Welcome to the Learning Lab
Learning Lab Services
Tutoring
The CSC Learning Lab Peer Tutor Program provides tutoring in most subject areas, including general education courses. You can meet with student tutors to discuss class material, get questions answered about a class, or to receive help studying for exams. Peer tutoring is available to all CSC students at no additional expense. Some subjects tutoring is offered: Math, Writing, Chemistry, Biology, Social Sciences, Rangeland Management, Music, Psychology, Education, & Business.
Are you an online student? We offer all tutoring subjects available in person or online. When making an appointment using our Bookings Page, please select "Online Appointment". We will send you a zoom link for your tutoring session. Please be sure to have the assignment you are working on ready for the tutor to reference. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Front Desk of the Learning Lab at tutor@volamdolong.com or 308-432-6382.
Quotes from students who have used the tutoring center:
“Alec and Logan and Bri always me help out.”
“It was a good experience and helped me recommend a friend who now goes there often.”
“Everything is pretty great.”
Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday: By appointment only.
Resources for Students
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Peer Mentoring - Back on Track
Back on Track Mentors are available in the Learning Lab to help you succeed during college. Peer Mentors are here to help in a variety of ways. Do you need some help with getting organized, finding motivation, or just someone to chat with? Peer Mentors are here for you!
Are you an online student? All Back on Track Peer Mentoring sessions are also available online. When visiting our Bookings Page, please select 'online appointment'. Once we receive the appointment we will email you a zoom link for you and your mentor.
Does Peer Mentoring Work?
After completing the program, students were asked “What did you learn while participating in the program?”
“I knew more ways to study and make sure I am successful”
“I learned how to manage my time better”
“I feel I learned a lot about time management because I started completing my assignments earlier in the week”
Students were also asked “Do you feel the Back on Track Program benefited you?”
“I feel it benefited me because having to go meet with my mentor every week helped me keep up in my classes, knowing that the meeting will be short if all my work is done, and I'm caught up is a motivation.”
“It was helpful, it kept me on track with my schoolwork”
“It made me feel more comfortable with the courses I took, even though I still struggled. It just made things a lot easier!”
Student Success Workshops
Workshop Schedule Spring 2024:
Internships with Deena Kennell- January 18th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Goals and Gratitude- January 25th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Brainstorming with Markus Jones- January 30th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Physical and Mental Health with Britt Helmbrecht- February 8th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Speed Interviews with Student Alumni- February 29th, 2024 at 11AM in Student Center Ballroom
Burnout and Stress Management- March 12th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Resume and Cover Letter with Deena Kennell- March 19th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Financial Wellness Fair- March 26th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Rock Your Finals with CSC Tutors and Mentors- April 18th, 2024 at 11AM in Library Room 111
Study Hall
Some athletic teams and other organizations require students to participate in study hall hours at the Learning Lab. Please sign in at the Learning Lab front desk, then depending on your coach or other leader's requirements, you may study quietly in the library, work with a tutor, or work in a study group.
If requested, we can also complete a study hall session form for you to return to your coach or instructor. On request, we can also email your coach or instructor that you attended study hall in the Learning Lab.
Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) Leaders
PASS Leader sessions are extra study and review time for a specific class which is lead and guided by a PASS Leader.
Subject | Location | Days & Times |
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BIOL 101 General Biology I with Dr. Hardy | COIL 017 |
Mondays 7-8 PM Thursdays 6-7 PM |
CHEM 334 Organic II with Dr. Keithly & CHEM 335 Biochem with Dr. Keith | COIL 017 | Mondays & Wednesdays 8-9 PM |
CHEM 334 Organic II with Dr. Keithly | COIL 017 | Tuesdays 8-9 PM & 9-10 PM |
CHEM 132 College Chemistry II with Dr. Evard | COIL 017 | Tuesdays & Wednesdays 7-8 PM |
CHEM 334 Organic II with Dr. Keithly | COIL 017 | Tuesdays 3-4 PM and Thursdays 8-9 AM |
MATH 232 Applied Statistics with Mr. Sayaloune | COIL 232 | Wednesdays 7-8 PM |
Become a Peer Tutor or Mentor
Are you interested in becoming a peer tutor, mentor, or PASS leader? Please email, Chantel Merchen, Director - Office of Academic Success, for an application packet: cmerchen@volamdolong.com. You may also pick-up an application in person at the Learning Lab.
Requirements include:
- GPA of a 3.0 or higher (2.0 if recent grades suggest high potential)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Eager to learn and contribute (opportunities to help are plentiful)
- Must be a positive academic role model
Chantel Merchen
Director Office of Academic Success
P: 308-432-6381
E: cmerchen@volamdolong.com
Rebecca Monahan
Retention Specialist
P: 308-432-6488
E: rmonahan@volamdolong.com