The HPERD Department would like to give a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who participated, contributed to or volunteered their services to our annual 5K/Fun Run on May 2. The race is sponsored by the HPE/Exercise Science Department, Class of 2025 HPE 151 Health Promotions Class and the College Wellness Committee. It was a great success again this year, because of your generosity and participation, the race raised over $1000.00 which will be going to a special fund for LCCC students with financial needs. The HPE/Exercise Science Department cannot THANK YOU enough. Your thoughtfulness and kindness, is greatly appreciated by all!

Summer season of Esports is right around the corner! If you have some time opening up around 5pm-8pm this summer we are looking to fill teams for all games! Come talk to Kyle Davis in the Student Life and Athletics Office for details and the game schedule. (Student life and athletics is located on the 3rd floor of the campus center (building 14))

No try outs or skill level required. just have an account with the game you are looking to play and have the availability to play on the set dates.

Summer season starts May 26 and goes till July 31st with open enrollment through the season.

The Trailblazer Cafe will be open on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 7:30 until 10 AM with your traditional food and beverage offerings. It will be closed from 10 to 11 AM to prepare for the Finals Fest cookout.

Finals Fest will take place from 11 AM to 2 PM for a cookout of Hamburgers & Hot Dogs as well as a selection of sides. Student Life has lots of fun activities taking place at the same time.

If the weather allows, the cookout will be outside the Campus Center; otherwise it will be setup within the seating area of the Trailblazer Cafe.

We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you soon!

Faculty, Staff and Students,

Graduation Regalia is ready for pick up at the LCCC Bookstore!!

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

If you did not order a gown in time, you can still come in 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

The LCCC 2025 Communication Arts Student Art Exhibition will be presented in the Schulman Gallery of Luzerne County Community College and will run from Friday, May 09, 2025 through Friday, June 06, 2025. The Exhibition highlights original artworks in a variety of media and categories created by students currently enrolled in the Communication Arts Program of Luzerne County Community College.

The Opening Reception will be held on Friday, May 09, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. which will include live piano music and light fare, and feature portfolio presentations and the presentation of Presidentâ??s Choice Awards in the Gallery.

Admission is free and open to the public.
Gallery Hours: Mondays - Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Closed Holidays and College Closings)

Math Club will be meeting for their final meeting of the semester on Thursday, 5/8 at 1 PM in the Math Center (Building 4 - Room 424).

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The scholarship application is open through June 15, 2025. Please apply at the following website:
https://luzerne.awardspring.com

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.

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

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 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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

Enjoy this beautiful day and take a walk to the Gymnasium and support the 14th Annual Race for a Cause by purchasing raffle tickets.
15 tickets for $10, you do not need to be present to win.

All proceeds will benefit students in need.

Raffle tickets will be available in the Gymnasium starting at Noon up until race time this evening.

Thank you in advance!

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

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.

LCCC is participating with Trellis Strada to survey our students. Today is the last day for you to complete the survey and collect your $5 gift card. If you are an Early College student, you are not eligible. If you have not completed the Trellis Strada survey, please do so as soon as possible. Thank you!

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.

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

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.

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.

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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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 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.