Summer can feel a little different when you are a college student.
Your regular semester routine changes. Some offices may have different schedules. You may be taking a shorter class, working more hours, or trying to figure out what you need before the fall semester begins.
Then you have a question and think:
“I do not know what support is open in summer.”
That is a common question, and you do not have to figure it out by yourself.
The Coalinga College Firebaugh Center connects students with academic and student support services throughout the year. Some services may have different summer hours or availability, so it is always a good idea to check before visiting or make a quick call.
Here are some places to start.
Start With Firebaugh Center Student Services
If you are not sure which department can answer your question, Student Services is a good first stop.
You can ask about enrollment, student records, getting connected with campus resources, and other questions about your student experience.
Contact Firebaugh Center Student Services
Firebaugh Center Student Services: 559 934 2980
You can simply say:
“I am a student and I am not sure who I need to talk to. Can you point me in the right direction?”
You do not need to know the name of the department before you call.
Need Help With Your Summer Classes?
If you are enrolled in a summer course, your instructor is one of the first people you can contact when you have questions about classwork.
You can also use the myWestHills Student Portal to access Canvas, student email, and Student Self Service.
Checking Canvas regularly is especially important during summer because shorter courses can move quickly.
If you are having trouble accessing Canvas or your online course, the West Hills Help Desk provides information about Canvas support and other technology resources.
Tutoring Can Still Be Part of Your Summer Plan
Maybe you started your summer class feeling confident.
Then you reached a chapter that made absolutely no sense.
You reread it.
You try the homework.
You look at the problem again.
Nothing.
That is a good time to ask for help.
The Coalinga Tutorial Center provides individualized and group tutoring, and tutoring support is available through the Firebaugh Center. Students can walk in or schedule appointments depending on their needs.
Explore Tutoring and Academic Support
Firebaugh Center Tutoring: 559 934 2965
Do not wait until you are completely lost.
Getting help early can make it easier to keep up with a fast summer course.
The Firebaugh Center Library Is Another Place to Start
The Firebaugh Center Library provides academic library services along with tutoring, class orientations, and textbook checkout. The college notes that summer library hours may vary, so students should check current information before visiting.
Visit the Coalinga College Library and Learning Resource Center
Firebaugh Center Library: 559 934 2976
The library can be useful when you need a place to study, access academic resources, or figure out where to find information for a class.
Need Help Planning Your Next Semester?
Maybe your summer question is not about the class you are taking right now.
Maybe you are already thinking about fall.
You might be wondering:
“What classes should I take next?”
“Am I missing a requirement?”
“Can I graduate on time?”
“Should I take another class this summer?”
That is where counseling can help.
Connect with Coalinga College Counseling and Advising
A counselor can help you review your educational plan, talk through course choices, and think about your next steps.
You do not have to wait until registration opens to start asking questions.
What About Financial Aid?
If you are taking summer classes, you may also have questions about financial aid.
You might be wondering whether you are eligible for summer aid, what paperwork you need, or how your enrollment affects your financial aid.
Visit Coalinga College Financial Aid
The college's student support information lists Financial Aid as a resource for questions about FAFSA and the California Dream Act, scholarships, eligibility, types of aid, and disbursements.
When you have a financial aid question, it is better to ask before making an enrollment decision.
Check Before You Visit
One of the easiest ways to avoid frustration during summer is to check hours before heading to campus.
Summer schedules can be different from regular semester schedules.
The college catalog specifically notes that library summer hours may vary.
If you are planning to visit the Firebaugh Center, you can also check campus information and directions.
The Firebaugh Center is located at 900 O Street in Firebaugh, California.
When in doubt, call first.
A quick phone call can save you a trip and help you connect with the right person.
You Can Still Get Help Online
Summer support does not always mean walking into an office.
The myWestHills Student Portal gives students access to important online tools, including Canvas, student email, and Student Self Service.
The West Hills Help Desk also provides online technology support, including resources for Canvas and login issues.
If you are away from campus for part of the summer, check online first to see what you can take care of remotely.
What If You Are Not Sure Where to Go?
You are not expected to memorize every department at the college.
If you need help but do not know who to contact, start with Student Services.
You can also ask your instructor, counselor, or a Firebaugh Center staff member.
Try saying:
“I have a question, but I am not sure which department can help me.”
That is enough to get the conversation started.
Summer Is a Good Time to Ask Questions
You do not have to wait until the semester gets busy to use college resources.
Summer can be a great time to:
- Get tutoring before a class becomes difficult
- Meet with a counselor about your educational plan
- Check your financial aid questions
- Make sure you can access Canvas
- Find a place to study
- Get connected with Student Services
- Prepare for your next semester
Even one conversation can help you feel more prepared.
You Are Still a Student in the Summer
Just because the semester looks different does not mean you are on your own.
If you are taking summer classes, planning your next semester, or simply trying to figure out what comes next, there are people who can help.
If you are thinking, “I do not know what support is open in summer,” start with one call.
Firebaugh Center Student Services: 559 934 2980
Firebaugh Center Tutoring: 559 934 2965
Firebaugh Center Library: 559 934 2976
You do not have to know exactly what you need before you reach out.
Start with the question. The Firebaugh Center can help you find the next step.
Helpful Resources
Firebaugh Center Student Services
Call 559 934 2980 for help getting connected with student services.
Tutoring and Academic Support
Connect with academic support and Firebaugh Center tutoring.
Library and Learning Resource Center
Find library resources, tutoring support, textbooks, and study resources.
Counseling and Advising
Get help with educational planning and your next semester.
Financial Aid
Get information about financial aid, scholarships, eligibility, and summer questions.
myWestHills Student Portal
Access Canvas, student email, Student Self Service, and other student tools.
West Hills Help Desk
Get help with login issues, Canvas, and other technology questions.
Firebaugh Center Campus Information
Find the Firebaugh Center location and campus directions.