Adapting Higher Education to Meet Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) Needs in the New Virtual Environment: Sonoma State is proud to continue strengthening and expanding its programs on the Sonoma State University campus and in the wider educational community. About The Program
Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Achievement (MESA) at Sonoma State University is part of a nationally recognized California academic support program that provides a resilient learning community and strong base to students in the School of Science and Technology. The goal of MESA is to increase the number of historically underrepresented students who pursue and persist in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related degrees and, ultimately, careers. Throughout their studies, the students in the program receive academic support and personal advising to keep them on track toward their degrees.
MESA students engage in “high impact” experiences, such as advising, undergraduate research, tutoring, mentoring, and leadership development. This academic community is what sets MESA apart from other programs, and MESA serves students regardless of citizenship status.
Program Supports & Benefits
Advising
Our dedicated Academic Advisor is available to answer your questions & guide you in the right direction.
Join us for Weekly Meetings
MESA meetings are gatherings of majors across disciplines to learn, grow, and connect to resources and information. Join us Tuesdays at 5 PM or Thursdays At 12 pm.
Connect with STEM Majors
MESA prides itself on it’s peer mentor program designed to increase persistence among STEM students.
Earn Honors
The MESA Honors program is for students who want to further their academic and professional development. We are now able to offer stipends to students who earn Honors.
Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities
MESA Members who apply for our Research Opportunities can team up with SSU Faculty and get PAID to conduct research.
Need Supplies? We've got you covered!
MESA members are supported by receiving free school supplies. Please contact us to request study materials.
Student Employment Opportunities
Did you know you could work for MESA? Each semester, we hire tutors and mentors, find more information on Handshake!
MESA Tutor
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Jobs #6462866 & #6462951
Department: MESA, School of Science & Technology
Working Title: MESA Tutor (CS/EE/MATH), (CHEM/BIOL/GEOL)
Classification: Instructional Student Assistant
Number of Openings: 10
Pay Rate: $16/hour
Appointment: 20 hours per week.
Expected Dates of Employment: 08/15/22 – 12/16/22
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION
- Provide academic support to all Sonoma State students for lower-division School of Science & Technology courses.
- Attend bi-weekly training and check-ins with the other tutors and MESA staff (dates and times TBD).
- Assist with promotional tasks such as posting flyers and contacting professors.
- Be available to tutor for at least two monthly MESA Study Halls (Tuesdays 5 PM – 6 PM & Thursdays 12 PM – 1 PM).
- Be available to tutor for at least two of our end-of-semester tutoring sessions (evenings the week before finals).
MESA Mentor
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Job #6462739
Department: MESA, School of Science & Technology
Working Title: MESA Mentor
Classification: Instructional Student Assistant
Number of Openings: 15
Pay Rate: $16/hour
Appointment: 20 hours per week.
Expected Dates of Employment: 08/15/22 – 12/16/22
Deadline to Apply: Open until filled.
DUTIES OF THE POSITION
- Mentor a cohort of first-year, second-year, and transfer MESA members.
- Host 3 meetings for your cohort each semester.
- Attend 2 MESA Meetings with your cohort.
- Present at least 2 STEMbytes (Advising Presentations) each semester.
- Attend monthly training and check-ins with the other Mentors and MESA staff (dates and times TBD).
- Assist with promotional tasks such as posting flyers, tabling, and classroom visitations.
