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As State College celebrates Pride today, we're sharing resources for Penn State students at the Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity, which celebrates and supports PSU students of all sexual and gender identities and provides resources, education, and community-building opportunities that foster belonging, empowerment, and pride.

Learn more at https://studentaffairs.psu.edu/about/directory/csgd.

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At Tierney Education, we’re not just a tutoring company — we’re an education company committed to meaningful, long-term learning.

Over the years, we’ve learned that starting tutoring too late in the semester rarely produces the kind of results families hope for. By this point in the term, students often need support that goes beyond last-minute exam prep — and we want to make sure every student we work with has the time, structure, and guidance to truly succeed. That's why it's important to start early! ⏰

Note: This is not locking you into any tutoring, just letting us know you want to learn more early next semester.

Get to know our professional tutors! 🍎

Alex Yulin An is a Ph.D.-trained educator and researcher with extensive experience in mathematics, statistics, and analytical problem-solving.

He earned his Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Penn State, where he also completed a dual title in Operations Research and a graduate minor in Statistics. Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, along with minors in Statistics and Computer Science from University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

Alex is passionate about helping students develop not only academic skills but also confidence and independence in their learning. Throughout his academic career, Alex has served as a teaching assistant and tutor at multiple universities, including Penn State, University of Minnesota, and the University of Iowa. He has taught and supported courses such as algebra, calculus, linear algebra, probability, statistics, regression analysis, design of experiments, and engineering analytics, working with both small groups and large classes of over 100 students.

Alex’s tutoring approach focuses on building strong conceptual foundations while guiding students through practical problem-solving techniques. He is known for his patience, clear communication, and ability to break down complex topics into manageable steps. Whether helping students prepare for exams, complete homework, or gain confidence in math and statistics, Alex tailors each session to meet individual learning needs.

Fun Fact: He loves country music and secretly wants to be a country boy driving an F-150. 🤠

❓ What does a typical session look like? How do you measure improvement? Do you work with students outside of PSU? We answer these questions and more in a Q&A for parents: https://www.tierneyeducation.com/resources/blog/yrxtwnq7w9c8vowkcenxjjhsp6lu79

🚨ONLY 10 SPOTS OPEN for our 5-week summer prep course! 🚨

For incoming and current Penn State students who want to *study smarter, not harder* — this virtual course will provide you with science-backed study skills that top students use to excel in college.

🧠 Proven Study Strategies – Learn evidence-based techniques from Study Like a Champ by Regan Gurung & John Dunlosky.

💻 Weekly Live Sessions – Join us for 1.5-hour interactive workshops with expert academic coaches.

📝 Real College Readiness – Master note-taking, time management, active recall, and more before classes even start.

💡 Small Group Setting – Get personalized guidance, ask questions, and build a supportive peer network.

💪 Confidence for Day One – Walk onto campus prepared with a game plan for success.

Learn more & sign up today at the link in the comments.

Meet our peer tutors! 📝

Heather Traub is a rising junior at Penn State majoring in Biobehavioral Health and minoring in Bioethics and Medical Humanities. She is from Bucks County, PA, and chose Penn State for its unique Biobehavioral Health program and strong alumni network.

Heather is an undergraduate research assistant for a project in the Prevention Research to Optimize (PRO) Health Lab at Penn State and an exam proctor. She has been on the Dean's List every semester and holds a 3.94 GPA.

After graduation, Heather plans to pursue a master's in public health and work in health promotion or research. In her free time, Heather enjoys traveling, reading, cooking, spending time with friends, and spending time outside.

Fun fact: She's had a splinter stuck in my finger for over 15 years! 😱

Are you ready to attack college with confidence? Many students struggle in their first year—not because they aren’t smart, but because they haven’t learned how to study effectively. That’s where we come in. Tierney Education presents "Study Smarter, Not Harder: A Crash Course on Learning for College Students," a 5-week virtual program designed to teach you the science-backed study skills that top students use to excel.

Learn more and sign up today: https://www.tierneyeducation.com/study-smarter-not-harder

As you're thinking about your academic plans for the summer and fall, we hope you'll think of us! Students across the country have found success after reaching out, just like Kyle. Interested in learning more? Fill out our Summer/Fall Interest Form: https://dfbox.share.hsforms.com/2eelIV0HwSD2HUhvkuUK5EA