By Katauna Loeuy The AIM Open Space program at Whatcom Community College provides a drop-in facility for students to connect with one-on-one mentoring or assistance for any aspect of the college experience, including academic help and personal well-being. Sara Purington, one of three AIM coaches and a Title III Student…
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Tutors at math, writing centers ready to help
By Katauna Loeuy Whatcom Community College offers learning centers, one for writing and one for math, to students in need of academic assistance. “I make sure that getting access to academic support is as seamless a possible and that the support is high quality,” said Jason Babcock, director of the…
Financial aid assistance at many levels
By Elisa Espinoza One of the main concerns when it comes to college is money. Paying for tuition, rent, books and food are only some of the things students have to worry about, therefore financial aid and scholarships become crucial for many. Obtaining support from college advisers, staff, and programs…