Titan Times: A LCC Student Newsletter, Week 3

Titan Times: A LCC Student Newsletter, Week 3

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Hello, Titans!
 
Welcome back, Titans!  We are very excited for you to continue your academic journey at Lane Community College. 
 
The Titan Times is a newsletter produced by LCC to inform and educate current students about student activities and issues as well as academic updates, upcoming events, student programs, and institutional policies. Please enjoy a Titan Times in your student e-mail box every Tuesday of the term.

We wish all students a safe and productive Fall 2022!

LCC is Hiring Students to Support Tech!

Got Tech Skills?

The Student Help Desk (SHeD) is seeking qualified applicants for Student Help Desk Support Technician.

Applicants should have excellent customer service skills and strong general computer and web experience. Experience using Moodle and knowledge of Lane's Enrollment policies is preferred.

SHeD has both Work Study and Non-Work Study Positions available:

1. Student Help Desk Support Technician (Work Study)

2. Student Help Desk Support Technician (LETS--non-Work Study)

3. Questions? Email Toni Timmers @ timmerst@lanecc.edu
 
Jobs at Lane
Interested in becoming a Lane employee? Check out our job posting for exciting employment opportunities! Visit: https://jobs.lanecc.edu.

LinkedIn Learning Available for Students!
 
Use the videos in LinkedIn Learning (formerly known as Lynda.com) to acquire new professional or personal skills. 
 
LinkedIn Learning is a collection of 1000's of online video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business skills.
 
You can browse through an overview of their content here. There are some surprising courses, including our most popular, "Working and Collaborating Online." Others include "Rock Guitar Lessons: Teach Yourself to Play," and "Excel Essential Training: Office 365/Microsoft 365." Sponsored by the LCC Library.
 
Rainy-Day Food Pantry! 
Is your food budget tight? Let us help! The Rainy Day Pantry serves students of Lane Community College. Order your food box online and pick it up on Tuesday between 10 a.m.-3 p.m. We prefer appointments but welcome walk-ins. You will find us on Lane's Main Campus on 30th Ave, Center Building, Room 153. . If you need accommodations or have questions, email foodpantry@lanecc.edu.
 
Note: Services will be closed on Tuesday, October 18th. 
 

Lane Student Government Association
Senate Meetings (Public)
 
The Senate meetings are business meetings and are open to the public.
This is a forum for discussing funding proposals, school policy changes, leadership trainings, conferences, speakers and events on campus, voter registration, and student suggestions.
 
Day of the Week: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: Center Building, Room 202
 

Join the STEM Club!
 
Benefits of being part of the club:
  • Career opportunities
  • Leadership training
  • Fun projects
  • Professional networking
  • Friendship

First meeting:
Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: Building 16, Room 165 (STEAM Learning Zone)
 
Free pizza and beverages will be provided (including lactose-free/vegan snacks)!
 

Asian & Pacific Islander Student Union
Food, Fun, and Friends!
 
APISU Campus Conversations at the Multicultural Center!
The path to well-being and finding success begins with meaningful connections.
 
All the ways to connect!
Location: Multicultural Center, Building 1, Room 206Advisor: Kumu Iwalani Raes, raesi@lanecc.edu
 

LCC Library Update
 
The Library will begin its new, extended Fall Term Hours!
 
Library Fall Term Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
 
For more information see our hours on our Library website:  https://library.lanecc.edu/about/hours
 

LCC Health Clinic Updates

HIV Alliance Event
 

The HIV Alliance will be providing free HIV, Hepatitis C and Syphilis testing.

Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Location: Building 18, Room 101

This is a walk-in clinic, no appointment is needed. The testing is available for LCC students, employees or community members.

Monkeypox vaccine will also be available.

Call 541-463-5665 to reserve your dose or see if you qualify for the vaccine.
 
Health Clinic On Campus 
Did you know that there is a Health Clinic on campus? See a nurse practitioner or RN for any of your health care needs. The Health Clinic offers a wide range of sexual health services: 
  • Online Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) screening. Fill out this form, and a nurse will contact you to set up an appointment for testing. The online screening form is only if you do not have symptoms. If you have any symptoms of a STI, please contact the clinic to make an appointment asap so you can get treatment.
  • The Health Clinic provides prescriptions for PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), a daily pill that helps prevent HIV for those who are at high risk. Make an appointment to get more information, or to find out if PrEP is right for you.
  • Make an appointment with a provider to discuss birth control options. 

LCC Health Clinic is located in Building 18, Room 101 and may be reached at 541-463-5665.
 
New flu and COVID vaccine dates: 
 
Flu Vaccinations
 
COVID vaccinations
 
All of these clinics are open for students and employees.
 
Get Facts About the VAX!
Here are some resources about the COVID-19 vaccine: 
 

Special Reminder: Academic Support
 

Remember to check out tutoring support on campus, our online and research help available in the Library, and follow up on your Educational Plan with our academic advisors.
 

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The Titan Times is shared with students weekly on Tuesday afternoons. Submissions are due by 5 p.m. on Fridays during the regular term. If the campus is closed for a holiday on a Monday, the publication will be shared with students the following afternoon. Please include web links where students can find additional details of submitted information and submit posters or pictures as a .jpg or .png format. Send information to: titantimes@lanecc.edu.
 
The Titan Times is an official publication of Lane Community College designed to inform students of academic and student support and engagement opportunities. Submissions may be edited for content, clarity, and tone. Submit items for inclusion and suggestions to titantimes@lanecc.edu. Submissions are due by 9 a.m. Mondays in the Spring Term 2022 term. If the campus is closed for a holiday on a Monday, the publication will be shared with students the following afternoon. Alternative formats are available through the Center for Accessible Resources. Lane is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabilities Employer.  Publication date: June 7, 2022.