Community Programs
HCC is committed to the community we serve.
The college has many programs in place to enrich the lives our community's indivuals, organizations, and institutions. Below are some of these programs.
The college has many programs in place to enrich the lives our community's indivuals, organizations, and institutions. Below are some of these programs.
Appreciating diversity means acknowledging that people think, act, interact, and learn differently. The Diversity Awareness Committee (DAC) promotes valuing the impact those differences have on our community. These differences stem from factors such as socio-economic status, language, personal beliefs, political views, age, race, color, religious creed, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, gender identity, etc.
As a group of dedicated faculty, staff and students, we draw from the remarkably broad spectrum of backgrounds and experiences of Housatonic's community members, as well as that of the Greater Bridgeport Community, to contribute to the academic, professional and cultural life of the campus.
In addition, the DAC helps to develop standards by which to measure diversity appreciation and awareness, sponsors diversity workshops that address topics such as classroom dynamics, bullying and religious tolerance. It partners with other campus committees and groups to enhance programming.
Click here for Diversity Awareness Resources and Links
Members:
In an effort to combat food insecurity, Housatonic Community College provides students with three opportunities to receive healthy and nutritious non-perishables items, fresh vegetables & fruits and groceries.
Programs are open to all students and based on the honesty system and no proof of need is required.
Please wear a mask during pick-up.
Location: Lafayette Hall, L207, 2nd floor
Walk-Ins Welcome - Sign-up not necessary! Students will be able to self-select items.
Please check the website weekly, hours may change
Please check site for changes.
Students must present their school ID and be registered for classes in order to receive food. Students in need are welcome to visit The Pantry twice a month and receive a total of 20 items per month. Students are encouraged to bring their own grocery bag.
HCC Food Pantry is sponsored by Housatonic Community College Foundation and made possible with generous support from Stop & Shop
Walk-Ins Welcome - Students will be able to self-select a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits.
Please check back.
Farmer's Market Vouchers available in LH A214 Monday thru Thursday.
PLEASE NOTE: Food truck is canceled until further notice.
Check back for Fall 2022 Schedule
900 Lafayette Boulevard (pick up/drop off area next to the parking garage).
This will be conducted in a contactless and drive-through manner, and is open to current students, staff and faculty.
Mobile Food Pantry is a monthly visit made by The Storehouse Project
Please check back for announcements about our next Girls in Tech Annual Expo.
Where Girls Can Explore the Career Path of Technology
QPR empowers participants to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know. People trained in QPR learn:
LOCATION: TBA
The training is made possible by the Garrett Lee Smith Grant from SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).
The critical thinking skills and applications of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) are fundamental to the current and future workforce. STEAM is the newest approach in connecting national STEM initiatives with art. STEM + Art = STEAM. (stemtosteam.org)
Job opportunities in STEAM are consistently on the rise and in order to succeed in these STEAM areas students are required to have a strong and innovative foundation.
Students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) can find over 40 associate degree and certificate opportunities at Housatonic Community College.
Housatonic Community College wants to properly prepare our students for the economic future by educating and producing a strong foundation in STEAM. Students at Housatonic Community College can choose from over 40 associate degree or certificate options under the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math disciplines. We as a college want our students to be up-to-date and equipped for a seamless transfer to a four year institution and for the future labor market. Student success is the result of college and professional readiness. Housatonic Community College is in gear to move full STEAM ahead!
Looking to change your major to a STEAM pathway? Click here. Do you want to become a STEAM student or find out more information, please contact STEAM Coordinator, Robin L. Avant at .
By supporting underrepresented students in STEM, colleges can better follow through on their economic promises to enrollees. Closing racial and gender education pay gaps depend on closing STEM education gaps.
https://www.bestcolleges.com/blog/diversity-inclusion-college-stem