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The Buzz: HCC's Weekly Student NewsJanuary 15, 2016
Good Day, Henderson Student,
 
As we move into the core of the spring 2016 semester, I wanted to share 5 top tips I have found for new and continuing students. Please keep these tips in mind as you work to keep warm this winter and continue to complete work for your classes this spring!
 
  1. Get involved on campus. All work and no socializing is boring.
  2. Always sit near the front of the class. 
  3. I can't emphasize this enough: Introduce yourself to your professors and stop in during their office hours. They're nice people. Seriously. And they really like it when someone is interested in their classes..
  4. Recopy your notes after class. Or if you've typed them (which is recommended), do a quick read-through after class.
  5. If you are feeling overwhelmed, are having problems sleeping, or have gone through a breakup, visit The Start Center; second floor, STC. If you are feeling suicidal at any point, call your college's crisis number 270-831-9789 (Keith Sayles), or 270-831-9671 (Angie Watson), or call 911 immediately.
Respectfully,

Keith G.P. Sayles, MBA
Chief Student Officer, STC Start Center 

Adapted from 50 Tips for College Students:Learn how to have a happy and successful college career.Psychology Today Post published by Stephanie Sarkis Ph.D.

Happening on Campus
Campus Engagement Scavenger Hunt
 
Starting Tuesday, January 19th, the first annual Campus Engagement Scavenger Hunt will begin. Students may pick up scavenger hunt sheets at the Welcome Center located in the Cyber Caf� of the Sullivan Tech Center. You will have one week to follow the clues, collect letters at each location in the scavenger hunt, and unscramble a mystery phrase. Completed sheets should be returned to the Welcome Center no later than noon on January 26th. Prizes will be drawn from correct entries and announced the following week in the Buzz and on Facebook.
 
Events & Club Opportunities
 
Tuesday, January 19
 
2 pm - History Club in 2nd Floor Library. Contact Ashley Eunice or Lorie Maltby for more information.
 
3:30 pm - Henderson Pride in ADM206. Contact Scott Taylor for more information.

Wednesday, January 20
 
12:15 pm - C.R.O.S.S. in Joe's Place, SCR. C.R.O.S.S. meets every Wednesday and every meeting offers free lunch, fun, fellowship, and Bible study. Be encouraged and come and go when your schedule permits anytime between 12:15 and 1:30 p.m. Contact Larry Tutt or Laura Winstead for more information.
 
4 pm - Nerd Wars XII in A/T206. Join the challenge! Snacks are provided and a $10 prize will be awarded. Contact Kara Becker for more information.
 
4-5 pm - Nursing Pre-Admission Conference; STC311.
 
Thursday, January 21
 
8:15 am - PTK in 2nd Floor Library. Contact Billy Miller, Lorie Maltby or Paul Kasenow for more information.
 
10 to 11 am - FREE Chair Massages in Joe's Place. Hosted by Student Services and sponsored by Healthsource of Henderson Chiropractic Progressive Rehab and Wellness. Start the semester off with some stress relief!
 
11:30 am - PTK Members are invited to dine together at Duncan's Grill and catch up with chapter activities.
 
12:30 pm - MLK Day Program in Joe's Place.

Bookstore Financial Aid Charges
If you are taking classes that start in February or March, please make sure you pick up your textbooks while Financial Aid Charges are open in January. Otherwise you will have to pay for those books and supplies out of pocket.
  
Regular bookstore hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. until 4 books-apple-icon2.jpgp.m. Make your textbook purchases and look for special 25% discounts on sweats apparel to keep you warm during the winter months!

Order online at  www.kctcs.bncollege.com.
Contact information: 270-831-9781 or [email protected]

Transfer Center News
Murray State University, Henderson Regional Campus: For information about any MSU/KCTCS 2+2 programs or transfer to MSU stop by ADM 121 (M-F 8 am -4:30 pm) or contact Mike Freels at [email protected] or 270-831-5111. For MSU 2+2 education programs contact Amy Simpson (ADM 113) at [email protected] or 270-831-9689.
 
MSU Free Online Application Transfer Day beginning at noon on January 25 through noon on January 27.
  
  
Lindsey Wilson College
For information about LWC's School of Professional Counseling and other programs contact LWC Enrollment Coordinator, Amanda Blohm-Thompson, at [email protected] or 270-836-8339. Amanda is available in the Transfer Center (ADM 101) most Mondays and Tuesdays and on Fridays by appointment.
 
 
Planning to Transfer?: Make an appointment with HCC Transfer Coordinator Lorie Maltby. Drop by ADM 107 or contact her at [email protected] or 270-831-9828. Walk-ins welcome.
 
Tutoring
The tutoring schedule can be found online here! Tutoring is available in almost every subject with various opportunities throughout the week.
 
The Writing Center is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and by appointment on Fridays. The Center is located in ADM205. Contact Bill Gary or Cheryl McKendree if you need to schedule or have any questions. 
 
Open Math Lab every Friday from 8:30 to 12:30 p.m. in STC202. You can find individual instructor times on the website also.  
  
LearningExpress Library is now available through the Kentucky Virtual Library. This free resource is available to all KCTCS students who register their email address. Use the hyperlink, "Register" an account using your KCTCS credentials and do not complete the fields for Student ID and Course Section. If you have any questions, please call the Library at 270-831-9760.

MLK Day: January 21 in Joe's Place
      
 
In This Issue
MLK HOLIDAY
Monday, January 18 - MLK Holiday, college closed.
MLK

DATES 2 KNOW
Jan 14 or 15 - last day to drop a course and receive 100% tuition refund. (date is determined by term or section #)
 
Jan 18 - MLK Holiday, college closed.
 
Feb 15 - President's Day, college closed.
 
Mar 7-12 - Spring Break. No classes, college is open.
 
Mar 15 - HCC scholarship deadline for fall term.
 
Mar 18 - last day to file an application for a degree.

May 6 - 7 p.m.
Graduation at the Fine Arts Center. 

DUNCAN'S GRILL
  
Please welcome Donna and newly hired Brandi to Duncan's Grill. New items on the menu include spicy fries and deep fried cheddar cheese balls. Another refreshing item is the
Dairy Barn soft serve funnel cake ice cream sandwich
for $1.59.
YUM...
Weekly Specials
Monday- large burger and fries, $4.49.
Tuesday- taco salad and drink, $5.49.
Wednesday- chicken tenders, fries and drink, $5.49.
Thursday- plate lunch special, $5.99.

TOBACCO FREE
A reminder that HCC is a tobacco- and smoke-free campus. The use of any tobacco product or electronic cigarettes is prohibited except in your vehicle. Please review the website for information.

 

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