It's National Tutor Appreciation Week, so get to know one of UMBC's amazing tutors!

Veneeth Antony

Tell us a little about yourself.

Hello everyone! My name is Veneeth Antony, I am a Bioinformatics & Computational Biology Major, Pre-Med Track, currently a junior. I tutor Chem 101/102/351/352, Math 151 and below, Physics 111, and Biol 302 and below. My favorite music album is Under Pressure by Logic, give it a listen! I like playing soccer, volleyball, and tennis recreationally with friends. I also enjoy going on scenic hikes as well. 

 

Tell us about how you are involved on campus.

I am a researcher in a Bioinformatics Lab on campus, PI is Dr. Maricel Kann. I am Treasurer for National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), check us out! I am a Teaching Assistant for CHEM 351 and BIOL 302. I am also part of delta class of the professional Medical Fraternity Phi Delta Epsilon.

 

How and why did you get involved in being a tutor? 

I enjoyed tutoring whenever I was given the opportunity in high school and when taking my classes. I found it rewarding and I understood the material much better after tutoring as well. One of my fellow classmates recommend that I apply to be a tutor for the LRC. Being able to be payed for tutoring and offering it for free to students sounded like an amazing opportunity so I filled out an application, received an interview, and here I am!

 

What is your favorite thing about being a tutor?

My favorite thing about being a tutor is a student walking out after a session with a better understanding of a concept they were struggling with when the came in. I also love meeting and interacting with new students. 

 

Why should students utilize tutoring?

Tutoring is super beneficial. I have used it when taking most of my more difficult classes and it just helps to solidify my understanding of material. It also ensures you at least spend an hour a week on material you may not have spent time on.

 

What advice would you give students on about how to prepare for a tutoring session?

The best way to prepare for a tutoring session is to have questions and concepts prepared for the tutor. Come in with having practice completed so you know what skills you need improving upon. If you do that the tutor can also offer short cuts or tips catered to your needs. 

 

When and where can someone work with you through the Learning Resources Center?

You can find me at the first floor of the LRC, Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:00PM, hope to see you there!