Events, Meetings, and Workshops

LCCC Bookstore Closure and Online Sale

The LCCC Bookstore will be closed the full week of Thanksgiving (November 21 - 27). Please continue to shop online 24/7 at our website. If you need assistance during this week, please email us at bookstore@lccc.edu, as the email will be checked periodically.

Also, from Wednesday, November 23 through Monday, November 28, the Bookstore will be having a Friends and Family Sale online only: 20% off 1 item, 25% off 2 items, and 30% off 3 or more items. Use the code FriendsFamily to receive the discount. Happy Thanksgiving!

Wellness Wednesday - Emotional Wellness Seminar

Join us on Wednesday, November 30, from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. in BH 4 for an introduction and overview of emotional wellness, why it is an important part of the wellness wheel, and how it affects other aspects of wellness. Lauren Falgout and Jeffrey Herman, LCCC's campus counselors, will be joining us to chat about how to address your emotional needs and how counseling services are here to help you during your college experience.

Thanksgiving Lunch

The Lehigh Conferences of Churches will be serving a Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday, November 24, from 12 - 1 p.m. All are welcomed at the table!

457 W. Allen St.

Allentown, PA 18102

For more information, contact info@lehighchurches.org or 610-433-6421.

Cougar Cabinet Food Distributions – November 22

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 - Tuesday, November 22 from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

LCCC Schnecksville - Tuesday, November 22 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 communityresources@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.

Homeless Veterans Donation Drive

As part of Veterans Appreciation Week, the Veterans Club is partnering with Victory House of the Lehigh Valley to provide much needed winter donations to support the homeless Veterans community. The following items are being collected: jackets, gloves, hats, scarves, umbrellas, underwear, and socks. Items can be dropped off at the collection bins at the Registration/Student Records Office, in the upper level of the Student Union, the ARC Cafeteria, the Corner Café, and at the LCCC Allentown Campus in the lobby. Thank you for your support of this project and our Veterans.

Community College Smart (#CCSmart) Essay Contest - $200 VISA Gift Card Top Prize

LCCC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter is sponsoring an essay contest to support the PTK national initiative #CCSmart, or Community College Smart. this is a national awareness marketing campaign created to focus on the positive aspects of community college and the opportunities afforded to students at community colleges. The goal of the #CCSmart brand is to change the conversation about community colleges, promote student-led advocacy of community colleges, and provide reliable information to the public about community college opportunities.

LCCC's Phi Theta Kappa chapter, Alpha Omicron Alpha, is joining the campaign and would like you to be part of the efforts to change the conversation about community colleges and participate in the CCSmart essay contest. We want to hear directly from our students about their community college experience. Prizes will be awarded to the top two entries. First place winner will receive a $200 VISA gift card and the second place winner will receive a $100 bookstore gift card. Entries are due by Friday, December 2, by 5 p.m. Email Gene Eden at geden@lccc.edu. You can complete the essay application here.

Club and Honor Society Meetings 

Interested in joining or starting a club or honor society? Here are some current LCCC student organizations. For more information on how to get involved, contact Gene Eden, Director of Student Life, at geden@lccc.edu or the club or honor society advisor.

Clubs will not meet over the Thanksgiving Break: November 24 through November 27.

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

Billiards Club - Every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. at the Cougarcade, located on the lower level of Berrier Hall

Campus Christian Fellowship/CRU - Every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in the Student Union Conference Room, located on the lower level of the Student Union by the elevator

Entrepreneur Club - The next meeting will be on Friday, November 4, at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom

Justice Society - Every Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. in the Community Services Center, room 109

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

Outdoors Club - Join the club Discord group here to sign up for the club, receive updates, and connect with officers and other members, or email Vincent Rotondo, Club President, at vrotondo@mymail.lccc.edu

Phi Theta Kappa - Next general membership meeting will be held on Thursday, November 3, at 2:30 p.m. in the Student Union Meeting Room or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 977 3780 9399)

Political Society - Every Wednesday from 4 - 5 p.m. in the Academic Resource Center 201 and on Zoom

PRIDE Club - Every Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. in Berrier Hall, Room 3, located in the lower level.

Veterans Club - Open to all Veteran and Military Affiliated students. Next meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 16, at 12:30 p.m. in the Veterans Lounge, SSC 4M (located in the Career Development Suite in the lower level of the Student Services Center)

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 – Coach Dave Cartwright at msoccer@lcc.edu or wsoccer@lccc.edu
• Women’s Volleyball – Coach Saulio Centeno at volleyball@lccc.edu
• Men’s Basketball – Coach Roskyco Akins at mbasketball@lccc.edu
• Women’s Basketball – Coach James Middleton 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

College Resources, Info, and Assistance

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.

Alex Mkryan - Ping Pong Champion!

On Wednesday, November 7, the Wellness Center hosted a ping pong tournament in Berrier Hall. It was a great afternoon with two tables for tournament play in order to crown LCCC's ping pong champion. Congratulations to Alex Mkryan, who went undefeated throughout the entire tournament! Also, a big round of applause for the runner-up, Jassiah Benson, who came all the way back after dropping his first round match in the double elimination tournament. Thank you to all students who played and participated. The Wellness Center is looking forward to future tournaments!

Work On Campus: LCCC Is Hiring Student Employees for the Spring Semester

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 22/23 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. Examples include: 

• Admissions Department Student Employee
• College Relations Student Assistant
• First Year Experience Ambassador
• Financial Aid Student Assistant
• Veterans' Services Student Assistant

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.

Advice from the LCCC Learning Specialists

Our roles, identities, and environments have blended in new, unexpected ways. Our work, personal, family, and student lives are on top of each other. Our previously separate worlds are the same. This can create new stresses that need managing.

One tip for managing these worlds is just to think about the role you are currently in. For instance, if you are in a remote class, think, "I am in my student role now." Give yourself permission to shift roles as well.

Feeling isolated? 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.

Penn State Lehigh Valley - STEM and Innovation Program

This is a great opportunity for first or second year community college students enrolled in an associate degree program and interested in pursuing a PSU Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) bachelor's degree. Gain access to STEM industries and opportunities in the Lehigh Valley in addition to earning up to a $1,500 scholarship toward first-year tuition.

Visit the website for more information and to apply. Applications are due by December 8. Contact Alison Bonner at alb32@psu.edu for more information.

Cedar Crest College Auditions for Musical Production of Company

LCCC students are welcome to audition for the Cedar Crest College musical production of Company. This production is directed by Bill Mutimer and students can contact him with questions at bmutimer@gmail.com. Audition dates are December 3 from 1 - 3 p.m. and December 4 from 2 - 5 p.m. Auditions will be held at the Samuels Theatre at Cedar Crest College. The show will be held in February 2023.

Mental Health Minutes from the LCCC Counseling Center

There is power in gratitude.

Each year, when the holiday season rolls around, we are reminded of the heartwarming memories associated with these festive times. However, it is unrealistic to believe that this is the case for everyone. Expressing gratitude has been known to be helpful mentally and emotionally, especially when figuring out how to manage the overwhelming feelings that can come with the holiday season. Pause and reflect. What are you grateful for?

Want more personalized advice? Find more information here and contact the LCCC Counseling Center: counselingcenter@lccc.edu or 610-799-1895.

LCCC Equity Center

The Equity Center is temporarily located in ARC 305. This is a safe space where everyone is welcome and respected. Feel free to stop by just to hang around, to study, or to have authentic discussions. The center is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. On Tuesdays, Natalie De Rosa, Latinx Support Coordinator, will be there. On Thursdays, Mitza Morales, Director of Student Engagement and Inclusion, will be there. Clubs may also request to use the space for their meetings by emailing mmorales24@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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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. 

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.