Special Programs and Services at Lansing Community College

Lansing Community College provides many special programs and services for students, including those which are briefly described below. A comprehensive brochure entitled, Student Services, provides additional information about available student and academic services, learning options, plus other campus information. Copies of Student Services may be obtained from the Student Life and Leadership Office, Room 230, Gannon Building (GB).

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The Center for Employment Services (CES) provides the following services and information to current, former and prospective LCC students, alumni, as well as employers:

• Employment Counseling — includes providing guidance on how to acquire and utilize effective job search strategies, assisting with resume and cover letter preparation, and developing interviewing skills.

• Job Search — includes administering the Student Employment Program (available to LCC students who satisfy specific enrollment and GPA requirements), offering employment opportunities for both on- and off-campus positions, plus providing access to on-campus employer recruiting activities and LCC sponsored job fairs. Job postings are located on a Web-based system titled CES JobLink, which is a free service to current and former LCC students, and alumni. This system also provides an electronic resume “book” (file) that allows users to make their resume viewable to prospective employers.

• Resources and Referrals — include comprehensive information on employment projections, labor market trends, “hot jobs,” salary ranges, and company data. Access to CES JobLink, and other Web-based job posting systems, is available at http://www.lcc.edu/ces.

The Center for Employment Services is located in Room 218, Gannon Building, telephone (517) 483-1172.

Counseling and Advising Center provide academic advising assistance and counseling activities which assist students with personal and interpersonal issues and concerns; referral to community human services agencies for further professional assistance; career counseling and educational planning to facilitate career decisions, choice of major, and course selection. Call (517) 483-1904 for appointments and information, or check the website at http://www.lcc.edu/counseling for additional information.

The Office of Extension and Community Education (ECE) offers educational services to LCC’s on and off-campus students. Our web site can be accessed at http://www.lcc.edu/ece. More than 20 Learning Centers currently exist in Lansing and the six surrounding counties. Classes offered at these off-campus centers include general education core requirements, as well as personal interest courses. Students can register for classes and arrange for assessment testing and advising in select locations. ECE’s four full-service facilities are the Livingston County Center in Howell, the Clinton County Center in St. Johns, LCC East in Meridian Township, and Capital Area Michigan Works! Each center provides on-site registration, academic counseling, assessment testing, computer labs, math labs and other services, plus free parking. Continuing Education classes are offered through the ECE office along with several youth programs including Summer College, Summer Camp and Saturday School.

Information for Persons with Disabilities: Lansing Community College is committed to making accommodations and providing services for persons with disabilities. The College has administrative and faculty specialists who respond to visual, hearing, mobility, and alternative learning accommodation needs. They can be reached at the Office of Disability Support Services (ODSS) (517) 483-1904 (Voice), (517) 483-1207 (Voice/TTY), or at the web site http://www.lcc.edu/odss. The College adheres to the standards and guidelines set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

To be eligible for services and accommodations through ODSS, students are required to provide written verification of their disability. Documentation must be signed and dated by a qualified professional who has diagnosed the disability. If necessary, the ODSS staff can help students find the appropriate professionals to diagnose their disability. Students must have documentation of a disability on file in ODSS offices before services and accommodations for classes can be provided.

Handicap-accessible parking is available and clearly identified at Lansing Community College. For more information, visit the office of Parking and ID Services at http://www.lcc.edu/parking or telephone the office at (517) 483-1798.

The Center for International and Intercultural Education coordinates overseas study through such programs as the Japan Adventure and a network of sister college exchange relationships and offers English and American culture courses for international students at the English Language and Culture Center. Visit our web site at http://www.lcc.edu/intlprog.

The Lansing Community College Foundation supports students, faculty, programs, and facilities through private sector fund-raising in the community. Scholarship awards to students and allocations to LCC programs are coordinated by the Foundation Board of Directors in support of the mission and goals of the College. For additional information, visit the LCC Foundation in the Rogers-Carrier House, 528 N. Capitol, Lansing; call (517) 483-1985; visit our web site at http://www.lcc.edu/foundation/; or e-mail us at exec_foundation@lcc.edu.

Library Information Services provides face-to-face, e-mail and live chat information and research assistance, library resources, web and telephone renewals of library materials, and delivery of library materials to LCC off-campus sites. The library also has 522 study seats, including 60 Internet access computer stations, 33 multi-media rooms and 17 study rooms with data capability. The library website (http://www.lcc.edu/library) provides 24/7 access on and off campus to the library catalog, electronic and full-text reference books, full-text journals, credible websites, resource guides and LINKS, a self-instructional tutorial designed to teach basic research skills.

The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Programs educates the campus community about equal opportunity, affirmative action, and multiculturalism. Office staff resolves complaints of discrimination and other concerns related to employment and terms and conditions of employment or admission. Our web site is located at http://www.lcc.edu/equal.

Student Orientation is an informational program designed for new and returning students. Find out about college academic programs and academic support services including admissions, financial assistance, registration, parking and student IDs. Explore the campus with an LCC tour guide to see our modern, high-tech facilities and classrooms. Make a connection with faculty, counselors and advisors. Visit our cafeterias and student lounges where you can enjoy lunch and take a break with other students. If you can’t make it to campus, visit us online at: http://www.lcc.edu/orientation. For more information, call (517) 483-1904.

The Student Life and Leadership Office exists to enhance the overall educational experiences of students through the development of, exposure to, and participation in social, intellectual, cultural, recreational, campus and community service, leadership development and campus governance programs. Student Life and Leadership enhances student leadership, development, and success through involvement in and exposure to diverse experiences and opportunities. These experiences include Student Senate, a comprehensive student leadership development experience consisting of the Student Advisory Committee to the President, Student Organization Council, and the Student Leadership Academy; student clubs and organizations; student activities such as Caribbean Festival and Spring Fling; campus programming of guest artists and student workshops, lectures and forums; and opportunities to work on the staff of The Lookout, Lansing Community College’s student newspaper. The Student Life and Leadership Office also provides volunteer placement opportunities; the Student Commons; and a housing resource listing service. Visit our web site at http://www.lcc.edu/studentlife.

Tutoring Services, offered through the Learning Assistance Department, provides free tutoring to students enrolled in LCC courses. Professional and peer tutors help students develop course competencies and study strategies. Individual appointments, study groups, Supplemental Instruction, and walk-in/drop-in tutoring sessions are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Applications for tutoring are available at the Tutoring Services office, Arts and Sciences Building 103, on the web at http://www.lcc.edu/tutorial, or by calling (517) 483-1206.

The Women’s Resource Center/Returning Adult Program provides services and programs in support of women and men at Lansing Community College, including financial assistance with tuition, textbooks, transportation, and child care costs, academic advising, reentry support, and referral services. For additional information, visit the Center in the Gannon Building, Room 204, or call (517) 483-1199, or visit our web site at http://www.lcc.edu/wrc.