Student-Led Workshops (Academic Excellence Workshops)
MESA Academic Excellence
Workshop Schedule
Fall 2023
(days, times & locations are subject to change); (for in-person workshops, masks not required but highly recommended)
Meet Our Facilitators
BIOLOGY 205/206 - Danielle Alamillo
Faculty Lead: Fernando Gomez
About Danielle: Hello! I’m currently a Biology major with the hopes of achieving my lifelong passion of working in the medical field as a pediatrician. I know the tough challenges firsthand of Biology 205 but I did not expect to love biology as much as I do now after taking this course. I hope that I am able to pass on my insight and strategies for this course to the best of my ability. Email: dalamillo@valleycollege.edu.
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Time |
Workshop Location |
| Details Coming Soon! | Details Coming Soon! |
Details Coming Soon! |
BIOLOGY 205 - Kailey Hellein
Faculty Lead: Thomas Lechuga
About Kailey: Hello! My name is Kailey Hellen. I graduated from CSUSB in 2020 and have come back to school to work on some extra coursework for pursuing a career in medicine. I am eager to work with students like me and hope be a positive impact on their education. I enjoy archery and reading and some gaming on my free time. Also, given my non-traditional academic background, I hope to be a resource of advice for others. Email: k.tometich2568@student.sbccd.edu.
| Day | Time | Workshop Location |
| Thursdays | 12:30-2:00 pm | HLS 239/240 |
CHEMISTRY 101 - Aryah Seraj
Faculty Lead: Jessy Lemieux
About Aryah: Hello everyone, I am Aryah Seraj, and I will be your Chemistry 151 facilitator. I have a deep passion for chemistry, and I love the different concepts presented. I also think there is just the right amount of math incorporated, which I love as well. I am graduating from San Bernardino Valley College with my AA degree in Biological and Physical Sciences this Spring 2022. However, I will still take courses at Valley over the next year. I am starting Cal State University San Bernardino in the Fall of 2022. I plan on majoring in chemistry, and once I graduate with my bachelor’s degree in 2024, I plan on applying to medical school. Chemistry 151 is definitely a tough course, but I am excited to help and create a good learning environment. With effort, great goals can be achieved! Email: dbecerra@valleycollege.edu.
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Day |
Time |
Workshop Location |
| Tuesdays | 1:00-3:00 pm |
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| Thursdays | 12:30-3:30 pm |
PS-132 (in STEM-MESA Center) |
CHEMISTRY 105 - Huan "Emmy" Ziprick
Faculty Lead: Michael Torrez
About Emmy: Greetings! My name is Huan Ziprick but please call me Emmy. I am currently a student nurse at CSUSB and a Chemistry 105 facilitator. Chem 105 is about an introduction to general and organic chemistry. This class gives you an excellent foundation to general and organic chemistry and prepares you for a higher level of chemistry. Although my major is in nursing, I have great love towards Chemistry and I hope to give you some help in Chemistry and experiences in nursing programs. Email: hziprick@valleycollege.edu.
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Day |
Time |
Workshop Location |
| Tuesdays & Thursdays | 3:30-5:30 pm |
To attend Zoom workshop, click here: |
CHEMISTRY 150 - Kailey Hellein
Faculty Leads: Amy Avelar/Ana Mayo
About Kailey: Hello! My name is Kailey Hellen. I graduated from CSUSB in 2020 and have come back to school to work on some extra coursework for pursuing a career in medicine. I am eager to work with students like me and hope be a positive impact on their education. I enjoy archery and reading and some gaming on my free time. Also, given my non-traditional academic background, I hope to be a resource of advice for others. Email: k.tometich2568@student.sbccd.edu.
| Day | Time |
Workshop Location |
| Wednesdays (Chem 150-Avelar) | 4:00-5:30 pm |
PS-132 (in STEM-MESA Center) |
| Thursdays (Chem 150-Mayo) | 2:30-4:00 pm |
HLS-239/240 |
CHEMISTRY 213 - Matthew Pautz
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.
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Day |
Time |
Workshop Location |
| Mondays | 2:00-4:00 pm |
PS-142 (inside PS-141 suite) |
MATH 151 - Eva Del Valle
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.
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Day |
Time |
Workshop Location |
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Mondays |
10:00 am-1:00 pm |
To attend Zoom workshop, click here: |
MATH 250 - Garret Wulc
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.
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Day |
Time |
Workshop Location |
| Mondays |
2:00-3:00 pm |
PS-132 (inside STEM-MESA Center) |
| Tuesdays |
4:00-5:00 pm & 7:00-8:00 pm |
To attend Zoom 2orkshop, click here: |
| Wednesdays |
2:00-3:00 pm |
PS-132 (inside STEM-MESA Center) |
| Thursdays |
4:00-5:00 pm & 7:00-8:00 pm |
To attend Zoom 2orkshop, click here: |
| Fridays |
2:00-3:00 pm |
PS-132 (inside STEM-MESA Center) |
PSYCH TECH - Ines Machado
Faculty Lead: Maria Valdez
About Ines: Hello my name is Ines and I’m currently working towards completing the Psych Tech program. I know this program can be quite stressful and fast paced but we can get through it together. I will do my best to assist you towards success and hopefully make the experience easier! Email: imachado@valleycollege.edu.
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Day |
Time |
Workshop Location |
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Mondays |
12:00-2:30 pm | PS-166 |
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Tuesdays |
3:00-6:00 pm |
To attend Zoom workshop, click here: |
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Wednesdays |
12:00-2:30 pm | PS-166 |
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Thursdays |
3:00-6:00 pm |
To attend Zoom workshop, click here: |
