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TUCSON ARIZONA
JOURNALSTRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
2013-2014 EDITION
ADMINISTRATION
Rudy Molina
Deb Evano
Mary Beth Foster
Hilary Cummins
Eric Fergason
ADMISSIONS
David Cillo
Max Jackson
Dennis Haymore
Lisa Marshall
STUDENT PROGRAMS amp SERVICES
Rhonda Burnett
Debra Puccio
Lupe Thompson
Adam Davi
Jennifer Hansen
Claudia Sandoval
Daniel Linden
Laura Kerry-Henkel
Grace Patterson
Sarah Sampe
Paul Bastedo
Rose Audretsch
Juan Godoy
Justin Archer
Caroline Ragano
Stephanie Dinner
EXTERNAL RELATIONS amp RESEARCH
Katie Stoll
Sharad Saxena
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
Laurel Grigg Mason
Stephen Ferris
Geoff Thames
Jessica Stansel
Samantha Becker
Matthew Hoolsema
PSYCHOLOGY
Dr Kenneth Marsh
Kacey Greening
2013-14 The University of Arizona Editor Hilary Cummins
Contributing Writers Rudy M Molina Jr Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
Hilary Cummins Adam Davi Mary Beth Foster Caroline Ragano
Jennifer Hansen and Laura Kerry-Henkel
Design and furniture on page 8 courtesy of Target Commercial Interiors
Renderings on page 7 courtesy of Gould Evans Architecture
This publication designed and produced by UA Student Affairs Marketing
for the SALT Center
Layout and Design by Dann Niegocki Photography by Murphy Raine
McGary Ben Montemayor Mariah Kay Day and FJ Gaylor Photography
Creative Direction by Misha Harrison Additional Editorial by David Miller
and Magan Alfred
PAGE 2 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
SALT CENTER TEAM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SALT Center Team 2
Table of Contents 3
Welcome from the Director 4
Principles amp Promise 5
Going Global 6
SALT Center Tomorrow 7
E-Scape 8
College Yoursquove Got This 10
Perseverance 12
Scholarship 14
In Appreciation 15
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MAXIMIZING SUCCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING AND ATTENTION CHALLENGES
It brings me great pleasure to introduce myself as director of
the SALT Center I would like to thank our students families
professionals and friends for their support and dedication
to our Mission
While our team is extremely proud of our past we are looking
forward to the future This year we are excited to partner with you
to grow our international presence We recently had the privilege
of being recognized as the international model for comprehensive
academic support for students with learning and attention
challenges we are pleased and humbled by this distinction
Our future success depends on a few key factors commitment to
our core principles ongoing support from friends of the program
and diligent effort by
our staff
As we continue to lead I
am confident the SALT
Center will be well-
positioned to support a diverse generation of students with a
complex range of strengths needs and challenges all of whom
have the desire and aptitude to earn a college degree
Our goal for each student is that they would
1 Achieve their highest academic standard of excellence
2 Socially represent themselves in the best light possible
3 Fully engage in the UA and SALT Center communities
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
PAGE 4 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR
OUR MISSION
The SALT Center inspires students with learning and
attention challenges to succeed in higher education
Through the provision of comprehensive academic support
services the SALT Center encourages student engagement
self-awareness and growth
Want to learn how you can get involved
See the article on Page 7 that outlines our
SALT Center Tomorrow campaign
OUR FUTURE IS AMBITIOUShellip
OUR MISSION REMAINS CONSTANTDr Dianne Quinn Former Director of the SALT Center
ldquo ldquo
To help students accomplish these goals the SALT Center
team will abide by the guiding principles that have made
our program the global standard-bearer I hope you find this
publication enlightening and that it provides you with a greater
understanding of how we put our philosophy into practice
Join us as we strive to reach new heights in support of
students who learn differently we invite you to be a part of
our bright future
Warmest regards
Rudy M Molina Jr
Certified Learning Center Professional - Level 3
Director
Rudy M Molina Jr SALT Center Director
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
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PRINCIPLES amp PROMISEThe principles that guide our promise to you
Taking a cue from Jim Collinsrsquo bestseller Good to Great the
SALT Center staff came together and identified 11 principles
that guide our practice We then articulated a promise for each
principle stating our commitment to the students we serve We
promise to use the following principles to guide our programs
our services and our interactions as we strive to support every
student at the SALT Center
PRINCIPLE 1 Every individual lies on a spectrum of neurological
diversity physical ability and human experience which
grows and changes over time
We will meet you wherever you are on that spectrum and
use your current skills and self-awareness to help you
develop as a learner
PRINCIPLE 2 Individuals become great by choice not by chance
We can assist you in becoming great when you are ready
to be great
PRINCIPLE 3 All individuals can learn when given
the opportunity
We cheer for you when you succeed and prompt you when
it is time to self-regulate
PRINCIPLE 4 Individuals have the potential to grow in ways they
never thought possible and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the highest possible level
of achievement
PRINCIPLE 5 Each individual has a valuable and unique life-story
We understand the importance of taking the time to listen
to and respect your story
PRINCIPLE 6 Learning is the
act or process of acquiring
new knowledge or skills
We guide you as you discover new ideas integrate new
concepts and practice new routines in order to learn
new things
PRINCIPLE 7 The learning process is an interactive partnership
that is driven by the individual
We partner with you to accomplish your goals
PRINCIPLE 8 Facilitating solutions is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions with you as you confront challenges
PRINCIPLE 9 Encouragement inspires people to achieve
their potential
We will always encourage you
PRINCIPLE 10 Learning is impacted by onersquos level of
engagement by their environment and by their community
We strive to create an optimal learning environment that
fosters engagement and a sense of community
PRINCIPLE 11 Each individual is responsible for their own
thoughts and behaviors
We help you hold yourself accountable for your behaviors
responses and expectations
To see our Principles amp
Promise in action look for
numbered lsquoPrinciple Tagsrsquo
throughout this edition of
the SALT Journal
PRIN
CIPL
ES
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
the world and it is these characteristics
that should be reproduced if others are to
achieve similar success
1 Supporting Students without
Diagnosis ndash Because support is tailored
to meet the needs of each student
diagnosis should not be conditional
Moreover because the program is
fee-based students without diagnoses
who appeal for support should be
granted access
2 Training Staff on Cognitive Individuality ndash I refer to the various
cognitive traits possessed by each person as ldquocognitive individualityrdquo
Based on the concept of Multiple Intelligences cognitive individuality
creates a profile of a personrsquos strengths and challenges It is important
to grow the expertise of the staff and tutors by refining the methods of
their training in the concept of cognitive individuality
3 Facilitating the Transition from High School to College ndash
Partnerships between high schools and universities ensure the
smooth transition to college for students with learning challenges
Universities need to inform high school students and their families of
the various support structures that they offer Similarly high schools
should support strategic learning that maximizes each studentrsquos
strengths encouraging the pursuit of a college degree for all students
with learning challenges
4 Offering Fee-Based Academic Support Services ndash The
fee-based model is important because it is self-sustaining It affords
the organization the flexibility it needs to stay relevant effective
and innovative because it is not reliant on federal funds controlled
by the university
5 Creating an Active Development Agenda ndash Due to the nature
of the fee-based model it is important to establish a well-endowed
scholarship fund for students who cannot afford support services
Access to higher education is a global imperative particularly for
those with learning challenges
It is clear that the SALT Center has successfully accumulated strong
pioneer know-how in the effective support of students with learning
challenges At Kansai University I will work to implement academic
support services for students with learning and attention challenges
I plan to spread the word about this remarkable program and to
collaborate with researchers at several institutions to investigate
the application of its practices in Japan and across the globe
GOING GLOBALSALT Center Recognized as the International Model
PAGE 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY DR NOBUTAKA MATSUMURA
OUR VISION The SALT Center
aspires to be the leading
international model
of success in higher
education for students
with learning and
attention challenges
Nobutaka Matsumura PhD is a professor of psychology at Kansai
University in Osaka Japan as well as an adjunct professor at the
Open University of Japan His research interests include the individual
needs of gifted learners He recently wrote an article about the SALT
Center in a bulletin for Kansai University entitled ldquoAcademic support for
students with developmental disabilities The SALT Centerrsquos services at
the University of Arizonardquo In this publication he highlights what can be
learned from the SALT Center regarding the support of students with
learning challenges at universities in Japan and around the world The
following is a synopsis of that article
In 2007 Japanese law governing education underwent a revision
Learning challenges such as Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder were formally
recognized as disabilities that require academic intervention However
while the concept of reasonable accommodations for students
with learning challenges is now supported by Japanese law the
implementation of these accommodations is not legally mandated
leaving students with no legal recourse if they do not receive the
support that they need
This lack of enforcement presents a problem for students as they
transition to college According to a 2012 national survey 65 of the
mainstream student population in Japanese elementary and middle
schools are struggling with learning challenges but only 260 of the
1200 colleges and universities in Japan have a support system in
place for students who learn differently Currently there are 1300
students with learning challenges receiving
academic support at Japanese universities
and that number is increasing every year
Additionally approximately 2700 students
without diagnoses receive some kind of
academic intervention Clearly support
for students with learning and attention
challenges at the college level is a necessity
and my research has lead me to the
following conclusion
I believe that the SALT Center is the international model for
comprehensive academic support for students with learning differences
The following practices set the SALT Center apart from other
post-secondary support centers on college campuses throughout
Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
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In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
CIPL
E 10
CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
CIPL
E 8
saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
CIPL
E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
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TUCSON ARIZONA
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ADMINISTRATION
Rudy Molina
Deb Evano
Mary Beth Foster
Hilary Cummins
Eric Fergason
ADMISSIONS
David Cillo
Max Jackson
Dennis Haymore
Lisa Marshall
STUDENT PROGRAMS amp SERVICES
Rhonda Burnett
Debra Puccio
Lupe Thompson
Adam Davi
Jennifer Hansen
Claudia Sandoval
Daniel Linden
Laura Kerry-Henkel
Grace Patterson
Sarah Sampe
Paul Bastedo
Rose Audretsch
Juan Godoy
Justin Archer
Caroline Ragano
Stephanie Dinner
EXTERNAL RELATIONS amp RESEARCH
Katie Stoll
Sharad Saxena
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
Laurel Grigg Mason
Stephen Ferris
Geoff Thames
Jessica Stansel
Samantha Becker
Matthew Hoolsema
PSYCHOLOGY
Dr Kenneth Marsh
Kacey Greening
2013-14 The University of Arizona Editor Hilary Cummins
Contributing Writers Rudy M Molina Jr Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
Hilary Cummins Adam Davi Mary Beth Foster Caroline Ragano
Jennifer Hansen and Laura Kerry-Henkel
Design and furniture on page 8 courtesy of Target Commercial Interiors
Renderings on page 7 courtesy of Gould Evans Architecture
This publication designed and produced by UA Student Affairs Marketing
for the SALT Center
Layout and Design by Dann Niegocki Photography by Murphy Raine
McGary Ben Montemayor Mariah Kay Day and FJ Gaylor Photography
Creative Direction by Misha Harrison Additional Editorial by David Miller
and Magan Alfred
PAGE 2 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
SALT CENTER TEAM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SALT Center Team 2
Table of Contents 3
Welcome from the Director 4
Principles amp Promise 5
Going Global 6
SALT Center Tomorrow 7
E-Scape 8
College Yoursquove Got This 10
Perseverance 12
Scholarship 14
In Appreciation 15
saltarizonaedu PAGE 3
MAXIMIZING SUCCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING AND ATTENTION CHALLENGES
It brings me great pleasure to introduce myself as director of
the SALT Center I would like to thank our students families
professionals and friends for their support and dedication
to our Mission
While our team is extremely proud of our past we are looking
forward to the future This year we are excited to partner with you
to grow our international presence We recently had the privilege
of being recognized as the international model for comprehensive
academic support for students with learning and attention
challenges we are pleased and humbled by this distinction
Our future success depends on a few key factors commitment to
our core principles ongoing support from friends of the program
and diligent effort by
our staff
As we continue to lead I
am confident the SALT
Center will be well-
positioned to support a diverse generation of students with a
complex range of strengths needs and challenges all of whom
have the desire and aptitude to earn a college degree
Our goal for each student is that they would
1 Achieve their highest academic standard of excellence
2 Socially represent themselves in the best light possible
3 Fully engage in the UA and SALT Center communities
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
PAGE 4 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR
OUR MISSION
The SALT Center inspires students with learning and
attention challenges to succeed in higher education
Through the provision of comprehensive academic support
services the SALT Center encourages student engagement
self-awareness and growth
Want to learn how you can get involved
See the article on Page 7 that outlines our
SALT Center Tomorrow campaign
OUR FUTURE IS AMBITIOUShellip
OUR MISSION REMAINS CONSTANTDr Dianne Quinn Former Director of the SALT Center
ldquo ldquo
To help students accomplish these goals the SALT Center
team will abide by the guiding principles that have made
our program the global standard-bearer I hope you find this
publication enlightening and that it provides you with a greater
understanding of how we put our philosophy into practice
Join us as we strive to reach new heights in support of
students who learn differently we invite you to be a part of
our bright future
Warmest regards
Rudy M Molina Jr
Certified Learning Center Professional - Level 3
Director
Rudy M Molina Jr SALT Center Director
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
saltarizonaedu PAGE 5
PRINCIPLES amp PROMISEThe principles that guide our promise to you
Taking a cue from Jim Collinsrsquo bestseller Good to Great the
SALT Center staff came together and identified 11 principles
that guide our practice We then articulated a promise for each
principle stating our commitment to the students we serve We
promise to use the following principles to guide our programs
our services and our interactions as we strive to support every
student at the SALT Center
PRINCIPLE 1 Every individual lies on a spectrum of neurological
diversity physical ability and human experience which
grows and changes over time
We will meet you wherever you are on that spectrum and
use your current skills and self-awareness to help you
develop as a learner
PRINCIPLE 2 Individuals become great by choice not by chance
We can assist you in becoming great when you are ready
to be great
PRINCIPLE 3 All individuals can learn when given
the opportunity
We cheer for you when you succeed and prompt you when
it is time to self-regulate
PRINCIPLE 4 Individuals have the potential to grow in ways they
never thought possible and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the highest possible level
of achievement
PRINCIPLE 5 Each individual has a valuable and unique life-story
We understand the importance of taking the time to listen
to and respect your story
PRINCIPLE 6 Learning is the
act or process of acquiring
new knowledge or skills
We guide you as you discover new ideas integrate new
concepts and practice new routines in order to learn
new things
PRINCIPLE 7 The learning process is an interactive partnership
that is driven by the individual
We partner with you to accomplish your goals
PRINCIPLE 8 Facilitating solutions is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions with you as you confront challenges
PRINCIPLE 9 Encouragement inspires people to achieve
their potential
We will always encourage you
PRINCIPLE 10 Learning is impacted by onersquos level of
engagement by their environment and by their community
We strive to create an optimal learning environment that
fosters engagement and a sense of community
PRINCIPLE 11 Each individual is responsible for their own
thoughts and behaviors
We help you hold yourself accountable for your behaviors
responses and expectations
To see our Principles amp
Promise in action look for
numbered lsquoPrinciple Tagsrsquo
throughout this edition of
the SALT Journal
PRIN
CIPL
ES
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
the world and it is these characteristics
that should be reproduced if others are to
achieve similar success
1 Supporting Students without
Diagnosis ndash Because support is tailored
to meet the needs of each student
diagnosis should not be conditional
Moreover because the program is
fee-based students without diagnoses
who appeal for support should be
granted access
2 Training Staff on Cognitive Individuality ndash I refer to the various
cognitive traits possessed by each person as ldquocognitive individualityrdquo
Based on the concept of Multiple Intelligences cognitive individuality
creates a profile of a personrsquos strengths and challenges It is important
to grow the expertise of the staff and tutors by refining the methods of
their training in the concept of cognitive individuality
3 Facilitating the Transition from High School to College ndash
Partnerships between high schools and universities ensure the
smooth transition to college for students with learning challenges
Universities need to inform high school students and their families of
the various support structures that they offer Similarly high schools
should support strategic learning that maximizes each studentrsquos
strengths encouraging the pursuit of a college degree for all students
with learning challenges
4 Offering Fee-Based Academic Support Services ndash The
fee-based model is important because it is self-sustaining It affords
the organization the flexibility it needs to stay relevant effective
and innovative because it is not reliant on federal funds controlled
by the university
5 Creating an Active Development Agenda ndash Due to the nature
of the fee-based model it is important to establish a well-endowed
scholarship fund for students who cannot afford support services
Access to higher education is a global imperative particularly for
those with learning challenges
It is clear that the SALT Center has successfully accumulated strong
pioneer know-how in the effective support of students with learning
challenges At Kansai University I will work to implement academic
support services for students with learning and attention challenges
I plan to spread the word about this remarkable program and to
collaborate with researchers at several institutions to investigate
the application of its practices in Japan and across the globe
GOING GLOBALSALT Center Recognized as the International Model
PAGE 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY DR NOBUTAKA MATSUMURA
OUR VISION The SALT Center
aspires to be the leading
international model
of success in higher
education for students
with learning and
attention challenges
Nobutaka Matsumura PhD is a professor of psychology at Kansai
University in Osaka Japan as well as an adjunct professor at the
Open University of Japan His research interests include the individual
needs of gifted learners He recently wrote an article about the SALT
Center in a bulletin for Kansai University entitled ldquoAcademic support for
students with developmental disabilities The SALT Centerrsquos services at
the University of Arizonardquo In this publication he highlights what can be
learned from the SALT Center regarding the support of students with
learning challenges at universities in Japan and around the world The
following is a synopsis of that article
In 2007 Japanese law governing education underwent a revision
Learning challenges such as Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder were formally
recognized as disabilities that require academic intervention However
while the concept of reasonable accommodations for students
with learning challenges is now supported by Japanese law the
implementation of these accommodations is not legally mandated
leaving students with no legal recourse if they do not receive the
support that they need
This lack of enforcement presents a problem for students as they
transition to college According to a 2012 national survey 65 of the
mainstream student population in Japanese elementary and middle
schools are struggling with learning challenges but only 260 of the
1200 colleges and universities in Japan have a support system in
place for students who learn differently Currently there are 1300
students with learning challenges receiving
academic support at Japanese universities
and that number is increasing every year
Additionally approximately 2700 students
without diagnoses receive some kind of
academic intervention Clearly support
for students with learning and attention
challenges at the college level is a necessity
and my research has lead me to the
following conclusion
I believe that the SALT Center is the international model for
comprehensive academic support for students with learning differences
The following practices set the SALT Center apart from other
post-secondary support centers on college campuses throughout
Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
saltarizonaedu PAGE 7
In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
CIPL
E 10
CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
CIPL
E 8
saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
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Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
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E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
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1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
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TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SALT Center Team 2
Table of Contents 3
Welcome from the Director 4
Principles amp Promise 5
Going Global 6
SALT Center Tomorrow 7
E-Scape 8
College Yoursquove Got This 10
Perseverance 12
Scholarship 14
In Appreciation 15
saltarizonaedu PAGE 3
MAXIMIZING SUCCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING AND ATTENTION CHALLENGES
It brings me great pleasure to introduce myself as director of
the SALT Center I would like to thank our students families
professionals and friends for their support and dedication
to our Mission
While our team is extremely proud of our past we are looking
forward to the future This year we are excited to partner with you
to grow our international presence We recently had the privilege
of being recognized as the international model for comprehensive
academic support for students with learning and attention
challenges we are pleased and humbled by this distinction
Our future success depends on a few key factors commitment to
our core principles ongoing support from friends of the program
and diligent effort by
our staff
As we continue to lead I
am confident the SALT
Center will be well-
positioned to support a diverse generation of students with a
complex range of strengths needs and challenges all of whom
have the desire and aptitude to earn a college degree
Our goal for each student is that they would
1 Achieve their highest academic standard of excellence
2 Socially represent themselves in the best light possible
3 Fully engage in the UA and SALT Center communities
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
PAGE 4 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR
OUR MISSION
The SALT Center inspires students with learning and
attention challenges to succeed in higher education
Through the provision of comprehensive academic support
services the SALT Center encourages student engagement
self-awareness and growth
Want to learn how you can get involved
See the article on Page 7 that outlines our
SALT Center Tomorrow campaign
OUR FUTURE IS AMBITIOUShellip
OUR MISSION REMAINS CONSTANTDr Dianne Quinn Former Director of the SALT Center
ldquo ldquo
To help students accomplish these goals the SALT Center
team will abide by the guiding principles that have made
our program the global standard-bearer I hope you find this
publication enlightening and that it provides you with a greater
understanding of how we put our philosophy into practice
Join us as we strive to reach new heights in support of
students who learn differently we invite you to be a part of
our bright future
Warmest regards
Rudy M Molina Jr
Certified Learning Center Professional - Level 3
Director
Rudy M Molina Jr SALT Center Director
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
saltarizonaedu PAGE 5
PRINCIPLES amp PROMISEThe principles that guide our promise to you
Taking a cue from Jim Collinsrsquo bestseller Good to Great the
SALT Center staff came together and identified 11 principles
that guide our practice We then articulated a promise for each
principle stating our commitment to the students we serve We
promise to use the following principles to guide our programs
our services and our interactions as we strive to support every
student at the SALT Center
PRINCIPLE 1 Every individual lies on a spectrum of neurological
diversity physical ability and human experience which
grows and changes over time
We will meet you wherever you are on that spectrum and
use your current skills and self-awareness to help you
develop as a learner
PRINCIPLE 2 Individuals become great by choice not by chance
We can assist you in becoming great when you are ready
to be great
PRINCIPLE 3 All individuals can learn when given
the opportunity
We cheer for you when you succeed and prompt you when
it is time to self-regulate
PRINCIPLE 4 Individuals have the potential to grow in ways they
never thought possible and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the highest possible level
of achievement
PRINCIPLE 5 Each individual has a valuable and unique life-story
We understand the importance of taking the time to listen
to and respect your story
PRINCIPLE 6 Learning is the
act or process of acquiring
new knowledge or skills
We guide you as you discover new ideas integrate new
concepts and practice new routines in order to learn
new things
PRINCIPLE 7 The learning process is an interactive partnership
that is driven by the individual
We partner with you to accomplish your goals
PRINCIPLE 8 Facilitating solutions is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions with you as you confront challenges
PRINCIPLE 9 Encouragement inspires people to achieve
their potential
We will always encourage you
PRINCIPLE 10 Learning is impacted by onersquos level of
engagement by their environment and by their community
We strive to create an optimal learning environment that
fosters engagement and a sense of community
PRINCIPLE 11 Each individual is responsible for their own
thoughts and behaviors
We help you hold yourself accountable for your behaviors
responses and expectations
To see our Principles amp
Promise in action look for
numbered lsquoPrinciple Tagsrsquo
throughout this edition of
the SALT Journal
PRIN
CIPL
ES
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
the world and it is these characteristics
that should be reproduced if others are to
achieve similar success
1 Supporting Students without
Diagnosis ndash Because support is tailored
to meet the needs of each student
diagnosis should not be conditional
Moreover because the program is
fee-based students without diagnoses
who appeal for support should be
granted access
2 Training Staff on Cognitive Individuality ndash I refer to the various
cognitive traits possessed by each person as ldquocognitive individualityrdquo
Based on the concept of Multiple Intelligences cognitive individuality
creates a profile of a personrsquos strengths and challenges It is important
to grow the expertise of the staff and tutors by refining the methods of
their training in the concept of cognitive individuality
3 Facilitating the Transition from High School to College ndash
Partnerships between high schools and universities ensure the
smooth transition to college for students with learning challenges
Universities need to inform high school students and their families of
the various support structures that they offer Similarly high schools
should support strategic learning that maximizes each studentrsquos
strengths encouraging the pursuit of a college degree for all students
with learning challenges
4 Offering Fee-Based Academic Support Services ndash The
fee-based model is important because it is self-sustaining It affords
the organization the flexibility it needs to stay relevant effective
and innovative because it is not reliant on federal funds controlled
by the university
5 Creating an Active Development Agenda ndash Due to the nature
of the fee-based model it is important to establish a well-endowed
scholarship fund for students who cannot afford support services
Access to higher education is a global imperative particularly for
those with learning challenges
It is clear that the SALT Center has successfully accumulated strong
pioneer know-how in the effective support of students with learning
challenges At Kansai University I will work to implement academic
support services for students with learning and attention challenges
I plan to spread the word about this remarkable program and to
collaborate with researchers at several institutions to investigate
the application of its practices in Japan and across the globe
GOING GLOBALSALT Center Recognized as the International Model
PAGE 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY DR NOBUTAKA MATSUMURA
OUR VISION The SALT Center
aspires to be the leading
international model
of success in higher
education for students
with learning and
attention challenges
Nobutaka Matsumura PhD is a professor of psychology at Kansai
University in Osaka Japan as well as an adjunct professor at the
Open University of Japan His research interests include the individual
needs of gifted learners He recently wrote an article about the SALT
Center in a bulletin for Kansai University entitled ldquoAcademic support for
students with developmental disabilities The SALT Centerrsquos services at
the University of Arizonardquo In this publication he highlights what can be
learned from the SALT Center regarding the support of students with
learning challenges at universities in Japan and around the world The
following is a synopsis of that article
In 2007 Japanese law governing education underwent a revision
Learning challenges such as Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder were formally
recognized as disabilities that require academic intervention However
while the concept of reasonable accommodations for students
with learning challenges is now supported by Japanese law the
implementation of these accommodations is not legally mandated
leaving students with no legal recourse if they do not receive the
support that they need
This lack of enforcement presents a problem for students as they
transition to college According to a 2012 national survey 65 of the
mainstream student population in Japanese elementary and middle
schools are struggling with learning challenges but only 260 of the
1200 colleges and universities in Japan have a support system in
place for students who learn differently Currently there are 1300
students with learning challenges receiving
academic support at Japanese universities
and that number is increasing every year
Additionally approximately 2700 students
without diagnoses receive some kind of
academic intervention Clearly support
for students with learning and attention
challenges at the college level is a necessity
and my research has lead me to the
following conclusion
I believe that the SALT Center is the international model for
comprehensive academic support for students with learning differences
The following practices set the SALT Center apart from other
post-secondary support centers on college campuses throughout
Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
saltarizonaedu PAGE 7
In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
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CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
CIPL
E 8
saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
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To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
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E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
It brings me great pleasure to introduce myself as director of
the SALT Center I would like to thank our students families
professionals and friends for their support and dedication
to our Mission
While our team is extremely proud of our past we are looking
forward to the future This year we are excited to partner with you
to grow our international presence We recently had the privilege
of being recognized as the international model for comprehensive
academic support for students with learning and attention
challenges we are pleased and humbled by this distinction
Our future success depends on a few key factors commitment to
our core principles ongoing support from friends of the program
and diligent effort by
our staff
As we continue to lead I
am confident the SALT
Center will be well-
positioned to support a diverse generation of students with a
complex range of strengths needs and challenges all of whom
have the desire and aptitude to earn a college degree
Our goal for each student is that they would
1 Achieve their highest academic standard of excellence
2 Socially represent themselves in the best light possible
3 Fully engage in the UA and SALT Center communities
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
PAGE 4 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR
OUR MISSION
The SALT Center inspires students with learning and
attention challenges to succeed in higher education
Through the provision of comprehensive academic support
services the SALT Center encourages student engagement
self-awareness and growth
Want to learn how you can get involved
See the article on Page 7 that outlines our
SALT Center Tomorrow campaign
OUR FUTURE IS AMBITIOUShellip
OUR MISSION REMAINS CONSTANTDr Dianne Quinn Former Director of the SALT Center
ldquo ldquo
To help students accomplish these goals the SALT Center
team will abide by the guiding principles that have made
our program the global standard-bearer I hope you find this
publication enlightening and that it provides you with a greater
understanding of how we put our philosophy into practice
Join us as we strive to reach new heights in support of
students who learn differently we invite you to be a part of
our bright future
Warmest regards
Rudy M Molina Jr
Certified Learning Center Professional - Level 3
Director
Rudy M Molina Jr SALT Center Director
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
saltarizonaedu PAGE 5
PRINCIPLES amp PROMISEThe principles that guide our promise to you
Taking a cue from Jim Collinsrsquo bestseller Good to Great the
SALT Center staff came together and identified 11 principles
that guide our practice We then articulated a promise for each
principle stating our commitment to the students we serve We
promise to use the following principles to guide our programs
our services and our interactions as we strive to support every
student at the SALT Center
PRINCIPLE 1 Every individual lies on a spectrum of neurological
diversity physical ability and human experience which
grows and changes over time
We will meet you wherever you are on that spectrum and
use your current skills and self-awareness to help you
develop as a learner
PRINCIPLE 2 Individuals become great by choice not by chance
We can assist you in becoming great when you are ready
to be great
PRINCIPLE 3 All individuals can learn when given
the opportunity
We cheer for you when you succeed and prompt you when
it is time to self-regulate
PRINCIPLE 4 Individuals have the potential to grow in ways they
never thought possible and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the highest possible level
of achievement
PRINCIPLE 5 Each individual has a valuable and unique life-story
We understand the importance of taking the time to listen
to and respect your story
PRINCIPLE 6 Learning is the
act or process of acquiring
new knowledge or skills
We guide you as you discover new ideas integrate new
concepts and practice new routines in order to learn
new things
PRINCIPLE 7 The learning process is an interactive partnership
that is driven by the individual
We partner with you to accomplish your goals
PRINCIPLE 8 Facilitating solutions is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions with you as you confront challenges
PRINCIPLE 9 Encouragement inspires people to achieve
their potential
We will always encourage you
PRINCIPLE 10 Learning is impacted by onersquos level of
engagement by their environment and by their community
We strive to create an optimal learning environment that
fosters engagement and a sense of community
PRINCIPLE 11 Each individual is responsible for their own
thoughts and behaviors
We help you hold yourself accountable for your behaviors
responses and expectations
To see our Principles amp
Promise in action look for
numbered lsquoPrinciple Tagsrsquo
throughout this edition of
the SALT Journal
PRIN
CIPL
ES
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
the world and it is these characteristics
that should be reproduced if others are to
achieve similar success
1 Supporting Students without
Diagnosis ndash Because support is tailored
to meet the needs of each student
diagnosis should not be conditional
Moreover because the program is
fee-based students without diagnoses
who appeal for support should be
granted access
2 Training Staff on Cognitive Individuality ndash I refer to the various
cognitive traits possessed by each person as ldquocognitive individualityrdquo
Based on the concept of Multiple Intelligences cognitive individuality
creates a profile of a personrsquos strengths and challenges It is important
to grow the expertise of the staff and tutors by refining the methods of
their training in the concept of cognitive individuality
3 Facilitating the Transition from High School to College ndash
Partnerships between high schools and universities ensure the
smooth transition to college for students with learning challenges
Universities need to inform high school students and their families of
the various support structures that they offer Similarly high schools
should support strategic learning that maximizes each studentrsquos
strengths encouraging the pursuit of a college degree for all students
with learning challenges
4 Offering Fee-Based Academic Support Services ndash The
fee-based model is important because it is self-sustaining It affords
the organization the flexibility it needs to stay relevant effective
and innovative because it is not reliant on federal funds controlled
by the university
5 Creating an Active Development Agenda ndash Due to the nature
of the fee-based model it is important to establish a well-endowed
scholarship fund for students who cannot afford support services
Access to higher education is a global imperative particularly for
those with learning challenges
It is clear that the SALT Center has successfully accumulated strong
pioneer know-how in the effective support of students with learning
challenges At Kansai University I will work to implement academic
support services for students with learning and attention challenges
I plan to spread the word about this remarkable program and to
collaborate with researchers at several institutions to investigate
the application of its practices in Japan and across the globe
GOING GLOBALSALT Center Recognized as the International Model
PAGE 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY DR NOBUTAKA MATSUMURA
OUR VISION The SALT Center
aspires to be the leading
international model
of success in higher
education for students
with learning and
attention challenges
Nobutaka Matsumura PhD is a professor of psychology at Kansai
University in Osaka Japan as well as an adjunct professor at the
Open University of Japan His research interests include the individual
needs of gifted learners He recently wrote an article about the SALT
Center in a bulletin for Kansai University entitled ldquoAcademic support for
students with developmental disabilities The SALT Centerrsquos services at
the University of Arizonardquo In this publication he highlights what can be
learned from the SALT Center regarding the support of students with
learning challenges at universities in Japan and around the world The
following is a synopsis of that article
In 2007 Japanese law governing education underwent a revision
Learning challenges such as Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder were formally
recognized as disabilities that require academic intervention However
while the concept of reasonable accommodations for students
with learning challenges is now supported by Japanese law the
implementation of these accommodations is not legally mandated
leaving students with no legal recourse if they do not receive the
support that they need
This lack of enforcement presents a problem for students as they
transition to college According to a 2012 national survey 65 of the
mainstream student population in Japanese elementary and middle
schools are struggling with learning challenges but only 260 of the
1200 colleges and universities in Japan have a support system in
place for students who learn differently Currently there are 1300
students with learning challenges receiving
academic support at Japanese universities
and that number is increasing every year
Additionally approximately 2700 students
without diagnoses receive some kind of
academic intervention Clearly support
for students with learning and attention
challenges at the college level is a necessity
and my research has lead me to the
following conclusion
I believe that the SALT Center is the international model for
comprehensive academic support for students with learning differences
The following practices set the SALT Center apart from other
post-secondary support centers on college campuses throughout
Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
saltarizonaedu PAGE 7
In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
CIPL
E 10
CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
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saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
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To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
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Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
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STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
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SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
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TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
WELCOMEFROM THE DIRECTOR
saltarizonaedu PAGE 5
PRINCIPLES amp PROMISEThe principles that guide our promise to you
Taking a cue from Jim Collinsrsquo bestseller Good to Great the
SALT Center staff came together and identified 11 principles
that guide our practice We then articulated a promise for each
principle stating our commitment to the students we serve We
promise to use the following principles to guide our programs
our services and our interactions as we strive to support every
student at the SALT Center
PRINCIPLE 1 Every individual lies on a spectrum of neurological
diversity physical ability and human experience which
grows and changes over time
We will meet you wherever you are on that spectrum and
use your current skills and self-awareness to help you
develop as a learner
PRINCIPLE 2 Individuals become great by choice not by chance
We can assist you in becoming great when you are ready
to be great
PRINCIPLE 3 All individuals can learn when given
the opportunity
We cheer for you when you succeed and prompt you when
it is time to self-regulate
PRINCIPLE 4 Individuals have the potential to grow in ways they
never thought possible and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the highest possible level
of achievement
PRINCIPLE 5 Each individual has a valuable and unique life-story
We understand the importance of taking the time to listen
to and respect your story
PRINCIPLE 6 Learning is the
act or process of acquiring
new knowledge or skills
We guide you as you discover new ideas integrate new
concepts and practice new routines in order to learn
new things
PRINCIPLE 7 The learning process is an interactive partnership
that is driven by the individual
We partner with you to accomplish your goals
PRINCIPLE 8 Facilitating solutions is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions with you as you confront challenges
PRINCIPLE 9 Encouragement inspires people to achieve
their potential
We will always encourage you
PRINCIPLE 10 Learning is impacted by onersquos level of
engagement by their environment and by their community
We strive to create an optimal learning environment that
fosters engagement and a sense of community
PRINCIPLE 11 Each individual is responsible for their own
thoughts and behaviors
We help you hold yourself accountable for your behaviors
responses and expectations
To see our Principles amp
Promise in action look for
numbered lsquoPrinciple Tagsrsquo
throughout this edition of
the SALT Journal
PRIN
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ES
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
the world and it is these characteristics
that should be reproduced if others are to
achieve similar success
1 Supporting Students without
Diagnosis ndash Because support is tailored
to meet the needs of each student
diagnosis should not be conditional
Moreover because the program is
fee-based students without diagnoses
who appeal for support should be
granted access
2 Training Staff on Cognitive Individuality ndash I refer to the various
cognitive traits possessed by each person as ldquocognitive individualityrdquo
Based on the concept of Multiple Intelligences cognitive individuality
creates a profile of a personrsquos strengths and challenges It is important
to grow the expertise of the staff and tutors by refining the methods of
their training in the concept of cognitive individuality
3 Facilitating the Transition from High School to College ndash
Partnerships between high schools and universities ensure the
smooth transition to college for students with learning challenges
Universities need to inform high school students and their families of
the various support structures that they offer Similarly high schools
should support strategic learning that maximizes each studentrsquos
strengths encouraging the pursuit of a college degree for all students
with learning challenges
4 Offering Fee-Based Academic Support Services ndash The
fee-based model is important because it is self-sustaining It affords
the organization the flexibility it needs to stay relevant effective
and innovative because it is not reliant on federal funds controlled
by the university
5 Creating an Active Development Agenda ndash Due to the nature
of the fee-based model it is important to establish a well-endowed
scholarship fund for students who cannot afford support services
Access to higher education is a global imperative particularly for
those with learning challenges
It is clear that the SALT Center has successfully accumulated strong
pioneer know-how in the effective support of students with learning
challenges At Kansai University I will work to implement academic
support services for students with learning and attention challenges
I plan to spread the word about this remarkable program and to
collaborate with researchers at several institutions to investigate
the application of its practices in Japan and across the globe
GOING GLOBALSALT Center Recognized as the International Model
PAGE 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY DR NOBUTAKA MATSUMURA
OUR VISION The SALT Center
aspires to be the leading
international model
of success in higher
education for students
with learning and
attention challenges
Nobutaka Matsumura PhD is a professor of psychology at Kansai
University in Osaka Japan as well as an adjunct professor at the
Open University of Japan His research interests include the individual
needs of gifted learners He recently wrote an article about the SALT
Center in a bulletin for Kansai University entitled ldquoAcademic support for
students with developmental disabilities The SALT Centerrsquos services at
the University of Arizonardquo In this publication he highlights what can be
learned from the SALT Center regarding the support of students with
learning challenges at universities in Japan and around the world The
following is a synopsis of that article
In 2007 Japanese law governing education underwent a revision
Learning challenges such as Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder were formally
recognized as disabilities that require academic intervention However
while the concept of reasonable accommodations for students
with learning challenges is now supported by Japanese law the
implementation of these accommodations is not legally mandated
leaving students with no legal recourse if they do not receive the
support that they need
This lack of enforcement presents a problem for students as they
transition to college According to a 2012 national survey 65 of the
mainstream student population in Japanese elementary and middle
schools are struggling with learning challenges but only 260 of the
1200 colleges and universities in Japan have a support system in
place for students who learn differently Currently there are 1300
students with learning challenges receiving
academic support at Japanese universities
and that number is increasing every year
Additionally approximately 2700 students
without diagnoses receive some kind of
academic intervention Clearly support
for students with learning and attention
challenges at the college level is a necessity
and my research has lead me to the
following conclusion
I believe that the SALT Center is the international model for
comprehensive academic support for students with learning differences
The following practices set the SALT Center apart from other
post-secondary support centers on college campuses throughout
Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
saltarizonaedu PAGE 7
In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
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CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
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saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
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To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
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Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
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STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
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SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
the world and it is these characteristics
that should be reproduced if others are to
achieve similar success
1 Supporting Students without
Diagnosis ndash Because support is tailored
to meet the needs of each student
diagnosis should not be conditional
Moreover because the program is
fee-based students without diagnoses
who appeal for support should be
granted access
2 Training Staff on Cognitive Individuality ndash I refer to the various
cognitive traits possessed by each person as ldquocognitive individualityrdquo
Based on the concept of Multiple Intelligences cognitive individuality
creates a profile of a personrsquos strengths and challenges It is important
to grow the expertise of the staff and tutors by refining the methods of
their training in the concept of cognitive individuality
3 Facilitating the Transition from High School to College ndash
Partnerships between high schools and universities ensure the
smooth transition to college for students with learning challenges
Universities need to inform high school students and their families of
the various support structures that they offer Similarly high schools
should support strategic learning that maximizes each studentrsquos
strengths encouraging the pursuit of a college degree for all students
with learning challenges
4 Offering Fee-Based Academic Support Services ndash The
fee-based model is important because it is self-sustaining It affords
the organization the flexibility it needs to stay relevant effective
and innovative because it is not reliant on federal funds controlled
by the university
5 Creating an Active Development Agenda ndash Due to the nature
of the fee-based model it is important to establish a well-endowed
scholarship fund for students who cannot afford support services
Access to higher education is a global imperative particularly for
those with learning challenges
It is clear that the SALT Center has successfully accumulated strong
pioneer know-how in the effective support of students with learning
challenges At Kansai University I will work to implement academic
support services for students with learning and attention challenges
I plan to spread the word about this remarkable program and to
collaborate with researchers at several institutions to investigate
the application of its practices in Japan and across the globe
GOING GLOBALSALT Center Recognized as the International Model
PAGE 6 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
BY DR NOBUTAKA MATSUMURA
OUR VISION The SALT Center
aspires to be the leading
international model
of success in higher
education for students
with learning and
attention challenges
Nobutaka Matsumura PhD is a professor of psychology at Kansai
University in Osaka Japan as well as an adjunct professor at the
Open University of Japan His research interests include the individual
needs of gifted learners He recently wrote an article about the SALT
Center in a bulletin for Kansai University entitled ldquoAcademic support for
students with developmental disabilities The SALT Centerrsquos services at
the University of Arizonardquo In this publication he highlights what can be
learned from the SALT Center regarding the support of students with
learning challenges at universities in Japan and around the world The
following is a synopsis of that article
In 2007 Japanese law governing education underwent a revision
Learning challenges such as Learning Disabilities Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder were formally
recognized as disabilities that require academic intervention However
while the concept of reasonable accommodations for students
with learning challenges is now supported by Japanese law the
implementation of these accommodations is not legally mandated
leaving students with no legal recourse if they do not receive the
support that they need
This lack of enforcement presents a problem for students as they
transition to college According to a 2012 national survey 65 of the
mainstream student population in Japanese elementary and middle
schools are struggling with learning challenges but only 260 of the
1200 colleges and universities in Japan have a support system in
place for students who learn differently Currently there are 1300
students with learning challenges receiving
academic support at Japanese universities
and that number is increasing every year
Additionally approximately 2700 students
without diagnoses receive some kind of
academic intervention Clearly support
for students with learning and attention
challenges at the college level is a necessity
and my research has lead me to the
following conclusion
I believe that the SALT Center is the international model for
comprehensive academic support for students with learning differences
The following practices set the SALT Center apart from other
post-secondary support centers on college campuses throughout
Dr Nobutaka Matsumura
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
saltarizonaedu PAGE 7
In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
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CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
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saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
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To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
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Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
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STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
10 Sectional Lightwell Studies
Existing Condition - Level 1 Proposal - Level 1
Expanded writers labfrom 4 workstationsto 9 workstations
New reception desk
New glazed entry
New restrooms
Variety of soft seating in SocialWelcome Area
Operable glazing to expand for events
New open exablemath science lab
Relocated expandedgroup room from second oor
Catering staging area
Relocated desks
New soft seating areas
02 First Floor Options [expanded lab spaces]
saltarizonaedu PAGE 7
In the United States students with learning and attention differences
are enrolling in college at a higher rate every year Sadly as many
as two-thirds of these students will not make it to graduation Those
who do usually have to transfer from school to school trying to find
the best fit for academic support
Fortunately this grim statistic does not hold water at the University of
Arizona - two out of three students who utilize SALT Center services
graduate from the University of Arizona and they do it without having
to transfer to another institution The SALT Center model drastically
reduces the drop-out rate for college students who struggle with
learning and attention challenges Long hailed as a national model
the SALT Center was recently recognized at the international level
cited as the leading program
for comprehensive academic
support for students with
learning differences in
the world
The SALT Centerrsquos vision is
simple yet ambitious ndash to help
students with learning and
attention challenges find their
place and their purpose The
journey of self-realization is a
daunting process for anyone but for students who learn differently
it often feels impossible Fortunately when it comes to helping
students match their major with their passion and preparing them
for post-collegiate success the SALT Center team is second to none
We are ambitious because we know the value of excellence and we
refuse to pay the price of complacency We are ready to continue
to make an impact but we cannot do it alone You can make a
difference with your support more students can find their place and
their purpose
It is therefore with great enthusiasm that we invite you to participate
in SALT Center Tomorrow a five-year $21 million campaign that will
build the future of the SALT Center We seek your support to ensure
that our recent accomplishments are not remembered simply as a
bright moment in our history but rather as the foundation for a SALT
Center with permanency of breadth and strength ndash a SALT Center
with the capacity to contribute by means of its scholarship and its
graduates not just to the nation but to the world
SALT CENTER TOMORROW
BY RUDY M MOLINA JR AND HILARY CUMMINS
JOIN THE DIRECTORrsquoS CIRCLEThe Directorrsquos Circle is a leadership group dedicated to
enhancing the mission and values of the department by providing
an annual consistent source of unrestricted funding to the
SALT Center Members include friends of our program parents of
current and former students professionals business
leaders and alumni To join please visit our website at
saltarizonaedualumni-donorsdirectors-circle
or contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
SALT CENTER TOMORROW GOALS
The Gift of Innovation Growing Global Programs and Services The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Access Increasing Scholarship Funds for Students in Need The Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund Goal $7 Million
The Gift of Space Creating an Optimal Learning Environment The SALT Center General Fund Goal $7 Million
Learning is impacted by
onersquos level of engagement
by their environment and
by their community
We strive to create
an optimal learning
environment that fosters
engagement and a sense
of communityPRIN
CIPL
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CURRENTLY RAISED $21 MILLION OUT OF $21 MILLION
Join Our Capital Campaign to Build the Future of the SALT Center
Rendering of proposed expansion to the Patricia A Bartlett Building
home of the SALT Center by Gould Evans Architecture
E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
CIPL
E 8
saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
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E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
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TUCSON ARIZONA
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E-SCAPE A New Twist on Technology in the CRL
BY ADAM DAVI AND MARY BETH FOSTER
PAGE 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Our new workstations will include large open
spaces where students can use their own
technology collaboratively or independently
At the University of Arizona access to technology has never been
easier The SALT Center is continuously exploring new ways to
make use of technologies that may benefit students with learning
and attention challenges and you can find those technologies in
our Computer Resource Lab (CRL)
Based on the recommendation of TILT (Technology Integration
for Learning Task Force) a SALT Center committee dedicated to
evaluating educational technology and making recommendations
for optimizing its use we are excited to announce some big
changes in both the staffing and the layout of the CRL Key
contributors to TILT included staff members Mary Beth Foster
Adam Davi Joy Jerauld and Krisanne Ryther graduate assistant
Dorothy Hayden and students Evan Greer and Mimi Shocksnider
First and foremost we created a position dedicated to keeping the
SALT Center on the cutting edge of new technology Mary Beth
Foster is our first Educational Technology Coordinator and she
has assembled a team of student Technology Consultants to help
the CRL run more efficiently
As a former Learning Specialist Mary Beth is an excellent
resource for students SALT staff and faculty for innovations in
learning support and engagement
Her Technology Consultants include William Endicott Evan Greer
and Jeremy Jalnos Together they work to explore new initiatives
and provide support to students with assistive technology
software course tools and learning and organizational apps
As seniors at the UA who utilize SALT center services the
Technology Consultants have many strategies and tips to offer
students as well as a wealth of experience with programs
like Dragon Naturally Speaking and Kurzweil Consultants are
available in our 18-station computer lab for drop-in assistance
or individual appointments and they will also present workshop
demonstrations and pioneer the development of emerging
technology projects
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGYStudents who utilize SALT Center services have
access not only to tried-and-true assistive technology
hardware and software (such as Dragon Kurzweil
and Inspiration) they also get to experience emerging
technologies like tablets and mobile apps Our Computer
Resource Lab (CRL) houses the most cutting-edge
assistive technology available in order to enhance the
learning experience for our students
Computer Resource Lab
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
CIPL
E 8
saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
CIPL
E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
These new faces arenrsquot the only changes coming to
the CRL - because more and more students enter
college equipped with laptops and tablets we are
giving our Computer Resource Lab a makeover by
adding an E-scape Lounge which will serve as a study
area and ldquolearning sandboxrdquo The Lounge will soon be
furnished with comfortable seating and workstations
to accommodate students who bring their own
technology It will feature tablet seating moveable
furniture and a portable partition for those who want
to set their study
space apart from
distractions
Some other
exciting new
features of the
CRL will be
the addition of
iPads as well as
Windows 8 and
Android tablets
We want to give students an opportunity to discover
and explore educational apps with our Technology
Consultants across multiple platforms We are also
planning to install extended desktop stations which
will allow students to connect their laptops to large
monitors for group collaboration
Future improvements of the SALT Center will ensure
that our students have the most current and effective
tools for learning We are exploring other additions
such as Mediascape collaborative workstations
interactive white-boards table-top touch screens and
large LED displays We look forward to expanding the
use of educational technology in both the physical and
virtual landscape of the SALT Center
GOING GREEN SALT Center ONLINE APPLICATION
The SALT Center online application is now linked to the
University of Arizona online undergraduate application
Applying has never been easier simply complete the form
upload documentation of your learning challenge and
pay by credit card
Facilitating solutions
is a critical part of the
learning process
We explore solutions
with you as you confront
challenges
PRIN
CIPL
E 8
saltarizonaedu PAGE 9
Mary Beth Foster Coordinator for Educational Technology
Evan Greer Technology Consultant
Jeremy Jalnos Technology Consultant
William Endicott Technology Consultant
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
CIPL
E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
The SALT Center helps hundreds of UA students overcome their
learning and attention difficulties in order to become successful
college graduates In recent years the quality of student
preparedness for college has become a growing concern around
the country To help alleviate this problem the SALT Center
launched a pre-college summer program for high
school students and graduates to help prepare them for
college the SALT way
Months of planning marketing and curriculum development
gave way to the inaugural session of the SALT Center
Pre-College Summer Program It was hosted at San Diego State
University ndash students and faculty stayed in residence
COLLEGE YOUrsquoVE GOT THIS SALT Center Launches Pre-College Summer Program
BY CAROLINE RAGANO
PAGE 10 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
halls utilized SDSU facilities for classes during the week and
explored San Diego on the weekends The class of 29 students
ranged from 16-19 years old and came from a variety of regions
across the United States
The Summer Program gave students a taste of college life in
a controlled environment To accomplish this faculty chose to
implement a balance of learning skill-building and fun in their
curriculum designs Students also had time to set and reflect on
their goals and discover their unique motivations for learning
In order to mimic the college experience students took a
full course load throughout the week and participated in
extra-curricular clubs such as guitar sports and digital
photography Faculty and students connected outside of the
classroom during tutoring sessions and meetings with their
Learning Specialists just as they would at the SALT Center at the
University of Arizona The Learning Specialists helped students
with organizational and study skills time management and other
ldquoDuring the Summer Program I learned the important skill of
balancing a super-busy college schedule so that I can get my work
done and still have time to go out and have fun This program has
really given me an edge over students who didnrsquot attend because I
understand how to balance my time and I got a taste of dorm liferdquo
ndash David Summer Program Participant
ldquoWhen need arises we step forward and fill the void that
some did not even know existedrdquo
ndash Dr Eleanor Harner Founder of the SALT Center
Go Out on the Town
Make New Friends
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
CIPL
E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
Individuals have the potential to grow
in ways they never thought possible
and to exceed their own expectations
We challenge you to aspire to the
highest possible level of achievement
PRIN
CIPL
E 4
To apply for Summer Program 2014 visit our website at saltarizonaedupre-college
The application will be posted this fall
saltarizonaedu PAGE 11
executive functions that are important in college Tutoring gave
students the extra help they needed to succeed academically
Students learned a lot about themselves but the Summer
Program presented a learning curve for their families as well
For many this was the first time that their student had traveled
alone or stayed away from home for an extended period of
time Moreover it was the first time their student would have
to advocate for themselves without a family member present
Despite these challenges families told us that they were so
grateful for the Summer Program because it helped them
learn how to better support their students as they transition
into college
ldquoThe Summer Program has taught me so much about myself
and that I can do things that I thought I couldnrsquotrdquo
ndash Rena Summer Program Participant
ldquoI learned that shersquos eager for more social interaction with peers
specifically with peers who have something in common with her
I learned that she may need to be reminded that she will have
resources available in college that she can utilize and I learned to
think more carefully about what to look for in a universityrdquo
ndash Parent of Summer Program Participant
ldquoThe Summer Program was a great way to experience
what college is like before attendinghellip I hope that SALT
continues this program in the futurerdquo
ndash Peter Summer Program Participant
NEED A COACH ADHDLife Coaching is a partnership that
increases self-awareness and encourages goal-directed
behaviors for students with learning challenges in order to
maximize their personal potential The SALT Center offers
stand-alone coaching services for pre-college and college
students throughout the world For more information
please contact Rudy Molina at rudymemailarizonaedu
Hang with your RA
Participate in Extra-Curricular Clubs
Take College-Level Courses
With the success of our first SALT Center Pre-College Summer
Program we look forward to making it a permanent fixture of
our services and support
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
CIPL
E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
PAGE 12 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONAreg
BY JENNIFER HANSEN
Perseverance is defined as steadfastness in achieving success
despite difficulty or delay At the SALT Center this trait can be
found in our students who work hard to achieve success in
their studies as well as in our dedicated tutoring staff who
strive to help students reach their academic potential
Perhaps no one better exemplifies this trait than Alexander
Offord a SALT Center tutor and UA graduate
Alexander began his career at the University of Arizona as an
Electrical Engineering major but soon realized that it wasnrsquot for
him Unfortunately as his priorities moved farther away from
his studies his grades suffered and he eventually dropped
out of school
The next nine years proved difficult Alexander bounced
between odd jobs such as the graveyard shift in a print shop
warehouse work and even a cigar shop His life was rarely
stable and for a brief
period he was homeless
ldquoMy belongings were in
a storage shed I had
nowhere to liverdquo he recalls
Through perseverance and
determination Alexander
overcame these hardships
and ultimately returned to
the University of Arizona
to continue his academic journey This time Alexander chose
an area of study for which he had passion As a child he read
The Hitchhikerrsquos Guide to the Galaxy which piqued his interest in
philosophy but it was a general philosophy course that really
PERSEVERANCE
pushed him toward a Philosophy major He added sociology
as a second major to round out his interest in social and
behavioral sciences ldquoSocial theory draws a great deal from
philosophical theoryrdquo he says
Alexanderrsquos passion was met with immense success He
had the opportunity to work as a preceptor in the philosophy
department and while there discovered his talent for helping
others When a position for a Philosophy Tutor at the SALT
Center became available both an instructor and a teaching
assistant recommended that Alexander apply He got the
position and quickly progressed through each level of tutor
certification He is now a Master Tutor and a Tutor Lead for the
Writerrsquos Lab
His dedication to each student is truly remarkable Alexander
knows the importance of building relationships with students
and always underscores the value of asking questions ldquoThe
easiest most straight forward approach to any problem
is ndash just ask Donrsquot be afraid to ask questionsrdquo Alexander is
a great resource ndash students know they can go to him for a
confidence boost or a little push when they need it It is often
this relationship that helps students gain the motivation they
need to persevere
Alexander graduated in May of 2013 with Bachelor of Science
Degrees in both Philosophy and Sociology He is the recipient of
the Kathryn Anne Governal Perseverance Award conferred by
the UA Philosophy Department in recognition of distinguished
achievement by a student in overcoming personal economic or
physical obstacles in completing a degree at the UA We are so
proud that Alexander is a part of our SALT Center team and we
wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors
Individuals become great
by choice not by chance
We can assist you in
becoming great when you
are ready to be great
PRIN
CIPL
E 2
Alexander Offord SALT Center Tutor
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
485 students
8459hours
Subject Specific Tutoring
527total students 12468total hours
148 students
139 students
1395hours 534hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Math amp Science Lab
215 students
167 students
1221hours
659hours
Drop-in By Appointment
Writerrsquos Lab
By Appointment
saltarizonaedu PAGE 13
Tutoring is a staple of SALT Center support Our 95 tutors many of whom are UA students specialize in a variety of subjects and are required to meet rigorous training standards Last year our tutoring team served approximately 527 students who utilized over 12468 hours of SALT Center Tutoring
TUTOR CERTIFICATIONRegular Tutor 15 hours of training
+ 25 hours of tutoring
Advanced Tutor 9 additional hours training
+ 75 additional hours of tutoring
Master Tutor 265 additional hours training
+ 175 additional hours of tutoring
In addition to serving students Master Tutors facilitate
tutor trainings for their peers The SALT Center currently
has 5 Master Tutors
Students can make appointments for one-on-one
tutoring sessions if they need help in a particular course
Students can utilize the Writerrsquos Lab or
the Math amp Science Lab for broader help
in these subject areas by dropping in or
scheduling an appointment
On behalf of the SALT Center Staff and the students we serve we would like to thank our talented and professional tutoring team for their hard work and dedication
SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
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LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
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1705300
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SCHOLARSHIP How Generous Giving Promotes Student Success
PAGE 14 THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA reg
Catherine Caitlin and Bryce received SALT Center
scholarships to help pay for their fees I sat down with them to
learn more about how utilizing SALT Center services made a
difference for them during their first year of college
BY LAURA KERRY-HENKEL
Catherine Laura Bryce and CaitlinSTUDENT PROFILESCatherine ButlerHometown Tempe AZMajor Pre-Family StudiesCumulative freshman GPA 3143Campus Activities Delta Delta Delta Secretary SALT Ambassador
Caitlin PetitiHometown Millbrae CAMajor Pre-EducationCumulative freshman GPA 3743Campus Activities Future Teachers Club
Bryce SchulerHometown Prescott AZMajor Pre-BusinessCumulative freshman GPA 40Campus Activities Enactus enactusorgwho-we-areour-story
The SALT Center offers a range of need-based
scholarship awards to help compensate for the fees
associated with participating in the program Over
50 students receive scholarship funds every year
To learn more about the scholarships we offer or to
contribute to the Eleanor Harner Scholarship Fund
please visit our website saltarizonaedu
How did the SALT Center support you during your first year
of college
CATHERINE After I had finished my math credits I assumed I would
no longer need SALT Center tutoring However I quickly learned I
could benefit from tutoring in other classes such as Psychology
English and even Oceanography Without tutoring I believe that I
would not be enjoying the success that I achieved my freshman year
CAITLIN The SALT Center was my home away from home I used
tutoring and the Writerrsquos Lab and the weekly appointments were
amazing Without the SALT Center I would not have achieved the
grades I did this past year When I was homesick and wanted to give
up my Learning Specialist would encourage me - they helped me
survive the year
What are your thoughts on receiving a SALT Center Scholarship
CATHERINE I feel so honored to receive the SALT Center scholarship
SALT Center services are invaluable to me and this scholarship will
enable me to continue to use them in the coming year
CAITLIN My scholarship helped me afford SALT Center fees which
helped me to achieve in school I love the SALT Center and the fact
that they offer scholarships because they want to help as many
students as possible
BRYCE Itrsquos great I am very grateful for the additional support that
helps keep the SALT Center a cost-effective asset to my education
What advice would you give to students with learning challenges
who will be starting their freshman year in the fall
CATHERINE The main piece of advice that I would give to incoming
freshmen is to make sure to use all resources available to them
I found success by creating standing tutoring appointments for my
most challenging classes and visiting or emailing professors often to
stay in contact with them regarding assignments and grades
BRYCE For certain classes reading all of the assigned readings isnrsquot
necessary to achieve a great grade in the class Because students with
learning disabilities often have difficulty reading quickly itrsquos best to
prioritize the reading that is most important and to focus on that And
ride a bike It saves a lot of time
What are your goals after college
CATHERINE After I receive my degree I want to work as a Child Life
Specialist so that I can help children understand their hospitalization
and make their procedures and tests a little less scary and painful
In the future I plan to earn a Masterrsquos degree in the field of child
development
CAITLIN My goal is to follow in the footsteps of my mom and become
a Special Education teacher
BRYCE If my career interests stay the same I plan to start a business
after college or join a start-up so that I utilize the Business and
Entrepreneurship education that Irsquom working on right now at the UA
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
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facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
IN APPRECIATIONDr Scott W AlpertMr Eric H AnixterMr and Mrs Michael ArmstrongMr and Mrs Ian N ArnofMrs Wendy AsarchDr Scott and Mrs Hollis AshtonMs Aynah V AskanasMr Kwang H BaekMr Patrick J BanahanMr Tony BanegasMr Brian H BarnettMr and Mrs Bruce R BartlettMr Eric BassMr and Mrs Jeffrey A BensonMrs Lauren E Benson
Mr and Mrs Saul BerkowitzMr Scot BerlinskiDr Alan Blaustein and Ms Anna ReynerMs Bari M BlockMr and Mrs William BluechelMr and Ms Irwin B BornsteinMr and Mrs Robert A Bowlsby IIMr and Mrs William D BoydMrs Marilyn K BraunMr Seth BregerMr and Mrs Scott L BreiningerMr Frederick S BrownMr and Mrs James S BrownDr Amber B BullerMr and Mrs Gabriel M BustamanteMr Richard CalvertMr Robert Carasik and Ms Mary DryovageMr Daniel S CarneyMs Veta CarneyMr and Mrs Paul CasascoMr Larry CassMs Meg H ClarkMs Laura M CohenMr Mike ColarikMr and Mrs David D ConeMr Walter R Cook and Ms Elisa A KapellDr and Mrs Thomas J CottleMrs Kristin B CousinsMs Kathleen CresciM Holly CromerMrs Bonnie D CunninghamDr Joseph N Cunningham JrMr Ed CurtisMr Robert DanzigerMrs Janet S DavisMr and Mrs Wayne E DawsonMr Aymon DeMauroMr Sean M Dixon and Mrs Theresa Dolan-DixonMr Harold C Dorenbecher and Ms Mary HeissMr and Ms Harry R Drackett IVMr and Mrs Anthony DrypolcherMr and Mrs Gerald J DusbabekMr and Mrs Andrew N ErnstMr and Ms Richard K EvanoMr and Mrs Paul D FenskeMr Stephen FerrisDr Donald W FerrisMr and Mrs Ivan J FieldMr and Ms John D FieroMr Leonard J Figueroa and
Mrs Lee D Mendel-Figueroa
Mr and Mrs Marvy A FingerMs Janet FishmanDr Maria S FloroMr and Mrs Craig L FordyceMr and Ms Jonathan FoxMr and Mrs Bruce FrazinMrs Deborah GabrielMs Brittany M GabrielMr and Mrs Julius W GerickeMr Juan R GodoyMr Sanford L GoldeenDr Cynthia H and Dr Gary N GoralnikMrs Pamela GradyMs Melanie R GreenbergMr Todd M GreenbergMr and Mrs Peter GreenthalMs Lindsey J GriffinMs Elana A GrossmanMs Jennifer S GrunfeldMr and Mrs John M Haas JrMr Tom HealyMr and Mrs Daniel HershMr Rodney HersonDr and Mrs Marshall I HertzMrs Catherine HollanderMr and Mrs Richard J HolzerMr Louis J HorvathMr Douglas HoskingMr Jon IhaMr Jeffrey IraMr and Mrs Stuart L JacobsonMr Gregory JarrinDr and Mrs Gregory M JohnMr and Mrs Timothy JohnsonMrs Anna Lissa JohnsonMs Jill M JonesMs Mary Tara JoyceMs Diane JulinMr and Mrs Eric KahnMr and Mrs Michael J KaisermanMs Elizabeth A KaplanMr and Mrs Peter KastMrs Karen KatzMrs Ann Z KerrMs Sharon E KinneyMrs Merle KlebanoffMr Joshua T KlebanoffMr and Ms Dave KlineMr John KlingeMr and Mrs John LarsonMs Jennifer LehrMr James LewisMr and Mrs Thomas R LincolnMr and Mrs Gary J LindonMs Beverli LinnDr and Mrs David LustbaderMr and Ms Tom MarantetteDr and Mrs Edward T Marshall JrMr Mark P MarstersMr David MathewsMrs Joan McDonaldDr Russell R McDonaldMr and Mrs Donald A McGovern JrMr and Mrs Peter McRoskeyMr Walter G and Rev Virginia P MenezesMs Lee Anne MitchelMs Gennie MolinaMr and Mrs Rudy M Molina JrDr and Mrs Jaime D MoriguchiMr Jack MyersMr and Mrs David E MysonaMr Jeffrey S NewbergDr and Mrs Frederic NicolaMr and Mrs Richard NorenMr Michael C OrsquoConnor JrMr Do Bong Park and Mrs Jung Ja OhM Karen PavoneMr and Mrs Ephraim PeakMr Michael S PearlsteinMs Georgene E PetriMrs Mary PleeterMr Jeffrey B PlevanMr John Polachek and
Mrs Janet Trompeter-PolachekMs Lauren Post-GrossmanMr and Mrs Michael Powell
Mr and Mrs Joseph Power JrDr and Mrs Daniel PowersMs Letitia L PrattMs Harriet PrennerMr and Mrs Kenneth M PressbergMs Amy A F PriceMrs Hallie L PrinceMs Debra M PuccioMr David Raskin and Dr Michele ScheinerMr and Mrs Howard E ReichMrs Nancy RichgelsDr Martha RichmondMrs Prudence RieflinMr Mark F RosenbaumMr and Mrs Arthur RosenbloomMr and Mrs Jake RosenzweigMr David A RowneyMr Stephen RyanMrs Paula SalingMs Robin D SchaefMr and Mrs Bart J SchenoneMr and Mrs Martin SchneidermanMr Steven G SeleznowMs Shelley SeloverMr Ondre H SeltzerMr and Mrs Gardner B SemetMr and Mrs Daniel H ShoosterMr and Ms Scott R SilbersteinMr and Dr Alan T SilvermanMr and Mrs Alan A SilvestriMr Michael J SiverDr Steven J SlackDr and Mrs Steven M SomersMr Steven SteinbergMrs Mary SteinerMr and Mrs Gerald H StoolMr and Mrs Todd A StreetMr and Mrs Robert M SuttonMs Jacqueline TaylorDr Stephen P Taylor
Ms Guadalupe A ThompsonMr Michael T TomaszMs Barbara J TuckerMs Fredericka T VeikleyMrs Michelle M VentozaMrs Dorthea Vis MorescoMr and Mrs Thomas J VozzoDr and Mrs Anthony F VuturoMr and Mrs Steven Scott WaldMr Michael R WaltonMr Marc WeinsteinMr and Ms John WeiselMs Vanna M WhiteMr and Mrs Thomas C White IIIMs Julie K WilliamsonDaniel and Jill WohlfarthDr and Mrs Samuel F WolfsonMrs Karen A WrightMrs Sylvia S YoungMrs Mindy ZornbergMr and Ms Leland D ZulchMs Lisa ZusmanMr and Mrs Thomas C White III DAF Jewish Endowment Foundation Honeywell International Charity Matching Bruce and Patricia Bartlett Foundation Omega Scientific Inc The Braun Family Foundation Microsoft ndash Matching Gifts and Giving Campaign Aluminum Recycling Technology Inc Brad Lemons Foundation Marvy Finger Family Foundation Nudy Foundation DAF Shell Oil Co Foundation ndash Matching Gifts Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund California Community Foundation Fidelity Investments Benjos LLC M Klebanoff Foundation
The SALT Center gratefully acknowledges the
generous contribution of the following friends from
July 2012 through June 2013 We are fortunate
to receive these expressions of respect and
appreciation for our program and will use these gifts
in support of both programming and scholarships
Larissa Ravago and Micheal Amlin Scholarship Recipients and Student Ambassadors
All individuals can learn
when given the opportunity
We cheer for you when
you succeed and prompt
you when it is time to
self-regulate
PRIN
CIPL
E 3
STUDENT AMBASSADORS The SALT Center Ambassador Program includes a diverse
group of current UA students who utilize SALT Center services
Ambassadors answer questions posed by prospective families
and students and share their own experiences as new students
to the University of Arizona and the SALT Center
saltarizonaedu PAGE 15
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190
STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVE
LEARNING TECHNIQUES CENTER
5206211242 (p)
5206263260 (f)
saltarizonaedu
twittercomuasaltctr
facebookcomuasaltcenter
youtubecomthesaltcenter
SALT Center
Patricia A Bartlett BuildingPO Box 2101361010 N Highland AvenueTucson AZ 85721-0136
1705300
NON-PROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
TUCSON ARIZONA
PERMIT NO 190