Director's Message
I hope you had a restful Christmas break, spent lots of time with your families and had your fill of the holiday spirit. It seems a bit strange that Christmas break happens two weeks before SPRING semester begins . . sure doesn't feel like spring these days, but here we are starting off the spring semester.
Your Student Support Services office has a new home! We are now located on the bottom floor of Oaks Hall (same building, new level) and have a wonderful luxury suite to better serve you. Come check out the new student area filled with valuable resources to assist you in your personal and academic endeavors. We are diligently searing for your new SSS counselor. Our search has taken a bit longer than expected but we are committed to selecting only the best person for you. I think you will be pleased.
We have a wonderful line of enrichment programs for you this semester. . I think I hear the ocean?!?!? And, once again we will be teaming up with the learning assistance center to bring you a wide variety of informative workshops.
As always, we are only successful if you are successful. Stop by frequently and let us know how things are going. Can we assist you? We think so!
Welcome back!
Cheryl
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Tutoring Makes A Difference
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Tutoring is available in all subject areas. The process is easy and it's FREE! To sign up for a tutor, just stop by the SSS Office, 1st floor - Oaks Hall and ask for Marti Hunter. Tutoring is also available at the Macon Center in Franklin.
Tutoring Reminder
Be Proactive in your learning! For best results . . sign up early in the semester for a tutor! Spring Semester begins: Wednesday, January 9.
Coming Spring Semester:
Supplemental Instruction Sessions for BIO 168, Anatomy & Physiology I. Leader: Jamie Jones. Sign up in the SSS Office.
Tutoring is also available at the Macon Center in Franklin.
Join the SSS CRLA Tutoring Team
CRLA (College Reading and Learning Assoc)
--assist your SCC peers
--earn extra income
If you would like to become a CRLA tutor for 2001/2002, see Marti for more information.
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January
1 - New Year's Day
8 - Registration Day - Spring Semester
9 - Classes Begin
9 - 15 - Drop / Add
21 - College Closed - Martin Luther King Jr., Day
February
12 - Last Day to Withdraw - 1st Session
12 - Lincoln's Birthday
14 - Valentine's Day
18 - President's Day
22 - Washington's Birthday
23 - HOAE (Health Occupations Aptitude Exam) - 9 a.m.
 Josh Ward
Josh is attending Southwestern Community College to earn his Associate in Arts (College Transfer) Degree. His academic goals include completing the AA degree and attending Western Carolina University.
Josh enjoys a rousing game of football and hanging out with his friends. he also likes riding his motorcycle on nice sunny days.
When asked who has inspired him at SCC, Josh said, "Everyone coming together as one has inspired me the most."
By the way, Josh celebrates another birthday on January 15. If you have a class with Josh or see him in the hall, don't hesitate to wish him a "happy birthday!"
Study Tips - Keys for Success 
Make It a Habit: Work Every Day
Avoid all-night cram sessions in which you (unsuccessfully) try to understand and retain large amounts of information.
Spend time on your studies each day, and you can stay on top of your courses and still have time for fun.
Use small blocks of time - you'll be amazed what you can get done between classes!
For more great study tips check out the following website: www.slc.uga.berkeley.edu
Important Reminder:
Financial Aid Applications
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
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Stop by your new SSS area, first floor of Oaks Hall (former Business Office area), and see where your new mailbox is located.
Dixie Stampede
and
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
Friday, January 25
Watch your mailbox for an announcement on this next exciting Cultural Enrichment Activity!
Something to think about . .
"What was hard to bear is sweet to remember"
- Portuguese Proverb
 
in January to:
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Sharon Ferguson - 1
Lesel Hord - 9
Nathan Jones - 9
Ashley Delashmit - 10
Matt Smith - 11
Elizabeth Giles - 13
Stephanie Hosit - 13
Charlene Otter - 14
Linda Griffin - 15
Josh Ward - 15
Doris Franks - 18
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Melanie Holland - 19
Camille Shockley - 19
Angela Waddell - 22
Susan Buchanan - 24
Daniel Keener - 24
Ray Sutton - 24
David Whitwam - 24
Amy Potts - 27
Kyle Horner - 28
Joshua Deitz - 29
Earl Middleton - 31
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Word of the Month
esoteric: adj. 1a. Meant for or understood by only a specific group. 1b. Of or relating to what is known by a restricted number of people. 2a. Confined to a small group. 2b. Not publicly disclosed; confidential.
--The American Heritage College Dictionary
Student Support Services 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.
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