Tutoring and Learning Center Staff

Peer Tutors

Brandon

BUS 300
ECON 302, 304

Hello! My name is Brandon Chen, and I am currently a second-year student at Sacramento City College studying Business Administration. I am very excited to be assisting students with courses, such as BUS 300, ECON 302, and ECON 304. If you need help in clarifying certain concepts, studying for an upcoming exam, or anything else, please do not hesitate to schedule a meeting with me! If you also need help with looking for job opportunities, updating resumes, or would like any resources to build up your professional profile, feel free to schedule a meeting with me as well. In my free time, I enjoy going to the gym, being out in nature, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.

Harman

CHEM 305

Hello, I’m Harman. I’m a dedicated chemistry tutor with a strong passion for both science and nursing. I enjoy helping students understand complex chemistry concepts in simple, meaningful ways while connecting them to real-world health and medical applications. My goal is to inspire students to see how chemistry plays a vital role in nursing and patient care, fostering both academic success and a deeper appreciation for the sciences.

Jasmine

BIOL 430

Hi! My name is Miruna, but you can just call me Jasmine! I've always been fascinated about the anatomy and workings of the human body, but I know how challenging it can be. My goal is to make it a little easier and less stressful! Right now, I’m working toward becoming a nurse and plan on transferring to continue my education. Outside of school, I enjoy listening to all kinds of music, watching TV, and relaxing with jigsaw puzzles. I look forward to supporting you and working together!

Jen

CHEM 400, 401
ENGR 422
PHYS 410

My name is Jen and I am a tutor at the TLC. I am studying Mechanical Engineering and hope to transfer to UC Davis next fall. I am passionate about learning and hope to share this passion with others at the TLC. In addition to school, I enjoy cooking, baking, hiking, and watching movies.

Nicole

ACCT 101, 301, 311
BUS 340

Hi! My name is Nicole, and welcome to my bio. It's nice to meet you. The classes I specialize in tutoring are: Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting, and Business Law. If you need help with any of these topics, feel free to schedule an appointment with me. I'll do my best to make sure you succeed in your academic goals. Honestly college can be difficult at times. Even though I'm a tutor now, I still show up and study because I know all this hard work will pay off in the long run. Just understand that YOU are not alone in your journey. It's okay to ask for help. And with some perseverance, I'm confident that you will one day reach for the stars and shine like the diamond you are in your own life.

Tendai

MATH 372, 373, 400
ECON 310
STAT 300

Hi! My name is Tendai, but I also go by Tae. I’m a Computer Science major, and this is my first semester at Sac City College, but my third semester overall since moving from Michigan. I’ve always loved studying Mathematics and Physics, and even though they can be very challenging at times, I like the challenge. I hope I can help make your academic journey less stressful and more enjoyable because learning, though challenging, should come with excitement and a sense of accomplishment. I also enjoy writing poetry, reading novels and self-help books, cooking and baking, spending time in the sun, conversation and making friends, etcetera. I look forward to seeing you around!

Advanced Tutors

Ayeesha

CHEM 300, 305, 306, 330, 400, 401, 420, 421

My name is Ayeesha! I am a tutor here at LRC for a lot of the chemistry classes. My major is chemical engineering and I'm hoping to transfer to SJSU to gain a bachelor's and a masters. I like to spend my free time with friends, playing video games, baking, exploring new places, and surprisingly cleaning as well.

Bekah

BIOL 440
CHEM 300, 305, 306, 309, 400, 401, 420, 421

My name is Bekah, and I am a PAL Facilitator in the Natural Sciences Building as well as a Tutor for multiple chemistry courses and microbiology in the Learning Resource Center. I am a Nutrition and Dietetics and Chemistry Major at Sacramento City College on the Sacramento State transfer path. My goal is to become a Registered Dietitian and explore research on anti-inflammatory foods in healing diets to help patients manage symptoms with chronic and inflammatory skin diseases. In my free time, I spend time with my cat, perform as a member of my church choir, and cook and bake for myself and friends.

Estella

AH 311
CHEM 305
ECON 310
NUTRI 300
STAT 300

Hello! I am so excited to help students with STAT 300, AH 311, and NUTRI 300! I understand how challenging statistics, medical language, and nutrition can be, and I just want to do my best to assist students on their journey through their classes their college career! In my free time I love running, being in nature, drawing, or playing the clarinet! My favorite food is pickles!
I hope you have a nice semester, and I wish you well, and I am happy to help you with any statistics, nutrition, or medical language question!

Leticia Rangel

Advanced ASL Tutor

DEAF 310, 312, 314

My name is Leticia, I am Hearing, and I am excited to be one of your tutors this semester! I am an American Sign Language and Deaf Studies major at Sac State, but my ASL learning career started at SCC/ARC. I completed ASL 1-5 with Los Rios, and I continue to learn more about and interact with the Deaf community at CSUS! Learning about and understanding other cultures is so important! I first wanted to start learning ASL as a way to make sure I would be able to communicate effectively with my future patients, as well as make sure that they felt heard and listened to. ASL is a beautiful and fun language to learn, and I hope you all love it as much as I do :)

Nessa

DEAF 310, 312, 314, 316, 318, 320

Hello everyone. My name is Vanessa (Nessa) Aparicio and I’m a tutor at the tutoring center. I have tutored at SCC for over five semesters now and I have tutored at ARC for 2 semesters. 

I love tutoring because I love supporting others and it’s a great refresher for me as well. I have recently graduated from the ASL-English interpreting program at American River.

Instructional Assistants

Natalie

ACCT 101, 103, 104, 107, 111, 123, 125, 301, 311, 341
BUS 105, 300, 320
ECON 302,304

My name is Natalie, and I am excited to be a part of the Tutoring and Learning Center. As an Instructional Assistant, I specialize in tutoring a wide range of business and accounting classes offered at SCC. Whether you are grappling with the foundational principles or delving into more complex topics, I’m here to assist you with your learning endeavor. Drawing from my previous experience as a Teaching Assistant at UC Santa Cruz, I have developed a deep passion for education. My goal is not only to prepare students for exams but also to ensure they understand concepts by providing personalized support and guidance. During my free time, I enjoy taking photos, cooking, and running by the ocean in Santa Cruz.