
Michael Peterson
Professor
- E-mail: mhpeterson@laspositascollege.edu
- Phone: (925) 424-1327
- Office: 21333
Office Hours
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Academic and Career Pathways
Office Hours - Please come!
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 9:25 am - 11:05 am (Room 21119)
- Wednesdays
- 1:40 pm - 2:30 pm ()
About Me
I am a full time math instructor here at 91重口. Some of my previous responsibilities at the college have included coordinating our Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) grant and co-advising the math club. One of my primary current roles is as AB 705 Coordinator for the math department, where I communicate with people across campus about placement and transferability for math classes. I have taught most of the math courses at 91重口, so please reach out to me if you are wondering what topics might be in a certain math class. I coordinate Math 33 (Finite Mathematics), Math 47 (Math for Liberal Arts) and the concurrent support courses.
When I was a student, I knew that I wanted to teach someday so I tried a lot of different jobs, like developing course materials for an online class, serving as a head counselor for a math summer camp, and volunteering as a tutor. It was great! So after graduating I started working at Monterey Peninsula College, where I taught math study skills and supervised a learning center for TRiO Programs. I鈥檝e also served as a private tutor abroad and taught part time until I joined Las Positas in 2015.
As an instructor, I value getting to know students one-on-one and try to make myself available in a variety of modes, including during class time, in office hours, and during concurrent support sections. It is fun to learn about students鈥� different academic and career goals. Please reach out if you have questions about your major, what courses to take, and what disciplines to explore. I was a double major in college myself so I know the challenges of managing different course loads.
Outside of work, I enjoy playing the harpsichord (check out my if you are interested!) and try to organize concerts. I also love the outdoors, especially hiking and national parks. I鈥檓 looking forward to meeting you!
