Top 5 ways to get noticed and succeed at SCCC

1. Join a campus club/organization

My personal favorites:

- SGA: members are offered many opportunities to network throughout the College and the community, especially those who hold an office position.

-Spanish Club: members are very active and plan fantastic presentations and events including trips to NYC & Boston.

-Student Volunteer Organizations: I have never participated in this kind of club, but their work illuminates throughout the College and the community. They always look like they are having fun while they help others.

2. Become a Tutor/Tutee:

If you excel in a certain subject area, apply for at tutoring position; not only do you get paid, but you become fluent in your subject area from explaining what you know to others.

If you are struggling in a subject, get a tutor. Teachers admire your effort to learn and do well in their class. Students are eligible for 1 hour a week of tutoring for free! You might learn a concept from your tutor that you couldn't understand in class.

3. Go to an Open Forum with the President of the College:

I recently attended an open forum with President Bullock and I witnessed his dedication to students' needs. As an employee, I can guarantee you that the student's who voiced their needs and concerns at this event were heard and staff are now busy working on your requests.

4. Visit your Teachers:

Teachers recognize students who put forth effort. Making the time to sit down with your teachers and discuss your work shows your commitment to education and can increase your classroom performance. These student-teacher relationships are also helpful when you're in need of a letter of recommendation.

5. Get a Work Study:

The College has jobs for students all over the campus. These jobs get you behind the scenes working with college staff and can often provide you with experience in your field. The hours are flexible and you can work in between classes (check with Financial Aid to find out if you are eligible).

If you don't get a work study try the Career Center in Elston 223. They may be able to help you find a job locally.