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!
Welcome to the fall 2021 semester!
As you are getting back into the swing of things for fall, we want you to know that YOUR New Student Orientation Team is here to help! We are here to:
● Help you complete your fall 2021 enrollment process.
● Remind you that you always have access to Orientation Homebase.
● Connect you with a peer mentor at hawkguide@hacc.edu.
● Cheer you on and let you know that you can do this and that we are happy to have you at HACC!
Best of luck for a successful fall semester! If we haven’t met you at orientation yet, please email us at orientation@hacc.edu.
Summer semester
● Aug. 12 - Last day of summer classes
● Aug. 17 - Final grades available to students online for 12, 8, and 2nd 6-week parts of term
Fall semester
● Aug. 3 - Apply for spring 2022 HACC Scholarships from Aug. 3 to Sept. 21
● Aug. 9 – Financial Aid can be used for bookstore purchases
● Aug. 16 - The HACC Bookstore campus locations will be open with limited hours
● Aug. 30 - Classes Begin (14 week and 1st 7-week classes)
● Sept.13 - Late fall classes begin
Coming Next Issue
● Find out when the winter/spring schedule of classes will be available to view online
Advising Corner
Academic Advising is here to assist you in reaching your academic goals. Classes start on August 30. If you would like assistance with course selection and registration please visit us in remote advising. Our hours, phone number, and zoom link can be found on the Academic Advising webpage.
Did you know you can find your academic advisor information in your MyHACC account? Check out the screenshot!
One More Class!
Students are encouraged to consider participation in the College’s One More Class initiative, which aims to shorten students’ time to graduation by having you take an additional course each semester. Contact Academic Advising today through remote advising for assistance in the course registration process and to talk about adding one more class for the fall semester.
Did you know… earning your degree sooner means that you can start pursuing your career goals quicker and save you from spending money on additional years in college costs?
Bucknell University Summer Scholars Program
HACC is a proud partner of Bucknell University as they offer the Bucknell Community College Scholars Program (BCCSP). The program takes place over six weeks during the summer which consists of living at Bucknell, two transferrable college classes, and an opportunity to apply to Bucknell as a transfer student to receive a full-tuition scholarship. For students interested in learning about how they can participate in the summer 2022 cohort, an information session will be held in fall 2021. The application process will take place in early spring 2022. “Meet” some of our BCCSP scholars and find more information about the program on our website. Any questions can be directed to transfer@hacc.edu.
BCCSP (Bucknell Community College Scholars Program) 2021 HACC Participants
Jasmine Jones
Major: Business
Most excited about…the opportunity to meet new people as well as elevating myself through such a prestigious program.
Briley Maksel
Major: Marketing
Most excited about…the opportunity to live on campus with my fellow scholars and to have access to all the support academically and more from everyone at Bucknell.
Emily Ranson
Major: Biology
Most excited about…to challenge myself academically in this program and make connections with the professors.
Jaclyn Tsimmerman
Major: Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Most excited about…the education I'll be receiving and everything I'll learn in the program, the new experiences I'll have, and the interesting people I'll meet.
Student Spotlight
Take a moment to meet the newest student workers for the Student Involvement team.
Jasmine Ramos
Odiyl Alfonso
Jasmine Ramos and Odiyl Alfonso are the newest team members of HACC’s Student Involvement team, that were hired as student assistants at the end of the spring 2021 semester. Jasmine is currently working towards her associate degree in social services. She plans on transferring to Millersville University to pursue her bachelor's degree in social work.
Aside from working with the Student Involvement team, Jasmine also works in the tutoring department at HACC as a moderator. Jasmine shares that when she started attending HACC as a freshman, she didn’t think she would become so involved with the College. She also says that she never thought she would have job opportunities before graduating with a degree, so when she got the call for both of her positions she felt like her dreams finally came true.
Odiyl Alfonso is majoring in Psychology at HACC while taking on a leadership and officer role in the InterVarsity Student Fellowship Club, one of the many student clubs at HACC. Odiyl also works as a Student Involvement Assistant helping with the programming and planning of events for HACC students.
Odiyl will soon graduate, but will further pursue a higher degree at another university. She expresses her gratitude for HACC and the wonderful professors that gave her the wisdom and knowledge a college student could ever receive. Her greatest experience at HACC is, “Making friends, learning more about myself and others within each group, professors and directors I work with. Attending college at HACC has overall been a learning experience.”
Gearing up for the fall semester? Why Career Services is worth your attention now.
The fall semester is right around the corner, and with it comes a whirlwind of activity: registering for classes, buying textbooks and school supplies, and making sure you have the necessary technology, whether in the classroom or online. You may know where to go for help with choosing classes or financial aid, but do you know where to go for career help? Now is the perfect time to check out all that Career Services offers.
Career Services is here to assist you with all of your career-related decisions and support your professional growth. Visit soon, and as frequently as possible. Our team can help you with:
● Career Exploration and Direction
● Choosing or Changing your major
● Informational Interviewing & Job Shadowing
● Resume Writing
● Job Search & Preparing for Interviews
● Internships
● Volunteering
● Finding a Mentor
● Creating a LinkedIn profile
● Networking
● And more…!
No matter where you are in your career development or decision-making process, Career Services provides resources that can help you reach your career goals. Check out our landing page at www.hacc.edu/Students/CareerServices/index.cfm to:
● View Upcoming Workshops and Career Fairs
● See Career Resources, Handouts, and Guides
● Explore College Central Network (CCN), HACC’s Career Services platform that hosts resources and an online job
board
● Schedule an Appointment with a Career Advisor
Take the time now to get to know where to go for career help: check out our online resources, locate our offices on campus, mark your calendar for upcoming workshops and events, and activate your CCN account to start exploring mentors, internships, and employment opportunities. Visit soon and visit often – we are here to help you reach your career goals!
HACC Plans to Offer CLEP Testing at Campus Sites This Fall
HACC values the experiences you have gained outside the classroom through Prior Learning Assessment. One way to take advantage of prior learning is through the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP).
The College Board offers standardized CLEP exams in many content areas. Depending on the overall test score, you could earn credits toward your HACC program requirements – saving both time and money!
If you are interested in CLEP testing, you should talk to your advisor to determine how the credits could count toward your program of study. Credits earned by taking the CLEP exam can vary by college and while the College Board keeps a running list, they suggest that you double-check with schools if you plan to transfer after HACC. The CLEP homepage has all the information you need to know, including free sample questions, an explanation of the length and topics of the test, and how to get your free official exam transcript sent to HACC after taking the exam.
HACC will resume offering CLEP tests this fall semester. Please contact our Testing Center at hacctesting@hacc.edu to let them know of your interest.
PASSHE-APAT scholarship
Brianne "Bri" Beiler graduated from HACC in May 2021 and will transfer to Millersville University this fall 2021 to pursue a degree in social work. She always knew she wanted to attend MU, because it is just 15 minutes from her house, and she can walk to campus! While at HACC, Bri was an active member of Phi Theta Kappa, an honor society for students with at least a 3.5 GPA. She applied for the All-USA Academic Team and was selected to represent HACC and receive the PASSHE-APAT scholarship. This scholarship will cover tuition fees at Millersville for her final two years to earn her bachelor's degree. While attending HACC, Bri also took classes at Millersville and stated that "Having one foot in at both schools at the same time was nice and comforting. Not every transfer student has this option, but it worked well for me." Bri said having great advisors at both HACC and MU made for a smooth process, and she is looking forward to having classes in person. We wish Bri all the best and know she will have a great experience at Millersville!
Brianne "Bri" Beiler
Interested in playing a sport at HACC?
The HACC Hawks are looking for additional players for teams this year. We are currently offering the following sports: eSports, women’s volleyball, men and women’s cross-country, women’s soccer, and men and women’s basketball.
For more information, please contact Lisa Cleveland at laclevel@hacc.edu.
Please visit the athletic website at www.hacchawks.com
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