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The Award-Winning DCC KNIGHTLY NEWS • October 2021 |
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DCC Welcomes New Dean of Student Services |
Danville Community College welcomed Geoffrey Colbert this week as Dean of Student Services. Dean Colbert joins DCC from Howard Community College in Colombia, MD where he served as the Senior Director of Athletics, Student Conduct Officer, Title IX Coordinator, and Chief of Staff to the Vice President of Student Services.
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Bookstore Model Search
Students, faculty, and staff, this is your chance to be a model. The Bookstore is seeking six new models to be featured in DCC apparel on Bookstore wall photos, campus screens, social media posts, and in the Knightly News. Email your best selfie to andrea.nichols@danville.edu by October 18. Selected models will receive free apparel. Don't miss out! |
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Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) recognizes the academic achievement of college students and provides opportunities for its members to grow as scholars and leaders. Established in 1918, Phi Theta Kappa has a presence on almost 1,300 community college campuses in 11 nations. The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges in 1929. More than 3.5 million students have been inducted since 1918, with approximately 250,000 active members in the nation’s community colleges, making Phi Theta Kappa a true catalyst among members and colleges. The current membership drive goes until December 31. If you received an email invitation from Mrs. Mary Motley or Ms. Sherry Gott, be sure to respond! If you believe you are eligible, contact Ms. Gott (sherry.gott@danville.edu). For more information about the Society, go to www.ptk.org/join/faqs.
Our next general meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 7, at 11:00 a.m. in Taylor 201. You don't have to be a member yet to attend the meeting, so please stop by and see what we are about!
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Halloween is right around the corner! DCC’s Office of Student Activities will be hosting a Costume Contest and a Pizza Party on October 28 from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Stop by the Student Center on October 28 from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. to enjoy some FREE food and a chance to enter the Costume Contest. It will NOT be a live contest. Participants will get a picture snapped in front of the festive backdrop and all photos will be sent to all students via email for voting. The participant with the most votes will win a prize! Participants must come by the Student Center anytime from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. on October 28 to be entered.
Costume Contest Rules
- Costumes must be family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
- No costume weapons.
- Nudity or any allusion to it is prohibited.
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Work-Study Positions on Campus
How would you like to work on campus 12-15 hours a week earning $10.00 an hour?
If you are currently receiving the Federal PELL Grant and are enrolled in at least 6 credits eligible for financial aid, we may have a job for you!
Please stop by the Financial Aid Office to complete an application. Bring a current resume if available.
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G3: Get Skilled, Get a Job, Get Ahead! |
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College at no cost: Check out G3
You're closer to earning your professional certification or degree than ever before, potentially at no cost to you, with the G3 program!
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Knight's Pantry is open to all DCC students on Monday - Friday 9:00 to 4:00 (no holidays). Please stop by Temple 102 to get a Student Success Coach to assist you with pantry access. |
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Single Stop™ at DCC is a one stop location that screens your eligibility for various benefits and helps you to find the resources to make life more manageable while you concentrate on finishing school.
Step 1: Link to the screener at danville.edu/singlestopform and take 10-15 minutes to fill in your information. The screener will automatically determine your eligibility.
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Call 434-797-8479 for an appointment for in office screening assistance.
Step 2: A DCC Single Stop case manager will follow-up with you.
Office Information
Temple 102
434-797-8479
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TEACH Club Fall 2021 Meetings |
Join TEACH Club this semester! Gain professional development and volunteer hours in the education field. Contact Traci Daniel at 434-797-6434 or traci.daniel@danville.edu for more information.
Meeting Dates
Tuesday, Oct. 12th @ 11am
Tuesday, Nov. 9th @ 11am
Tuesday, Dec. 14th @ 11am
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Face Coverings Required at Danville Community College |
DCC notified students and personnel on August 4 of new requirements to mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission.
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The safety of our students is at the forefront of our minds as we strive to give you the best experience possible during your time at the college.
To that end, the college would like to take this opportunity to remind you of our policies regarding on-campus emergencies and weather-related closures or delays.
In order to ensure you have the most up-to-date information available, please take a moment to sign up for DCC Alert. This is the college's first line of communication to let you know when something has happened that affects you such as a closing due to a weather event.
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COVID-19 Information Session and Vaccine Clinic | October 7
TEACH Club Meeting | October 12
Mid-term Grades Posted | October 18
Bookstore Model Search Entry Deadline | October 18
Nursing Program Information Session for Students/Parents | October 19
Student Activities Costume Contest and a Pizza Party | October 28
Last Day to Withdraw Without Mitigating Circumstances (“W” Grade Issued) | October 31
Advising by Appointment and Registration for Spring Semester Begins | November 1
Holiday No Classes (Election Day) | November 2
Institutional Effectiveness Day | November 4
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