Welcome to the Hartley Academic Resource Center (HARC)

Who We Are

The Hartley Academic Resource Center (HARC) is dedicated to supporting the academic success of FGCU student-athletes. A partnership between Academic Engagement and Athletics, the HARC’s purpose is to help student-athletes become skilled, independent learners who reach their academic goals.

What We Do

Academic Support:
  • Academic Plans & Monitoring: Personalized academic plans to track progress.
  • Eligibility Assessments & Registration: Support with class registration and academic eligibility.
  • Degree Completion: Assisting current and former student-athletes in completing their degree. Former student-athletes, click here to learn more about our Degree Completion Program.
  • Study Hall: Quiet, dedicated space for focused study time.
  • Tutoring: Help students build academic confidence and develop skills to understand and apply course concepts in Math, Business, and Science courses.
  • Writing Lab: Assistance with writing and editing at any stage.
  • Computer Lab: Access to computers and printers for academic needs.
  
Student - Athlete Development
 Student-Athlete Development:
  • Career Readiness: Workshops and resources to prepare student-athletes for life after graduation, including resume building, job search strategies, and interview skills.
  • Personal Enhancement: Programs focused on leadership development, personal growth, and life skills to help student-athletes succeed in competition and life.
  • Commitment to Service: Our student-athletes average over 6,000 hours of community service every year. We encourage volunteerism and give back to the community through various outreach programs and service projects.
  • Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC): A student-led organization that advocates for the needs of student-athletes, fostering leadership, teamwork, and a sense of community across FGCU Athletics.
 
 
Student athletes at HARC
  • 31 consecutive semesters of student-athletes exceeding the university's general undergraduate population GPA.
     
  • 94% Graduation Success Rate (GSR), ranking #1 in Florida and the ASUN Conference.
     
  • 6,000+ hours of community service contributed by student-athletes every year.
 


Meet Our Staff

Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way:
 
Ashley Kuhn
Monica Besserer
Dr. Ashley Kuhn
Associate Athletics Director &
Director Student-Athlete Success		 Monica Besserer
Student-Athlete
Academic Coordinator II		 To Be Announced
Student-Athlete
Academic Coordinator I		 To Be Announced
Student-Athlete
Development Coordinator I