Center for Academic Planning & Support
The Center for Academic Planning & Support (CAPS) assists students in learning, developing academic skills, and attaining academic success. We are dedicated to supporting and advancing teaching and learning by working collaboratively with faculty, administrators, and students to provide quality services, programs, and resources.
Mission:
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Encourage all students to achieve their full educational and vocational potential
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Empower all students to become responsible, independent learners
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Offer academic support to students with special needs and challenges
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Provide a learner-centered meeting place for students and professional and peer tutors
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Be flexible and forward thinking in utilizing technology as an integral part of the educational process
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Support faculty with lab resources that complement their coursework and teaching techniques
Staff
CAPS is supported by full-time staff as well as part-time student aides. Our front desk employees are always available to help students. Stop by and ask the questions that can make the difference in your success!
Jane M. Kithcart
Director, Center for Academic Planning and Support (CAPS)
kithcarj@sunyulster.edu
Roseanne Sullivan
Learning Strategy Specialist
sullivar@sunyulsster.edu
Meet the Tutors
Subject Specific Tutors
Deborah Sprenger -Professional Tutor
American History
sprenged@sunyulster.edu
Hailey Murphy – Peer Tutor
Art (103, 104, 150, 151)
murphyh94@my.sunyulster.edu
Dr. Esther Maria Lopez
Biology (101 & 107 Lab)
lopezrim@sunyulster.edu
Hannah Ruiz – Professional Tutor
Biology (101, 107, 108, 201)
ruizh@sunyulster.edu
Linda Loomis – Professional Tutor
Nursing Classes
loomisl@sunyulster.edu
Lisa Schulte – Professional Tutor
Nursing Classes
schultel@sunyulster.edu
Veronica Vaiciunas – Professional Tutor
Psychology (101, 203, 210)
vaiciunv@sunyulster.edu
Christina Lahmeyer – Professional Tutor
Veterinary Technology
lahmeyec@sunyulster.edu
Vincenzo Agostaro – Professional Tutor
Western Civilization
agostarv@sunyulster.edu
Math Tutors
Takudzwa Muhomba – Peer Tutor
muhombat68@my.sunyulster.edu
(MAT 098-160)
Cheyenne Newton – Peer Tutor
newtonc@my.sunyulster.edu
(MAT 095, 097, 110)
Ariana Newkirk – Peer Tutor
newkirka43@my.sunyulster.edu
(MAT 160, 170)
Dylan Ortiz – Peer Tutor
ortizd96@my.sunyulster.edu
(MAT 098-180, 204)
Ellen Pavloff – Professional Tutor
pavloffe@sunyulster.edu
(MAT 095-115)
Christine Sickler – Professional Tutor
sicklerc@sunyulster.edu
(MAT 095-160, 211)
David Weitz – Professional Tutor
weitzd@sunyulster.edu
(MAT 098-180, 211)
(PHYS 109-110)
Center for Academic Planning & Success
Vanderlyn Hall (VAN 247)
845-687-5039
CAPS@sunyulster.edu
