Enjoy the Holiday Season and Break!

We wish you all a relaxing break and special moments with those who mean the most to you. Enjoy it fully, stay safe, and we will see you in the new year!

Welcome Winter

Session Students

We're so glad to have you with us for this session!

Important Notices from LCCC Public Safety

Some Doors on Schnecksville Campus Change to Exit Only

To improve campus safety and control access to buildings on the main campus, certain doors to campus buildings will become exit only. This will change the traffic flow of people entering and exiting buildings and will be completed by the time classes start in January 2024. This change also allows Public Safety to more quickly secure a building in the case of an emergency.

Door entrances and exits have already been addressed at the Tamaqua and Allentown sites. This is the first phase of a larger plan to improve security and address safety issues, as a result of consultation from the Pennsylvania State Police.

Doors selected to be exit only will be those that minimize the impact to traffic flow. This change will have no impact on automated doors or ADA accessibility.

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.

Notices from the LCCC Registrar

Don't Forget: Time is Running Out to Register for Classes

Don't forget to register for spring and summer 2024 classes! Schedules have been posted and can be viewed here.

Need help choosing classes? Just reach out to your academic advisor, to adviseme@lccc.edu, or to 610-799-1137.

BannerWeb Transcripts Disabled: Dec. 11 - 20

Final grades will be processed for the fall 2023 semester during this time.

• Unofficial Transcripts - You can view your unofficial transcript by clicking the "View Transcript" option in BannerWeb Student Self Service. Final term processes will be completed by the end of the day on Wednesday, Dec. 20.
• Official Transcripts - If you are currently attending LCCC, you will be able to request an official transcript online beginning Thursday, Dec. 21.

If you are not currently attending LCCC and need your official transcript, please visit the online ordering system to order an electronic transcript.

Events, Workshops and Activities

Cougar Cabinet Food Distributions - Dec. 21, Jan. 4

Please note: LCCC will be closed from Friday, Dec. 22 - Monday, Jan. 1, for winter break. During this time, there will be no food distribution. For assistance locating a food distribution center in your area, use the Second Harvest Find Food Tool.

LCCC offers 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.

LCCC Allentown - Thursday, Dec. 21, from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

- Thursday, Jan. 4, from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

To RSVP:

1. Please email donley@lccc.edu.
2. In your email message, include your name and L#. You must be enrolled in courses to participate in food distributions.
3. After you send your message, you will receive additional information.

LCCC Schnecksville - Thursday, Dec. 21, from 2 - 5 p.m.

- Thursday, Jan. 4, from 2 - 5 p.m.

To RSVP:

1. Please email communityresources@lccc.edu.
2. In your email message, include your name and L#. You must be enrolled in courses to participate in food distributions.
3. After you send your message, you will receive additional information.

LCCC Tamaqua

The Tamaqua site has a food cabinet in room 203, offering prepackaged pantry boxes and a selection of grocery staples. All members of the LCCC community are welcome to visit the cabinet once a week.

Hours are subject to change each semester due to staff availability.

• Mondays: 12:45 - 4 p.m.
• Tuesdays: 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 4 - 5 p.m.
• Thursdays: 4 - 5 p.m.
• Fridays: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Pantry boxes are available at the Morgan Center front desk during regular business hours of 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday-Thursday; and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday. All visits are free and confidential. Cougar Cabinet appointments are also available upon request by calling 570-668-6880 or emailing morganreception@lccc.edu.

Clubs, Councils and Honor Societies

Note: No club or honor society meetings will be held during the winter break/session.

Interested in joining or starting a club or honor society? Please visit this link for a full listing of our current LCCC student organizations.

For more information on how to get involved, contact Gene Eden, Director of Student Life, at geden@lccc.edu.

LCCC Student Government Association

SGA meets every Tuesday at 2:15 p.m. in the Student Union Meeting Room. The meetings are also available via Zoom. Please contact Gene Eden at geden@lccc.edu for additional information

LCCC Cougar Athletics 

Interested in playing intercollegiate sports at LCCC? Fantastic! Just go to Cougar Sports, select "Recruit Me," complete the Prospective Athlete Form, and submit. You can also contact the coaches directly:

• Men’s and Women’s Soccer – msoccer@lccc.edu or wsoccer@lccc.edu
• Women’s Volleyball – Coach Dalin Long at volleyball@lccc.edu
• Men’s Basketball – Coach Roskyco Akins at mbasketball@lccc.edu
• Women’s Basketball – Coach Don Delich at wbasketball@lccc.edu
• Baseball – Coach Cody Krupa at baseball@lccc.edu
• Softball – Coach Rich Kessler at softball@lccc.edu
• Golf – Coach Parker Lessel at golf@lccc.edu

Special Announcements

Congratulations to Ayanna Humphrey - LCCC's Student Employee of the Month

Ayanna is a fantastic asset to LCCC's Donley Center! Ayanna is a delight to work with. She demonstrates excellent customer service skills by greeting students, faculty and staff with a smile; she is always willing to answer their questions and concerns. She exudes a professional demeanor that elevates the office environment. She is meticulous when completing tasks and offers suggestions to improve our services, which adds tremendous value to our team.

Congratulations, Ayanna! You make a great impact with your work, and we appreciate your contributions.

College Resources, Info and Assistance

Tutoring Assistance

NetTutor online tutoring is a free service. Professional tutors provide both synchronous and asynchronous tutoring. NetTutor is accessed by clicking the link in your course menu in Canvas.

For questions about tutoring, please call the Educational Support Center at 610-799-1156 or email educationalsupportservices@lccc.edu.

No Soliciting on Campus

The college does not allow people to come to campus to solicit goods or services. Selling tickets or any other product is not allowed on the main campus or the sites. Be wary of "deals" or tickets supposedly sold at a discount. Be cautious and never share credit card or personal information with a stranger.

Transgender and Gender Nonbinary Students

Check out this $1,500 scholarship opportunity! The application deadline is March 31, 2024.

Visit the Eastern PA Trans Equity Project to learn more about the eligibility criteria and application process.

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.

For more information, contact the Business Office by emailing bursar1@mymail.lccc.edu or by calling 610-799-1592.

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!

May 2024 Graduation Application Open

Graduation Application for May 2024 is available.

To determine if you are eligible to graduate, check your progress in Degree Works which can be accessed through your myLCCC portal. If you believe that you have met the requirements for graduation, complete the Graduation Application. 

If you are currently taking classes in the term that you want to graduate, you can still apply for graduation. Just be sure that you will meet all the requirements, except the final grade(s). Any course substitutions or transfer credits should be processed and approved before the term of graduation.

Applying for graduation does not mean that you must attend a ceremony - that choice will be presented to you at a later date. *There are no ceremonies held for December and August, but these graduates will be invited to attend the May commencement ceremony at the PPL Center in Allentown.

Preferred/Chosen First Name Changes

LCCC recognizes that students in our community may use names other than their legal first names to identify themselves.

By sharing a preferred/chosen first name, the individual is agreeing to be referred to by this name in college-related systems (i.e. Banner, Canvas and Degree Works) and documents, as well as email communications, interactions and any processes in which names are used to address an individual, except when the use of the legal name is required by law or the college.

Students can change their preferred name in Self-Service BannerWeb. Detailed instructions are available on the IT Knowledgebase. Changes will be reflected across LCCC systems within 48 hours. Additional student FAQs can be found here.

Note: A preferred/chosen first name is not a legal name change. Students who are legally changing their name should follow the instructions here.

Students may also submit requests for name changes in Google Workspace, including their "Display Name" in their email. Request information and find step-by-step instructions here in the LCCC IT knowledgebase. If you need further technical assistance, please visit the student technology help desk.

New Single Sign-On Wi-Fi Available

Say hello to "LCCC," your new single Wi-Fi connection! Seamlessly connect your wireless devices. Simply connect to "LCCC," and we'll take care of the rest. Click here to connect. For more information, click here.

LCCC Foundation to Match Pediatric Cancer Foundation Scholarships

The LCCC Foundation has created a fund to match scholarships from the Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley (PCFLV), which will be awarded to students who are attending LCCC.

PCFLV offers local pediatric cancer warriors a one-time, $3,000 scholarship to college or trade school. In addition, one-time, $1,500 scholarships are offered to local children who lost a sibling to cancer. For those who choose to attend LCCC, they will receive a matching donation thanks to a new fund called the Pediatric Cancer Foundation Fund. The match will go toward tuition, books or fees.

For more information about PCFLV's scholarship program, contact Michelle Zenie at 484-221-9294.

Sign Up for Self Service Password Resets

You have the power to reset your own password for your LCCC identity. Please read the important information below for more details to enroll.

When logging into your Banner home page, you should be prompted to set a security question and answer. Most importantly, set a secondary email for your LCCC identity account. This cannot be your LCCC email. You won't be able to reset your password without a secondary email. You can also set a voice call, an SMS text number, or both if you prefer to use these methods. If you have any problems or questions, please visit LCCC's IT knowledgebase for an article on how to update your password reset options.

National Student Clearinghouse: Myhub

Myhub is an online platform that integrates all of a learner's accomplishments into a single, secure location (also known as a digital locker), no matter where, when, or how those learning achievements were earned. LCCC students can access enrollment/degree verifications, electronic transcript requests, and much more through Myhub. For more information, check out our how-to document.

Work On Campus: LCCC Is Hiring Student Employees

There are many opportunities to work at LCCC as a student. Positions are on-campus and in-person. Most available jobs pay $10/hour. We will work around your class schedule!

Eligible students must be enrolled in a minimum of six credits for the fall and complete a 23/24 FAFSA. Background clearances are required, but fees will be paid by LCCC.

More than 20 on-campus positions are currently available. Student employees may begin working prior to the beginning of classes. On-campus jobs are posted online on the LCCC Cougar CLAW website.

View open positions and job descriptions in your CLAW account . Go to Jobs>Search>Position Type>On-Campus Employment. 

The application is included with each posted job description. Just complete the application, save it to your device and email it to careerservices@lccc.edu.

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!

Check Out the New CRBN Web Page

The Community Resources and Basic Needs webpage can help with finding resources to assist with food, homelessness, housing, utilities and more.

Please visit us at LCCC Community Resources and Basic Needs.

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.

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 and 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.

Community Resources

Lehigh Valley Winter Warming Stations

The Lehigh Valley has designated winter warming stations for the community throughout the winter months. Warming stations are short-term emergency shelters that operate when the temperature and weather conditions become dangerously inclement. They serve in the prevention of death and injury from exposure to the elements. Many warming stations provide shelter, food and a safe place for those experiencing homelessness in our community.

For the most up-to-date listings and information on volunteering at these locations, contact PA 211 East by phone at 2-1-1 or by visiting their website.

Greater Valley Y - Allentown

Open from Wednesday, Nov. 15, through Monday, April 15, from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. daily. Dinner meals are served seven nights a week.

425 S. 15th St. Allentown, PA - Enter through the auxiliary gymnasium from Elm St.

610-351-9622

Bethlehem Emergency Shelter

Open from Wednesday, Nov. 15, through Tuesday, April 30, from 5 p.m. - 7 a.m. daily. Dinner is served between 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Breakfast to-go bags are distributed as guests depart.

75 E. Market St. Bethlehem, PA

484-379-6694

Safe Harbor Easton

Open from Friday, Dec. 1, through Sunday, March 31, from 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. daily.

536 Bushkill Dr. Easton, PA

610-258-5540

LIHEAP Heating Assistance

Do you or someone you know need help paying home heating bills? To find assistance, visit the energy assistance website or call the energy assistance hotline toll-free at 1-866-674-6327.

More than one in four U.S. households struggle with their home energy bills. But the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help keep the heat on! To see if you qualify, visit the LIHEAP Eligibility Tool.

Watch this video from OCS ACF Gov to learn how LIHEAP can help your household stay safe and warm this winter!

This information has been provided by LCCC's Community Resources Office. Contact them for more information and questions at communityresources@lccc.edu or 610-799-1087.

Child Care/Early Education Assistance

The Community Services for Children provides early education services via programs such as Head Start and Pre-K Counts at no cost to income eligible families. For more information, you can call 610-432-5700 or click apply to complete an enrollment application.

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.

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

Lifeline Program for Low-Income Consumers

The Lifeline Program provides a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers. The program helps ensure the security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, family and emergency services. Click here for more information.

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.

Health Care/Medical Assistance

Medical Assistance (MA), also known as Medicaid, pays for health care services for eligible individuals. For more information on eligibility and how to apply please visit the Department of Human Services Medical Assistance.