In support of the Mission of Trocaire College, the role of the Palisano Learning Center is to provide students with the tools for strategic learning and skills fundamental to college success and beyond. Its goals are to promote an environment that maximizes student learning.
The Palisano Learning Center (PLC) is located in the library and offers students a variety of academic support services and learning tools. There are anatomical models available for student use, along with academic program-related materials and study guides. The PLC offers workshops, small group instruction, mentoring, peer tutoring, and group study services in all academic fields. Students who want academic reinforcement in a particular course may request a tutor or academic coach.
Tutoring, Academic Coaching, Resume Writing, and Interview Prep
Free academic support is available for Trocaire courses upon request to enrolled Trocaire students. Support is also available to recent alumni preparing for licensure exams and prospective students preparing for the nursing entrance exam. Through one-on-one and group interactions, students have access to professional, alumni, and peer tutors. Professional tutors are credentialed in the academic subject(s) or skill(s) they tutor. Alumni and Peer tutors are former or current Trocaire students who have been confirmed as meeting specific academic standards to tutor in a particular subject or academic program area.
Academic Coaching is available to students seeking assistance with time management, note-taking and test-taking strategies. Job seeking skills such as resume writing writing and interview prep are also available. Coaching sessions emphasize critical problem solving and the students’ self-assessment of academic, social, and personal issues that impede their academic progress.
To schedule an appointment with a Tutor or Academic Coach, please click below:
Inquiries related to tutoring appointments can be made by contacting the Palisano Learning Center directly via email: [email protected] or by phone at (716)827-2425.
Online Tutoring
Free online tutorial support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through our partnership with Tutor.com for the following courses:
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Students can access online tutoring at any time by logging in to Moodle and clicking the ‘Tutor 24/7’ link.
Interested In Becoming A Tutor?
The Palisano Learning Center is always seeking talented Peer and Alumni Tutors. For additional information, please email [email protected]
Technology Assistance
The Palisano Learning Center also provides assistance with learning technology, including how to access different student accounts (webmail, moodle, e-student) and navigate required learning software. Assistance is provided by scheduling a tutoring appointment for “General Technology Support”
Laptop Loan Program
Students seeking access to the required technology, whether a laptop is needed or home internet access, are asked to submit an application by following the link below:
Contact
Palisano Learning Center
Main Campus, 4th floor library
360 Choate Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14220
Hours
Monday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
*Hours of operation vary during Holidays, Easter Break, summer, and campus closings.
Meet The Staff
Joanne Warren
Director
Choate Campus, Room 112
716-827-2440
Amanda Biondolillo
Health Science Academic Support Specialist
Choate Campus, Library
716-827-4328
Paul Kochmanski
Academic Coach
Choate Campus, Library
716-827-4356