beep sheet april may 2014
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GLOUCESTER COUNTY COLLEGE: STUDENT LIFE EVENTS AND CLUBS. INCLUDED IN THIS ISSUE IS INFORMATION ON COMMENCEMENT AND AN FAQ SECTION FOR THE NEW ROWAN COLLEGE AT GLOUCESTER COUNTY.TRANSCRIPT
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The Beep Sheet Student Life at Gloucester County College Home of the Road Runners
April 1 Student Government Elections Trivia Tuesday with SystemX DJs April 5 Cherry Blossom Festival FROZEN, the movie April 7 Music Carnivale Coffehaus April 8 Transfer Fair April 10 Day of Silence presentation April 15 Trivia Tuesday with SystemX DJs April 17 GCC Alumni Business Forum April 18 COLLEGE CLOSED April 22 Distracted Driving Tour & Driving Alcohol Awareness April 28 Handwriting Analysis April 29 Trivia Tuesday with SystemX DJs May 6 Stress Free Day Trivia Tuesday with SystemX DJs May 12 Nurses Pinning Ceremony May 14 President’s Award Ceremony May 16 Commencement Day!
(design in progress)
Meet RCGC’s new Roadrunner Mascot!
Gloucester County College has entered into a unique partnership with Rowan University that will make a four-year degree more affordable and attainable for college students throughout the region. GCC has changed its name to Rowan College at Gloucester County to reflect its seamless alignment with Rowan University that will offer greater access, affordability and transfer opportunities. For more information, please email [email protected] or call 856-464-5230.
Important Dates to Remember
Details inside!
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Educational Opportunity Fund Club
The EOF Club meets on Thursdays from 12-1 pm in CC 210. For more information, contact Advisor, Sheryl Ratcliffe at [email protected].
DECA Looking for a club
that allows students to develop
and apply everyday business
skills in a competitive
environment? They meet on
Thursdays in CC 202 from
2:30-3:30 pm. For more
information contact Advisor,
Kristen Whyte at
DMS SOU
This club provides an opportunity to share information and provide support for prospective and current students in the DMS program. For more information contact Advisor, Laurie Rohrman at [email protected].
Animal Advocates The animals finally
have a voice…YOU.
Meetings are Wednesdays,
4/9, 4/23 and 5/7 in CC 205 at
1:45 pm. For more information
contact Advisor, Melissa Norbeck
The Multi-Cultural Club This Club encourages
students to share ideas about
strengthening and promoting
campus diversity and teamwork.
They meet every Monday at
12:30 pm in the Mini Center.
For more information, contact
Advisor, Marcela Stein at
Humanities Club For upcoming trip information,
contact Advisor, Anna Kehnast in
the Library or at (856) 415-2254.
Japanese Anime Guild (JAG)
They meet every
Wednesday from 1-3:30 pm
in the Mini Center. We provide
access to the latest in Japanese
entertainment within a fun and
friendly atmosphere to socialize
and learn more about Japanese
culture. For more information
contact Advisor, Dr. Susan Glenn
Jesus Is Lord “Bringing Glory to God
at GCC.” Join us every Monday
from 1:30-3 pm in the Mini
Center. For information, contact
Advisor, Carol Weinhardt at
Music Society A network of musicians
with the goal to make music a
priority on campus. Prepare to jam
every Tuesday from 2-4 pm in the
Mini Center. For more information
contact Advisor, Jim Boeckle at
Gamers Guild “If you bring it, they will play”;
video and table-top games in a
competitive but casual setting.
Join them every Wednesday in the
Mini Center from 3:30-5 pm. For
information contact Advisor, Josh
Wickman at [email protected].
Ghost Chasers Club Back by haunting demand,
the Paranormal Club has been
resurrected! They meet on
Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30 pm
in Scott Hall 710. They are
collecting used eyeglasses
throughout the semester to donate
to the Deptford Lions Club. Look
for the blue boxes around campus
and bring in your old specs for this
worthy cause! For information
contact Advisor, Lori Joyce at
Gay Straight Alliance Club All are welcome in this safe
and supportive environment for gay,
lesbian, bisexual, queer and
transgendered students and their
allies. Help us work toward a more
accepting environment for all
people, regardless of sexual
orientation or gender identity; join
us on Wednesdays, 4/2, 4/16 and
4/30 from 12:30-1:30 pm in IC 424.
For more information, contact
Advisor, Bryan Buttler at
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Student Nurses Organization (SNO)
Participation in SNO allows
future and currently enrolled
nursing students to meet and
interact together and to provide
support to each other, the
College and the Community.
For more information, contact
Advisor, Janet Gibson at
Student Veterans Organization
This club is geared
towards all current, prospective
or alumni students and their
families. For more information
contact a club officer at
[email protected] or Advisor,
Kathy Leader at 464-5239.
T2K Associated with Educational Cohorts on Campus focusing on service and leadership. For more information, contact Advisor, Chuck Harkins at [email protected].
The Vanguard This is a group of creative
students; writers, poets, and
artists who get together to share
their work and publish our Literary
Magazine. They meet every
Thursday from 10 am -12 pm in
the Mini Center. For more
information contact Advisor,
David Schleicher at
Science Club This club is very
active with fossil digs
and a variety of scientific
learning sessions. They are
hosting a local Fossil Dig on
Friday, 4/11. For details on this
and other science events please
click on the link at the top of the
page. For more information,
contact Advisor, Christina Nase
Nuclear Medicine Technology Club
This club is for students in
the NMT program to create
awareness of the program
through community involvement
and activities. They will meet on
Wednesday 4/23 and Thursday
4/24 at 11:30 am in HS 511.
For more information, please
contact Advisor, Laura Pyle
Sharkey at [email protected].
Paralegal Club This Club meets to
discuss a variety of topics related
to their field. A guest speaker and
dinner will be held on Friday, 5/2
from 6:30-9 in the Library Board
Room. For more information
contact Advisor, Susan Purvin,
Esq. at [email protected].
Photography Club This is a great place
to meet with other photo
enthusiasts to learn, share
ideas, and have fun. All you
need is a digital camera!
For more information, contact
the office of Student Life at
Psychology Club This group meets to discuss
topics relating to the field, including
neurology, sociology, ethics,
morality and beliefs. Meetings are
on Mondays, 4/7 & 4/28 at 1 pm
in CC 210. For information
contact Advisor, Jessica Jolly
Stargazers Club Do you wish to
see the moon and
beyond? We host “Star Parties”
and use a telescope to observe
the night sky. No prior knowledge
of astronomy is required! For
more information contact Advisor,
Dan McCormick at
Student Government Association
Interested in getting involved
in campus life? Then SGA
is just what you are looking for!
Join them on Thursdays at 2:30 pm
in the Mini Center. For more
information contact Advisor, Cheryl
McBride at [email protected].
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Humanities Club Anna Kehnast 856-415-2254
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The Student Assistance Center has MOVED!
Their new offices are now located on the 2ND floor of
the College Center in Room 209.
On Tuesday, June 3, 2014 the GCC Foundation
together with Joe’s Arc will host the
Elwood Scholarship Legacy of Kindness Benefit
at Adelphia’s restaurant from 7-9pm.
If you have any questions regarding donations or
tickets please contact Karen Quigley at (856) 464-5202
or email [email protected].
To learn more about Elwood’s mission or to purchase
tickets online visit www.EveryoneLovesElwood.com
Come see the NEW Rowan University Center! College Center 2nd Floor – Room 200
Visit with Director and Rowan Advisor, Michael Plagianakos, M.S.Ed
For questions or to make an appointment, call Vicky Franks (856) 464-5237
#RowanPROUD
Construction of the new Nursing and Allied Health Center and the addition to and renovation of the Student Services and College Readiness Now Center has begun!
Due to the construction fencing, students should plan
on arriving to class earlier. Construction begins in April 2014
and should be completed by
September 2015
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Are you puzzled about your future?
Visit the Career & Academic Planning (CAP) Center located on the 2nd floor of the College Center and find out how to put your academic major and your career path pieces together to
solve your puzzle!
Is the FAFSA stressing you out? Help with your FAFSA is now available!
Attend a session from 5:30-7:30 pm
in the University Center Room 903 on
Tuesdays, 4/1, 4/15, 4/29 & 5/20
Thursdays, 4/10, 4/24, & 5/8 or on
Saturday, 4/12 @ 9-11 am
DON’T STRESS IT, WE’LL HELP. Call 415-2219 to make an appointment to attend.
Bring your 2013 Tax Return info with you.
Phi Theta Kappa Blood Drive
Monday, April 14
Tuesday, April 15
10 am-3 pm
Please check your GCC email to see if
you have received an invitation to join Phi Theta Kappa!
This honor is by invitation only for students who have completed 12 GCC credits and have a 3.5 (or better)
cumulative GPA. New member
orientation will be held on
Wednesday April 16 at 1pm in IC430 .
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Visit The Roadrunner NEST located in the College Center cafeteria and try GioFano’s Italian Bistro
Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Daily Lunch Special EVERY DAY. Breakfast served ALL day!
Open Monday-Friday 9 am - 4 pm
The Center for P.I.T. assists displaced homemakers (someone who has lost their main means of support
through the death or disability of a spouse or as the result of separation and/or divorce) to become emotionally
and economically self-sufficient through life skills training, education or vocational training, advocacy and
supportive services.
The Center provides the following services:
Assessment to determine individual needs
Referrals to community resources
Disseminator of information on NJ divorce law
Professionally facilitated support groups for separation, divorce, widows
Self-Development, Legal, Financial, Computer, Career Workshops
Personality & Career Inventories
Information on returning to school
For information, call Jeanne LaBuz at 856-415-2264
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Bus Passes
Bus passes are sold in the Business Office in the Student Services Building between the 25th and 5th of the month. CASH ONLY.
BUS #463 Regular hourly service to GCC. Call NJ Transit at 973-275-5555
for information.
Fitness Center Open Hours (FREE with a GCC SPRING 2014 ID)
Monday - Thursday: 11:30 am-1:30 pm & 2:00-5:30 pm Friday: 11:30 am-1:30 pm & 2:00-5:30 pm
Sat, Sun & holidays - CLOSED Bring a lock for a locker.
FALL SPORTS EVENTS Please visit GCC Athletics on the web:
www.gccnj.edu/athletics
or contact: Brian Rowan at ext. 2263
Contact Campus Security: Dial Ext. 4444
from any campus phone
or 856-681-6287 VISIT US AT
www.gccnj.edu/security
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Crisis Helpline 1-877-266-8222
Addictions Hotline of NJ 1-800-238-2333
Reassurance 856-795-4980
Teen Line 1-888-375-TEEN
www.contacthelplines.org
Mon -Thurs 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:30 am - 1:00 pm (Deli closes at 12:15 on Fridays)
Located in the College Center Security Office
856-681-6210
GCC College
Bookstore Hours: Mon -Thurs 9 am - 6 pm
Friday 9 am - 3 pm
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The morning festivities will begin at 9:00 am with a complimentary breakfast served in the Main Dining Room.
There will be a DVD presentation of your time spent at GCC and your opinion will count as you take an exit survey.
Commencement rehearsal will be immediately following the breakfast.
Important Reminder!
Friday, May 16
See information below on a day sponsored by Student Life that you,
the graduate, don’t want to miss!
commencement.gccnj.edu for dates and details regarding Commencement.