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Hello, HACC Hawks!
Welcome to the Hawks Corner! 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.
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And the winner is… Hawks Corner
And the winner is… Hawks Corner
We asked you to vote on a new name for the student publication. The results are in, and Hawks Corner is the winner!
Thank you to those who participated.
New Student Orientation is Going Strong for Fall 2020!
New Student Orientation is Going Strong for Fall 2020!
New Student Orientation sessions are up and running for fall 2020. During these sessions, we will assist you with:
● Making a smooth transition to college
● Engaging with available HACC resources
● Finding your why, or the reason you chose to attend college
● Discovering similarities and differences among your fellow HACC students
Due to the global pandemic, all orientation sessions are being held remotely via Zoom. After you register for orientation, you will receive a Zoom link via email the day before your session date. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact orientation@hacc.edu five days before your scheduled date.
As a HACC student, you have access to Orientation Homebase, a comprehensive document that will help you confidently access key HACC services and personnel. You can access this document at any time by logging in to your myHACC account and selecting “New Student Orientation Homebase” under the Student Success > New Student Orientation tabs.
Dorian Samardzic recently attended New Student Orientation and said:
“The New Student Orientation was highly beneficial to me as it provided informative details regarding the many different clubs/groups I could attend and be an avid part of during this time of hardship and it showcased how many individuals persevered/overcame obstacles while attending HACC. This alluded to the idea that anyone, regardless of their background and personal experiences, can evolve to become a successful individual as a result of attending HACC!”
The New Student Orientation team is looking forward to meeting you at an upcoming session. We are #HACCproud that you chose HACC to advance your education!
HACC Graduate To Have His Name in Lights at the Kennedy Center
HACC Graduate To Have His Name in Lights at the Kennedy Center
We are very proud to congratulate HACC graduate Kyle Rossi on his acceptance into the Dramaturgy Intensive Program with the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, led by Mark Bly and featuring other theatre luminaries such as Moisés Kaufman.
Kyle says he is grateful that he is “getting to do such an awesome program with some great people from the theatre world.” It is a dream come true.
Kyle received his associate degree in fine arts in theatre at HACC and looks forward to his future as a Dramaturg as he begins his senior year at York College, where he is completing his bachelor’s degree in theatre.
This photo shows Kyle performing the role of Georg in HACC Theatre’s production of Spring Awakening, for which he also served as Dramaturg.
Student Spotlight: Isabel Jungclaus
Student Spotlight: Isabel Jungclaus
HACC has a new major! The English major launched in fall 2019, and by end of the academic year, 63 students had declared majors in English.
Isabel Jungclaus was one of the first students to sign up. For Isabel, the decision to declare English as a major was easy: “I have been fascinated with the power of the written word since I was very young. I would read as many books as I could get my hands on, and creating my own worlds through writing seemed to follow naturally. I decided that if I was going to make the commitment to furthering my education, I had better major in something that I am truly passionate about.”
She also knew that HACC was an excellent choice for pursuing her education, especially for returning adult students. Her boyfriend, a fellow HACC student, described his positive experiences and encouraged her to apply. She notes that since arriving at HACC, she has been “expertly guided by professors and advisors who have helped me to have a much clearer understanding of my plans for the future.”
Isabel credits her classes in the English major with broadening her understanding and appreciation of literature and rhetoric and is excited about her future directions. She plans to attend either York College or Penn State University to complete her bachelor’s degree in English and publish her own novel. Keep an eye out for work from Isabel Jungclaus!
Student Spotlight: Ollie Riley
Student Spotlight: Ollie Riley
Ollie Riley recently graduated with a Certificate in photography with high honors and continues to complete courses at HACC.
Within the past year, Ollie earned the following international honors, one of which was presented at Carnegie Hall in New York City:
● International Photography Awards 2019: First Place, 3rd Place, Two Honorable Mentions
● Tokyo International Foto Awards 2019: Honorable Mention
● London International 2019 Arts Festival: Honorable Mention
Photography and Graphic Design Program Students Can Earn FREE Money
Photography and Graphic Design Program Students Can Earn FREE Money
We are excited to announce that the criteria for the Kit Cowan Memorial Scholarship Award have recently changed to allow more students to receive the FREE money they desperately need.
Can you benefit from this (and other) scholarship opportunities? HACC Foundation scholarships can help you further your education without increasing your loan debt. Scholarships help pay for books, tuition and fees.
Visit www.hacc.edu/scholarships to learn more!
The deadline to apply for credit scholarships is Sept. 21.
Thank you!
Power Up YOUR Semester
Power Up YOUR Semester
Power up this semester with energizing and motivating activities to keep you focused, mindful, and connected.
Start the semester off right with Power Up Welcome Week. Connect with fellow HACC students at Dairy Queen to enjoy a sweet treat for Student Appreciation Day on Aug. 25. After that, you won’t want to miss a power-packed workout and motivation session with Patricia Robinson from Evolve Training and Development. Keep focused with protein-powered breakfasts and snack demonstrations from HACC’s Chef Tom Long on Aug. 26. Finally, show your force with an E-Sports Super Smash Bros. Tournament to win e-gift cards on Thursday, Aug. 27!
Continue energizing your semester with activities to stretch your knowledge and challenge your thinking:
● Engage with George Floyd’s family and a representative from the Black Lives Matter organization during a panel discussion
● Hone your conversation skills with Braver Angels to reach common ground to prepare to vote in our upcoming general election
● Connect each month with fellow students during coffee talks and book clubs
● Transform your skills with sessions about improving your emotional intelligence and leading diverse groups of people – and gain powerful skills to enhance perseverance and grit
● And much more!
Don’t stop there!
Stay connected and energized by joining the Student Involvement Fair to learn more about HACC’s student clubs, Student Government Association and Student Programming Board. Help create lasting friendships, develop professional connections and participate in activities of interest.
Join in the fun and Power Up for a great semester!
For more information:
● Visit Student Involvement calendar
● Visit Student Resource Center and Lounge
● Connect with us on social media to Power Up throughout the semester
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