Hawks Corner
Hello, HACC Hawks!
Welcome to the student newsletter. HACC is dedicated to providing news that matters most to you in an easy-to-read format. We will continue to share relevant information and keep you “in the know” as we serve and support you.
This newsletter is shared with all current HACC students.
Thank you!
HACC's Core Values
- We set high goals and achieve them.
- We consistently perform above our own and others’ expectations.
- We provide exceptional service to all.
- We challenge the status quo.
- We continually strive to develop new and creative approaches to the education and training needs of our communities.
- We promote respect, collegiality, diversity and empathy in all we say and do.
- We nurture awareness and cultural sensitivity to create a climate of trust.
- We create a learning environment that appreciates diversity.
- We respect the shared governance decision-making process.
- We behave in a manner consistent with our core values.
- We are honest, open and truthful in our statements and actions.
- We provide the most accurate information available in all communication.
Help us revamp hacc.edu!
HACC is beginning a revamping project of our website, and we need YOUR help! Please take a few minutes to complete one or both of the following activities:
● Online card sort (Find out more about a card sort here!)
Please share the links above with students, colleagues and community members. Your input will help make HACC’s website better than ever.
Thank you!
Join Our Amazing Team!
Do you enjoy helping others? Are you excited to share your story and what you have learned?
Then apply NOW to become a HAWK Guide with the New Student Orientation Unit!
Develop your leadership skills, find new friends, and be more involved with HACC students as a peer mentor and leader.
For more information, or to apply, visit https://www.collegecentral.com/hacc/ or email us at orientation@hacc.edu.
As a student, you can contact this office at any time via email at orientation@hacc.edu or 717-780-2513.
Prioritize Your Mental Health
Happy April, HACC Student! A new month brings on many things including warmer weather, getting outside more, busier workloads and other activities that tend to fill our “to-do” lists. This April, we wish to encourage you to prioritize your mental health and make room for things that fuel not only your physical body, but your mental space too! To assist you in taking time this month to add healthy mental health practices to your to-do list, we’ve gathered some resources that may be helpful! Find more resources on the HACC calendar of events during the month of April.
Mental Health Matters | Multiple Dates Available @ 8:30 p.m. (see more information on registration page): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-matters-tickets-161228744515?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch (free webinar)
Monthly Mental Health Check-In | April 3 @ 8 p.m. | Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-mental-health-check-in-tickets-238727429167?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch (free webinar)
Stress: Signs, Symptoms, Management and Prevention | April 5 @ 1 p.m. | Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stress-signs-symptoms-management-and-prevention-free-webinar-tickets-287921219117?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch (free webinar)
Understanding Compassion Fatigue & Burnout | April 21 @ 1 p.m. | Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-compassion-fatigue-burnout-free-webinar-tickets-288015882257?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch (free webinar)
Transfer Services is Here to Help You with the Transfer Process
HACC's transfer team understands that obtaining an associate degree and transferring to a four-year college or university is the primary goal of many students. We are here to make sure that you achieve your transfer goals. Don't hesitate to contact us with your questions.
Phone: (717)270-4222 ext. 413353
Email: transfer@hacc.edu
Remote Services: Monday - Friday; 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Please note the hours are subject to change. Zoom: Schedule Appointment
Drop-in on Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/96027204419
Stay up to date about transfer events by visiting our virtual bulletin board at Transfer Events (hacc.edu)
What’s the Latest News? Find out in HACC’s Online Newsroom!
Did you know that HACC has an online newsroom? Click on the link and you will find the latest news releases and social media posts. Recent news releases include information about the fall 2021 graduates and the fall 2021 full-time dean’s list.
To stay on top of the news, you can also sign up to receive alerts whenever new content is posted. But, that’s not all! Our newsroom has a searchable database where you can find news releases from over a decade ago.
Please email newsroom@hacc.edu with any questions. Thank you!
Meet HACC’s All-PA Academic Team!
These students completed an application and were nominated by a committee comprised of faculty and staff. All students are commended for their efforts and we are #haccproud to have them represent HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College. A virtual celebration will be held in April 2022.
Hannah Best
All-PA – Transfer Pathway
HACC Campus: Gettysburg
Major: Education
Kyra Boone
All-PA – Workforce Pathway
HACC Campus: Harrisburg
Major: Dental Hygiene
Robert Kopishke
All-PA – Transfer Pathway
HACC Campus: Harrisburg
Major: Computer Information Security
Jaclyn Tsimmerman
All-PA – Transfer Pathway
HACC Campus: Harrisburg
Major: Elementary Education
Evelyn Morales
All-PA – Transfer Pathway
HACC Campus: Lancaster
Major: Social Science
PASSHE APAT Scholarship Recipient
Esther Imaku
All-PA – Transfer Pathway
HACC Campus: Lebanon
Major: Nursing
Ariel Trautner
All-PA – Transfer Pathway
HACC Campus: York
Major: Business Administration
PASSHE APAT Scholarship Recipient
A special congratulations to Evelyn Morales and Ariel Trautner for also being nominated to receive the PASSHE APAT scholarship. This scholarship will pay for tuition costs for two years at a PASSHE university.
FAFSA Reminder
Students are reminded that you can complete your FAFSA for the next academic year (fall 2022) at any time after Oct. 1. Filing your FAFSA sooner allows you to be considered for the maximum financial aid possible because some grants are awarded on a first come, first serve basis.
You can complete your FAFSA at this link: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
For more information about completing the FAFSA, please see this webpage: https://www.hacc.edu/Paying/CanIGetAid/index.cfm.
You can also get help with your FAFSA questions – or even schedule a FAFSA completion appointment – through HACC’s financial aid office at this link: https://www.hacc.edu/Paying/ContactFinancialAid/index.cfm.
Act now to prepare for fall 2022 and spring 2023 enrollments!
Courtesy of thecollegeinvestor.com
“So You Want to Talk About Race” - HACC Yeah!
Having conversations about race can be difficult. However, at HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, we know these continued conversations are necessary to better our communities and the lives of those who reside in them.
HACC is proud to welcome Ijeoma Oluo (ee-joh-mah oh-loo-oh) for a discussion based on her New York Times bestselling book, “So You Want to Talk About Race.” On April 11 at 1 p.m., HACC students, employees and community members are welcome to attend this inspiring event. The College is also offering a limited number of free copies of “So You Want to Talk About Race.” Copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For event details, to register and learn how to receive a copy of the book, please click here.
The College thanks event sponsors, the HACC Foundation and the Giant Company, for their support of this event.
For additional information about the event, please contact Teresa Graham.
Ultimately YOURS,
Office of Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
YOUR Learning Commons is Here to Support You
Why visit HACC Learning Commons?
To increase YOUR academic strength through Tutoring
To access Library resources
To receive technical assistance through User Support
To learn more about what academic services are available to you, please visit the Learning Commons homepage.
How can an Informational Interview help YOU learn more about a career field?
Engaging in an Informational Interview is an Experiential Learning Opportunity (ELOP). Career Services can help YOU Explore, Discover and Connect to a variety of experiences which allows YOU to choose a career path that suits YOUR skills and talents best!
The purpose of an Informational Interview is not to land a job, but instead it is an informal conversation to gather valuable information. Now, YOU become the interviewer! This can be information about a career field, an industry, an organization, the particulars of a certain job’s function such as the day-to-day duties and responsibilities of a person in that position, or even seeking guidance on how to achieve your career goals from a person who works directly in that area of interest to you.
So, how do you get started?
First, determine your goal(s) for doing the informational interview. Dedicate one notebook to Career Services Opportunities. Write down these goals. This way you can clearly communicate why you want to connect with this person and what information you hope to obtain from the conversation.
Second, with whom do YOU want to interview? To find potential people with whom to interview, locate people who work in the career industry that interests YOU. Please log in to YOUR College Central Network (CCN) and search in HACC’s Career Mentor Network for professionals in YOUR field/major who have already volunteered their time to do Informational Interviews. Then research that person and the organization. If you need to activate YOUR free CCN account and/or want to learn how to use the Network, please let us know.
Third, draft YOUR Informational Interview email request. Use a sample email template to make your request. We are happy to assist YOU!
Fourth, since this is an interview you need some basic and then very specific interview questions. Career Services has developed Informational Interview Packets to assist you. Call 717-780-2433 or email CareerServices@hacc.edu. Check out HACC’s Career Services webpages: https://www.hacc.edu/Students/CareerServices/internships-and-experiential-learning-opportunities.cfm.
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Free Noncredit Micro-Credential Courses
If you are registered for 12 or more HACC credits, you are eligible to complete FREE noncredit micro-credential courses! These courses can be completed at your own pace and are offered fully online. At the end of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion. Courses will include:
Introduction to Project Management: This six-hour course is an introduction to the concepts of project management.
Job Readiness for the Healthcare Professional: This eight-hour course will provide soft skill strategies for success and give the student an advantage in the job market.
Job Readiness for the Professional: This eight-hour course will provide soft skill strategies for success and give the students in health careers an advantage in the job market.
Spanish for Emergency Medical Services (EMS): This 16-hour course is designed for EMS personnel wanting to gain basic knowledge of essential words and phrases.
Spanish for Health Careers: This 16-hour course is designed for healthcare professionals who want to gain basic knowledge of essential words and phrases.
Working in a Diverse World: This three-hour, self-paced course focuses on our diverse traits, behaviors, beliefs and practices and how we perceive and interact with others.
You may also participate in two workforce development career explorations: health careers and public safety.
Eligible students received an email with detailed information.
Virtual Spring Student Transfer Fair
This transfer fair is an opportunity for you to meet with the transfer schools on your list. We expect nearly 50 colleges/universities to be in attendance and ready to speak with you one-on-one. Don't miss this chance to learn about the transfer and application processes, including information about scholarships and campus tours. You are welcome to attend the event whenever you can drop in.
When: Tuesday, April 12 and Wednesday, April 13
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Zoom: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/93419682641
Please email transfer@hacc.edu with your questions.
HACC Hawks Begin Spring 2022 Strong
The HACC Hawks men’s and women’s basketball programs have concluded for the winter 2021-22 season. Both teams worked hard and put up a tough team effort as they endured a competitive schedule this past winter. The men’s team finished with a 3-7 overall record. The men’s and women’s basketball programs both look to improve and continue to grow as a team next season. The men’s basketball team top scorers were Keith Davis, Anthony Alviani, Christian Bingaman, Elijah Thomas and Matthew Fravel. For the women’s team, Mary Nyagwoka, with 22 points overall, Laquandra Climmons with 22 points, and Daniela Moreta with 21 points, were the team’s top scorers this winter season. As the winter programs conclude, the spring 2022 season has begun.
The HACC Hawks Esports team has had an explosive start to the spring season as they have an eight-game win streak. The Hawks are dominating in the cyber arena in each match! Most recently, the HACC Hawks Rocket League team took on the Carl Sandburg College Chargers with their newest addition; Jordan "JLAB" Labriola. Jordan Labriola scored his first goal of the season in the very first match of the first pitch! The HACC Hawks dominated the first game with the Sandburg Chargers trailing behind, only able to score one goal. The Hawks capitalized offensively and took the win in game one; 6-1. In the second game, the Hawks came out firing on all cylinders as Brady "Voltres" Sartori and Benjamin "HelloLADY" Doutrich both scored a hat trick giving the team the advantage. The Hawks captured the victory in game two with an 8-0 win against the Chargers. In the third and final game, the HACC Hawks put the nail in the coffin by ending the match with a 6-3 victory. This win gave the HACC Hawks a 3-0 sweep against the Chargers. In other exciting news, the Hawks Esports Overwatch team's match March 4, 2022, against Trinity Valley Community College was chosen as the "Match of the Week" and was produced and casted by EsportsU which is partnered by the NJCAAe. This organization consists of professional Esports producers and casters that select NJCAAe matches to showcase.
W.A.R.E. is hiring student workers for Spring 2022. If you are interested, please contact Patty Lentz at palentz@hacc.edu. This is a great opportunity to further engage in the HACC community and get involved as a student! Also, W.A.R.E is hosting Weekly Wellness Zoom Classes each week from Tuesday through Thursday. The class offerings are Functional Fitness, Yoga, Circuit Workout and T’ai Chi. These classes are great stress relievers, energy boosters and can be found on the Wellness Calendar located at www.hacchawks.com.
Check out the Hawks in action at https://www.twitch.tv/haccathletics and Hawk Esports at https://www.twitch.tv/haccesports. Go Hawks!
Tutorpalooza 2022
On May 1, 2022, tutoring will be holding the fifth Tutorpalooza event. This is an additional day of tutoring held the Sunday before final exams begin. Students can join the drop-in room to meet with tutors throughout the day beginning at 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. This extra time is the perfect time to ask last-minute questions or get clarification on topics important to finish the semester successfully. This is in addition to the regular hours, so if appointments are not available Saturday, April 30, students can drop-in Sunday, May 1.
The link to our drop-in room, and a lot of other tutoring information, can be found on our website: https://libguides.hacc.edu/learningcommons/tutoring.