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Operation Graduation!

Pierce College’s free Operation Graduation event Aug. 10 focuses on the unique needs of veterans

Veterans seeking to further their education are invited to a special Operation Graduation event at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom from 8a.m. to noon Friday, Aug. 10. This free event will include information for both new and continuing college students, and provide opportunities to connect with other veterans.

Veterans will receive information on how to apply for VA education benefits and other services, as well as have the opportunity to explore different career options, take campus tours, get transfer advice, and learn about community resources available for veterans. This free event is open to all veterans, Reserves and National Guard, and transitional Active Duty personnel.

“The most important thing to any student, new or current, is to graduate. This can be a very challenging feat for anyone. No one understands this more than the Veterans Resource Center at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom,” explained Matthew DeTienne, a veteran peer representative at the center. “In an effort to help veterans in every possible way, we are hosting this event tohelp all veterans realize and reach their potential.”

Pastries and coffee will be available in the morning. Lunch will be available later in the event. There will also be door prizes and giveaways. Everything is free. RSVP online at www.surveymonkey.com/s/operation_graduation.

The Veterans Resource Center is located in the SunriseBuilding in Room 118 at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom, 9401 Farwest Dr. SW, Lakewood. For more information, call (253) 964-6364 or email CEVSS@pierce.ctc.edu.

New Military Book Scholarship!!

Jennifer Jamison Textbook Scholarship

$200 award for military students

Enrolled in at least 10 credits at time of application

3.3 GPA

Preference given to students who have served in Iraq and/or Afghanistan

Spouses of Iraq / Afghanistan veterans and active duty military, who do not receive free textbooks through eArmyU, are also encouraged to apply.

Deadline:  August 8, 2012

Three awards for August Term 2012

Because of Ms. Jamison's involvement in the scholarship, she is unavailable to provide letters of recommendation for students.

Military Program at Stone Ed- Upcoming CLOSING

IMPORTANT

PIERCE COLLEGE MILITARY PROGRAM STUDENTS-Upcoming Office Closing

The Pierce College Military Program Office at the Stone Education Center will have a MODIFIED SCHEDULE from July 27-August 6^th.  Please review the schedule below carefully!

Pierce College Military Program Office at Stone Education Center

Friday, July 27^th  

–CLOSED

 July 30- August 3 

- LIMITED SERVICES AVAILABLE-we will not be in our usual office space-signs will be posted

August 6 

-CLOSED

August 7

 -The office will reopen with normal business hours.

During the week of July 30-August 3^rd limited services will be available at the Pierce College Military Program Office at the Stone Education Center.  Students will be able to register for classes and can ask basic questions. 

Advising services will be limited but available for students who need pre-requisite checks and brief advising for students enrolling in the Fall.  FULL advising services will remain available at the Pierce College Military Program office at the  McChord Education Center.

TODAY IS BOOK BUY BACK DAY AT FT LEWIS!! We apologize for the late notification, she will be here until 4pm today in front of the bookstore in the Stone Education Center

Book Buy Back for McChord will be THURSDAY, JULY 19, 2012 from11:00am - 4:00pm.

New Online Course Added!

NEW CNE COURSE ADDED ONLINE

CNE 246- Windows Server Applications Infrastructure

 has been added to the Fall online schedule.  

Walk-In Testing 7/16/2012

Modified Walk-in Testing Hours for 7/16/2012

Walk-in testing at McChord will end at 2pm today

Please check our testing schedule at http://wp.pierce.ctc.edu/blog/jblm/ for other testing dates.

Amazing Scholarship Opportunity!

Pierce College Foundation Housing Scholarship

INTRODUCTION

Education is a key component in preventing homelessness and achieving a living wage and multi-generational family stability.  Obtaining affordable and safe housing is increasingly difficult in today’s economic climate and yet having it plays a critical role in success in school, particularly for students who are responsible for supporting a family. A supportive, stable, and safe home environment decreases stress, increases self-esteem, and moves an individual and their family from focusing on survival to the possibility of being successful at gaining job skills through education.  Considering these challenges and to facilitate successful degree completion, the Pierce College Foundation provides a housing scholarship for eligible Pierce College students.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The application form and any supplemental information must be completed and submitted by 5 p.m., Thursday, July 26, 2012.  Submit applications via email to: rhatchett@pierce.ctc.edu or via mail to: Pierce College Foundation, ATTN: Ruth Ann Hatchett, 1601-39^th Ave SE, Puyallup, WA 98374. If you have questions, you may contact Ruth Ann at: rhatchett@pierce.ctc.edu or 253-864-3261.  The application packet consists of the following:

• Application form
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Official Transcript(s)
• Student Education Plan signed by your faculty advisor or FCA
• Personal Statement (2-3 pages)
• 2011-12 Financial Aid Award Letter (or VA Eligibility form)
• Proof of 2011 income (i.e. most recent tax return, FAFSA Student Financial Aid Report)

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Full-time student at Pierce College

2. Earned 30 college-level credits

3. U.S. citizen or permanent resident

4. Planning to earn a certificate or an associate’s degree from Pierce College within the next two years

5. Have and maintain a cumulative college-level GPA of at least 3.0

6. Family’s taxable income for the preceding year did not exceed 150% of the poverty level (receiving the Pell grant is one indicator of low-income eligibility)

6. Must be drug-free or in recovery for at least 12 months

7. Not have been convicted of any crime

SELECTION CRITERIA

Scholarship selection criteria includes:

• Urgent housing need for a family
• Academic achievement and potential
• Financial need
• School activities (e.g. involvement in programs teaching financial literacy, soft job skills, college success, life success)
• Community involvement/volunteer work, including military service
• Clear educational and career goals, and on track to complete a certificate or AA within two years

AWARD INFORMATION

The Foundation will provide access to two homes:

• A 1,900 square foot four bedroom home a few blocks from the Fort Steilacoom campus in the Steilacoom School District.
• A 900 square foot two bedroom condominium ½ mile from the Steilacoom Library. Single car garage.

Both homes can be furnished if need be. Utilities and yard maintenance are included. Student must be enrolled full-time in college in order to maintain eligibility for the scholarship.  The homes must be lived in by family members, not a college-roommate situation. The homes are non-smoking. Student must check in quarterly with assigned Pierce College representative.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation:  two letters from Pierce College staff or faculty, plus a letter from a personal character reference outside of Pierce College who is not an immediate family member (current or former employer, pastor, social worker, etc.). These letters must address the applicant’s level of responsibility, involvement in community organizations and engagement level at Pierce College.

PERSONAL STATEMENT

Applicants must provide a 2-3 page personal statement.  The essay should discuss the following:

• Describe yourself and your relevant personal background (e.g. what you did before going to college, why you chose to attend college, family history/background, job history)
• Challenges you face in completing educational goals, and your plan to successfully overcome them
• Your academic and educational progress so far in reaching your educational goals
• Future educational and career goals (e.g. why you chose your program, desired career path/goals, interest in further education)
• Describe your family’s current living/housing situation
• Thoughtfully describe how you and your family would benefit from this housing scholarship, and how it will assist you in completing your educational goals
• Volunteer and community service activities, as well as extra-curricular involvement at Pierce College

Pierce College Foundation Housing Scholarship

2012 Application

Basic Information:

Name:

Street Address:

City/Zip:

Phone 1:                                                                   Phone 2:

Email Address:

Student ID:

Social Security Number:

Date of Birth:

Gender:

Educational Information:

Cumulative GPA:

College-level GPA:

Major:

Degree/Certificate Program:

Estimated Pierce College Graduation Date:

Planning to transfer to a university after earning a degree from Pierce College?   Y     N

If yes, where do you plan to transfer?

If no, describe your career goals:

What is your ultimate educational degree goal?

Have you attended college prior to Pierce College?   Y     N

If Yes, list the name of the college(s), dates of attendance, and degree earned (if relevant)

Financial Information

Estimated sources of income each quarter for 2012/13 Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer:

Employment Earnings for 2011/2012:

Earnings from spouse, family, other for 2011/2012:

Earnings from work study for 2011/2012:

Savings, other income sources:

List other anticipated sources of financial aid (scholarships, fellowships, grants, loans, etc.): Source: Amount: Start/End date:

Other anticipated sources of income:

Expenses?

Do you plan to work while attending school?   Y     N  (If Yes, hours per week.):

Employer Information

Company Name:

Company Address:

Supervisor Name:

Amount of time worked for employer:

Housing Information

Current Landlord Name:

Current Landlord Address:

Current Landlord Phone Number:

Other

Briefly explain any special financial or family circumstances you would like the committee to consider, not mentioned in your personal statement. Do you need : Please describe your furniture needs, if any (couch, bed(s), kitchenware, etc.).

Student Application Checklist:

__ Completed Application Form

__3 Letters of Recommendation

__ Official Transcript(s)

__Student Education Plan signed by your faculty advisor or FCA

__Personal Statement (2-3 pages)

__2011-12 Financial Aid Award Letter

__Proof of 2011 income (i.e. most recent tax return, Student Financial Aid Report)

Application Process:

Some candidates will be called for an interview for further consideration. Finalist(s) will be subject to a full background check by the property management company. The scholarship recipient will be required to sign agreements with the Pierce College Foundation and the property management company. Successful recipients will be required to check in quarterly (at a minimum) with a designated Pierce College employee to track academic progress.