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Math Resource Center (MRC)

Looking for a math tutor? Need help with a homework problem? Want a quiet place to study? Ready to review textbook materials? Stop by the Math Resource Center—all these services and more are available for FREE!

How can the Math Resource Center help me?

  1. Free tutoring: Drop by the MRC with your math homework and simply raise your hand when you have a question. One of our tutors will be happy to help.
  2. Study spaces: If you or your group need a dedicated study space, the MRC has two rooms you can reserve.
  3. Textbooks and study aids: One copy of the current textbook for each JCCC math course is available for use in the MRC. Textbook solution manuals are also available for most math courses.
  4. Calculator rental: We provide TI-83 and TI-84 calculator rentals for students in Math 116 or above. Just complete the rental contract at the MRC prior to paying the $25 fee online.
  5. Math Strategies Coaches: Develop strategies for studying math effectively and efficiently with our coaches. Email the MRC at mrc@jccc.edu or call 913-469-8500 ext. 4242 to request appointment information for coaching sessions.

Drop in during our operating hours or make an appointment.

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When can I visit the Math Resource Center (LIB 104)?

Spring and Fall Semester Hours
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. 
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 1 - 5 p.m.

Summer Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday - Sunday: closed

How do I access MRC’s online services?

The MRC hosts a Canvas page with our tutors’ schedule and hundreds of instructional videos. To access the MRC's online services in Canvas:

  1. Go to our enrollment page. 
  2. Enter your JCCC SSO (Single Sign On) username and password
  3. Follow the registration instructions
  4. MRC Online will appear under “Courses”

You will only need to go through the registration process one time.

How do I schedule a tutoring appointment?

Schedule a tutoring appointment through Penji. 

Note: Any user needing screen magnification over 150% should contact the Math Resource Center to schedule tutoring sessions if unable to complete the online request.

  • First time using Penji?  Click the “Create Account” button to move forward. Then, use your JCCC SSO (Single Sign On) to sign in. For help accessing Penji for the first time, please watch this tutorial.
  • Returning users: Sign in with your JCCC SSO, select “Math Resource Center” on the left-hand side and then the “I am a student” tab. From there, you will see appointment options and availability. Select an appointment type, your course, and a time slot, and then follow the steps to complete the booking of your appointment. You can also book appointments on their phones through the Penji Mobile App.  
  • Need to cancel? Click the session you would like to cancel, select the three dots in the upper-right hand corner, and select “Cancel Session.” This guide provides a walkthrough.