Advocacy & Resource Center


When life happens, we have resources that can help. The ARC is designed to assist students with non-academic barriers and help the student to get back on the path toward graduation. The office functions as a resource and referral center. 

Need Assistance?

Click on the Texas-Sized Care image to the left or click here to request support. An ARC Team Member will be in touch!


Please note, TSTC will be closed 12/21/24-1/1/25. We will respond to requests after returning to campus on 1/2/25. If you have an emergency, please contact campus police or 9-1-1. 


Campus police contact information can be found here: 

https://www.tstc.edu/student-life/safety-and-security/


You can find community resources here: 

https://sites.google.com/tstc.edu/culture-of-caring/advocacy-resource-center-arc/community-connections?authuser=0 

The ARC's goal is to partner with students by providing resources, guidance, and support services to promote your success. We can help you with:


Scroll down to read more about how we can help!

Basic Needs

The ARC can assist students who are insecure in their basic needs. Please fill out the form labeled "Assistance Request" and someone will contact you as soon as possible. 

Child Care

The ARC also provides referrals for child care. Some locations assist with child care stipends. Services are contingent to meeting the qualifications for each respective campus and child care servicing agency.

Requirements: 

Food Pantry

The ARC assists students who are food insecure by offering snacks, non-perishable food and personal hygiene items. This service is free for all students. We believe hunger should not be an obstacle in reaching your academic goal. Donations of nonperishable food and personal hygiene items are always welcome.

Lending Library

The ARC assists students with books from the Lending Library. Priority is given to Special Population students including: non-traditional, out-of-workforce individuals, single parents, Veterans and students with disabilities. Each campus offers services unique to their specific student population. Please see the applicable college personnel on your campus to be directed to resources provided at your location.

Transportation

Transportation stipends are available for students who commute to campus. Services are contingent to meeting the qualifications for each respective campus.

Requirements:

Frequently Asked Questions:



The ARC primarily awards grant or scholarship funds, which do not have to be paid back. These funds will be awarded through your personal bank account or TechOne/Bank Mobile student account. Students can change their refund preferences through their bankMobile account or by contacting their Student Accounting department.



To apply for assistance, locate the Culture of Caring icon on the TSTC portal page or visit the Culture of Caring webpage. All current TSTC students are eligible to apply for assistance. 



To promote a Culture of Caring at Texas State Technical College, we are dedicated to addressing student-defined needs, eliminating barriers, and doing Whatever it Takes to help our students reach success.


The ARC provides a range of assistance for students:



The ARC’s goal is to develop a partnership between the student and their ARC Coach by providing resources, guidance, and mentorship to promote student success. Visit the Advocacy & Resource Center at your local campus to schedule an appointment or find contact information for your ARC Coach on the Culture of Caring webpage. 



In case of an emergency: call 9-1-1. 

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: dial 9-8-8.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: call 800-799-7233


For urgent basic needs such as homelessness or food insecurity, contact your local ARC Coach and inform them of your situation.

Services for Students Who Are The Parent or Guardian of a Child Younger than 18 Years of Age
ARC staff members serve as liaison officers for current or incoming students at TSTC who are the parent or guardian of a child younger than 18 year of age. ARC can provide information to students regarding support services and other resources available to students at the institution including, but not limited to:


Services for Students Who Were Formerly in the Conservatorship of DFPS
ARC staff members serve as liaison officers for current and incoming students at TSTC who were formerly in the conservatorship of DFPS. ARC can provide information regarding support services and other resources available to the students at the institution and any other relevant information including, but not limited to: