HACC Yeah®! News
Greetings, HACC supporters!
November is Native American Heritage Month. This month serves to highlight and celebrate the richness and contributions that Native Americans add to the world. Additionally, we recognize and mourn the struggles and trauma that their community has endured for centuries. Here at HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College, we stand in support of the Native American community, past and present.
Welcome to our newsletter, HACC Yeah®! News
We will continue to share relevant information and keep you “in the know” as we serve and support HACC students.
In this difficult time, we want to share with you the ways HACC and the HACC Foundation are doing our part during the global coronavirus pandemic. Please visit hacc.edu/Coronavirus for more information.
Please contact foundation@hacc.edu if you have any questions or need additional information.
Thank you!
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HACC Medical Assistant Students Benefit From Support From the HACC Foundation and the Justamere Foundation
The College is offering its Medical Assistant Certificate Program as a part-time, noncredit evening program in January 2023 to address a shortage in this high-demand field. Eligible Dauphin County residents can receive up to 90% of the cost of HACC’s tuition, thanks to the generosity of the HACC Foundation and Justamere Foundation. With the tuition assistance, each student will pay only $600 plus the cost of medical and background clearances.
Linnie S. Carter, Ph.D., APR, the vice president of college advancement at HACC and executive director of the HACC Foundation, said, “This partnership involves the largest community college in Pennsylvania, a foundation focused on generational poverty and the medical profession. For us, this is an ideal coalition to ensure that Central Pennsylvanians have trained medical assistants when we need them – in fact, BEFORE we need them. We are grateful for the Justamere Foundation’s investment in HACC students and our community. We will uphold our commitment in this partnership in hopes this support will continue in the future.”
Classes begin Jan. 23, 2023, and will be held Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Instruction will be a combination of in person and virtual classes.
Please share this information with interested future students who live in Dauphin County. To schedule an appointment and get further details about the tuition assistance, please email jafoster@hacc.edu or call 717-221-1354.
Photo Caption: HACC medical assisting students practice techniques
Donor Spotlight - Fast Five Interview
The HACC Foundation is grateful for the support of our donors, including HACC employees. In this “Fast Five” series, we are featuring Dr. Ski.
What is your full name?
John J. “SKI” Sygielski
What is your job title?
President and CEO
How long have you worked at HACC?
11 years
Why do you contribute to the HACC Foundation?
I contribute to the HACC Foundation because I see, firsthand, the life-changing difference my investment makes in changing lives, destinies and family trees. I see how a high school student, who had to work to financially support her family, was able to begin her college career with the hopes of becoming a nurse. I see how a single parent was able to graduate from HACC and help her family become self-sufficient. I see how a recently laid-off individual was able to attend HACC and become a certified welder, something he wanted to become his entire life. Finally, I contribute because I was the recipient of the generosity of others and would not be responding to this question if it were not for many individuals, who I never knew but who believed in me through their contribution.
If you could share a message with a friend or family member to encourage them to contribute to the HACC Foundation, what would you say?
If you want to invest your hard-earned dollars in an investment that will pay dividends for individuals, families and communities for years to come, please invest in the HACC Foundation. In fact, your investment could help prepare your next physician, nurse, plumber, child’s teacher, accountant and chef at your favorite restaurant.
HACC Foundation Donor Funds Live Fire Training
A HACC Foundation donor provided $10,800 to fund live fire training for the fire departments of Lower Paxton and West Hanover Townships. These trainings were imperative to the efficacy and efficiency of the departments' personnel and equipment.
The funding provided a total of 48 hours of live fire training for the following departments:
Colonial Park Fire Company
Paxtonia Fire Company
Linglestown Fire Department
West Hanover Township Volunteer Fire Company
In each of these training evolutions, the volunteer firefighters were able to engage live fire and utilize their knowledge and skills to become better first responders. Ultimately, the training will save lives and property by providing first responders with the most realistic training available.
HACC Students Are Thankful for You This Holiday Season!
Many HACC students are grateful to complete their education thanks to charitable donations made by HACC’s devoted supporters, like you.
A gift of any size can help to provide a quality education to students like Resha.
“HACC has changed my life, attending at HACC gave me confidence to choose my degree. HACC has gave me a chance to achieve my dream becoming a nurse.” - Resha, HACC Student
Please consider some of the following ways to help HACC students:
Make a donation to a greatest area of need on Nov. 29 to be part of the worldwide #GivingTuesday movement.
Set a monthly donation so you can feel the joy of helping a HACC student each and every month! You can even make your donation in honor of or in memory of a loved one.
Make a pledge to give a gift by breaking it into weekly, monthly, quarterly or annual contributions
P.S. – Did you know that donating to the HACC Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) public charity, could have significant benefits for you? Please see the many ways to give to learn more!
Thank you!
2021-22 HACC and HACC Foundation Annual Report is Now Online!
The 2021-22 HACC and HACC Foundation annual report is now available online. This year’s report focuses on Discovering Our Strength!
For 2021-22, did you know?
The CARE Center provided assistance to 354 students with financial assistance and free local and government resources.
A new Anatomage table, an advanced 3D anatomy visualization and virtual dissection tool, was purchased for use by all EMS certification courses (EMT, Advanced EMT, Paramedic, PHRN, Critical Care) as well as continuing education programs.
The PNC Foundation awarded a $112,500 grant to the HACC Foundation that will provide full-ride scholarships for Black students enrolled in HACC’s Police Academy or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program.
Please read more in our annual report.
Thank you for choosing HACC!
Upcoming Events
HACC Student Honors Photography Exhibit Runs through Dec. 8
An exhibit of student photography will be on display through Dec. 8, 2022, in the Rose Lehrman Art Gallery on the Harrisburg Campus of HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College.
The exhibit will showcase over 40 photographs by current students. The collection covers a variety of subject matters, including landscapes, portraits, still lives, nudes and architecture. A public reception for the students will be held Dec. 8 from 5:30-7 p.m. in the gallery. Awards will be presented at 6 p.m.
Gallery hours are Monday-Friday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-7 p.m.; or by appointment.
For more information, please call Shawn Williams at 717-780-2478.
Let’s Celebrate OUR #HACCgraduates!
Our graduating students work hard – inside and outside of the classroom. To reach the momentous achievement of obtaining a HACC degree, certificate or diploma, they battled the global pandemic on the frontlines, raised children, supported families and worked full-time jobs.
Are you graduating this semester or do you want to celebrate our graduating students? #HACCyeah!
To celebrate our graduating students, you can:
View the livestream of HACC’s fall 2022 Commencement ceremony on YouTube (more information will be added to HACC’s website closer to the event).
Share YOUR excitement on social media and tag HACC in your post
Use #HACCproud and #HACCgraduate in your social media posts
HACC’s fall 2022 Commencement ceremony will be held on Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Giant Center in Hershey. Please continue to check our Commencement website for updated information.
Thank you!
Join Us For Events at HACC!
You are invited to participate in the exciting HACC events we have coming up.
Please visit the HACC Events Calendar for more information. We will see you there!
We Want To Hear From You!
YOUR story matters.
We are #HACCproud of our students, alumni, Board members, donors and employees! We want to hear about how HACC changed your life and the people who helped you on your path to success.
It only takes a few minutes to share your story with us. You can record a short video or complete a short questionnaire. When you are ready, please go to hacc.edu/Stories.
Please note that your story may be featured on:
Ads (including Facebook and TV)
Billboards
Emails
HACC’s Facebook, Instagram or Twitter pages
Websites (hacc.edu and haccfoundation.org)
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact us at releaseform@hacc.edu. Thank you!
HACC is Hiring, So Come Join Us!
HACC is looking for high-performing professionals ready to serve and transform the lives of students.
If you are interested in being a part of the HACC employee community, please visit our career site to view available positions.