Study Lab is the Dietrich School’s and College of General Studies' academic support center for undergraduate students. We believe all students can be successful at Pitt if given the right support to hone their academic skills and content knowledge. At Study Lab, our mission is to provide comprehensive tools and resources along with individualized assistance to students in achieving their goals by providing opportunities to explore study strategies and connect with peers to build academic skills, increase confidence and become independent learners.
Read about some of our program highlights in our 2023 Annual Report.
Study Lab has a large staff of peer educators certified as at least Level I College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) educators or Level II educators. This ensures that students seeking out academic support for challenging courses are working with peers trained in relevant, research-based strategies to support their academic development. CRLA promotes the use of innovative strategies to enhance student learning. Since 1989, CRLA has certified programs around the globe who adhere to standards of excellence in tutor programming in higher education. Study Lab is proud to be affiliated with CRLA and the many learning centers across the globe committed to quality student support programming.
Study Lab Staff
Mary Napoli, EdD (she/her)
Director, Study Lab and the McCarl Center
mlg92@pitt.edu
412-648-1203
Jennifer Smith, M.Ed. (she/her)
Assistant Director of Tutoring Services
jes351@pitt.edu
412-624-2060
Sean O'Connell, M.Ed. (he/him)
Academic Coach
spo15@pitt.edu
412-624-6643
Amanda Price, M.Ed. (she/her)
Academic Coach
amp456@pitt.edu
412-648-2222
De'Jah York (she/her)
Administrative Assistant
dcy12@pitt.edu
412-648-7920