Jean Evans

Student

“The LRC is great. They have different kinds of tutors that are there if you have problems, and they’ve got a math lab that’s really terrific.”

“I’m really enjoying my classes because the teachers are great. And Terry Green, in math, is just awesome,” says Jean Evans. “He’s great at explaining things in a step-by-step way and he takes every opportunity to help you out. He’s even got a study group that’s really there for people who need a little extra help.” The “helping hand” that Jean has found with Terry Green is one she plans on extending to others in her own career in child care.

“I’m taking child development because I think I’ll be going into teaching,” she says. “I just really love kids and find them fascinating. There’s frustration and stress sometimes but they’re usually fun to work with and they’re so teachable,” she says. “I’m working with four-year-olds at a private school and I find that they’re just very loving.”

Jean says that asking for help is the key to making the most of your SMC years. “Talk to counselors, even if you’re unsure of what GEs to take,” she says. “Make sure you’re always on top of things and don’t fall behind. Form study groups and if you’re having a problem, ask for a tutor. But whatever you do,” she adds, “don’t leave things to the last moment. I know, because I’ve done it, and it doesn’t work.”

Jean’s family is her biggest “booster club” at the moment. “They always support me and encourage me to go as far as I can. But SMC has so much to offer people who might not be in my situation,” she adds. “You can just go into the Financial Aid office and find out about all they offer. And the Scholarship Office has something for everybody. It really doesn’t matter what kind of background you come from. There’s always help.”

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