Student Resources
HCC provides many resources that are free for students to support them as they study at HCC. Below is a list of resources that can be copied and pasted into your syllabus to help make students aware of the resources that are available to them.
Resources & Extra Help
Accessibility
If you have a documented disability, need alternative resources or specific accommodations to help you succeed in this class, please check in with Disability Support Services (RCF 302), 443-518-1300. Please let me know how I can best support your learning and/or accommodations.
Assignments
If you need guidance on your assignments, please let me know. You can schedule an appointment with me in my office by sending me an email at _____________@howardcc.edu. You can also schedule an appointment to see a tutor, available in both the Composition and Literature Center in DH 210 and the Write Room (RCF 352) inside the Learning Assistance Center in RCF 340.
Computer Help
If you need a computer to prepare your assignments, you can use a computer in the computer labs located in DH 110, CL 129, the library, the Composition and Literature Center in DH 210 and the Learning Assistance Center in RCF 340.
If you need help using a computer or specific software to complete any of your assignments, contact the Learning Commons at LC@howardcc.edu to schedule an appointment for free instruction and help.
English as a Second Language
ESL students can also receive help from the Composition and Literature Center and the Write Room in the Learning Assistance Center, but should ask if ESL tutors are available; these experts can give you the specific help you may need. ESL students can also get help with speaking and presentation skills from the ESL Pronunciation Lab located in DH 210.
HCC Mobile Alerts
You should sign up for mobile alerts via email or text to stay informed about important college information (like delays and campus closings) here: https://howardcc.omnilert.net/subscriber.php. You will need to create a username and password first (your HCC credentials don’t work for this site). Then add a phone number or email address where you would like to receive the notifications (via text or email).
Learning Assistance Center (LAC)
Students can go to the LAC on the 3rd floor of the RCF building (RCF 340) for drop-in tutoring or to enroll in a weekly appointment with a tutor for academic help in college courses.
Learning Commons
If you need technology help with any of your assignments (if you don’t know how to use PowerPoint to do your assignment for example) you can email LC@howardcc.edu to set up an appointment in-person or by phone.
If you have a documented disability, need alternative resources or specific accommodations to help you succeed in this class, please check in with Disability Support Services (RCF 302), 443-518-1300. Please let me know how I can best support your learning and/or accommodations.
Assignments
If you need guidance on your assignments, please let me know. You can schedule an appointment with me in my office by sending me an email at _____________@howardcc.edu. You can also schedule an appointment to see a tutor, available in both the Composition and Literature Center in DH 210 and the Write Room (RCF 352) inside the Learning Assistance Center in RCF 340.
Computer Help
If you need a computer to prepare your assignments, you can use a computer in the computer labs located in DH 110, CL 129, the library, the Composition and Literature Center in DH 210 and the Learning Assistance Center in RCF 340.
If you need help using a computer or specific software to complete any of your assignments, contact the Learning Commons at LC@howardcc.edu to schedule an appointment for free instruction and help.
English as a Second Language
ESL students can also receive help from the Composition and Literature Center and the Write Room in the Learning Assistance Center, but should ask if ESL tutors are available; these experts can give you the specific help you may need. ESL students can also get help with speaking and presentation skills from the ESL Pronunciation Lab located in DH 210.
HCC Mobile Alerts
You should sign up for mobile alerts via email or text to stay informed about important college information (like delays and campus closings) here: https://howardcc.omnilert.net/subscriber.php. You will need to create a username and password first (your HCC credentials don’t work for this site). Then add a phone number or email address where you would like to receive the notifications (via text or email).
Learning Assistance Center (LAC)
Students can go to the LAC on the 3rd floor of the RCF building (RCF 340) for drop-in tutoring or to enroll in a weekly appointment with a tutor for academic help in college courses.
Learning Commons
If you need technology help with any of your assignments (if you don’t know how to use PowerPoint to do your assignment for example) you can email LC@howardcc.edu to set up an appointment in-person or by phone.
Additional Services & Groups at HCC
AAdmissions & Advising
By working with an advisor, students can reach academic and transfer goals in the following ways: select an academic major and courses, receive accurate, up-to-date information about HCC academics, policies, procedures, and processes, develop a short-term plan for each semester and a long-term plan for graduation and transfer, explore the variety of enriching experiences HCC has to offer like study abroad, service learning, and internships.
RCF 242
443-518-1200
Ambiciones
Provides support to Hispanic/Latino students by connecting them to resources on campus, such as academic advising and tutoring, mentoring and coaching, and personal and career counseling.
RCF302
443-518-1300
Career Links
Designed to assist Howard Community College students who are low-income single parents or displaced homemakers identify and access resources necessary for academic, career, and employment success.
RCF 302
443-518-1340
Counseling Services
Provides personal and mental health counseling and crisis intervention. Workshops are offered to assist in coping with school/work/life challenges.
RCF 302
(443) 518-1340
Disability Support Services
Provides academic advising, counseling, advocacy, determination and arrangement of accommodations as deemed reasonable and appropriate based on documentation.
RCF 302
(443) 518-1300
Financial Aid Services
Provides 24 hour web access, assistance completing the FAFSA, front counter services, financial aid counseling, administration of the work-study programs, and federal student loan processing. Financial Aid Services monitors satisfactory academic progress (SAP) as mandated by the Department of Education.
RCF 222
(443) 518-1260
Food Pantry
Students can pick-up free non-perishable food items once a week. Students must bring a picture ID and a copy of their schedule.
Student Life
443-518-1420
Howard P.R.I.D.E.
Howard P.R.I.D.E. is a leadership program that encourages the continued academic, professional and personal development of black and minority males. The program provides the following resources and opportunities: tutoring, mentoring, service learning, leadership seminars, individualized academic advising, academic monitoring and personalized career and academic planning.
RCF 302
443-518-1300
Laptop Loan
Help Desk can loan eligible students a laptop for 7 days. Help Desk also assists students having problems with passwords, email, myHCC, online course access, wireless access, registration, printing, software, and other technology problems.
DH110 or CL129
443-518-4444
Learning Assistance Center
Provides scheduled and drop-in tutoring for all credit students, academic support across the curriculum, study skills workshops, math reviews, math videos, WRITE Room for walk-in assistance in English, HOWL (Howard Online Writing Lab) adaptive lab equipment for students with disabilities, and academic computer lab/ printing.
RCF 340
443-518-1320
Mobile WiFi Hotspot Checkout
A WiFi to Go mobile hotspot may be checked out from the HCC Library for up to 72 hours at a time. Students can use these hotspots for free to connect to the internet to complete course assignments.
HCC Library
443-518-1460
Safe Zone
Safe Zone is a network of allies committed to providing a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, faculty, and staff at HCC. Safe Zones aim to foster an affirmative climate of civility, safety, and support for all members of the campus community. Its members serve as allies, educators, resources, and advocates.
https://www.howardcc.edu/student-life/safe-zone/
Student Life
443-518-1420
Step UP
Step Up is a program that helps students connect and succeed at HCC. Students who volunteer to participate are paired with a faculty or staff coach who provides one-on-one support for managing the challenges of college and life. During weekly meetings, coaches encourage, guide and support their Step UP students.
DH 124
443-518-4465
Student Life
The Office of Student Life is pleased to offer the following discounts and services to students and members of the HCC community including the Wellness Center, LGBTQ resources, Voter registration, Food Pantry, Game Room, discounted tickets, and flier postings.
Student Life
443-518-1420
TRIO
For first generation college students, Pell grant eligible or documented disability: TRIO is a federally funded program designed to provide academic support services to credit students through: individualized academic advising, graduation & transfer counseling, one-on-one tutoring and academic/career readiness programming. Additional support may be provided for assistance in math, reading, writing, ESL and study skills.
RCF 302
443-518-1300
Veterans Affairs
Provides assistance to veterans, active duty military, guard, reservists, and dependents of veterans and active duty military. The Veterans’ Affairs staff work with veterans and their qualified dependents to initiate processes necessary to activate and maintain their benefits.
RCF 233
443-518-1240
Wellness Center
The Wellness Center's purpose is to empower students to make informed decisions about their health, to support their well-being and quality of life. They offer a variety of wellness services, host educational workshops, hold wellness events and provide students with referrals as necessary.
CL 178
443-518-4950
By working with an advisor, students can reach academic and transfer goals in the following ways: select an academic major and courses, receive accurate, up-to-date information about HCC academics, policies, procedures, and processes, develop a short-term plan for each semester and a long-term plan for graduation and transfer, explore the variety of enriching experiences HCC has to offer like study abroad, service learning, and internships.
RCF 242
443-518-1200
Ambiciones
Provides support to Hispanic/Latino students by connecting them to resources on campus, such as academic advising and tutoring, mentoring and coaching, and personal and career counseling.
RCF302
443-518-1300
Career Links
Designed to assist Howard Community College students who are low-income single parents or displaced homemakers identify and access resources necessary for academic, career, and employment success.
RCF 302
443-518-1340
Counseling Services
Provides personal and mental health counseling and crisis intervention. Workshops are offered to assist in coping with school/work/life challenges.
RCF 302
(443) 518-1340
Disability Support Services
Provides academic advising, counseling, advocacy, determination and arrangement of accommodations as deemed reasonable and appropriate based on documentation.
RCF 302
(443) 518-1300
Financial Aid Services
Provides 24 hour web access, assistance completing the FAFSA, front counter services, financial aid counseling, administration of the work-study programs, and federal student loan processing. Financial Aid Services monitors satisfactory academic progress (SAP) as mandated by the Department of Education.
RCF 222
(443) 518-1260
Food Pantry
Students can pick-up free non-perishable food items once a week. Students must bring a picture ID and a copy of their schedule.
Student Life
443-518-1420
Howard P.R.I.D.E.
Howard P.R.I.D.E. is a leadership program that encourages the continued academic, professional and personal development of black and minority males. The program provides the following resources and opportunities: tutoring, mentoring, service learning, leadership seminars, individualized academic advising, academic monitoring and personalized career and academic planning.
RCF 302
443-518-1300
Laptop Loan
Help Desk can loan eligible students a laptop for 7 days. Help Desk also assists students having problems with passwords, email, myHCC, online course access, wireless access, registration, printing, software, and other technology problems.
DH110 or CL129
443-518-4444
Learning Assistance Center
Provides scheduled and drop-in tutoring for all credit students, academic support across the curriculum, study skills workshops, math reviews, math videos, WRITE Room for walk-in assistance in English, HOWL (Howard Online Writing Lab) adaptive lab equipment for students with disabilities, and academic computer lab/ printing.
RCF 340
443-518-1320
Mobile WiFi Hotspot Checkout
A WiFi to Go mobile hotspot may be checked out from the HCC Library for up to 72 hours at a time. Students can use these hotspots for free to connect to the internet to complete course assignments.
HCC Library
443-518-1460
Safe Zone
Safe Zone is a network of allies committed to providing a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students, faculty, and staff at HCC. Safe Zones aim to foster an affirmative climate of civility, safety, and support for all members of the campus community. Its members serve as allies, educators, resources, and advocates.
https://www.howardcc.edu/student-life/safe-zone/
Student Life
443-518-1420
Step UP
Step Up is a program that helps students connect and succeed at HCC. Students who volunteer to participate are paired with a faculty or staff coach who provides one-on-one support for managing the challenges of college and life. During weekly meetings, coaches encourage, guide and support their Step UP students.
DH 124
443-518-4465
Student Life
The Office of Student Life is pleased to offer the following discounts and services to students and members of the HCC community including the Wellness Center, LGBTQ resources, Voter registration, Food Pantry, Game Room, discounted tickets, and flier postings.
Student Life
443-518-1420
TRIO
For first generation college students, Pell grant eligible or documented disability: TRIO is a federally funded program designed to provide academic support services to credit students through: individualized academic advising, graduation & transfer counseling, one-on-one tutoring and academic/career readiness programming. Additional support may be provided for assistance in math, reading, writing, ESL and study skills.
RCF 302
443-518-1300
Veterans Affairs
Provides assistance to veterans, active duty military, guard, reservists, and dependents of veterans and active duty military. The Veterans’ Affairs staff work with veterans and their qualified dependents to initiate processes necessary to activate and maintain their benefits.
RCF 233
443-518-1240
Wellness Center
The Wellness Center's purpose is to empower students to make informed decisions about their health, to support their well-being and quality of life. They offer a variety of wellness services, host educational workshops, hold wellness events and provide students with referrals as necessary.
CL 178
443-518-4950