Meet the Tutors
Accounting
Christopher Ortiz
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Acct 4A, Acct 4b, Acct 120A, Acct 144
"The single most important thing in life is to believe in yourself regardless of what everyone else says." -Hikaru Nakamura
Accounting Tutor, Accounting Major
Rachel Quyen Pham
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Acct4A, Acct4B, Acct120A, Acct120B, Acct144, Acct145
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex, overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one.” - Mark Twain
Accounting Tutor, MBA student with a Concentration in Accounting
Anatomy/Physiology
Melina Morales
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
N/A
Word of Advice to Students
BIOL67A, BIOL67B, BIOL 33
I know online classes can be stressful, but don’t let that lead you astray from your goals. You have all worked very hard to get where you are at, and it is okay to take a second to close your eyes and take a deep breath.
You are not alone and there is nothing wrong with asking for help.
Anatomy & Physiology Tutor, Pre-Nursing Major
Chemistry
Alyssa Rivera
Chemistry Tutor, Biochemistry Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CHEM 3A/B, 1A/1AL, 1B/1BL, 8, 128A/B, 129A/B, 150, 155A/B, 102, 105
N/A
Learning is more than just textbooks, lectures and homework. It’s also about the people, community and world around you.
Preet Kaur
Chemistry Tutor, Biology Major (Pre- Med), Art Minor, Physical Science Minor.
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CHEM 1A, 1B, 3A, 3B, 8, 128A, 128B, 129A, 129B, 150
BIOL 1A, 1B, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 153, 120
ARTH 10, 11
ART 101, 102, 112
PLSI 2, COMM 8
“There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” Sometimes you can feel the world is falling world but trust me you are not the only one. Make friends in your classes for study sessions and attend all the lectures. If you do not understand anything, ask your professor and tutor!
Phillip Tapia
Chemistry Tutor, Chemistry Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CHEM 1A & 1B, CHEM 3A, CHEM 102 & 105, CHEM 8, 128A &128B, 129A
MATH 77 & 81, ENGL 5A&B, 10
Be patient with yourself. Be in a supportive environment like the Learning Center and support your peers. Never forget that college is filled with many meaningful life lessons that will help you in the long run.
Emma Andrade
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CHEM 3A/B, 1A/1AL, 1B/1BL
PHYS 2A/2B, Phys 4A/4B, MATH 75, 76, 77
Sometimes school can be overwhelming. It is important to keep yourself centered and get enough sleep. Often times when I get anxious, I remind myself of a motto I came up with Freshman year. “Day by day is okay!” Take things one step at a time :) you got this!!
Chemistry Tutor, Applied Mathematics Major, Physics Minor
Jenica Segura
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CHEM 1A/L, CHEM 1B/L, CHEM 3A, CHEM 102 & 105, CHEM 8, CHEM 128A/B, CHEM 129A
PLSI 2
You’ve gotten this far; you can keep going. Ask for help when needed, and you can overcome what you believe are your obstacles. Be kind to yourself in the process :)
Chemistry Tutor, Chemistry Major, Math Minor
Dilpreet Sekhon
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
(CHEM 1A/1AL, 1B/1BL, 3A/B, 8, CHEM 128A, CHEM 150 )
(BIOL 1A, PSYCH 42)
Don’t be afraid to ask for help and communicate with others in your class. Practice self-care and trust in your abilities! :)
Chemistry Tutor, [Biology Major]
Megan Torres
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CHEM 3A/B, 1A/1AL, 1B/1BL, 8, 128A, 129A/B, 150,
BIOL 1A, 1B, Psych 10, 42, 136, 63, PLSI2, Engl 10, 20
Make the choice to show up for yourself everyday. Go Dogs!
Chemistry Tutor, [...]
Communication
Aranveer Litt
Comm Tutor, Comm Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
COMM 3, 5, 7, 8, 15, 100, 105, 114, 115, 140, and 142.
As COVID-19 unfolds, you may have fewer social activities, class meetings, or work hours. Setting a schedule for yourself can help provide structure and keep you motivated. If you don’t already keep a weekly or daily calendar, try organizing your time more intentionally to include time for exercise and self-care.
CSDS/ASL
Alondra Guadarrama
American Sign Language Tutor, Interpreting Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
CSDS 91, 92, 93, 94S, 106, 136S, 139
We learn from our mistakes. Don’t let them bring you down.
I received my AA in American Sign Language before transferring to Fresno State. I hope to become a certified Interpreter.
Decision Science
Judson Ervin
Decision Science Tutor
MPA Grad Student
BS - Business Administration, Management
Philosophy Minor
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
DS 71, 73, 123
Don’t rush through things. Sometimes it is important to forget about deadlines and just take your time.
Gurry Singh
Decision Science Tutor, Computer Information Systems Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
DS 71, DS 73, DS 123
Be who you are and believe in yourself.
Economics
Javier “Nick” Medina
Economics Tutor, Economics Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
ECON 40 ECON 50 ECON 123
Be open to change, be open to failure
History & Government
Preston Hartman
History and Government Tutor,
History Major B.A. (2019)
History Masters Program
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
GEOG 4, GEOG 115
Word of Advice to Students:
HIST 11, HIST 12, HIST 20, HIST 21, HIST 114, HIST 150, HIST 152, HIST 153, PLSI 1, PLSI 2
Be sure to take your time with your work. Taking a break to relieve that stress can help the mind rekindle that idea that may have gotten lost earlier.
Major:
Graduated History Major w/ Geography Minor
Currently working on Master’s in History focus on Medieval Central Europe
Career Goals: Lawyer/Professor
Mathematics
Justin Barnett
Math Tutor, Civil Engineering Major, Math Minor
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
MATH 3, 3L, 5, 6, 70, 75, 75 A/B, 76, 81
None at the moment.
“Never accept the world as it appears to be, dare to see it, for what it could be.” - Blizzard Entertainment
Emily Varney
Math Tutor, Math Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
MATH 3, 3L, 5, 6, 70, 75 A/B, 75, 76, 77, 81, 111, 116, 121, 152
Get after it!
Spike Roseman
Mathematics Tutor, Engineering Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
MATH 3/L, 5, 6, 10A/B, 11, 70, 75 A/B, 76, 77, 81, 152
ME 1, 2, 31, 32, 95, 112, 115, 125, 134, 136, 140, 154
CE 20, 121
The true value of your education is not the piece of paper at the end, but learning how to solve a problem, overcome adversity, and communicate with others.
Andre Sorondo
Math Tutor, Math Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Math 3, 5, 6, 10 A/B, 11, 45, 70, 75 A/B, 76, 77, 81, 111, 121, 152, 161, 171
Math 101
Learning is a process that takes time, don’t be in a rush, and take your time. Remember that we’re here to help, and I’m happy to help you get there.
William Reimer
Math Tutor, Mathematics Grad Student
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Math 3, 5, 6, 10 A/B, 11, 45, 70, 75 A/B, 76, 77, 81, 107, 111, 114, 116, 128, 151, 152, 161, 171, 182
N/A
Try something, anything. Don’t beat yourself up if you do it wrong. Rather, think about what you can take away from this experience and grow from it.
Ashley Mays
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
MATH 3, 3L, 5, 6, 10 A/B, 70, 75, 75 A/B, 76, 81, 152
CSCI 40
“Successful and unsuccessful people do not vary greatly in their abilities. They vary in their desires to reach their potential.” – John Maxwell
Math Tutor, Mathematics
Math 45
Teresa Avila
Math 45 Tutor, COMM Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
MATH 45
Never give up and believe in yourself because amazing things take time.
Rose Escobar
MATH 45 Tutor, MCJ Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
MATH 45
WS 12, 110
Give yourself a break and recognize you’re only human.
Mechanical Engineering
Alvin Vang
Physics Tutor, Mechanical Engineering
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
ME 2, 31, 32, 26, 112, 115, 116, 122, 125, 136, 140,145, 154, 156
CE 20, 121
MATH 75, 76, 77, 81
PHYS 2A, 2B, 4A, 4B
Don’t let schooling get in front of your education, there’s a difference.
Physics
Letty Ramos
Physics Tutor, Physics Major, Math minor, Astronomy Minor
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
PHYS 4A, 4B, 4C, 110, 105A, 104, 170A
MATH 3, 5, 6, 75, 76, 77, 81
Everyone reaches a low point at least once in their lives, but that just means the only way to go is up. Think of problems as challenges to overcome, and, when you do, you’ll be a better person coming out of it.
Sarkis Tatarian
Physics Tutor, Mechanical Engineering Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Physics 2A, 2B, 4A, 4B
Math 3, 5, 6, 75, 81
ME 26, 31, 32
CE 20
Success is determined by the sum of all the small efforts, repeated day in and day out.
Chiedozie Eloka
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Physics (4A,4B,2A,2B)
ECE 71, CSCI 40, ECE 85, MATH 75
Excuses are never in short supply. You're the architect of your destiny, so use the resources you have to create the tomorrow you want. Success should find you working.
Physics Tutor, Mechanical Engineering Graduate, Civil Engineering Masters Student
Luke Fuller
Physics Tutor, Mechanical Engineering Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Physics 2A, 2B, 4A, 4B
Math 3, 5, 6, 75, 76, 77, 81
ME 115, 125, 136, 156
CE 20, 121
ECE 71, 91
You are smart, and you are way more valuable than your grades.
Spanish
Germán Cervantes L
Spanish Tutor, B.A in Spanish
M.A in Spanish Literature
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Span 1A, 1B, 2A, 3, 4A, 4B,
119,129,130,137,145,201,
Span for natives
Portuguese 1A & 1B
Seeking help in others is another step for success. We cannot do it all alone.
Statistics
Bree Delaney
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
PSYCH 42, 144
PSYCH 61, 63, 66, 155, 156, 172, 128, 136, 182
MATH 45, KINES 33, 172
You hold the power to make yourself better everyday. Consistency is your best friend.
Statistics Tutor, Psychology Major,
Writing
Brooklyn Haley
Writing Tutor, English Education Major
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Any course that requires writing
Organization and time management are supremely important in terms of your success both as a student and in life in general.
Madison Paratore
Writing Tutor, Psychology Major
Career Goal: Counseling
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Any courses that require writing
N/A
Do not hesitate to ask for help. There are plenty of resources on campus that are at your disposal. Take advantage of them before it’s too late.
Ernie Reyes
Writing Tutor, English B.A.
Creative Writing M.F.A. Program
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Any course that requires writing
N/A
“I say never be complete. I say stop being perfect. I say… let’s evolve. Let the chips fall where they may.”
Mel Lopez
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Any courses requiring writing
CSDS 91, 92, 93, 94, 98, 106, 136, 137, 139, 168, 169, 170
ANTH 116w
Math 11
"Creativity is intelligence having fun." -- Albert Einstein. I believe creativity is freedom and can create a healthier education environment. Come and learn with me :)
Writing Tutor
Interpreting/Deaf Studies Major
Career Goal: Interpreter and Teacher
Uses they/them pronouns
Morrie Pivovaroff
About
STRENGTHS
Primary Course(s)
Secondary Course(s)
Word of Advice to Students
Any Course That Requires Writing
NA
“ This too shall pass.” Work hard and succeed, but in each moment appreciate where you are, for that moment may never come again.
Writing Tutor, English Literature Major
Graduate Interns
Welcome!
Hopefully you recognize familiar faces who are on our tutoring staff this semester. We hope to see you frequently.