Owen Center tutors take care to next level

Heidelberg’s Writing Center, Math Center and Peer-Assisted Study Sessions are staffed with caring, compassionate, helpful student tutors. These consultants care so much about the success of their peers that they went the extra mile to earn International Tutor Training Program Certification in December. Consultants Hannah Petitti, Jennifer Thayer, Judy Smith, Justin Mourguet, Kasandra Christner, Rachael Rosh and Taylor Lewis completed the several-month training now feel more confident in their tutoring abilities. The certification added a measure of credibility and built on the good work already taking place in the Owen Center. Each of the seven students completed nine hours of face-to-face training, exploring topics such as learning styles, learning disabilities, dealing with difficult students, record keeping, honesty and FERPA.