“A capacity and taste for reading gives access to whatever has already been discovered by others.” – Abraham Lincoln
Mission: The mission of the Literacy Center is to provide the best and most current individualized reading and study skills programs to students enrolled at Los Angeles Harbor College. Students will acquire the necessary critical reading and study skills needed to succeed in their educational goals.
Fast Facts about Reading:
- President Kennedy required his staff to take speed reading courses.
- There is a direct positive correlation between reading ability and income.
- Employers rank reading and writing as the most desired skills
Services: The Literacy Center, located in the Library + Learning Resource Center, is designed for all Harbor College students at all levels to strengthen and improve their college reading approaches, vocabulary, and study skills. Services are offered both in person and remotely/online.
Fall 2021 Hours & Contact Information
Monday & Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Location: Library + Learning Resource Center (LLRC) 103B/Library, first floor
Phone: (310) 233-4238
Email: khanst@laccd.edu
Center Instructor & Tutors
Shazia Khan – Literacy Center Instructor
Tutoring Staff – Debbie & Sarah
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