Week of October 26, 2026

Halloweek 2026: Join Us for Spooky Fun! 🎃

The LCCC Student Government Association invites you to join in a week-long celebration leading up to Halloween! Get in the spooky spirit at any of our upcoming events:

Monday, October 26 | 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Spooky Bracelet Making with Cotton Candy | ARC Cafeteria

Tuesday, October 27 | 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. | Día de los Muertos Cookie Decorating Workshop | H.O.P.E. Center

Wednesday, October 28 | 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Spooky Art Workshop with S’mores | ARC 201

Thursday, October 29 | 12–4 p.m. | Halloween Fest | Student Union

Our annual Halloween Fest Costume Contest will begin promptly at 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 29, so be there by 2:15 p.m. to enter! There are cash prizes available for our winners. Enjoy free food, pumpkin painting, a photo booth, a live DJ, and more.

Email Aster West at jwest7@mymail.lccc.edu for more information. We hope to see you there!

Stay Strong Through Midterm Exams 🧠

We are in the middle part of the semester; some major exams have passed, but others remain. To refine your study habits, improve your time management, or strengthen your test-taking strategy, Educational Support Services (ESS) can help.

Strengthen your academic success strategies by connecting with an ESS Learning Specialist for free, personalized help to stay on track. Book an appointment by using the link below or emailing ESS.

📩 Reach out to Educational Support Services: educationalsupportservices@lccc.edu

FAFSA Available

The 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now available. Complete the form to apply for financial aid for attending college between July 1, 2027, and June 30, 2028.

Complete the FAFSA prior to May 1, 2027, to apply for the PA State Grant.

3-Question Survey for Laptop Charging Station 💻

The LCCC Student Government Association is gathering data to support the need for ample technology charging stations around campus to ensure student laptops and phones do not die throughout the school day. Participation in this survey is voluntary, and submissions are kept anonymous.

Please complete this form to the best of your ability. For questions, email Klea Tahiri, SGA Advocacy Chair, at ktahiri@lccc.edu.

Fall 2026 Course Drop and Refund Deadlines

Looking to adjust your class schedule? Review the official add, drop, and withdrawal deadlines before making changes to your schedule.

• You may add, drop, or change course sections only during the official Add/Drop period.
• Informing your instructor or stopping attendance does not officially drop you from a course. You must submit the Add/Drop/Total Withdrawal Form.
• Refund eligibility is based on the date your drop request is submitted.

Questions on how this may affect your graduation plan? Contact your Academic Advisor at adviseme@lccc.edu before making changes.

Boost Your AI Skills: Micro-Training at the AI Student Study Center!

Learn how to use AI to study smarter, safer, and on your own terms. Check out our new Micro-Trainings at the AI Student Study Center!

Available Micro-Training Topics:

1. An Introduction to the World of AI

2. Ethics and Responsible Use of AI in College

3. AI Prompt Engineering

4. Login Procedures to Access Gemini Notebook (Formerly NotebookLM) and Gemini at LCCC

5. Study Techniques Using Gemini Notebook (Formerly NotebookLM)

6. Matching AI to Your Study Needs

7. Using Genio Present to Master Your Presentation

View a video on how to navigate the site here.

Free Food at Morgan and Donley Center!

Free meals will be available to LCCC registered students at both the Donley and Morgan campuses. Meals will include subs and pasta from Yarnell’s Deli.

LCCC Donley Center:

📅 Wednesday, November 4

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

📍 Donley Center Lobby Waiting Room

LCCC Morgan Center:

📅 Tuesday, November 3

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

📍 Morgan Center Lounge

🍽️ First come, first served! Quantities are limited.

Brought to you by Community Resources and Basic Needs, Student Life, LCCC Foundation and PA Hunger Free Campus.

Painting Therapy with Art Club 🎨

Join the LCCC Art Club for painting therapy to relieve built-up stress!

📅Tuesday, November 10

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

📍 CSC Room 204

All supplies will be provided, and all students of any skill level are welcome.

Questions? Email Riel Cuccurullo at gcuccurullo@mymail.lccc.edu.

Mondays are hard, but free pizza is easy! 🍕

We'll hand out FREE pizza to LCCC students from the snack stand, located in Berrier Hall.

📅 Monday, November 16

⏰ 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

📍 Berrier Hall, Lower Level

🍽️ First come, first served! Quantities are limited.

Brought to you by Community Resources and Basic Needs, Student Life, LCCC Foundation, and PA Hunger Free Campus.

Pizza with the President! 🍕

Hosted by our President, Dr. Bieber! This is your chance to have an informal conversation with her, share your thoughts, concerns, and ideas, and ask any questions that you may have.

Dates:

📍 Wednesday, November 11 | 12–1 p.m. | Morgan Center (Tamaqua) | Rooms 104/105

📍 Wednesday, November 18 | 12–1 p.m. | Donley Center (Allentown) | Lower-Level Student Lounge

📍 Wednesday, November 18 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | LCCC Airport

📩 RSVP by contacting Tracy Bean at tbean@lccc.edu

Food on Campus! 🌯

A food truck will be on campus every Tuesday and Wednesday! Yarnall's Deli will also be serving food in the ARC Cafeteria on Thursday.

Clubs, Councils, and Honor Societies

There are over 25 different clubs and honor societies open for you to join this upcoming fall semester! No pre-registration is required to join a club or honor society. View the full club listing, advisor contacts, and Student Life events calendar using the buttons below. For questions, email studentlife@lccc.edu.

INTRAMURALS, RECREATION, AND WELLNESS

Athletic Fit & Flavor Series

Join us for our Fall food and fitness series in Berrier Hall!



📅 Tue, Nov. 3 | ⏰ 12:00 p.m. | 🥾 Hike & Make Your Own Trail Mix

Berrier Hall 💪

Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to use our Wellness Center. You must bring your LCCC ID and complete a waiver form at the front desk or fill out the online form.

Your LCCC ID provides access to the CougarCade, main gym, aux gym, and dance studio.

View our gym hours on our website for the most up-to-date schedule.

*Hours are subject to change based on student worker availability.

TRANSFER SERVICES

Scholarship Info Session

Learn about the Bucknell Summer Scholarship and explore other scholarship opportunities!

📅 Wednesday, October 28

⏰ 2:20 p.m.–3:45 p.m.

📍 CSC, Room 203

📧 Questions? Email fgraham@lccc.edu

Bus Trip to Kutztown University

Interested in transferring to Kutztown University? Join us for a bus trip to KU featuring an information session for prospective transfer students and a campus tour!

📅 Friday, November 13

⏰ 10:15 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

📍 Pick-up: Parking Lot F, in front of the Community Services Center

Registration is required:

1. Click on Transfer Preview Day.
2. Complete the LCCC waiver form, which will be emailed to you after registration.

Transfer Events at Donley and Morgan 🎓

Learn about the transfer process from representatives of colleges and universities during this informative session!

📅 November 4

⏰ 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

📍 Donley, Lobby

📅 November 10

⏰ 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

📍 Donley, Lobby

📧 Questions? Email fgraham@lccc.edu

Transfer to a Four-Year School

We offer Articulation Agreements with four-year universities and colleges around the country to assist in the transfer process.

Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship 💸

The Cooke Transfer Scholarship aims to provide students with the opportunity to graduate from college with as little debt as possible. The award provides last-dollar funding after all institutional aid and can provide up to 55,000 per year toward completing a bachelor’s degree at any accredited undergraduate institution.

In addition to financial support, Cooke Scholars receive comprehensive educational advising, career and graduate school preparation, and access to a thriving community of Cooke Scholars. They may also apply for internship and conference stipends, as well as the Cooke Graduate Scholarship.

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a current student enrolled at an accredited U.S. community college with sophomore status by January 1, 2027, or a recent graduate with plans to enroll full-time at a four-year college in the fall of 2027.
• Have no previous enrollment at a four-year university.
• Demonstrate unmet financial need. Students with an annual family gross income of up to $95,000 are eligible.

This scholarship is open until December 9, 2026. Students can apply via the Common App for Transfer.

Questions? Email fgraham@lccc.edu.

Let Keys at LCCC Unlock the Door to Your Success!

The Keystone Education Yields Success (KEYS) program is open to SNAP, TANF, and Family Works recipients who are currently registered for at least 1 course at LCCC and have a GPA of at least 2.0.

We can provide help including, but not limited to:

• Walmart, Target, LCCC Bookstore, and WEPA printing gift cards
• Transportation funding (mileage reimbursement, Speedway Gas gift cards, and bus passes)
• Referrals for clothing for educational and employment purposes (including LCCC scrubs)
• Loaner laptops and graphing calculators
• Funding for required educational fees such as clearances, CastleBranch, NCLEX/TEAS testing, CPR training, etc.
• Tuition assistance (TANF only)
• Assistance with LCCC and external referrals and resources

Community Resources and Basic Needs

The LCCC Community Resources and Basic Needs Program serves LCCC students who seek basic needs assistance in areas such as food, shelter, and utilities by connecting them with resources that may be available on campus or in the community. A student interested in this service should complete the Community Resources and Basic Needs Intake Form, and should be as specific as possible in the additional details field to help us with matching the area of need with the appropriate resources and eligibility criteria.

Cougar Cabinet

Get free groceries on campus! Visit our Cougar Cabinet for pre-packed bags of essentials. The program is confidential; simply complete a self-declaration form and schedule an appointment with your preferred campus below.

Locations:

Main campus (Schnecksville)

Contact: communityresources@lccc.edu

Donley Center (Allentown)

Contact:donley@lccc.edu

Cougar Cabinet at LCCC Tamaqua

Contact: morgan@lccc.edu

Questions? Email erivera1@lccc.edu for further inquiry.