Located in Atrium THIRD FLOOR.
Phone: (507) 285-7182
Learning Center Closed during November Holidays
The Learning Center will be closed during RCTC holidays:
Monday – November 12 (Veterans Day)
Thursday and Friday November 22 and 23 (Thanksgiving)
Fall 2018 Hours
The Learning Center is open 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday – Thursday and 8:00 am – 4:30 pm on Friday.
However, tutor availability for the different subject areas vary. Check the table below to assure that a tutor will be available for your subject.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Science | 8:00 am - 8:00 pm | 8:00 am - 8:00 pm | 8:00 am - 8:00 pm | 8:00 am - 8:00 pm | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
| Math | 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
| Computer Applications | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm | 10:30 am - 7:00 pm | 10:30 am - 7:00 pm | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
| Writing - Appointments | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | 9:30 am - 4:00 pm | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | 9:30 am - 1:30 pm | 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Writing - Drop Ins | 9:30 am - 7:00 pm | 8:00 am - 6:00 pm | 9:30 am - 7:00 pm | 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | 10:30 am - 4:30 pm |
Our tutoring program has been internationally certified 
by the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). Certification means that the Learning Center meets internationally accepted standards for tutor selection, tutor training, and tutor evaluation, as well as for overall program management and evaluation.
The Learning Center (LC) provides students in many disciplines with a variety of support to promote academic success and personal and professional achievement.
Since its inception, the goal has been active and collaborative learning that leads all participants — students and tutors — to improve as critical thinkers. The LC promotes student-centered activities and services that develop appreciation and respect for diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
The LC exists in partnership with other student support organizations on the RCTC campus to expand opportunities for students to grow and develop as learners. The LC also believes in strong partnerships with faculty members and course work in the various disciplines.
Learning Center AT306
Learning Center AT309
Literacy Center AT308
The Learning Center is coordinated by faculty members:
Dan Froelich — Math Coordinator
Jaime Tjossem — Science Coordinator
Nikka Vrieze — English Coordinator
CONTACT INFORMATION
Learning Center
AT306 BOX 45
851 30th Avenue Southeast
Rochester, Minnesota 55904-4999
Phone: (507) 285-7182