The Learning Commons

Want to succeed in college, but don't know how?

Take this class to get started in the right direction:

AAA 050 (Semester Survival)
Gives both first-time and returning students the opportunity to learn and adopt proven methods that lead to success in college. Students will be introduced to a variety of skills critical to success, such as short- and long-term educational goal-setting and career planning, effective communication and time management, critical and creative thinking, motivation, note-taking, efficient text book reading, and other study techniques needed for academic success. AAA 050 is taught as a hybrid using both class time and Internet study.

Offered every semester. Check the current schedule for times and dates.

The College Prep Zone will be open for both in-person and virtual tutoring services, during the upcoming semester. We remain committed to providing high-quality academic support to students and instructors throughout the semester. The safety of our students and employees remains as our highest priority. Accordingly, please review the following information regarding the College Prep Zone and the available tutoring services for the semester:

Tutoring services will be available in two formats:

1. In-person walk-in tutoring with an RRCC tutor (Lakewood campus only).
   • Students can drop in and meet with a tutor at any time during normal hours of operation (listed below)
   • The College Prep Zone is located in the Learning Commons, just across from the Library
2. Zoom math tutoring by appointment with CPZ tutor (Click Here to access those directions)
3. Online, 24/7, through TutorMe (Click Here to access those directions

In-Person Walk-in Tutoring

Students can visit the College Prep Zone at any time during normal hours of operation (listed below) to meet with an RRCC tutor--no appointment necessary!

Please call the Learning Commons at (303) 914-6705 regarding the specific days, times, and start dates for tutoring.

• View our current tutoring schedules for days, times and delivery methods:
  • Labs
  • Subjects
• Walk-In (in-person) tutoring available for subjects such as:
  • Accounting
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • ESL (English as a Second Language) 
  • Geography/GIS
  • Geology
  • Japanese
  • Math
  • Physics
  • Programming
• Writing Center (Click Here to access those services)
• Communications Lab (Click Here to view those services)
• EGT Lab - Engineering Graphics Technology (Click Here to view those services)
• VAMA Lab - Visual, Audio & Media Arts (Click Here to view those services)
• Limited WebEx/Zoom tutoring, appointments can be made via Navigate (see instructions below)
• College Prep Zone math & writing (MAT 0240, 0250, 0260, 0300, 1140, ENG 0092 and ENG 0094)
• Online, Drop-In Tutoring, with an RRCC tutor, for certain courses (please contact your instructor/department for course-specific information and how to access)
• 24/7 Online tutoring through TutorMe (Click Here to access those directions)

RRCC Tutoring department remains committed to supporting students with their coursework and academic pursuits. Tutoring services will be available to RRCC students in multiple formats:

Walk-In Tutoring:

Students will be able to walk-in and meet with a tutor in the College Prep Zone (MAT 0240, 0250, 0260, 0300, 1140, ENG 0092 and ENG 0094), the Math Lab, Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, ESL (English as a Second Language), Geography/GIS, Geology, Japanese, Physics, Programming and other subjects that are yet to be determined.

Writing Center:

Writing tutoring is available in various in-person and online formats.  Click Here to get started.

Communications Lab:

Tutoring will be offered Face-to-Face on the Lakewood Campus and Virtually using WebEx/Zoom [accessed by Clicking Here, takes you to the Comm Lab page].

WebEx/Zoom Appointment Tutoring:

Appointment-based tutoring with RRCC tutors offered for certain courses on a very limited basis.  Appointments can be made through the Navigate student portal.  To make a Navigate appointment:

1. Login to The Rock  student portal.
2. Select the “Navigate” icon under “Student Tools”
3. Select “Appointments” in the left-hand column
4. Click on “Meet With A Staff Member”
5. Select “Tutoring and Academic Support” in the "Department" drop-down list
6. Select the "Subject" that you are seeking tutoring assistance for in the "Service" drop-down list (Communication Lab, Math and Physics)
7. Select an "Appointment day" in the "Pick a Date" drop-down list
8. Select an "Appointment time" from the times listed under the subject you selected
9. Students will receive an appointment confirmation as well as a day-of reminder email containing the link to their virtual session.

*Click here if you prefer a set of instructions containing visual aids on how to make a Navigate appointment.

*If you need to cancel your tutoring appointment for any reason, please do so, in advance, using the Navigate student portal through which you originally scheduled your session. Students with repeated “no-shows” and who fail to provide advance cancellation notice may lose access to virtual tutoring services.

Online, Drop-In Tutoring:

Online, Drop-In tutoring with RRCC tutors may be offered on a limited basis.  Information on how to access it will be available from the department, your instructor/professor, or Learning Commons Staff (Email:  LearningCommons@rrcc.edu; Phone Number: (303) 914-6705).

24/7 Online Tutoring (TutorMe):

RRCC is now offering 24/7 online tutoring, through TutorMe. Students can work with a live tutor and receive help with homework assignments and other coursework, in a variety of academic subjects. This service allows students to meet with a qualified tutor using audio/video conferencing, text chat, screen sharing, document upload, and a shared whiteboard space. Students can also review recordings of their sessions, afterwards, in order to assist with their learning process. Click Here for instructions to get started.

Tutoring at the Arvada Campus:

Please click here for information about tutoring services at the Arvada Campus Learning Commons.

* If you have any questions, please contact us at (303) 914-6705 and we will be in touch within 24 hours.

Red Rocks Community College has created a special place where students in College-Prep classes can get free tutoring for the following courses:

English:

• ENG-0092
• ENG-0094
• The Learning Collaborative

Math:

• MAT-0240
• MAT-0250
• MAT-0260
• MAT-0300
• MAT-1140
• The Learning Collaborative

Our Mission

Our mission in the College Prep Zone is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment in which students can receive help with improving their basic math and English abilities. CPZ tutors help students to gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to succeed in their college courses. We support students through a variety of services including tutoring, group study sessions, test preparation, study skills, and much more. At the CPZ, we believe that every student has the intelligence, ability, and desire to be successful. Accordingly, we strive to create a welcoming, respectful, and collaborative learning community, where all levels of learners can grow, succeed, and achieve their goals.

Location

The College Prep Zone is located in the Learning Commons, on the second floor, just across from the library.

Hours

Math Tutoring 

Fall/Spring

• Monday thru Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Summer

• Monday thru Thursday:  9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

English Tutoring:

• Monday/Wednesday:
  • 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday/Thursday: 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The College Prep Zone is CLOSED on Saturdays and Sundays.

Services (Tutoring, Test Preparation, and Study Skills)

The College Prep Zone tutoring is FREE for RRCC students! 

Tutoring :

Tutors are always available in the CPZ to help students with assignments for their math & English courses.

The ESL/Foreign Language Lab contains resources for English as a Second Language Students and Foreign Language Students.

The ESL/Foreign Language Lab (room 2244) offers many resources such as tutoring in English as a Second Language (ESL) and other languages.  Additional language tutoring may be available online through TutorMe (Click Here to access those directions).

Please see above for Labs and Subjects links to view our current ESL and Foreign Language Tutoring Schedule.

What is the Learning Commons?

The Learning Commons is welcoming and inclusive space where students can meet with a tutor, study on their own or with a group, and access computers, printers and software.

Will there be tutoring this semester?

Yes! In fact, tutoring will be available for multiple subjects and in various formats.  For information regarding current tutoring options, please visit our tutoring homepage.

What types of tutoring are available?

Tutoring is available in a variety of formats.

• Virtual & In-person options
• Walk-in & by-appointment options
• Online 24/7 through TutorMe/D2L

What happens if I need tutoring in a specialized subject?

• RRCC offers tutoring in a variety of specialized subjects.  See our tutoring homepage for current offerings.
• TutorMe is an additional option for tutoring in some specialized subjects.  Complete details of how to access TutorMe can be found here.
• Please call the Learning Commons at (303) 914-6705 for any additional questions.

When does tutoring start?

Tutoring typically begins the first or second week of classes, but varies depending on the lab or subject.  Please call the Learning Commons at (303) 914-6705 for specific start dates and times.

If you have any questions, please contact us at (303) 914-6705 and we will be in touch within 24 hours.

The Learning Collaborative offers free basic math and English classes to prepare you for success in college level courses. 

The RRCC Learning Commons & Tutoring department recognize that racial inequities exist in our society and are detrimental to us all and must be eliminated. We embrace the antiracist philosophy that all racial groups are equal in all of their apparent differences, and we support antiracist policies and practices that produce and sustain racial equity.

View our current schedule here.

Do you want to build additional skills in math, reading, or writing to prepare to succeed in college level Math or English classes?

The Learning Collaborative is a NO-COST solution!

Please visit The Learning Collaborative Registration Form here

Enroll or co-enroll in a NO-COST non-credit course in math or English to receive over 80 hours of remote instruction and additional tutoring to help fill the gaps in your knowledge and prepare you for success in college!

Successful completion prepares you to succeed in courses such as MAT-0250, MAT-0300, MAT-1140, ENG-0092, or ENG-0094.

What is TRiO SSS?

RRCC TRiO Student Support Services (SSS) is a supportive academic community working together towards student success.  SSS provides participants with opportunities for academic development, support with college requirements, and motivation toward successful completion of their educational goals. SSS helps students who are first-generation, low-income and/or have documented disabilities. Student success is our top priority.

Our Mission

RRCC TRiO Student Support Services breaks down barriers to education and empowers our participants to be successful in navigating the systems of higher education. We do this by providing comprehensive support services, utilizing an intentional, strengths-based approach with our participants and by providing them with tools and support to develop skills in resilience and self-advocacy.

Services Offered:

• Comprehensive Course Selection and Planning 
• Individualized tutoring services
• Financial literacy education and scholarship searches
• Financial aid completion assistance  
• Transfer assistance and College tours to 4-year institutions
• Personal and academic support workshops and information sessions
• Cultural and Community events

SUMMER 2023 Calendar of Events -  Coming Soon!
You will receive a link to RSVP each week for upcoming events. 
Some events are Drop-In and no RSVP is required for those.

TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program Application:

TRiO Application - direct link or complete URL 

https://rrcc-sss-pub.studentaccess.com/appform/default.aspx?guid=ea280f02-5c90-45a3-bac5-0cd50baa1e7d

Program Requirements and Eligibility
Students are required to be:

• accepted and enrolled at Red Rocks Community College, and 
• a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident of the United States

Students may be eligible for the TRIO SSS program under one or a combination of the three following eligibility requirements:

• First-generation college students (neither parent has a 4-year college degree) 
• Low-income college students as outlined by the Department of Education criteria
• Documented disability verified through the Red Rocks Community College Accessibility Service office.

Program Expectations

• Attend 3 meetings per semester during Fall/Spring terms with your SSS Navigator.  Meet 1 time with Navigator during the summer term.
• Attend 2 TRIO sponsored group meetings or workshops (Fall/Spring)
• Participate in TRIO SSS Tutoring

Join TRIO SSS

1. Apply, with the link listed above.

2. Call 303.914.6764 or contact us via email at rrcc.triosss@rrcc.edu 

3. Feel free to stop by the TRIO Center on the 2nd Floor, Office 2272
(located near the Library and Learning Commons)

Where to Find Us:

Lakewood Campus, 2nd Floor
Located in Learning Commons Room 2272 (near the Library)

Hours of Operation: 
INTERIM Hours (May 11th - May 26th)
Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 

Tutoring  FREE, Drop-In, Individualized tutoring! 
For TRIO SSS Participants
Summer 2023 -

Monday: Math 1:00pm - 5:00pm Thru June 26th. Hours will vary after that date.

Wednesday: Math 1:00pm - 5:00pm Thru June 26th. Hours will vary after that date.

Please check back for additional days and times. 

Current Students can view the current tutor schedule on their TRIO SSS Course announcements page in D2L.

Phone: 303.914.6764

Staff:

Gina Jimenez, M.A. - Director
gina.jimenez@rrcc.edu 

Christine Braun, Ph.D. - Navigator
christine.braun@rrcc.edu

Yajanetsy Ruano-Ortega, M.Ed - Navigator
yajanetsy.ruano@rrcc.edu 

Agnes Hipwell - Office Specialist
agnes.hipwell@rrcc.edu

The contents of TRIO Student Support Services materials were developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.   

U.S. Department of Education GEPA Guidelines 
All applicants and the public at large will be informed through these recruitment materials that Red Rocks Community College TRIO Student Support Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, national origin, gender, or disability. This project is 100% federally funded.

Located in room 2272, TRiO provides services to participants that will guide and assist in completing their academic goals.