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    Welcome to the Frederick Douglass Academic Success Center

    The Frederick Douglass Academic Success Center (FDASC) serves as Morehouse College's hub for academic support, empowering students to develop the skills, habits, and confidence necessary for academic success. Through personalized coaching, tutoring, academic programming, and intentional support, we help students create individualized success plans that promote persistence, achievement, and timely graduation.

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    OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE AT THE CENTER OF ACADEMIC SUCCESS

    Our mission is to provide comprehensive academic support in an environment that fosters preparation, transition, and academic progress toward graduation and beyond. Our center is a comprehensive, academic enhancement facility. We designed it to offer a range of interactive programs that encourage students' academic skill-building and serve as a useful academic resource within the campus community.

    Engage. empower. excel.

    Engage in your academic success, empower your future, and
    excel with confidence.

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    Dr. Quisha Mathis
    Welcome from the Director

    Dr. Quisha Mathis

    Dr. Mathis is the newly appointed director of the FDASC.

    About Us

    The Frederick Douglass Academic Success Center (FDASC) is Morehouse College’s central hub for academic support, student success, and skill development. We empower students by providing access to tutoring, academic coaching, study resources, technology, and collaborative learning spaces designed to strengthen academic performance and promote persistence toward graduation.

    Rooted in the mission of Morehouse, FDASC supports the holistic development of students by fostering critical thinking, accountability, and lifelong learning. Through individualized support and innovative programming, we help students build the confidence and strategies needed to excel in the classroom and beyond.


    Center Policies

    To maintain an environment that supports academic excellence, all students are expected to:

    Access & Reservations

    • Sign in upon entry using the KIOSK tablet and present ID when requested
    • Reserve study rooms through the Front Desk Staff
    • Respect time limits for shared spaces

    Technology & Printing

    • Computer lab and printers are for Morehouse academic use only
    • Printing is limited to 10 pages per day unless approved
    • Borrowed peripherals require student ID collateral

    Shared Space Expectations

    • Maintain a quiet, study-focused environment
    • Food and beverages (except water) are prohibited
    • Respect staff, facilities, and fellow students

     I noticed that I needed to make a new schedule and how to change up what my free time looks like, so I decided to come and use the Academic Coaching resources. They helped me create an efficient schedule to keep me on track with work and to give myself more time to study and more free time after class. I am very satisfied with their help, and I have noticed the big difference between how my first couple of weeks went and how much more work I can do. Mr. Clark helped make the whole experience easier and explained things in the way that anybody could understand. I would recommend these services to anybody who needs help with schedules and other school related things. 

    Daryl Norman

    Junior | Morehouse College

     I was brought to academic coaching my freshman year when I found myself on academic probation after my first semester at Morehouse. From the moment I had my first meeting with Dr. Mathis, I felt comfortable and hopeful that I would be able to climb out of the hole that I found myself in. Throughout my time in study halls or in meetings with Dr. Mathis I was able to build up my confidence and feel like I belonged at Morehouse. By the end of my time in the academic coaching program, I had come back from academic probation and was able to keep up with the rigor of Morehouse college because I had built my confidence up, no longer feeling a sense of imposter syndrome.  

    Kenneth Richardson

    Senior | Morehouse College

     The Frederick Douglass Success Center was an essential part of my Morehouse experience for all four years. As a tutor for both Computer Science and Spanish, it gave me the chance to give back to my peers while deepening my own understanding of the material.

    Beyond tutoring, the Center became my go-to space to get work done, whether tackling coursework, internship applications, or leadership responsibilities. More importantly, it's where I built genuine connections with peers, the kind of relationships that turn into study groups and lasting friendships.

    The Frederick Douglass Success Center embodies what makes Morehouse special: a community where excellence and service are inseparable. I'm deeply grateful for the role it played in my journey from underclassman to graduate.
     

    Troy Boxton '26

    Alumni | Morehouse College

    Daryl Norman Student Testimonial
    Kenneth Richardson Student Testimonial
    Troy Boxton '26 Alumni testimonial

    Contact Our Staff

    Dr. Quisha Mathis

    DirectorQuisha.mathis@morehouse.edu(470) 639-0487

    Curtis Clark Jr.

    Academic Success Coach
    Curtis.clarkjr@morehouse.edu
    470-639-0543

    Dr. Youdlyne Renard

    Athletic Advisement and Skills Enhancement Specialist
    youdlyne.renard@morehouse.edu 
    (470) 639-0832

    Imani King

    Administrative Assistantimani.king@morehouse.edu(470) 639-0234