Services for Students

SCC provides a variety of student support services to help each individual thrive and succeed in college.

Academic Advising

Academic Advising is a process in which the student and assigned academic advisor meet to establish pathways that are consistent with the student’s career, academic and personal goals. Academic advisors are available to provide students with guidance in the areas of course selection and registration; educational planning; campus support services; graduation requirements and much more! Establishing a partnership between the advisor and student is crucial to each student’s success. Therefore, it is a requirement that each student contact his/her advisor each term before registering for classes.

Academic advisors maintain scheduled office hours each term. Any student who needs to change a class schedule, drop or add a course, withdraw from the College, or ask any additional questions about courses should contact their assigned academic advisor. Contact can be made via Self Service (plan and request review), SCC email address or telephone number. Advisor assignments can be found in AVISO.

AIM Center

SCC’s AIM Center is a valuable resource for qualified Career Technical Education (CTE) students who need financial assistance with books, child care, city bus passes and educational supplies. Students receiving assistance from Student Disability Services, students from economically disadvantaged families (including low-income youth and adults), students preparing for non-traditional fields, single parents (including single pregnant women), English learners (homes in which English is the second language), homeless Individuals, youth who are in or have aged out of the foster care system, and youth with parents on active duty in the armed forces. Students enrolled in Associate of Arts or Associate of Science programs are not eligible. The AIM Center is funded through the Strengthening Career and Technical in the 21st Century Act (Perkins V). For more information, including contact email, phone number and hours, visit the AIM Center website at https://www.sccsc.edu/services/AIM.php.

Alumni Association

The SCC Alumni Connection seeks to keep graduates of Spartanburg Community College connected to the college, each other, and resources for continuing education and career advancement. Monthly Newsletters with campus events, upcoming speaker series, and Alumni Spotlights are sent to all members with valid email addresses. Join online at https://www.sccsc.edu/foundation/alumni.php.

Bookstore (The Book Inn)

The Book Inn, the SCC bookstore, is located in the Dan L. Terhune Student Services Building. Normal operating hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Book Inn’s telephone number is (864) 592-4650. The purpose of the book store is to provide the required course materials and supplies to support the academic programs of the College. The bookstore offers textbooks, school supplies, electronics, and culinary uniforms, as well as college logo sportswear, bookbags and gifts. For textbook prices and lists of term offerings refund policies, registration operating hours, and to order on-line, visit the Book Inn’s website at https://bookstore.sccsc.edu.

Textbook Buy Back - The Book Inn offers in store buyback at the end of each semester. A book company representative will be available to purchase textbooks from students. You can sell back books anytime using our Online Buyback site at https://sccbookinn.valorebooks.com.

Book Inn Refund Policy - Standard Return Policy for all items (includes course materials after extended return period) - Returns are accepted within 5 business days of purchase.

You must have your receipt. All items must be in new condition and unopened. This includes Electronics, eBooks/Codes, and shrink-wrapped textbooks. Opened Laptops are non-refundable. Refunds will be given back to the original purchase method.

For up to date information, please visit the website at https://bookstore.sccsc.edu.

Bulletin Boards

Bulletin boards and/or designated posting areas are provided on Spartanburg Community College campuses to advertise approved college and community-sponsored events and activities, SCC student and employee classifieds, and college-wide announcements. Flyers are not allowed on walls, windows, doors, restroom stalls, vehicles or other campus locations unless otherwise pre-approved by the Student Life Office. All items must be reviewed and approved by the designated Student Life representative on each campus. Bulletin board posting guidelines, board locations and representatives granting review and approval to post items are available in the following offices:

• Giles Campus: Jessica Schlosser, (864) 592-4424, schlosserj@sccsc.edu; Powers Building, Student HUB.
• Cherokee County Campus: Cynthia Duncan, (864) 206-2700, duncanc@sccsc.edu, Harvey S. Peeler, Jr. Academic Building, Room 125.
• Downtown Campus: Joan Fisher, (864) 592-4052, fisherj@sccsc.edu, Evans Academic Center, room 144E.
• Tyger River Campus: Jenny Whitaker, (864) 592-6206, whitakerj@sccsc.edu, Tyger River Building, room 209
• Union County Campus: Melissa Youngblood, (864) 466-1064, youngbloodm@sccsc.edu, room 113

Career Services

The Career Services Office provides a comprehensive program to support the student’s vocational choice and success in transitioning into the world of work. Services include providing information about local workforce needs; linking the College’s academic and career programs to business and industry needs; disseminating information about full- time, part-time, temporary and summer employment opportunities via an electronic job board; and providing support for job-readiness skills and resume preparation. For more information, call (864) 592-4820 or visit the website at https://www.sccsc.edu/ services/career/.

Computers and Internet Access

Computers and Internet access are provided as resources to students. Computers are available for use in the library areas on all campuses and in some “open” computer labs. Wi-fi access is also available on all campuses. Use of computers and the Internet should be consistent with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the College as an educational and socially responsible institution within the community. Individuals abusing these resources are subject to the normal disciplinary action. Broad areas of abuse include, but are not limited to, criminal activity, personal profit, displaying harassing or obscene material and copyright violations. Access to these resources is a finite resource and can be limited by the College as it deems necessary.

Copiers

There are coin-operated copiers for student use in the campus libraries at Giles (color copier), Downtown and Cherokee County Campuses. There is also a copier available in the Hull building hallway outside the TLC on the Giles Campus.

Counseling Services

There is no health without mental health! Just as Chasers would expect to receive medical attention when our body has sickness or disease, we should expect to receive services when our brain has a chemical imbalance or when we need additional support for mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Some mental illnesses are like when you get a cold or the flu-you need a brief time of care to handle it and get over it, and other issues are ongoing and need more attention. 

College is a time of adjustment and transition, and it is not uncommon to have a mental health challenge during this time. One in four people has a mental health challenge at some point in their lives-and in any given year, 20% of the population has experienced a mental illness. The most common time for those to surface is by the age of 24. If you experience a mental health challenge, you are not alone! It is common-and treatable. 

1. Faculty, staff, or students can refer using the referral form. The student should be informed about the referral if at all possible. The student ID number is helpful. Those forms go directly to our counselors on-site from the Department of Mental Health. Please visit your private student account in the MySCC Portal to connect with SCC Counseling Services. All information is confidential.
2. Students can receive up to three sessions with the costs waived. If a student has insurance, they need to provide that information after the initial intake appointment so insurance can be billed.
3. If a student has no insurance or has insurance and does not want it to be billed due to privacy concerns, the student can identify as a self-pay and receive those first three sessions at no cost to them. (Those costs are covered by SCC and DMH.)
4. After three sessions, students should expect to pay a copay if they have insurance or should apply for financial assistance with the Department of Mental Health and receive a possible fee reduction based on income. Costs tend to be very affordable. Investment in your well-being is important!
5. If students cannot afford to pay the full amount of their services, they can continue with DMH services as long as they are making small payments on their accounts. DMH does not deny services based on financial reasons. 

D2L Brightspace

D2L Brightspace is SCC’s learning management system used to access online, synchronous, flex, and hybrid courses. D2L Brightspace provides students access to course syllabi, online readings, multimedia, links to related Internet sites, calendars and online tests and grades. Students can interact with instructors through e-mail, instant messaging, theVirtual Classroom, and online discussions. SCCOnline, our distance learning office, administers and supports D2L.

All students have access to the Online Learning Tutorial course to help familiarize them with D2L Brightspace tools and strategies for success in online courses. SCCOnline provides technical support, orientation and training for students and faculty who use D2L Brightspace.

How to Log into D2L Brightspace:

1. Go to the SCC website at https://www.sccsc.edu
2. Click on MySCC Portal.
3. Click Log into MySCC Portal.
4. Enter your SCC username (WebID) and password.
5. Click on the D2L Brightspace link under Campus Applications.
6. When the D2L homepage appears, select your course from the My Courses area.
7. Essential course information such as the syllabus, instructor addendum, and course policies can be accessed by clicking Content and selecting the Start Here module from the table of contents.

Online courses require access to a Windows or Macintosh computer and a reliable high- speed Internet connection. D2L Brightspace also supports access on smartphones, tablets, and Chromebooks, but there may be incompatibilities with some course content, assignment, and online testing systems. Students should not take online tests using a smartphone due to the small screen size.

Some tests given through D2L Brightspace may be proctored. The instructor will notify students whether these will be taken in the SCC Testing Center or through the Honorlock online proctoring system. Honorlock allows students to take proctored exams from home in a quiet place, free of distractions, similar to the Testing Center. Students are recorded while taking an Honorlock test, and an online proctor may intervene if there is a problem. A webcam and microphone are required.

The Help menu provides easy access to support for D2L Brightspace and other technologies used for online learning. The SCCOnline website (https://www.sccsc.edu/schoolslist/ scconline/index.php) provides links to information about online courses, technical requirements, and technical support. You may also contact SCCOnline at (864) 592-4961, (888) 364-9080 (toll free), or e-mail scconline@sccsc.edu.

Food Pantry

Located on the Giles Campus, in the Jack A. Power Building, Suite C (behind the Student HUB), the SCC Student Food Pantry serves to fight hunger and food insecurity by providing basic nutritional food for any student, faculty, or staff member in times of need. The food pantry is supported by efforts through the United Way with additional resources on and off campus that promote overall well-being. For additional information, please contact the Americorps Vista who oversees the pantry at sccpantry@gmail.com.

Group Study Rooms

Because we know learning happens when students collaborate, SCC has established a number of group study rooms around our campuses where students can study or work together on group projects. Most group study rooms can be reserved no more than one week in advance, but otherwise they are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Most rooms have a large display with a computer, a large table and whiteboard. Each campus library has several available. Other rooms are available on the Giles Campus in the Student Hub Center (Powers Building), Hull Building rooms E47D and Health Science Building room 301. Contact Mark Roseveare, Dean of Learning Resources, rosevearem@sccsc.edu or (864) 592-4763, for more information or to provide feedback on this service.

Health Services

The College does not provide comprehensive health services. In emergency situations, responding campus security may provide first aid until local emergency first responders arrive on site. Contact campus security at (864) 592-4911 or ext. 4911 if using a College campus phone for assistance as needed.

Identification Cards

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Lactation Support

The College provides clean, private rooms for students, employees and guest having a necessity to express breastmilk while in the campus community. The lactation rooms are available on a first-come, first available basis. The contact information to gain access to building specific room is posted on or near the door of that room. The campus, building, and room locations are:

• Giles: Ledbetter Rm. 285, Health Sciences Rm. 340
• Cherokee: L. Hoke Parris Rm. 119, Peeler Academic Rm. 225
• Downtown: Evans Academic Center Rm. 229
• Tyger River: Tiger River Building Rm. 111
• Union: Rm. 118

Library

The SCC Library helps students reach their academic, personal, and professional goals by providing access to high-quality, relevant information resources and by providing an information literacy program that teaches students how to find, evaluate, and use information. The Library’s resources include access to books, eBooks, journals, magazines, research databases, videos, and more. In addition, the Library provides assistance with research assignments, formatting, citations, and computer usage. Assistance is available in-person at any of our locations, by phone, or via our Ask-A-Librarian email/chat service. The Library also supports student success through providing a supportive learning environment, where students have space to study and work, as well as access to equipment such as computers, printers, etc.

The Library’s three locations are:

• Giles Campus, first floor of the Library Learning Resource Center
• Cherokee County Campus, first floor of the Peeler Academic Building
• Downtown Campus, second floor of the Evans Academic Center

Each campus features reading/work space, study rooms, computers, scanners, AV equipment, photocopier, and print collection, as well as access to a large electronic collection of databases and eBooks (SCC log in required). Print materials at each campus are geared towards each campus’ needs; however, materials may be requested for next- day transfer between any SCC campus. Materials that the SCC library does not own may be borrowed from partner libraries across the state and the country, via our various consortium memberships.

For further information regarding the Library’s services or resources, including operating hours, please visit the Library’s website at: https://libguides.sccsc.edu/home; email askalibrarian@ sccsc.edu; or call (864) 592-4764 or 1-866-542-2779.

Lost and Found

The College operates a lost and found service, located in the campus police office. 

• Giles Campus - Campus Security
• Cherokee County Campus - Library
• Tyger River Campus - Rhonda Johns
• Downtown Campus - Joan Fisher
• Union Campus - Melissa Youngblood

New Student Orientation

SCC’s New Student Orientation (NSO) is a valuable tool that introduces students to the variety of programs, support services, resources and campus locations available at the College. NSO is required for all new and re-enrolling students. Students are able to fulfill this requirement by attending an in-person option prior to the start of classes.

SCC Foundation

The SCC Foundation has resources available to help students cover higher education costs and financial emergencies including tuition scholarships, textbook funds, emergency funding, and more. Some opportunities have deadlines for application while others are available year-round. Eligibility criteria may apply. To learn more, contact Charm Lowe at (864)592-4624 or sccfoundation@sccsc.edu.

SCCOnline

SCCOnline, the College’s online distance learning program, offers a variety of online courses (over 150 sections each semester) to students, as well as the Associate in Arts degree program and the Accounting Specialist certificate program completely online.

Online courses allow students to take classes at home or on the go over the Internet, while balancing work, family, or military obligations. Students do not meet together at a specific time, but do have deadlines for assignments, tests, and other activities. These classes are ideal for students who need a flexible schedule and are independent learners. Online courses have section numbers in the schedule of classes that end in “N.”

Hybrid courses combine fewer on-campus class meetings with online learning. This provides the best aspects of online and in-classroom instruction. Hybrid courses have section numbers in the schedule of classes that end in”H.” The on-campus meeting times are listed and attendance is required.

Synchronous courses meet live over the Internet at specific times using a student’s computer, webcam, and microphone (USB headset strongly recommended). Like a traditional classroom course, there will be activities and assignments outside of the class meeting times, which will be completed online. Synchronous courses have section numbers in the schedule of classes that end in “S.” The live meeting times are listed and attendance is required.

Flex courses meet at designated times, with some students in the classroom and others participating over live video with a webcam and headset. The instructor may rotate students between the two on a schedule or offer an option to attend only in-person or only remotely. Attendance is required at the time listed on the course schedule. Flex courses have section numbers in the schedule of classes that end in “F.”

Courses offered by SCCOnline cover the same material as traditional courses taught in the classroom. Most SCCOnline courses require some proctored exams taken through the SCC Testing Center, other approved testing sites, or an online proctoring service. Online students have access to all student services, including virtual tutoring through the Rita Allison TLC, online books and research services through the Library, the Career Center, and Student Disability Services.

Some students choose to pursue an entire degree online, while others choose to take both online and on-campus courses to reach their educational goals. SCCOnline courses are included in the college course schedule, and the registration process is the same as the programs and courses offered on-campus. Required textbooks, supplies, and technology for online courses may be ordered online through the Book Inn.

For more information about online course offerings and support for online students, visit the SCCOnline web site at www.sccsc.edu/online or contact the SCCOnline office at (864) 592-4961, toll free 1-888-364-9080, or send e-mail to scconline@sccsc.edu.

Student Disability Services

This office serves as an advocate for students with disabilities who self-identify and provide supporting documentation when required, ensuring that they have equal access to all College programs and services. Students with disabilities who may need reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids and services (such as note-takers, testing accommodations and ASL interpreters) are encouraged to inform an admissions specialist or contact the coordinator of student disability services prior to the beginning of the term for which they are requesting accommodations or services. Students are encouraged to register early so any approved accommodation plan can be developed in a timely manner. For more information, contact Joshua Holmes, Coordinator of Student Disability Services at (864) 592-4818, email disabilityservices@sccsc.edu or visit the office located on the Giles Campus in the P. Dan Hull Building in office suite 4. For detailed information regarding registering with Student Disability Services, forms and student resources, visit the Student Disability Services webpage at https://www.sccsc.edu/services/sds/index.php.

Student HUB

The Student HUB is a place for students to engage with others, find student resources, or simply relax between, before or after classes. The purpose of the Student HUB is to promote a sense of community and connection through both organized and informal activities. Located in the Jack A. Powers Building, C-wing, the Student HUB is open Monday through Friday with hours of operation posted each semester. Student HUB activities are posted regularly on the student portal, bulletin boards and through college sponsored social media.

Student Life

The College considers student engagement and involvement to be a vital part of the educational process. Students are encouraged to participate in activities that stress leadership and training, service to the College and community, personal and professional development, the experience of sharing interests, and the opportunity to interact with those from different cultural backgrounds. The College sponsors many extracurricular activities during the year and encourages student participation in these programs. Opportunities for involvement in campus and community life are posted through MySCC Portal (Student Life tab) and various channels of campus communication throughout the academic year. For more information, visit the Student Life website at https://www.sccsc.edu/student-life/index.php.

Success Coaches

Success Coaches serve as mentors and work with students throughout their time at SCC. Coaches work directly with students to identify obstacles that may be barriers to their academic success, and help strategize solutions and next-steps. Some of the topics discussed may include:

• Study Strategies: how to effectively study, take notes, and keep organized
• Time Management: how to balance work, school, and other responsibilities
• Self-Awareness: helping students identify their strengths, purpose and goals
• Campus Engagement and Resources: identifying opportunities and resources on campus and helping students make those connections

Telephones

Courtesy TDD’s for the hearing impaired are located in the P. Dan Hull Building, Jack A. Powers Building, James P. Ledbetter Building, and in the Tracy Gaines Learning Resource Center.

Calls for Students: Class interruptions are discouraged. Students are contacted only under emergency conditions. See section on emergencies. Calls for students are handled by Student Records Office during the day. Admissions or evening services will coordinate calls received at night. Calling the main SCC number, (864) 592-4600, will connect you with the appropriate department.

Contacting Students for Emergencies: Classes are only interrupted in the case of emergency, usually health or safety related. If the caller does not wish to divulge the nature of the emergency it is difficult to determine the appropriate response. If student records is unable to contact the division, campus policy/security will attempt to contact the student. The student may be asked to come immediately to the Student Records Office or may be given a written message depending on the urgency. After 5:00 p.m., evening services will also be asked to help locate the student.

Testing Center

The SCC Testing Center provides faculty and students a convenient, secure, and low distraction environment conducive to a positive testing experience. Located in the P. Dan Hull Building (room PDH-3) on the Giles campus, the Testing Center offers a range of assessment services including make-up testing and proctored testing for online students at SCC as well as those from other colleges nationally. Hours of operation for the Giles Campus are posted in the Testing Center each semester and on the website. Appointments are not required at the Giles Campus. Comparable testing services are also available for SCC students at the SCC Cherokee County Campus (call 864-206-2713), SCC Downtown Campus (call 864- 592- 4076), SCC Tyger River Campus (call 864-592-6190) and SCC Union County Campus (call 864-466-1060), all by appointment. For more information, visit the Testing Center website at https://www.sccsc.edu/services/ testing-center/index.php.

The Rita Allison Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC, which provides tutoring services for students, is located in the P. Dan Hull Building in rooms PDH-2, 5 and 6 on the Giles Campus, The Rita Allison Learning Center (TLC) at SCC combines several student support functions in a convenient, centralized location. TLC offers students free academic support via one- on-one and group tutorials in many academic subjects. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins are assisted on a first-come basis.TLC provides academic tutoring in mathematics, English, accounting, American Sign Language, Spanish, computer applications and the sciences.TLC also provides 74 computers for academic use, equipped with Microsoft Office software, course-specific software, and high-speed Internet connections with access to library databases. “Ask-A-Tutor” allows online students to submit papers or questions to tutors through email at askatutor@sccsc.edu. Tutoring services are also available at the other SCC campuses. Information about free virtual tutoring is also listed on the TLC portal page. For more information and operating hours, visit the TLC page under the support services tab in the SCC Portal or contact the TLC at (864) 592-4715 or (864) 592-4968​.

Transitional Studies

The Transitional Studies Department offers developmental courses in reading and writing. These courses are designed to help students acquire additional skills and discipline in order to be successful in curriculum courses. The department also offers non-degree credit mathematics, reading and writing courses, First-Year Experience, and Students in Transition Courses. Courses are typically offered both day and evening. Many courses are offered in lecture, mixture and online formats. Students receive excellent instruction and support from instructors and are encouraged to visit the Tutorial Learning Center for additional assistance.

Developmental Courses

Developmental courses are structured for students who score at or above the minimum entrance scores on college placement exams (ASSET, COMPASS, or ACCUPLACER) but below program entrance requirements. Developmental courses (courses with the number 032 and 100) carry institutional credit, but cannot be used to satisfy program requirements for graduation. Students who place into two or more developmental disciplines are required to take College Skills (COL 103) in place of COL 101 in their program of study. To move into curriculum programs, developmental courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

Non-Degree Credit Courses

Non-degree credit courses are designed to help students further enhance their academic abilities. These courses serve as a “bridge” from developmental courses to curriculum courses. Non-degree credit courses have a course number of 100. Some students place directly into non-degree credit courses based on their college placement scores (COMPASS, ASSET or ACCUPLACER). These courses may or may not be credited toward graduation for a diploma or certificate program, but they cannot be credited toward graduation for a degree program. The Science Department offers non-degree credit courses in biology and chemistry for students who did not complete biology or chemistry with a grade of C or better in high school. Some students will need to take these courses to meet curriculum entry requirements.

College Success Courses

College Skills (COL 103) and College Orientation (COL 101) courses are designed to help students gain the skills needed to be successful college students. COL 101 is required in most programs of study.

Transitional Studies Department Includes:

• COL 101 College Orientation
• COL 103 College Skills
• ENG 032    Developmental English
• ENG 100    Introduction to Composition
• MAT 100    Introductory College Math
• MAT 152    Elementary Algebra (4-day per week format; equivalent to MAT 101)
• MAT 153    Elementary Algebra II
• RDG 032    Developmental Reading
• RDG 100    Critical Reading
• RWR 100  Integrated Transitional Reading and English (Non-Degree Credit)

TRIO Student Support Services (TRIO SSS)

TRIO Student Support Services, TRIO SSS, is a federally funded program that is designed to help students stay in school, graduate with college degrees and continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges and universities. This program falls under the SCC’s Student Affairs Division.

To help students succeed academically, TRIO SSS activities focus on students’ individual learning needs. TRIO SSS not only helps students succeed at the associate degree level, but also offers a variety of transfer-related services to encourage students to further their education by transferring to four-year colleges and universities.

The goals of TRIO SSS are to help students stay in school, graduate with college degrees, and continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges and universities. TRIO SSS offers many academic-related services such as tutoring, assistance with study skills, college transfer planning, advising, campus visits to four-year colleges and universities, personal counseling, peer mentoring, assistance with career development needs, financial/ economic literacy information, cultural enrichment activities and leadership development.

TRIO SSS has limited enrollment and students must meet certain eligibility criteria to become participants.

To be eligible for TRIO SSS students must:

• Be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in an associate degree program at SCC
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible for federal student financial aid
• Be working on his or her first college degree AND
• Meet at least one of the following eligibility requirements:
• Be a first generation college student (neither parent has a four-year college degree or the custodial parent in a single-parent family does not have a four-year college degree) OR
• Currently reside in an economically disadvantaged household (TRIO SSS will help you determine if you meet this criteria) OR
• Have a documented disability verified by a licensed or certified professional (physician, LPC, LCSW, etc.).
• Additional eligibility criteria may also apply. TRIO SSS staff is available to answer any questions an individual may have regarding his or her eligibility for the program.

Students must complete an application to be considered for participation in the TRIO Student Support Services Program. Applications may be obtained from the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) office (P. Dan Hull Building - E-44 of the Hull Building on the Giles Campus) or download from https://www.sccsc.edu/services/TRIO/index.php. Also completed applications can be mailed to Spartanburg Community College TRIO Student Support Services, P.O. Box 4386, Spartanburg, SC 29305. Once an application is submitted, TRIO Student Support Services staff will contact you to discuss your eligibility and the remaining steps in the application process.

For more information, contact the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program by phone at (864) 592-4780, by email at trio-sss@sccsc.edu or visit the TRIO webpage at https://www.sccsc.edu/services/TRIO/index.php.

TRIO Talent Search

The TRIO Talent Search program identifies and assists individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to succeed in higher education.  The program provides academic, career, and financial counseling to its participants and encourages them to graduate from high school and continue on to and complete their postsecondary education.  The program publicizes the availability of financial aid and assists participants with the postsecondary application process.  Talent Search also encourages persons who have not completed educational programs at the secondary or postsecondary level to enter or reenter and complete postsecondary education.  The goal of Talent Search is to increase the number of youths from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school to enroll in and complete their postsecondary education.

Spartanburg Community College operates the Talent Search program at its Cherokee Campus.  The target area is Cherokee County, SC and the target schools are Gaffney High School, Blacksburg High School, Blacksburg Middle School, Ewing Middle School, Gaffney Middle School, and the Adult Education and Alternative Schools within the Ola Copeland Learning Center.  The goal of the program is to increase postsecondary school persistence and graduation (regular and rigorous) rates as well postsecondary enrollment and completion rates.

The Talent Search program will provide services such as high quality tutoring services, advice and assistance in course selection, assistance in college entrance examinations and applications, information on financial aid, guidance and assistance in secondary school reentry, financial literacy counseling, technology training for parents and mentors, personal advising, career counseling, college visits, opportunities to attend SC TRIO Leadership Conferences, virtual “role model” presentations, cultural events, connections to mentors, summer camps, and etiquette dinners.

For more information, contact Sigourney Davidson, Talent Search Coordinator, Cherokee County Campus, Camit building, room 203, by phone at (864) 206-2645 or by email at davidsons@sccsc.edu.

Vending

Vending machines are located in each student canteen area. They provide a selection of drinks, chips, candy, and pastries. On the Giles Campus, coffee is available in the Student HUB which is located in the Jack Powers Building and in the Book Inn on the ground level of the Dan L. Terhune Building. Vending refunds are available in the Student HUB for losses occurred in the Student HUB vending machines only.

Vending refunds are available:

• Giles Campus - Book Inn (the campus bookstore) located on the ground floor of the Dan L. Terhune Building and in the Jack A Powers Building room C-18 in the evening.
• SCC Cherokee County Campus - Room 125 of the Harvey S. Peeler, Jr. Academic Building and in room 202 of the L. Hoke Parris Business Training Center.
• SCC Tyger River Campus - Room 209 in the Tyger River Building and during the evening in the Information Commons area of the Tyger River Building.
• Downtown Campus - Room 144E in the Evans Academic Center.
• Union County Campus - Room 113 in the QuickJobs Development Center. See signs in each vending area for hours for that specific campus.