Academic Success Center Workshops

Academic Success Center Calendar
January
Effective Note Taking - Chris
- Monday, January 30, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdO-gqT0iHNSb0KBuUvglUeHqfqE_RDoS
- Take note of our note-taking presentation. If you feel you could improve your skills, or you find that studying from your notes does not lead to the grades you want on tests and papers, join us for a presentation on three highly successful methods.
Balancing Act - Brandy
- Tuesday, January 31, 2023
- Noon
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcofu2qrjMvGdGGWPbDR0vauQsVJXZ7xzJN
- Want a more effective way to get through those textbooks? How about conserving time and avoiding procrastination? Come learn efficiency for "critical thinking"!
February
How to Win At Math - Philip
- Thursday, February 2. 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdO6hqT4tGdedxWwEBtGo6a-MXJsFWObF
- Feeling stuck in math? Especially knee-deep in a math problem can elicit helplessness, frustration, and other math anxiety symptoms. Seeking help in the Academic center on time can help to reduce anxiety. Join us on How to win at Math and overcome Math Anxiety presentation
Learn How to Learn - Mandy and Juanita
- Tuesday, February 7, 2023
- 11:00 a.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtcOCupzktG9V3Nj9tClCUpP2IzHeOhQWh
- Learn how to study and retain information. Learn your processes to plan, monitor, and assess your understanding and performance. Metacognition includes a critical awareness of one's thinking and learning and oneself as a thinker and learner.
Test Taking Strategies - Phillip
- Monday, February 13, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlfumoqT8sGd06INFm9Y0DnMGpa3-0uX6h
- Tests are where the “rubber meets the road” and can often make or break our class experience. Fortunately, there are things we can do to improve our performance in the test situation. In this workshop, we will discuss pre-test, in-test, and post-test strategies that can reduce anxiety, increase preparedness, and develop confidence in our test-taking ability.
Be Your Own Partner - Brandy
- Tuesday, February 14, 2013
- 3:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-CurjkpHdf_cGCM5ECrPS1_SjEgDIKu
- On Valentine’s Day, tune IN instead of feeling left out. Take home pearls of wisdom on becoming the partner you deserve to attract
Academic Essay Structures - Chris
- Thursday, February 16, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvdOmprz4iHdCHbDoqaL2Nsh1VVkL5-a07
- Does writing an academic paper stress you out? Then this is the workshop that will help you learn the different parts of an essay and how to put it all together.
Money Mindset – Jr. Garcia
- Monday, February 27, 2023
- Noon
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcemqrT4sGdUg7kl6sY9yxJBOhW6LRn8k
- Almost every area of human endeavor can be dramatically influenced by how we think about our talents and abilities. Mindset reveals how people can put this idea to use to foster outstanding accomplishment.
March
Money Mindset – Dr. Herbert Jackson
- Monday, March 6, 2023
- 4 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEucOmvqDIsG9fPP0SsJlRt6DEM0Pd4HRO3
- Almost every area of human endeavor can be dramatically influenced by how we think about our talents and abilities. Mindset reveals how people can put this idea to use to foster outstanding accomplishment.
Use Your Own Words - Brandy
- Tuesday, March 7, 2023
- 6:15 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMocOyvrTsvGt0daGd-mFUEe7IkzDpy6GqZ
- Anger got your tongue? Bullet proof your emotional health against overreactions, mood swings, and hypersensitivity.
Effective Note Taking - Chris
- Tuesday, March 28, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdO-gqT0iHNSb0KBuUvglUeHqfqE_RDoS
- Take note of our note-taking presentation. If you feel you could improve your skills, or you find that studying from your notes does not lead to the grades you want on tests and papers, join us for a presentation on three highly successful methods.
How to Win at Math - Phillip
- Thursday, March 30, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdO6hqT4tGdedxWwEBtGo6a-MXJsFWObF
- Feeling stuck in math? Especially knee-deep in a math problem can elicit helplessness, frustration, and other math anxiety symptoms. Seeking help in the Academic center on time can help to reduce anxiety. Join us on How to win at Math and overcome Math Anxiety presentation
April
Test Taking Strategies - Philip
- Tuesday, April 11, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlfumoqT8sGd06INFm9Y0DnMGpa3-0uX6h
- Tests are where the “rubber meets the road” and can often make or break our class experience. Fortunately, there are things we can do to improve our performance in the test situation. In this workshop, we will discuss pre-test, in-test, and post-test strategies that can reduce anxiety, increase preparedness, and develop confidence in our test-taking ability.
Academic Essay Structures - Chris
- Thursday, April 13, 2023
- 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvdOmprz4iHdCHbDoqaL2Nsh1VVkL5-a07
- Does writing an academic paper stress you out? This is the workshop that will help you learn the different parts of an essay and how to put it all together.
Learn How to Learn - Mandy and Juanita
- Tuesday, April 18, 2023
- 4:00 p.m.
- Zoom: https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtcOCupzktG9V3Nj9tClCUpP2IzHeOhQWh
- Learn how to study and retain information. Learn your processes to plan, monitor, and assess your understanding and performance. Metacognition includes a critical awareness of one's thinking and learning and oneself as a thinker and learner.
How To Channel Your Stress – Brandy
- Tuesday, April 25, 2023
- 11:00 a.m.
- Zoom https://hccs-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArdu6sqDsjH91rGFk7LTaPAzMMF8XoWZVG :
- Those times when you feel too overwhelmed for words, and just want to go back to bed, but can’t… emotional resilience can help!
Contact Us
Hiring Managers for HCC Tutoring Services:
Learning Centers (Central’s Learning Emporium, Coleman- Health Science Tower)
GEORGE OPARA, MANAGER
PH: 713-718-5850
george.opara@hccs.edu
Learning Centers (Eastside, Fraga, Missouri City, Stafford, & Westloop)
JUANITA MARTINEZ, MANAGER
PH: 713-718-7261
juanita.martinez@hccs.edu
Learning Centers (Alief, Katy, Northeast, North Forrest, Northline, & Spring Branch)
PATRICK TEOH, MANAGER
PH: 713-718-8189
patrick.teoh@hccs.edu
Learning Centers (District Office)
AMANDA GUERRERO, DIRECTOR INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
amanda.guerrero@hccs.edu
Online Tutoring (Upswing)
ALEX G. KANAKIS
PH: 713-718-5449
alex.kanakis@hccs.edu