Campus LifeStudent and Activities Affairs
Publicity Off-Campus
The College community may publicize events to off-campus media through the College’s Office of Planning, Accountability and Advancement. Information may be submitted to the Public Relations Specialist, Stockade Building, Room 108, 381-1250.
SCCC Website
For up to date and specific information about SCCC check out the College’s website at www.sunysccc.edu.
Smoke-Free Environment
As per New York State law, smoking is prohibited inside campus buildings, within 20 feet in front of any building entrance, in the quad and on campus walkways. Smokers can use the external smoking shelter located between Elston Hall and the Stockade Building.
Student Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan
The College provides an avenue for all students to obtain, at a reasonable cost, accident and sickness insurance. Full-time students are automatically billed for accident insurance (plan is mandatory for all full-time students). An optional sickness medical insurance is available for all full-time and part-time students as well. This insurance plan must be obtained within the first two weeks of the start of classes. Insurance information is available in Student Services, Elston Hall, Room 222. Payment for student insurance can be made in the Business Office, Elston Hall, Room 517.
Student Activity Fees
Each semester, student activity fees are collected from enrolled students. The Student Government Association Senate approves and oversees the expenditures of the Student Activity Fee. Student Activity Fees are used to support and enhance programs for the benefit of the campus community to include: cultural, educational, social and recreational programs. Students are encouraged to take full advantage of activities supported by Student Activity Fees. For more information, please stop by the Student Activities Office, Elston Hall, Room 222.
Student Business Office
Elston Hall, Room 517, 381-1346 The Student Business Office processes student tuition, fees and parking fines. Each semester all students, including those who receive financial aid, are required to process their tuition bill with the Student Business Office. The tuition bill may also include insurance fees, activity fees and any lab fees. In addition, payments such as transcript fees and graduation fees are paid in the Student Business Office. Student Business Office Hours are posted on the College’s website: www.sunysccc.edu.
Student Center, Activity Forum Elston Hall, ground level
The Activity Forum is the glass-enclosed room located next to the Lounge in the Student Center. This room is open at all times for quiet study when not reserved for a function. Food and beverages are permitted in this room. Your help is appreciated to keep the room neat and clean so others can enjoy this space. This room is also used for student activities, programs, discussions and events. The room must be reserved by contacting Student Affairs, Elston Hall, Room 222, at least one week prior to an event.
Student Photo Identification/Library Cards
All students are required to obtain an SCCC Student Photo Identification/Library Card. This photo ID card issued is a permanent card for SCCC students. This card is used for library purposes, access to the computer lab and for admission to athletic events, lectures, student activities and use of the YMCA facilities. The card is initially obtained at the College Store and an activated barcode will be attached in order for the ID to serve as a library card. Lost cards can be replaced for a charge. Lost cards must be reported to the Library so a replacement card can be issued along with a newly activated bar code. • Students who have paid the Student Activity Fee and who wish to utilize the YMCA Downtown Schenectady 22