March 2014
The Beep Sheet Student Life at Gloucester County College
Important Dates to Remember Details inside! March 3
SGA Petitions available
March 4
RCGC Q&A Forum - Cafeteria, 1 pm Trivia Tuesday with SystemX DJs
March 6
Open House
March 7
Job Fair Mothers Matter Kickoff Luncheon
March 10-14 SPRING BREAK March 18
Trivia Tuesday with SystemX DJs
March 19
LiNK Presentation
March 20
Health & Wellness Fair
March 21
Evening Christian Concert
Home of the Road Runners
Gloucester County College has entered into a unique partnership with Rowan University that will make a four-year degree more affordable and attainable for college students throughout the region. GCC has changed its name to Rowan College at Gloucester County to reflect its seamless alignment with Rowan University that will offer greater access, affordability and transfer opportunities. For more information, please email rowan@gccnj.edu or call 856-464-5230.
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March 26
Paint with a Passion
March 28
SGA Petitions Due
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Meet RCGC’s new Roadrunner Mascot!
March 31-April 1 SGA ELECTIONS
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@RCGCStudentLife
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STUDENT CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Animal Advocates
Gamers Guild
The animals finally have a voice…YOU. Meetings are Wednesdays, 3/12 and 3/26 in CC 205 at 1:45 pm. For more information contact Advisor, Melissa Norbeck at mnorbec1@gccnj.edu.
“If you bring it, they will play”; video and table-top games in a competitive but casual setting. Join them every Wednesday in the Mini Center from 3:30-5 pm. For information contact Advisor, Josh Wickman at jwickman@gccnj.edu.
DECA Looking for a club that allows students to develop and apply everyday business skills in a competitive environment? They meet on Thursdays in CC 202 from 2:30-3:30 pm. For more information contact Advisor, Kristen Whyte at kwhyte2@gccnj.edu.
Gay Straight Alliance Club All are welcome in this safe and supportive environment for gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer and transgendered students and their allies. Help us work toward a more accepting environment for all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity; join us on Wednesday, 3/19 from 12:30-1:30 pm in IC424. For more information, contact Advisor, Bryan Buttler at bbuttler@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.
Ghost Chasers Club Back by haunting demand, the Paranormal Club has been resurrected! They meet on Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30 pm in Scott Hall 710. For information contact Advisor, Lori Joyce at ljoyce@gccnj.edu.
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They meet every Wednesday from 1-3:30 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.” Join us every Monday from 1:30-3 pm in the Mini Center. For information, contact Advisor, Carol Weinhardt at cweinhar@gccnj.edu.
The Multi-Cultural Club This Club encourages students to share ideas about strengthening and promoting campus diversity and teamwork. They meet every Monday at 12:30 pm in the Mini Center. For more information, contact Advisor, Marcela Stein at msteinsa@gccnj.edu.
Music Society
Educational Opportunity Fund Club The EOF Club meets on Thursdays from 12-1 pm in CC 210. For more information, contact Advisor, Sheryl Ratcliffe at sratclif@gccnj.edu.
Japanese Anime Guild (JAG)
Humanities Club For upcoming trip information, contact Advisor, Anna Kehnast in the Library or at (856) 415-2254.
A network of musicians with the goal to make music a priority on campus. Prepare to jam every Tuesday from 2-4 pm in the Mini Center. For more information contact Advisor, Jim Boeckle at jboeckle@gccnj.edu.
Updated Information can be found 24/7 at http://tinyurl.com/GCCclubinfo Nuclear Medicine Technology Club This club is for students in the NMT program to create awareness of the program through community involvement and activities. They will meet on Wednesday 3/19 and Thursday 3/20 at 11:30 am in HS 511. For more information, please contact Advisor, Laura Pyle Sharkey at lsharkey@gccnj.edu.
Science Club This club is very active with fossil digs and a variety of scientific learning sessions. They meet on 3/5 at 3:15 pm in CC 203 and are sponsoring a Girls’ Technology Fair on Tuesday, 3/11 in Scott Hall. For information, contact Advisor, Christina Nase at cnase@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! For more information, contact the office of Student Life at cmbrid2@gccnj.edu.
Psychology Club This group meets to discuss topics relating to the field, including neurology, sociology, ethics, morality and beliefs. They meet on Monday, 3/17at 1 pm in CC 210. For information contact Advisor, Jessica Jolly at jgoodwi2@gccnj.edu.
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.
Student Veterans Organization
Paralegal Club This Club meets to discuss a variety of topics related to their field. A guest speaker and dinner will be held on Friday, 3/21 from 6:30-9 in the Library Board Room. For more information contact Advisor, Susan Purvin, Esq. at spurvin@gccnj.edu.
Student Nurses Organization (SNO)
Stargazers Club Do you wish to see the moon and beyond? We host “Star Parties” and use a telescope to observe the night sky. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required! For more information contact Advisor, Dan McCormick at dmccormi@gccnj.edu.
This club is geared towards all 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.
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 Student Government Association Interested in getting involved in campus life? Then SGA is just what you are looking for! Join them on Thursdays at 2:30 pm in the Mini Center. For more information contact Advisor, Cheryl McBride at cmcbrid2@gccnj.edu.
This is a group of creative students; writers, poets, and artists who get together to share their work and publish our Literary Magazine. They meet every Thursday from 10 am -12 pm in the Mini Center. For more information contact Advisor, David Schleicher at hschleic@gccnj.edu. 5
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Anna Kehnast
856-415-2254
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We make volunteering easy! All you have to do is tell us your availability, skills and interests and then we will connect you with several volunteer opportunities. It is that easy! Call 856-415-9084 or e-mail volunteer@sjvolunteers.org or visit our website www.sjvolunteers.org/volunteer/
The Student Assistance Center has MOVED! Their new offices are now located on the 2ND floor of the College Center in Room 209. 8
Are you puzzled about your future? Visit the Career & Academic Planning (CAP) Center located on the 2nd floor of the College Center and find out how to put your academic major and your career path pieces together to solve your puzzle!
You can make extra cash by taking notes for others! You need to take a walk to: Special Needs Services located in Instructional Center Room 425
You need to bring with you: Copy of your SPRING 2014 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
Job Fair Friday March 7, 2014 9:00am -12:00pm Don’t forget to bring copies of your resume and cover letter! Is the FAFSA stressing you out? Help with your FAFSA is now available! Attend a session from 5:30-7:30 pm in the University Center Room 903 on Tuesdays, March 4 & April 1
DON’T STRESS IT, WE’LL HELP. Call 415-2219 to make an appointment to attend. Bring your 2013 Tax Return info with you.
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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 LaBuz at 856-415-2264
Visit The Roadrunner NEST located in the College Center cafeteria and try GioFano’s Italian Bistro
Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Daily Lunch Special EVERY DAY. Breakfast served ALL day!
Open Monday-Friday 9 am - 4 pm
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Mon -Thurs 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Friday 7:30 am - 1:00 pm (Deli closes at 12:15 on Fridays)
GCC College Bookstore Hours: Mon -Thurs 9 am - 6 pm Friday 9 am - 3 pm
Contact Campus Security: Dial Ext. 4444 from any campus phone or 856-681-6287 VISIT US AT www.gccnj.edu/security
FALL SPORTS EVENTS
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 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
Please visit GCC Athletics on the web: www.gccnj.edu/athletics
or contact: Brian Rowan at ext. 2263
Fitness Center Open Hours (FREE with a GCC SPRING 2014 ID) Monday - Thursday: 11:30 am-1:30 pm & 2:00-5:30 pm Friday: 11:30 am-1:30 pm & 2:00-5:30 pm Sat, Sun & holidays - CLOSED Bring a lock for a locker.
BUS #463 Regular hourly service to GCC. Call NJ Transit at 973-275-5555 for information.
Located in the College Center Security Office 856-681-6210
Bus Passes Bus passes are sold in the Business Office in the Student Services Building between the 25th and 5th of the month. CASH ONLY.
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Please check Announcements on the GCC Portal regularly! » Advisement & Registration information » Course selections » Financial Aid » Student Life » Athletic Events
Remember to check your GCC email for messages from various Departments and your Professors. If your phone number or address has changed please update it in the Student Services Building.
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