The Learning Center at Marymount College is an exceptional resource that enhances the educational experience of our students through individualized learning assistance. This academic support department, responsible to the Associate Provost of Academic Affairs, is staffed by a Director and faculty/staff members who are experienced and knowledgeable. The professional staff is augmented by qualified student staff members who are committed to helping their peers. The Learning Center’s programs and services include:
Tutoring – peer and faculty tutoring available on a first come, first served basis
- In the Learning Center and The Commons on the Main Campus
- In the LC Tutoring Nook at the Waterfront Campus
Study skills mastery
- Individual study skills assessment – Learning and Study Skills Inventory (LASSI)
- Study Skills Handouts – available in hard copy and online
- Peer Partner Program – a peer mentoring program open to all students
- Study Group Start Up Kit
Support services for students with disabilities
- Evaluation of documentation
- Reasonable accommodations
- Assistive technology
- Student advocacy and grievance process
Fee-based programs for consistent support by learning specialists or faculty tutors
- Mariner Academic Assistance Program (MAAP)
- Mariner Academic Strategies & Techniques (MAST) Program
Space for individual and collaborative study
- Learning Center – C218 on the Main Campus
- The MAST Program room – C213 on the Main Campus
- The Commons – Francoise O’Hare Building on the Main Campus
The Learning Center serves students of all levels, developmental through honors, including those with disabilities. Tutoring for both lower and upper division courses is available. We are committed to providing a comfortable learning environment which fosters respect and the belief that all students can succeed. The Learning Center maintains a site on the University’s Learning Management System (my.marymount) where students can access useful information “24/7.” The Learning Center is an integral part of the Mission and Goals of Marymount College. Goals of the Learning Center include:
- Improving student learning efficiency
- Enhancing accessibility to the curriculum
- Increasing student confidence
- Fostering independent learning
Marymount is committed to making all programs and services accessible to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Marymount prohibits any discrimination on the basis of disability. This applies to any aspect of the University’s operation including, but not limited to, admissions, academic requirements, financial aid, housing, or any other school-administered program or service.
Questions or concerns regarding accessibility to any facility, program, or service please contact:
Ruth Proctor
Coordinator, Disability Resources and ADA/504 Coordinator
Marymount College
Cecilia Hall 218
30800 Palos Verdes Drive East
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
310-377-5507 ext. 7367
rproctor@marymountpv.edu
Marymount has a process for addressing issues regarding the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the ADA. For further information please contact the ADA/504 Coordinator. Individuals are encouraged to attempt to resolve grievances using the University process. However, individuals have the right to file any grievance directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR).
