Enhancing Access:

SLEPITZA CENTER FOR STUDENT EXCELLENCE

Because access is more than having opportunities to be accepted to college; it’s also about belonging and having the right resources to succeed. The Slepitza Center for Student Excellence (CSE) is a holistic approach to enhance your academic and personal growth here at Avila.

Meet The Staff!

Paige Illum, Ph.D.

Associate Vice President for Student Success Phone 816-501-3760

Alexandra Leugoud, MA

Persistence Specialist and Academic Advisor Phone 816.501.3746

Brian Ramírez

Academic Advisor

Your deserve to be successful

Transitioning in to college is hard. A lot of demands are placed upon you while you also navigate adulthood. Your success is the driving mission behind the Slepitza Center for Student Excellence and our services are open to all students. We are here to guide you through the transitions, the tough times, the hard decisions, and the fun times too! Here is where you will find advice, kind words, a pat on the back. We won’t always tell you what you want to hear but you can be assured we always have your best interest at heart.

Access Success: Academic, Personal and Holistic

Tutoring Center
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Tutoring Center
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Writing Center
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Writing Center
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First Year Experience
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First Year Experience
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Second Year Experience
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Second Year Experience
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Student Access
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Student Access
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Transfer Student Experience
Transfer Student Experience
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Avila Care Team
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Avila Care Team
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Career Services
Career Services
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Counseling Services
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Counseling Services
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Eagles Aware
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Eagles Aware
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Faculty Mentors
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Faculty Mentors
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Student Financial Services
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Student Financial Services
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Success Coaching
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Success Coaching
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TRIO Programs
TRIO Programs
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KC Scholars
KC Scholars
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First Generation
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First Generation
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Registration & Advising
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Registration & Advising
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15 to Finish
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15 to Finish
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Slepitza Center for Student Excellence

Location & Hours

We’re located in the Hodes Center (Building #8). Come see us anytime Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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