen your communication, leadership, and career readiness-preparing you to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Open to students of all majors, these courses are available to any student looking to enhance their career skills. CDE 110 Career Development and CDE 120 Career Planning are offered.
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