Student Handbook 2010-2011 - Holyoke Community College

It is extremely important that students log into this system,as it is an important communication tool between student,professor, and administration. Also, urgent college-wideinformation and announcements concerning closings andevents are transmitted through this medium.The PhoenixThe Phoenix is the HCC student newspaper and covers topicsof student interest.Pulp City - Art and Literary MagazinePulp City is a student literary magazine published at the endof each academic term. Students interested in writing or inthe graphic arts are encouraged to contribute to the publication.Contact Dave Champoux (DON 363, (413) 552-2364,dchampoux@hcc.edu) if you are interested in submitting apiece of writing. Contact Beverly Wodicka (C 322, (413)552-2572) if you are interested in submitting a piece of artworkor photography.WCCHThe HCC radio station, WCCH, operates a Class D educationalFM stereo broadcast station at 103.5 on the dial.Those interested in publicizing an event or organization maydrop off material at the station, located near the studentlounge on the first floor between Donahue and Frost buildings,or call (413) 552-2488.Campus Police DepartmentE Building, (413) 552-2400The Campus Police Department is staffed by full-time commissionedpolice officers. Officers are on duty 24 hoursa day, 365 days of the year, and each is a graduate of theMassachusetts Criminal Justice Training Academy or theMassachusetts State Police Training Academy. All havebeen trained in emergency medical procedures. Each officerundergoes continuous training to upgrade skills. Campuspolice work closely with state and local police.The mission of the Campus Police Department is to providethe highest level of safety, security, and service to the collegecommunity. In order to carry out this mission, officers areexpected to do the following:8 hendcriminal offenders, conflict, procedures, Massachusetts General Laws, the rulesand regulations of the Registrar of Motor Vehicles,the Constitution of the Commonwealth ofMassachusetts, and the Constitution of the UnitedStates of America.Campus police have the authority to apprehend and arrestanyone involved in illegal acts on campus. If the offense iscommitted by a student, campus police may also refer theindividual to the Dean of Students' Office. The dean willconduct a preliminary investigation and determine the needto appoint a disciplinary board.Information regarding campus safety and security is providedto new students at orientation sessions each semester.Additional information is available at the Campus PoliceDepartment, in E 212 or at http://www.hcc.edu/campus/safety.html.Career ServicesKittredge 322, (413) 552-2387/2597Career services include career exploration, planning, counseling,job search, and placement. The workshops, printmaterials, and computerized career resources in the CareerCenter help students to choose a career path based upontheir abilities, interests, academic background, and jobmarketinformation.The center has print and computerized resources for careerexploration and the assessment of student interests andaptitudes. Students also access the Massachusetts CareerInformation System (CIS), and FOCUS computerized assessmentprograms for information on specific occupations and alisting of careers/majors for which they would be best suited.In addition, they access the college central network for jobsearch information. Software programs in the Career Centeralso include resume writing and job-listing system thatprovides information on job openings with area employers.Career workshops are offered on a regular basis, and studentsare encouraged to use the center’s resources during theirentire time at Holyoke Community College. Internet accessis also available. Placement packets are available for graduatingstudents.Students interested in transfer information have accessto the CollegeSource software that provides informationon virtually all U.S. colleges and many others worldwide.Students who choose to transfer should consult with thecollege’s transfer counselor or attend a group workshop.Computerized financial aid information is also available.Center For Academic Program Support (CAPS)DON 240, (413) 552-2584The Center for Academic Program Support (CAPS) providesfree tutoring and other support services to help studentssucceed in their classes. Tutoring is available Mondaythrough Friday in a variety of subjects on a walk-in basis andby appointment. Please visit or contact the CAPS Center