STEM-MESA Tutoring
STEM-MESA Center
The services provided at the STEM-MESA Center are here to help you succeed at San Bernardino Valley College by providing FREE TUTORING, academic support, study space, access to technology, and academic excellence workshops in multiple subjects to a diverse group of learners. We take special care to empower students with learning strategies and skills needed to become independent learners on the path towards academic success!
STEM-MESA Tutoring
Get help understanding your classes and completing your college coursework with the help of peer tutors. Our tutors are here to provide a supportive learning environment to any enrolled student seeking academic support. Regular tutoring sessions may help you better understand your courses and provide you with the skills and structure required to earn higher grades.
We offer in-person tutoring Monday-Saturday, no appointment necessary. Click the "Drop-In Schedule" below to see when we have tutors avaiable for your class.
STEM-MESA Center Contact
Friday & Saturday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
September 4th: Labor Day
November 10th: Veterans Day
November 23rd - 25th: Thanksgiving Break
December 16th - January 15th: Winter Break
February 12th: Lincoln's Birthday
February 19th: Washington's Birthday
May 27th: Memorial Day
June 19th: Juneteenth
Student-Led Academic Excellence Workshops
(starting week of January 29, 2024)
Faculty Lead: Thomas Lechuga
About Jaron: Hi my name is Jaron, I am in my final semester here at San Bernardino Valley College.
I am pursuing a degree in biology in hopes of later pursue a career in being a Physician
Assistant. Outside of school I enjoy traveling, baking, and every now and then painting.
I’m looking forward to helping in any way I can in providing a better understand of
biology.
Email: j.colunga1999@student.sbccd.edu.
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
Location: HLS 239/240
Faculty Lead: Thomas Lechuga
About Jessica: Hello Everyone! My name is Jessica and I'm looking forward to being your Biology Facilitator this semester. I have a great passion for science, and I am currently pursuing a degree in Chemistry. My goal is to become a Clinical Scientist and contribute to laboratory testing in Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Hematology and Microbiology along with teaching and research. I know how difficult science can be and my goal is to provide guidance and simplification through those rigorous and challenging biology subjects.
“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to
understand more so that we may fear less.” - Marie Curie
Email: j.ysiano5130@student.sbccd.edu
Day: Mondays/Wednesdays
Time: 12:30-2:30 pm
Location: HLS 239/240
Faculty Lead: Jessy Lemieux
About Agustin:
Hello, my name is Agustin Figueroa and I wanted to personally introduce myself as
I will be a facilitator for Chemistry 101. I have pretty much taken all of the Chemistry
classes offered at Valley College and without a doubt, I know the struggle that comes
with chemistry. My job is to encourage and support you along your academic career
as there will be many difficult challenges ahead. I will be holding in person workshops
for chemistry topics ranging from day 1 to the final exam review. Below are my Workshops
hours and I look forward to seeing you.
Email: afigueroa@valleycollege.edu
Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: PS-198
Day:Thursdays
Time:1:30-3:30 pm
Location: PS-135
Thursdays
1:30-3:30 pm
PS-135 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: Jessy Lemieux
About Matthew: Hi everyone, my name is Matthew Pautz, and I’m a student working on completing a degree
in chemistry. We live in amazing times, sitting on the shoulders of countless generations
who have worked to build our knowledge of the natural world. I really enjoyed learning
organic chemistry, and I’m looking forward to helping others accomplish this challenging
task.
Email: matthew.pautz@icloud.com
Day: Mondays
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm
Location: PS-198 (near Chem faculty offices)
Faculty Lead: Todd Heibel
About Eva: Hello! My name is Eva Santoyo and I'm pursuing a bachelor’s in computer engineering. I am aware how difficult Calculus can be. However, I know with the correct guidance it can become easier. I hope to help anyone that needs assistance in Calculus! Email: e.santoyo9083@student.sbccd.edu.
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Workshop Location: To attend Zoom workshop, click here: CS 110 & CS 265 Tutoring
To attend Zoom workshop, click here: CS 110 & CS 265 Tutoring
Faculty Lead: Todd Heibel
About Eva: Hello! My name is Eva Santoyo and I'm pursuing a bachelor’s in computer engineering. I am aware how difficult Calculus can be. However, I know with the correct guidance it can become easier. I hope to help anyone that needs assistance in Calculus! Email: e.santoyo9083@student.sbccd.edu.
Time: 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Workshop Location: To attend Zoom workshop, click here: Math 151 Workshop
Faculty Lead: Todd Heibel
About Garret: Greetings everyone I am super excited to introduce myself - My name is Garret Wulc.
I am currently a mathematics major with a focus on education with hopes of achieving
my BS and masters degrees. I look forward to the privilege of working with you and
helping you succeed in your college careers. I will be here to assist with all of
your calculus 1 and plane trigonometry questions as well as provide guidance in being
successful throughout your course.
Email: gwulc@valleycollege.edu.
Day: Mondays & Wednesdays (250)
Time: 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Workshop Location: PS-132 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day: Mondays & Wednesdays (250)
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Workshop Locatioon: To attend Math 250 Zoom Workshop, click here: Math 250 Zoom Workshop
Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays (250)
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Workshop Location: To attend Zoom Workshop, click here: Math 250 Zoom Workshop
Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays (251)
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Workshop Location: To attend Zoom Workshop, click here: Math 251 Zoom Workshop
Day: Fridays (251)
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm & 6:00-8:00 pm
Workshop Location: To attend Zoom Workshop, click here: Math 251 Zoom Workshop
Tuesdays & Thursdays (250)
Tuesdays & Thursdays (251)
Fridays (251)
6:00-7:00 pm (Zoom)
5:00-7:00 pm (Zoom)
7:00-8:00 pm (Zoom)
2:00-4:00 pm &
6:00-8:00 pm (Zoom)
To attend Math 250 Zoom Workshop, click here: Math 250 Zoom Workshop
To attend Math 251 Zoom Workshop, click here: Math 251 Zoom Workshop
Faculty Lead: Ali Hassanzadah
About Agustin:
Hello, my name is Agustin Figueroa and I wanted to personally introduce myself as
I will be a facilitator for Chemistry 101. I have pretty much taken all of the Chemistry
classes offered at Valley College and without a doubt, I know the struggle that comes
with chemistry. My job is to encourage and support you along your academic career
as there will be many difficult challenges ahead. I will be holding in person workshops
for Calc II topics ranging from day 1 to the final exam review. Below are my Workshops
hours and I look forward to seeing you.
Email: afigueroa@valleycollege.edu
Time: 2:00-3:30 pm
Location: PS-166
