Student Support

Interaction Design Tutoring Center

Welcome to the Graphic Design and Interaction Design Tutoring Center!

Tutors are current students at SMC and have been recommended to the role by the faculty. Tutoring is open to all current SMC students, both online and on ground.

Design and IxD tutors are available only over Zoom.

Appointments are available in advance, same-day, or drop-in through Corsair Connect.

To Schedule an Appointment or Register for a Drop-In:

1. Log in to Corsair Connect
2. From the left hand menu, select Resources and Services. Then select tutoring.
3. You will be brought to the appointment system. Use the menu to select the Graphic Design & IxD schedule.
4. Select the topic (e.g. Photoshop, case studies,...) you would like help with (The dropdown box that says "Choose your class").
  1. If you don't see the exact topic you're looking for, choose the closest relevant one.
  2. During business hours, you can use the button on the scheduling page to connect to the Zoom to speak with the coordinator for assistance in scheduling. Alternatively, you can email them at gateward_deja@smc.edu
5. Select the appropriate tutor at the best time and date for you.
6. Fill in the information for your tutoring session, including any details you would like to share with the tutor in advance.

For the most up-to-date schedule, please use the Tutoring link on Corsair Connect. Updated on September 4, 2025

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AfterEffects

Branding

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Case Study Construction

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Illustrator

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

InDesign

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Photoshop

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Procreate

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Product Design

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Prototyping

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

UX/UI Design

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Web Programming (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Wireframing

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Tuesdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (appt and drop-in)

Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fridays: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (by appt. only. No drop-ins)

Faculty Recommendations

Faculty may recommend students as candidates for tutoring positions. Recommendations are accepted at any time and tutors are hired throughout the year as needed. To recommend a student tutor, please email Deja Gateward at gateward_deja@smc.edu

Tutor Applications

SMC students who wish to become a tutor should fill out the application at this link: Business, CSIS, Design & Interaction Design Tutor Application.

Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Contact

Deja Gateward

Tutoring Coordinator - Business & CSIS

gateward_deja@smc.edu

310-434-4322