The Academic Success Center (ASC) was established in 2024 at the University of Oklahoma as an innovative evolution of the student success vision previously carried out by University College, which was established in 1942 and primarily served first-year students at the university. For many years, University College was located on the lower level of the Carnegie building, situated just west of the Oklahoma Memorial Union. In 2008, Wagner Hall was constructed to bring together various academic services in a centralized location. Officially opening in 2009, Wagner Hall became the home of University College and remains the hub of the Academic Success Center services today. The Academic Success Center includes an Administrative Office, Assessment and Analytics, the Center for Student Advancement, First Year Learning and Engagement, and the Student Learning Center. These units work together to support the retention, persistence, and overall success of thousands of students each year.
Wagner Hall also features several classrooms, study spaces for individuals and small groups, as well as other centrally located student support units including the Center for Major and Career Exploration, Sooner Success Coaching, the Writing Center and the TRIO Center. The inviting two-story atrium offers open areas that foster a relaxed atmosphere for students to connect and share ideas. The building is named in honor of Lissa and Cy Wagner, influential and generous advocates for higher education who gave to make this building dedicated to student success a possibility and have made significant contributions across campus.
The ASC is enthusiastic about providing services to all undergraduate students across disciplines. We aim to ensure students receive the academic support they need to thrive at the University of Oklahoma and have established a culture of care, community, and educational excellence. We look forward to continuing this tradition for current and future students.
