HACC Events and Activities
HACC Events and Activities
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.
Greetings HAWKS! You may notice something a little different in this section. We are thrilled to announce that OCLER has 53 programs and events lined up for October! That’s too many to fit on a single flyer without making it feel endless. To keep things fresh, we’re switching things up with a storyboard showcasing the exciting opportunities coming your way. Get ready to explore, engage, and plan your month by checking out the flyers below! Scan the pinned QR code for a complete overview of the month.
~ Week of October 6, 2025 Events & Programs ~
“Who you are is beautiful and amazing."
~Laverne Cox
*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.
S'more Support for Midterms!
Week of October 6-10
Midterms are tough, but you've got this! Here's something sweet to brighten your day! All week stop by KEYS/CARE and grab a Smores kit!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by KEYS and The CARE Center.
Locations: Gettysburg Welcome Center
Harrisburg Whitaker 123
Lancaster MAIN 327
York Welcome Center
Get to Know Global
Gettysburg - Tuesday, October 7 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Lancaster - Wednesday, October 22 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
York - Thursday, October 30 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Interested in how you can travel at HACC? Want to propose a trip to go on? Come grab a cup of coffee and learn about the office of Global Opportunities & Education!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by The Center for Global Opportunities and Education.
Locations: Gettysburg: HUB Lobby
Lancaster: Main 105
York: Leader Cafeteria
F-1 Student Campus Connections
Wednesday, October 8 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Please join us as we discuss how to get involved on campus, participate in programs and more!
All are welcome.
Sponsored by International Student Services.
Link: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/94928137424
Women's Volleyball Match
Tuesday, October 8 at 6 p.m.
Come cheer on your HACC Hawks at the Women’s Volleyball Match against Northampton CC. Show your HACC pride and support as your fellow student-athletes! You can also watch the match being streamed on Twitch: HACC Athletics.
All are welcome.
Sponsored by W.A.R.E
Location: Evans Center Gym at Harrisburg campus.
Colorful Cupcakes
Thursday, October 9 from 1 to 3 p.m.
All HACC students are welcome to come decorate a cupcake with pride and receive information from The Trevor Project!
All are welcome.
Sponsored by Student Involvement.
Location: Cooper Lobby at the Harrisburg campus
Links: The Trevor Project Coming Out Handbook
The Trevor Project How to Signal You're an Ally
Men’s Soccer Match
Saturday, October 11 at noon
Come cheer on your HACC Hawks at the Men’s Soccer Game as they take on County College of Morris! Show your HACC pride and support your fellow student-athletes!
All are welcome.
Sponsored by W.A.R.E
Location: Soccer Field at the Harrisburg Campus.
Greenwich Village Bus Trip
Monday, October 13 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Discover History and Culture in New York City!
For just $20, join ATLAS, SGA, and Student Involvement on a trip to New York City to explore Greenwich Village, one of the nation’s most iconic cultural neighborhoods, widely recognized for its rich history of social change and community activism. The day includes a guided walking tour with Christopher Street Tours, followed by free time to explore the area on your own.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by Student Involvement, ATLAS, and Student Government Association
Location: Bus departing from Harrisburg Campus
Link: SIGN-UP
*Physical Wellness*
Lancaster Barbershop #2
Wednesday Oct 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 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 Main 105 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: Main 105 at the Lancaster campus.
Link: SIGN-UP
World Mental Health Day
Thursday, October 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Celebrate World Mental Health Day with Community Standards, WARE, & Student Involvement! Learn more about mental health, play a few games, grab a snack, and win prizes! We can’t wait to see you!
All are welcome.
Sponsored by Community Standards, WARE, & Student Involvement.
Location: Evans Center Gym at the Harrisburg campus.
Edible Cinema: Latin American Street Food
Thursday, October 9 from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by learning about the cuisine and traditions of Latin America. The Chef's Apprentice will feature a special menu for Hispanic Heritage Month. F-1 International students are welcome to stop by C217 to pick up a free lunch voucher. Join us in the Cooper 2nd Floor lobby while we watch the docuseries, Street Food: Latin America. Vouchers are limited to the first 20 students.
All are welcome to join for the screening.
Sponsored by International Student Services.
Location: Cooper Second Floor Lobby at the Harrisburg campus.
PTK Scholar Dash
Saturday, October 11 at noon
Join your Phi Theta Kappa Executive Board and get outside for a 5k! The Scholar Dash is a fundraising opportunity to offset the membership cost for eligible students. The Scholar Dash promotes fellowship rather than speed so we welcome all participants to join us.
All are welcome.
Sponsored by PTK, ANO Chapter.
Location: Meet in front of Evans at the Harrisburg campus.
Link: SIGN-UP
DONATE on behalf of Middle States or email phithetakappa@hacc.edu for additional information.
*Emotional Wellness*
Mental Health Mondays
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.
Hispanic Heritage Month Paint By Number
Tuesday, October 7 from noon to 1 p.m.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in a creative way! Grab a Paint by Number Kit inspired by iconic Hispanic figures and honor culture, history, and legacy one colorful brushstroke at a time. Perfect for all skill levels!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by The Center for Global Opportunities and Education.
Locations: Gettysburg-Welcome Center
Harrisburg-Cooper Lobby
Lancaster- Main 105
York-Welcome Center
*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!
Submit Your Writing and Artwork to The Copper Quill!
Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis.
Do you enjoy writing poetry, reviews, or short works of prose (fiction or nonfiction), taking photographs, and/or creating works of art? If so, please consider submitting your work to HACC’s online literary arts magazine, The Copper Quill, for possible publication in an upcoming issue! Feel free to reach out to us with questions at haccliteraryjournal@gmail.com and to submit your work via the weblink below.
Current HACC students, HACC faculty and staff, and HACC alumni are welcome to submit their work.
This opportunity is made possible by The Copper Quill, HACC’s online literary arts magazine.
To submit your work, please visit: https://sites.google.com/view/thecopperquill/submissions?authuser=0.
Hawk Study Sessions
Lancaster - Thursday, October 2 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
York - Thursday, October 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Gettysburg - Tuesday, October 7 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Harrisburg - Wednesday, October 8 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.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.
Locations: Lancaster - Main Cafeteria
York - Leader Cafeteria
Gettysburg - The HUB
Harrisburg - Cooper 2nd Floor Common Area
Voter Education Week
York - Thursday, October 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Harrisburg - Monday, October 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Lancaster - Tuesday, October 7 from 8:30 to 10:30 am
Gettysburg - Tuesday, October 7 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
All students are invited to learn about voting for National Voter Education Week. Come make sure you are registered to vote, know where to find your polling place, and find out who is on your ballot! Students who demonstrate that they have verified this information will receive free food on a first come, first serve basis. Virtual students are invited to use the links below to participate. The deadline to register to vote is October 20, 2025.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by Student Involvement.
Locations: York - Leader Cafeteria
Harrisburg - Cooper Lobby
Lancaster - Main Cafeteria
Gettysburg - The HUB
Links: Check voter registration
What is a PA Supreme Court Retention Election?
Empowerment Book Club Launch
Monday, October 6 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Join a community of readers passionate about growth, courage and self discovery. Empowerment Book club (formerly Leadership book club) will be reading and discussing GRIT- The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth. For any questions or concerns, you may reach me at nakilgor@hacc.edu.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by KEYS and The CARE Center.
Link: GOOGLE FORM
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.
Banned Books Week Silent Book Club
Thursday, October, 9, 11 a.m. -1 p.m. in person, and 4 - 6 p.m. on Zoom.
Read for your rights! All are welcome to join us in the HACC Learning Commons and Library to celebrate Banned Books week from October 5-11. Any time your campus library is open, you’ll be able to find curated displays of banned books, and we encourage you to find a cozy spot and read, or check one out to take home. On Thursday, October 9, stop by in person for a Silent Book Club and refreshments, or participate virtually on Zoom. More information can be found at the links below.
All are welcome.
Sponsored by HACC Learning Commons and Library.
In person: https://hacc.libcal.com/calendar/lc/silentbookclub
Zoom: https://hacc.libcal.com/calendar/lc/silentbookclub-virtual
*Financial Wellness*
Flexing your Finances #2
Wednesday Oct 8 from noon to 1 p.m.
With so much complex information and feeling the crunch from class or work, making financial decisions may not be easy. There will be two financial advisors who will be coming to help you manage and build your financial literacy and knowledge. Hope to see you there!
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by the Center for Male Engagement.
Location: Cooper 209A at the Harrisburg campus.
*Occupational Wellness*
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 but you can 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!
All are welcome.
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.
Transfer Services Virtual Drop-ins
Every Wednesday, from 10 a.m. – noon
To schedule a Zoom appointment, please use Navigate. If you have questions please email transfer@hacc.edu or call 717-221-1750.
All fall enrolled students are welcome.
Sponsored by Transfer Services.
Zoom Link: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/8251344967#success
HACC’s Harrisburg Career & Internship Fair!
Tuesday, October 7 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Come visit HACC general, healthcare and nursing employer partners to discuss experiential learning, internships, & employment opportunities.
For more information check out the e-flyer on the Career Services Padlet or the events section of your College Central Network (CCN) account.
All students and alumni are welcome!
Location: Cooper Lobby at the Harrisburg campus.
Transfer Fair – Harrisburg Campus
Wednesday, October 8 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Are you planning to transfer to a 4-year college after graduating from HACC? Join us at HACC’s Transfer Fair! Meet with representatives from approximately 50 colleges and universities who are ready to share information about their programs and answer your questions.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your transfer options and plan your next steps!
All are welcome.
Location: Cooper Lobby at the Harrisburg campus
Career Services Virtual Drop-ins
Wednesday, October 8 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Want to learn more about what Career Services offers? We offer a variety of services on a drop-in basis. Get answers to your career-related questions and learn why it is important to get connected to career services NOW! Drop-ins are limited to 15-20 minutes in order to serve all students.
All HACC students are welcome to attend!
Join us via Zoom: https://bapps.hacc.edu/zoom/?room=S%2FovJCmD2blKZA%3D%3D%3A%3Alv%2FSZoxH6unqiF6f%3A%3A70aHPwLrTzjt8EURWlgscg%3D%3D
HACC’s Internship Process and How to Create an Internship Search Action Plan! Get an edge over other candidates applying for employment by doing an internship to gain valuable experience!
Thursday, October 9 or Wednesday, October 15 from Noon – 1 p.m. OR request workshop presentation materials to view at your leisure.
Discover valuable information about internships! Learn how to create an action plan so you can successfully search for internship opportunities! Students should already have their CCN account activated. If you haven't done that yet, contact career services for assistance.
All are welcome.
Zoom link: https://hacc.zoom.us/j/92995252411 OR
Email HACC Career Services at careerservices@hacc.edu to request the workshop materials.
Transfer Partner Campus Visit to Shippensburg University
Monday, October 13 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (approximately)
Join us as we travel from the Harrisburg campus to Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, 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.
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“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)