2015-2016 GTCC Student Catalog

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Math Tutoring Lab

Athletics

(336) 334-4822, ext. 50101 http://supportservices.gtcc.edu/math-resource-lab

http://www.gtcc.edu/athletics

The math tutoring lab is staffed with students who have completed upper-level math courses. In the math lab, students can work in study groups, get one-on-one tutoring, or use a computer for math homework or research.

Student Success Courses Student success courses have application for students in all programs. These courses cover skills and strategies designed to improve study behaviors. Some of the topics might include note taking, test taking, memory techniques, time management, reading strategies are a few examples. Emphasis is placed on achieving educational objectives. They are designed to strengthen students’ chances of success in an academic and work setting. These courses count toward graduation and may provide transferrable elective credit. Student Success courses are offered under the ACA prefix.

Writing Center (336) 334-4822, ext. 50584 http://supportservices.gtcc.edu/writing-center Writing Center consultants are available to assist students, faculty, and staff with any writing task - getting ideas, organizing information, finding information, attributing research, resumes, cover letters, grammar, and more. Students should bring their assignment, draft, notes, and other necessary materials to their tutoring session.

Assessment Center (336) 334-4822 + extension Jamestown: Medlin Campus Center #217, ext. 50262 High Point: H1 #133, ext. 55023 Greensboro: Continuing Education Center #132, ext. 53059 http://supportservices.gtcc.edu/testing-center-services Email: testingcenter@gtcc.edu GTCC’s assessment services include placement testing, faculty arranged make-up testing, GTCC web-enhanced/online course testing, and testing services for students with disabilities. At the Jamestown location we also offer credit based testing (CLEP), limited enrollment testing (TEAS), WorkKeys testing, and Praxis practice.

GTCC’s intercollegiate athletic programs include women’s volleyball, men’s baseball, and men’s and women’s basketball. The Titans’ athletic teams compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association.

Bookstore (336) 334-4822 + extension Jamestown: Medlin Campus Center, First Floor, ext. 50050 High Point: H1, ext. 55061 Greensboro Bookstore/Cashiers Office: Continuing Education Center, First Floor, ext. 53011 Aviation Center: AV1 #153, ext. 59021 http://www.gtcc.edu/bookstore Students can buy books, supplies, technology items, and snacks at GTCC bookstores on the Jamestown, High Point, and Greensboro campuses, and the Aviation Center. Students can also order books online. The GTCC Bookstores are owned and operated by GTCC and all proceeds directly support GTCC student scholarships and activities.

Cline Observatory Jamestown Campus (336) 334-4822, ext. 50023 http://www.gtcc.edu/observatory Cline Observatory is equipped with a professional quality 16-inch reflecting telescope housed under a 6-meter rotating dome that allows visitors to view the moon, planets, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. Anyone can visit the observatory on any clear Friday night. Throughout the year, the observatory presents special lectures and events, including TriStar, an annual festival of astronomy held in March, and the annual Fall Astronomy Day Lecture. All observatory programs are free.

Computer Labs Computers are available for student use at Libraries and Learning Assistance Centers at all of the College’s locations and in the Computer Lab located in the Applied Technologies Building on the Jamestown Campus. The Computer Lab provides technical assistance and general referrals for students using software for course requirements. The AT Computer Lab also offers helpful workshops and information, available in person or online, for students who need to know how to use the technological tools GTCC offers to support the student experience at the College (i.e., Moodle, WebAdvisor, Titan Live (e-mail), etc.).

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