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Note-Taking

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Tests and Exams 

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Staff Contacts
 
John Newton, M.Ed
Program Coordinator
Academic Success Coach
Email: jnewton3@ucmerced.edu
Schedule: calendly.com/jnewton3
Location: SE 1, Suite 270
 
Abel Hernandez, MS
Academic Success Coach
Email: abelhernandez2@ucmerced.edu
Schedule: calendly.com/abelhernandez2
Room Location: SE1, Suite 270

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