Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College
Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College
Student Handbook - San Diego Mesa College
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TUTORIAL PROGRAMS<br />
AND SERVICES<br />
Need help with homework? Need help with<br />
improving study habits? Resources are<br />
available to help you to succeed in college.<br />
All services are free for <strong>Mesa</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
classes.<br />
Bridging Lab Academic Skills Center<br />
I-207(M), 619-388-2869<br />
An open-entry facility free of charge to<br />
<strong>Mesa</strong> students interested in improving and<br />
developing academic skills.<br />
• Individualized instruction for English and<br />
ESOL assignments<br />
• Computer lab<br />
• Guided independent study to aid students<br />
in developing skills in essay planning,<br />
writing, grammar, punctuation, spelling,<br />
ESL, and math<br />
• Preparation for CBEST, TOEFL, and<br />
college placement tests<br />
• Counselor available<br />
Office hours: M-Th 8:30 am–1:30 pm<br />
Instructor-Director: Ingrid Greenberg<br />
Instructor: Carl Luster and Ann Gianola<br />
STAR TRIO Program<br />
(<strong>Student</strong> Tutorial and Academic Resources)<br />
I3-201, 619-388-2481<br />
STAR is a federally funded TRIO <strong>Student</strong><br />
Support Services retention program.<br />
Participants must meet eligibility requirements.<br />
The goals are to increase the<br />
academic success, graduation, and transfer<br />
rates of program participants.<br />
Services include:<br />
• Individualized tutoring<br />
• Peer mentoring<br />
• Counseling<br />
• Social support network<br />
• Learning and study skill assessment<br />
• Academic success workshops<br />
• Computer and printer access<br />
• Graphic calculator loaners<br />
Office hours: M-Th 8 am - 5 pm,<br />
F 8 am - 12 noon: Closed on<br />
Fridays June/July<br />
Director-Counselor: Marichu Magaña<br />
Tutoring Center<br />
I-207(M), 619-388-2898<br />
www.sdmesa.edu/tutoring-center<br />
The Tutoring Center provides free tutoring<br />
in a variety of subject areas for <strong>Mesa</strong><br />
<strong>College</strong> classes including any writing<br />
COLLEGE PROGRAMS & SERVICES<br />
assignment. The service is available on<br />
a first-come, first-served basis. Some<br />
subject areas may require an advanced<br />
appointment. Tutors help you to learn<br />
and understand concepts, course content,<br />
and improve as a student. For additional<br />
information, please contact the Tutoring<br />
Center or visit our web page.<br />
VETERANS AFFAIRS<br />
AND COUNSELING<br />
MV-7; 619-388-2805<br />
The Veterans Affairs Office provides<br />
assistance and service to veterans,<br />
reservists, and others who are eligible<br />
to receive benefits. Counseling services<br />
include:<br />
• VA Educational Benefit Workshop<br />
• Educational plans for A.A. and A.S.<br />
• Transfer requirements for four-year<br />
schools<br />
• Military school evaluations<br />
• Veteran educational benefits<br />
• Chapter 30 (services beginning after<br />
7-1-85)<br />
• Chapter 31 (vocational rehabilitation)<br />
• Chapter 32 (services beginning<br />
between 1-1-77 and 6-30-85)<br />
• Chapter 33(post 9/11)<br />
• Chapter 35 (war orphans or dependents)<br />
• Chapter 1606 (selected reserve)<br />
• Chapter 1607 (REAP)<br />
Applications are available in the office<br />
for eligible students.<br />
Office hours: M-Th 8 am–6 pm;<br />
F 8 am–12 noon; Closed on<br />
Fridays June/July<br />
Supervisor: LaWanda Foster<br />
WORK EXPERIENCE (CO-OP)<br />
23<br />
S-300; 619-388-2647<br />
www.sdmesa.edu/work-exp<br />
• Earn college credits while working or<br />
interning<br />
• No weekly attendance or books required<br />
• Units transfer to SDSU<br />
• Enroll early; limited space<br />
• General Occupational Work Experience<br />
(270): employment or internship must<br />
be related to the student’s educational<br />
or occupational goal. Required in some<br />
vocational programs<br />
• Visit the website for more information.<br />
Office hours: hours vary; call for more<br />
information<br />
Contact: Danielle Williams at 619-388-2647
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