Macalester Academic Excellence (MAX) Center
As the primary learning center on campus, the Macalester Academic Excellence (MAX) Center supports students in their efforts toward academic success and educational independence by fostering a community of intellectually engaged, life-long learners.
The MAX Center is open!
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sunday – Thursday: 7:00 pm – 10:00 p.m.
Log into our Slate portal with your 1600Grand credentials to see when our tutors are available. Sessions with writing tutors and coordinators require an appointment; support from Science and Math tutors is drop-in.
About our services
Writing Support
Writing Support in the MAX Center is coordinated by Jake Mohan (Writing Support Coordinator / Instructor) and Cori McKenzie (Writing and Academic Support Coordinator / Instructor). You’re welcome to reach out to any of them with questions about Writing Support.
Science and Quantitative Support
Science and Quantitative Support in the MAX Center is coordinated by Dave Ehren (Coordinator of Quantitative Support / Instructor in MSCS) and Stephanie Alden (Coordinator of the Supplemental Instruction [SI] Program and Science Support). You’re welcome to reach out to any of them with questions about the support available in science and quantitative courses.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) Program
The SI Program is coordinated by Stephanie Alden. You’re welcome to reach out to her with questions about SI.
Study Skills Support
Cori McKenzie and Stephanie Alden each provide individual support for students seeking assistance with time management, reading, studying, and other skills needed for academic success across the disciplines.
