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!

HACC's Core Values

Excellence:

We set high goals and achieve them.
We consistently perform above our own and others’ expectations.
We provide exceptional service to all.

Innovation:

We challenge the status quo.
We continually strive to develop new and creative approaches to the education and training needs of our communities.

Inclusivity:

We promote respect, collegiality, diversity and empathy in all we say and do.
We nurture awareness and cultural sensitivity to create a climate of trust.
We create a learning environment that appreciates diversity.
We respect the shared governance decision-making process.

Integrity:

We behave in a manner consistent with our core values.
We are honest, open and truthful in our statements and actions.
We provide the most accurate information available in all communication.

HACC's 2022-2023 Student Handbook

As an enrolled student at HACC, know that you BELONG! There are opportunities to connect with other students and engage in activities in and out of the classroom.

Get involved! Use resources such as tutoring, instructors’ office hours and the learning commons. Join a club or an affinity group to help you connect and find support.

We hope that you will take advantage of all that HACC has to offer as you work toward a degree completion for graduation or to transfer on to another institution. If you aren’t sure what assistance you need, let the student handbook be your guide.

We look forward to another wonderful and productive school year.

Successfully

YOURS.

Attention! Fall 2022 GRADUATING students

Apply to graduate by Oct. 1, 2022 to receive your diploma

Commencement ceremony information will be sent to YOUR HawkMail in mid-October.

HACC's Interfaith Prayer Rooms

In order to better support the diverse religious needs of our students, we are proud to announce that HACC has dedicated interfaith prayer rooms at the Harrisburg and Lancaster Campuses! These rooms are open to all students and employees of all faiths for prayer and meditation, and are provided particularly in response to our Muslim students’ request to have a safe and comfortable place to perform mandatory prayers throughout the day. Those who wish to utilize the room are encouraged to bring their own prayer rugs; however, mats are also available to use.

Locations:

● Cooper 130 at the Harrisburg Campus.

● East Building 311B at the Lancaster Campus.

Coming soon: York interfaith prayer room.

For further information, please see these articles regarding the religious practices of Muslim students and the unique needs of Muslim students in higher education.

Students and staff may contact internationalstudent@hacc.edu with any questions.

What is SNAP?

SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It is a federal program that helps millions of Americans put food on the table.

Do you know that SNAP eligibility is temporarily expanded to certain students enrolled in higher education?

All college students with $0 expected family contribution on their FAFSA, or found eligible for work-study, may now be eligible for SNAP (during the pandemic).

How can I apply for SNAP?

Call 1-866-550-4355 to complete an application over the phone.
Online: https://www.compass.state.pa.us/compass.web/Public/CMPHome
Paper Application: can be downloaded and printed at https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/SNAP.aspx or picked up at your local county assistance office

What if I need help completing the SNAP application?

The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank can assist students with completing the application or the HACC CARES Center.

I received SNAP benefits. Are there other programs or benefits at the college that can help me?

Most students who receive SNAP benefits are also eligible for KEYS. The KEYS program provides:

Intensive Case Management - 1:1 support person - KEYS Facilitator
Financial Assistance with child care, transportation, clothing, books, school supplies, school registration fees, school equipment, etc.
College and community resource information and referrals

How do I sign up for the KEYS program?

Please complete the KEYS Referral here!

Where can I learn more about KEYS?

KEYS will hold 3 KEYS/SNAP info sessions via zoom:

Time: Sept. 1, 2022 10-11:00 AM Eastern Time; https://hacc.zoom.us/j/9451490216
Time: October 6, 2022 10-11:00 AM Eastern Time; https://hacc.zoom.us/j/9451490216
Time: November 3, 2022 10-11:00 AM Eastern Time; https://hacc.zoom.us/j/9451490216

Rest IS Mental Wellness

Happy October, HACC Student! We at HACC wish you a great new month of learning and balancing all the important parts of your life as you continue toward a great semester. Life responsibilities are necessary, but can at times leave you with little time to rest. We wish to encourage you to take care of your mental wellness this month by taking a moment to rest. Resting can look like taking an intentional moment to breathe, connecting with nature, writing down your thoughts or engaging with those you care about. To help you get a jump-start on resting, we wanted to offer some helpful resources below. Remember to check the HACC calendar of events during the month of October for more resources and program!

Free Stretch & Rest with Kristen | Oct. 7 @ 10:30 a.m. | FREE Webinar | Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-stretch-rest-with-kristen-online-tickets-412249518407?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
The Science Behind Mental Health | Oct. 6 @ 12 p.m. | FREE Webinar | Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-science-behind-mental-health-free-webinar-tickets-399590133847?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
Breathe, Meditate and Relax | Oct. 13 @ 6:30 p.m. | FREE Webinar | Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breath-meditate-and-relax-tickets-100456327580?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch

HACC Library & Learning Commons Fall Semester Update

YOUR Library & Learning Commons is here for you!

Need a place to study, research or use a computer? Library & Learning Commons spaces are open Monday-Thursday. For more information, check the Learning Commons Updates page.
Need help with a class? Tutoring is available on-campus and online (via Zoom). For more information, see the Tutoring schedule.
Need assistance with time management, organization or study skills? Academic Coaching appointments are available on-campus and online. Make an appointment today.
Need help with locating resources? Make a Research Appointment with a Faculty Librarian.
Need help with technology? User Support technicians are available on campus and remote. For more information, see the User Support page.
Need to print? We have printing hubs setup at the campuses. Check the User Support Printing page.
Need a place to meet with a group? Book a study room in YOUR campus library.

To best serve you, we will maintain hours of operation and regular service hours during Fall Break (Oct. 17-18).

HACC’s CARE Center Is Picking Up Momentum

The CARE Center is a one-stop shop to assist all students currently attending classes with non-academic barriers such as housing, transportation, daily necessities, mental health, utilities, etc. The CARE Center views all of our students holistically and understands that you are more than just our amazing students. You are providers, caregivers, trailblazers and breakers of generational curses. When creating a bright future for yourself and your family there can be bumps along the way. The CARE Center is here to ensure that these are small speed bumps that may cause you to slow down and seek support but not to tap the brakes completely during your academic journey.

This past academic year the CARE Center served over 340 students due to the hard work and dedication of CARE Center Coordinators Emmanuella Brown and Nancy Moya! The CARE Center believes in taking student requests at face value without a student having to plead their case for our assistance. The Center provides individual immediate support and a long-term plan for success for each student which can include plugging the student into community and government resources. We really take to heart the Empower in our name. If you or a peer are looking for assistance please complete the CARE Center intake form. We are happy to serve you and want to ensure that you are fully supported! #HACCHasYourBack

CARE Center Intake Form: https://forms.gle/9UemzCYa8C5oNEMA8

Nakia Perry, Director of CARE Center

Does Your School District Pay A Portion of Your Tuition?

Did you know that HACC has an agreement with select school districts in our service areas to provide a tuition reduction to their students? These school districts have agreed to pay a portion of your tuition if you have lived in their school district for at least a year- even if you did not go to high school in the area. The good news is that this benefit will not cost you anything! All you have to do to receive the tuition discount is show that you have lived in that school district for at least a year and submit the necessary application to your school district. To learn more about this tuition reduction opportunity, click here. If you have questions about this or how it applies to your account, contact the Welcome Center.

Connect with HACC on Social Media

The College has a variety of social media pages, and we would love for you to engage with us on those platforms.

Please:

Visit hacc.edu/SocialMedia
Select your platform of choice
Follow us
Comment, like and share posts from the College
Tag us in YOUR HACC-related posts/tweets

We will see you online!

For any questions, please email imcprojects@hacc.edu.

Socially YOURS.

HACC Joins Achieving the Dream Network

HACC is excited to announce that it’s been chosen as one of seven colleges to join the 2022 cohort of Achieving the Dream (ATD) Network. As part of this honor, we will work with ATD to holistically advance equity, access and student success. Please visit our online newsroom for more information.

HACC Hawks

The fall 2022 season has begun! Make sure to catch a game and support your HACC Hawks as they compete within the EPAC Conference and Region 19 of the NJCAA in women’s volleyball, esports, cross-country and men's & women’s soccer. For a complete schedule and updates, please go to the HACC Hawks Athletic webpage, which can be found here: https://hacchawks.com/landing/index.

HACC Women's Volleyball made the national poll during week one after an impressive start to the 2022 season. The team joined the top 10, coming in at #7 in the NJCAA Division III Rankings. This is the second time a HACC team has been ranked nationally since joining the NJCAA in 2012. The Hawks Women's Volleyball team was ranked #9 in 2019. The Hawks Women's Volleyball team captured two wins in the Tri-Match at Raritan Valley, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022. The Hawks swept Queensborough Community College and Raritan Valley Community College; 3-0. #HACCYeah #HACCProud

Check out the Hawks in action at https://www.twitch.tv/haccathletics and Hawk esports at https://www.twitch.tv/haccesports.

AshiaJ of Ashia AfroCardio LLC. will be providing a fun and upbeat AfroCardio class from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Evans PE Center Room 107. This is a weekly class held each Monday evening you won’t want to miss! Tuesday afternoons from 12-12:45 p.m. you can participate in a Circuit Workout class held in the Evans Center Room 107. If you cannot attend in person, the Circuit Workout class will be via Zoom as well. These are just a few of the exciting programs planned for the Fall term. For all Wellness programs, Wellness Classes and Events please visit the Wellness Calendar on the Hawks website: https://hacchawks.com/composite_wellness.

Don’t let your Career Path SPOOK you this October! 🦇

The air is colder, the leaves are turning colors, CHANGE is in the air! Maybe you’re totally secure with your major/program, and maybe you’re wondering what you got yourself into. Career Development is a journey—and no matter where you are in yours, Career Development and Transfer Services is here to help you!

Did you know it’s common for students to change their major at least once? You might even have credits to apply to a program in the same field—something you might have never known existed! Career Development and Transfer Services is here to assist you in uncovering your path, help you in exploring career fields and prepare for the world of work. We can even support you as you investigate the transfer process and discover your opportunities.

You can make an appointment remotely or on campus! Check Navigate to make an appointment or call 717-780-2433 or email careerservices@hacc.edu.

Check out our Career events this October: Career Services Event Board!

IN-PERSON FALL TRANSFER FAIR

(Date and time vary by campus)

Thinking about transferring? Want to meet with some transfer reps to talk about transferring and the application process? Learn about scholarships? Join us to get all of your transfer questions answered by Transfer Services and multiple transfer partner representatives from colleges waiting to speak with you one-on-one about their transfer opportunities.

All HACC students considering transferring to a 4-year college or university

Where and when:

Harrisburg Cooper 102A/L/W Lobby Fireplace: Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 10:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Lancaster East 203 (Multi-Purpose Room): Thursday, Oct. 20, from 10:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Gettysburg Room 130 (Multi-Purpose Room): Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 10:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Check out our Transfer events this October: Transfer Services Event Board!

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