Academic Support for Mathematics Students

Worried about math? Whether you are studying for a prelim or brushing up on forgotten algebra, we can relieve your math anxiety. Don’t wait until the end of the semester to seek help!

Mathematics Support Center, 256 Malott Hall

Contact: Maria Terrell, director; (607) 255-3905, mst1@cornell.edu

The MSC operates on the premise that you will learn mathematical concepts best by doing problems and practicing regularly.  Study capsules and tutoring assist in refreshing your memory, filling gaps in your math background, reinforcing class work, helping on difficult topics, or reviewing for exams.  MSC services are available weekdays and Sundays throughout the semester.

For review session and tutoring schedules, copies of the study capsules (described below), and more, visit the Math Support Center web site.

Free Tutoring

Experienced tutors are available on a walk-in basis for free individual and small-group tutoring every day except Saturday.  Hours are generally business hours weekdays and Sunday evenings in the Math Support Center with additional evening hours on north campus a couple nights each week.  Please check the schedule outside 256 Malott Hall or at www.math.cornell.edu/msc/ for details.

Review Sessions

Review sessions are held at the start of the semester for students wanting to review some pre-calculus topics.

• Algebra Review — Thursday, January 26, 2012, 7:00–9:00 p.m. in 406 Malott Hall
• Trigonometry Review — Tuesday, January 31, 2012, 7:00–9:00 p.m. in 406 Malott Hall

Independent Study Capsules

Compact study capsules address topics from pre-calculus to calculus and allow students to work at their own pace.

Resources

• A small library of math texts helps students to broaden their understanding of mathematical concepts.
• Our Survival Kit is filled with suggestions for succeeding in a Cornell math class.

Learning Strategies Center Mathematics Branch

Contact:  Patricia Alessi, 212 Malott Hall, (607) 255-8637, pa31@cornell.edu

The Learning Strategies Center offers a variety of services to assist students in reaching their academic potential. Classes, tutorials, workshops, and individual consultations help students develop effective learning strategies.

Academic Support Courses

MATH 1005, 1006, 1011, and 1012 meet weekly to supplement lecture material, answer questions, and provide tips for effectively learning the material in MATH 1105, 1106, 1110, and 1120.  Students who enroll in a support course receive one transcript credit (depending on college) and tutoring services.  Those who do not wish to enroll are invited to attend but cannot utilize the tutoring services.  There are no exams or homework assignments.  Students receive S/U grades based on attendance only.

Free Tutoring at the LSC Statistics Lab

The LSC offers free statistics tutoring on a walk-in basis during the academic year to students enrolled in AEM 2100, BTRY 3010, HADM 2201, ILRST 2100, MATH 1710, PAM 2100, PSYCH 3500, SOC 3010, and STSCI 2100.  The lab is located in 417 CCC, staffed with tutors 4 evenings per week, and equipped with computers and course-related statistical software for each of the supported courses.  For further information, contact lab director Patty Alessi (pa31@cornell.edu), assistant director Katelyn Giangregorio (ksg66@cornell.edu) or visit the LSC Statistics Lab web site.

Last modified:January 17, 2012