

Meet the Tutoring Center
Tutoring Center Director
Patricia Johnson is director of the Tutoring Center. A faculty member in the Department of Academic Development Services, she also teaches a 3-credit course entitled, Critical Thinking and Reading. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in education and a Master of Education degree in reading. She is currently enrolled in a doctoral degree program at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Johnson has tutored students from second grade through college. She is an avid skier, loves the outdoors and enjoys working with diverse groups of people.
Meet the Peer Tutors
Ryan Adams
My name is Ryan Adams and I am a sophomore here at California University of Pennsylvania. I am majoring in Meteorology with a minor in Mathematics. I tutor: Into to Climatology, Intro to Geology, Geography, and Calculus. I am available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5pm to 8pm, and also Wednesdays from 9am-11am. Just stop by 430 Manderino and schedule an appointment if you need any help.

Kaleigh Adkins
Hi, my name is Kaleigh Adkins. I am a junior at California University of Pennsylvania majoring in Athletic Training. I tutor Human Anatomy & Physiology II, Elementary French I, & Intro to Music. My hours are Tues & Thurs from 8am-11am and Wednesday from 9am-11am. If you need any help don't hesitate to make an appointment at Manderino 430!

Nancy Casciato
Hello, my name is Nancy Casciato. I'm a senior and psychology major at Cal U. I came here in the spring of 2011, after being out of school for several years. I plan on attending graduate school after I complete my undergraduate degree. So I know how challenging it can be to balance school, work, family, and friends. Sometimes you just need a little extra support. I tutor Descriptive and Inferential Statistics, General, Social, and Abnormal Psychology. Please stop by the Tutoring Center, I'm happy to help! My hours are: M-W-F 9am-11am and Tues 6-8.

Nikki Comito
I am Nikki Comito. I am a sophomore at Cal U. I am majoring in Philosophy and Creative Writing and my minors are Women's Studies and Psychology. I tutor: Logic & Language, Ancient Philosophy, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Mind, Ethics, and Intro to Women's Studies. I am available Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2-3 and again from 5-8. I am usually quick to respond to e-mails and I hang out on campus for many hours of the day, usually in the Library or Commuter Center.

Adrienne Day
My name is Adrienne Day and I am an Elementary/Special Education major. I am currently a senior and I am working on my final push toward student teaching. I enjoy working with individuals who are excited to learn and just need a little extra support. I believe that everyone can enjoy learning when the subject makes a connection to your life. My goal is to help you find that connection, even in your most daunting classes. I look forward to working together to meet your goals. My hours are M-W-F from 8-10 and T-R from 3:30-4:30.

Charles Gilliam-Brownlee
Hi, my name is Charles Gilliam-Brownlee and I am currently a Junior at California University of PA. I am a double major in Political Science and Sports Management. I am currently tutoring Political Science, Math, English Composition, Sports Management and a Variety of other Gen Eds. My career goals are to go to law school after I graduate from Cal U, become a sports agent or lawyer, and hopefully, run for office someday. My current work schedule is 1-2 M-W-F, Monday 3-4, Tues & Thurs 1-3. If you are having problems in any of these subjects, I will be happy to help you understand. I love challenges and I never give up until they're solved. Come see me, with any questions, and I will do my best to help you with the information.

Branden Gottfreid
My name is Branden Gottfreid. I am currently a junior studying Psychology here a Cal U. I tutor Inferential Statistics and Descriptive Statistics at the tutoring center. I enjoy school and enjoy helping other people, which is why I want to become a psychologist and open my own practice. For now, I’m just going to focus on my school work so that I can graduate and get into one of the masters programs available to me. I’m easy going so if you have any questions feel free to come and see me at the tutoring center. I would be more than happy to help you. My hours are: M-W-F 11-12 & 3-4, Thursday 10-12.

Tiffani Howell
Hi, my name is Tiffani Howell and I am a sophomore here at Cal U. My major is Secondary Education with the concentration in Mathematics. I tutor College Algebra, Trigonometry, and Statistics, and Technology for Mathematics. I am available Monday 11am-12pm & 2pm-4pm, Wednesday 11am-12pm & 2pm-4pm, and Friday 11am-1pm. Please feel free to come to the tutoring center for any assistance. I will be more than happy to help.

Bryanna Learn
Hi! My name is Bryanna Learn and I am currently a senior at Cal U, majoring in Biology. I currently run cross-country and track for Cal U. I love being outside and have five siblings—4 sisters and a brother. I tutor Biology, General Chemistry and General Physics courses and would be glad to help if you’re struggling with these subjects. Stop by to see me in Room 430 Manderino Library and I’ll be happy to help! My tutoring hours are MWF from 8:00am-9:00am & 2:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M., and Wednesday from 10-12.

Meghan Mace
Hi! My name is Meghan Mace and I am a senior in the grades 4-8 Mathematics Education program with a certification in Mathematics. I also have an Art minor. I am a Peer Mentor, a member of Future Math Teachers, and a member of Kappa Delta Pi. I am available Mondays and Wednesdays from 10-2 In the Reading Clinic, located in Noss 107. I can tutor Earth Science, Physical Science, and Elementary Topics I & II. If you need a little extra help in any of those classes, please do not hesitate to come see me!

Allysia Nunez
Hello. My name is Allysia Nunez. I am currently a junior here at Cal U, majoring in Secondary Education Biology. I am a Peer Mentor as well as the Biology Club President. I tutor Principles of Biology, Botany, Ecology and Zoology, General Physics 1, and Chemistry 1. I love science and would love to help you review notes, study for a test or even clarify information. Stop in Manderino 430-N to see me! My tutoring hours are MWF 1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M., Tuesday 6:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M. and Thursday 11:00 - 2:00.

Mariana Oliveira
Computer Engineering Technology
Hello! My name is Mariana Oliveira. I am a Computer Engineering Technology (CET) major. I presently tutor CSC Problem Solving and Program Construction, Intro to Microprocessor, Trigonometry, Discrete Structures, Digital Electronics Design, C Programming, College Algebra, Visual Basics, Creating Websites & Pages with HTML, and Object Oriented Programming. Feel free to stop by if you need any help with these courses. My tutoring hours are M (10-12 & 1-2) W (10-12 & 1-2) F (10-12).
Erika Peavy
My name is Erika Peavy. I am a senior in the Athletic Training program here at Cal U and plan on going to graduate school to become a physician assistant. I will be tutoring Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Kinesiology, and Intro to Cellular and Molecular Biology. My hours are Tuesday & Thursday 9-11 and 12-1 and Wednesday & Friday 8-9. I enjoy helping others so, stop in if you need any help.

Thamar Perry
Hello! My name is Thamar Perry. I am currently a senior at Cal U majoring in Athletic Training. I am a Peer Mentor and a member of the Athletic Training Club. I tutor Anatomy and Physiology I and II. My tutoring hours are Monday-Thursday from 9-11am. I would love to help you better understand the human body, so please come in to see me!

Melissa Rager
Hi! My name is Melissa Rager and I am a senior, majoring in Mathematics and Accounting. After graduation, I plan to attend graduate school for accounting. I am currently tutoring Calculus I-IV, Linear Algebra, Discrete Math, Geometry, Trigonometry, Business Statistics, Theory of Equations, Differential Equations, and Financial Accounting. My tutoring hours are Monday & Friday 10-11am, Wednesday 10-2, and Thursdays 3-5. Feel free to stop in for help.

Nicholas Sandulli
Hello! My name is Nicholas Sandulli and I am a senior at California University of PA. I am currently studying Seconday Education with a concentration in Biology. I am available to tutor in General Zoology, Principles, of Biology, Human Anatomy, and Genetics. My available hours are Monday & Wednesday 10-11am and 1-4pm. I am willing to help out in any of these classes as well as provide information dealing with the Education and Biology Departments.

Chelsey Saler
Hi my name is Chelsey Saler, and I'm a Junior here at Cal U. I am a Chemistry and Mathematics duel major. I am a secretary for the Society of Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh, an active member in the Cal U Chemistry Club, and also a member of Alpha Lambda Delta honor fraternity. Once I graduate from Cal U, I am hoping to become an analytical or inorganic chemist or teach math and chemistry. I tutor General Chemistry I & II, Inorganic Chemistry, Chemistry for the Everyday, Environmental, Calculus 1-4, College Algebra, Statistics 1 and Linear Algebra 1. My hours are MWF from 3-4pm, Tuesday 4-6pm, and Thursday 12-3pm.

Cody Santiago
Hi! My name is Cody Santiago and I'm a freshman, here at Cal U, majoring in Geographic Information Science. I graduated from Northeastern High School in York County. Currently, I tutor Geography and Spanish. My tutoring hours are MW 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M., and T/R 10:00 A.M. -12:00 P.M. If you are struggling with your classes or just have questions, don't hesitate to come in and I'll do my best to help you.

Cody Snyder
My tutoring information will be added soon.
Kaleigh Talbert
My name is Kaleigh Talbert. I'm a junior here at Cal U with a major in Pre-Professional Biology. I'm also working on minors in Chemistry and Anthropology. I'm involved in several clubs on campus and I'm also the Vice-President and Co-founder of the Cal U Games Club. I'm currently tutoring General Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, and Anthropology. If you have any questions at all ranging from cells to bones, feel free to stop in and ask! My hours are MWF 11-12 & 3-4 and Thursday 12-2.

Tutoring Schedule
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