The BARR has moved!
To find the BARR's now location in Irvine 126, just follow the signs throughout the building pointing the way.
Peer Advisers are on duty from 1 to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for homework help and general advising support.
- Walk-ins are encouraged, and no appointment is needed.
All assistance at the the BIOS Advising and Resource Room—called the BARR—is free. You can also email brief questions to biosadvising@ohio.edu .
The Bios Advising and Resource Room (or the BARR) exists to help science students thrive. It was created to assist students in introductory biology and to help first-year students adjust to and learn about Ohio University. It's been expanded to help students of all years and all science-related majors.
The BARR is staffed by upperclass peer advisers who have proven themselves capable in science and beyond. They can help students with:
- Help with science coursework
- Advice on time management and study skills
- Insights into research, internships, and campus jobs
- Peer perspectives on scheduling and advising
- Assistance navigating online resources (from Blackboard to DARS)
- Guidance on connecting with faculty and campus resources
- Information on student organizations
- A chance to discuss future plans with an upperclassman peer who has "been in your shoes"