The Luzerne Men's Basketball team had a nail biter win last night in overtime, away at Bergen Community College last night.

Final Score:
Luzerne - 84
Bergen - 83

Vinny Garrett-16 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists
Vagiba Donzo-16 points, 18 rebounds, 2 blocks
Melvin Egbeto-15 points, 4 assists
Sedrick Beasley-12 points, 6 assists
Current Record: 3-4

Next game Saturday (12/7) Home vs. Montgomery 1:00 PM

Students who are eligible for membership in Alpha Sigma Lambda, the National Honor Society for non-traditional adult students, will be receiving a personalized invitation emailed to them today with additional information on the Society.

There is a one-time induction fee of $20 to join Alpha Sigma Lambda. For your induction fee, you will receive a lapel pin, membership certificate and card, quarterly newsletter, national and chapter dues, and other benefits including eligibility for Alpha Sigma Lambda Foundation Scholarships.

To be eligible qualified student be 24 years of age or older and rank in the top 20 percent of those students who have completed 24 undergraduate credits or more at LCCC.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at blauer@luzerne.edu or 570-740-0734. Thank you

WSFX-FM has been nominated for a national college radio production award. The students produced an entry for the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System 2024 competition.

WSFX-FM is nominated for "Best Promo Series" and is competing against several 4 year universities. The ceremonies will take place in NYC in early March.

Week of December 9 - 13 Activities and Events

De-Stress Week: Monday, December 9 to Friday, December 13: Visit the Wilkes-Barre Center for more information.

Wilkes-Barre Center Open Forum: Monday, December 9 - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Room 102

Monthly BINGO: Tuesday, December 10 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Room 102

Meet With Santa: Wednesday, December 11 - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Upper-Level Lobby: Gifts will be provided to children.

Wilkes-Barre Center Holiday Door Decorating Ends: Wednesday, December 11

Monthly Movie: Thursday, December 13 - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Room 102.

For more information, please feel free to call us at 570-740-0780 or email us wbcenter@luzerne.edu.

Please join us for our final Math club meeting of the Fall semester!
Tuesday, 12/10 from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM in the Math Center (Room 424).

Thank you to all who fulfilled the wishes of a Head Start child this holiday.

As a reminder, all gifts should be returned to the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department no later than this coming Monday, December 9.

A publicity photo will be taken next Friday, December 13 at 10am in the Social and Behavioral Department in building 3. All who "adopted" a child are invited to come and be in the photo.

The Psychology Club will hold its final fall semester meeting on Tuesday, December 10, at 1:15 pm. We will meet in Building 3, room 312.

Stop by the Library to check out our Shakespeare display. We also added some Shakespeare-inspired titles of ebooks and e-audiobooks to our Libby/Overdrive collection: https://luzerne.overdrive.com/ Stop by if you'd like some help getting set up.

View the Shakespeare Digital Display at https://luzerne.libguides.com/displays/Shakespeare

The Photo Club will meet on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 11 am at Building 14 (Technology Center), Room 201C.

ESBCOhost is migrating to a new user interface on January 6. Below is a tutorial to what this new interface will look like: https://connect.ebsco.com/s/article/Introduction-to-the-New-EBSCOhost-Tutorial?language=en_US.

This will effect all of our EBSCO products, including our ebook collections. Please contact Alyssa Coleman, Digital Services Librarian at acoleman@luzerne.edu or 570-750-0439 if you have any questions.

You can listen to the WSFX-FM holiday music mix. Not just the same 20 tunes over and over. Traditional and contemporary, plus a little bit of humor. 89.1FM & 105.5FM or stream on your computer and phone: Luzerne.edu/wsfx

Just a reminder that the members of the Adult Learners Assoc & The NAACP/Multicultural Club have set up collection boxes on the Main Campus to collect donations for local children through the Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign.

These boxes are located in the Gymnasium, Campus Center near the Student Life Lounge, Building 5 and the Technology Center. Please consider making a donation of a new unwrapped toy to benefit a child in Luzerne/Lackawanna county.

The drive will take place through Wednesday, December 11. Thank you.

Rental Books Reminder - Rentals Due on or Before Friday, December 20, 2024.

Please return your rental books to the LCCC Bookstore, Campus Center, Building 14, no later than Friday, December 20, 2024.

A Drop Box will be located outside of the LCCC Bookstore, Campus Center, Building 14 for those who need to return them after hours.

Thank you,
LCCC Bookstore

Meter fees in the downtown Wilkes-Barre will be suspended for the holiday season. Suspension will begin Monday, November 25, 2024, at 8am through Monday, January 6, 2025. See article below.

https://www.timesleader.com/news/1674649/downtown-wilkes-barre-business-district-meter-fees-suspended-for-holidays

A.F.T.E.R. 2025-2026
AFTER SCHOOL CARE AT THE GREATER PITTSTON YMCA

Active. Friends. Tutoring. Educational. Recreational.

An After School program designed for children grades K-5. The Program provides homework assistance, a healthy snack and dinner, active play/swim lessons, social interactions with peers and adults in a safe environment. The program is designed to keep kids active and engaged in activities that support learning and growth in and out of the classroom.

Homework Assistance
Supervised Athletic Play/Organized Games and Activities
Swim Lessons on Tuesday and Thursday
S.T.E.A.M. Curriculum
Arts and Crafts
Healthy Snack and Dinner Daily

This program is for children of parents who attend
LCCC Pittston Center night classes. This Program will run off the LCCC calendar. The Program hours are 3:30pm - 8:00pm and will run Monday through Thursday.

Closed :
March 3 - March 9
March 19
April 17 - April 21
Last Day May 16
* Closed on all LCCC snow days and cancellations*

WHEN: Spring 2025 Semester
TIMES: From 3:30pm to 8:00pm Monday to Thursday
COST: 4 Days Per Week $112
3 Days Per Week $90
2 Days Per Week $64

Contact:
Alexandra Dewey
Childcare Director
Email: Alexandra.Dewey@wvymca.org

or

Samantha Patterson
Pittston Center Director
Email: spatterson@luzerne.edu

Join the members of the LCCC Alumni Association at the Mohegan Sun Arena to see the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton Penguins for two exciting FANtastic games! Your $22 ticket will include one lower level seat in the red zone (sections 102 & 103), a penguin's giveaway voucher and a chance to win a special incentive - either seats on the Pens bench for warm-up or a ride on the Fanboni.

Outing dates are:
Saturday, January 18 vs. Belleville Senators - (order deadline is 1/2/2025);
Saturday, March 8 vs. Belleville Senators - St. Patty's Day Celebration (order deadline is 2/20/2025);

Puck drop is 6:05pm for both games. Order tickets online at www.luzerne.edu/alumni or you can stop by the alumni office room 208G in the campus center or call 570-740-0734 (ext. 7734 on campus).

Hope to see you there!

The members of the Adult Learners Assoc & The NAACP/Multicultural Club have set up collection boxes on the Main Campus to collect donations for local children through the Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign.

These boxes are located in the Gymnasium, Campus Center near the Student Life Lounge, Building 5 and the Technology Center. Please consider making a donation of a new unwrapped toy to benefit a child in Luzerne/Lackawanna county.

The drive will take place through Wednesday, December 11. Thank you.

Thank you to all who have "adopted" a Head Start child this holiday season, but we still have more that need to be sponsored.

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Literacy Committee invite faculty, staff, and student clubs to sponsor a child and purchase holiday gifts for them. Stop by the faculty suites in building 3, or email Janis Seeley or Martha Pezzino to sponsor a Head Start child.

We thank you in advance for your generosity and kindness. For many of these children, the gifts you give them will likely be the only Christmas presents these children receive.

We request that you choose your child no later than Tuesday, November 26 and return the wrapped gifts by Monday, December 9 to the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department, Room 319.

The fitness center hours are Monday - Thursday 7a - 7p and
Friday 7a -5p. Unless otherwise posted.

Thank you!!

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Literacy Committee invite you to share in the magic of the Holiday Season with the children from our Head Start Program by "adopting" a child for whom to purchase Holiday presents. Faculty, staff, and student clubs can sponsor a child as an individual or as a group.

The ornaments with the information about each child are posted and available in the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department in Building 3, Room 319 beginning on Monday, November 11.

When you choose your child, DO NOT remove the ornament from the wall. Take the photocopy of your child's corresponding ornament out of the corresponding folder on the door - look for either the gingerbread man, the Christmas tree, or the snowflake folder. They are all numbered. Write your name next to the number you chose, next to the file. You can keep the copy from the folder.

If no one is in the office suites when you choose your child, please email either Martha Pezzino at mpezzino@luzerne.edu, or Janis Seeley at jseeley@luzerne.edu.

We thank you in advance for your generosity and kindness. For many of these children, the gifts you give them will likely be the only Christmas presents these children receive.

We request that you choose your child no later than Tuesday, November 26 and return the wrapped gifts by Monday, December 9 to the Social and Behavioral Sciences Department, Room 319.

In honor of Veterans Day, the Wellness Committee will kick off the Winter Warrior Warmup Sock Collection for local veterans. The LCCC Wellness Committee has partnered with Heroes Hearthstone from Dallas, PA.

Heroes Hearthstone is a Pennsylvania-proud, registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, supported by volunteers and funded through donations and grants.

New, unworn socks can be dropped off at the Fitness Center Desk, second floor, building 14, in front of the Student Life office, third floor, building 14, and building 5. If you would like a basket for your area, please contact Miranda (mcosta@luzerne.edu)

Sock drive ends December 11.

The Student Success Center is seeking students to join our peer tutoring team! Please see the qualifications listed below. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in tutoring any of the courses below, please contact me at tstefanski@luzerne.edu.

Courses: BIO 121, BIO 122, and CHE 151

Peer tutoring is an important and beneficial component to the overall academic achievement for many of our students. Tutors are paid $14.50 per hour. The hours are flexible and will be adjusted in accordance with the tutor's class schedule.

Qualifications to Become a Tutor:
-Have completed the course with a minimum of 3.3 GPA (B+)
-Have an overall GPA of 3.0
-Have a flexible schedule
-Be able to work a minimum of 5 hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours per week
-Provide a letter of recommendation from course instructor
-Provide a letter of interest which can be a simple paragraph stating academic and personal strengths.
-Be a highly responsible student
-Possess good interpersonal skills
-No prior tutoring experience is necessary

All the best,
Tiffany Stefanski

Thank you to all who attended the History Conference last week and made sure we had such a great turn out!

Save the date for next year's conference, which will take place on Monday, October 13. The topic will be "Abolitionism in Pennsylvania".

All Pepsi vending machines on Main Campus and at the Centers are now in place and operational. Thank you for your patience as Pepsi worked through the vending machine upgrades and related issues.

If you have any issues with a machine moving forward, please call the toll free number on the face of the machine above where the payment is accepted and let them know the machine's asset number listed below the phone number as well as the problem that is occurring. Pepsi will, as needed, repair the machine or refund your money.

Thank you again for your patience and have a good day!

We are delighted to invite you to the LCCC Northumberland Regional Center's Annual Holiday Open House!

Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Cookies and Cocoa Bar
Today in Room 409 at the LCCC Northumberland Regional Center!

Stop by to warm up, grab some treats, and take a moment to de-stress before finals.

Holiday coloring pages and puzzles are also available in the halls - perfect for a quick mental break. Get cozy and enjoy!

Latino Alliance Club is having a Bake Sale today 12/5 on the 3rd floor of Building 14 in front of the student lounge. Strawberry Tres Leche or Oreo Cheesecake for $3 each. Limited supply so come enjoy one while you can!

Therapy Dogs will be at the Pittston Center this evening 12/4/2024. Please visit them in Room 04 on the lower level from 5:15 to 6:15pm!

The Luzerne Men's Basketball team had a great win at home last game, in their game against Lehigh Carbon.

Final Score:
Luzerne - 72
Lehigh Carbon - 63

Kaprie Cottle-17 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists
Gabriel Preston-16 points, 2 rebounds
Vinny Garrett-15 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists
Sedrick Beasley-11 points, 6 rebounds
Current Record: 2-4

Next game Thursday (12/5) Away @ Bergen 6:00 PM

Esports Free Play Day from 10:00am-2:00pm, Thursday, December 5. Come by, have fun, or just hang out! Located in the Esports Arena, 3rd floor of the Campus Center (Building 14).

Come out to support Luzerne's Men's Basketball team tonight at 7:00 PM, in the gym, as we face our local rivals, Lehigh Carbon Community College.

Student Life will be giving away free hot dogs to all those who attend.

If you can't come support in person, you will be able to see the live broadcast of our game on your local FOX 56/WSWB/WQMY channel.

I would like to thank everyone who supported the Multicultural/NAACP clubs Thanksgiving dinner last Thursday. A special thank you to Tyler Russell and Lori Menighan for their help and support.

The fitness center hours for Wednesday, November 27 are 7:30 am - 5 pm.

Thank you and sorry for any inconvenience!

The Psychology Club will be meeting on Tuesday, November 26, at 1:15 p.m. in Building 3, Room 312. Anyone interested in the club is welcome to attend.

BASIC Karaoke Night for tonight 11/22 is canceled due to the college closing. We will reschedule at a later date. Everyone have a great weekend!

LCCC will be closed on Friday, November 22. This includes all campuses.

LCCC will be on a compressed schedule. https://www.luzerne.edu/compressed/

The Great American Smokeout is an important observance that reminds us of the value of good health and the steps required to help achieve it. Nov. 21 is a good day to quit and a good day to begin a healthier life.

The American Cancer Society is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide support, from the first steps of making a plan to living a healthy, smoke-free life. To find out more, visit
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/great-american-smokeout.html
or call 1-800-227-2345

Week of November 25 - 29 Activities and Events

Holiday Door Decorating Contest Begins: Monday, November 25 - Wednesday, December 11. Voting will be held on December 12. Door decorations must be removed by December 18. See the reception desk for more information.

Wilkes-Barre Center Open Forum: Tuesday, November 26 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Room 102

Thanksgiving Recess - College Closed: Thursday, November 28 - Monday, December 2. Classes resume Tuesday, December 3.

For more information, please feel free to call us at 570-740-0780 or email us wbcenter@luzerne.edu.

The Luzerne Men's Basketball team had a tough home game yesterday.

Final Score:
Luzerne - 65
Sussex County Community College - 76

Sedrick Beasley-15 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds
Vagiba Donzo-13 points, 10 rebounds, 3 assists
Kaprie Cottle-10 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists
Current Record: 1-3

Next game Saturday (11/23) Home vs. Northampton 1:00 PM

The water service will be disrupted between the hours of 1 PM and 5 PM at the Joseph A. Paglianite Culinary Arts Institute on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

Restroom facilities during that time are available at the Francis S. and Mary Gill Carrozza, R.N. Health Sciences Center down the street.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we make this necessary repair to the water service.

Thank you and have a good day.

Join us today at 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at the Campus Center, 3rd floor, as we share uplifting messages and spread positivity. Enjoy delicious popcorn while you write affirmation messages on cards to "pay it forward" to someone in need of a little extra support.

Want to learn more about the Stay Strong! Student Support Club? Visit the AREI staff in Building 9, Office 904, for more details.

"Inspire someone today, make a difference tomorrow."

This CIS club will meet at 12:30pm in room 725 on Wednesday, November 27. All are welcome to attend.

Spend the afternoon with us on Wednesday, November 20, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM at the Campus Center, 3rd floor, as we share uplifting messages and spread positivity. Enjoy delicious popcorn while you write affirmation messages on cards to "pay it forward" to someone in need of a little extra support.

Want to learn more about the Stay Strong! Student Support Club? Visit the AREI staff in Building 9, Office 904, for more details.

"Inspire someone today, make a difference tomorrow."

The NAACP/Multicultural Club will be hosting their annual Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday 11/21 from 10:30am to 1:00pm in the cafeteria. The cost will be $6.00. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit the scholarship fund.

The LCCC History Club invites you to join us Tuesday, Nov 19 @ 12:30pm in Room 917 for the third World War II lecture of the FA-24 Semester which discusses one of the critical WW2 campaigns, the massive October 1944 Allied effort to recapture the Philippines from a very determined foe, Imperial Japan.

Fall into a New Career in the Trades & Technology field!

Career Services will be hosting a Trades & Technology Career Fair on Wednesday, November 20, from 10am-1pm in building 12. The Fair will feature over 20 employers looking to hire LCCC students. This is your opportunity to speak with employers about FT, PT jobs, and internships. Get a jump on a new career and win PRIZES!

The Photo Club will meet Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11 am in Building 12 Room 201-C.

The Luzerne Men's Basketball team had a tough loss at home this past weekend, coming down to the final shot of the game.

Final Score:
Luzerne - 63
Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester - 65

Vinny Garrett-24 points, 6 rebounds
Sedrick Beasley-15 points, 5 rebounds
Current Record: 1-2

Next game Tuesday (11/19) Home vs. Sussex 6:00 PM

Free play day this Wednesday, November 20 from 10am-2pm in the Esports Arena on the 3rd floor of the Campus Center (building 14). Come by, have fun, and decompress!

The DEADLINE for submissions for our fall issue = 11/22.

Remember, we're emulating Edgar Allan Poe this time, so make your POEMS or SHORT STORIES or 6-WORD STORIES about love, death, murder, science fiction, or ghosts. Non-fiction REVIEWS can also work.

Ask questions OR submit your work to ablaze@luzerne.edu.

Write on!

Come out to support the math club at our bake sale today! We will be at the the Campus Center (3rd Floor) today from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM and tomorrow from 12:30PM - 2:00 PM.

Did you happen to sample the mystery flavor at the Welcome Back Bash in September?? Are you curious if your guess was correct??

The mystery flavor was released on the Pepsi and Mountain Dew websites and they revealed that the flavor for Mt. Dew VooDew 2024 was "Pink Fruit Candy".

Hope you had fun guessing and that you were correct.
Have a great day!

Week of November 18 - 22 Activities and Events

Spirit Week: Monday, November 18 to Friday, November 22: Visit the Wilkes-Barre Center for more information.

Wilkes-Barre Center Toys-for-Tots Collection Begins: Monday, November 18 to Friday, December 6 - Collection box can be found on the Upper-Level Reception Area. Students who bring in an item will receive one raffle ticket per item.

Misericordia University Transfer Student Day: Tuesday, November 19 - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Lower-Level Lobby. A representative from Misericordia University will be onsite to discuss transferring with students. Time slots are limited, please sign up with the reception desk.

Monthly Movie: Thursday, November 21 - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Room 102.

For more information, please feel free to call us at 570-740-0780 or email us wbcenter@luzerne.edu.

The Trailblazer Cafe will close at 1 PM on Friday, November 15, 2024. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Gluten free hamburger buns are available. One fryer is dedicated to only French fries.

A variety of regular breakfast, snack and lunch options are available at a reasonable price with individual items ranging in price from $.75 to $5.99 with some salad bar items priced by weight.

Premade breakfast sandwiches, fresh fruit, breakfast bars, fried appetizers, chicken tenders, fries, as well as salad bar with make your own and pre-made salad options, made-to-order sandwiches, burgers, and cheesesteaks are regular menu items. Daily made soups are also available.

Drink options include Ellis Coffee, Pepsi products - fountain and bottled, energy drinks, tea, Gatorade, milk, etc.

Daily Lunch Specials:
Friday - Fried Fish and fries with Italian Wedding as the Soup of the Day

See the Staff or Student Intranet, College social media, or visit the Trailblazer Cafe for full menu options and pricing.

BASIC Club will be meeting Thursday, 11/14 at 12:30pm in Building 12 room 211.

Everyone is welcome to join us!