Know How to Get Help

• Student Resources
• Academic Support
• Personal Support
• Professional Support
• Social Support

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Cal Lab
Robert Austin: Director
253.566.5369 (Bldg. 7)

Need to sharpen your college prep skills? Cal Lab provides a specialized computer assisted learning facility for pre-college courses in reading, English, ESL, GED, Prep, and Math.

CASA (Center for Academic Support and Achievement)
Leone Faafolau: Program Assistant
253.566.5153 (Bldg. 11, 2^nd floor).

CASA is a TRIO Student Support Services program committed to providing comprehensive, educational enhancement and support services for students who are first-generation, low-income, or have a disability. CASA promotes access, diversity and excellence.

Computer Lab
Information Commons
253.566.5176 (Bldg. 28)

Need technical support? The Computer Lab enhances the learning experience for all currently enrolled students through innovative and effective use of technology.

MARC (Math Advising and Resource Center)
Building 19 Room 22

Do you need help getting past the next level of Math? MARC is the place for you (building 19). Instructors are on site to give you immediate assistance when you need it. Study groups are also available. Study Area Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. and Mon., Tues. and Thurs. 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Instructor Staffed Hours: Mon.

Listening Lab
253.566.6008 (Bldg. 7)

The Listening Lab is used in class and individual language practices, vocabulary drills, listening skills development and music appreciation. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and Mon., Tues. and Thurs. 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Multi-Media Services
253.566.5095 (Bldg. 7)

Need technical equipment for your class presentation? Multi-Media Services provides in-house video viewing stations and multimedia production workstations, as well as a variety of equipment for classroom use. We provide the following: compact disc, cassette, video players, portable public address systems, opaque and LCD projectors, wall and tripod projection screens, and camcorders.

Student Online Access

Need online access? Computers are available for students at:

• Computer lab/Info commons—Building 28
• Web Café—Building 11
• Lobby Building—Building 18
• Library—Building 7
• Gig Harbor Campus

Need a connection? Wireless Internet “hot spots” at prime campus locations

Tutoring Center
253.566.6032 (Bldg. 7 Room 221)

Need a little help from a peer? The Tutoring Center offers free peer tutoring for students who wish to supplement their classroom instruction.

Writing Center
253.566.6032 (Bldg. 7 Room 221)

Need to up that grade point? The Writing Center helps students improve and develop their writing skills for college level course work. Research shows that you can up your grade one level by having your paper edited by at least one other person. The writing center is well worth the stop.

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PERSONAL SUPPORT

Access Services
Kathryn Held: Coordinator
253.566.5328 (Bldg. 7)

Access Services ensures that students with disabilities have equal access to all programs and activities offered at TCC.

Children’s Center
253.566.5180 (Bldg. 23)

The Children’s Center offers a high quality, affordable child care program designed to enable parents to pursue their education while providing a safe, nurturing environment for their children.

Counseling Center
253.566.5122 (Bldg. 7)

Need help with personal difficulties, career decisions or educational planning?  The Counseling Center provides professionally trained counselors to work with students in an atmosphere of mutual trust and confidentiality.

Foundation
253.566.5003 (Bldg. 6)

Need funds? The Foundation offers gifts from corporations, foundations, and individuals. The Foundation is able to support a wide range of collegiate goals. Check out the website to find several great scholarships available for our students.

PTK (Phi Theta Kappa)
253.460.4440 (Bldg. 7, Room 29)

Receive access to scholarship resources and transfer opportunities by joining this honor society.

Students In Service
253.460.4440 (Bldg. 7)

Did you know that community services pays off? By participating in a part-time AmeriCorp program students can earn educational awards. For more details, click here.

PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

Career Center
253.566.5027 (Bldg. 7).

Match your skills with a career suited for you. The Career Center provides students with a wide range of information and suggestions to explore career opportunities.

Job Assistance
Paul Felker: Washington State Employment Security Representative
253.566.5191

Looking for work? Need to create a new resume? The Job Assistance Center is a computer based job search program that helps students locate current job openings and receive referrals for jobs that match their skills.

SOCIAL SUPPORT

M.E.C.A (Multi-Ethnic Cultural Affairs Program)
253.566.5025 (Bldg. 11, 2nd floor).

M.E.C.A. assists students of color and returning adult students in achieving their educational goals. M.E.C.A offers programs and support services that assist in maximizing student success.

Student Government
Robert Segura: Student Government
253.566.6025 (Bldg. 11).

You have a voice and we want to hear it! Student Government consists of TCC elected student representatives. Student Government is composed of four officers: The President, two Vice Presidents and one Secretary. There are also 50 student Senators. Student Government:

• Advocates on behalf of the student body to the administration
• Funds student groups
• Organizes social events, and
• Provides students for campus committees

 We value your participation and input.

Student Services
Chris Young: Executive Assistant
253.566.5115 (Bldg. 18)

Student Services provides programs for students from diverse backgrounds. We promote academic success and personal development. It is our goal to remove retention barriers and to encourage responsible citizenship within our global community.

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