Westchester Community College, State University of New York

Learning Commons

About Us

The Yonkers Learning Commons is a welcoming, multi-use space including a growing library collection, tutoring, 12 computers for studying/homework plus a printer, study resources, student handouts, student supplies, charging stations, and a private group study room. Take advantage of the convenience of a place within the same building that you study, designed for students and faculty. Visit us before or after class, by yourself or with members of your class. Consider working on your papers and printing them on our printer. Choose a book to read from our collection related to your major or for recreational reading. Pick up a handout about note taking, writing citations, or grammar.

Visit us often and let us know your needs. The Yonkers Learning Commons is here to help you to succeed!

TUTORING

Fall Tutoring Schedule

English/Writing/Reading/ESL/MLA/APA/Research

• Monday – Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Math/Algebra/Quantitative Reasoning

• Monday and Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Statistics

• Tuesday and Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Services:

• Circulating collection of library books and magazines connected to course offerings.
• Reserve collection of textbooks and reference books.
• Free in-person tutoring in English, Reading, Writing, ESL, MLA, APA, and Research.
• Free in-person tutoring in Math, Algebra, Quantitative Reasoning, Statistics, and Precalculus.
• Help with Brightspace, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
• Workshops and special events on research, citations, and more.

Resources

• Student handouts for research, citations, study skills, and grammar.
• Student supplies such as pencils, scrap paper, highlighters, paper clips, stapler, 3-hole punch, and tape.
• 12 personal computers for study, homework, and printing.
• 6 open booths and tables with charging stations.
• 7 study tables for partners and groups.
• 4 private booths for studying on laptop, tablet, or phone.
• Group study room by reservation for up to 6 students.
• Games for relaxation such as Uno and Taboo.

SUNY Westchester Resources

See the list of SUNY Westchester Resources Offered

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES

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Testimonials

“The Yonkers Learning Commons has helped me have a space where I can work quietly. It has given me a studious environment where I feel welcomed and supported.” AC

“The Learning Commons has provided me with an exceptional studying environment. As a student I am able to focus and feel comfortable in a calm setting. This allows me to have a space where I can get my work done efficiently with no distractions. I am truly grateful for the learning commons.” EB