1. Reading Lab
The Reading Lab offers a variety of services for students and community members to utilize. We are located in the Coles Building in Rooms 119 and 120 on the Heritage Campus. Our reading lab hours for the fall and spring semesters are as follows:
Reading Lab Hours
| Day of the Week |
Fall/Spring Hours |
Summer Hours |
| Monday to Thursday |
8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. |
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday |
8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. |
8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. |
| Saturday |
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
The types of services that we offer include the following:
- Reading assistance in all content areas including homework help.
- Free Tutoring in reading, vocabulary development, and Weaver assistance especially for READ 0305, ENG 0305, INRW 0408, and ESOL courses. Our reading lab staff tutor students who need extra support in writing specifically reviewing or learning grammar rules, paragraph formation, MLA citation, and other mechanical processes related to writing for INRW courses.
- Help with navigating Canvas, WEBDMC, DMC email, and Weaver especially for READ 0305, ENG 0305, INRW 0408, and ESOL courses.
- Use of 50 computers and printers. Students can print 5-6 pages in the reading lab or visit the Venters Business Building for larger printing jobs.
- Throughout the semester, the Reading Lab offers free workshops to students especially those enrolled in READ 0305, ENG 0305, INRW 0408, and ESOL courses.These workshops are designed to provide strategies to help students in reading and writing.
You can schedule an appointment or reserve Room 103 by visiting the Reading Lab section of the Del Mar College website (https://www.delmar.edu/offices/reading/reading-lab.html) or by calling the Reading Lab at (361) 698-1535. We offer both in person and online help.