Study Jam Group Tutoring

Mission Statement

Study Jam Tutoring aims to enhance student success and retention at our college by providing high-quality, peer-to-peer tutoring for high DFW (drop, fail, withdrawal) and gateway courses. Through both group and one-to-one tutoring sessions, facilitated by faculty-recommended tutors, we support students in achieving their academic goals. Our mission is to foster an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative learning environment that empowers students from all backgrounds to excel academically and progress toward degree completion.

Vision

Our vision is to be a leading peer tutoring program recognized for its positive impact on student academic achievement and retention rates. We aspire to create a campus culture where peer tutoring is an integral part of the learning experience, promoting academic excellence, community, and lifelong learning. By continuously evaluating and improving our services based on data transparency and community feedback, we aim to meet the evolving needs of our students and faculty.

Values

  1. Student Success: We are committed to helping students achieve their academic and personal goals by providing accessible, high-quality tutoring services that support their learning and development.

  2. Collaboration: We foster a collaborative environment where students, tutors, and faculty work together to enhance the educational experience and achieve common learning objectives.

  3. Inclusivity: We strive to create an open and welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds and academic abilities, ensuring that everyone has equal access to our services and opportunities for success.

  4. Excellence: We maintain high standards for our tutoring services, selecting and training faculty-recommended tutors who are knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated to student success.

  5. Data-Driven Improvement: We value transparency and accountability, using data to continually assess and improve our program. We listen to the campus community and adapt our services to meet their needs effectively.

  6. Affordability: We are committed to providing no-cost-to-student tutoring services funded by the Student Success Fee, ensuring that financial barriers do not impede access to academic support.