The Academic Success Center (ASC) is a place where every student feels seen, supported, and equipped to reach their full potential – academically and beyond. We offer free tutoring to all RCTC and Winona State University-Rochester students, helping them develop the skills and confidence necessary to succeed in their coursework and achieve their goals.
We are conveniently located within the Goddard Library. Come visit us. We provide:
- In person or online
- Drop in or by appointment
- Individual or small group
- Clarifying assignments
- Discussing ideas
- Understanding concepts
- Exam prep
- Organization
- Time management
- Test taking strategies
Academic Success Center Tutoring Subjects
Additional Tutoring Options
RCTC Academic Success Center Leadership
The ASC is coordinated by administration and faculty members:
Dean of Academic Services, Support, and Innovation
Jennifer Hewerdine, Ph.D. • GL219 • 507-280-5081 • jennifer.hewerdine@rctc.edu
Math and Science Coordinator
Amanda Swintek • M2401Q • 507-280-7238 • amanda.swintek@rctc.edu
Writing Coordinator
Jena Christianson • M1401A • 507-285-7444 • jena.christianson@rctc.edu
Academic Success Center Contact Information
Academic Success Center
GL235 BOX 45
851 30th Avenue Southeast
Rochester, Minnesota 55904-4999
507-285-7182
AcademicSuccessCenter@RCTC.edu
Academic Success Center Tutoring Subjects
Our Business tutor can help with Accounting and Economics too.
Drop In Tutoring
Come to the Academic Success Center during the hours below. Look for the Business tutor table. They will assist students on a first come, first serve basis.
Fall 2025 Hours
Monday: 12pm – 2pm
Tuesday: 11am – 1pm
Wednesday: 12pm – 2pm
Location: Goddard Library – room GL235
Tutoring Appointments
You can choose to meet in person or online.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see a response in your inbox, please check your junk or clutter mailbox. For online tutoring, this email will contain the Zoom link needed to join the meeting.
For any other inquiries, please email daniel.lee@rctc.edu
Our Computer Science tutors can assist with all phases of software development from design to coding to debugging to testing.
Drop In Tutoring
Come to the Academic Success Center at a time that is convenient to you. We have space for individual or small group study. Tutors are on hand to assist you on a first come, first serve basis.
Fall 2025 Hours
Monday: 10am – 6pm
Tuesday – Friday: 9am – 4pm
Location: Goddard Library – room GL235
Tutoring Appointments
You can choose to meet in person or online.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see a response in your inbox, please check your junk or clutter mailbox. For online tutoring, this email will contain the Zoom link needed to join the meeting.
For any other inquiries, please email us at ASCMath@rctc.edu
In your email, please include the following information: StarID, course name, instructor name, and your question. If possible, attach a screenshot of the question and your work. If your question is about a coding or configuration issue, please provide a zip file of your code or a link to Github.
Our Math tutors are specialists in the RCTC curriculum. They are trained to not just give you answers but to focus on helping you understand concepts.
Drop In Tutoring
Come to the Academic Success Center at a time that is convenient to you. We have space for individual or small group study. Tutors are on hand to assist you on a first come, first serve basis.
Fall 2025 Hours
Monday – Wednesday: 8am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday: 8am – 4:30pm
Location: Goddard Library – room GL235
Tutoring Appointments
You can choose to meet in person or online.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see a response in your inbox, please check your junk or clutter mailbox. For online tutoring, this email will contain the Zoom link needed to join the meeting.
For any other inquiries, please email us at ASCMath@rctc.edu
In your email, please include the following information: StarID, course name, instructor name, and your question. If possible, attach a screenshot of the question and your work.
Our Science tutors are subject-matter experts who are ready to connect with you, support your understanding of key concepts, and help you become an independent learner.
Drop In Tutoring
Come to the Academic Success Center at a time that is convenient to you. We have space for individual or small group study. Tutors are on hand to assist you on a first come, first serve basis.
Fall 2025 Hours
Monday – Wednesday: 8am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday: 8am – 4:30pm
Location: Goddard Library – room GL235
Tutoring Appointments
You can choose to meet with a tutor individually or in a small group, either in person or online.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see a response in your inbox, please check your junk or clutter mailbox. For online tutoring, this email will contain the Zoom link needed to join the meeting.
For any other inquiries, please email us at ASCScience@rctc.edu
In your email, please include the following information: StarID, course name, instructor name, and your question.
Our writing tutors can help you understand assignments, brainstorm, outline, organize, develop, research, revise, cite, and use resources. Please bring the assignment sheet and any prewriting notes or draft (if you have one), and come prepared to collaborate.
Drop In Tutoring
Come to the Writing Center. Sign in on the computer and take a seat at a table. When you have a question, put the red cup on top of the green cup.
Fall 2025 Hours
Monday – Wednesday: 8am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday: 8am – 4:30pm
Location: Goddard Library – room GL208
Tutoring Appointments
You can choose to meet in person or online.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see a response in your inbox, please check your junk or clutter mailbox. For online tutoring, this email will contain the Zoom link needed to join the meeting.
For any other inquiries, please email us at ASCWriting@rctc.edu
Additional Tutoring Options
Our Microsoft Application tutors can help you with any of the Microsoft Office Applications This is especially useful for students taking the Administrative Office Professional (AOP) courses.
Drop In Tutoring
Come to the Academic Success Center at a time that is convenient to you. We have space for individual or small group study. Tutors are on hand to assist you on a first come, first serve basis.
Fall 2025 Hours
Monday – Wednesday: 9am – 6pm
Thursday – Friday: 8am – 4:30pm
Location: Goddard Library – room GL235
Tutoring Appointments
You can choose to meet in person or online.
You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not see a response in your inbox, please check your junk or clutter mailbox. For online tutoring, this email will contain the Zoom link needed to join the meeting.
For any other inquiries, please email us at ASCmath@rctc.edu
In your email, please include the following information: StarID, course name, instructor name, and your question. If possible, attach a screenshot of the question and your work.
In addition to the Academic Success Center, RCTC has contracted with Tutor.com to provide 24/7 online access to a tutor. You may find this useful when you have a question outside of the ASC tutoring hours (evenings or weekends). Also, Tutor.com has tutors for more subjects than the ASC covers. Use this guide to determine if Tutor.Com has tutors for your course.
All students receive 15 hours of free Tutor.com services per year. If you use all of your hours, you may request more by emailing jennifer.hewerdine@rctc.edu, Dean of Academic Services, Support, and Innovation.
How to Access Tutor.Com
You must access Tutor.com from your D2L BrightSpace account.
- From the D2l Brightspace home page, the Tutor.Com link is at the bottom under ‘Learning Resources’.
- From any D2L Brightspace course page, the Tutor.com link is under the ‘Resources’ menu at the top of the page.
Tutor.Com Services
Within Tutor.com, you can choose to:
- Connect with a Tutor Now
The system will connect you with the first available tutor for your subject.
- Schedule a Session
Select the date and time you would like to meet with a tutor.
- Drop off Your Work for a Writing Review
After submitting an essay draft, find your feedback, guaranteed within 12 hours, in your RCTC email. The Writing tutors will happily show you how if you need a tutorial.