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Clearing the Pathways for Success The students profiled in this issue all relied on one or more of HCC's resources to help remove or reduce obstacles hindering their goal completion. The following is a brief description of the specialized student services and programs referenced: Transfer Center assists students in the process of transferring Study Abroad opportunities for both HCC students and to a four-year college or university through dozens of articulation community members on a credit or noncredit basis are agreements, on-site and online research resources, visits from coordinated by HCC's office of international education. recruiting schools, field trips to institutions, and one-on-one Programs include study in China, Denmark, France, Ireland, counseling and planning assistance. Italy, Spain, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. Financial Aid Services helps James W. Rouse Scholars Program is a selective, students locate financial assistance challenging honors and leadership learning community designed for college such as need-based for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and or merit scholarships and grants, universities. low-interest loans, and work- Schulte Travel Fellowship provides funds for students to study programs through sources plan their own travel or study abroad experience in January or including the U.S. Department of during the summer. Education, the state of Maryland, and HCC's Educational Foundation. Learning Assistance Center (LAC) provides academic support services to all credit students, including study skills workshops, math reviews, and free group tutoring. Career Links assists qualified single parents and displaced Frederick K. Schoenbrodt Honors Program offers high achieving full- and part-time students of all ages the opportunity to fulfill general education requirements as part of a supportive, intellectual community. Phi Theta Kappa is the national honor society of two-year colleges, homemakers with access to resources necessary for academic, which recognizes and encourages career, and employment success while meeting their personal, scholarship and provides family, and work obligations. opportunities for the development HCC Job/Career Fairs and on-campus recruiting events provide opportunities for job seekers to meet employers. One-on- of leadership and service. Wellness Center offers one career counseling is available free of charge to students and educational materials and community members on an appointment basis. workshops, plans awareness Adult Basic Skills is a noncredit program offering reading, activities, and provides referrals. writing, and math classes at many levels; GED exam preparation Free sessions are provided for students, including massage and External Diploma Program options; preparation for HCC's therapy, acupuncture, stress management, and more. math placement test; and skills evaluation. Veterans Affairs Office helps veterans, active duty military personnel, reservists, National Guard, and qualified dependents apply for veterans' benefits and access the full range of the college's services. Visit the Pathways for Success web page at www.howardcc.edu/pathways for links to these resources. Howard Community College Spring 2012 | Pathways 9