CFAA - Tutoring
Supplemental Instruction (SI)
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a structured study group designed to help students achieve success in "historically difficult" courses: those with consistently high rates of D's, F's, and/or Withdrawals. SI sessions are FREE and open to all students enrolled in the supported courses. A trained SI leader will facilitate three hour-long sessions per week, focusing on difficult course content. These sessions serve to reinforce course material, clarify confusing concepts, and approach the information from a fun and engaging perspective.
During the fall and spring semesters, SI is offered for:
- BIOL 1110 & 1120: Biology I and II for Science Majors
- CHEM 1110 & 1120: General Chemistry I and II
- CHEM 2010 & 2020: Organic Chemistry I and II
- HSCI 2010 & 2020: Anatomy & Physiology I and II
- PHIL 2030: Practical Reasoning with Paul Tudico
Why SI?
Students who have attended SI at ETSU typically earn a final grade that is a full letter grade higher than those who did not attend. Attending SI regularly is a fantastic way to study, increase your understanding of complex material, and review for exams. The small group environment allows you to work at a slower pace and ask quesitons.
Who are SI Leaders?
SI leaders are students who have taken the course and performed well. They must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as demonstrate a vested interest in supporting student success. SI leaders are tasked with helping students think more deeply about the instructor's lectures and the readings covered in the course, and using innovative and engaging strategies to improve students' understanding of complex and challenging concepts.
SI Schedules for Spring 2021
Spring 2021 SI schedules will begin on the first day of classes.
BIOL 1110: Biology I for Majors
BIOL 1120: Biology II for Majors
CHEM 1110: General Chemistry I
CHEM 1120: General Chemistry II
CHEM 2010: Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 2020: Organic Chemistry II
HSCI 2010: Anatomy & Physiology I --TDB
HSCI 2020: Anatomy & Physiology II --TDB
PHIL 2030: Practical Reasoning with Paul Tudico
Meet the Spring 2021 SI Leaders
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BIOL 1110 - Biology I for Majors
John David
Major: Health Sciences with a concentration in Microbiology on a Pre-Med track
Fun Fact(s): I've been to 12 countries. I can speak Spanish. I can do a headstand. And I make really good chocolate chip cookies.
Extracurricular Activities: Vice President of Timmy Global Health, coffee fanatic, photographer, yoga practitioner, wannabe pro traveler, record collector.
Rachel
Major: My major is Biology. I have two minors in Culture and Health and Health Sciences.
Future Goal(s): My future aspiration is to be doctor, specifically in Emergency Medicine.
Fun Fact(s): A fun fact about myself is that I love to travel. -
BIOL 1120 - Biology II for Majors
Dalton
Major: Biology with a minor in Leadership
Future goal(s): To become a pediatric neurologist. I have had my own neurological issues growing up and through those struggles I hope to help others.
Fun Fact(s): Loves to travel, Avid snowboarder, kayaker, hiker, and car enthusiast.
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CHEM 1110 - General Chemistry I
Ethan G.
Major: ACS concentrated Chemistry major with a pre-med track with a double minor in Leadership Studies and Culture and Health.
Future Goal(s): I hope to one day have a career as a trauma surgeon and be able to save lives.
Fun Fact(s): I have a job working in the emergency department at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Extracurricular Activities: In my spare time I like to hike, kayak, and spend time with my friends.
Haley O.
Major: Chemistry with a Pre-Pharmacy track
My SI sessions are focused on interactive problem solving that involves everyone to solve the problem.
Fun Fact(s): I am almost completely deaf in my left ear.
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CHEM 1120 - General Chemistry II
Emma S.
Major: Microbiology with a minor in Culture and Health
Future Goal(s): After graduation, I am taking a gap year and then hoping to attend medical school.
Fun Fact(s): I have a farm with fluffy cows.
Hebah
Major: Microbiology with minors in Public Health and Health Administration
Future Goal(s): To become a physician working with impoverished communities to educate and create health care practices. I also aspire to become a positive influence for those who will follow in my path.
Fun Fact(s): l am bilingual in Arabic and English and working to be fluent in French and Turkish. -
CHEM 2010 - Organic Chemistry I
Emma S.
Major: Microbiology with a minor in Culture and Health
Future Goal(s): After graduation, I am taking a gap year and then hoping to attend medical school.
Fun Fact(s): I have a farm with fluffy cows. -
CHEM 2020 - Organic Chemistry II
Chelsea
Major: I graduated in May 2019 with degrees in Health Science (Human Health concentration) and History. I minored in Philosophy and Math.
Fun Fact(s): I work for both CFAA doing SI and TRio SSS as a tutor.Extracurricular Activities: I really enjoy crafting in my free time and recently I started teaching myself to spin yarn to use in my knitting projects.
Emma C.
Major: Microbiology
Future Goal(s): One day I’d love to open my own dental practice! I also hope that one day in the future I will be able to adopt a child.
Fun Fact(s): I’ve visited ten different countries!
Extracurricular Activities: I actually really love to travel! I also enjoy reading, writing, and shopping.
Ethan N.
Major: Mathematics with a concentration in Statistics
Future Goal(s): My future goals are to graduate next semester with my BS in mathematics and then attend medical school at preferably ETSU Quillen or UTHSC over in Memphis.
Fun Fact(s): I maintain a 10-year-old reef tank, have been a varsity debater for two years, and volunteer my time with Small Miracles where I help students ride horses. -
HSCI 2010 - Anatomy & Physiology I
Chelsea
Major: I graduated in May 2019 with degrees in Health Science (Human Health concentration) and History. I minored in Philosophy and Math.
Fun Fact(s): I work for both CFAA doing SI and TRio SSS as a tutor.Extracurricular Activities: I really enjoy crafting in my free time and recently I started teaching myself to spin yarn to use in my knitting projects.
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HSCI 2020 - Anatomy & Physiology II
Gray
Major: Business
Future Goal(s): DentistryFun Fact(s): I am double jointed in my arms.
Extracurricular Activities: Ballroom dancing, Harp, Percussion
Haleigh B.
Major: Rehabilitative Health Science
Future Goal(s): My future aspiration is to go to grad school for Chiropractic and then open my own practice.
Fun Fact(s): I love plants and would one day like to start my own garden with vegetables, herbs, and maybe some fruit trees. -
PHIL 2030 - Practical Reasoning
JT
Major: Psychology and Philosophy (Justice, Ethics, and Law)
Future Goal(s): I plan to attend law school for my J.D. and pursue a PhD in Neuroscience. I want to study neurological changes in those wrongfully imprisoned while working to appeal their imprisonment.
Fun Fact(s): I give amazing concerts when I drive.
What do students like about SI?
- "I like that the SI leaders sit in on lectures that way they can relate their lessons directly from what is being taught in lecture."
- "The atmosphere."
- "Being able to ask questions I would not be able to ask in class, and having someone to help review material and understand how to look at questions in a different way."
- "They make content interesting."
- "They (sessions) are at multiple times to increase the chance that I attend. The SIs are always ready to help even at times when they are not in a meeting. I have been able to get more out of the course with the help of my SI leaders."
- "The ability to interact with other students from my class."
- "When we worked together in groups and everyone explained their confusion, we were able to help out one another."