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Math Dept.  Website

 

Math Center    V- Room 329      (916) 660-7990

 

Testing Center  LRC Room 402B      (916) 660-7223

 

Tutorial and Learning Center  LRC Room 444      (916) 660-7222

 

Counseling    Winstead Building               (916) 660-7400

 

 

For Students Wanting Help with Academics

 

 

Learning Opportunity Center

Assesses students with possible learning disabilities and/or ADD/ADHD and provides information, strategies, referrals, and services for better coping with learning challenges, as needed.  Students may walk in or call.

Location: LRC 401                                    Phone: (916) 660-7450

 

Learning Center

Provides students with academic support through:

Tutoring

Drop-In Tutoring: As many times a semester as needed, free of charge.  The schedule is on the website.  Just show up and bring student ID.

Individual Tutoring: Once a week for every class in which a student is enrolled, free of charge.  Walk in to make an appointment and bring student ID and a copy of current course schedule.

Computer Access

PCs, Macs, Assistive Technology, and Internet.  First come, first served basis, bring student ID. 

Location: LRC 444                                    Phone: (916) 660-7220

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/tutoring/index.php

 

Student Success Workshops

Offers free workshops to students on various topics that may include:  Textbook Reading, Effective Note-Taking, Memory Skills, Test Taking, How to Write a Research Paper, Developing a Paper, Sentence Structure and Punctuation, The Timed Essay, Overcoming Math Anxiety, Tips and Strategies to Succeed in Math, and Save My Semester!  Schedule and locations on website, students may just show up (no sign-up).  The workshops are held on Fridays, and are usually about 90 minutes long.

Phone:        (916) 660-8288 (ext.3896) for updated information and workshop cancellations

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/workshops/student-success.php

 

 

Writing Center

Offers students one-on-one instruction on writing skills and assistance with writing papers in all college subjects.  Students can receive help with: clarifying assignments, the writing process, developing and organizing ideas, grammar and punctuation questions, proofreading and editing, interpreting literature, essay exam strategies, research skills, source citation, oral presentations, resume and business letter writing, word processing, and transfer application and scholarship essays.  Services are free of charge and provided on a drop-in basis, just bring student ID.  Also provides computers for students to use, and the website offers numerous links to writing resources (on-line writing guides, reference manuals, etc.).

Location: LRC 424                                    Phone: (916) 660-8093

Website: http://lrc.sierracollege.edu/writingcenter/

 

 

Math Center

Offers students who are currently enrolled in any math class free tutoring and assistance in Mathematics and the math contained in other subjects (such as Physics, Chemistry, Economics, etc.), a great place to do math homework and study math, and PCs with Mathematics and Microsoft software.  Just come on in with your student ID number and proof of current enrollment in a math class.

          Location: V 329                                Phone: (916) 660-7990

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/labs/math-center/index.php

 

 

Supplemental Instruction (SI)

Offers weekly review sessions for students in difficult courses.  The sessions are led by a student SI leader who has already successfully taken the course.    

Phone: (916) 660-7984

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/supplemental-instruction/index.php

 

 

Academic Foundations Program

Helps students to become prepared for the rigorous demands of college-level coursework through a combination of courses and support services to help build skill level and knowledge in reading, writing, math, basic computer applications as well as finding, retrieving, and evaluating information.  Courses are designed with a slower pace, more one-on-one time with instructors, and more labs and instructional assistants to provide extra help.  Students may assess into them or enroll in them even if they just want some extra help: CIS 1, 5, 20, 30, 37; English A, N, 50, 501, 560, 570, 571; ESL 500, 510, 520, 530, 540; Lib. Sci. 10A, 10B; Math A, 581, 582; PD 1, 6, 8. 

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/academic-foundations/index.php         

 

Personal Development CoursesCourses designed to help to students to better adapt and achieve in academia, especially College Success (PDEV 1) and Introduction to College (PDEV 8).  College Success (3 units, Transfer CSU/UC) teaches students strategies that include: test-taking, memory improvement, note-taking, research, time management, goal-setting, communication, and stress reduction.   Introduction to College (.5-2 units, Transfer CSU) introduces students to campus services, student success strategies, the process of choosing a major, and the steps to transferring on to a four year college.  Both courses are listed in the college catalog.

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/academics/catalog.php

 

First Year Experience (FYE) ProgramA program designed to help students succeed in their first year of college through learning community classes, workshops, activities, and support services.  Students don’t need to be in their first year to join, they just need to be eligible for or enrolled in English, Math, Computer Information Systems, and Personal Development courses that are specified on the website.

          Location: Winstead                                   Phone: (916) 660-7368

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/first-year/index.php

 

LibraryOffers students a collection of over 85,000 print and 20,000 electronic books, various course textbooks available on reserve to check out, and 24/7 access to magazines, journals, newspapers, films, and e-books through subscription data bases.  Librarians are available to assist students with research, and computers are available for library database and Internet research.  The website also offers online research guides and information literacy tutorials.

Location: LRC Second and Third Floors         Phone:        (916) 660-7230    Circulation

(916) 660-7232    Reference

          Website: http://lrc.sierracollege.edu/library.html

 

Straight AAAs (Athletic Academic Achievement) Program

Helps student athletes to achieve academic success through tutoring and learning how to study, take notes and tests, write papers, and manage time. Student athletes may be referred by an instructor or coach or have assessed into one or more developmental courses (reading, writing, or math).  It has been documented that student athletes attending the Straight AAA’s Program have a marked increase in their GPA over those student athletes who are not participating in the program.

          Athletes Room Location: LRC 402A

 

Counseling CenterOffers students academic, career, and personal counseling. 

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7400

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/counseling/index.php

Online Counseling Center:

 http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/counseling/online-counseling/index.php

 

 

See Also:    Disabilities Programs and Services

EOPS

                   CARE

Puente Program

Umoja Program

TRiO Program


For Students Wanting Financial Help

 

Financial Aid

Offers information about, and applications for, various forms of financial aid available to students:  grants, loans, scholarships, work-study employment, and more.  The website also offers links to a Financial Aid Handbook and an online video library that can be accessed 24/7 with topics that include:  applying for financial aid, eligibility, grant and loan programs, and scholarship tips. 

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7310

          Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/financial-aid/index.php

           

CalWorks

Assists students who are current or former TANF/CalWorks recipients to meet welfare-to-work requirements.  Services may include: counseling, employment opportunities, information and referral to campus and community programs and services, and expense cards for school supplies, books, and transportation.   Specific eligibility requirements are listed on the website, and students interested in getting into the program must make an appointment with a CalWorks counselor.

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7367

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/eops/calworks.php

           

EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs and Services)

Offers low-income and educationally disadvantaged students support services that may include:  counseling, priority registration, transfer and graduation assistance, textbook vouchers, and parking permit or bus pass.  Specific eligibility requirements and application procedure steps are listed on the website.   

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7366

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/eops/index.php

 

CARE (Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education) (a component of EOPS)

Offers single parents who are academically under prepared (and who are also receiving benefits through CalWorks and are eligible for EOPS) support services that may include: counseling, priority registration, transfer and graduation assistance, textbook vouchers, parking permit or bus pass, grant money, referrals to on-campus and off-campus agencies and departments, workshops on parenting skills, and support groups. 

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7366

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/eops/index.php

 

TRiO Program (Student Support Services)

Offers to first-generation students (who do not have a parent who has earned a Bachelor’s degree) and who are low income or have a documented disability services such as: counseling, mentoring, tutoring, assistance applying for financial aid, textbook and laptop loans, and special events and field trips to universities.  The TRiO student application is on the website.

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7376

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/trio-program/index.php

 

Sierra Job Link

Offers students an online job board to look for employment and to post resume.

          Website: http://www.collegecentral.com/sierracollege

 

See Also:    Career Connections

For Students Who Aren’t Sure What Major/Profession to Go Into

 

 

Career ConnectionsOffers students a variety of information and services for exploring career interests and educational paths: career assessment tests, resources for researching (majors, universities, job outlook and employment trends), computers with resume and letter writing software programs, workshops on topics such as resume writing and interviewing, information regarding informational interviewing, job shadowing, mentoring, and internship opportunities, and the Sierra Job Link for looking for employment and posting resumes.

Location: Winstead                                   Phone: (916) 660-7481

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/career-connections/index.php

 

 

See Also:    Counseling

                   Transfer Center

 

 

For Students Who Would Like Greater Academic Challenge

 

 

Honors Courses

Highly motivated students who seek a more intellectually stimulating experience in an enrolled degree-applicable course (except developmental education) may create and complete an Honor’s Course Contract that details the extra, higher-level course work the student will do.  The Honors Contract Proposal form is located on the website.

          Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/honors/index.php

 

Sierra College Honor Society

Academically talented students who have completed 12 units of transferable course credit at Sierra College with a minimum 3.5 GPA are eligible to join the college’s Beta Mu Zeta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society for two-year colleges.  The organization provides opportunity for leadership and service, as well as fellowship for students seeking greater academic challenge. 

          Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/honors/index.php

 

Learning Center

Outstanding students with a solid grasp of the subject matter may be referred to the Learning Center for the possibility of working as a paid peer tutor for the college.  The website provides an information sheet, application for the student, and faculty recommendation form.

Location: LRC 444                                    Phone: (916) 660-7220

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/tutoring/faculty.php

 

Transfer Center (Career and Transfer Connections)

Students have access to information for transfer research and effective transfer planning to colleges and universities, and services and activities that include:  workshops on transfer-related topics, contact with university representatives through campus visits and tours, and assistance with completing university admissions applications. 

          Location: Winstead                                   Phone: (916) 660-7481

Website:  http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/transfer-center/index.php

 


For Students Who Would Like a Greater Educational Experience

 

Campus Clubs        

Offers students the opportunity to foster their social and intellectual growth through development of leadership, critical thinking, and/or interpersonal skills.  Students may form their own club or join existing clubs for different interests, sports, cultures, causes, academic subjects, the arts, and so much more.

          Campus Life Office: J 7                                       Phone: (916) 660-7380

Website for Club Listings: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-life/clubs/index.php

 

Campus Events

The college hosts numerous upcoming events in the spring, such as One Billion Rising: Global Campaign Day, Love Your Body Week, and Earth Week, as well as great sporting events.

          Website for Upcoming Events: http://www.sierracollege.edu/events/upcoming/index.php 

Website for Sporting Events: http://www.sierracollege.edu/athletics/events/index.php

 

Internship Program (Career Connections)

Offers students a “hands-on” opportunity at a worksite to apply classroom learning and explore and develop skills/knowledge in a particular field or profession, while also earning units.  Eligibility requirements and directions for applying are provided on the website.

Location: Winstead                                   Phone: (916) 660-7481

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/career-connections/students/internship.php

 

Study Abroad Program

Offers students the opportunity to continue their studies while living in another country for three months during the semester.  Fees and destinations are on the website, along with additional information and the application.

          Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/study-abroad.php

 

Puente Program

Puente (the Spanish word for “bridge”) offers students a Learning Community experience (English, Personal Development, and History classes), counseling services, mentoring, university tours, and activities and field trips to help students achieve greater personal and academic success and appreciation for cultural heritage. A Puente Program Information Form is on the website for students to complete to enter the program.  The program also offers students a room to meet, study, receive counseling and assistance, and hear guest speakers.

          Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/puente/index.php

Puente Room Location: LRC 402A

There is also the Puente Club for all interested students (in the Puente Program or not).

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-life/clubs/index.php

 

Umoja Program

Umoja (the Swahili word meaning “unity”) offers students a Learning Community experience (English, Personal Development, Computer Information Systems and/or Social Science classes), counseling services, mentoring, university tours, and activities and field trips to help students achieve greater personal and academic success and appreciation for cultural heritage.  Applications are on the website for students to complete.    The program also offers students a room to meet, study, receive counseling and assistance, and hear guest speakers

          Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/umoja/index.php

Umoja Room Location: LRC 402A

There is also the Project Unity Club—for all interested students (in the Umoja Program or not).

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-life/clubs/index.php

 

See Also:    First Year Experience Program

Transfer Center


For Students Who Are Veterans

 

Veterans Educational Services Office

Offers students who are veterans, reservists, or dependents assistance and counseling.  Students may call or e-mail for an appointment or stop by.   

Location: Winstead                                   Phone: (916) 660-7470

E-mail: veterans@sierracollege.edu

There are also informative webpages with resources for veterans:  

http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/veteran-services/index.php

http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/veteran-services/resources.php

 

Vets Resource Center

Offers a place for study, camaraderie, and assistance.  Services include: information on GI Bill and financial aid, assistance completing claims and benefits forms, vet-to-vet tutoring and study groups, computer access, and combat vet counseling.

Location: LRC 402A

 

Boots to Books Learning Community Courses

A college success class designed to help veterans transition from military to college life (Personal Development 1, three units) that is paired with an English class (English A, also three units).

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/veteran-services/boots-to-books.php

 

The Veterans Student Alliance (VSA)

A campus club that offers support and resources for veterans.   

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-life/clubs/index.php

 

 

 

For Students with Disabilities

 

 

Disabled Students Program and Services

Provides the appropriate services to students with verified disabilities (including blind/low vision, deaf/hard of hearing, mobility impaired, and psychological and learning disabilities).  Services include: counseling (disability, academic, and vocational), accommodations for the classroom (note-taking, interpreters, etc.) and examinations (test facilitation and proctoring), courses for identifying and overcoming challenges (perceptual training, adaptive physical education, etc.), and an assistive technology lab (alternate media: magnification,  text-to-speech, screen reading, and speech recognition software, etc.).

 

DSPS: Winstead                              Phone: (916) 660-7460/(916) 630-4548

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/disabled-students/index.php

 

Assistive Technology Lab: LRC 444A              Phone: (916) 660-7212

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/labs/assistive.php   

 

Learning Opportunity Center: LRC 401                    Phone: (916) 660-7450

 


For International/English as a Second Language Students

 

 

International Student Office

Offers counseling and support services to international students

Location: J 8                                               Phone: (916) 660-7330

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/specialized-programs/international/index.php

 

ESL Program

Offers non-native speaking students a seven level ESL program beginning with novice level up to advanced transfer level college courses.  Courses include: writing, grammar, reading/vocabulary, and speaking/listening (at most levels).   

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/academics/divisions/liberal-arts/esl/index.php 

The website also provides a webpage with links to ESL resource websites:

          http://www.sierracollege.edu/academics/divisions/liberal-arts/esl/esl-websites.php

 

ESL Labs

Offers ESL students computers with 19 ESL software programs and website links to many ESL materials.  ESL lab classes are taught by ESL faculty and focus on practicing the content and skills being learned in the connected lecture class.

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/academics/divisions/liberal-arts/esl/esl-lab.php

 

Campus Clubs for International/ESL Students

The Sierra International Life Club and many different cultural clubs are available to students.    

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-life/clubs/index.php

 

See Also:    Puente Program

Umoja Program

Academic Foundations

Student Success Workshops

 

 

For LGBTIQ Students

 

 

Pride CenterA learning center to support retention and success of lesbian, gay, bisexual, intersex, transgender, and all students at Sierra College.Location: MT-8 D

 

Safe Space

A supportive program for LGBTIQ students that works to create a more welcoming and inclusive campus climate.  Safe Space training is offered two to three times per semester to help staff and students learn how to be a strong ally and advocate for LGBTIQ students.    

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-services/safe-space.php

         

Rainbow Alliance

A campus club that supports activism, support groups, social activities, and tolerance and education.  

Website:  http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-life/clubs/index.php

 

For Students Who Are Parents

 

Child Development Centers

Offers childcare to young children aged two/three to five years old.  Programs may be fee-based or free (for income-qualifying families).  Centers are located on campus and off campus in the surrounding communities.

          Phone: (916) 660-8240

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-services/child-development.php

 

A Mother’s PlaceOffers lactating moms (students, staff, or faculty) a private place for expressing their milk.  Further information regarding the benefits of breastfeeding and room location may be found on the website. 

Phone: (916) 660-8061 or (916) 660-7302

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-services/mothers-place.php

 

See Also:    CARE Program

                   CalWorks Program

 

 

For Students with Personal Difficulties

 

Counseling CenterOffers short-term personal counseling free of charge to students to address specific problems that are interfering with a student’s progress or success. 

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7400

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/academic-support/counseling/index.php

 

Health Services Center—Offers psychotherapy that is free of charge to students for six visits per semester, with a lifetime maximum of 18 free visits (there is a ten dollar fee to students who do not show up for appointments).

Location: Winstead                                  Phone: (916) 660-7490

Website: http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-services/health-services/index.php

 

The website also offers two informative webpages:

 

Mental Health Counseling and Resources: Lists the local area numbers to call for crisis intervention and suicide prevention, and offers links to further information regarding depression, grief, suicide prevention, and other mental health resources. 

http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-services/health-services/mental-health.php

 

Medical Resources and Links: Provides links to information regarding stress, self-injury, sexual assault, substance use and abuse, eating disorders, and more.

http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/campus-services/health-services/resources.php

 

 

And More

 

Even more student resources may be found on the Student Services website, such as Admissions and Records, the Bookstore, Campus Parking, Campus Wireless Network, Pay to Print Services, and the Testing Center:

          http://www.sierracollege.edu/student-services/index.php