HACC Events and Activities
HACC Events and Activities
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Greetings Hawks!
Greetings Hawks!
Please explore this site for a list of HACC activities and events.
For event details, registration, and questions please email studentinvolvement@hacc.edu or the sponsoring area/group.
October
October
~ Week of September 29, 2025 Events & Programs ~
“Success is its own great reward. But failure is a great teacher too, and not to be feared. ”
~Sonia Sotomayor
*Social Wellness*
HACC Student Engagement Groups include:
ATLAS: Advocacy, Togetherness, Liberation, Allyship, Support (LGBTQ+ group)
A Disability Rights Alliance
Jewish Student Association
Men of Connection and Integrity
Military/Veteran Affairs
Second Chances (Reentry and Justice Involved Students)
Women of Connection
If you are interested in joining a student engagement group or learning more about what HACC has to offer, sign up here.
Women of Connection-Monthly Meeting
Monday, September 29 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Women of Connection Monthly Meeting Join us for our monthly meetings and be in community together!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by Women of Connection.
Link: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/7589494640
LOTERIA~ Join us for Mexican Bingo!
Wednesday, October 1 from 5 to 6 p.m.
KEYS students are invited to play Loteria- Mexican Bingo! Enjoy laughter, prizes, and community! Snacks and refreshments provided- Empanadas and rice!
All KEYS are welcome.
Sponsored by KEYS.
Location: Whitaker 123 at the Harrisburg campus.
Men’s Soccer Match
Saturday, Oct. 4 at 1 p.m.
Come cheer on your HACC Hawks at the Men’s Soccer Game as they take on Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland! Show your HACC pride and support your fellow student-athletes!
All are welcome.
Sponsored by W.A.R.E
Location: Soccer Field, Harrisburg Campus
*Physical Wellness*
Free Meal Thursday
Weekly, Thursdays, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The CARE Center is here to support you! Join us for a free meal every Thursday.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by The CARE Center and SGA
Locations: Gettysburg: Outside of the library
Harrisburg: Whitaker Hall 123 H
Lancaster: Main Building Cafeteria, Rm. 111C
York: Leader Building Cafeteria
Hispanic Heritage Month Snacks
Throughout the month of October
Stop by the International Student Services office throughout the month for coffee and snacks from different Latin American countries. While supplies last!
All are welcome.
Sponsored by International Student Services.
Location: Cooper 217 at the Harrisburg campus.
Harrisburg Barbershop # 3
Wednesday, Oct 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Center for Male Engagement is hosting Barbershop events for students. If interested you will need to click this link to make an appointment or you can stop by Cooper 206 for food. If you don't have an appointment, you will not be able to receive a haircut, we are not accepting walk-ins. Spots are LIMITED so sign up as soon as you can.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by The Center for Male Engagement.
Location: Cooper 215 at the Harrisburg campus.
Link: Sign-Up
*Emotional Wellness*
Mental Health Mondays: Journaling
Monday, September 29 from 9 to 10 a.m. & 5 to 6 p.m.
Mental Health is wealth, and we want to ensure you are well! Stop by the Holistic Support Suite for Mental Health Monday for a snack and conversations about supporting your mental wellbeing.
All are welcome.
Sponsored by Student Access Services and Community Standards and Engagement.
Location: Whitaker 226 at the Harrisburg campus.
*Intellectual Wellness*
Community Connections: Celebrating Latino Heritage - Voices in American History
September 15 - October 15
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15) with this virtual program featuring PBS's acclaimed series "VOICES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos," hosted by John Leguizamo. Choose from three episodes exploring pre-Columbian empires, Latino influence on American identity, or overlooked Latino contributions throughout U.S. history. Watch any episode at your convenience, then complete our Google Form with your insights for a chance to win prizes.
All fall enrolled students are welcome to participate.
Sponsored by Student Involvement.
Links: EPISODES
Learn About Central PA's LGBTQ Heritage! Resources and Giveaway
From October 1 to October 24. Winners announced October 27.
International Student Services is honoring LGBT History Month by highlighting local businesses and resources here in Central PA. Review and share your thoughts in our survey to be entered to win a prize spotlighting the community here in Central PA! Prizes include coffee and mugs from Elementary Coffee in Harrisburg and Out in Central Pennsylvania: The History of an LGBTQ Community by William Burton with Barry Loveland.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by International Student Services.
Link: Fill out this form to be entered in our giveaway!
Hawk Talk! English Language Conversation Group
Weekly, Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Join us for a fun, friendly, and supportive space to improve your English conversation skills while meeting new people! Open to both native English speakers and those who want to practice. *Lunch vouchers for Chef’s Apprentice will be provided to those who participate.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by International Student Services and The Learning Commons.
Location: McCormick Library Room 202
Link: Sign up here!
Digital Compass: Navigating HACC Tech
Tuesday, September 30 from 11 a.m. to noon
Learn about HACC technology! Join us as we share how to use HACC's systems for academic success. Do you know how to navigate D2L? Do you know how to schedule a meeting with your professor or academic advisor? We'll teach you all of that and more!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by International Student Services and The Learning Commons
Location: McCormick Library Classroom Room 110
Hawk Study Session: Lancaster Campus
Thursday, October 2 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Hey HAWKS! Come get free food, relax with friends, do some de-stressing, or get quiet studying done! Whatever you need for mid-terms, Hawk Study Sessions are here for you. Please check for details about your specific campus, all students from all campuses are welcome.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by Student Involvement.
Location:
North by Nuuk, Greenland After Rockwell Kent, Photographs by Denis Defibaugh
A lecture by the photographer will be held on Oct. 6 at 6 p.m. in Whitaker 214.
The lecture will be followed by a reception and book signing at the gallery.
To purchase the book to be signed by Denis Defibaugh at this event, please go to the HACC Bookstore website. Purchased books will be picked up at the event. The exhibition will be on display at the Rose Lehrman Art Gallery at the Harrisburg campus from Oct. 6 – Nov. 7.
The exhibition, lecture and reception are open to all students, staff, faculty and community members.
Location: Rose Lehrman Art Gallery and Whitaker 214.
*Financial Wellness*
Road to Reality
Join us for a session presented by Jennifer Nicrone, Community Relationship Manager & Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor
Take Control of Your Financial Future! Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop that will empower you to make smart financial decisions during college and beyond. Learn how to manage your money, understand credit, and plan realistically based on your future career.
What You’ll Learn:
The reality of “net income”
Understanding your credit score
How your financial choices today impact your future
Before the Workshop please complete these quick steps by September 27:
Fill out the https://share.hsforms.com/1MIK8TZzWTJeOiTB_xTtngQ527vt
Research the entry-level salary range for your chosen career (Use Ferguson’s Career Guide, O*Net, or visit your career center)
This is your chance to get real about your finances and gain confidence in managing your money. Don’t miss it!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by W.A.R.E and PSECU
Location: Cooper 209B at the Harrisburg campus
*Occupational Wellness*
How to be a Leader #2
Wednesday, October 1 from noon to 1 p.m.
Join Kecia Shaw in the second session of our How To Be a Leader series. Gain valuable insights into yourself and others, leading to more effective communication, better teamwork, and a clearer understanding of your career goals and development opportunities.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by The Center for Male Engagement.
Cooper 209A at the Harrisburg campus.
F-1 Student Employment Options
Wednesday, October 1 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Interested about your options for work as an F-1 student? Learn about student employment, internships and connect with HACC’s Career Services.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by International Student Services and Career Services.
Link: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/94928137424
Transfer Services Virtual Drop-ins
Every Wednesday, from 10 a.m. – noon
Questions: Email transfer@hacc.edu or call 717-221-1750
To schedule a Zoom appointment, please use Navigate.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by Transfer Services.
Zoom Link: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/8251344967#success
Employer and Transfer Partner Tablings on the Lancaster Campus
Wednesday, October 1 & Thursday, October 2 from 9 a.m. – Noon and 1– 4 p.m.
Come visit HACC employer and transfer partners to discuss experiential learning, internships, employment, and transfer programs and processes.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Location: East and Main Lobbies
Student Employment Tabling – Lancaster
Thursday, October 2 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Come visit the Student Employment tables to spin the wheel, win some prizes, and learn more about how to become a student worker who can Work, Learn, & Earn at HACC! Sponsored by Career Development & Transfer Services.
Email studentemployment@hacc.edu for more information.
All HACC students are welcome to attend!
Location: Main, Welcome Center Lobby Area
Transfer Partner Campus Visit to Millersville University
Friday, October 3 from 9:15 a.m. – 2 p.m. (approximately)
Join us as we travel from the Harrisburg campus to Millersville University in Millersville, PA. Embark on an immersive journey to your academic future with our university campus tour and information session! Experience the vibrant campus atmosphere, engage with knowledgeable guides, and gain insights into the exceptional academic programs that await you – join us for an unforgettable glimpse into your next educational adventure.
Transportation will be provided for free from the Harrisburg Campus OR meet us at the college/university.
Lunch will be provided.
Contact Transfer Services at transfer@hacc.edu if you have questions.
All HACC students are welcome to attend.
Sign-up here for one or all campuses: Submit Form
Explore the benefits of College Central Network’s (CCN) Career Services Resources and Tools to help you in building a successful career path.
THERE IS NO ACTUAL MEETING for this workshop. Request Workshop Video Presentation to view at your leisure. Students must have their HACC ID# and Hawkmail email address available to use during the presentation. Explore the benefits of CCN’s career resources & tools – it’s so simple!
Email HACC Career Services at careerservices@hacc.edu to request the workshop materials.
Discover How to Connect with Career Professionals for Informational Interviews, Job Shadows & other types of Experiential Learning activities to learn about different career fields and why doing an ELOPs will benefit you!
THERE IS NO ACTUAL MEETING for this workshop. Request Workshop Video Presentation to view at your leisure. Discover the value of informational interviews, job shadows and more! Explore the different types of experiential learning opportunities that can help you learn more about a particular career field.
Email HACC Career Services at careerservices@hacc.edu to request the workshop materials.
“As an institution of higher education, HACC is committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all people and perspectives. HACC embraces, supports, and actively pursues an environment that reflects and values the community it serves and the global society in which we live. Programming and activities promote a college-wide atmosphere of collegiality, respect, and cultural competence. While all are encouraged to participate in these programs, we respect individual choices not to attend if a particular program or event conflicts with personal beliefs and values. However, please be advised that discriminatory conduct and harassment undermine the dignity of individuals and hinder the College’s educational mission and values. Such conduct will not be permitted. Failure to comply with community standards could result in disciplinary action. Lastly, if accommodations would support your full participation and engagement, please consult with your SAS Coordinator or contact Marsha Leonard at maleonar@hacc.edu or 717-780-1103.”
Sources (College Policy 007, College Policy 039, and Shared Governance Policy 505)
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