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MCC Daily Tribune

Brown Bag Discussion: Building Confident, Resilient STEM Learners

Ever wonder why some students shut down the moment a STEM problem gets tough? In this discussion, we’ll take a closer look at the factors that chip away at students’ confidence and explore practical ways to help them push through STEM challenges with more resilience. Come also learn about the impact of process‑focused feedback and how it can reshape the way students interpret struggle and stay engaged. Participants will leave with practical, easy‑to‑use ideas they can bring directly into their classrooms or labs. 

We hope you can join the conversation! 

  • Date: Friday, March 13th 
  • Time: 12:00 pm to 12:50 pm  
  • Location: TCC Room 12-201 or Join via Zoom  
  • Facilitators: Hearther Pierce, Azwana Sadique, Jason Szymanski, Lydia Tien 
  • Hosted by Melis Kural (Teaching and Creativity Center) 

Note: This meeting supports Goal 2.4: “Identify and reduce barriers that impact student enrollment and success” of MCC’s Vision 2027 Strategic Plan. 

Jason Szymanski
Chemistry and Geosciences
03/06/2026