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Meet Our Faculty
Dotty Russo
Professor of Mathematics
Dotty Russo, a highly credentialed professor of mathematics, taught higher-level math courses until a colleague suggested that she seemed ideally suited for entry-level classes. Trading calculus for whole numbers, Professor Russo now teaches Basic Mathematics and Developmental Mathematics. She focuses her efforts on students who are not quite ready for college-level math.
Professor Russo’s students fall into two camps: those who avoided math and science in high school and those who have been away from school so long that they have forgotten everything they learned in the first place.
"It’s important for them to be welcome here and start wherever their skills are.”
Whatever the circumstances, Professor Russo meets her students where they are.
Our Commitment to Your Success
Today’s and tomorrow’s employers need people with skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). You can be one of them!
Delaware County Community College is committed to helping you complete the degree or training you need for a job in one of these fields. To put you on the path to one of today’s high-growth, high-wage STEM careers, we offer:
Value for your education dollar
Completing the first two years of your bachelor’s degree here can save you thousands of dollars. Our courses in the STEM fields are equivalent to those offered at four-year schools, but the cost is much lower.
Programs at every level
Our wide range of programs includes:
- short-term certificates that prepare you for a good job in just a year or two, or
- associate degrees that allow easy transfer to four-year schools.
So whether you want to take the first steps toward a bachelor’s degree, prepare to enter today’s high-growth fields now or just take a few courses to upgrade your job skills, there’s an option for you here at Delaware County Community College.
Courses at all levels
We’ll place you in the courses that are right for you – from basic to advanced – so you can build your skills and knowledge one step at a time. If you’re not ready for college-level work, we’ll help you get there. If you’re ready to be challenged, we offer advanced courses that will transfer easily to four-year institutions.
High-quality instruction
Our courses are equivalent to those offered at four-year schools, but they cost thousands less. They are taught by dedicated faculty members who bring to the classroom a combination of academic credentials and real-world experience. A high-quality education in STEM is available right here, close to home.
A helping hand in math
We can bring you up to speed in math with courses ranging from basic skills to college algebra and differential equations. If you’re a math whiz, we can challenge you with intense classes that will transfer to upper-level courses at other institutions.
Support services
The College offers a wide range of support services to help you succeed in the classroom, including tutoring, the Learning Commons and our Office of Student Success and First-Year Experiences. Our staff is here to support you and help you reach your goals for your education – and your STEM career.
Cutting-edge facilities and technology
At our STEM Center and Advanced Technology Center, you’ll learn in brand-new, advanced laboratories outfitted with the latest equipment and technology. Whether you continue your studies or go directly into a job in one of today’s STEM fields, you’ll be ready to succeed.
