Overview
Do you need help with a new class?
Do you need a tutor?
The Student Success Center, located on the Galveston College campus in room N-119, is supervised by Beth Richards. Tutoring services are provided by a knowledgeable tutoring staff, comprised of Galveston College students, Texas A & M students, UTMB students, and well educated professionals from Galveston County. Student Success Center tutors are available to help all currently enrolled Galveston College students with general study and test-taking skills, as well as subject-specific tutoring. Best of all, tutoring is a FREE service of the college!
Mission
The Student Success Center supports Galveston College students by providing tutoring and academic services, which will empower students to attain success in all of their academic pursuits.
The Student Success Center offers free online tutoring through Upswing and ThinkingStorm
These online tutoring platforms allow current GC students to access online tutorials for free!
In order to access free online tutoring, simply go to the website and register. Eligible students are those who were registered for classes Spring 2018 or are currently registered for Summer 2018 and/or Fall 2018. Student must use their Whitecaps email when registering for either service. Once registered, students can either schedule a future tutoring session or work with an available tutor.
If you need assistance registering for online tutoring, contact Student Success Center Coordinator, Beth Richards at (409) 944-1244 or erichard@gc.edu.
Tutoring Schedule
SSC Hours
Fall & Spring Semesters
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
Summer (Mini) Semester
Closed
Summer I & II Semesters
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday – Sunday: Closed
* SSC hours may change from semester to semester.
Meet the Tutors
Mrs. Beth Richards
Student Success Center Coordinator
Mrs. Richards received her B.S. in Mathematics from the Ohio State University and her Master’s of Education in Mathematics Education from Ohio University. She was born and raised in Ohio and is a faithful Buckeye. She has lived in Texas for 10.5 years. In addition to supervising and managing the Student Success Center, she teaches as an adjunct instructor in the Developmental Math department at Galveston College.
Craig
Math Tutor
Craig has a Master’s degree in Mathematics. He is able to assist students in the following subjects: Developmental Math – Calculus III, Differential Equations, and Linear Algebra.
Cynthia
Math/Science Tutor
Cynthia has a B.S. in Bio-mechanical Engineering. She is able to assist students in the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Developmental Math – Calculus II, Engineering, and Physics.
David
Math/Science Tutor
David is an Engineering student at Texas A & M Galveston. He is able to assist students in the following subjects: Chemistry, Developmental Math – Calculus II, Engineering, and Physics.
Jody
English/Writing Tutor
Jody has her Master’s Degree in Literature/Composition Pedagogy. She is able to assist students in the following subjects: English and Writing.
Joe
English/Writing Tutor
Joe has his Master’s Degree in Speech Communication. He is able to assist students in the following subjects: English, Speech, and Writing.
John
Math Tutor
John has his Juris Doctorate (JD) degree along with degrees in Economics and Music. He is able to assist students in the following subjects: Developmental Math – Precalculus, Statistics, and Economics.
Sahsa
Math Tutor
Sasha is a second year student at Galveston College. She is studying to become a computer engineer. She is able to assist students in the following subjects: Developmental Math – Calculus II, and Linear Algebra.
Additional Resources
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