Student Services
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Academic Resources
Accomodations
Learning Assistance Program
Provides assessment, accommodations, and counseling to students with disabilities.
SMC Room: A-304, Extension: 3274
LVC Room: 2-103, Extension: 5274
Course & Career Planning
Academic Counseling
Provides student orientations, educational planning, counseling (academic, career,
and personal) and follow- up services
SMC Room: A-105 Extension: 3293
LVC Room: 1-105 Extension: 5200
Admissions & Records
Assists students with applying and registering for classes.
SMC Room: A-101 Extension: 3248
LVC Room: Building 1 Extension:
CAN (College Achievement Now) Trio
Provides academic counseling and a variety of services to students who are first-generation
college students, economically disadvantaged, and students with disabilities evidencing
academic need.
SMC Room: A-211 Extension: 3434
EOPS (Extended Opportunity Programs and Services)*
provides academic counseling and a variety of services for first generation and low-income
students.
SMC Room: A-201 Extension: 3214
LVC Room: 1-103 Extension: 5206
Career Center
Provides career counseling and exploration, resume & job placement help & more.
SMC Room: A-207 Extension: 3374
NonCredit Counseling
Helps students in adult basic education classes navigate the educational systems of
the college from admission through completion of their educational goals.
SMC Room: Building S Extension: 3740
LVC Room: 2-111 Extension: 5178
SY: Room R-5 Extension: 6604
University Transfer Center
Counseling on transfer requirements, classes, &university applications as well as
field trips and events to meet with university representatives.
SMC Room: A-205 Extension: 3363
Veteran’s Success Center*
The center serves as a gathering place for student- veterans to connect and socialize
and receive educational and vocational support.
SMC Room: A-404 Extension: 3925
LVC Room: 1-102K Extension: 3084
Technology Tools
Tools accessible through your myHancock Portal
Canvas
Information regarding your course policies, assignments, and grades. Use it to contact
your instructor, access supplemental course materials, and stay on track in your courses.
DegreeWorks
A web-based tool that allows students to track their degree progress and plan their
class schedules accordingly.
Successnet
Schedule appointments with counselors and instructors, access your success network
and communications regarding course progress and academic standing.
Textbooks and Supplies
Bookstore
Textbooks, essential supplies, and AHC apparel available for purchase.
SMC Room: G-110 Extension: 805-922-2391
LVC Room: 1-204 Extension: 805-736-8610
Books for Bulldogs
Borrow textbooks for your classes for the entire semester
SMC and LVC Libraries
Calculator Lending
100-level math students can borrow a calculator for the semester.
SMC M-101 mathcenter@hancockcollege.edu
Campus Graphics
On campus printing services available for free or reduced costs to students.
SMC H-102 Extension: 3963
Technology Loans
Laptops, chromebooks, and Wi-Fi hotspots are available to borrow for the semester.
SMC and LVC Libraries
Tutoring & Research
Academic Resource Center/Tutorial Center
Subject specific peer tutoring by drop in and appointment.
SMC Room: L-101 Extension: 3260
LVC Room: 1-110 Extension: 3260
Language Lab
Provides tutoring, language instruction, and technical advice to English Language
Development (ELD) students.
SMC Room: C-11 Extension: 3700
Library
Provides free access to credible resources such as academic journals, newspapers,
books, e-books, and educational films and personalized research help from librarians.
SMC Room: Building L Extension: 3683
LVC Room: 1-110 Extension: 5224
Math Center
Help with all levels of math from faculty and peer tutors.
SMC Room: M-101 Extension: 3463
MESA/STEM
Academic support for students pursuing a degree in mathematics, engineering, computer science, biology, architecture, kinesiology, or
other science-based programs.
SMC Room: M-500 Extension: 3446
Writing Center
Help from English faculty with writing assignments in any subject.
SMC Room: L-101C Extension: 3501
LVC Room: 1-110E Extension: 5322
Financial Support
Emergency Funding
Funding available on a case-by-case basis for students who have experienced an unexpected
event or emergency.
Location/Contact: ext. 3927
Employment Opportunities
There are numerous opportunities to become a student worker in an on-campus or off
campus capacity. Our Career Center can help connect you with available programs (such
as College Corp, Cal-SOAP, Federal Work Study, Cooperative Work Experience, etc.)
and opportunities.
Location/Contact: SMC A-207 ext. 3374
Financial Aid Office
Provides guidance, including help with forms, on a wide range of financial aid resources
such as grants, scholarships, work study, and loans.
SMC : A-101 Extension: 3200
LVC Building 1 Extension: 5251
Peer Support
Special Population Cohorts
Students belonging to specific populations can find a community of the peers and may qualify for additional support services.
AIM to Dream
An inclusive space for undocumented students, mixed-status families, and allies that
provides mentoring & free immigration legal services.
SMC K-11C LVC 2-111 Ext 3177
Justice Impacted (Rising Scholars & Beyond Barriers)
Support for currently and formerly incarcerated students and those impacted by the
justice system. SMC A-201 ext 3750
Men’s Support Group
A space for male students to connect and explore issues, such as college success skills,
careers and job placement, parenting and relationships, self-motivation, culture and
identity, and stress management.
SMC A-404
NextUp/Guardian Scholars/CARE
Support for current and former foster care recipients and/or single parents who receive
CalWorks.
SMC A-203 Ext. 3978
Puente Project
Puente means “bridge” in Spanish and is a learning project community where students
take classes together, socialize together, and work one-on-one with the Puente counselor.
Student Activities
Athletics
Join one of our 16 teams and/or connect with your peers by attending a sporting event.
SMC N Ext. 3359
Campus Clubs
Join or start a club to meet with like-minded individuals who share your passions.
SMC G-105 ext. 3236
Student Government
Voice your opinions for the college and advocate for your peers by joining or communicating
with the associated student body government (ASBG)
SMC G-105 ext. 3236
Personal Support
Basic Needs
Basic Needs Center
A centralized hub to help students with on-campus and community resources related
to food, health, housing, technology, and other resources.
Child Care
On campus childcare is available for children 3 months-5 years with availability prioritized
for low-income students.
SMC Room: I Extension: 3935
LVC Room: 2-122 Extension: 3935
Food Share
Free groceries for students available every Thursday (11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. SMC & 2:30-3
p.m. LVC) during the fall and spring semesters.
SMC – Student Center. LVC – Outside BLDG 2
Health Center
provides students with medical services, health counseling, crisis and mental health
counseling, and appropriate referrals to community resources.
SMC Room: W-12 Extension: 3212
LVC Room: 1-109 Extension: 5207
Housing
Assistance with connecting to local housing resources through our basic needs center.
SMC G-101, Ext: 3927
Mental Health Virtual Care
Free, unlimited access to therapists plus on-demand crisis counseling.
Spike’s Snack Shack
Access to non-perishable foods Monday –Thursday from 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. (LVC closes at
4:30 PM on Wed & Thurs) and Fridays from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
SMC G-101. LVC 1-102
List of services by what they provide
Books & Supplies
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Counseling
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Computers and Printers
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Events/Field Trips
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Lounge/Hangout Space
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Open late
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Snacks
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Study Rooms
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Tutoring
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Workshops
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Financial Support
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