CIMA-Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Program
About CIMA
Ciencia, Ingeniería, y Matemáticas Aliados (CIMA) is the Alamo Colleges’ Alliance was formed in the fall of 2013 when St. Philip’s College was awarded a Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Baccalaureate (B2B) Program grant funded by the National Science Foundation. CIMA is comprised of five of the Alamo Colleges: San Antonio College, Palo Alto College, Northeast Lakeview College, and Northwest Vista College and the lead institution St. Philip's College with the mission to significantly increase the number of underrepresented student who attain bachelor’s degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
In order to achieve CIMA’s mission, a large number of initiatives, including peer mentorship, faculty mentorship, tutoring, supplemental instruction, STEM student incubator and undergraduate research.
About LSAMP
The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program assists universities and colleges in diversifying the STEM workforce through their efforts at significantly increasing the numbers of students successfully completing high quality degree programs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Particular emphasis is placed on transforming STEM education through innovative recruitment and retention strategies and experiences in support of groups historically under-represented in STEM discipline: African-Americans, Alaskan Natives, American Indians, Hispanic Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Native Pacific Islanders. The knowledge generation portfolio of LSAMP supported activities contributes to the body of literature on successful practices in student recruitment, retention, persistence, and attainment of STEM undergraduate and graduate degrees, especially for the previously mentioned populations underrepresented in STEM disciplines.
CIMA Application
CIMA-LSAMP is now accepting applications for our Undergraduate Research Program. If you are a student that is interested in this opportunity, please apply today! Students with declared majors in a STEM (Science. Technology, Engineering, Math) related field are eligible to participate in the program. Pre-professional Medical and Nursing majors are not eligible to participate.
Acknowledgement and Disclaimer
"This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 1712626. Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation (NSF)."
Opportunities
The CIMA-LSAMP Program Office encourage STEM students to seek out research and internship opportunities. Find out what opportunities this program has to offer.
Academic Support
Services Offered by CIMA-LSAMP
Tutoring Services
Our CIMA-LSAMP tutors specialize in assisting STEM students in gatekeeper courses like; Pre-calculus, Calculus I & II, Microbiology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Introduction to Engineering, and more.
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Tutoring:
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Academic Support CenterSpecialized Tutorial Assistance:
CIMA-LSAMP Supplement Instructor (SI) sessions are a specialized tutoring program that use peer-led study sessions. Those regularly scheduled review sessions allow students to compare notes, discuss readings, and develop organizational tools. Students also prepare for tests by learning how to integrate course content, study skills, all while building valuable peer relationships. -
Tutoring:
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The Science Tutoring & Advocacy CenterSpecialized Tutorial Assistance:
CIMA-LSAMP Supplement Instructor (SI) sessions are a specialized tutoring program that use peer-led study sessions. Those regularly scheduled review sessions allow students to compare notes, discuss readings, and develop organizational tools. Students also prepare for tests by learning how to integrate course content, study skills, all while building valuable peer relationships. -
Tutoring:
For more info, visit:
Tutoring ServicesSpecialized Tutorial Assistance:
CIMA-LSAMP Supplement Instructor (SI) sessions are a specialized tutoring program that use peer-led study sessions. Those regularly scheduled review sessions allow students to compare notes, discuss readings, and develop organizational tools. Students also prepare for tests by learning how to integrate course content, study skills, all while building valuable peer relationships. -
Tutoring:
For more info, visit:
Tutoring ServicesSpecialized Tutorial Assistance:
CIMA-LSAMP Supplement Instructor (SI) sessions are a specialized tutoring program that use peer-led study sessions. Those regularly scheduled review sessions allow students to compare notes, discuss readings, and develop organizational tools. Students also prepare for tests by learning how to integrate course content, study skills, all while building valuable peer relationships. -
Tutoring:
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Byrd SanctuarySpecialized Tutorial Assistance:
CIMA-LSAMP Supplement Instructor (SI) sessions are a specialized tutoring program that use peer-led study sessions. Those regularly scheduled review sessions allow students to compare notes, discuss readings, and develop organizational tools. Students also prepare for tests by learning how to integrate course content, study skills, all while building valuable peer relationships.
Peer Mentor
The CIMA-LSAMP Peer Mentors are here to help you achieve academic success.
What is a Peer Mentor?
- An experienced guide and role model to help you navigate easily through your college experience.
- A trusted ally who provides advice, support, and information with your personal, academic, and social situations.
What are some of the benefits of having a Peer Mentor?
- Boosting confidence and self-esteem
- Strengthening your academic skills
- Helping you gain professional development (training, guest speakers, teambuilding, etc.)
- One-on-One sessions
Peer Mentor can help you with:
- Information and encouragement on STEM academic achievements
- Information on campus resources and opportunities
- Setting future goals
- Understanding your degree plan and the courses required
Research Scholars
Frequently Asked Questions
Any student who intends to major in a STEM major can take advantage of our tutoring services. Any first time in college student who intends to major in a STEM major can apply to become a mentee.
Apply through our online application. Look for the application button on our page.
Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Research, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, General Science, Geology, and Mathematics
Yes.
Yes, you must be enrolled as a student in one of the five Alamo Colleges for the upcoming Fall and Spring semester.
We are unable to accept applications from any Early College Academy/Dual Credit students at this time.
Contact Information
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Principal Investigator:
Randall Dawson
Vice President for Academic Success
St. Philip's College
Executive Cabinet
rdawson@alamo.edu
210-486-2276 -
CIMA-LSAMP Coordinator:
Ronald Viola, M.S.
St. Philip's College
Natural Sciences Dept.
rviola@alamo.edu
210-486-2551 -
Co-Principal Investigator:
Marsha Adrian
Northeast Lakeview College
Chemistry
myaklin@alamo.edu
210-486-5340 -
Co-Principal Investigator:
Yvette Uresti
Northwest Vista College
Mathematics
yuresti@alamo.edu
210-486-4320 -
Co-Principal Investigator:
Usha Gururajarao
Palo Alto College
Natural & Physical Sciences
ugururajarao@alamo.edu
210-486-3372 -
Co-Principal Investigator:
Henry Griffith, PhD
San Antonio College
Mathematics, Architecture, Physics and Engineering Dept.
hgriffith5@alamo.edu
210-486-1305