Housatonic Community College is excited to present Club Day 2022!

Learn about HCC’s many different clubs in our virtual event on February 9th at the times indicated below.
Password for all events is Spring2022.

Early Childhood Laboratory School

The nationally accredited Housatonic Early Childhood Laboratory School has a two-fold purpose: a high quality, pre-school program for the young children of students, faculty, staff, and the community; and a laboratory setting and resource for HCC's Early Childhood Inclusive Education Program and other disciplines in the college. It is located in Lafayette Hall in LH-B137near the Broad Street entrance.

To enroll, children must be three years of age by December 31 of the calendar year in which they enter the School. The School is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., 50 weeks a year.

As a laboratory setting, the Early Childhood Inclusive Education faculty assigns HCC students a variety of activities and observations that need to be completed at the Laboratory School. The director, teachers, and teacher assistants evaluate these activities and/or answer any questions that the college students may ask. Students from related fields also use the Laboratory School as a resource for fieldwork and papers.

Applications for children are available in the Early Childhood Laboratory School, the Business Office and the Admissions Office. Limited Housatonic Community College Foundation Scholarships are available for the children of students. Children are accepted into the Program on a first come first served basis. The Program serves children with disabilities and from diverse racial, ethnic, economic and ability backgrounds. For further information, call the director of the Early Childhood Laboratory School at 203-332-5030.

HCC Fitness Center (Beacon Hall room 117)

Welcome to HCC’s Fitness Center. Our mission is to provide a safe and clean workout environment for HCC students, faculty and staff. We are proud to offer a state-of-the art facility at no cost to HCC students, faculty, and staff. On occasion, we offer Zumba, Kickboxing, Salsa, Hip Hop and other classes. In order to use the Fitness Center, you must be currently registered as an HCC credit student, you must complete the application forms, and have a valid HCC photo ID. Please contact the Student Life Office at 203-332-5094 (Beacon Hall room 317) if you need more information.

Presented by the Housatonic Community College Psychology Club & Psi Beta National Honor Society

Thursday, April 27th 2017 9:00am - 3:00pm, Beacon Hall Event Center Room 214

Don't miss the following highlights!

Dr. Deirdre Yeater, Ph.D

9:30AM
Marine Mammal Cognition: Studies on Laterality in Visual Discrimination and Tests of Creativity

Dr. Yeater studied several species of dolphins in the Mississippi Sound and Honduras, as well as, at several captive facilities. Dr. Yeater has recently studied river otter behavior, environmental enrichment, stress hormone levels, personality, and conservation psychology. Her ongoing research includes a series of studies on understanding mental representations and visual laterality in belugas and a series of creativity studies with marine mammals and preschool children.

Robert D. Kerns, Ph.D

11:00AM
Chronic Pain Management

This presentation will describe the biopsychosocial model of chronic pain as the predominant model in the field and discuss the implications of this model for the assessment and management of most common chronic pain conditions. The role of psychological factors and psychological treatment approaches will be particularly highlighted.

Kelsy Gati

12:30PM
How does Music Therapy Work?

Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship. This is done by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program (AMTA). Music therapists help people with a wide variety of needs- physical, communicative, emotional, social- in a wide variety of settings, including schools, homes, nursing homes, private practice, hospitals, rehabilitation settings, and many others.

Horizons Newspaper

Housatonic Horizons is the highly regarded student newspaper of HCC, offering regular insights into the news, issues, and interests of our diverse community. Now available online, Horizons publishes new content every week during the academic year. The newspaper is written and produced by students who serve on the staff, primarily as a part of our Publications Workshops classes.

Horizons Magazine

Published in print once a semester, the magazine is a full color, glossy publication on high quality paper that showcases some of our students' best writing, design, and photography.

Join the Horizons Staff!

Interested in earning three credits while gaining valuable experience and getting published? Want to develop useful skills for a variety of occupations and build your resume or transfer application? Sign up for Publications Workshop 1, COM* E116. For more information contact Professor Steve Mark, the advisor, at

Visit Horizons.com!

New Student Orientation

Welcome to Housatonic Community College! Whether you are a new, transfer or readmit student, New Student Orientation will provide you with information related to academic and campus resources, as well as student support services, to help you acclimate to the campus environment and get the most from your college experience..

Join Us For In-Person Orientation on the Following Dates:

Thursday, January 16, 2024, 11AM-2PM
SNOW DATE Thursday, January 18, 2024, 11AM-2PM
Beacon Hall Room 214

• We encourage all students to complete the full orientation prior to meeting with a Guided Pathways (GP) Advisor.
• The orientation takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete entirely.
• You will receive a Certificate of Completion sent to your college email upon completion of all sections and the feedback survey.
• Students who complete the orientation and feedback survey are automatically entered in a CT State Community College giveaway of various items including bookstore vouchers, swag bags and more.

Features:

• It is accessible through mobile, tablet, and computer devices.
• You can bookmark orientation lessons and take virtual notes.
• Ability to stop and go and pick up where you left off.
• Closed Captioning available in English and Spanish.
• Send questions in the Ask a Question box.
• Download and print your Certificate of Completion.

How to Begin:

1. You can sign-in to complete the CT State Community College - New Student Online Orientation24-hours after being admitted to the college.
2. You will need to log into myCommNet prior to accessing the Online Orientation portal: myCommNet instructions
3. Have your myCommNet login information ready and sign in HERE to get started!
4. Complete all lessons and feedback survey.
5. Check your college email for your Certificate of Completion or download it from your Online Orientation dashboard.

 Links

• How to Access the CT State Community College - New Student Online Orientation 
• How to log into myCommNet for the First Time

What are Your Next Steps?

Make sure that you have completed the steps below to access and complete the CT State Community College - New Student Online Orientation

1. Complete the Admissions Application
2. Upload your documents to Admissions to your Application Account
3. Receive an email of Acceptance along with your Student Banner ID number
4. Apply for Financial Aid(optional)
5. Set up and log into your myCommNet account 
6. Complete your CT State Community College - New Student Online Orientation

After you have completed the CT State Community College - New Student Online Orientation follow the checklist below:

• Complete Your FAFSA & Check the Status of your Financial Aid Award
• Log into myCommNet to check the status of your Financial Aid
• Visit the Campus - Schedule a Campus Tour
• Meet with your Guided Pathways (GP) Advisor
• Transfer Students: Submit your Official College Transcript(s) for a Transfer Credit Evaluation
• Veteran Students: Meet with the Veteran Service Representative 
• Register for Classes
• Print your Class Schedule
• Get your College ID
• Get your Textbooks
• Be prepared - Go to Class

1. Reach out to your professors, Guided Pathways (GP) Advisors, and student support/campus resources
2. Manage your time
3. Don’t procrastinate
4. Connect with fellow students
5. Stay healthy
6. Go to class
7. Be prepared
8. Study smart
9. Communicate with respect
10. Take responsibility for your education

• Sign up to attend an In-Person New Student Orientation at Housatonic Community College

 Be sure to check the HCC Online Calendar for the latest events on campus! 

If you are experiencing homelessness, there are resources

Step 1: Call 2-1-1

Other Options:

1. Speak to an Advocate from the Vehicle for Change
   Schedule: Mondays - van is at HCC on State Street 9:30am-12pm
   Fridays - van is at Subways in Downtown Bridgeport 9:20am -2pm
2. Contact the The Housing Collective 860-578-8509, thehousingcollective.org
3. Fill out the form below to request assistance from HCC.

Smoking Policy

In accordance with Connecticut State Law, and effective January 1st, 2021, smoking and tobacco use will be prohibited in all facilities and grounds of Housatonic Community College campus with no exceptions. These areas include, but are not limited to; all outdoor and indoor spaces and properties, the garage and all vehicles within the garage, previously designated smoking areas, elevators, hallways, employee lounges, entrances and exits, vehicles owned, leased, or rented by the college, and any other area or property owned by Housatonic Community College. This policy must be adhered to by any individual who is on campus property including but not limited to: students, faculty, staff, members of the general public, visitors, and volunteers. This policy is effective 24/7.

For purpose of this policy, “smoking” means inhaling, exhaling, burning, carrying, or possessing any lighted tobacco product, including cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, and cannabis. For purpose of this policy, “Tobacco use” means, the personal use of any of the above listed items, as well as any not listed device that contains tobacco, THC, CBD. THC meaning tetrahydrocannabinol, and CBD meaning nonintoxicating cannabinoid found in cannabis and hemp. This policy includes Juuls, battery powered e-cigarettes, vaporizers, vape pens, automizers, and any other e-cigarettes. This policy also includes smokeless tobacco products such as snuff, chewing tobacco, tobacco pouches, and loose-leaf tobacco.

The President and/or Office of the Dean of Academic Affairs may allow tobacco or smoking for research purposes in a controlled laboratory setting that includes proper ventilation from any toxins and secondhand and thirdhand smoking. The use of tobacco products shall not be prohibited when used in connection with the practice of cultural activities by American Indians that are in accordance with the American Indian Religious Freedom Act, 42 U.S.C. sections 1996 and 1996a allowing for the use of ceremonial tobacco. All ceremonial use exceptions must be approved in advance by the Office of the Dean of Students.

Enforcement

The enforcement of this policy rests with all members of the college community, and will be followed through by a designated conduct sanction board in place and their judicial officer. Those who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary measures by Housatonic Community College and will be in violation of state laws.

HCC Student Clubs

• Advisor Information Form
• Advisor Handbook
• Club Meeting Form
• Office Student Life Club Roster
• Student Senate Constitution Draft

• African Student Association
• Alpha Beta Gamma
• Anime, Gaming & Movies Club
• Association of Latin American Students (ALAS)
• Art Club*
• Biology Club*
• Black Student Union
• Business Club
• Chess Club*
• Christian Studies Club
• Community Action* Network (CAN)
• Criminal Justice Club
• Debate Society
• Early Childhood Inclusive Education Club
• Film Club*
• Friends of the Environment Club (FOE)*
• Glee Club*
• Gospel Choir*
• Graphic Design*
• Healthy Living Club*
• Helping Hands Club*
• Human Service Club*
• Honors Club*
• International Student Alliance*
• Just Dance*
• League of Adventures
• Literature Club
• Music Club*
• Muslim Student Association
• NAACP
• Occupational Therapy*
• Phi Theta Kappa
• Pagan Attitudes & Life Studies*
• Performing Arts Club
• Psychology Club
• Photography Club*
• Political Science and History Club
• Robotic Club
• S.T.E.A.M. Club
• Table Tennis*
• Unity Club
• Veterans Club
• Worlds Culture and Traditions Club*

College ID Cards

To apply for a college ID, you must be a currently registered student or employee of Housatonic Community College.

Use and Care of Your ID Card

Each student, faculty, and staff member must obtain a Housatonic identification card.

Your College ID Card…

• identifies you as a member of the Housatonic community
• must be presented to staff when requested
• must be presented to borrow books from the library
• is required for access to parking in the Housatonic Garage, and may be used to enter and exit the garage
• is required for admission to college-sponsored activities and special events

Please see Security when you wish to obtain your ID card. Remember, you will need to present your class schedule and a photo identification card, (like a driver’s license), to obtain one.  Presently, we are not taking orders for college IDs online.

The college ID is property of the State of Connecticut and privileges may be revoked according to Board of Regents’ policy.

Please treat your ID card with care. Holes, creases, and other damage will make the card inoperable when you need it to scan-in and scan-out. Do not bend the card or leave it in direct sunlight, near other sources of heat, or in contact with magnetic fields.

ID Cards for New and Transfer Students

New and Transfer Students may obtain their ID Card by coming to Housatonic after they have registered for classes and going to the security office to have one made.

Replacement Cards

If an ID card is lost, stolen, or damaged, individuals should request a replacement ID Card by going to the security office. 

• Lost, stolen, confiscated, or damaged ID cards should be reported immediately to Housatonic Security, 203-332-5024
• To obtain a replacement college ID card, you must come to the security office.
• Replacement cards are only obtainable for registered students in good standing with the college.
• When an ID card is replaced, the Security Office will issue a replacement card with the photograph on record.

Taking Your Picture ID

• Headwear (except religious) and sunglasses are not permitted.

• Only one picture will be taken per person!

Becoming a Student Senator

A position on the Student Senate is ideal for students looking for careers or other lifelong participation within the political community or any field requiring leadership skills such as objectivity and good communication. 

A Student Senator must:

• Be elected through a petition of students and approval of the majority of current senators
• Meet basic standards pertaining to academic history and current enrollment
• Make the commitment to attend meetings of the General Assembly, attend meetings of at least one standing committee, attend a 1-credit course in parliamentary procedures and dedicate time outside of meetings and class to ensuring that student life at Housatonic is seen, heard and successful. 

Student Senate Constitution Draft

For more information on becoming a Student Senator please visit the Student Life Office BH-317.

Student Senate Elections

Please vote in our upcoming election! Elections will last an entire week from April 19-23.

Student Senate By-Laws and Constitution

We made a few changes to the Student Senate By-Laws and Constitution and we need your help reviewing the document. Please review the sections indicated and vote if you are in favor of the changes or not in favor of the changes. If you are not in favor of the changes, please join us for our next Student Senate meeting on Mondays at 2pm via WebEx (link can be found on the homepage of the website) to let us know why. Your voice matters and we want to hear from you!

Bylaws: Article X Section B- "Budget & Finance for NAACP"
Article XI Section C

Constitution:
Article XVI- "State of Emergency"

Student Elections

Housatonic Community College is Here for You

Need Assistance .... We are Here to Help! Student Services Office

HCC Food Pantry provides students with opportunities to receive healthy & nutritious non-perishable items and fresh produce. HCC Food Pantry is located in Lafayette Hall L207 and is open M-F 9am-5pm
Questions? | 203-332-5184

HCC Women's Center is committed to meeting the needs of women. The Center provides a safe environment to receive support, assistance and information. Contact Women's Center Coordinator, Katrina Camerato, 203-332-5268

HCC Men's Center provides a safe place for caring and support. Contact Men's Center Coordinator, Alexandros Valiantis, 203-332-5178,

TimelyCare - Free 24/7 Medical and Mental Telehealth for All Students

• Medical: 24/7, on demand medical provide that can treat wide range of common illness

• TalkNow: 24/7, on demand access to mental health professionals at anytime

• Scheduled Counseling: schedule an appointment to meat with a counselor

• Health Coaching: work on improving healthy lifestyle behaviors

If you are experiencing homelessness, there are resources:

Step 1: Call 2-1-1
Other Options:
1. Speak to an Advocate from the Vehicle for Change

Schedule: Mondays - van is at HCC on State Street 9:30am-12pm
Fridays - van is at Subways in Downtown Bridgeport 9:20am -2pm

2. Contact the The Housing Collective 860-578-8509, thehousingcollective.org
3. Fill out the shelter form

Experiencing Domestic Violence, Gender Based Violence, Sexual Assault Schedule an appointment with our Campus Advocate Today.

Traveling Postcards Workshops

A Traveling Postcards Workshop is a professionally led, healing arts workshop that gives voice and comfort to survivors of gender violence and their allies.

Workshops are held in coordination with counselors, victim advocates, sexual & interpersonal violence care coordinators and community leaders.

Traveling Postcard workshops are also an excellent tool for advocacy and promoting gender equality on college campuses. All are welcome and no artistic experience needed!

We bring our workshop (and postcards!) to campuses across the nation. At a Traveling Postcards workshop we believe you and believe your resilience and wisdom can change the world.

Traveling Postcards™ is a Women’s Wisdom Initiative. For more information visit www.womenswisdominitiative.org

Registration is required! There will be three workshops offered on April 11 10AM 1:00PM and 5:00PM. Please choose your time in the form below.

Transportation U-Pass Program

All you need is a U-Pass CT and your student ID to ride buses and trains in Connecticut. Get where you need to go without having to pay a fare!

1. Who is eligible?
   The U-Pass is available to both full- and part-time credit undergraduate students taking at least one class per semester on campus at the participating colleges and universities. At this time, graduate students as well as exclusively online, non-credit, and early college/high school students are not eligible for the program.


2. For how long is the pass effective?
   The Fall semester U-Pass covers August 1-December 31. The Spring semester U-Pass covers January 1-July 30.  


3. What is the cost?
   Each student is charged $20 per semester for the pass. The DOT has set this special rate for our students only; normal cost to the public is $63 per month. The transportation fee is considered an institutional charge, so financial aid may be applied.  


4. What is required for students to use the pass and on what types of transportation can it be used?
   Students must have a valid student ID to show along with their pass when using the transportation systems. Students can use the unlimited semester pass to travel within the state on rail or bus, including CTtransit and CTfastrak, but excluding Amtrak.

   Have your U-Pass and valid student ID ready when you board any of these services:

   • Greater Bridgeport Transit (gbt)
   • Norwalk Transit Housatonic Area Regional Transit (HARTtransit)
   • Milford Transit South East Area Transit (SEAT)
   • Windham Region Transit District (WRTD)
   • Magic Carpet Northwestern CT Transit District (NWCTD)
   • 9 TownTransit/Estuary Transit District Middletown Area Transit (MAT)
   • CTtransit & CTtransit Express: Hartford, New Haven, Waterbury, Stamford, New Britain, Bristol, Meriden, Wallingford
   • CTfastrak New Haven Line (intrastate travel only. Not valid for travel to NYC)


5. What happens if a student loses the pass?
   A student may only be given one replacement pass per semester. After that, they must wait for the next semester to get a new pass. 


6. >What happens if a student attends multiple CSCU schools?
   Students should only be charged once for the pass. Students will have to request a waiver after the payment of the first fee. 

Voter Registration Information

The following links provide information on CT Voter Registration and information for students.

• Voting fact sheet for students: http://www.sots.ct.gov/sots/lib/sots/ElectionServices/VoterFactSheets/CT_Student_voter_fact_sheet_2014.pdf
• Online voter registration: https://voterregistration.ct.gov/
• General CT voting information: www.sots.ct.gov/vote

What You Need to Know About Voting

Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022

• Voting gives you power
• Voting is a way to make your voice heard
• Voting is a way to bring about change

This Election Day, Nov. 8^th, you will be voting for Members of Congress – representatives and senators – as well as state and local officials. In Connecticut, you will also be voting on a proposal to allow early voting in-person. Currently, Connecticut is one of only six states that does not allow early voting in-person before Election Day. If the proposal passes, the state legislature will establish how early voting will work – but first, it needs to be approved by Connecticut’s voters. The question on the ballot will read, “Shall the Constitution of the State be amended to permit the General Assembly to provide for early voting?”

VOTE!  You have the power to make a difference.

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Here is some information from the CT Office of the Secretary of State and the League of Women Voters of CT to help you ensure that your vote is counted.

You must be registered by Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 to vote

You only need to register once unless you move to a new town. 

How do I know if I am eligible to vote in CT? You are eligible to vote if:

• You are at least 17 and turning 18 on or before Election Day
• You are a United States citizen
• You are living in Connecticut
• If you have been convicted of a felony and you completed confinement and parole, and, if applicable, paid all fines in connection with your conviction

How can I find out if I’m registered to vote in CT?

Click on https://portaldir.ct.gov/sots/LookUp.aspx to find out if you are registered and, if you are, where you vote.

How do I register to vote in CT?

You can register online – you need a CT driver’s license or state ID: https://voterregistration.ct.gov

You may also click here to print out a voter registration form. Complete it and return it to your local Registrar of Voters.

I am a student. Where should I register to vote?

You can register to vote in the town where you go to school if you live there. Or, if you want to vote from your “home” address, you can get an absentee ballot from your home state. But you can’t do both. For more information check: https://portal.ct.gov/SOTS/Election-Services/Voter-Information/Student-Voter-Fact-Sheet

If I registered a couple of years ago, do I need to re-register to vote?

You only need to re-register to vote if you moved to a new town within Connecticut or a new state. You will need to update your registration if you moved within your town and/or changed your name. You can make these changes online.

What if I forget to register to vote?

Although the deadline to register to vote is November 1^st, Connecticut allows Election Day Registration (EDR) during general elections. Most Election Day voter registration locations will be different from your polling place. It is more complicated. Check here for more information:

https://portal.ct.gov/SOTS/Election-Services/Election-Day-Registration/Election-Day-Registration

Do I have to register for a party to vote?

No, you do not have to register for a party to vote in a General Election. You only have to register for a party if you want to vote in a primary.

How Do I Vote?

• You can vote in-person:

When you register to vote you will be assigned a polling place based on where you live. Polls in CT are open from 6 am – 8 pm on Election Day.

You can check to find out where your polling place is: https://portaldir.ct.gov/sots/LookUp.aspx.

• Or, you can vote by absentee ballot:

If you cannot vote in person, you can vote by absentee ballot. You need to apply for an absentee ballot. You can apply online: portal.ct.gov/SOTS/Election-Services/Voter-Information/Absentee-Voting.

Follow the instructions about completing your absentee ballot carefully. When you are finished, mail it to the town clerk where you live. Make sure to give plenty of time (at least one week or more) for it to get to the town clerk. The ballot must be received by 8 pm on Election Day. For more information on absentee ballots: https://portal.ct.gov/SOTS/Election-Services/Voter-Information/Absentee-Voting

Your vote counts!

As a voter, you have the power to make a difference.

For more information on voter registration and voting, contact the Office of the Secretary of State, CT:  https://portal.ct.gov/sots

Sources: Connecticut Office of Secretary of State; League of Women Voters of CT

Prepared by: Congregation B’nai Israel, Bridgeport, CT

08/22

New Student Welcome Fest

Congratulations on your decision to attend Housatonic Community College (HCC)! We’d like to invite you to attend our upcoming New Student Welcome Fest.

Attending New Student Welcome Fest will give you:

• a jump start to familiarize yourself with the programs and services at HCC
• techniques to be a successful college student
• an opportunity to meet other new students who will be starting classes at Housatonic
• a chance to meet some of HCC’s phenomenal faculty and staff
• a chance to get your student id

New Student Welcome Fest will be held Thursday, August 24, 2023, 10AM-2PM.

If you have not completed the Online Orientation, you must do so prior to attending the New Student Welcome Fest. Please follow the link below to complete the Online Orientation.

To complete the New Student Orientation, visit https://housatonic.edu/student-life/new-student-orientation

If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail your first and last name, banner id #, and concern to .

We look forward to meeting and getting to know you!

Thursday, August 24, 2023
10AM-2PM
Events Center