The Trailblazer Cafe will close at 1 PM today, Friday, October 17, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Please keep in mind that the 36th Annual Luzerne County Community College Alumni Craft Festival is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. There will be nearly 150 artisans and food vendors on our campus located within the Campus Center, Gymnasium, and surrounding outside areas between the buildings.

In addition, the HiLites Motor Club will host a Trunk or Treat and Car Show from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the staff parking lot across from Building 2/Trades Center.

Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
Office Hours Today 9:00am - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 906

OVR is a state agency that offers free, personalized services to help students with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment. If you have a physical, mental, or emotional disability and are planning for your future, stop by to learn how OVR can support you.

Services include:

Career Counseling & Guidance - Help with choosing a career path, planning for college or training, and understanding accommodations.

Assistive Technology & Accommodations - Support with devices like screen readers or hearing aids, and adjustments for learning or work environments.

Education & Training Support - Funding for college, vocational programs, or certificates to help you reach your employment goals.

Additional Support Services - Help with transportation, books, supplies, interpreters, and more to make school accessible.

Eligibility includes conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, chronic pain, epilepsy, substance use (in recovery), and other barriers to employment.

The Social and Behavioral Sciences Department would like to thank all who made the 33rd Annual Pennsylvania History Conference a success this past Monday a success. Thanks to the presenters and to all who attended.

Mark your calendars for the 34th Annual Pennsylvania History Conference on Monday, October 12, 2026. The topic will be "Immigration in Pennsylvania History".

Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
Office Hours Tomorrow 9:00am - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 906

OVR is a state agency that offers free, personalized services to help students with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment. If you have a physical, mental, or emotional disability and are planning for your future, stop by to learn how OVR can support you.

Services include:

Career Counseling & Guidance â?? Help with choosing a career path, planning for college or training, and understanding accommodations.

Assistive Technology & Accommodations â?? Support with devices like screen readers or hearing aids, and adjustments for learning or work environments.

Education & Training Support â?? Funding for college, vocational programs, or certificates to help you reach your employment goals.

Additional Support Services â?? Help with transportation, books, supplies, interpreters, and more to make school accessible.

Eligibility includes conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, chronic pain, epilepsy, substance use (in recovery), and other barriers to employment.

Ruth Matthews Bourger Women with Children Program
Office Hours Today from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Building 9, Room 906

Are you a woman with children considering transfer options or looking for additional support while completing your education?

Representatives from Misericordia University's nationally recognized Women with Children Program will be on campus to share how they can support your academic journey.

This unique program offers:
Free housing
Financial assistance
Access to quality childcare
Academic, social, and family enrichment services

Stop by to learn more and explore how this program can help you succeed in college and beyond.

Hello Trailblazers!!! Today is the last day to capitalize and become a champion with 25% off on champion products!

The Trailblazer Cafe will be closing today, Thursday 10/16 at 1:00pm. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Have a Great Day!

Hello,

The fall semester is off to a great start! This is a friendly reminder that tutoring services are free to all students who are currently enrolled at LCCC. Please go to the tutoring website below if you would like to review your options.

LCCC Tutoring Website
www.luzerne.edu/supportservices/tutoring.jsp 

Have a wonderful day!
All the best,
Tiffany Stefanski

The 36th annual Craft Festival is this Saturday, October 18 from 10am-3pm on our Nanticoke campus. We have more than 125 quality artisans, crafters and food vendors set up for the day.

In addition there is a car show and Trunk or Treat from 11-2pm in the faculty lot across from building 3. Please join us, shop small and support our community!

If you have raffle tickets that you haven't returned yet please bring them with you that day or if you prefer feel free to drop them off at my office, room 208G in the Campus Center.

And finally, we can use a few more volunteers on Friday from 4-6pm assisting with set up and helping our vendors move in. If you already signed up for Friday or Saturday - thank you! We appreciate your support!

Hope to see you there!

Registration for CEO's Annual Thanksgiving Project is open now until October 24, 2025.

CEO's Thanksgiving event is an in-person food pick-up event with three location options - Tunkhannock, Wilkes-Barre Township, and Hazleton. Participants must be Luzerne or Wyoming County residents.

Please note! Only one registration per address/unit will be accepted. If you live with another family, you MUST register together. If more than one registration is received for the same address, only the first one will be honored; any subsequent registrations will be voided.

During registration, a QR code is created. Please bring your QR code to the food distribution. In addition to this QR code, you MUST bring either photo identification or an official document or piece of mail that contains your name and address.

When someone registers over the phone, the QR code can be emailed or mailed to them. To register by phone, call: 570-825-0968 or 570-208-7017. Phone lines are open Monday through Friday, 9am-noon and 1pm-4pm

To register online please visit https://www.ceopeoplehelpingpeople.org/register

An update on the renovation projects taking place on the Main Campus:

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, contractors will be removing the fascia panels on the side of Building 11 closest to the Campus Center and will have egress on the sidewalk adjusted for the safety of all.

The contractors will also begin removing the fascia panels on the front of the James T. Atherton Gymnasium and entrance/exit will be through the side entrance next to Building 1.

The roof replacement for Building 3 will be wrapping up this week and the roof replacement for Building 7 will begin this week. They will place materials on the roof the late afternoon before the work for the next day throughout the approximate two (2) week project.

Ballast removal on Building 12 (loud process of sucking rocks off the roof on the Art Wing addition of the Technology Center) and the roof drain replacement within Building 7 will take place on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, while there are no students on campus and staff are attending the Professional Development Program in the Educational Conference Center.

The remaining work related to the replacement of the fascia panels, cleaning of the building 4 exterior, canopies preparation and painting, and the preparation and painting of the window panels will continue.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these important campus improvements.

Thank you.

Thursday, October 23th Join us as we celebrate Italian Heritage throughout the day with cookies, cannolis!

Munch & Mingle with Career Services
Grab a snack, pull up a chair, and chat with Ursula from Career Services in Room 409!
Monday, October 20
She'll help you explore programs, majors, and career paths that fit your interests.
Stop in the office to schedule an appointment or stop by room 409.
10:00 am-3:00 pm

It's All Hocus Pocus Day at LCCC NRC!

Double, double, toil and trouble; it's that time of year again, Trailblazers!

Join us as we celebrate our Annual "It's All Hocus Pocus Day" at the LCCC Northumberland Regional Center!

When: Tuesday, October 28

Movie Showing: Hocus Pocus at 4:00 p.m. in Room 409

What to Expect: Costumes, refreshments, laughter, and a little campus magic throughout the day!

Dear Students,

We want to reassure you that federal financial aid has not been impacted by the recent federal government shutdown. This means that all Federal Pell Grants, SEOG, and Direct Loans for the Fall 2025 semester were disbursed as scheduled beginning on September 30, 2025. Students receiving Veteran Education Benefits are also being certified without delay.

At this time, only state-funded programs are affected. The Pennsylvania State Grant Program and other programs administered by PHEAA are temporarily on hold until the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania passes its annual budget. Once that happens, awards will be processed and disbursed as soon as possible.

We understand that delays can cause concern, but please know that our Financial Aid Office is here to support you. If you have any questions or need clarification about your specific situation, donâ??t hesitate to contact us: phone: 1-800-377-5222 (option 2),email: fao@luzerne.edu or text: 570-215-5215.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to monitor updates and keep you informed.

Warm regards,
The LCCC Financial Aid Office

Week of October 13 - 17 Activities and Events:

National Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia: Monday, Monday, October 6 - 1:00pm. Room 211 - Test your knowledge. Teams up to 4 people. Prizes per round and overall winner.

King's College Transfer Information Day: Tuesday, October 14 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm, Lower-Level Lobby. Admission Staff from King's College will be onsite to chat with students about transferring. If King's College is in your future, stop by the front desk to schedule an appointment. Time slots are limited.

Monthly Movie: Wednesday, October 15 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm, In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, this months movie will be a Disney classic, "Coco."

Misericordia University Transfer Information Day: Thursday, October 16 - 3:00pm - 6:00pm, Lower-Level Lobby. Admission Staff from Misericordia University will be onsite to chat with students about transferring. If Misericordia University is in your future, stop by the front desk to schedule an appointment. Time slots are limited.

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

Need writing support? The Writing Center is opening on 10/13.

The LCCC Writing Center is a free resource to LCCC students. The Write Place is now located in Building 9, Room 903, where you may drop-in or schedule a formal appointment to sit down and review your writing. We also have availability via Teams for virtual appointments. Please have your necessary materials (rubric, draft, etc) available when you arrive or log-in.

In-person and virtual hours:
T/TH 1:00pm-3:30pm
F 10am-12pm
MW 5:15-7:15 in Wilkes-Barre.

Email chayduk@luzerne.edu with questions!

Please join us at the library for 2 lectures this month:

Tuesday, Oct. 21st
Ryan Wasser
"Meta-Rhetorical Modes: On the Mutual Interdependence of Art and Science."

Tuesday, Oct. 28th
Ivanna Prodanets
"The Infinite Bookcase: Mathematics for the Curious Reader"

12:30-1pm in the Library classroom

Join us at the Alumni Association's fourth Bingo event on Sunday, November 16, in the Campus Center cafeteria. Gather your family and friends and join us for this fun afternoon, play some bingo and win some cash! Visit www.luzerne.edu/alumni/bingo or call ext. 7734 to purchase your tickets.

We're looking for donations of themed baskets for our auction or items to help create a basket. If any departments want to team up to make a basket, it's an easy and fun way to support this event! Think easy themes: movie night basket, coffee lovers, thanksgiving, Christmas, spa day....just let your imagination go!

If you plan to donate a basket, please let us know so we can count on your contribution. All baskets should be received by by Friday, November 7. Proceeds from the event will support student scholarships.

Bonnie

PS We are also looking for game sponsors of $100- $500 - If you or any businesses you may know of are interested please let me know!

October 5-11th is Banned Books Week
Banned Books Week is an annual event that highlights the value of free and open access to information.

Stop by the Library to check out our display! Or view the Banned Books Digital Display at
https://luzerne.libguides.com/displays/bannedbooks

There is also a display of ebooks and e-audiobooks in our Libby/Overdrive collection: https://luzerne.overdrive.com/collection/1723207

All aboard for a day of excitement at American Dream Mall in NJ! We have 10 seats remaining - hop aboard for a day way to start your holiday shopping!

Shop 450+ stores, splash into Dream Works Water Park, ride the thrills at Nickelodeon Universe, play a round of mini-golf, visit the Sea Life Aquarium, go on the Dream Wheel, or ski at Big SNOW all under one roof (separate admission fees). This bus trip is your ticket to effortless fun, food, and shopping.

The cost of $50/person includes transportation and light refreshments. The bus will leave LCCC at 8am and depart the American Dream Mall at 5pm. Register today at www.luzerne.edu/alumni/shopping and claim your seat(s).

This festive trip is open to all LCCC alumni, staff, students, friends and their guests. It's an all-ages, family-friendly event for everyone to enjoy! If you have any questions, please contact Bonnie at ext. 7734 or blauer@luzerne.edu.

Bonnie

PS - save the date for a bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower show on Sunday, March 1, 2026. More information available soon.

The 36th annual LCCC Alumni Association Craft Festival is quickly approaching on Saturday, October 18 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm on our Nanticoke campus. This longstanding event will feature nearly 125 vendors selling a variety of handmade items, delicious food, a raffle and theme basket auction (donations welcome!) and much more. In addition, the Hi-Lites Car Club will host a car cruise and Trunk or Treat from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm in the employee lot near building 3 (weather permitting).

Student Clubs are welcome to set up a table outside at no charge! Please contact me at blauer@luzerne.edu, 570-740-0734 (ext. 7734) or stop by my office, room 208G in the Campus Center for more information.

Volunteers are needed on Friday, October 17 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm and Saturday, October 19 from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm (contact me for more details). Please consider helping out at this Festival, it's a great event that raises funds to support scholarships and our community!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Thank you!

To comply with the Internal Revenue Service's requirements to report qualifying tuition payments and other information on Form 1098-T, the College must send a written solicitation to students with missing or invalid SSNs/ITINs on an annual basis. In the upcoming weeks, students with missing or invalid SSNs/ITINs and potentially reportable transactions during the 2025 tax year will be emailed Form W9-S, Request for Student's Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification. Completed forms can be returned via mail, in person, or electronically via Self-Service. Please contact the Business Office (bo@luzerne.edu or 800-377-5222 option 3) with any questions or concerns related to this process; thank you.

Career Services will begin the Fall semester Munch & Mingle events at all the dedicated centers.

- 10/1- Wilkes-Barre Center
- 10/6- Scranton Center
- 10/10- Watsontown Center (Greater Susquehanna)
- 10/14- Berwick Center
- 10/16- Hazleton Center
- 10/20- Shamokin Center (Northumberland Regional)

If you have any questions for Career Services or need assistance with any Career planning, stop by to chat and have a snack! If you can't make it to your specific center on the correct day, feel free to attend any of the other dates at other centers. I look forward to meeting & feeding you!

For your safety and the safety of the renovation workers on campus, please do not walk under or climb over caution tape and/or construction barriers to access sidewalks and buildings.

Alternate egress is available to all buildings throughout the renovations.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these important improvements to our campus.

Join us at the Alumni Association's fourth Bingo event on Sunday, November 16, in the Campus Center cafeteria. Gather your family and friends and join us for this fun afternoon, play some bingo and win some cash! Visit www.luzerne.edu/alumni/bingo or call ext. 7734 to purchase your tickets.

Proceeds from the event will support student scholarships.

Bonnie

PS We are also looking for basket donations and game sponsors of $100- $500 - If you or any businesses you may know of are interested please let me know!

There are some campus infrastructure and modernization projects taking place on our Main Campus that have begun this week, and which will continue over the next few months. We will work to coordinate the building exterior projects so that there is the least amount of disruption to the College community as possible.

All work will be conducted with the safety of everyone considered first and within compliance of all regulations for the work being completed. The project includes roof replacement on five (5) building roofs - Buildings 3, 7, 11, 12, and 13; plus, ten gazebo roofs; and four (4) canopy roofs.

The removal of the existing stone fascia, abatement of asbestos containing materials, and replacement with a metal panel fascia will take place on buildings 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11.

Additionally, approximately 500 existing blackout spandrel panels (window panel work) on Buildings 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 will be cleaned, resealed, and painted; miscellaneous minor repairs and painting of EIFS Fascia and Masonry Cleaning at Building 4; and preparing (sanding/grinding) for and painting of the four (4) canopies on campus.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your continued patience and understanding as we make these important infrastructure improvements to our campus.

Good morning,

The fall semester is off to a great start! Please use the website below to find out more information about our in-person peer tutoring sessions and the variety of courses/study materials offered through our online professional tutoring system, Brainfuse. Both of these tutoring resources are free to all students who are currently enrolled at LCCC.

LCCC Tutoring Website

www.luzerne.edu/supportservices/tutoring.jsp

If you have trouble booking an in-person peer tutoring session or have any questions about logging in to Brainfuse, please reach out to me at tutoring@luzerne.edu.

Have a wonderful day!

All the best,
Tiffany Stefanski

We are excited to announce that students can now receive refunds through eRefunds for faster, more secure processing. Students can log into Self Service and enter their banking information to enroll in eRefunds.�  We encourage all students to set up their eRefunds account as soon as possible to take advantage of this convenient option.

By going to the link below and clicking on "Electronic Refunds," there are step by step instructions on how to set these up.

https://www.luzerne.edu/businessoffice/

Our fall semester hours are as follows: Monday-Thursday: 8 - 5pm, Friday: 8 - 4pm, Closed Saturday and Sunday.

Hello Trailblazers!!

Due to a rise in fraud, the LCCC Bookstore has altered its approach to in-store pickups.
In addition to having your order number ready to give to any present Bookstore staff member(Ex: 21270000026603), you must have ID on-hand to also present to a staff member.

If someone else is picking up your order on your behalf, you must email a staff member that you are giving permission to do so.

A message such as "I John Doe, give permission to Jane Doe to pick up my order of 21270000026603" will suffice. That is the only way someone else can pickup on order an your behalf.

The following emails are valid for sending any permissions or questions to:

vyaroshenko@luzerne.edu hconway@luzerne.edu ljenkin@luzerne.edu

Note: When using Financial Aid in-person at the Bookstore, please have your ID then as well.

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

If you wore pink today, don't forget to come take a group picture!

Whether it's a pink shirt, ribbon, or just a splash of pink in your outfit, every gesture helps raise awareness and shows support for those impacted by breast cancer.

Let's stand together in solidarity, honor survivors, and help promote the importance of early detection and education.

Group Photo at 1:00 PM sharp in the Gymnasium

Ruth Matthews Bourger Women with Children Program
Office Hours Tomorrow from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Building 9, Room 906

Are you a woman with children considering transfer options or looking for additional support while completing your education?

Representatives from Misericordia Universityâ??s nationally recognized Women with Children Program will be on campus to share how they can support your academic journey.

This unique program offers:
Free housing
Financial assistance
Access to quality childcare
Academic, social, and family enrichment services

Stop by to learn more and explore how this program can help you succeed in college and beyond.

At 2:00 PM today, therapy dogs will be visiting us in Lower Level Room 006. This is a great opportunity to relax, unwind, and enjoy the company of some friendly four-legged companions.

Later, join us for Pizza and Wing Night at 4:00 PM in the lobby. Come by to share a meal, meet new people, and catch up with friends before or after class.

All week long- Spooky Story Contest
Put your creativity to the test and enter our scary story contest. Submit your best original short story for a chance to win prizes before Friday. See the front desk for details!

All month long- Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Join the campus-wide scavenger hunt happening throughout October! Follow the clues, explore the Pittston campus, and see if you can find all the hidden items.

There will be a Peer Leader Association meeting today at 1pm in building 14 on the 1st floor in Room 115 near the student success center. Please attend if you are interested in joining or learning more about this program. Everyone is welcome and we are still accepting applications. Contact Ms. Passarella at dpassarella@luzerne.edu if you are interested but unable to attend this meeting.

Educational Opportunity Center
Office Hours Today from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 9, room 906
An Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) will be on campus October 14 from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. to help adults and disadvantaged individuals access and succeed in higher education.

EOCs offer free services such as:
College admissions and financial aid assistance
Career counseling and academic advising
Help with GED or high school equivalency
Support for veterans and first-generation college students
The goal of an EOC is to increase college enrollment and graduation rates among low-income and first-generation individuals by guiding them through the often complex education system.

Educational Opportunity Center
Office Hours Tomorrow from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Building 9, room 906

An Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) will be on campus October 14 from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. to help adults and disadvantaged individuals access and succeed in higher education.

EOCs offer free services such as:
College admissions and financial aid assistance
Career counseling and academic advising
Help with GED or high school equivalency
Support for veterans and first-generation college students
The goal of an EOC is to increase college enrollment and graduation rates among low-income and first-generation individuals by guiding them through the often complex education system.

Cross Valley Federal Credit Union
Office Hours Today from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, Room 906

Take control of your financial future!

Cross Valley Federal Credit Union will be on campus today from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to help students explore smart banking solutions tailored to their needs. Whether you're looking to open a checking or savings account, apply for a student loan, or learn how to refinance existing loans, Cross Valley offers flexible options with low rates, no origination fees, and personalized guidance. They also provide financial planning tools and mobile banking services to make managing your money easy and secure. Stop by to get expert advice and start building your financial foundation today.

Commission on Economic Opportunity
Office Hours, Today from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Building 9, Room 906

Need help navigating life's challenges?

Stop by the Commission on Economic Opportunity's office hours on campus today from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. CEO offers a wide range of free services to support students and their families, including housing assistance, food access through local pantries, employment support, ServSafe food safety training, and help applying for benefits like SNAP. Whether you're facing financial hardship or just need guidance, CEO is here to connect you with resources that can make a real difference. Do not miss this opportunity to get personalized support right here on campus.

Cross Valley Federal Credit Union
Office Hours October 14 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Building 9, room 906

Take control of your financial future!

Cross Valley Federal Credit Union will be on campus October 14h from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to help students explore smart banking solutions tailored to their needs. Whether you're looking to open a checking or savings account, apply for a student loan, or learn how to refinance existing loans, Cross Valley offers flexible options with low rates, no origination fees, and personalized guidance. They also provide financial planning tools and mobile banking services to make managing your money easy and secure. Stop by to get expert advice and start building your financial foundation today.

Commission on Economic Opportunity
Office Hours October 14th from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Building 9, room 906

Need help navigating life's challenges?

Stop by the Commission on Economic Opportunity's office hours on campus October 14th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. CEO offers a wide range of free services to support students and their families, including housing assistance, food access through local pantries, employment support, ServSafe food safety training, and help applying for benefits like SNAP. Whether you're facing financial hardship or just need guidance, CEO is here to connect you with resources that can make a real difference. Don't miss this opportunity to get personalized support right here on campus.

The Psychology Club will be meeting on Tuesday, October 14, at 1:00 PM in Building 3, Room 312.

Join us on the upper level of the Campus Center, in the Trailblazer Cafe, on this rainy day for today's special:

Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy (if you'd like) and a vegetable with a 16 oz fountain drink for $7.00.
without a 16 oz fountain drink for $6.00

Today's soup of the day is Chicken and Rice

Hours of operation are 7:30 AM until 2:30 PM Monday through Friday. Breakfast is available until 10 AM and lunch is available from 10 AM until 2:30 PM (grill closes at 2 PM daily).

A variety of regular breakfast, snack and lunch options are available at a reasonable price with individual items ranging in price from $1.00 to $7.00 with some salad bar items priced by weight.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we're inviting everyone to show their support by wearing pink Thursday, October 16!

Whether it's a pink shirt, ribbon, or just a splash of pink in your outfit, every gesture helps raise awareness and shows support for those impacted by breast cancer.

Let's stand together in solidarity, honor survivors, and help promote the importance of early detection and education.

Group Photo at 1:00 PM sharp in the Gymnasium

Greetings Trailblazers!!!

In addition to the 25% off Champion sale going on, the Bookstore also has a today only Alumni & Fan Appreciation Day!

That includes:

1.Getting a free Bluetooth mini speaker when you purchase $75 or more at the Bookstore located in Building 14!!!

2.Promotions for 20% off drinkware and gifts!

*Online orders are not eligible for the free Bluetooth mini speaker*

Please note National Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia is Monday, October 13th and not October 6th. This was a typo in the last broadcast announcement.

25% off Champion Brand Clothing is now live and open till October 16th!

There will be a Peer Leader Association meeting today at 2:30pm in building 14 on the 1st floor in Room 115 near the student success center. Please attend if you are interested in joining or learning more about this program. Everyone is welcome, and we are still accepting applications. Contact Ms. Passarella at dpassarella@luzerne.edu if you are interested but unable to attend this meeting.

A representative from Pennsylvania American Water Company will be on campus Thursday 10/9/25 from 9:00am to 3:00pm in Building 9, room 906.
Walk-ins welcome!� 

Information will be available on their� Customer Assistance Programs.

H2O- Help to Others Program
-Grants of up to $500 per household per year.
-A 30% to 90% discount on the monthly service fee and a 20% to 80% discount on the monthly volumetric charges
-Water-saving devices and education including a low-flow shower head, faucet aerators, toilet tank diverter and non-toxic leak detecting dye tablets
-NEW Arrearage Forgiveness Program to help customers pay off their past due account balance.

Stop by for more information, or to see if you qualify.

October 8, 2025
1:00-4:00pm
Building 9, room 906
Stop by and ask questions! No appointment needed!

What is OVR?

OVR stands for the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. Its mission is to help people with disabilities prepare for, obtain, or maintain employment.

Disabilities include anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), and bipolar disorder. Other â??Hiddenâ?? or Less Visible Conditions include seizure disorders/epilepsy, chronic pain or fatigue, migraines, HIV/AIDS, and substance use disorder (in recovery).

Helpful services include:
Counseling & Guidance - Help with planning for career/college, exploring careers, making decisions about which school or program to attend, how to afford college, what accommodations you might need, etc.

Assistive Technology & Accommodations - If you have a disability, OVR can help provide or fund assistive devices (like screen readers, hearing aids, etc.), and workplace or learning adjustments.

Training, Education & Certificate Programs - funding or support for vocational, technical, or college education/training programs to help reach your employment or professional goals.

Support Services - transportation help, funding for books or supplies, reader or interpreter services, personal assistance, etc. Basically, supports that make it possible for you to attend school.

Campus & Community Connections

Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR)
When: Wednesday 10/8/25 from 1:00 - 4:00pm
Where: Building 9, room 906

A representative from the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) will be on campus Wednesday, October 8, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM for walk-in office hours or email rnorton@luzerne.edu to schedule a time.

OVR provides free, individualized services to students with physical, mental, emotional, or learning disabilities that may present challenges to employment. If you have a disability and are looking for support with career planning, job training, or employment opportunities, stop by to speak with a vocational counselor and learn how OVR can help you prepare for and succeed in the workforce.

Domestic Violence Service Center
Office Hours Today from 2:00 - 4:00pm
Building 9, room 906
A representative from Domestic Violence Service Center will be on campus Tuesday for office hours. Abuse doesn't always look the same-it can be physical, emotional, verbal, financial, or controlling behavior. If you're unsure whether something you're experiencing is unhealthy, or just want to learn more, stop by for a confidential conversation and resources. No appointment needed-just drop in.

The Schulman Gallery of Luzerne County Community College is proud to present FOCUSED, an exhibition which will run from Friday, November 14, 2025 through Wednesday, December 17, 2025 and feature fine art Photographs created by NEPA and surrounding area regional photographers.
If you are a Photographer eighteen years of age or older residing in Northeastern Pennsylvania and surrounding regional area and would like your photographic artworks to be considered for inclusion in this upcoming exhibition, please visit the Schulman Gallery website at: www.luzerne.edu/schulmangallery to complete a Schulman Gallery FOCUSED Exhibition Agreement Form and submit along with up to TWO .jpg file images of original PHOTOGRAPHS via email to: schulmangallery@luzerne.edu for possible inclusion in this exhibition. All images of artworks the PHOTOGRAPHER/artist intends to exhibit must be received by the Curator for review and approval by: Friday, October 10, 2025. Any photographic artwork deemed unprofessional or inappropriate will not be accepted. Any photographic artwork depicting nudity or profanity will not be accepted. The Gallery reserves the right to refuse to exhibit artwork that is not within the Gallery standards. For more information, please call the Schulman Gallery at: 570-740-0727 or 1-800-377-5222 (ext. 7727).
THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2025.

Hi All ACT101 students!

Just a reminder that you are required to attend one workshop per semester. If you do not have the schedule, please see Eddy or myself to get a copy.

Also, Snack Day is October 15th at 11am in the ACT101 room, c118.

See you there!
Cindy and Eddy

Domestic Violence Service Center
Office Hours Tuesday from 2:00 - 4:00pm
Building 9, room 906

A representative from Domestic Violence Service Center will be on campus Tuesday for office hours. Abuse doesn't always look the same-it can be physical, emotional, verbal, financial, or controlling behavior. If you're unsure whether something you're experiencing is unhealthy, or just want to learn more, stop by for a confidential conversation and resources. No appointment needed-just drop in.

The 33rd Annual Pennsylvania History Conference will take place one week from today, on Monday, October 13 in the large auditorium of the ECC from 9am to 2pm. In addition to several speakers who will present information about Pennsylvania's role in the Abolitionist Movement, we will have prizes, swag, and food!

It is free and open to the public. No registration is required.

Esports Free Play day this week will be on Tuesday the 7th form 10am-2pm. Come by, have some fun, and de-stress. Be ready with your student id and your login's for steam and other game distribution software.
Bring your controllers or consoles if you want to hook them up to the tv's!

We will be located in the esports arena on the 3rd floor of the campus center(building 14).

The library will be closing early today at 4pm. We will resume our normal hours tomorrow (Oct 7th). We apologize for the inconvenience.

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral infection primarily affecting children, characterized by fever, mouth sores, sore throat, and a rash on the hands and feet. It primarily affects children under 5 years old but can also occur in older children and adults.
HFMD spreads easily through close personal contact such as hugging or kissing an infected person, from coughs or sneezes of an infected person and touching objects or surfaces that have the virus on them, including toys and doorknobs.
To reduce the risk of contracting or spreading HFMD, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after changing diapers or using the toilet, regularly clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and shared items, keep children away from others who are sick and avoid sharing utensils or cups.

Thank you and stay safe.

Do you like ghosts? The unexplained? That one blurry photo from 1967 that everyone claims is *actually* Bigfoot?

S.P.I.R.E. (Supernatural & Paranormal Investigation, Research, and Exploration) is having its first meeting today at 4:30pm!

Meeting will take place in the Student Life Lounge, 3rd floor Campus Center.

Anyone who is curious is welcome to attend!