Dr. Gen Ramirez
gramirez@csulb.edu
(562) 985-8634 or 985-5350
When I became director of the Learning Assistance Center over 20 years ago, I found my dream job. This position has let me continue doing what I love—teach—while pursuing my major goal—student academic success—on both individual and institutional levels. Before assuming this position, I taught for several years in Chicano Latino Studies, directed the Student Affirmative Action Program for Latino students, and established our Supplemental Instruction program. All these experiences gave me valuable insights about how students learn, what types of challenges cause them difficulty, and how the LAC can partner with faculty in maximizing student learning.
Jennifer Luarca
Coordinator, Learning Skills
jbarber@csulb.edu
(562) 985-1873
I am the Associate Coordinator of the Learning Skills program and have been a part of the LAC since the fall of 2003, working in the ESL, Tutorial, and Learning Skills programs. I have my B.A. in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Spanish and my M.A. in Linguistics: Language and Culture, both from CSULB. I love my job and really enjoy having the opportunity to meet students and help them succeed in achieving their academic and personal goals.
Patrick Mulleavy
Associate Coordinator, Learning Skills
mulleavy@csulb.edu
(562) 985-5323
I received my B.A. and M.S. degrees in Biological Sciences from CSULB. The aspect of my job that I enjoy most is working with students one on one in the following Learning Skills areas: Time management and reading strategies for retention; study methods for all types of courses, especially for the Physical and Biological Sciences; Assessment of students’ learning styles (visual, auditory, or kinesthetic) to assist them in more effective study strategies for their exams.
Kathy Lenz
Coordinator, ESL Tutorial Services
klenz@csulb.edu
(562) 985-1618
I started my career in the Learning Assistance Center as a volunteer in the Conversation Lab in 1998, and helped created the ESL Specialist Program in 2000. I have a Bachelor's degree in International Business from CSULB and a Master's degree in Linguistics - Teaching English as a Second Language from CSULB.
Jessica Mathers
Associate Coordinator, ESL Tutorial Services
(562) 985-7424
I began working for the Learning Assistance Center as an ESL Specialist and am now happy to be the Associate Coordinator of ESL Tutorial Services. I love English grammar and composition, learning and teaching, and watching our students overcome obstacles and achieve academic success. I received both my B.A. and M.A. in English from CSULB.
Vanessa Najpauer
Coordinator, Tutoring
vnajpaue@csulb.edu
(562) 985-5627
Vanessa has worked in the Learning Assistance Center since 2005 where she works to match students’ tutoring needs with tutors. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from UCLA and a Master’s degree in Sport Management from CSULB.
Joann Bae
Associate Coordinator, Tutoring
jbae@csulb.edu
(562) 985-2251
Joann has worked in the Learning Assistance Center since 2006, where she coordinates the drop-in tutoring program. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and a Master's degree in Criminal Justice from CSULB.
Erik Jahner
Coordinator, Supplemental Instruction
ejahner@csulb.edu
(562) 985-8635
My area of research is in the applications of neuroscience to instructional methodology. My B.A. in Linguistics and my current M.A. in Linguistics have acted as tools to guide me in a research driven critical approach to university instruction. I pay particular attention to the development of conceptual structure, metacognitive awareness, and motivation in university students. I am gravely concerned by the use of neuromyths which are used as support for outdated and unsupported academic approaches and have devoted my energy to resolving this discrepancy. My society memberships include Society for Neuroscience (SfN) and the International Mind, Brain, Education, Society(IMBES).
Linda Hannisdal
Associate Coordinator, Supplemental Instruction
lhannis2@csulb.edu
(562) 985-7359
Linda started as an SI leader since the Fall of 2001, where she helped students learn economics and history. She has worked as the Coordinator for SI Groups since the Fall of 2007. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Business with an emphasis in Marketing, a Master’s degree in U.S. History, and is currently working on a Master’s degree in German, all from CSULB. In addition to training SI leaders, she has also trained learning facilitators in other academic support programs on-campus.
Sonia Muñoz-Duran
Associate Coordinator, Supplemental Instruction
smunozdu@csulb.edu
(562) 985-5686
Sonia has worked in the Learning Assistance Center since 2003. She received both her B.S. and M.S. degrees in Criminal Justice from CSULB.
Megan Wampler
Coordinator, Reception Services and Staff Support
mwampler@csulb.edu
(562) 985-4192
I am the Information and Reception Services Coordinator and have been a part of the LAC since September of 2005. I started my career in Housing at CSULB and then moved to Academic Advising 11 years ago. I love my job and the opportunity it grants to meet different people from all walks of life, but most of all I enjoy seeing their success.
Andrew Redmayne
LAC Operations Coordinator
redmayne@csulb.edu
(562) 985-1654
A CSULB staff member since 1996, I am the Operations Coordinator for the Learning Assistance center and enjoy helping others realize their goals.
