At the heart of our mission is the desire to engage students in the classroom and beyond. To achieve this goal, we utilize Student Engagement Mentors (STEMs). These upperclass peer mentors have the unique opportunity to make a difference for others, as well as for themselves, through intentional one-on-one mentoring relationships centered on cultivating success. STEMS serve as mentors and models of academic excellence to students who seek encouragement and inspiration for academic success in college. STEMS hold both individual and group mentoring sessions, lead focus groups, and plan and publicize activities sponsored by the Center.

Success STEMs...Newsletter
Tips for success inside and outside of the classroom
(Download recent issues in pdf version here.)
March 2010 - Overcoming Procrastination
February 2010 - Broadening Your Circle
November 2009 - When Caring Gets Tough
November 2009 - How To Do the To-Do List
October 2009 - The Essential Piece: Talking to Professors
October 2009 - Think. Plan. Do.

"I want to thank my STEM for all the great things she has done for me and how much she has helped me. her support was extremely helpful."

YouTube Videos
(Access STEM video productions on YouTube, channel ccstems.)
STEM Files: Talking to Professors
Professor Files: Dr. Joyce Fields, Behavorial Studies & Human Inquiry
Professor Files: Dr. Kirt Moody, Business, Mathematics, and Sciences
Professor Files: Dr. Mary Steppling, Education
C.E.L.ebration

"Having a STEM was a great experience. I would have struggled through certain decisions without the guidance and input of my STEM. She was very open and helpful."

Facebook
Join The STEMs group on the Columbia College SC network.
Send a friend request to CEL Stems.
Become a fan of The Center for Engaged Learning.

"My STEM was so kind. She really made me feel like I wasn't alone and always had someone to turn to."

The 2010-2011 STEMs
Omotola Akinsola
Amanda Belue
Chantelle Broughton
Courtnay Burgess, Team Leader
Tambrea Hargrove
Neelam Khanal
Lizbet Kloot
Ploy(Lily) Lin, Team Leader
Katie Wiseman
Hanna Yoo

"My STEM is very professional and has helped me with a lot of the resources on campus."

Current Students
To start your one-on-one mentoring relationship today, stop by The Center for Engaged Learning, or email stems@columbiasc.edu.

 

For additional information, contact:
Erin L Payseur, M.Ed.
Program Coordinator
803.786.3271
epayseur@columbiasc.edu