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The Beep Sheet Student Life at Gloucester County College Home of the Road Runners

April/May 2013

Important Dates to Remember

Details inside!

April 9 Transfer Fair Handwriting Analysis April 10 Blizzard of Bucks April 15, 16 SGA Elections in CC Lobby April 17 LGBTQ Day of Silence PTK Induction (New Officers Needed!) April 20 Kotori’s Cherry Blossom Festival April 23 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Presentation April 25 Around the World in 50 minutes April 29 Multicultural Festival May 1 Stress Free Day May 13 Nurse’s Pinning Ceremony May 15 President’s Award Ceremony May 17 Commencement Breakfast, Rehearsal and Ceremony

GCC students are required to have

ID badges on campus for registration,

requesting transcripts, advising, etc.

Students can obtain their ID badge and

their parking decal at the “One-Stop”

located in the library.

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STUDENT LIFE EVENTS

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STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Educational Opportunity Fund Club

The EOF Club meets

and enjoy activities regularly

during the semester. For more

information, contact Advisor,

Brittany Kouroupos-Bogan at

bkouroup@gccnj.edu.

DECA Looking for a club that allows

students to develop and apply

everyday business skills in a

competitive environment? They

meet in the Mini Center

every Thursday at 2 pm. For

more information contact

Advisor, Julie Marzano at

jmarzano@gccnj.edu.

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 lrohrman@gccnj.edu.

Animal Advocates The animals finally

have a voice…YOU.

Meetings are held in the Mini

Center on Fridays, 4/5, 4/19 and

5/3 at noon. For more

information contact Advisor,

Melissa Norbeck at

mnbec1@gccnj.edu.

The Multi-Cultural Club This Club encourages

students from diverse

cultural backgrounds to

come together and respectfully

share ideas about strengthening

and promoting campus diversity

and teamwork. They meet on

Wednesdays in IC 403 at

12:30 pm. For more information,

contact Advisor, Marcela Stein

at msteinsa@gccnj.edu.

Paralegal Club This Club meets to

discuss a variety of

topics related to their field.

They will be hosting a guest

speaker on Fridays, 4/19 and

5/10 at 6:30 pm in IC 400;

check the website for updates.

For more information contact

Advisor, Susan Purvin, Esq. at

spurvin@gccnj.edu.

Gay Straight Alliance Club Meetings are every Wednesday

in IC400 at 12:30 pm; feel free to

stop by! For more information,

contact Advisor, Bryan Buttler at

bbuttler@gccnj.edu

*NEW* Ghost Chasers Club For those interested in the

paranormal, join this group on

Mondays at 1:30 pm in IC 420.

For more information contact

Advisor, Lori Joyce at

ljoyce@gccnj.edu

Humanities Club For upcoming trip information,

contact Advisor, Anna Kehnast

in the GCC Library or at

(856) 415-2254.

Japanese Anime Guild (JAG)

They meet every

Wednesday from 1-4:30 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

at sglenn@gccnj.edu.

Jesus Is Lord

“Bringing Glory to God at

GCC.” This club meets for food,

fellowship, and prayer every

Monday from 11:30 am-1 pm in

the Mini Center. All are welcome

to attend! For more information,

contact Advisor, Carol Weinhardt

at cweinhar@gccnj.edu.

Music Society A network of musicians with

the goal to make music a priority

on campus. Be ready to jam

every Tuesday in the Mini

Center from 2-4 pm. For more

information contact Advisor, Jim

Boeckle at jboeckle@gccnj.edu.

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Updated Information can be found 24/7 at http://tinyurl.com/GCCclubinfo

Student Veterans Organization

This club is geared

towards all GCC current,

prospective or alumni students

and their families. For more

information contact a club

officer at svo@gccnj.edu or

Advisor, Kathy Leader at

464-5239.

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

jgibson3@gccnj.edu.

Parents Club This club is open to students who have children and want to enjoy family activities. You do not need to have your child enrolled in GCC Daycare to participate! For a list of events and information, visit www.gccnj.edu/ce/ecec or contact Advisor, Debbie Rabottino at drabotti@gccnj.edu.

T2K Associated with Educational Cohorts on Campus focusing on service and leadership. For more information, contact Advisor, Chuck Harkins at charkins@gccnj.edu.

The Vanguard This is a group of creative

students; writers, poets, and

artists who get together to

share their work. They meet

on Thursdays at 11 am in the

Mini Center. For more

information contact Advisor,

David Schleicher at

dschleicher@gccnj.edu.

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!

They meet every Monday in

the Mini Center at 2 pm. See

pages 6 and 7 for events

they are hosting! For more

information, contact Advisor,

Dave Coates at

dcoates@gccnj.edu.

Psychology Club This group meets to

discuss different topics

relating to the field of psychology

including neurology, sociology,

ethics, morality and beliefs. They

will meet on Tuesdays, 4/9 and

4/30 in the Mini Center from

12-1 pm. For information contact

Advisor, Jessica Goodwin at

jgoodwi2@gccnj.edu.

Science Club This club will

perform simple

scientific experiments and

will form study groups. They

will meet on Thursday, 5/12

from1-3 pm in Scott Hall 710.

See our cool event on page 2.

If you are interested, contact

Advisor, Christina Nase at

cnase@gccnj.edu.

Stargazers Club Do you wish to

see the moon and

beyond? We host “Star Parties”

and use a telescope to observe

the night sky on campus and in

Wharton State Forest. No prior

knowledge of astronomy is

required! For more information

contact Advisor, Dan McCormick

at dmccormi@gccnj.edu.

Student Government Association

Interested in

getting involved in

GCC’s campus

life? Then SGA is just what

you are looking for! Join us at

our meetings every Tuesday

in IC 400 at 3 pm. Contact

Advisor, Cheryl McBride at

cmcbrid2@gccnj.edu or pick

up a brochure at the Student Life

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BE INFORMED

Monday, April 15 and Tuesday, April 16

9 am - 3 pm College Center Mezzanine

Contact at (856) 468-5000 ext. 6416

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GET INVOLVED

Wednesday, April 10 Cafeteria 12 pm

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Gloucester County College is committed to efforts to promote the success of our students. In this endeavor the College offers an array of supportive services. Among these is the Student Assistance Center (SAC), which offers assistance to students who may be experiencing personal difficulties that interfere with their college adjustment and success.

At times a student may encounter difficulties that disrupt their college life. Problems may include stress, emotional difficulties, and/or interpersonal problems. During these times the Student Assistance Center is available to support and assist GCC students with confidential short term counseling and/or referral. For an appointment please call 856-464-5236 or stop by the Student Assistance Center in the rear of Library. For more information please check out our website at www.gccnj.edu/sac/

Proceeds go to GCC Foundation Student Scholarships Tickets $1 to Win a BASKET

(bid as many tickets as you like) Baskets will be displayed in the College Center Lobby April 8 - 12

Winners will be chosen on April 15 (need not be present to win) American Association for Women in Community College www.gccnj.edu/aawcc

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You can make extra cash by

taking notes for others!

You need to take a walk to:

the Special Needs Services Dept. in Instructional Center Room 425

You need to bring with you:

Copy of your Spring 2013 schedule

Note taker Registration form

Proof of ID

Sample of class notes

TO BE ELIGIBLE,

STUDENT NOTETAKERS MUST HAVE COMPLETED ALL REMEDIAL COURSE WORK

OR BE EXEMPT FROM REMEDIAL COURSES.

For more info call Jackie Rizzo at (856) 468-5000 ext. 6303

Do you need help exploring majors and career options?

LET US HELP! Contact Dr. Lawson-Briddell,

Director of Undeclared Students located in the CAP Center

(2nd floor of the College Center)

Is the FAFSA stressing you out?

Help with your FAFSA is now available at GCC!

Sessions begin promptly at 10 am and end at noon.

Join us in the University Center Room 905 on

Fridays 4/5, 4/15, 4/26

DON’T STRESS IT, WE’LL HELP. Call 415-2219 to make an appointment to attend.

Bring your 2012 Tax Return info with you.

Are you puzzled about your future?

Visit the Career & Academic Planning (CAP) Center located on

the 2nd floor of College Center and find out how to put your

academic major and your career path pieces together to

solve your puzzle!

ATTENTION EOF STUDENTS Funded, Non-Funded & Past

Funded

IT’S SYAM (See Your Advisor Month)

Failure to schedule an appointment could affect your funding.

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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 M. LaBuz at 856-415-2264 or go to www.gccnj.edu, Student Services, People In Transition

Returning adults may be eligible for GPS!

Former NJ College students who have completed more than 30 credits and who have attended college within the last 10 years could be

eligible for this exciting new program! GPS students receive incentives and support including:

- Fee waivers and book vouchers - Education Navigator Assistance to complete a customized education plan

For more information, go to www. gccnj.edu/gps at EducationNavigator@gccnj.edu or call 856-415-2102

GPS is a grant-funded program

Graduation Positioning Strategy Reach Your Graduation Destination with GPS

Visit The Roadrunner NEST located in the College Center cafeteria and try GioFano’s Italian Bistro for a selection of delicious breakfasts, soups, salads, sandwiches/wraps, pizza, beverages and more.

The full menu is available at www.gccnj.edu/Announcements/documents/GioFanosMenu.pdf Individual orders are welcome and we have take-home family dinners too!

Phone ahead to order if you’re in a hurry at 856-681-6285. Everything is made with FRESH ingredients

Daily Lunch Special every day. Breakfast served ALL day! Open Monday-Friday 9 am - 4 pm

Need Your Graduation Party Catered? Celebrate with TASTEFUL style!

Let Giofano’s Italian Bistro cater it! YES, we deliver and set up…

FREE Graduation Cake with any order of $250.00 or more. Call (856) 681-6285 or (856) 566-5727

Ask for Francine and mention this add when ordering.

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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.

BUS #463 Regular hourly service to GCC. Call NJ Transit at 973-275-5555

for information.

Roadrunner Café Hours Mon -Thurs 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:30 am - 1:30 pm

Fitness Center Open Hours (FREE with a Spring GCC ID)

Monday - Thursday: 11:30 am-1:15 pm & 2:30-5:30 pm Friday: 12-1:15 pm & 2:30-5:30 pm

Sat & Sun - CLOSED Bring a lock for a locker.

Contact Campus Security:

Dial Ext. 4444 from any campus

based phone Dial 856-464-5207

from any phone Dial 609-868-3963

for a mobile patrol officer

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

GCC College

Bookstore Hours:

Mon -Thurs 9 am - 6 pm

Friday 9 am - 3 pm

SPRING SPORTS EVENTS Please visit GCC Athletics on the web:

www.gccnj.edu/athletics

or contact: Brian Rowan Assistant Director of Athletics 856-415-2263

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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 17

See information below on a day sponsored by Student Life that you,

the graduate, don’t want to miss!

Attention May Graduates

Go to www.commencement.gccnj.edu

for dates and details regarding Commencement.