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Leah Bittner

“The SMSU RN to BSN Program does not have you take a set amount of credits each semester. This flexible scheduling was perfect for me as it allowed me to vary the amount of credits I took each semester. I would have struggled without that flexibility as I am a non-traditional student who is also a wife, mother of four, and worked full time while completing my degree. This program is designed to fit into your life, whether you want to be a full-time or part-time student.”

Leah Bittner, '22 Alum
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Interdisciplinary Tutoring

The Deeann Griebel Student Success Center in Individualized Learning (IL) 224 offers free drop-in tutoring in multiple courses. Subject areas may vary each semester and are based on student needs. Tutoring can support retention and completion efforts, improve course grades, and enhance satisfaction with the college experience. An advantage of interdisciplinary tutoring is the peer-facilitated learning experience provided by fellow students who have successfully completed coursework in their tutoring subject areas and have been recommended by faculty. Peer tutors are level 1 certified by the College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA).

All SMSU students are eligible for free, subject-specific tutoring to help them become more familiar with and comfortable with challenging course content. We work with students from all backgrounds and abilities.

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Business Core

Alex Peries

Alex Peries

Hometown: Colombo, Sri Lanka

Major: Data Science and Finance

Classification: Sophomore

Drop-in Tutoring Availability

  • Mondays, 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Location: Deeann Griebel Student Success Center (DGSSC), IL 224

No appointment necessary.

Biology & Chemistry

Laila Ridler

Laila Ridler

Hometown: Sacred Heart, MN

Major: Biology

Classification: Junior

Drop-in Tutoring Availability

  • Mondays, 9:00-10:45 a.m.
  • Wednesdays, 9:00-10:45 a.m.
  • Fridays, 9:00-10:45 a.m.

Location: Deeann Griebel Student Success Center (DGSSC), IL 224

No appointment necessary.

Psychology

Arlo Riemer

Arlo Riemer

Hometown: Winsted, MN

Major: Psychology

Classification: Senior

Drop-in Tutoring Availability

  • Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00 p.m.
  • Thursdays, 12:00-1:30 p.m.

Location: Deeann Griebel Student Success Center (DGSSC), IL 224

No appointment necessary.

Note: Days and times are subject to change throughout the semester. 

Not finding the subject you need? Please contact Sarah Brown, Coordinator of Academic Support & New Student Engagement, at Sarah.Brown@SMSU.edu or (507) 537-7216.

Be sure to also check out our Math Learning Center and Writing Center on campus. For additional subjects, including 24/7 tutoring support, access Tutor.com through D2L Brightspace. SMSU students have access to 15 hours of free tutoring support per academic year (with an option to request more if needed). For more information, visit: https://www.smsu.edu/campuslife/dgssc/what-is-tutor.html

Frequently Asked Questions:

No, you do not need to make an appointment. Simply drop in when the tutor is scheduled, and they will assist you. Please be aware that the tutor may be assisting several students at one time.
Please bring any necessary course materials with you to your tutoring session, such as textbooks, notes, or handouts. If you have particular questions or problems you would like to work through with the tutor, please have those prepared as well.
We have a group of trained tutors who will be leading your session. They are your fellow peers, and each of them specializes in the particular area they were hired to support.
The drop-in tutoring space is located in the Deeann Griebel Student Success Center on the second floor of the Individualized Learning (IL) building. The desk is to the right when you walk through the glass doors.
No, there is no limit to the number of sessions you can use a tutor for.
If you are interested in becoming a tutor for a particular subject area, please reach out to Sarah Brown, Coordinator of Academic Support & New Student Engagement, at Sarah.Brown@SMSU.edu or stop by her office (IL 224D).
Please reach out to Sarah Brown, Coordinator of Academic Support & New Student Engagement, at Sarah.Brown@SMSU.edu, and she will connect you with the tutor to set up a virtual tutoring session. As an online learner, you also have access to Tutor.com through D2L Brightspace 24/7. You have 15 hours of free tutoring support per academic year. If you run low on hours, you can request more by contacting Hannah directly.

Achieving Level One Certification from The International Tutor Training Program means that the SMSU student leaders have met The College Reading & Learning Association’s (CRLA) high standards for tutor selection, training, direct service, and evaluation as an integral part of their overall tutoring program. SMSU peer Tutors and SI Leaders are held to a high standard in order to provide quality academic support.

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