Math, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA)
MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) at LACC is a community for new and continuing STEM students. The program offers STEM Tutoring, Counseling, Transfer Support, Career Exploration in the STEM pathway, and access to STEM internships and research opportunities.
MESA Program goals are the following:
- Increase the number and percentage of underrepresented and/or low-income students attaining certificates and degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM);
- Increase the number and percentage of underrepresented and/or low income students who complete a certificate and/or degree in STEM within two years; and
- Increase the number and percentage of underrepresented and/or low-income students transferring to baccalaureate programs in STEM.
Events
MESA Finals Cram Jams
Tuesday - May 28, 2024
Wednesday - May 29, 2024
MESA LACC - Life Science 206
12 - 7 pm
MESA STEM Transfer & Year End Celebration
Thursday - May 9, 2024
Student Union, 3rd Floor
5 -7 pm
Dare Mighty Things: Insight from a Jet Propulsion Lab Tour
Tuesday - April 30, 2024
MESA LACC - Life Sciences 206
2:30-3:30 PM
Benefits of the MESA Program
- Academic Excellence Workshops
- STEM Mentorship
- STEM Scholarships & Internships
- STEM Tutoring
- STEM Clubs & Organizations (SHPE & Chemistry Club)
- STEM Counseling
- 4-Year University STEM Transfer Support
- STEM Leadership Workshops
- A chill place to vibe out with other STEM students!
MESA Eligibility
The MESA Program is open to the following majors: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, Math, Physics, and Pre-Med.
Students must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Demonstrated financial need
- Pursuing a calculus-based STEM transfer major
- Intent to transfer to 4-year university
- First-generation college student
If you're interested in participating in the MESA LACC program, please complete this participant form.
Tutoring Schedule - Spring 2024
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday |
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| Chemistry 10:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Chemistry 10:30 am - 2:30 pm |
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| Math & Chemistry 11 am - 6 pm |
Math & Chemistry 11 am - 6 pm |
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| Math 4 pm - 7 pm |
Math 4 pm - 7 pm |
MESA Textbook Lending Library
MESA LACC offers STEM textbooks for loan through our Textbook Lending Library. Stop by the MESA Center for more information.
Meet Your MESA Success Team
MESA Director
B.A. UC Santa Cruz
M.A. University of San Francisco
Greetings! I am a first generation Filipinx with BA degrees in Psychology & Education and an MA in Education, Organization and Leadership. I am a dedicated, student-centered educator with strong ties and connections to the city of Los Angeles. As an LA native, I am deeply honored to serve the students of LACC. You can find me snacking in my office (LACC MESA - Life Science 206), rushing to my next meeting , getting boba/tacos, or walking my dog :)
Email: calpitml@lacitycollege.edu
Phone: 323-953-4000 ext. 2196
Office: Life Sciences 206
MESA/STEM Counselor
Grace lives and grew up in Boyle Heights. You can come see her for financial aid, career, and academic counseling. When she is not at LACC you can find Grace foraging for mushrooms in the woods, thrifting, or trying to find ways to reduce her
use of single use plastics.
Email: santiag@lacitycollege.edu
Phone: 323-953-4000 ext. 1597
Office: Life Sciences 206