STEM Student Success Center (S3C)

Mission

The STEM Student Success Center is committed to establishing a supportive environment enriched with resources that empower all students enrolled in STEM courses to cultivate successful futures within their chosen fields. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every student feels a sense of belonging. Through a comprehensive approach, we aim to enhance academic performance and promote career readiness, ultimately empowering students to thrive in both their academic endeavors and future professions.

Services

Tutoring provides peer-to-peer support, where a student with a strong understanding of course content helps fellow students master the material. Tutoring is available in one-on-one and group settings; no appointment is needed to work with S3C peer tutors. In addition, some faculty members hold tutoring sessions in the S3C—check this semester’s tutor schedule for details.

The S3C also offers professional tutoring for upper-level math, physics, and select kinesiology courses. While walk-ins are welcome, we strongly recommend booking an appointment to secure your spot.

When you arrive, look for tutors with a name plate on the table or raise the flag to signal that you’d like help. If you don’t see a tutor available, visit the front desk near the back of the center, and our staff will connect you with the tutor on duty.

Peer Tutor Schedule Professional Tutor Schedule

Supplemental Instruction (SI) provides peer-led support for historically challenging courses. SI sessions are led by near peers—students who previously excelled in the course and now attend the current semester’s class alongside you. Sessions are designed to help you engage more deeply with the material through active learning and collaboration.

In addition, SI leaders hold office hours in the S3C. Depending on your needs, these hours may feel like small-group sessions or resemble traditional tutoring. Check out this semester’s full SI schedule to find times that work for you.

Getting started is easy—attend a scheduled session or stop by during office hours. If you’re unsure who the SI leader is, ask any S3C staff member for an introduction, and the leader will take it from there.

SI Schedule

Our proactive advisor takes a strengths-based approach to help you succeed. You’ll receive guidance with degree mapping, four-year course planning, and personalized tools to align your studies with your strengths and goals. Along the way, you’ll gain the support and resources needed to stay on track, overcome challenges, and make confident decisions as you work toward your degree.

At the STEM Student Success Center, we equip you with the tools and guidance to take your first steps toward a meaningful career. Our Explore, Equip, Empower, Embark model supports you at every stage of the journey:

Explore your interests, strengths, and passions through career assessments and one-on-one coaching.
Equip yourself with skills and resources that prepare you for future opportunities.
Empower your journey by building confidence through mentorship, workshops, and real-world experiences.
Embark on your chosen path with clarity, support, and the confidence to step boldly into your future.

Whether you’re still exploring options or ready to pursue your goals, we’ll help you connect your STEM studies to a career that inspires you.

Thinking about graduate or professional school?
The STEM Student Success Center offers the tools and guidance to help you take your next leap. We support students pursuing advanced degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, physical therapy, research, engineering, and more.

Our services include:

Guidance in selecting programs that match your career goals
Support with applications, personal statements, and interview preparation
Workshops and panels featuring admissions representatives and industry professionals
Resources to navigate timelines, testing requirements, and financial planning

From exploration to acceptance, we’re committed to helping you prepare, stand out, and succeed on your graduate or professional school journey.

Pre-Professional Programs

Our center is dedicated to helping transfer students thrive as they join the McMurry community. We provide tailored services such as transfer-specific orientation, academic support, peer mentoring, and workshops that connect you with resources and campus life. Whether you need guidance on credit transfers, degree mapping, educational support, or want to meet other transfer students, our team is here to support you every step.

Transfer Students

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Join a Research Team

During the 2025–2026 school year, you may choose to join one of three research teams. Please email your completed application to the corresponding faculty advisor listed below:

Crab Boyle – boyle.terrence@mcm.edu
Glam Geeks – mohan.aravind@mcm.edu

Applicants must enroll as students at McMurry University or Cisco College. Students will present their research at the McMurry Symposium.

Application Form

S3C Staff

In the S3C, each staff member is dedicated to providing holistic support to all STEM students. While we each specialize in a specific aspect of support, we partner closely together to ensure that all receive what they need to succeed.