Student Support Resources
Getting the right help when you need it
Learning is not a solitary experience — it's social! It's important to know when and where to reach out to others to get help. Fortunately, Cabrillo has many resources to assist you in being successful.
- Your Instructor!
- Tutoring Links to an external site.
- Cabrillo Library (Free textbooks/books/articles, study space, and assistance)
- More Support Services!
Your Instructor
I love teaching, and the best part of teaching is working with my students. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need help. There are multiple ways to get in touch with me - check out the Instructor Contact page in this module.
The HUB
The HUB Links to an external site., located above the Library, provides FREE access to a fantastic array of tutoring and other academic support services, including:
- Tutoring Center Links to an external site. (TC)
- Math Learning Center Links to an external site. (MLC)
- English Learning Center Links to an external site. (ELC)
- Accessibility Support Center Links to an external site. (ASC)
Watsonville Integrated Learning Center (ILC)
The Watsonville ILC Links to an external site. offers study areas, tutoring, computers, and library services (books, textbooks, librarian, and more). Please watch the following 1-minute tour and overview. Note: For captions, click the CC button. For Spanish subtitles, click the gear icon and then subtitles. A text transcript for the ILC video (in English/Spanish) Links to an external site. is also available.
STEM Center
The STEM Center was created to foster the study of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Located at Building 800 on the Aptos Campus, the STEM Center is a newly renovated space where faculty and students come together to teach, learn, and connect as a community. The STEM Center is also home to MESA, the Physics Learning Center (PLC), and the CIS/Networking Labs.
Transfer Services
Enroll in Transfer 101 to get the latest news and support in transferring to a university. When you enroll in the Canvas course, you will get:
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Reminders of important dates and deadlines to transfer
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Reviewing UC and CSU admission requirements
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Resources to assist in transfer research
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Learning about the many transfer pathways (Transfer Admission Guarantee, 2+2 to CSUMB, Associate Degrees for Transfer)
These modules will review transfer basics, resources, and timelines to get you started to meet your transfer goal. These tools should also only be used in addition to meeting with your Cabrillo Academic Counselor. There are many ways to connect with an Academic Counselor Links to an external site.. Please be sure to meet with your academic counselor at least once a semester.
To enroll in Transfer 101 please complete the following steps:
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Enter your username and password for Canvas and click on “Enroll in Course”
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Transfer 101 will now be listed in your courses so that you can complete the modules. You can also come back to the resources during your time at Cabrillo via the Canvas Dashboard. You will also be sent announcements about events and important deadlines.
Cabrillo Library
Cabrillo Library Links to an external site. features textbooks, study areas, computers & wifi, printing, online articles, books & eBooks, librarians, student techs, and much more! Please watch the following 1-minute tour and overview. Note: For captions, click the CC button. For Spanish subtitles, click the gear icon and then subtitles. A text transcript for the Library video (in English/Spanish) Links to an external site. is also available.
Computer Technology Center (CTC)
If you haven't already, you should visit the CTC lab in Building 1400 and get to know the place! It's full of your classmates and tutors and other helpful staff people who can help troubleshoot those strange computer or application oddities that are bound to happen. Learn more about the CTC, their Hours of Operation and more Links to an external site.!
More Support Services
Academic Counseling/Educational Planning
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Building 100, 831-479-6274
Watsonville: Room A120, 831-786-4734
Accessibility Support Center
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Room 1073 (in The HUB), 831-479-6379
Watsonville: Room A120, 831-786-4734
Career Services
Links to an external site.
Visit website for contact information and resources related to Major & Career Exploration, Internships & Work Experience, and Employment & Preparation.
Children's Center (childcare)
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Building 1500, 831-479-6352
Links to an external site.Financial Aid Office
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Welcome Center, SAC East, 831-479-6100
Watsonville: Room A120,831-479-6415
Food & Housing Resources
Links to an external site.(housing board, food pantry, free snacks, free farmer's market, showers, etc.)
Aptos: Room 902D, 831-477-3382
Watsonville: Room A304, 831-786-4734
Guardian Scholars (Foster Youth)
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Room 1006, 831-479-6115
Health Services/Psychological Counseling
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Room 912 (next to the cafeteria), 831-479-6435
Watsonville: Room A120, 831-786-4738
MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) Center
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Building 800 in the STEM Center, 831-479-5785
Office of Student Equity
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Office 103C, 831-477-3381
Sheriff's Office
Links to an external site. (emergency phones, escort service, vehicle jump starts/lockouts, and more)
Non-emergency dispatch: 831-471-1121
Student Services Office
Links to an external site.
Aptos: SAC East room 218, 479-6317.
Title IX Compliance Officer
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Room 1553C, 831-477-3373
Transfer Services
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Bldg. 100, 831-479-6385
Veterans Information Center (VIC)
Links to an external site.
Aptos: Room 914, 831-477-5697 or 831-479-6110
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