Week of May 5 - 9 Activities and Events:

De-Stress Week: May 5 - 9, Center Wide. We know how stressful final exams can be for students, so we are offering some calm and relaxing activities all week! Fun prizes.

National Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5 - 9, Lower-Level Lobby. Let us know who your favorite Teacher is and why. Stop by the Teachers Appreciation Board on the Lower-Level.

Monthly BINGO: Tuesday, May 6 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Room 102. Stop by room 102 for a few rounds of BINGO to win some cool LCCC Swag and other cool prizes.

Anticipated Fork Over Love Deliver: Wednesday, May 7 - Time TBD.

Monthly Movie: Thursday, May 8 - 1:00pm, Room 102. This month's movie will be Zoolander.

Last Day of Classes - Friday, May 9.

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

Today, the library is hosting a lecture by Ryan Wasser from 12:30pm - 1:30pm entitled "Like Desert Wind: On the Philosophical Concept of Timelessness" (in the works of Studio Ghibli).

Historic Announcement to Tackle Pennsylvania's Teacher Shortage
Join Us for a Groundbreaking Partnership Event

Live Stream: LCCC Youtube Page
https://www.youtube.com/LuzerneCCC

WHAT: A major historic announcement regarding a partnership to address the pressing teacher shortage in Pennsylvania.
WHO: Key representatives from Luzerne County Community College (LCCC), Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania (CU), and Hazleton Area School District (HASD) will be speaking.
WHEN: Thursday, May 1st at 11 AM
WHERE: LCCC Hazleton Center 100 West Broad Street Hazleton, PA

May is recognized as Menstrual Health Awareness Month. This month aims to raise awareness about menstrual health, hygiene, and the challenges faced by those who menstruate, particularly regarding access to products and managing periods without stigma. Menstrual Hygiene Day, observed on May 28th, is key part of this awareness.

The Wellness Committee will be collecting period products during the month of May. All items will benefit our students. Monetary donations can be made to LCCC Foundation

Thursday, May 1, 2025, in the Trailblazer Cafe will have limited made to order items however a variety of grab and go items available to include - deli items, fried items, soup, and salad bar to include make your own salads.

The grill will be closed for the day.

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to serving you soon.

The revised walk - in registration hours (HRM, PAS, CUL) are Friday, May 9th are from 9:00 to 11:00 at the Health Science Center.

The Exercise Science, Health, and Physical Education Department of Luzerne County Community College will host the 14th Annual Race for a Cause 5K Run & Fun Walk Friday, May 2 at 6:30pm on the main campus in Nanticoke. Registration will take place in the gymnasium prior to the start time. Funds will directly support LCCC students in need.

If you can't participate Friday, please consider stopping by the Gym to purchase raffle tickets throughout the afternoon. 15 tickets for $10, you do not need to be present to win.

On behalf of the Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education Department, our students and the Foundation, we much appreciate you in advance for your consideration to support a great cause.

The last day to take the Student Needs Survey is May 8, 2025. Please check your student email and text messages for the link to complete the survey. After completing the survey you can choose to be entered to win an LCCC Gift basket which includes a backpack, t-shirt, tumbler and more! Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and provide valuable information to Luzerne County Community College.

The lecture advertized in the previous broadcast message is happening on Thursday, May 1 not today April 29. Apologies for the confusion.

Due to short staffing, the library will be closing at 4pm from today (April 29) until May 6. We will resume our normal hours on May 7. Thanks for your patience and understanding.

Are you looking for a summer job or internship? If so, all open positions and internships can be found online at: https://www.luzerne.edu/career/ja/

On this page, you can also sign up to receive job and internship notifications via email.

If you need to create a resume, we have an agreement with Resume Target, which boasts hundreds of major-specific resume templated listed according to professional level. Resumes can be found here: https://luzerne-county-college.resumesamples101.com/templates.php

There are only 10 more days of class left in this semester, so time is running out to apply for summer jobs and internships.

Esports will be open on both Tuesday from 12-3pm and Thursday from 10-2pm! Come by have fun and relax, along with support sexual assault awareness.
located on the 3rd floor of the campus center (building 14) esports arena.

Are you looking for a summer job or internship? If so, all open positions and internships can be found online at: https://www.luzerne.edu/career/ja/

On this page, you can also sign up to receive job and internship notifications via email.

If you need to create a resume, we have an agreement with Resume Target, which boasts hundreds of major-specific resume templated listed according to professional level. Resumes can be found here: https://luzerne-county-college.resumesamples101.com/templates.php

There are only 10 more days of class left in this semester, so time is running out to apply for summer jobs and internships.

Faculty, Staff and Students,
Graduation Regalia is ready for pick up at the LCCC Bookstore starting Tuesday April 29, 2025 .

LCCC Bookstore:
Main Campus, Building #14, Campus Center.
During the hours of 8:30 am - 4 pm.

Please bring your CONFIRMATION EMAIL from jostens.com with you.

If you did not order a gown in time, you can still come to the bookstore to get your regalia. Please make sure you have applied to graduate first as you will not show up on our list of graduates without having done that.

Thank you,

Bookstore

Ryan Wasser will present "Like Desert Wind: On the Philosophical Concept of Timelessness" (in the works of Studio Ghibli) on Thursday, May 1, 12:30-1pm at the Library.

A walk in registration will be held for current Culinary, Pastry, and Hospitality students on Friday, May 9th from 9:00 AM to noon and 2:00 PM to 3:00 at the Health Science Building. Please call to RSVP at 570-740-0461.

Week of April 28 - May 2 Activities and Events:

Wilkes-Barre Center Open Forum: Wednesday, April 30 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm, Room 102. Come join us for our open forum. Share your ideas on how to improve the center. Open to all students, faculty and staff.

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

The 11th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament is set for Monday, May 19 at Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club, Mountain Top.

The fee to golf is $125/player and includes lunch and refreshments, Swag Bag, cart with GPS, golf and buffet dinner. There are also flight prizes, raffles and door prizes. Online registration is available at www.luzerne.edu/alumni/golf.Proceeds support LCCC student scholarships.

If you can't play, you can still join us for dinner at 5pm for $50/person. In addition, we are in need of raffle prizes and sponsorships. If you can donate a prize or sponsor a hole, that would be greatly appreciated.

For more information, please contact the alumni office at ext. 7734.

Thank you!

Luzerne County Community College wants to hear from you. In collaboration with The Hope Center, you can tell us your thoughts by completing the Student Needs Survey. Your responses will show us how to best support you with your college experience. Tell us your thoughts in the survey and you can enter to win an LCCC themed prize as a token of our appreciation.

Be honest - everything you say is confidential. We are working with The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs at Temple University on this survey because we value you.

To get started, copy and paste this link into your web browser:

https://hope4college.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_56ck6hEGfd0gFsq?Source=LuzerneCCC

Hello Trailblazers!! Interested in a free shirt or candy? Then join in on the hunt for Easter eggs taped to the wall, windows, or even bridges around LCCC's Main Campus! Bring the egg you find with you to the bookstore to claim your prize!!

Hello Trailblazers!! Interested in a free shirt or candy? Then join in on the hunt for Easter Eggs taped to walls, windows, or even bridges around LCCC's Main Campus! Bring the egg you find with you to the bookstore to claim your prize!!

It is not too soon to mark your calendars for the 33rd Annual Pennsylvania History Conference, to take place on Monday, October 13 in the large auditorium of the ECC.

The topic this year is "Abolitionism in Pennsylvania" and will feature esteemed historians from LCCC and the surrounding region who will together paint a picture of Pennsylvania as a hotbed of abolitionist activity.

All are invited as the event is free and open to the public.

Attention Class of 2025!

Youâ??ve worked hard, and now itâ??s time to celebrate your achievements at the 2025 Graduate Reception on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 6 to 8 pm in LCCC's Educational Conference Center dining room.

This is your nightâ??a chance to gather with your fellow graduates, connect with faculty and staff who have supported you along the way, and introduce them to the loved ones whoâ??ve cheered you on.

Enjoy a festive evening with delicious hot and cold hors dâ??oeuvres, music from DJ Rob Sax, refreshments, and exciting door prizes! Be sure to check out our 50/50 raffle ($1 per ticket) and basket auction, available for participation.

Please RSVP by Monday, May 12th at www.luzerne.edu/alumni/reception or call 570-740-0734 to secure your spot. As a graduate you are our special guest but there is a nominal fee for guests of $7.50/person. Children 5 and under are free.

Donâ??t miss this opportunity to celebrate all that youâ??ve accomplished! We canâ??t wait to celebrate with you!

Luzerne County Community College wants to hear from you. In collaboration with The Hope Center, you can tell us your thoughts by completing the Student Needs Survey. Your responses will show us how to best support you with your college experience. Tell us your thoughts in the survey and you can enter to win an LCCC themed prize as a token of our appreciation.

Be honest - everything you say is confidential. We are working with The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs at Temple University on this survey because we value you. You were chosen simply because you are one of our students.

Please look for the survey link in your LCCC student email address.

The Fine Arts Fiesta is coming up in May, on Public Square. They are looking for some assistance in the set up for the Fiesta.

Call for Casual Worker College Students
Fine Arts Fiesta, Arts Festival
Public Square, Wilkes-Barre Pa.

Duties: Set up of pegboard, move materials, painting peg board and sculpture stands, cleaning square, setting up tables and chairs, covering tables with table cloths

Dates & Hours: May 12 ,13,14, 2025 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Additional hours may be available after 4:00 pm Sunday 18 May

Pat Rate: $15.00 per hour
Payment made last day of working

Call to reserve a spot with Paul Price Crew Director: 570 814-3657
Please be sure you are interested before committing to work!

The scholarship application for Fall 2025/Spring 2026 will open on March 1. Please use the Scholarship link on the Student Intranet or copy and paste this link in your browser: https://luzerne.awardspring.com/

The deadline to apply is June 15, 2025.

If you need assistance or have any questions, please visit The Scholarship Assistance Resource Center in the Campus Center, Building 14 Room 209A between 11 and Noon weekdays.

Scholarship workshops will be held on all off-campus centers. Please ask the Center Directors for the dates and times.

You can also e-mail any questions to foundation@luzerne.edu

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

Today is the last day to submit to the Poetry Contest being run by the library. You can submit using this form: https://luzerne.libwizard.com/f/poem_submission_box. We will be announcing the winners and putting them on display on May 7th.

Please stop by the 3rd Floor of The Campus Center from 12-2pm today.
There will be Therapy dogs, Games, Giveaways, Free Fries, Free ice cream, Music and Information regarding Sexual Assault prevention. We hope to see you there!

Ryan Wasser will present "Like Desert Wind: On the Philosophical Concept of Timelessness" (in the works of Studio Ghibli) on Thursday, May 1, 12:30-1pm at the Library.

Attention all ACT101 students

The Spring Luncheon is coming up on May 1st at 11am to 1pm. Please RSVP by April 29th, end of business.

Its going to be a fun time with lunch provided as well as raffle prizes! You don't want to miss this!

Please let Cindy or Eddy know if you are going to be there.

Please join us on Tuesday, 4/29 on the 3rd Floor of The Campus Center from 12-2.
There will be Therapy dogs, Games, Giveaways, Free Fries, Free ice cream, Music and Information regarding Sexual Assault prevention. We hope to see you there!

The library's poetry contest is coming up on its deadline. You can submit via this link: https://luzerne.libwizard.com/f/poem_submission_box

The Alumni Association's third CASH bingo is this Sunday, April 27. Doors open at 11:30 AM and we have over 200 people coming to campus for this fundraising event.

Tickets are sold out at this time and we thank everyone who purchased one in advance to support our Scholarship program!

Thank you!

The Bookstore will be open Sunday, April 27 for the Alumni Associations Cash Bingo Event which starts at 11:30am.

Feel free to come by the bookstore or participate in the event with raffle baskets, food for purchase, and more!!

Career Services and the Northumberland (Shamokin) Center Director have teamed up to host a mini Wellness Expo & Career Fair Friday (4/25). The Expo/Fair will run from 11am to 2pm, at the Shamokin Center.

There will be employers looking to recruit students; informational tables offering resources for Addiction & Recovery, Organ & Tissue donation, Smoking Cessation, Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, Sound Meditation, Nutrition & Wellness, Vital signs, & Financial Aid/FAFSA; as well as a make-your-own trail mix bar & smoothies, low calorie recipes, a food truck, and prizes.

Come out to learn about living a healthy lifestyle, find employment or an internship, grab a snack, and show your support for our dedicated center.

The Trailblazer Cafe will close at 1 PM on Friday, April 25, 2025, to prepare for an event over the weekend. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you don't already have plans, please consider supporting the Alumni Association at their Cash Bingo event on Sunday, April 27, 2025. The Bingo tickets are SOLD OUT however there are other opportunities to participate in the great event with raffle baskets, food for purchase, and more! Doors open at 11:30 AM and Bingo (if you already have purchased your ticket) will begin at 1 PM.

Thank you and have a good day/weekend.

The library is operating at our normal hours (8am - 5pm) today (Thursday the 24th). The notice about closing early was meant for yesterday. We apologize for the confusion.

Due to staffing shortages, the library will be closing at 4pm today. We will be return to our normal hours tomorrow (24th) from 8 - 5pm.

The LCCC History Club invites you to join us Thursday, Apr 24 @ 12:30pm in Room #917 for the fourth World War II lecture of the SP-25 Semester. This lecture discusses the final battles on the Eastern Front which culminates in the embattled streets of Berlin in April 1945.

Attention all students going on the ACT101 trip this Friday, April 25 to Arnold's Family Fun Center:

We will be meeting in front of the Educational Conference Center (the entrance facing S Prospect Street) at 8:30am. At that time we will get on the bus for the trip. (Bus will leave promptly at 9am). We will arrive at our destination by 11am and stay there until approximately 4pm (we are trying to stay there until 5pm so try to be flexible in your ride home time). If we are able to stay until 5pm, we will be due back on campus by 7pm. If we cannot extend our time, we will be back by 6pm. Let Cindy Malkemes or Eddy Hernandez know if you have any questions.

If you are interested in going but haven't given your $5.00 yet to secure your seat, there is still time until the end of business today.

Community Service Committee is collecting new and gently-used children's books (board books, picture books and chapter books) for the the United Way's Annual Children's Book Drive. Please bring in donations by April 23.

Collection boxes are located in the Library (Bldg. 6), Admissions (Bldg. 5), Building 7, Campus Center (Bldg. 14) by Student Success (1st floor) and Student Life Lounge (3rd floor) as well as at the Pittston Center

P.S. If you have any books that are for adults that you would like to donate, please consider leaving them on the bookshelves on the 2nd floor of the campus center or in building 3 for others to enjoy.

Esport Free Play day Wednesday the 23rd from 10 am to 2 pm. Come by, have fun, and destress. Now with controller support! located on the 3rd floor of the campus center (building 14), in the Esport Arena.

Our Spring Softball game will be held on 4/23 on the Softball field at 5pm. Bring your own glove if able.

Thomas Shubilla will discuss the 1962 film Godzilla vs King Kong
on Tuesday, April 22nd 12:30-1pm at the Library

The Luzerne County Community College Wellness Committee and HPE 151 Health Promotion, Fitness and Sport Programing class will hold its annual wellness fair today, April 22, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., in the Campus Center, Building 14, third floor.

The HPE 151 Health Promotion, Fitness and Sport Programming will perform body composition analysis. The LCCC EMS department will be demonstrating CPR, and culinary will have a display of fruit. Additional information will be provided by the PA. Dept. of Health, Victims Resource Center, Pathway to Recovery, Highway Safety, and various departments from the college.

Come check it out!

Reminder: the Community Service Committee is collecting new and gently-used children's books (board books, picture books and chapter books) for the the United Way's Annual Children's Book Drive. Please bring in donations by April 23.

Collection boxes are located in the Library (Bldg. 6), Admissions (Bldg. 5), Building 7, Campus Center (Bldg. 14) by Student Success (1st floor) and Student Life Lounge (3rd floor) as well as at the Pittston Center

P.S. If you have any books that are for adults that you would like to donate, please consider leaving them on the bookshelves on the 2nd floor of the campus center or in building 3 for others to enjoy.

If you donâ??t have a green thumb, please consider donating your Easter flower bulbs to the greenhouse. You can drop them off at Student Life in the Campus Center or by the door to the greenhouse by the ATC building.

Thomas Shubilla will discuss Godzilla vs King Kong
on Tuesday, April 22nd 12:30-1pm
as part of the Library Lecture Series and the Library's
April display: Movies!

April is also Poetry Month - stop in the library and create a poem with magnetic poetry!

Also, submit your entry to the Poetry Contest by April 30th
https://luzerne.libwizard.com/f/poem_submission_box

We're 1 week out from the DEADLINE, so here's another call for submissions:

ABLAZE is the digital journal of writing @ LCCC, & in this issue, we're accepting practically any form of writing on practically any subject ... like "Ode to a Chocolate Bunny!"

GENRES:
* Poetry
* Fiction
* Creative Nonfiction
* Features
* Reviews of movies, books, video games, shows...
* Editorials
* Research Papers
* 1-Act Plays

HOW TO SUBMIT:
* FROM: your LCCC EMAIL ACCOUNT
* TO: ablaze@luzerne.edu
* SUBJECT: Your Full Name, "Work's Title"
* MESSAGE: your work

-- If you want your work published ANONYMOUSLY, we can do that!

DEADLINE:
* April 23, 2025

PS:
* PAST ISSUES can be found: https://www.luzerne.edu/about/ablaze.jsp

We've got a fun and helpful day lined up at the LCCC Pittston Campus
Don't miss out on everything happening today 4/16!

Financial Aid Help- Need help with your FAFSA or have questions about financial aid? Our Financial Aid Team will be on campus from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM to assist you.

Scholarship Workshop 5:30 PM
Learn how to apply for scholarships and make the most of your opportunities. Please sign up at the front desk to reserve your spot!

Pizza & Wing Night Starts at 4:00 PM
Swing by the lobby and grab some delicious pizza and wings to fuel up for your evening!

Therapy Dogs Visit Around 5:20 PM
Take a break and enjoy some puppy love and therapy dogs will be stopping by the center for some tail-wagging stress relief.
We hope to see you at one (or all!) of today's events!

Esports free play day today! From 10-2 in the esports arena, 3rd floor of the campus center( building 14). Come by, have some fun, and start the break early!

The Trailblazer Cafe will be open on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, however will be closed between 8:30 and 9:30 AM for a staff meeting.

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to serving you.

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).

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 $1.00 to $7.00 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 â?? fountain and bottled, energy drinks, tea, Gatorade, milk, etc.

Daily Lunch Specials:
Wednesday â?? Pasta with 2 sauce options and Chicken Tortellini as the Soup of the Day

Suggest/Request a special or soup and the staff will do what they can to add it to the rotation! Broadcast messages will announce any additional specials and/or soup of the day.

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

Have a good day!

The Center is closing due to a power outage in that area.

Good News! There are still spots available on the bus going to Arnolds Family Fun Center on April 25th! Students not in the ACT101 program and those in the program are able to attend for free! Check out this place. It is amazing! All you need to do to reserve your spot is to email Cindy Malkemes at cmalkemes@luzerne.edu or Eddy Hernandez at ehernandez@luzerne.edu or stop in the Counseling Offices to give us $5.00, which will reserve your spot on the bus. Hope to see you soon! The Deadline for RSVPs is end of business on April 23rd. Don't forget to bring in your 5.00!

The fitness center hours for Wednesday, April 16 are 7:30-5 and Thursday, April 17 are 7:30-4.

Thank you and sorry for any inconvenience!

The Trailblazer Cafe will be closed on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Have a good day!