Academic Support

The School of Natural and Social Sciences offers an assortment of valuable services for its students through the Office of Science Student Support Services.

Students are encouraged to visit this office (located in NS 3044) to obtain information and assistance with tutoring, mentoring, financial aid, or academic advising.

The Office of Science Student Support Services provides a friendly and welcoming environment—a place for students in the natural and social sciences to go to when they need help. This office offers tutoring and mentoring services to students and provides financial aid information and academic advising. Students are offered the assistance and guidance they need to help them succeed in their academic studies and achieve their career goals.

The Office of Science Student Support Services also partners with the Offices of Admissions and the Registrar, and works with the college’s Career Development Center to counsel students on graduate and medical school admissions and provide information on employment opportunities after graduation.

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Chelsea Keesler
Coordinator, Science Student Support Services
chelsea.keesler@purchase.edu
Tel. (914) 251-6648 | Fax (914) 251-6635
Natural Sciences Building, Room 3044

Einstein Corner

Einstein Corner provides students with free tutoring assistance in such areas as mathematics, chemistry, biology, psychology, and computer science. Tutors undergo a rigorous review and training process to ensure that they are qualified.

Tutors are available for virtual one-on-one sessions via Zoom and in-person sessions held in NS 3046. When you schedule an appointment with a tutor, please note whether the time slot you’ve signed up for is an in-person or remote slot.

Schedule an appointment.

While the Einstein Corner offers tutoring exclusively for math and science courses, free tutoring for other subjects is also available at the Learning Center.

Natural Sciences Student Leaders

The Sciences Leaders Club originated in the fall of 2006 and evolved from the peer mentoring program.

This group provides the opportunity to learn new skills, connect with peers, and learn the ins and outs of the Purchase community. Mentees are paired with a trained, academically strong, faculty recommended student leader who serves as a great source of information and support throughout the year. Mentors and mentees meet once a week, in addition to attending bi-monthly lunch workshops.

Here are some of the topics covered throughout the semester:

How to be a Savvy Student
Growth Mindset
Campus Resources
Resume, Cover Letter, and Personal Statement Writing
Defining Your Own Success
… and More!

Students interested in participating in the Science Leaders Club may contact the coordinator of Science Student Support Services.

Spring 2023 Tutoring Schedule

Peer tutoring for Natural & Social Science courses are offered during the Fall and Spring semesters. To schedule an appointment, visit the Einstein Corner service in Starfish .

Tutor	Subject(s)	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Maneera Duddu	General Chemistry II	3:00 - 6:00pm				12:30 - 3:30pm
Caroline Klemmer	Organic Chemistry II		7:30 - 8:30pm	7:30 - 8:30pm		12:30 - 2:30pm
Stephanie Weiss	Cell Biology		10:30am - 12:30pm			10:30am - 12:30pm
Mackenzie Sky	Developmental Biology				4:00 - 6:00pm
Hannah Kaebnick	Research Methods I & II	10:00am - 12:30pm		10:00am - 12:30pm	10:00am - 12:30pm
Madiha Aziz	Research Methods I & II	5:30 - 9:30pm	3:30 - 5:30pm	6:00 - 8:00pm
Sofia Rubin	Public Health, Sociology of Childhood, Child Development & Personal/Social Relationships		8:00am - 12:00pm
Samantha DeTurris	Wildlife Toxicology				12:30 - 3:30pm
Lavender Bloom	Calculus I			9:00am - 1:00pm

Einstein Corner Tutors

Hi, my name is Amelia, I’m a Biology major and Chemistry minor in my senior year. I will available for tutoring Cell Biology, General Biology, and General Chemistry. I love to learn but it isn’t easy for me; when I took these classes, I regularly utilized the Einstein Corner for support (and still do!). Sharing tips to remember information and helping other students made me realize that I want to pursue teaching science after graduation. On the side, I try to find balance with schoolwork by practicing yoga or working in my garden or hiking with my dog- anything that let’s me be outdoors exploring.
Hi! My name is Mackenzie. During the pandemic, I switched my major from dance to biology to pursue my passion for science and medicine. The Einstein Corner became a useful study tool for me as I was making this transition. Throughout my studies, I enjoy finding creative connections between the arts and natural sciences. In the long term, I hope to earn my MD/PhD and fulfill my dreams of becoming a physician-scientist. In my free time, I enjoy taking ballet classes, walking in nature, and meditating.
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am an Einstein Corner tutor for Psychology Research Methods 1. I am excited to help students understand the material in Research Methods because I know from experience it can be challenging at times, but also so rewarding and empowering! The great thing about Psychology, and specifically Research Methods classes, is that we can empirically study concepts that we see all around us to help make sense of our lives and the world we live in. On my own time, I enjoy cooking with other people, exploring and adventuring the outdoors, and spending time with my friends and family.

School of Natural and Social Sciences

Einstein Corner

Natural Sciences Student Leaders

Spring 2023 Tutoring Schedule

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