student success center

Student Success Center Workshops

You can find a variety of in-person or online workshops at the Student Success Center! We're here to help you improve your study skills, prepare for the TSIA, or get ready for subject-specific classes. Student Success Centers are located in the campus library.

Email SSCTutoring@sjcd.edu for any questions or for more information.

Workshops

Student Success Center workshops help students with:

  • Managing time
  • Taking notes effectively
  • Creating study groups
  • Building test-taking confidence
  • Reading strategies
  • Studying for exams effectively

Online workshops are available to San Jac students. Use your San Jac login to access StudentLingo.

StudentLingo Workshops

Join us for our online workshops during the Fall 2025 semester. Registration is required through individual session links.

Factoring

Learn the principles of factoring and application.
  • Monday, Aug. 25 at 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, Aug. 28 at 6 p.m.
  • Monday, Oct. 20 at 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. 

Study Tips for Science Majors

Learn tips for studying in science.
  • Wednesday, Sep. 3 at 10:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Sep. 3 at 3 p.m. 
  • Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 10:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 3 p.m.

The Pieces of Paper

Learn how to set up and create an essay.
  • Monday, Sep. 8 at 3 p.m.
  • Monday, Sep. 29 at 3 p.m.
  • Monday, Nov. 3 at 3 p.m.
  • Monday, Nov. 17 at 3 p.m. 

Learning in STEM

Learn study methods for STEM courses, useful terms for science & math, and understand STEM pedagogy.

Translate my Professor!

Learn about common academic terminology and essay revision remarks.
  • Monday, Sep. 29 at 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, Oct. 2 at 3 p.m.
  • Monday, Nov. 17 at 11 a.m.
  • Thursday, Nov. 20 at 3 p.m. 

Utilizing AI in Your Education

Learn to use AI to help you in your academic journey.
  • Tuesday, Sep. 2 at 9 a.m.
  • Tuesday, Sep. 2 at 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 9 a.m.
  • Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. 

Study Skills

Learn principles and methods of studying.
  • Tuesday, Sep. 9 at 11 a.m.
  • Friday, Sep. 19 at 3 p.m.
  • Friday, Oct. 31 at 12 p.m.
  • Saturday, Nov. 1 at 11 a.m. 

Note Taking Skills

Learn how to take efficient notes for writing and math.
  • Friday, Sep. 19 at 9 a.m.
  • Friday, Sep. 19 at 1 p.m.
  • Friday, Oct. 24 at 9 p.m.
  • Friday, Oct. 24th at 1 p.m.

Test Taking Tips

Learn tips to help you prepare for a test and strategies to employ to be successful.
  • Tuesday, Sep. 23 at 3 p.m.
  • Friday, Sep. 26 at 11 a.m.
  • Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m.
  • Friday, Nov. 7 at 11 a.m.

Critical Thinking

Learn to apply critical thought in literary analysis, problem-solving, and more.
  • Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 11 a.m.
  • Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 1 p.m.
  • Friday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m.
  • Saturday, Nov. 15 at 10 a.m. 

TSI Assessment online Prep Sessions - Spring 2026

You do not need to be a student at San Jac to attend! These sessions are FREE and open to the publicRegistration is required through the links below. 

Date Subject Time
Saturday, January 24 Math
Writing

10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Zoom
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. via Zoom

Saturday, February 7 Math
Writing
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Zoom
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. via Zoom
Saturday, February 28 Math
Writing
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Zoom
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. via Zoom
Saturday, March 21 Math
Writing
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Zoom
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. via Zoom
Saturday, April 11 Math
Writing

10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Zoom
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. via Zoom

Saturday, April 25 Math
Writing

10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. via Zoom
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. via Zoom

 

 

TSIA Prep

Ready to take your TSIA2 exam?

You've attended a prep session, now it's time to schedule your Texas Success Initiatives Assessment (TSIA2) exam. Learn more about the TSIA2 and how to schedule your exam at the campus of your choice.

Contact us

Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have about the Student Success Center! Got campus specific questions? Here's who to contact: 

North Campus: Erika Hernandez
South Campus: Diana Shokralla
Central Campus: Leticia Martinez
Generation Park: Erika Hernandez

Erika Hernandez
Director, Student Success Ctr
Phone
(281) 459-7680
Diana Shokralla
Director, Student Success Ctr
Phone
(281) 998-6150x3757
Leticia Martinez
Asst, Student Success Center
Phone
(281) 998-6150x7710