HACC Student Engagement Groups

What are Student Engagement Groups?

Student Engagement Groups are formed around shared interests, goals, or experiences to provide connections, support, and meaningful dialogue opportunities. These groups are platforms for building relationships, fostering engagement, and enhancing the student experience. All students are welcome to join a group that aligns with their interests or experiences.

Current Student Engagement Groups:

• Jewish Student Association
  The Jewish Student Association provides a space for students to connect, celebrate cultural traditions, and engage in meaningful dialogue while building a strong sense of community.
  Contact: jsa@hacc.edu
• Latin Student Group
  The mission of the Latin Student Group is to build a supportive community for students by celebrating cultural heritage, fostering connections, and providing opportunities for engagement.
  Contact: latinstudents@hacc.edu
• ATLAS: Advocacy, Togetherness, Liberation, Allyship, Support
  The ATLAS: Advocacy, Togetherness, Liberation, Allyship, Support works to provide support, visibility, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ students while fostering a welcoming environment for all.
  Contact: lgbtq+@hacc.edu
• Men of Connection & Integrity
  Men of Connection & Integrity fosters academic achievement, leadership, and personal growth for male students.
  Contact: moci@hacc.edu
• Military and Veteran Affairs
  The Military Veterans Affairs Affinity Group’s mission is to facilitate the inclusion of veterans, military members, and their families by supporting the recruitment, retention, comradery, and ongoing success of military veterans.
  Contact: vaoffice@hacc.edu
• Second Chances (Reentry and Justice Involved Students)
  The Second Chances Affinity Group's mission is to provide a safe space of support and a place of belonging for students who have been incarcerated or have family members who are or have been incarcerated.
  Contact: secondchances@hacc.edu
• Women of Connection
  Women Connection allows women to share experiences, build leadership skills, and foster personal and academic success.
  Contact: caallen@hacc.edu

 

Student Engagement Group Resources

I want to establish a new Student Engagement Group (email: mrdavis2@hacc.edu)
I want to request funds for my Student Engagement Group (email: mrdavis2@hacc.edu)
I want to reserve space on campus for Student Engagement Group programming or meeting (https://www.cognitoforms.com/HACC2/EventRequestForm)

 

Advisor Responsibilities and Expectations

Advisors help student engagement groups succeed by assisting them to meet their goals. Some advisors actively participate in meetings, programming, and leadership development, while others maintain a more supportive, guiding presence.

The Advisor should:

• Review the group’s mission and goals to determine how best to support its success.
• Work closely with student leaders to provide guidance and assistance.
• Encourage accountability in leadership roles and responsibilities.
• Support and challenge students to think creatively when engaging the HACC community.
• Partner with student involvement staff to develop programming and initiatives.
• Be accessible and invested in the success of the group.

Advisors may serve as mentors, team builders, liaisons, mediators, motivators, or resource connectors.

 

Student Engagement Council & Mission

The HACC Student Engagement Council, composed of advisors, student leaders, and allies, works to:

• Establish clear goals and meaningful engagement opportunities for students.
• Develop intentional programming and events that foster student success and connection.
• Provide academic, social, and professional development opportunities across all HACC campuses.
• Ensure belonging for all students interested in engagement opportunities.