Doctoral Affairs and Academic Resources
The Doctoral Affairs and Academic Resources Department is dedicated to empowering students to succeed at Westcliff University. We provide academic services and resources tailored to meet the needs of learners at every stage of their educational journey. Whether you are pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degree, students at Westcliff University can access comprehensive support in writing, research, advising, and tutoring to enhance their academic experience.
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Academic Resource Center
The Academic Resource Center provides online synchronous general or subject-specific tutoring support.
Appointments are available Monday through Saturday.
Library and Digital Resources
The Westcliff University Library & Digital Resources Center cultivates excellence in learning and research by promoting and facilitating scholarly engagement, supporting the immersion of students and faculty in knowledge acquisition and information literacy, and serving as a gateway to global information while upholding the principles of intellectual freedom.
The University Library & Digital Resources Center transcends physical boundaries, offering 24/7 access from anywhere in the world. Our dedicated librarian is available to assist with navigating the library, locating resources, and refining research techniques. Additionally, the library provides concise ‘how-to’ videos to help students explore databases and find the materials they need to support their academic success.
Major databases in our collection include ProQuest, JSTOR, ACM Digital Library, GALE, and Infobase.
Writing Center
The Westcliff University Writing Center is dedicated to providing quality support to students and faculty. From assignment review, to in-class workshops, to dissertation support, to publication help, the Writing Center is committed to empowering individuals to use the written language to articulate and disseminate knowledge.
Doctoral Writing Center
The Doctoral Writing Center works closely with doctoral students at Westcliff University from day one to provide synchronous or asynchronous online doctoral consultations for students throughout their program and at any stage of their dissertation process.
Institutional Review Board
Westcliff’s Institutional Review Board (IRB) is a committee that reviews and oversees all research at Westcliff University to ensure ethical standards are met. It protects participants’ rights, safety, and confidentiality while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Researchers must obtain IRB approval before conducting research studies.
