News
U.S. Army Field Band Six-String Soldiers to perform August 13 at HCC
The Hagerstown Community College Alumni Association will host the Six-String Soldiers of the U.S. Army Field Band as part of its annual Red, White and Blue Summer Concert Series, on Saturday, August 13, at 6:15 p.m., in HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. Under the direction of Master Sergeant John Lamirande, the group performs Americana, folk, bluegrass, and Irish music in an informal setting.
U.S. Navy Sea Chanters to perform August 12 at HCC
The Hagerstown Community College Alumni Association will host the U.S. Navy Sea Chanters as part of its annual Red, White and Blue Summer Concert Series, on Friday, August 12, at 6:15 p.m., in HCC’s Alumni Amphitheater. Under the direction of Chief Musician Casey E. Campbell, the group performs a variety of music including choral arrangements and Broadway show tunes and travels throughout the United States, often appearing at state and national events.
HCC Alumni Association to host annual golf tournament on Sept. 16
Hagerstown Community College’s Alumni Association will hold its 24th Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, September 16, at noon, at the Black Rock Golf Course in Hagerstown. The tournament is open to the public. All participants and sponsors must register by Friday, August 19.
HCC names Ohl-Gigliotti as new dean of students
Christine Ohl-Gigliotti has been named dean of students at Hagerstown Community College. In the role of dean of students at HCC, Ohl-Gigliotti will provide leadership and oversight of student affairs.
August Mid-Atlantic Fiction Writers Institute canceled
Due to insufficient enrollment to ensure a quality experience for all participants, The Mid-Atlantic Fiction Writers Institute scheduled for August 12 and 13 has been canceled. Those who have already registered for MAFWI will receive a full refund. The Hub City Teen Writers Institute will be held as scheduled.
Dancers needed for HCC's Dance Company this fall
The HCC Dance Company is looking for new members for the fall 2016 semester. This group is comprised of intermediate to advanced dancers with previous dance experience. Students interested in being considered should contact Alyssa Little by emailing ajlittle@hagerstowncc.edu.
Robinwood Players to perform “Macbeth”
Hagerstown Community College’s Robinwood Players will perform William Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, “Macbeth,” Thursday, August 4, through Sunday, August 7, in the Kepler Theater on HCC’s main campus. Ticket costs range from $10 to $20, and can be reserved by visiting www.hagerstowncc.edu/productions.
HCC graduate accepted to Disney College Program in Orlando
Hagerstown Community College graduate Madeline Harmon, of Mercersburg, Pa., was recently accepted into the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, from May 23, 2016 to January 5, 2017.
Full-ride scholarships available for HCC’s STEM students
Hagerstown Community College’s Student Financial Aid Office is currently accepting applications for the S-STEM scholarships. The deadline for the fall semester is Monday, August 1. To view eligibility requirements and to apply, visit www.hagerstowncc.edu/forms/financial-aid/s-stem-scholarship-application.
JLG sponsors girls engineering class at HCC
JLG Industries, Inc., recently sponsored a week-long engineering course at Hagerstown Community College for girls entering grades six through eight. With a gift of $3,450, JLG covered the tuition for the 13 girls who applied for and participated in the class, entitled “Girls Exploring Engineering.”
Events
Game Night
Date:Game Night will be held in the Student Center Main Dining Hall. Enjoy music and games for all ages, including Uno, Monopoly, and Apples to Apples, or bring your own games to play.
Sponsored by the SGA.
Monday, September 26, 2016 - 5:00pmMonday, October 24, 2016 - 5:00pmMonday, November 28, 2016 - 5:00pmMonday, February 27, 2017 - 5:00pmMonday, March 27, 2017 - 5:00pmMonday, April 24, 2017 - 5:00pmShippensburg University Transfer Advisor Visit
Date:A transfer advisor from Shippensburg University will be on campus to meet with interested students from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Academic Advising area in the Student Center. An appointment is required. To schedule an appointment, call 240-500-2530.
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 - 9:00amTuesday, October 25, 2016 - 9:00amMonday, November 14, 2016 - 9:00amBusiness Club Meeting
Date:HCC's Business Club will meet in the Student Center, room 141. The topic will be "Options to Finance Your Business Opportunity." Representatives from local, county, and state organizations will be present to talk about all the programs to assist entrepreneurs as they build their businesses.
Tuesday, October 25, 2016 - 2:30pmSecond 7.5-week session - Last day to drop a class for a refund
Date:The last day to drop a class for the second 7.5-week session of the Fall 2016 semester is October 26, 2016. For a complete list of registration dates and deadlines, visit http://www.hagerstowncc.edu/registration/dates-and-deadlines.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016 (All day)UMUC Transfer Advisor Visit
Date:A transfer advisor from University of Maryland – University College will be on campus to meet with interested students from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Center lobby. No appointment necessary. For a full list of upcoming visits from four-year schools, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/advisement/transfer-visits-events.
Thursday, August 11, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, September 8, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, September 15, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, September 29, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, October 27, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, November 3, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, November 10, 2016 - 10:00amThursday, December 1, 2016 - 10:00amAthletic Boosters Corn Hole Tournament
Date:The HCC Athletic Boosters will hold its second annual Corn Hole Tournament on October 29 in the ARCC. Proceeds benefit the HCC Hawk Athletic Booster Club.
Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 11:00amFrostburg @ Hagerstown Transfer Advisor Visit for Psychology Majors
Date:A transfer advisor from Frostburg State University at Hagerstown will be on campus to meet with psychology majors in the Student Center lobby. No appointment necessary. For a full list of upcoming visits from four-year schools, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/advisement/transfer-visits-events.
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 - 10:30amMonday, October 31, 2016 - 9:30amThursday, November 17, 2016 - 9:30amUniversity of Baltimore Transfer Advisor Visit
Date:A transfer advisor from University of Baltimore will be on campus to meet with interested students from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Center lobby. No appointment necessary. For a full list of upcoming visits from four-year schools, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/advisement/transfer-visits-events.
Tuesday, September 6, 2016 - 10:00amTuesday, October 4, 2016 - 10:00amTuesday, November 1, 2016 - 10:00amShenandoah University Transfer Visit
Date:A transfer advisor from Shenandoah University will be on campus to meet with interested students from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Student Center lobby. No appointment necessary. For a full list of upcoming visits from four-year schools, go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/advisement/transfer-visits-events.
Wednesday, September 28, 2016 - 11:00amTuesday, November 1, 2016 - 11:00amNursing Information Session
Date:Information session for HCC's Nursing programs will be held in Careers Program Building, Room 151.
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 - 5:00pmThursday, November 17, 2016 - 5:00pmWednesday, December 7, 2016 - 6:00pmMonday, December 19, 2016 - 5:00pm