National Disability Employment Awareness Month

"In recognition of the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce, the theme for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) 2022 will be 'Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.' Obrserved annually in October, NDEAM celebrates the contributions of America's workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices."

For information and ideas on how to participate, see the U.S. Department of Labor website.

Summer 2023 Course Schedule

The course schedule for Summer 2023 has been posted to the college website and can be viewed here.

Registration for Summer 2023 opens Friday, October 7 for Veteran students and Monday, October 10 for all students. For assistance in choosing classes, please reach out to your Academic Advisor. You can also email adviseme@lccc.edu or call 610-799-1137.

National Tutor Appreciation Week

This week is National Tutor Appreciation Week! LCCC tutors provide in-person and remote tutoring to students in numerous courses. Educational Support Services is celebrating our 30 wonderful tutors who have held nearly 500 tutoring sessions with students already this semester. Please join us in thanking our tutors for their hard work and dedication! Visit a tutor in-person (Schnecksville - SH 150, Allentown - Room 212, Tamaqua - Room 117) or visit LCCC Remote Tutoring this week and throughout the semester.

You're Invited: Student Roundtables with Dr. Bieber

Join Dr. Bieber for casual conversation about the College, your goals, ideas, and more! Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Tracy Bean at tbean@lccc.edu.

• LCCC Main Campus - Monday, October 3 at 2:30 p.m. in TC 203
• LCCC Tamaqua - Tuesday, October 18 at 12:30 p.m. in MC 104/105
• LCCC Allentown - Tuesday, October 25 at 11:30 a.m. in DC Lower Level Lounge

See the event flier for more information.

Donley Center Activities and Services Fair

Join us on Tuesday, October 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the 7th floor of the Donley Center in Allentown for our Activities and Services Fair! Come learn about all the helpful services available to you and all the fun activities to look forward to!

Job Fair Prep Workshop

Tuesday October 4th, 2:30pm via Zoom

LCCC's Job Fair is on October 27, so it's good to start preparing now!

Come to the Job Fair Prep Workshop on Tuesday, October 4 at 2:30pm via Zoom to hear all the tips and tricks to prepare for the Fall Job Fair later this month! Our Career Development Center will walk you through everything you need to make your job fair experience a success.

Click here to join the zoom session for Job Fair Prep.

Wellness Wednesday - Social Wellness

Join us on October 5 in BH 4 from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. for an introduction and overview of social wellness. Discover its benefits and why it's an important part of the wellness wheel, as well as how it affects other aspects of wellness. Liz Rivera, Community Resources and Basic Needs Specialist, will be joining us to chat about how addressing your basic needs and having a sound personal and social foundation is extremely important to your overall wellness.

Cougar Cabinet Food Distributions – October 6

LCCC will offer food distributions of pre-packed bags of groceries at the Allentown and Schnecksville locations.  

Reservations are required. Your reservation enables us to prepare adequate numbers of pre-packed bags for all seeking food assistance. Distributions are free and confidential.

Distribution Dates and Times:

LCCC Allentown - Thursday, October 6 from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

LCCC Schnecksville - Thursday, October 6 from 2 - 5 p.m.

To RSVP:

1. Select the location that works best for you.
2. Send an email message to Elizabeth Rivera, Community Resources and Basic Needs Specialist at erivera1@lccc.edu.
3. In your email message, include your name, L#, day and the selected LCCC location. You must be enrolled in courses for fall 2022 to participate in the food distribution program. Students can attend one distribution per week. 
4. After you send your message, you will receive additional information. 

If you are sick or have been exposed to someone who is sick, please do not participate in the distribution. Let us know, and we will work with you.

Pennsylvania Conference for Women Virtual Viewing

Join this virtual viewing of an awesome panel of leaders for the 2022 PA Conference for Women, including Kizzmekia Corbett, Lisa Ling, Marlee Matlin, and Malala Yousafzai. The conference will be held on Friday, October 7, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. in CSC 203 and 205.

Inspiration is guaranteed! Register here. We hope to see you there!

LV Veterans & Military Council 5k

Saturday, November 12, at 9 a.m.

Bicentennial Park

5351 Park West Lane

Bethlehem, PA 18017

Join the LCCC Veteran Support Team at the annual 5K Ruck ‘n Run/Walk to honor veterans during Veterans Appreciation Week. Lehigh Valley colleges, universities, businesses and community members will Ruck or Run/Walk to recognize and honor all veterans throughout the Lehigh Valley. 5K Ruck and Run/Walk options in addition to a 1-mile Fun Run/Walk (no timing or awards) available. The course is an off-road grass course through the scenic Bicentennial Park. Donations will go to Victory House of Lehigh Valley. Participants who register and make a $30 minimum donation by October 29 will receive an event beanie.

Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K Ruck and 5K Run/Walk options. The college or university team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined), earns a plaque to be displayed on their campus and bragging rights!

For more details and registration information, click here.

Sign Up Now for Business Boot Camp

Date: October 10 - 14

Time: 3:30 - 5 p.m.

Location: Virtual - Zoom

The Business Boot Camp will enhance your entrepreneurial knowledge and contribute to your business decision-making. The guest speakers will help you with idea creation, entrepreneurial requirements, creating a business plan, and answering any questions you may have.

• Monday, October 10
• Entrepreneurial Mindset and Design Thinking
• Tuesday, October 11
• Value Proposition Design
• Wednesday, October 12
• Business Plan - SBA Perspective
• Thursday, October 13
• Business Plan - Financials and Accounting
• Friday, October 14
• Business in PA - Challenges, Opportunities, and Legal Requirements

Certificates are available for attendance. Register today by clicking here.

Workout Wednesday - Intro to High-Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T.)

Stop by and visit Patrick Cassidy in the Wellness Center on October 12 any time during the day and learn the basics of H.I.I.T. and why it could be your next workout routine!

Wellness Wednesday - Speed Friending

October 19 in BH 4 from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. with Patrick Cassidy

Are you still adjusting to life in college and making connections with your peers? Guess what? You are not alone! Join us for our first Speed Friending event where you will get the chance to connect with your fellow Cougar classmates. In short intervals, you will get paired up with someone new to get the opportunity to talk, make connections, and most importantly, spark a new friendship!

Advice from the LCCC Learning Specialists

Taking quality notes successfully in college is essential. The quality often makes a difference when studying those notes later.

Try to think about note-taking in three phases (PDA): pre-class (P), during-class (D), and after-class (A).

P: Review the readings, presentation slides, and other materials for that class about 30 minutes prior to class.

D: Be ready and focus on capturing the key points during class.

A: Review, organize, and reflect after class. What were the major points? What questions do you have? where can you find those answers?

For more tips, check out this video and reach out here. You can also contact the LCCC Educational Support Services by visiting Science Hall 150, emailing educationalsupportservices@lccc.edu, or calling 610-799-1156.

Registration/Student Records Electronic Forms Live

Registration and Student Records will launch new electronic forms, effective October 3. See the forms below. All current links will be updated with new links which require students to log into myLCCC to complete the form.

It is strongly encouraged that all forms be completed electronically. Caution: Old paper/PDF forms are no longer acceptable, as they have not been updated.

Authorization for Release of Information

Student Request for Medical/Mental Health Withdrawal

Transcript Request Form (Current Students)

Transcript Request Form (Former Students)

VA Education Benefits Certification Form

Student Change of Information

Restricted Program Change of Major Form

As a reminder, the following forms are already available for students: Add/Drop/Total Withdrawal Form and Change of Major Form.

Selfie Contest: Now through October 28

Follow the LCCC Career Development Center on social media and tag us in a selfie using the hashtag #CareerReady to be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card.

See the attached flier for further guidance.

Hispanic Heritage Month

"Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation"

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 through October 15. September 15 is a key date in the history of several Latin American countries. It's when Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua declared their independence from Spain in 1821. Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the traditions and history unique to Hispanic cultures, as well as the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans.

Learn more at the National Archives - Hispanic Heritage Month.

Housing Choice Voucher Program Section 8

The Housing Choice Voucher Program is the federal government's major program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and individuals with a disability to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Since housing assistance is provided on behalf of the family or individual, participants are able to find their own housing, including single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments.

Please visit the Housing Choice Vouchers Fact Sheet for more information on eligibility and how to apply.

Exciting Internship Opportunity for LCCC Students

Did you know that this past summer, the National Nuclear Security Administration Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program (NNSA-MSIIP) offered internship opportunities to every candidate that applied and was eligible for the program?

This resulted in 87 internships across the U.S. for students pursuing degrees in all STEM fields and other fields supporting the NNSA mission. This year, NNSA-MSIIP is prepared to offer over 100 internships in 2023.

The application period for the NNSA-MSIIP is open until October 9 at 11:59 p.m. The application can be found here.

Join the informational session before the application deadline to learn more about the program benefits, timeline, and eligibility requirements. Sign up for the session here.

The NNSA-MSIIP offers benefits including stipends starting at $750/week, allowances to offset the cost of housing, commuting, and virtual participation, and multiple internship locations across the nation including many virtual opportunities. The program is open to U.S. citizens who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students of all academic disciplines are eligible and encouraged to apply.

For more information, visit here or contact NNSA-MSIIP@orise.orau.gov.

New Graduation Application

Registration and Student Records is excited to announce a new graduation application available through Self Service Banner for students. The new application features a modern look and feel with enhanced functionality to update diploma name and mailing address. You will be able to access the new graduation application by logging into the MyLCCC Portal, clicking on the BannerWeb tile, choosing Student Self Service and Graduation Application. The graduation application should be completed once registered for your final semester of classes.

Sign Up for LCCC Alerts

LCCC delivers fast notifications about campus emergencies and weather closings and delays. Sign up for the Omnilert notification system here. You can sign up with any username and password you choose, then customize how you receive the alerts: text, email, phone call, or all three. Also, if you already have an account, confirm that your contact information on Omnilert is correct and up-to-date.

Mental Health Minutes from the LCCC Counseling Center

Hang out with positive people.

The people you surround yourself with can influence your mental health. Choose to associate with positive people who are grateful, appreciative, and goal-oriented. Choosing to also participate in activities will lift you up and leave you with a feeling of reward. There are many events on campus that are designed to help you surround yourself with positivity. Be sure you check your school email for these events!

Want more personalized advice? Contact the LCCC Counseling Center: counselingcenter@lccc.edu or 610-799-1895.

Preferred First Name, Pronouns and Gender Identification

It is easy to change and submit your preferred first name, pronouns and gender to LCCC. Just go to the LCCC portal. Sign in with your LCCC username and password. See the attached step-by-step instructions. If you need technical assistance, go to Student Technology Help Desk.

Changing your name in the mymail.lccc email system requires one small but additional step. The email system is a Google product without a simple process for users to make the change themselves. However, LCCC can make the changes in the system for you. Just provide the Student Technology Help Desk with the information they need to find your account and make the change you wish.

LCCC Dining Services Hours

Main Cafeteria

• OPEN - Monday to Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• The grill will be open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. All fryer items will be available until 2:30 p.m.
• CLOSED - Friday

Corner Café

• OPEN - Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• OPEN - Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Club Meetings

Anime Club - Every Tuesday and Wednesday, 6 - 8 p.m. in the Student Union Meeting Room, located on the lower level of the Student Union by the elevator

Art Club - Every Monday from 2 - 6 p.m. at the XLV Media Center and via Zoom

Latin@ Leadership Club - Every Tuesday at 2:15 p.m. in the Equity Center, third floor of the Academic Resource Center, ARC 305

Set Up Your LCCC Cougar Claw Account

All students currently enrolled in credit courses have an LCCC Cougar CLAW account. Please follow these steps to set up a password. 

• See job postings from local employers
• Apply to jobs
• Upload documents such as resumes and cover letters for review
• View upcoming Career Development events.

How To Set-Up Your Account in The Cougar CLAW:

1. Go to https://lccc-csm.symplicity.com/students/.
2. Click on the "Forgot Password" button.
3. Complete the form by listing your Username/Student ID number which begins with a capital L followed by 8 digits.
4. An email from "careerservices" containing a link will immediately be sent to your LCCC email account. Within 24 hours of receiving the email, click on the link provided to create a new password. This email is only valid for 24 hours.
5. You now have completed the set-up process for your account in The Cougar CLAW!

Bookstore Price Match Program

Found a textbook online that’s cheaper than what the LCCC Bookstore offers it for? Not a problem! The Bookstore’s Price Match program makes it easy to get the books you need for the lowest price available. Prices are only matched against Amazon and Barnes & Noble and can only be matched for in-store purchases. The lower-priced item must match the exact book ISBN and edition purchased or rented, including any accompanying CDs, online access codes, student manuals, etc.

Click here for more information about the Price Match program. For questions, contact the Bookstore at bookstore@lccc.edu or 610-799-1126.

Disability Support for Classes

Students with disabilities may qualify for academic accommodations at LCCC. If you had an IEP or 504 plan in high school or have a diagnosed disability, please reach out to Disability Support Services (DSS).

If you have had accommodations, remember that you need to renew them each semester. Contact DSS by emailing dss@lccc.edu or calling 610-799-1156. You can also stop by our offices in SH 150.

Need support for injuries, illness, and pregnancy? We offer short-term support through our temporary impairment policy. Have a great semester!

Discounted LANTA Bus Passes

20% discounts on LANTA bus passes are available for purchase at the LCCC Business Office, SSC 100. The Business Office offers 31-day passes and 10-ride passes.

Click here for more information. You can also contact the Business Office by emailing bursar1@mymail.lccc.edu or by calling 610-799-1592.

Fall 2022 Tutoring

The College offers free tutoring to enrolled LCCC students in a variety of subjects.

Face-to-Face tutoring is available at the Schnecksville, Allentown, and Tamaqua locations. Labs are open (walk-in), so no appointments are needed.

Remote tutoring appointments are booked online by students. LCCC tutors meet virtually through GoBoard or Zoom. Book up to 2 non-consecutive appointments a day for tutoring in the same course.

Smarthinking online tutoring is a 24/7 service free to students. Professional tutors provide both synchronous and asynchronous tutoring. Smarthinking may be accessed by clicking the link on the tutoring homepage in the portal.

Welcome to Tutoring Services at LCCC.

For questions about tutoring, please call the Educational Support Center at 610-799-1156.

SNAP and TANF Students!

If you receive SNAP or TANF you may be eligible to receive $1500 yearly in gas assistance to attend classes, $1000 in books and supplies and assistance with school supplies, photocopying and much more!



KEYS (Keystone Education Yields Success) is a grant funded educational program that allows qualified students to receive additional services and support while completing their degree at LCCC. These supports may include assistance with books and supplies, daycare, mileage and car repairs. Visit our website to learn more about the KEYS Program and how it may benefit you! If you would like more information about the program, please contact the KEYS Student Facilitator at 610-799-1744 or by email KEYS@lccc.edu.

Students and SNAP

Second Harvest Food Bank, has been working with the Food Access & Policy Council to encourage eligible students to take advantage of the SNAP (Food Stamps) program.

Students can contact the Second Harvest Food Bank SNAP outreach program for assistance with the application process. A SNAP Coordinator will work with students to determine eligibility and help answer any questions. 

You can also review Students-and-SNAP-FAQS to help answer frequently asked questions. Even if you believe you do not meet the Student Eligibility Criteria, you are still encouraged to apply and work with a SNAP outreach coordinator to determine your SNAP eligibility. 

To connect with a SNAP Coordinator, call the Second Harvest Food Bank SNAP Outreach program at 484-287-2405 or 484-821-2406. 

Questions or Concerns for Deans?

Academic Services and Student Development at LCCC includes seven deans who provide leadership for instruction and student support. See list below for each of the deans, areas of responsibility, and email address for you to contact with any questions or concerns:  

Dean of Student Development, Equity and Inclusion: Peggy Heim, M.S.W., pheim@lccc.edu

Interim Dean of Academic Support and Success: Jodi Rowlands, Ed.D., jrowlands@lccc.edu

Dean of Business, Legal and Social Services; Accreditation, Compliance, Curriculum, and Assessment Supervision of Grant Management and Articulation Agreements: Scott Aquila, M.P.A., saquila@lccc.edu

Interim Dean of Healthcare Sciences, Aviation, Mathematics & Science: Larissa Verta, M.S., lverta@lccc.edu

Dean of Education, Computer Science, and Online Learning: Kelly Trahan, Ed.D., ktrahan@lccc.edu

Interim Dean of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences: Eike Reichardt, Ph.D. ereichardt@lccc.edu

Dean of Workforce, Community Engagement, Technical Education:

Andrea Grannum-Mosley, Ed.D., agrannummosley@lccc.edu

Report Safety and Security Concerns

Have concerns that you'd like to address to Public Safety? You can do so here.