A Farewell Message from Tonya
Dear SSS participants,
This is a farewell letter. Yes, I am leaving you fine group of students to pursue other adventures in the Pacific Northwest. Because of the connections that I have made with you, my quests will include beginning a Student Support Services program at another community college. I will start my new job at Mount Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon on November 13th. Having witnessed the enormous benefits that SSS has the capacity to offer its participants, I am extremely pleased to have the opportunity to continue in the development and implementation of a new TRIO program.
Don't think for a second that my concern for each of you will leave with my departure. On the contrary, I will be following your progress from afar. I intend to continue monitoring your progress in achieving the academic goals you set for yourself at SCC. The three hour time difference will perhaps delay me, but it certainly won't put an end to my desire to know that you are realizing your dreams. Knowing you has truly been a gift for me....a chance to learn that no matter what may get in the way of achieving our goals, we each have our own source of inner strengths, that when called upon, provide us with the resiliency necessary to keep going and go well.
And with all that said.....Adios!
Tonya
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Tutoring Makes A Difference
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Tutoring Reminder
The last day to sign up for a tutor: Tuesday, November 20
Tutoring is available in all subject areas. The process is easy and it's FREE! To sign up for a tutor, just stop in at Room 114, Oaks Hall and ask for Marti Hunter. Tutoring is also available at the Macon Center in Franklin.
Attention: Biology Students
Supplemental Instruction Sessions for BIO 168, Anatomy & Physiology
- TTh, 9-10 a.m. in Balsam Center, Room 253A
Thinking about becoming a Tutor?
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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November
11 - Veteran's Day
20 - Last Day to Withdraw - Second Session Classes
20 - Last Day to Sign Up for a Tutor
21 - NO CLASSES - Thanksgiving Break
22 - 25 - Thanksgiving Holiday - COLLEGE CLOSED
26-30 - Early Registration for Spring Semester
December
9 - Hanukkah Begins at Sundown
17 - Fall Semester ENDS
20 - January 2 - College Closed
25 - Merry Christmas
26 - Kwanzaa Begins
31 - New Year's Eve
 Elly Winstead
This month's spotlight is on Elly Winstead. Elly is currently pursuing her Associate in Arts degree (College Transfer) here at SCC. Her goal is to transfer to the Technology Institute of Fashion Design in New York City, New York and obtain a Bachelors Degree in Fashion/Costume Design.
Elly's hobies and interests include video games, web/costume design, Japanese entertainment and culture, art, comics, modeling and crossword puzzles. She has traveled all over the country competing in her costumes. On several occassions she has won awards. Elly said she could not have done this without the support of her friends.
When asked to list someone at SCC who has been an inspiration to her, Elly named Ms. Karen Crupi. Ms. Crupi was a part-time instructor at SCC before moving out of state. Elly said that Ms. Crupi helped to create an interest for her in Art History and "she proved that it couldn't all be boring." Elly got a lot of fashion ideas from the art Ms. Crupi presented to her class.
Study Tips - Keys for Success 
Part 11-- Procrastination Series:
"Look at What You Have Accomplished"
NOT: I have hardly made a dent in all there is to do!
Instead: I have reviewed my lecture notes and read 3 chapters. That won't guarantee me an "A", but it is more than I did yesterday.
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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Upcoming Workshops
| *Mon, Nov 5 |
Using MS Powerpoint |
1-2 |
| *Wed, Nov 7 |
Conflict Resolution |
12-1 |
| Friday, Nov 9 |
Interviewing Skills |
12-1 |
| Friday, Nov 9 |
Resume Prep |
1-3 |
| *Tues, Nov 13 |
Research Strategies II |
11-12 |
| Friday, Nov 16 |
Resume Prep |
8-9 & 1-3 |
| *Mon, Nov 19 |
Multi-Cultural Diversity |
12-1 |
| *Wed, Dec 5 |
Stress Management |
12-1 |
| Friday, Dec 7 |
Time Management on the Job |
12-1 |
| Friday, Dec 7 |
Resume Prep |
1-5 |
Most workshops are held in the LAC
(Learning Assistance Center--Oaks Hall)
*Indicates this particular workshop is sponsored by a local restaurant and food will be provided.
Friday, November 30
Biltmore House
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse
Asheville Community Theater's "Annie"
Leaving SCC, front parking lot of the Balsam Center, at 1:30 p.m. For more information and to sign up for this spectacular trip (seating is limited), see or call Cheryl, ext. 245.
Something to think about . .
"I have learned this at least by my experiment: if one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours."
- Henry David Thoreau
 
in November to:
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Dawn Snipes - 2
Chip Corbin - 3
Justin Hunt - 8
Lisa Murphy -14
Dixie Shore -14
Jeff Cashion -15
Patty Graham -16
Branyon Colvin -19
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Tadd Wales - 20
David Cummins - 23
Misti Bateman - 24
Mary Fowler - 24
Dennise Mendell - 27
Anna Muse - 27
Jamie Weathers - 27
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Word of the Month
penchant: n. A definite liking; a strong inclination. [synonym: predilection]
predilection: n. A partiality or disposition in favor of something; a preference.
--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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