Director's Message

Oh my gosh!
Why didn't even one person give me constructive criticism on my May Director’s Message? I just re-read the message and I am not so sure I wrote that. Ok, OK - I am sure I wrote it but I just don’t want to own it. The first paragraph was just a word short of incoherent. What was I possibly thinking? Obviously I was not thinking at all :):)

Having said that - my message for June is short and sweet:
When you see something that is so incredibly awful, please let me know. I will appreciate you for it. I am always open to constructive criticism.

The May message was a blooper. A blooper, I say!

Have a great summer and I am looking forward to some constructive criticism from you.

Cheryl

Be Proactive in Your Learning
- Tutoring Makes a Difference

Tutoring is available in all subject areas.
The process is easy and it's FREE!
To sign up for a tutor, stop by the SSS Office, 1st floor -
Oaks Hall and ask for Marti Hunter.

Sign up for a tutor

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In this Month's Spotlight: Erik Carlson

This month's spotlight is on 22-year old dapper and debonair Erik Carlson. Erik's first academic goal is to complete his college transfer degree at SCC, which will be followed by his second goal of entering a four-year institution to major in the field of medicine or pharmacy degrees which will keep him studying well into his early 30's!

In his spare time, Erik enjoys reading and writing (he is in the process of writing his first book), as well as acting. When asked who has inspired him so far at SCC, Erik will quickly state, Vianne Payne, the educator who opened the doors of acting to him.

Some of Erik's hobbies and interests include swimming and the challenge of strategic games and puzzles (as you well know if you have had the pleasure of attending a cultural enrichment trip with Erik). If you bump into this budding artist in the hall, be sure to ask him about his recent debut performance in the wonderful production of, "Alone Together."

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Keys for Success - [Study tips to help 'Unlock the Knowledge']

M.U.R.D.E.R. - A Study System
(This will be a 3-part series)

E is for Expand: In this step, ask three kinds of questions concerning the studied material:

• If I could speak to the author, what questions would I ask or what criticism would I offer?
• How could I apply this material to what I am interested in?
• How could I make this information interesting and understandable to other students?

For more study tips check out the following website: iss.stthomas.edu/studyguides/

Car Pool

Please contact the SSS office if you are interested in car pooling from any of the following:
Franklin/Otto
Bryson City/Whittier
Cherokee
Murphy/Andrews/Robbinsville

Congratulations to our 2002 Graduates:

Cultural Enrichment for June -

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Financial Aid Reminder

FREE applications for student aid (FAFSA) can be picked up at the SSS office or at SCC's Financial Aid office. Don't forget you can now file your FAFSA on the WEB. www.fafsa.ed.gov

Happy Birthday in June to:

Word of the Month

munificent: adj. 1. Very liberal in giving; generous.
2. Showing great generosity; example: A munificent gift!

(The American Heritage College Dictionary)

Something to Think About

Take time to laugh - it is the music of the soul.

From an old English prayer

SSS Mission Statement

The Student Support Services Office at
Southwestern Community College is
committed to the empowerment of program participants to achieve success through:

•  accessible and effective programs
•  supportive and caring staff
•  quality advising and teaching
•  responsive counseling
•  student advocacy

We strive to offer new services in the spirit of positive and friendly community.

Cross the bridge to success with SSS.

We’re here for you.

at
Southwestern Community College
447 College Drive
Sylva, NC 28779