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Board of Trustees Meeting May 21, 2025

Board of Trustees MeetingWednesday, May 21, 2025Board Room (Rm. 3595)6 p.m.Closed Session – 5 p.m. Agenda 1.GENERAL FUNCTIONS1.1 Call to Order 1.2 Roll Call 1.3 Minutes of Previous Meeting (Attachment) 1.4 Welcome to Guests 1.5 Public Comments 1.6 Communications 1.7 Presentation: College Advisory System (CAS) Updates presented by Dr. Jill Spelina, Faculty Delegate and Professor of Mathematics 1.8 Personnel Actions 1.8.1 Personnel Appointments, Reclassifications, Retirements and Resignations 2.COMMITTEE REPORTS2.1 Facilities Committee 2.2 Finance Committee 2.3 Safety & Security Committee 3.GENERAL BUSINESS3.1 Revisions to Title IX Policy (Attachment) 3.2 Revisions to Policy 8.2 – Conflict of Interest (Attachment) 3.3 Revision to Policy 2.10: Awarding Additional Degrees (Attachment) 3.4 New Policy Proposal: Defining the Credentials (Attachment)Board of Trustees’ Meeting Agenda 3.5 New Program Proposal: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist Certificate of Competency (Attachment) 3.6 New Program Proposal: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Foundations Certificate of Competency (Attachment) 3.7 New Program Proposal: Social and Human Service Assistant Certificate of Competency (Attachment) 3.8 Promotions (Attachment) 3.9 Award of Contract FY2025/2026-08 Pluralsight Skills Platform (Attachment) 3.10 Award of Contract FY2025/2026-09 Renewal of Veeam Software (Attachment) 3.11 Award of Contract FY2025/2026-10 Renewal of Microsoft Licensing Agreement (Attachment) 3.12 Award of Contract FY2025/2026-11 ACUE Facilities Maintenance Career Grant (Attachment) 3.13 Award of Contract FY2025/2026-12 EBSCO Information Services (Attachment) 3.14 Award of Contract FY2025/2026-13 PepsiCo Beverage Sales, LLC (Attachment) 3.15 Annual Board Officer Nominations (No Attachment for this Item) 4.PRESIDENT’S REPORT 5.ADJOURNMENT

Policies & Procedures

College Policies Index 1. General Policy2. Academic Affairs3. Student Services 4. Executive Management5. Administrative Management6. Financial Management & Support 7. Personnel Management & Support8. Procurement9. Administrative Computing 10. Development11. Enrollment Services 1. General Policy Mission, Vision, Student Success, Culture, and Values (1.1) College Policies and Regulations (1.2) 2. Academic Affairs Program Review (2.1) Program Development (2.2) Enrichment Programs (2.3) Academic Honesty (2.4) Academic Bankruptcy (2.5) Excused Absences from Tests on Religious Holidays (2.6) Transfer Credits (2.7) Credit by Assessment (2.8) Advanced Placement (2.9) Awarding Additional Degrees and Certificates (2.10) Cooperative Education (2.11) Repeating a Course (2.12) Faculty Participation in Institutional Governance (2.13) Credit Hour (2.14) Grade Appeals (2.15) Minors in Classrooms & On-Campus (2.16) Attendance Compliance for Reporting to Federal Government (2.17) English, Mathematics and Reading Retesting (2.18) Placement Test Scores Expiration (2.19) Academic Standing (2.20) Alternative Measures for College Placement (2.21) 3. Student Services Code of Conduct (3.1) Psychological Emergencies (3.2) Student Complaints (3.3) Student Activities Program and Fees (3.4) Physical Development and Athletics (3.5) Job and Transfer Placement (3.6) Dealing with Health-Related Problems (3.7) Students with Disabilities (3.8) Student Confidentiality (3.9) Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury (3.10) Anti-Hazing (3.11) 4. Executive Management Trustee Emeritus (4.1) Controversial Materials/Matters (4.2) 5. Administrative Management Records Management and Retention (5.1) Social Security Number Usage (5.2) DCCCid Usage (5.3) Tobacco-Free Campus (5.4) Whistleblower (5.5) Right-to-Know (5.6) Possession of Weapons on Campus (5.7) Security and Emergencies (5.8) Intellectual Property (5.9) 6. Financial Management & Support Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (6.1) Capital Assets (6.2) Identity Theft Prevention (6.3) Anti-Fraud and Theft (6.4) Investment (6.5) Post-Issuance Tax Compliance Policies for Tax-Exempt Bonds (6.6) Transfer of Funds (6.7) Returned Check Service Fee (6.8) Signatory Authority and Check Signing Policy (6.9) Inter-fund Transfers (6.10) Travel and Business-Related Expenses (6.11) Allowable Costs - Federal Grants (6.12) Solicitation Policy (6.13) 7. Personnel Management & Support Anti-Nepotism (7.1) Power Relationships of an Amorous or Sexual Nature (7.2) Tuition and Fee Waiver (7.3) Compensation and Board Authority (7.4) Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (7.5) Domestic Partner (7.6) Drug-Free Workplace (7.7) Family Medical Leave Policy (7.8) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (7.9) Equal Opportunity Employment (7.10) New Employee Exclusion from Participation in PSERS and SERS Policy (7.11) Workplace Nondiscrimination and Harassment (7.12) Use of Social Media by Employees (7.13) Background Check (7.14) Military Leave (7.15) Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting (7.16) Sexual Misconduct in Accordance with Title IX (7.17) Progressive Disciplinary Action (7.18) Megan’s Law (SORNA) Notification (7.19) Telecommuting (7.20) 8. Procurement Procurement (8.1) Conflict of Interest (8.2) Use of Facilities (8.3) 9. Administrative Computing Computer, Network, Email, and Internet (9.1) 10. Development Grant Proposals and Funding Requests to Support Institutional Purposes (10.1) College Naming Opportunities (10.2) 11. Enrollment Services Tuition and Fees (11.1) Student Access and Records (11.2) Student Withdrawal (11.3) Student Tuition and Fees for Withdrawals (11.4) College Over 60 (11.5) Other Policies & Procedures Alcohol and Drug Abuse PreventionCampus Sexual Violence EducationDiscrimination/Sexual Harassment & Equal Opportunity

Teacher Education Program

The Teacher Education Program, or TEP, is designed to help interested students jumpstart their education toward a professional career in the PreK-12 education field.  Recognizing the critical teacher shortage in Delaware County, DCCC and Delaware County Council partnered to create this important initiative, whereby high school juniors can now attend the College at no cost and earn up to 38 credits toward an associate degree in education. A new cohort will begin Fall 2025 (August 25, 2025). Students who are eligible to participate in this dual enrollment pathway will have the opportunity to meet with the Transfer Office to discuss transfer options, as well as have access to a success coach and tutoring for their English and Mathematics courses. Laptops are also available, as well as enrichment activities throughout the program.  Delaware County High Schools Classed held at the DCCC Marple Campus location. Important Dates: Application Deadline: March 6, 2025 Course Placement/Testing Deadline: April 24, 2025 Registration begins in May for eligible students. Eligibility is determined by course placement**. When applying, select "Education" as the anticipated program of study. Please remember to answer the question, “What type of Dual Enrollment Program are you interested in?” You will want to select “Structured Pathway.” After completing your dual enrollment application, applicants must send our Admissions Office an email (admiss@dccc.edu) to confirm that you applied for the Teacher Education Program and to be considered for the program. Seats will be awarded on a first qualified, first admitted basis. *Course placement will determine if a high school dual enrollment student is eligible to register for selected college courses. Some students are eligible to waive the placement test with qualifying standardized test scores.  Information Sessions Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6 pm (Virtual) Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6 pm (Virtual) Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6 pm (Marple Campus) Need help with enrollment? Visit our Dual Enrollment Steps page for guidance!  A sample sequence of courses for the first year includes:  Fall Term    CourseDayTimeCredits EarnedTerm TotalECE 100 “Principles of Early Childhood Education”(Grades Pre-K-8)MWF8-8:55 a.m.3 PSY 140 “General Psychology” MWF9:05-10 a.m.3 ENG 100 “English Composition I”TR8-9:25 a.m.3     9Spring Term    EDU 208 “English Language Learners”MWF8-8:55 a.m.3 HIS 110 “American History I”MWF9:05-10 a.m.3 ENG 112 “Writing About Literature”TR8-9:25 a.m.3     18 Hear from our TEP students: “As a high school student who has no real idea what I want to do after I graduate, this program has helped me consider new opportunities and rule out others. Ultimately, I feel more equipped to handle whatever life throws at me, and I can apply to colleges knowing I will stand out from the crowd as an even more well-rounded person and a highly competitive applicant!”   John Q.  “The DCCC Teacher Education Program gave me a boost into the world of college and has been encouraging me to be my best self. It’s a wonderful opportunity that I would choose again and again.”   Abigail G.  For additional information or questions, call 610-359-5050 or email admiss@dccc.edu. Students interested in the program should also consult with their high schools.

SHSA Program

The Social and Human Service Assistant (SHSA) Program is designed to help interested students jumpstart their education toward a profession promoting social justice and advocation.  Through a partnership between DCCC and Delaware County Council, rising high school seniors can attend the College at no cost and earn up to 18 credits and a certificate toward an associate degree in social work. A new cohort will begin Fall 2025. Students who are eligible to participate in this dual enrollment pathway will have the opportunity to meet with the Transfer Office to discuss transfer options, as well as have access to other student support resources at the College.  Information Sessions: Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6 pm (Virtual) Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5 pm (Virtual) Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 6 pm (Marple Campus) Important Dates: Application Deadline: March 6, 2025 Course Placement/Testing Deadline: April 24, 2025 When applying, select "Social Work" as the anticipated program of study. Please remember to answer the question, “What type of Dual Enrollment Program are you interested in?” You will want to select “Structured Pathway.” After completing your dual enrollment application, you must send our Admissions Office an email (admiss@dccc.edu) to confirm that you applied for the Social and Human Service Assistant Program to be considered. Seats will be awarded on a first qualified, first admitted basis. *A student may be eligible for a waiver or exemption of the placement test by submitting specific scores or school transcripts.  Please visit dccc.edu/assessment for more information to determine if you are eligible for a waiver or exemption.  We request that scores or school transcripts be uploaded on the student’s dual enrollment application (during time of applying). Need help with enrollment? Visit our Dual Enrollment Steps page for guidance!  A sample sequence of courses for the first year includes:  Fall Term    CourseDayTimeCredits EarnedTerm TotalSWO 101 “Introduction to Social Work”MWF8-8:55 a.m.3 ENG 100 “English Composition I”MWF9:05-10  a.m.3 PSY 140 “General Psychology” TR8-9:25 a.m.3     9Spring Term    CS100 “Introduction to Information Technology”MWF8-8:55 a.m.3 COMM 111 “Public Speaking”MWF9:05-10 a.m.3 SWO 210 “Human Behavior and the Social Environment”TR8-9:25 a.m.3     18 For additional information or questions, call 610-359-5050 or email admiss@dccc.edu. Students interested in the program should also consult with their high schools.

Previous Exhibitions

A.F.A. Foundations Student ExhibitionSeptember 14–October 20, 2023 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Mark Thomas Gibson, jurorNovember 13–December 15, 2023 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 16–February 16, 2024 Collection as Classroom | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorMarch 4–April 12, 2024 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 2–June 6, 2024 Summer Community Arts Series: Senior Community Services Annual Art Show "Melody of Creativity"July 31–August 21, 2024  Hybrid A.F.A. Foundations Student Exhibition (View the Online Portion of the Exhibition Here)September 22–October 28, 2022 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Alex Klein, jurorNovember 14–December 16, 2022 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 17–February 17, 2023 Rebecca Rutstein: Sublime Nature | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorMarch 6–April 14, 2023 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 4–June 8, 2023 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly 12–August 2, 2023  Winter 2022 A.F.A. Foundations Student Exhibition (View the Online Exhibition Here)Ongoing Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 18–February 18, 2022 Paolo Morales Exhibition | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorMarch 7–April 15, 2022 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 15–June 16, 2022 Spring 2021 A.F.A. Foundations Student Exhibition (View the Online Exhibition Here)Ongoing 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Christina Vassallo, juror (Online Exhibition)March 16–April 30, 2021 2021 A.F.A. Graduation Exhibition (View the Online Exhibition Here)Ongoing A.F.A. Foundations Student ExhibitionSeptember 12–October 18, 2019 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Jodi Throckmorton, jurorNovember 6–December 13, 2019 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 15–February 21, 2020 Power Portraits: Rico GatsonIn-Person Exhibition March 4–7, 2020 | Online Exhibition (Fall 2020) 2020 A.F.A. Graduation Exhibition (View the Online Exhibition Here)Ongoing A.F.A. Foundations Student ExhibitionSeptember 18–October 26, 2018 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Jean Shin, jurorNovember 12–December 21, 2018 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 16–February 22, 2019 At the Window: Photography by Jiaqi Pan | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorMarch 6–April 12, 2019 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 2–June 6, 2019 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJune 20–July 17, 2019 Faculty ExhibitionSeptember 6–October 6, 2017 A.F.A. Foundations Student ExhibitionOctober 19–November 17, 2017 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Odili Donald Odita, jurorDecember 6, 2017–January 11, 2018 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 24–February 22, 2018 Experience Without Disdain: The Work of Dominique Duroseau  | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorMarch 5–April 6, 2018 From the Inside Out: The Artwork of Isaac Scott | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorApril 9–19, 2018 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 3–June 7, 2018 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly–August, 2018 The Genesis of Chinese Writing & the Art of CalligraphySeptember 1–30, 2016 A.F.A. Foundations Student ExhibitionOctober 20–November 18, 2016 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition | Pepón Osorio, jurorNovember–December, 2016 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary–February, 2017 thosebutterflyboysandvioletunicorns: The Work of David Antonio Cruz | Dr. Olivia Gruber Florek, curatorMarch 8–April 14, 2017 Unearthing the Past: The Laurel Hill Cemetery ProjectApril 19–21, 2017 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay–June, 2017 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJune–July, 2017 Alumni Artists ShowcaseJuly–August, 2017 Face to Face: The Craniofacial Program Portrait ProjectSeptember 9–October 9, 2015 A.F.A. Foundations Student ExhibitionOctober 22 - November 20, 2015 Regional High School Art ExhibitionJanuary 20–February 19, 2016 Linear/Nonlinear | Jay McClellan, curatorMarch 2–April 8, 2016 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionApril 21–May 19, 2016 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly–August, 2016 Art Encounters: A Local Art Centers Exhibition | Caitlin Flaherty, curatorSeptember 10–October 16, 2014 Foundations Student ExhibitionOctober 16–November 7, 2014 215|610: Juried Photography Exhibition | Luis Gispert, jurorNovember 19–December 19, 2014 Beyond Origin - New Work by Heather RamsdaleFebruary 11–March 13, 2015 Articulture Biennial Arts Festival presents CHANNELS: Media, Culture and Representation | Allison Young, curatorFebruary 11–March 13, 2015 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 7–28, 2015 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly 15–August 8, 2015 215|610: Juried Painting Exhibition | Dr. Donald Kuspit, jurorSeptember 11–October 4, 2013 Foundations Student ExhibitionNovember 15–November 30, 2013 Faculty Art ExhibitionNovember 13–December 13, 2013 Photography Student ExhibitionJanuary 16–31, 2014 Spinning Yarns Photography ExhibitionFebruary 20–March 21, 2014 Fragmented Realities | Randy Gilmore, curatorApril 3–25, 2014 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 8–22, 2014 215|610: Juried Sculpture Exhibition | Sid Sachs, jurorSeptember 6–21, 2012 THINGS: The Still Life in Contemporary ArtOctober 4–November 2, 2012 Foundations Student ExhibitionNovember 15–November 30, 2012 Photography Student ExhibitionDecember 11–January 4, 2013 The Landscape from Three Perspectives | Richard Johnson, curatorFebruary 7–March 8, 2013 Articulture Biennial Arts Festival presents "Blasphemy & Devotion" | Jeanne Brody & Emily Hage, curatorsMarch 21–April 19, 2013 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 2–17, 2013 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJune 5–27, 2013 ART 100 Student ExhibitionJuly 9–25, 2013 215|610: Juried Drawing Exhibition | Kate Kraczon, jurorSeptember 21–October 28, 2011 Foundations Student ExhibitionNovember 15–December 6, 2011 Photography Student ExhibitionDecember 15–January 10, 2012 Bertha Steinhardt Gutman "Table-top Narratives" 1991-2011January 19–February 17, 2012 Contemporary Middle Eastern ExhibitionMarch 1–30, 2012 INSTALLED | Jaime Treadwell, curatorApril 10–27, 2012 A.F.A. Graduation ExhibitionMay 5–18, 2012 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly–August, 2012 Annual Student Art ExhibitionSeptember 14–October 15, 2010 I Speak American | Jaime Treadwell, curatorOctober 28–December 1, 2010 Inside and Outside the Clamshell Box: Diary of a Print Portfolio | Cheryl Harper, curatorDecember 14–January 25, 2011 Common Bond: Graphic Design & Illustration | Robert Jones, curatorFebruary 8–March 16, 2011 Articulture Biennial Arts Festival presents Terminal Jest: Dark Humor in Recent Art March 30–April 27, 2011 Annual Graphic Design Student ExhibitionMay 5–June 10, 2011 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly–August, 2011 Annual Student Art ExhibitionSeptember 10–October 16, 2009 Philemona WilliamsonOctober 29–November 25, 2009 Alumni Artist ShowcaseDecember 10–January 6, 2010 ACDCPC: Mid-Atlantic Ceramic Sculpture from theDistrict of Columbia to Philadelphia County and Beyond | Cheryl Harper, curatorJanuary 21–February 19, 2010 The Figure: Then and Now | Bertha Gutman, curatorMarch 4–April 2, 2010 Annual Graphic Design Student ExhibitionApril 22–June 4, 2010 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly–August, 2010 Annual Student Art ExhibitionSeptember 11–October 10, 2008 Art & Graphic Design Faculty ExhibitionOctober 27–November 24, 2008 Abstract InvitationalDecember 11–February 2, 2009 N.A.W.A. National Association of Women ArtistsFebruary 16–March 13, 2009 Articulture Biennial Arts Festival presents "New Media in the Performing & Visual Arts and their influence on Contemporary Practice"April 1–17, 2009 Annual Graphic Design Student ExhibitionApril 10–May 27, 2009 Senior Community Services Annual Art ShowJuly–August, 2009

Kids Camps

Available Grant: Unemployed caregivers in Delaware County can apply for up to $1,000 in credits toward a child’s summer camp fees thanks to the Delaware County Council’s approval of the Delco Strong Summer Camp Solution. Please complete the application and email it to WorkForce-Camp@co.delaware.pa.us. If your child is staying all day with us, they are required to register for Lunch Bunch, which costs $30 for each week. Please request when you register. Campers must bring their own lunches. The cafeteria is not available.Refunds will be offered if request is emailed to communityed@dccc.edu 10 days prior to the start date of your camp. Babysitter Training with CPR & First Aid Certification - CLOSED - FULL Develop skills that will help you become a responsible, knowledgeable babysitter. This course includes AHA Certification in child and infant CPR, child and infant first aid and child and infant water safety. New sitters will also learn to care and feed infants and toddlers, safe toys, diapering techniques, and how to prevent accidents and handle emergencies. YTH 10107 / Cost: $287Ages 11-14 | CRN 347  | 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.  Cyber Spies With the world’s increased reliance on digital data, cyber security is more important than ever! In this class you are all that stands between a group of international hackers launching cyber attacks and world peace. Through a series of challenges, students will learn to apply tools used by professional digital forensics teams to crack codes and use encryption. Working in teams you will collect clues, recover lost data, and explore the tools of the trade to become the next great cyber spy! YTH 10111/10141 / Cost: $249Ages 11-14 | CRN 374  | 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Ages 8-10 | CRN 375 | 1-5 p.m.  Drone Adventures The Drones are here! Let the battles begin. In this hands-on, interactive class you will learn how to safely fly drone robots. Working in teams, you will be able to code your drone to compete in missions that will prepare you for the ultimate team challenge at the end of the week. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10059/10147 / Cost: $259Ages 8-10 | CRN 267 | 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.Ages 11-14 | CRN 465  | 1 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Updated! Esports Gamers and Streamers Whether you want to be the next pro gamer, streamer, or gamecaster, this course will teach you the basics to get started! Over 400 million people watched YouTube videos and Twitch streams of video game competitions this year alone! In this course, students develop game-play skills, compete in tournaments, learn how to produce commentary, and use professional streaming software. Throughout the class, lessons will emphasize the importance of practicing online safety. Student recordings will not be broadcast publicly and are only available on a password-protected website to share with friends, family, and fellow students.   YTH 10148/10149 / Cost: $259Ages 11-14 | CRN 466 | 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Ages 8-10 | CRN 467 | 1-5 p.m.  Advanced Robotics In this class, create basic AI programs for robots using visual and text-based code. Utilize a variety of sensors that help your robot navigate and overcome daily class challenges. With your teammates, you will apply different coding concepts while using the scientific method to formulate, observe, experiment, test, and modify your robot. No prior experience is required. YTH 10122/10121 / Cost: $259Ages 8-10 | CRN 368  | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 11-14 | CRN 369  | 1-4 p. NEW! Young Game Designers This beginner game development course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through hands-on and engaging learning activities. Recreate classic video games while exploring level design and digital arts concepts. Experience child-friendly software while learning the game development process. Show off the awesome games you create on a special, password-protected website to share with your friends and family! YTH /10121 / Cost: $259Ages 6-8 | CRN 468  | 9 a.m.-Noon  Kids Construction A different project each week of KidCON, so take all three!  The College has fantastic workforce facilities and we want to share them with campers! KidCON is an interactive camp where you become the carpenter. There will be a major emphasis on safety, and proper use of the tools used to make a take home project. You provide the safety goggles and we provide the rest. YTH 10034 / Cost: $268Ages 10-14 | CRN 274 | 1-4 p.m. NEW! LEGO Builders & Creators - Jedi Masters Take all three weeks of LEGO's with a different project each week!  In partnership with Snapology of Newtown Square, our LEGO Builders & Creators camps give kids ages 6-9 a chance to recreate some of their favorite characters, games and worlds in brick form. Throughout the week campers will complete various building challenges, work together with partners on projects and stretch their creativity, problem-solving and imagination muscles.  YTH 10131 / Cost: $219Ages 6-9 | CRN 352 | 1-4 p.m. Beats and Jams: Digital Music Creators Begin your rise to the top of the charts with digital music production! Just like today's top artists, you can design your own beats or remix a mashup of your favorite songs to become a digital composer and sound engineer. In this course, students will learn to produce digital music, record sound, make sound effects, and mix their own tracks. No prior music experience is necessary. Student-created soundtracks will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family YTH 10125/10126 / Cost: $259Ages 11-14 | CRN 299 | 9 a.m.-NoonAges 8-10 | CRN 300 | 1-4 p.m.  NEW! Creative Design and Robotics Jr. Explore, play, and learn with robots! This beginner-friendly class uses a wide variety of fun, hands-on activities to introduce young engineers to the world of robotics. Through unique challenges, kids will stretch their problem-solving muscles to create innovative solutions to simple robotics problems. Explore concepts from the basics of programming robots to more advanced sensors and inputs. Get ready to build, tinker, and explore as you unlock the limitless possibilities of robotics! YTH / / Cost: $259Ages 6-8 | CRN 469 | 1-4 p.m. Arts & Crafts  Come have some fun and meet new friends! Learn about paper mache, watercolor painting, mixed-media drawing and a whole lot more. You will have the opportunity to learn about different artists' life and work by playing games and other fun activities. YTH 10043/10139 / Cost: $199Ages 6-9 | CRN 353 | 9 a.m.-NoonAges 10-13 | CRN 261 | 1-4 p.m.  Calling All Chefs! Come join us for a fun and interactive camp designed for youth ages 6-13! This hands-on camp will teach kitchen safety, skills, etiquette, and of course baking and cooking: from measuring and mixing, to chopping and sauteing, while exploring and creating recipes, get ready for some fun! YTH 10042/10041 / Cost:  $199 Ages 10-13 | CRN 488 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 6-9 | CRN 442 | 1-4 p.m.  Roblox Makers Unlock the power of ROBLOX® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10152/10153/ Cost: $249Ages 11-14 | CRN 470 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 8-10 | CRN 471 | 1-4 p.m. Day in Court - Mock Trial Play the roles of judge, defendant, plaintiff, witness, lawyer, bailiff, or juror in several mock trials. Learn how to make opening and closing statements, how to phrase objections, and how to question witnesses. Pull all your skills together at the end of the week as you participate in a final mock trial based on cases from past national and state-level Mock Trial competitions. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10137/10138 / Cost: $259Ages 8-10 | CRN 371 | 9 a.m.-NoonAges 11-14 | CRN 370 | 1-4 p.m. NEW!  LEGO Builders & Creators - Pokemania Take all three weeks of LEGO's with a different project each week! In partnership with Snapology of Newtown Square, our LEGO Builders & Creators camps give kids ages 6-9 a chance to recreate some of their favorite characters, games and worlds in brick form. Throughout the week campers will complete various building challenges, work together with partners on projects and stretch their creativity, problem-solving and imagination muscles.  YTH 10131 / Cost: $219Ages 6-9 | CRN 472 | 9 a.m.-Noon Calling All Chefs! Come join us for a fun and interactive camp designed for youth ages 6-13! This hands-on camp will teach kitchen safety, skills, etiquette, and of course baking and cooking: from measuring and mixing, to chopping and sauteing, while exploring and creating recipes, get ready for some fun! YTH 10042/10041 / Cost:  $199Ages 6-9 | CRN 362 | 9 a.m.-Noon - CLOSED - FULLAges 10-13 | CRN 361 | 1-4 p.m.  Virtual Reality:  The Future is Now Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, crafting 3D experiences, and learning basic programming concepts. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take the class, but will need access to a mobile device at home. VR projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.  YTH  / Cost: $249Ages 8-10 | CRN 473 | 9 a.m.-NoonAges 11-14 | CRN 474 | 1-4 p.m. Wickline Casting:  Intro to Film & TV This is Wickline Casting’s original course that started 28 years ago.  Your child will work as cast and crew teams in this innovative cool camp. Kids are taught the basic levels of acting, directing, voice-over, operating the camera and working on green screen to allow realistic backgrounds. Script writing, storyboarding and improvisation will also be introduced.  Each day is different as they create fun projects; commercials, film scenes, music videos and public service announcements. A huge benefit of this camp is increasing memory, reading and performance skills, working in teams and confidence-building. They will truly learn the basics of the biz. This camp is designed by casting director, Kathy Wickline, CSA (www.wicklinecasting.com) who holds over 10,000 casting credits in film, commercials and TV. *After camp, all footage is sent to a professional editor. Parents will be emailed an edited digital keepsake. Allow up to 3 months editing. YTH 10033 / Cost: $353Ages 9-13 | CRN 263 | 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Babysitter Training with CPR & First Aid Certification Develop skills that will help you become a responsible, knowledgeable babysitter. This course includes AHA Certification in child and infant CPR, child and infant first aid and child and infant water safety. New sitters will also learn to care and feed infants and toddlers, safe toys, diapering techniques, and how to prevent accidents and handle emergencies. YTH 10107 / Cost: $287Ages 11-14 | CRN 266 | 1-4 p.m. Minecraft® Modders Customize your own Minecraft world and mod the classic game in this one-of-a-kind class. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods. Students will create a wide variety of new elements, gameplay mechanics, and world-generating mods to change the way you play Minecraft. Projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students must have the Java version of Minecraft to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10134/10058 / Cost: $249Ages 11-14 | CRN 475 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 8-10| CRN 476 | 1-4 p.m. Kids Construction  A different project each week of KidCON, so take all three!  The College has fantastic workforce facilities and we want to share them with campers! KidCON is an interactive camp where you become the carpenter. There will be a major emphasis on safety, and proper use of the tools used to make a take home project. You provide the safety goggles and we provide the rest. YTH 10034 / Cost: $268Ages 10-14 | CRN 378 | 1-4 p.m. - CLOSED - FULL LEGO Builders & Creators - Mining & Building Take all three weeks of LEGO's with a different project each week! In partnership with Snapology of Newtown Square, our LEGO Builders & Creators camps give kids ages 6-9 a chance to recreate some of their favorite characters, games and worlds in brick form. Throughout the week campers will complete various building challenges, work together with partners on projects and stretch their creativity, problem-solving and imagination muscles.  YTH 10131 / Cost: $219Ages 6-9 | CRN 477 | 1-4 p.m Arts & Crafts  Come have some fun and meet new friends! Learn about paper mache, watercolor painting, mixed-media drawing and a whole lot more. You will have the opportunity to learn about different artists' life and work by playing games and other fun activities. YTH 10043/10139 / Cost: $199Ages 6-9 | CRN 367 | 9 a.m.-NoonAges 10-13 | CRN 373 | 1-4 p.m. Calling All Chefs! Come join us for a fun and interactive camp designed for youth ages 6-13! This hands-on camp will teach kitchen safety, skills, etiquette, and of course baking and cooking: from measuring and mixing, to chopping and sauteing, while exploring and creating recipes, get ready for some fun! YTH 10042/10041 / Cost:  $199 Ages 10-13 | CRN 490 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 6-9 | CRN 443 | 1-4 p.m.  A.I. Adventures - Intro to Machine Learning Explore the world of artificial intelligence to design fully interactive games and experiences using cutting-edge technology. This program combines artificial intelligence with coding to create an unforgettable learning adventure. Students will construct machine learning models that use image and text recognition within block-based coding software to build projects. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10132/10133 / Cost: $249Ages 11-14 | CRN 354 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 8-10| CRN 355 | 1-4 p.m. Young Investors & Entrepreneurs - CLOSED - FULL Teach your kids the secrets of building financial wealth and security! Whether you want to build the next great American company, become a Wall Street tycoon, or be the millionaire next door by investing wisely - this camp is for you! In this course, you will learn the basics of investing in the stock market, the difference between assets and liabilities, the importance of diversification, and how to evaluate companies. You will also develop your own business plan and present your ideas to your peers to compete for their investments in a mock Shark Tank-style activity. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10136 / Cost: $259Ages 11-14 | CRN 359 | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. LEGO Amusement Park Adventures Engineering Design your own amusement park in this super fun program! Learn how to use LEGO® bricks and other building materials to make coasters and other awesome rides. Can you design the next Disney World? YTH  / Cost: $219Ages 8-11 | CRN 478 | 9 a.m. - Noon Model United Nations Become one of the 400,000 students around the world in Model United Nations! Assume the role of an ambassador and represent your country to solve current world issues. Throughout the week students will research a world problem, develop solutions, and negotiate consensus with their peers. This program teaches teens and tweens core skills such as research, writing, public speaking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Model UN alumni have gone on to become Supreme Court justices, world leaders, lawyers, and business professionals. No prior experience is needed. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10135 / Cost: $259Ages 11-14 | CRN 358 | 9 a.m.-Noon LEGO® Films and Stop Action! Make your LEGOs come to life! Bring in your favorite action figures or LEGOs and create a short film with your friends. Whether you want to recreate a scene from Star Wars or design a world of your own, this class brings your dreams to the screen. Students will need to bring in LEGOs and/or action figures from home, but all other equipment is provided. Student-created films will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH / Cost: $259Ages 6-9 | CRN 479 | 1-4 p.m. Young Coders Every child can code! Develop your skills as a young coder by exploring block coding, JavaScript, and Python concepts while making your own playable mini-games. This introductory coding course is designed to get elementary-aged students excited about technology through a series of hands-on and engaging learning challenges. Student-created games will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH 10168 / Cost: $259Ages 6-9 | CRN 531 | 9 a.m.-Noon Arts & Crafts  Come have some fun and meet new friends! Learn about paper mache, watercolor painting, mixed-media drawing and a whole lot more. You will have the opportunity to learn about different artists' life and work by playing games and other fun activities. YTH 10043/10139 / Cost: $199Ages 6-9 | CRN 372 | 9 a.m.-Noon - CLOSED - FULLAges 10-13 | CRN 529 | 9 a.m.-Noon Calling All Chefs! Come join us for a fun and interactive camp designed for youth ages 6-13! This hands-on camp will teach kitchen safety, skills, etiquette, and of course baking and cooking: from measuring and mixing, to chopping and sauteing, while exploring and creating recipes, get ready for some fun! YTH 10042/10041 / Cost:  $199 Ages 10-13 | CRN 491 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 6-9 | CRN 492 | 1-4 p.m.  ¡Hola, Amigos! Summer Spanish Fun! Campers will build a strong foundation in Spanish through engaging games, songs, and hands-on activities, allowing them to develop essential vocabulary in a fun and interactive way. Campers will learn basic Spanish concepts such as the alphabet, numbers, colors, and common phrases through interactive activities designed to make language learning enjoyable and accessible. By the end of the program, students will feel more confident listening, speaking, and reading in Spanish as they engage in storytelling, vocabulary-building exercises, and interactive discussions to reinforce their learning. YTH 9554/9555 | Cost: $249 Ages 6-9 | CRN 510 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 10-13 | CRN 511 | 1-4 p.m. ROBLOX® Coders Discover the Lua coding language while designing experiences in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! New developers will learn to use Roblox’s Studio software to reimagine the popular game genres with your own custom code! Student-created games will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. YTH  / Cost: $259Ages 8-10 | CRN 268  | 9 a.m.-NoonAges 11-14 | CRN 365 | 1-4 p.m.  3D Game Design with Unity Are you ready to take your game design skills to another level? With Unity, an industry-grade design software, aspiring game designers will learn level editing, 3D modeling, impactful gameplay creation, as well as how to utilize scripts and variables. Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. YTH 10112/10091 / Cost: $249Ages 11-14 | CRN 364 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 8-10| CRN 363 | 1-4 p.m. Digital Photography How do you see the world you in a more visually interesting way? We will be learning how to take photographs using visual themes, focusing on the observation of shapes, colors, camera angles and composition. Each day will have a specific theme in class, and we will shoot pictures based on the theme. *Digital cameras will be available for campers to use, on campus only. Waivers will be issued to campers and parents to sign. Campers may bring their own cameras but are responsible for them. YTH 10110 / Cost: $199Ages 12-16 | CRN 265 | 1-4 p.m. ¡Hola, Amigos! Summer Spanish Fun! Campers will build a strong foundation in Spanish through engaging games, songs, and hands-on activities, allowing them to develop essential vocabulary in a fun and interactive way. Campers will learn basic Spanish concepts such as the alphabet, numbers, colors, and common phrases through interactive activities designed to make language learning enjoyable and accessible. By the end of the program, students will feel more confident listening, speaking, and reading in Spanish as they engage in storytelling, vocabulary-building exercises, and interactive discussions to reinforce their learning. YTH 9554/9555 | Cost: $249 Ages 6-9 | CRN 518 | 9 a.m.-Noon Ages 10-13 | CRN 517 | 1-4 p.m. NEW! Young Game Designers Updated! App Attack: Cloud Game Creators Build game apps you can play everywhere and anywhere using a web-based development tool. Learn in-demand skills like programming events and coding controls for a touch screen or keyboard and mouse. Finish by personalizing levels and characters with your own design. Now you are ready to upload your games to the Black Rocket cloud arcade and play on any mobile device or computer. Games can easily be shared with friends and family! YTH 10117/10118/ Cost: $249Ages 11-14 | CRN 480| 9 a.m.-NoonAges 8-10 | CRN 481 | 1-4 p.m.  Kids Construction A different project each week of KidCON, so take all three! The College has fantastic workforce facilities and we want to share them with campers! KidCON is an interactive camp where you become the carpenter. There will be a major emphasis on safety, and proper use of the tools used to make a take home project. You provide the safety goggles and we provide the rest. YTH 10034 / Cost: $268Ages 10-14 | CRN 275 | 1-4 p.m. Babysitter Training with CPR& First Aid Certification Develop skills that will help you become a responsible, knowledgeable babysitter. This course includes AHA Certification in child and infant CPR, child and infant first aid and child and infant water safety. New sitters will also learn to care and feed infants and toddlers, safe toys, diapering techniques, and how to prevent accidents and handle emergencies. YTH 10107 / Cost: $287 Ages 11-14 | CRN 381 | 1 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. YouTube® Content Creators Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on-camera presence, your own channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. YTH 10071/10142 / Cost: $249Ages 8-10 | CRN 376 | 9 a.m. - NoonAges 11-14 | CRN 377 | 1-4 p.m. Calling All Chefs! Come join us for a fun and interactive camp designed for youth ages 6-13! This hands-on camp will teach kitchen safety, skills, etiquette, and of course baking and cooking: from measuring and mixing, to chopping and sauteing, while exploring and creating recipes, get ready for some fun! YTH 10042/10041 / Cost:  $199 Ages 6-9 | CRN 380 | 1-4 p.m. - CLOSED - FULLAges 10-13 | CRN 379 | 9 a.m.-Noon - CLOSED - FULL Wickline Casting’s: Acting for The Camera This camp is designed by local casting director, Kathy Wickline, CSA (www.wicklinecasting.com) who holds over 10,000 casting credits in film, commercials and TV. It is perfect for the aspiring young ‘actors’ in your household.  It is here they will be taught real auditioning skills by working with scripts for commercials and film readings.  Your child will work on how to personalize characters and follow direction, block for camera and read with their ‘co-stars’.  Voice over will also be introduced.  Improvisation and ad-libbing (off the script) will be taught as a basis of making acting choices and trusting their instincts. A huge benefit of this camp is increasing memory, reading skills and confidence.  *After camp, all footage is sent to a professional editor. Parents will be emailed an edited digital keepsake . Allow up to 3 months editing. YTH 10063 / Cost: $353Ages 9-13 | CRN 262 | 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Project Management

The College has partnered with the Project Management Institute-Delaware Valley Chapter (PMI-DVC) to offer courses to prepare you for certification in project management. These certifications recognize your project management knowledge, skills and abilities and demonstrate your project management expertise and professional experience.Members of PMI-Delaware Valley Chapter receive an exclusive discount on the course fees. To join, please visit pmi.org/membership/join. Note: PMP, CAPM, and PMBOK are registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.Course Combo: Enroll in both the Foundations in Project Management and the PMP Exam Prep courses at the same time and receive an additional $200 discount. Guarantee: Enrollees who take the PMP exam and do not pass may retake the Exam Prep course (limit one repeat).Study groups for the PMP and CAPM exams are free for members of PMI-DVC and anyone who takes a PMI-DVC exam prep course. Study groups meet two evenings a week for five weeks. The study groups start shortly after the spring and fall exam prep courses end. For more information please visit pmi-dvc.org/education/study-groups.The PMP Exam is based on PMBOK 7 + The Agile Practice Guide.  Both PMBOK 7 and The Agile Practice guide are FREE for members of PMI.  It is highly recommended for students in the PMP Exam Prep course to have both in their possession. The PMP Exam Prep course described below was specifically prepared by PMI to prepare students for the new PMP Exam. For more information or to register, please call 610-723-4010 or email Mary McClatchy.  Foundations in Project Management Length: 28 hours Cost: Members = $895 / Non-Members = $1,140 New to project management and need to ramp up your skills in a hurry? New to project management and need to ramp up your skills in a hurry? If so then this is the course for you. You will learn a good bit about everything project management. The course starts with why and how projects get started. Then it goes into the planning basics of scope, schedule and budget and how to create a project plan. You will also see how to manage a project team and manage risk.Our instructors are all PMP-certified practitioners with experience in a variety of professions and who possess numerous academic credentials. This 28-hour course provides an in-depth review of project management principles and provides a proven and sound foundation of project management basics, practical examples and exercises to mimic real life.This course will help students increase their knowledge and confidence to be successful in managing projects of all sizes and complexities. Students will be able to immediately apply what they learn on the job.The course aligns with the current PMP Exam Content Outline. The hours that you spend taking this course can be applied to the 35-hour education requirement needed to sit for the PMP Exam. Students will need to acquire all class material before the first class session Purchase either print or electronic version of:- Project Management: The Managerial Process 8th Edition- Erik Larson and Clifford GrayAfter registration you will receive Instructions to get:- Free Download of the PDF Foundation materials based on the Larson Gray Book- Free Download Student workbook Register Now Dates: May 3-May 31 Times: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Location: Zoom Bundle and Save CAPM Bundle Registration Includes: Foundation Membership CAPM Testing Register Now PMP Bundle Registration Includes: Foundation Membership PMP Testing Register Now PMP® Exam Prep - 35 Hours Length: 35 hours Cost: Members = $1140 / Non-Members = $1455 This intense, 35-hour preparation course contains five modules that immerse you in real-world scenarios, representing various industries and project management situations to help you practice applying principles and concepts at work. This course meets the 35-hour requirement to apply to take the PMP Exam and is intended for those who are experienced in project management (3 years for those with a four-year degree, 5 years for those with secondary education diploma or equivalent) and who have already taken project a management course. The focus is on how best to prepare, study for, and take the PMP credential examination. A review of material normally covered in the exam will be presented. Successful completion of this course ensures that students will meet the 35-hour education requirement in order to apply for and take the exam and that their Education will not be subject to content audit.Electronic version of required course material is included in the cost of the course, along with hardcopy of the supporting book.  Hardcopy will be shipped to the address provided at registration. Registrations within a week before the first class, will not receive hardcopy in time for the first class.  Length: 35 hours Dates: July 12-August 16Times: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location: Zoom Register Now Bundle and Save Bundle Registration Includes: Foundation Membership PMP Testing Register Now Microsoft Project: Introduction COM 1801 / Length: 12 hours Cost: $235 If you need to complete a project on time and within budget, find out how to use Microsoft Project to do it. Learn all the tools you need to manage your project using the most popular project management software, Microsoft Project. Learn how to develop and maintain a project schedule (Gantt Chart). This class is taught “hands on” in a computer lab and also features the most popular project management methodology from the Project Management Institute (PMI). Windows Operating System Required. CAPM® Exam Prep- 24 Hours Length: 24 hours Cost: Members = $770 / Non-Members = $980 Are you new to Project Management and looking to get certified? The CAPM certification might be perfect for you! Unlike PMP, it doesn't require prior Project Management experience. Our 24-hour preparation course fulfills the 23-hour eligibility requirement for the CAPM Exam. Ideal for beginners or those with insufficient practical experience for the PMP Exam, out course focuses on the best preparation, study, and test-taking strategies for the CAPM certification exam. Length: 24 hours Dates: June 7-28Times: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Register Now Bundle and Save Bundle Registration Includes: Foundation Membership CAPM Testing Register Now PMP Exam Prep Study Group If you are studying for your Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and are looking for additional support, the PMI-Delaware Valley Chapter welcomes you to sign up for the 5-week Study Group session. This study group will allow you to work with the other chapter members and qualified PMP recipients to enhance your ability to pass the PMP certification exam.  Membership required. Times: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Zoom Education Partner Link Winter Dates Apr 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, May 1, 6 and 8 CAPM Exam Prep Study Group If you are studying for your Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification and are looking for additional support, the PMI-Delaware Valley Chapter welcomes you to sign up for the 5-week Study Group session. Membership required. Times: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Zoom Education Partner Link Winter Dates Feb 24, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24

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Immaculata University - Dual Admissions Agreement

The Dual Admissions (DA) program with Immaculata University guarantees admission into a parallel bachelor's program with junior status. To be eligible for guaranteed acceptance, students must graduate from DCCC with an A.A., A.S., A.A.S., or A.F.A. degree. Students could apply to the College of Undergraduate Studies as a full-time student or through the College of LifeLong Learning as a full-time or part-time student.  The BSN program is not included in this agreement.  Please refer to the full agreement found in Transfer Check.   To enroll, students must complete an Intent to Enroll form before earning 30 college credits.   Students must earn a minimum 2.00 GPA (higher for certain majors) and only credits from courses with grades of "C" or higher will transfer. A maximum of 64 credits may transfer to the College of Undergraduate Studies and up to 72 credits for the College of LifeLong Learning.  The application fee will be waived. Once accepted, students have the opportunity to enroll at Immaculata University within one year of graduation from DCCC as long as they have not attended any other institutions following graduation.   Scholarship amounts through the College of Undergraduate Studies: (based upon cumulative GPA from all post-secondary institutions attended) (dated 2013) Dean's Scholarship3.70 - 4.00 $10,000 - $11,500/yearFaculty Scholarship2.00 - 3.69$5,000 - $8,000//year Students entering the College of LifeLong Learning will be provided a reduced tuition rate

Dialogues Diversity Series 2024-25

Community Colleges: A Pathway to the American Dream - Panel Discussion  with Jorge Duchini, Victoria Hernandez and Evelyn Lara Tuesday, September 17 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | In person at Pennocks Bridge Center; Livestream at all other College locations A panel discussion on education in the Latinx community, including the barriers and available pathways to success. Hear from DCCC alum Evelyn Lara, Victoria Hernandez, from Esperanza Academy Charter High school and Jorge Duchini, a prominent member of the Southern Chester County Latinx community and board member on several community boards.  For those attending virtually, please register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link**After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Raise Your Bar: Sports | Life | Beyond with Erick Woods Wednesday, October 2 | 10:10-11:05 a.m. | Marple Campus, Academic Building, Large Auditorium | Livestream Hear from the dynamic Erick Woods, Director of Student-Athlete Development at St. Joseph’s University, former high school and college basketball coach and Division 1 student-athlete. Based on his work with student-athletes, Woods will deliver a motivational talk on how we can push our own bounds to achieve whatever we set our minds to. His trademark motto, “Raise Your Bar” proposes five pillars for success:  Academic Success Leadership Mentality Skill and Strength Development Next Level Transitioning Social Media Awareness This event is open to all, both in person and virtually. Join us!For those attending virtually, please register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link**After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Through a partnership between DCCC’s Dialogues for Diversity Speaker Series and the Women’s Empowerment Initiative, we’re honored to host Patrice Banks, founder and CEO of Girls Auto Clinic! Tuesday, October 8 | 10 - 11 a.m. | Marple Campus, Academic Building, Large Auditorium | Livestream Located in Upper Darby, the Girls Auto Clinic is a growing community of women and girls who are redefining the automotive world on their own terms. Banks’s success as an entrepreneur, mechanic, engineer, author, speaker and visionary is empowering women to have an equal voice and role in all aspects of the auto industry and beyond. Moderated by Dr. Adriana Bohm, join us to hear Banks’s story and a lively Q&A. For those attending virtually, please register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link**After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. William Penn, the Lenni Lenape and the Collapse of the Peaceable Kingdom with Barry Lee (Munsee), Dr. Kevin Cahill, W. Ronald Williams, and Professor Jeffrey LaMonica  Wednesday, November 6 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Marple Campus, Academic Building, Large Auditorium | Livestream Hear from DCCC professors Cahill and LaMonica, joined by W. Ronald Williams and Barry Lee, board director and director, respectively, of the Circle Legacy Center, an organization to promote and assist the Native Americans in the Southeast, Pa. region. For those attending virtually, please register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link**After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Documentary Screening: "Pardon Me": Social Workers and the  Community's Role in Disrupting the Criminal Justice System This event will include an introduction by Shuja Moore, director of the documentary, and a Q&A following the documentary screening Tuesday, December 10 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Marple Campus, Academic Building, Large Auditorium | Livestream Having a criminal record as a returning citizen can feel like a life sentence. Discriminatory practices against people who have been impacted by the criminal justice system has been a human rights issue for far too long. Help us raise awareness on Human Rights Day by joining us for the documentary “Pardon Me,” providing a comprehensive look at how a pardon can serve as a powerful legal mechanism to erase a person’s criminal past.  Through personal narratives, “Pardon Me” highlights the broader societal implications, including the collateral consequences that affect thousands of families and communities across the United States. For those attending virtually, please register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link**After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.