The Office of Retention & Academic Support (ORAS) is a multi-faceted, comprehensive department designed to facilitate and improve student success, retention, and graduation rates. Intrusive academic intervention is an integral part of ORAS, enhancing overall student academic and social development. We serve as "learning partners" for students in need of learning assistance. All retention initiatives are designed to assist students in becoming successfully acclimated to the university. We are located on the first floor (Rooms 101 -109) in Buchanan Hall. Our hours of operation are from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. After hours appointments are scheduled when students are unable to meet during regular hours. If you are interested in having one of our program specialists call you about developing an academic support plan then simply contact us by using any information from the Contact Us page.