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!

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science 
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Geography 
  • Geology
  • Math
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy Technology
  • Physics
  • Psychiatric Technology
View our Drop-in Schedule

Free resource rentals while in the STEM-MESA Center: 

  • iPADs
  • Laptops
  • Textbooks
  • Graphing & Scientific Calculators
  • Anatomy Models
  • Private Study Rooms 

Other Resources
  • School Supplies (i.e. whiteboards, color pencils, scissors, rulers, markers, etc.)
  • Computer Lab
  • Printing Services 
  • Sign-in is required upon entry, and sign-out is required upon leaving.
  • Only currently enrolled SBVC or CHC students may use the center.
  • A current student ID card is required for all resource rentals.
  • Tutors cannot help with quizzes/tests/exams.
  • No food or drink is permitted except for water in a closed container.
  • Children are not allowed in the center.

STEM-MESA Office

909-384-4463  
stemmesacenter@valleycollege.edu  
Physical Sciences Room 121  
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Friday - Sunday: Closed

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.

Academic Excellence Workshops

(starting week of August 24, 2025)
Faculty Lead: Thomas Lechuga
Day: Thursdays
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
Workshop Location: HLS-239
Day
Thursdays
Time
1:00-2:00 pm
Workshop Location
HLS-239
Faculty Lead: Thomas Lechuga
Day: Thursdays
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Workshop Location: HLS-239
Day
Thursdays
Time
3:00-4:00 pm
Workshop Location
HLS-239
Faculty Lead: Thomas Lechuga
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Wednesdays
Time
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: Carol Jones
Day: Mondays
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Mondays
Time
2:00-3:00 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: Carol Jones
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:30-5:30 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Wednesdays
Time
4:30-5:30 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: Carol Jones
Day: Mondays
Time: 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Mondays
Time
11:30 am-12:30 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: None
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Tuesdays
Time
11:30 am-12:30 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: None
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 12:15-1:15 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Wednesdays
Time
12:15-1:15 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: None
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 1:30-2:30 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Wednesdays
Time
1:30-2:30 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: Ana Tolstova
Day: Thursdays
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Thursdays
Time
2:00-3:00 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Faculty Lead: Ana Tolstova
Day: Thursdays
Time: 11:15 am-12:15 pm
Workshop Location: PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)
Day
Thursdays
Time
11:15 am-12:15 pm
Workshop Location
PS-129 (inside STEM-MESA Center)

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