The Student Academic Support Specialist team is your go-to hub for all things learning. We're not just about crunching numbers or perfecting prose. We're here to support you in whatever academic quest you're on. Drop by for a quick question, schedule a private session, or just come chat about your interests and aspirations. Our doors are always open and our minds are always ready – visit us at the Student Success Hub!

Academic Support Sessions

Sign up for one-on-one academic support with Leslie, the Student Support Specialist in English, or Evelyn, the Student Support Specialist in Quantitative Reasoning, or stop by during drop-in hours for quick questions and individualized help. Both options offer personalized assistance tailored to your academic needs–let us help you succeed!

We can help you with:

  • Calculus  
  • Linear Algebra 
  • Data Science 
  • Statistics 
  • Problem Sets
  • Python
  • Pandas
  • Proofs
  • Research Papers
  • Citations & Formatting
  • Presentation Design
  • Public Speaking
  • Language Proficiency
  • Any Essay, Any Topic
  • Projects
  • Study Skills
  • Test Prep
  • And more!

Language and Academic Writing Support

Sign up for a one-on-one session:

English

Swing by the Student Success Hub for a drop-in session:
T, Th 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Quantitative Reasoning and Mathematics Support

Sign up for a one-on-one session:

Math

Swing by the Student Success Hub for a drop-in session:
M, W, F 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Meet the Student Support Specialists

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Leslie Ji

Student Support Academic Specialist in Academic Writing and English Language Proficiency

Leslie is passionate about empowering students to find their voice through the vehicle of language, instilling a spirit of confidence with effective communication skills that help them excel academically and in their future careers. Her six-year background in public education and targeted tutoring services enables her to design personalized learning approaches that build student proficiency. Leslie holds B.A. degrees in theatre and dance from UC San Diego and a single subject teaching credential from San Jose State.

Evelyn Binoya

Evelyn Binoya

Student Support Specialist in Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning

Evelyn earned her B.S. in mathematics and B.A. in art history from Stanford University, where she conducted research alongside the archaeology and material science departments, regularly leveraging data science techniques. She has previously worked at various museums and collections, including the DeYoung Museum and the Smithsonian Institution, where she conducted scientific analyses of various artifacts. With six years of mathematics tutoring experience and a deep passion for teaching and learning, Evelyn is committed to helping students achieve their academic goals while sharing her enthusiasm for mathematics.