The Advocate

Resources aid student growth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics

November 28, 2017

METAS tutor Tomas Chavez holds a student’s hand after plucking a thorn out of it during a break outside of the Liberal Arts Building during the bi-weekly METAS tutoring program on Saturday.

Metas program celebrates 30 years of science mentoring

November 17, 2017

Computer science major Zehenghui Guo attended the annual MathFest in Chicago to present his research on the efficiency of an independent shipping company.

Clash of tech, spirit

September 28, 2017

Mathematics professor retires, leaves “unique” teaching legacy

By Dylan Collier, Assistant Scene Editor

May 31, 2017

Math professor Emanuel Baptiste will be retiring after dedicating 45 years to teaching Mathematics at Contra Costa College. Although he wasn’t able to attend the Retirement Reception and Staff Reunion in Fireside Hall on May...

Institute serves underrepresented population

By Karla Juarez, Advocate Staff

October 6, 2016

The Hispanic Serving Institute STEM program provides support and opportunities for Hispanic and other underrepresented students who find education a difficult way to reach success. Through programs provided by HSI STEM, Hispa...

Math jam simplifies upcoming coursework

By Salvador Godoy, Staff Writer

May 18, 2016

Students who want to expand their mathematics expertise can gain momentum to attend the summer and fall Math Jam sessions coordinated by HSI/STEM grant. The program offers a supportive and stress-free environment that better enab...

Mathematics professor Edward Cruz presents note-taking strategies to his Math Jam cohort in AA-103 on Jan. 21.

Math Jam program changes perceptions of learning potential

February 4, 2016