Community Newsletter β’ December 19, 2022 β’ Volume 7 Issue 4
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Greetings Community Members β
I hope this newsletter finds each of you preparing for a wonderful holiday season. As we prepare to end 2022 and welcome 2023, there are several exciting updates that I would like to share with you.
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METRO is coming to HN-Fallbrook
Starting this January, METRO will begin offering a shuttle service for students that attend LSC-Houston North Fallbrook. While the details are still being finalized, the initial plans are to have connections to bus lines 85 (Antoine), 86 (FM1960), and 96 (Veterans Memorial). The routes will tie into Shepherd Park & Ride and the Greenspoint Transit Center.
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METRO, who currently provides service to four other Lone Star College locations, has continued to be a great partner that is responsive to the needs of our students and the larger Houston community.
This will be a pilot program so we are asking for your assistance in spreading the word and helping this initiative succeed. We believe it will have long-lasting benefits for the college and local community. Please see video above for more information.
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LSC-Houston North Fall Graduates
At Lone Star College, we have commencements once a year in May. However, our students complete their requirements for graduation all year long. Therefore, to celebrate those students graduating this fall, we held a reception for the graduates and their families.
ο»ΏWe are very excited that more students are completing their academic journey with us. We are projecting a 20% increase over our Fall 2021 graduation numbers. Please see pictures from the event below.
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Cookies and Cocoa Community Event
I want to express a special appreciation to all community members that came to our Cookies and Cocoa event. We were serenaded with carols by the Eisenhower High School student choir, there was a toy giveaway for all children that attended as well as a special set of packaged gifts for our student parents to give to their children.
ο»ΏSanta, Ms. Claus, and The Grinch also came out and took pictures with families. It was a joyous community event. See below for a short video along with pictures of the event.
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Winter Hours
While the college will be closed for most operations, we will still be serving students.
ο»ΏFrom Thursday, December 22 through Wednesday, January 4, our Lone Star College-Houston North Victory location will be open to serve students.
We will return to regular hours at all locations on Thursday, January 5.
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Super Saturday Registration Events
Our first 8-week term of the Spring 2023 semester begins January 17 (Day after the MLK holiday).
To help students register, we are having two Super Saturday registration events on January 7 and January 14 at all four of our locations.
Potential students will be able to speak with academic and financial aid advisors, admissions specialists, campus recruiters, and other campus personnel. Students will be able to take the TSIA college entrance tests, attend student orientation, and view our campus facilities.
These events are designed to provide access to all personnel and/or resources needed to help individuals enroll for the spring semester. Please come out. We do have some fun surprises planned during these times. See link attached for more information.
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As we enter a holiday break, we, at Lone Star College-Houston North, want to express our sincerest appreciation for your continued support. We could not exist as a college without strong community partners. We wish you and your families well during this joyous holiday season.
Sincerely,
Quentin Wright, Ed.D.
President, Lone Star College-Houston North
Q@LoneStar.edu β’ @DrQWright
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Spring Payment Plans
Payment Plans will be available starting December 22, 2022
Spring 2023 Payment Due: Saturday, January 7, 2023
Visit LoneStar.edu/payment-plan for more information and for instructions.
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Healthy Nutrition and Cooking Classes with the Academy for Lifelong Learning (50+)
Cook with us in 2023! Through the generous support from MD Anderson Be Well initiative, Lone Star College-Houston North is offering free nutrition and cooking classes to seniors ages 50 or older at our LSC-Houston North Victory location.
The classes will show how to utilize kitchen appliances such as air fryers to provide nutritious meals. Classes begin January 12. For more information, email Gail.L.Smith@LoneStar.edu.
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Panther Pact β Student Emergency Fund
Your contributions directly help a student continue their legacy.
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Saturday events at our LSC-Houston North Libraries!
Microsoft 365 for beginners
Saturday, January 7
10-11:30 a.m.
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Join us and learn some of the fundamental features of Microsoft office 365. This class will cover Outlook, OneDrive, and Teams.
Look for our 2023 Library and Community events to be released on our calendar, and detailed in the next newsletter!
Interested in a Saturday workshop? Hosted by Shantel Benjamin in-person @ HN-Greenspoint.
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Need assistance over the holidays?
In the event you need assistance during the holiday winter break, contact the following:
- Resources (food, clothing, shelter, etc.): Contact 2-1-1
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Emotional or Mental Health Crisis: contact The Harris Center at 713-970-7000
- Emergencies: Contact 9-1-1
- All of these lines are available 24/7
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Game On: Esports is here! | |
Winter Mini-mester began December 19 | |
Super Saturday at all 4 locations Jan. 7 & 14 | |
Spring 2023 classes begin on January 17 | |
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Lone Star College has over 200+ degree programs with several offered at LSC-Houston North locations (Fairbanks, Fallbrook, Greenspoint, Victory).
ο»ΏFor an abbreviated list of workforce programs along with potential salary info, please click here.
| Lone Star College is one of the most affordable options in the area. Students pursuing baccalaureate degrees can earn two years of credit at a cost that is less than one semester at many local universities. Click here for LSC tuition and fees. | |
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If you or anyone you know are interested in a church tour, community prowl, event partnership, or college tour, please email HN-Info@LoneStar.edu or call 281.260.3500 and ask for Student Outreach and Engagement. | | | | | | |
