dccc youradvantage - spring 2013 publication

See how you can save thousands of dollars 2

Apply today 6

Access the arts 8

Discover the new Learning Commons 14

Serving Delaware and Chester CountiesFind yourself here.

Spring 2013your ADVANTAGE

Summer and fall registration begins March 25

In 2001, I started back to school as an adult learner with the dream

of becoming a nurse practitioner. The two years I spent getting back on my feet in the academic world have sent me places I never thought possible. I’m eternally grateful for Delaware County Community College.”

—Dr. Dori Lawson, Nurse Practitioner Regional Heart Center at The Reading Hospital and Medical Center

Register Now! Visit www.dccc.edu/register or call 1-855-DCCC-NOW (1-855-322-2669).

Incredible Value 2See how much you’ll save by attending Delaware County Community College.

Diverse Programs and Course Selections 5Choose from 60 associate degrees and 39 certificate programs.

Admission and Financial Aid 6Open admission makes applying easy; financial aid makes it more affordable.

The Arts at Delaware County Community College 8Access the arts through exhibitions, performances and more.

Vibrant Campus Life and Events 10There’s a club, event, sport and activity for every interest.

Transfer Opportunities 13The College will guide you through the transfer process.

World-Class Facilities 14Get a glimpse of some of the College’s state-of-the-art facilities.

Convenient Locations 16 With eight locations in Delaware and Chester Counties, there’s a location near you.

Discover your Advantage…

The College has helped me find myself here by allowing me to explore many educational and extra-curricular activities, as well as giving me a base to reflect on my career and life goals so that I can make the best choices for my future.”

—Steve Babb (Front Cover)Education

your Advantage: Incredible Value

See how much you can save by attending Delaware County Community College for two years before transferring.**(Two years at the College costs around $5,000 for students in sponsoring school districts and around $10,000 for those in non-sponsoring districts.)

*Source: Institution websites. Based on in-state tuition for an average full-time undergraduate for 2012-2013.

**Savings shown are based on a student taking 12 credits per semester and receiving reduced-rate tuition, which is offered to residents of the 12 school districts that provide financial support to the College. Those districts are: Chester-Upland, Garnet Valley (residents of Bethel Township), Haverford, Interboro, Radnor, Ridley, Rose Tree Media, Southeast Delco, Springfield, Upper Darby, Wallingford-Swarthmore (residents of Swarthmore and Rutledge) and William Penn. Savings for students in a non-sponsoring district will be less.

†Based on in-state residency for the College of Liberal Arts.

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Delaware County Community College has

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—Emily McVan Natural Sciences

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Invest in Your Future

*Many transfer schools offer scholarships to qualified Delaware County Community College students who graduate with an associate degree.

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At Delaware County Community College,

all of the staff and faculty are patient, caring and work to motivate students.”

—Albert Jenkins III Hotel and Restaurant Management


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your Advantage: Diverse Programs and Course Selections

Allied Health, Emergency Services and Nursing• Emergency Management and Planning (A) (Concentrations: EMT, Fire Science, Municipal Police Officer)• Emergency Medical Technician (C)• Health Care Management (A)• Health Studies (A)• Managed Care (C)• Medical Assistant (A,C)• Medical Billing (C)• Medical Coding and Billing (C)• Medical Coding and Billing for Healthcare Professionals (C)• Nursing (A)• Paramedic (A)• Perioperative Nursing (C)• Respiratory Therapy (A)• Surgical Technology (A)

Business and Computer Information Systems• Accounting (A)• Accounting, Professional (C)• Business Administration (A)• Business Management (A)• Computer Applications (A)• Computer Information Systems (A)• Computer Programming (A)• Culinary Arts (C)• Entrepreneurship (C)• Game Development (A)• General Business (A)• Help Desk/Technical Support (A)• Hotel and Restaurant Management (A)• Human Resource Management (C)• Interactive Multimedia (A,C)• Mobile Computing (A,C)• Network Engineering (A)• Paralegal Studies (A,C)• Small Business Management (A,C)• Web Development (A,C)

Communications, Arts and Humanities• Communication Arts (A) (Concentrations: Communication Studies, Journalism, Theatre)• General Studies (A)• Global Studies (A)• Graphic Design (A)• Liberal Arts (A)• Photography (C)• Studio Arts (A)• Theatre Arts (C)

Public Services and Social Science• Administration of Justice (A)• Behavioral Science (A) (Concentrations: Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology)• Child Development Associate (C)• Early Childhood Director (C)• Early Childhood Education (A)• Education (A)• Human Service (A)• Insurance Claims Adjuster (A)

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics• Architectural Technology (A)• Automated Manufacturing/Robotics Technology (A)• CNC Programming, Lathe and Mill (C)• Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology (A,C)• Computer-Aided Machining, Lathe, Mill and EDM (C)• Construction Management Technology (A)• Construction Supervision (C)• Electronics Technology (A)• Energy Technology (A)• Engineering (A)• Facility Management Technology (A)• Industrial Production Technician (C)• Industrial Systems Technology (A,C)• Machine Tool Technology (A)• Machining Operations Level I (C)• Machining Operations Level II (C)• Manufacturing Operations (C)• Mathematics / Natural Science (A)• Mechanical Technology (A)• Nanofabrication Manufacturing Technology (A)• Process Control Technology I (C)• Process Control Technology II (C)• Science for Health Professions (A)• Technical Studies (A)

Workforce Development and Community Education• Automotive Technology (A)• Automotive Technology I (C)• Automotive Technology II (C)• Carpentry, Finish (C)• Carpentry, Residential (C)• Electrical (C) • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (A,C)• Municipal Police Training (C)• Plumbing Apprenticeship (C)• Welding (C)

Delaware County Community College offers Associate of Art (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.) and Associate of Fine Art (A.F.A.) transfer degrees for students planning to complete a four-year baccalaureate program. Students can also earn an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) or professional certificates for workforce preparation or career advancement.

A=Associate Degree C=Certificate

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your Advantage: Open Admission

The College offers rolling and open admissions to anyone with a high school diploma or GED and the ability to benefit.

How to Apply www.dccc.edu/apply

1. Complete the Application for Admission at www.dccc.edu/apply and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov. New students may apply for admission online or download an application. Readmitting and international students must complete and submit a paper application.

2. Check your mail. In about a week, you will receive an acceptance letter, welcome packet and instructions on how to access delaGATE, the College’s official online portal.

3. Log in to delaGATE to review your financial aid status, schedule placement tests, access your College email account and more.

4. Attend a college planning session to review your test results and register for classes with an advisor’s help.

Students should apply to the College and for Financial Aid at the same time.

Clickwww.dccc.edu/admissions or email [email protected]

Call1-855-DCCC-NOW (1-855-322-2669)

VisitSchedule a campus tour today!

It’s a Fact…

• Students enrolled in college full time have a better chance of completing their degree.

• Utilizing financial aid is the best approach to academic success.

• The main reason students do not complete their degrees: Work gets in the way.

Important Registration Dates*

March 25:

Fall and summer registration begins

May 22:

Last day to register for Summer I

May 28:

Summer I classes begin

July 3:

Last day to register for Summer II

July 8:

Summer II classes begin

August 28:

Last day to register for fall classes

September 3:

Fall classes begin

www.dccc.edu/register

*Dates subject to change.


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The College offers several options for students who need assistance paying for college:

• Federal and State Grants • Student Loans • Payment Plans • Work Study • Scholarships

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Financial Aid

1. File your income tax return as early as possible. View 7 Easy Steps to the FAFSA tutorial: www.finaid.ucsb.edu/FAFSASimplification/index.html

2. Within 2-3 weeks of filing your tax return, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA): fafsa.ed.gov. To simplify the process, use the FAFSA IRS Data Retrieval tool to automatically import official tax information.

3. List Delaware County Community College’s code on the FAFSA: 007110.

4. Look for an email from the U.S. Department of Education and follow the directions to view your Student Aid Report. Review the report carefully and make corrections if needed.

5. Look for communication (paper or email) from Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). (This information applies to state financial aid only.)

6. Within 3–6 weeks check your financial aid status through delaGATE (delaGATE.dccc.edu), which is the College’s web portal used for all communications to you. Check it often for important information about financial aid and to view announcements and emails.

7. Additional documentation or action may be required to finalize your financial aid. Check delaGATE frequently to stay informed. Respond immediately!

For assistance from a financial aid advisor, call 610-359-5330 or email [email protected].

NOTE: Students who do not fully complete the entire financial aid process, including submission of any additional documents, by the deadlines will be required to go on our payment plan to hold their classes while aid eligibility is finalized.

your Advantage: Financial Aid Financial Aid DeadlinesJanuary 1: FAFSA form available online (The best time to submit your FAFSA is two weeks after you file your taxes)

April 1: Priority deadline for FAFSA and all financial aid documents for Summer I and II classes

April 15: Scholarship applications due

May 1: PHEAA deadline for returning students

July 1: Priority deadline for FAFSA, Federal Direct Loan Program and all financial aid documents for fall classes

August 1: PHEAA deadline for first-time FAFSA applicants (but you should meet the July 1 priority deadline)

November 1: Priority deadline for FAFSA and all financial aid documents for spring classes

Helpful Resources

www.College.gov www.FAFSA.ed.gov www.FinAid.org www.GIbill.va.gov www.PHEAA.org www.StudentLoans.gov

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Spring2013

Renovated AuditoriumUpgrades were recently completed to the College’s Large Auditorium, including new lighting, audiovisual and sound equipment. The renovations offer audiences an enhanced viewing experience, while providing student actors with a real-world setting in which to practice and learn.

The College hosts a New Music Concert Series, SpectiCast performance screenings in HD, visual arts exhibitions and a student theatre production each season, making the arts more accessible and affordable to residents of Delaware and Chester Counties.

Spring 2013 Schedule

SPECTICAST SERIES Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” Sunday, March 17 at 2 p.m.

W.A. Mozart’s “The Great Mass” Sunday, April 21 at 2 p.m.

Giuseppe Verdi’s “Un Ballo In Maschera” Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m.

CONCERT SERIES Scott Davidson Trio Sunday, April 7 at 3 p.m.

Dolce Suono Ensemble Sunday, April 14 at 3 p.m.

Clipper Erickson, Piano Sunday, April 28 at 3 p.m.

THEATRE PRODUCTION Godspell by John Michael Tebelak April 10–13 & 17–20 at 7 p.m.

VISUAL ARTS Art and Childhood Development Exhibition June 4–27

ARTICULTURE Spirituality in Art March 26 – April 26

Articulture is a month-long biennial festival intended to cultivate the arts in the Delaware Valley region through the presentation of contemporary works and performances by both regional and international artists. This year, professional artists, musicians and student performers will explore the theme of spirituality.

MUSIC Enjoy concerts from some of the world’s top musicians right in your backyard. The College hosts a variety of musical events, including our New Music Concert series as well SpectiCast, which features high-definition broadcasts of performances.

VISUAL ARTSThe Marple Campus features an art gallery that showcases the work of students as well as professional artists.

THEATREEach year, the Drama Department presents two student-produced plays. Recent productions have included Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s Lost and Travesties.

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your Advantage: Vibrant Campus Life & Events

Upcoming Events

March 26 Women in Leadership

April 3 Spring Transfer Fair

April 9 Behind the Nike Swoosh— Jim Keady

April 10 “A Light in the Attic”—What Shel Silverstein Teaches us About Leadership

Allied Health and Nursing Transfer Fair

April 15 Mia Mingas

April 17 Job Fair

April 23 Jean Kwok, Author of Girl in Translation

EVENTS

Each semester, the Campus Life Office hosts performers and speakers ranging from poets and dance troupes to business leaders and government representatives. In April, Jean Kwok, author of Girl in Translation, will read, discuss her work and give a book signing.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES

Students can participate in more than 25 clubs and organizations, including a criminal justice club, literature club and multicultural club.

Connect with the College

See what’s happening on campus and what it’s like to attend Delaware County Community College through our official social media pages. Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, view our YouTube channel or connect with our Alumni Association on LinkedIn.

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www.facebook.com/ DelawareCounty CommunityCollege

www.twitter.com/ delawareccc

www.youtube.com/ DelawareCtyCommCol

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ORGANIZATIONS

Students can participate in a variety of organizations as well, including The Communitarian student newspaper, a campus radio station and Pegasus literary magazine.

SPORTS

A range of athletic options are available to students, including intercollegiate sports, clubs and intramurals. Intercollegiate offerings include: baseball, basketball (men’s and women’s), golf, soccer (men’s), tennis (co-ed) and volleyball (women’s).

WORKSHOPS

The College offers a variety of workshops to students, on everything from leadership, career guidance, success and more. Through the Directions workshop series, students earn a certificate for attending a designated number of workshops. Upcoming spring workshops include interviewing strategies, managing stress and résumé writing.

Learn more: www.dccc.edu/workshops

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Delaware County Community College

is a great place to start. The College is full of academic resources that helped me get back on the road to education, and college has changed my life for the better. I plan to transfer to a four-year school and then go on to earn my master’s degree.”

—Wayne Kightlinger Human Service


your Advantage:Transfer Opportunities

Thanks to transfer agreements with more than 40 four-year schools in the region and beyond, students can transfer anywhere. The College also maintains guaranteed admission agreements with a number of schools. These agreements benefit students who meet certain requirements and graduate with a designated associate degree from Delaware County Community College.

Transfer Partners With Admission Agreements*

*New agreements are established frequently. Visit www.dccc.edu/transfer for more information.

• Albright College• Alvernia University• Arcadia University• Cabrini College• Chestnut Hill College• Eastern University• Immaculata University• La Salle University• Neumann University

• Peirce College• Rosemont College• Saint Joseph’s University• Strayer University• Temple University• Villanova University (part-time studies)

• West Chester University• Widener University

When I came here, I was still undecided

on my major. The advisers at Delaware County Community College helped me find my areas of interest, what fascinates me, and what I am good at. Now, I am transferring to Drexel University to complete my undergraduate degree in Business.”

—Haroon Shakeel Business Administration

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your Advantage:World-Class Facilities

Learning Commons In January, the College unveiled its brand new Learning Commons, a one-stop location for students to access library, tutoring and writing services. The Learning Commons also houses supplemental instruction services and a variety of technology, including more than 100 computers and 50 laptops, Macbooks and iPads.

There is a variety of classrooms in the Learning Commons featuring the latest technology.

The updated information center and reference desk allows staff to help students one-on-one.

A lounge provides students with a comfortable area to study with classmates or individually. There’s also a coffee bar nearby that offers convenient refreshments.

Students can reserve group study rooms, which are equipped with wall-mounted computers and whiteboards for enhanced studying capabilities.

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your Advantage: Convenient Locations

With eight locations in Delaware and Chester Counties, there’s a campus near you. Courses are also available online and at additional sites. For a full locations list, maps and directions visit www.dccc.edu/locations.

Delaware CountyMarple Campus 901 S. Media Line Road Media, PA 19063 610-359-5000

Southeast Center 2000 Elmwood Avenue Curtis Building Sharon Hill, PA 19079 610-957-5700

Upper Darby Center Barclay Square 1570 Garrett Road Upper Darby, PA 19082 610-723-1250

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Marple Campus • SEPTA Bus 112, 115, 118

The Chester County Hospital • SEPTA Bus 92

Exton Center • Paoli/Thorndale line to SEPTA Bus 92 or 204

Southeast Center • SEPTA Bus 113, 114 and 115

• Trolley Routes 101 and 102

• Wilmington/Newark Line

Upper Darby Center • Train and bus access through 69th Street

• Transportation Center via Trolley Lines 101 and 102

Chester CountyBrandywine Campus 443 Boot Road Downingtown, PA 19335

The Chester County Hospital 701 East Marshall Street Rhoads Nursing Education Building West Chester, PA 19380 610-431-5274

Downingtown Campus 100 Bond Drive Downingtown, PA 19335 484-237-6200

Exton Center 906 & 912 Springdale Drive Whiteland Business Park Exton, PA 19431 610-450-6500

Pennocks Bridge Campus 280 Pennocks Bridge Road West Grove, PA 19390 610-869-5100

Delaware County Community College is an equal employment and educational opportunity institution conforming to all applicable legislation that prohibits discrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by state or federal laws in its educational programs, activities, admission or employment policies, as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable statutes. Inquiries concerning Title IX and/or 504 compliance should be referred to: Betty Brown, associate dean for student success, room 2195, 610-359-5320; and/or Connie McCalla, vice president of human resources, room 3572, 610-359-5094. TTY for the hearing impaired: 610-359-5020.

Discover the Renovated Exton CenterThe College recently completed extensive renovations to the Exton Center, providing a more comfortable and inviting environment for students. The new Center features an expanded Learning Center, new faculty offices, an enhanced student lounge and gathering spaces and updated restrooms. Improvements were also made to the electrical, lighting and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.

College Goes Tobacco-Free July 1

On July 1, 2013, Delaware County Community College will go tobacco-free, joining numerous other colleges in the region and beyond in an effort to promote health and wellness. The policy prohibits the use of any tobacco product (cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chewing tobacco, etc.), on College owned or leased property. It is intended to eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke and provide an environment supportive of tobacco-free lifestyles. More information and resources are available at:

www.dccc.edu/tobacco-free


Serving Delaware and Chester Counties

901 South Media Line Road | Media, PA 19063www.dccc.edu | 1-855-DCCC-NOW (1-855-322-2669)

Important Dates:Summer and Fall

Deadline for Financial Aid (FAFSA)*

Last Day for Course Registration

Classes Begin

Summer I Classes April 1 May 22 May 28

Summer II Classes April 1 July 3 July 8

Fall Classes July 1 August 28 September 3

Fall Accelerated I July 1 August 28 September 3

Fall Accelerated II July 1 October 18 October 23

First day for summer and fall registration is March 25.

Special Campus Events www.dccc.edu/events

April 4, 2013: Spring Open House (Marple)

April 17, 2013: Transitioning to College with a Learning Disability (Marple)

April 24, 2013: Transitioning to College with a Learning Disability (Downingtown)

May 2, 2013: Senior Panic Night (Marple)

*Even if you missed a FAFSA deadline, there may be money available. APPLY IMMEDIATELY. Dates subject to change.


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