Commit to Complete
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Week October 24-27Connecting students to the people and resources they need to complete.Join the First Year Experience Program, the Advising Team, the TNT Center, and Financial Literacy as we celebrate Commit to Complete Week. We know that your education is a top priority in your life and this week is a celebration of your commitment to completing your education. We have a week full of fun and helpful workshops designed to help you get to the finish line. Advising DaysOctober 24 - 27 - Welcome CenterAll virtual and Face to Face Advising appointments this week will be dedicated to these themes. Themes for the week:
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Financial Literacy ResourcesHow Can One Achieve Financial Wellness?We are kicking off Commit to Complete week with Financial Literacy! Join in and learn about how behavioral changes can impact your financial health. Making small changes today to make a big difference for your tomorrow. Budget/Spending Plan Interactive WorksheetUtilizing a budget for your everyday finance can help build solid spending and saving habits, and make positive changes that will continually improve your financial health. Send in your completed budget to Enida Rehome at erehome@alamo.edu for your 25 points! |
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List of Events
Library Survey Week
October 24 – 27, 2022 - All Day in CLR
Tell us what we can do for YOU! Students and faculty alike are invited to come and let us know what you want to see in the library for a sweet reward!
Clothing Closet
October 24 - 27, 2022 - 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM in SLC 110
The clothing closet will be open to serve any students, faculty, or staff in need of clothing. Clothes for all genders, sizes, and ages will be available. There will also be limited shoes and accessories.
Public Benefits & Resources Table brought to you by SPC & San Antonio Food Bank
October 24, 2022 - 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM in SLC 110
Ms. Sandra Jones will be available to answer questions, set up appointments, and provide information about how people can apply for public benefits as well as other services provided by the San Antonio Food Bank.
Spirerm
October 24, 2022 - 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM in SLC 102
Spirerm specializes in assisting with some of the following:
- Individual Health Insurance
- Medicare Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Care & Disability insurance
Retirement IRAs, 401k Rollovers, 403(b), 457(b) Estate Planning & Wills We focus on individuals, families, seniors, and small businesses throughout the entire state of Texas that are often overlooked by other brokerages in our industry. Although our brokerage is based in San Antonio we are quickly becoming the leading and most trusted insurance brokerage in the state, branching out into all of deep south Texas and as far north as the DFW metro. We understand the challenges of many looking for affordable health insurance and coverage, but we also know the challenges of receiving assistance with Life Insurance and retirement options, is an even higher priority for everyone's future.
FREE Project (Forming Relationships Based on Equity and Empowerment)
October 24, 2022 - 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM in SLC 102
We will have a KAHOOT challenge focusing on Bystander Intervention!" Don’t be scared! Students can win awesome swag like t-shirts.
PTSD Foundation of America
October 24, 2022 - 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in Welcome Center 2nd Floor
If you would like to learn more about how to help someone or if you need assistance with dealing with PTSD, the PTSD Foundation of America will be here for Commit to Complete
University Health Systems
October 24, 2022 - 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM in SLC 127 - Inside the Health Center
Visit the CareLink table to learn more about how they can make healthcare services more affordable for you! Financial assistance programs to families who do not have health insurance, and do not qualify for other coverage.
FAFSA Assistance
October 24, 25, & 27 - 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM in the Welcome Center
It’s time to fill out your 2022-2023 FAFSA. Yes! Already. The Financial Aid Team is available to help you.
DSO Flu Clinic
October 24, 2022 - 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM in CLR 1st Floor - McClendon Collection Area
As part of our Wellness 360 initiative across the Alamo Colleges, the mobile flu shot clinic will be held on the first floor of CLR.
Quiet Quitting or Prioritizing Well-Being?
October 24, 2022 - 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM in SLC 102
Setting work-life boundaries are essential for our mental health! Come learn about the workforce’s “quiet quitting” trend and leave a message on how you will prioritize your well-being in your job moving forward.
Personal Board of Directors
October 25, 2022 - 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM in SLC 102
As the CEO of your life, you want to make the best decisions based on the best information you can acquire. Come by and pick up a worksheet to help identify people in your community that can be part of your personal board of directors.
Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach and Texas Veterans Commission
October 25, 2022 - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM in Welcome Center 2nd Floor
If you are a community member, veteran, dependent, or active duty and you need any assistance in transitioning or additional resources while you are out to include disability claims, legal services or workforce engagement come to learn about resources from our Good Samaritan Veterans Outreach and Transition Center and Texas Veterans Commission.
United Way
October 25, 2022 - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM in SLC 102
Women United: Are you a student that needs help with childcare? Are you enrolled in at least 6 semester hours, have a 2.5 GPA, working part-time? Come out and speak with the Childcare Scholarship coordinator from United Way to learn more about the Women’s United Childcare Scholarship!
Dual Generation: Are you ready to go back to school? Or learn a new trade? Do you have a child between the ages of 0-10? Will you be needing assistance with childcare? If so, visit Dual Generation.
City of San Antonio – Department of Human Services (Family Assistance Division)
October 25, 2022 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM in SLC 102
Come learn about the resources that the City of San Antonio provides. A representative from the Department of Human Services will be available to answer questions.
PATH Program and Housing Assistance Info Table
October 26, 2022 - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM in SLC 110
Mr. Michael De La Cruz will be available to share information about the PATH program and SPC/SAHA housing voucher program.
Tacos With la Familia at SWC
October 26, 2022 - 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM in SWC, Building 1 - Crossroads
FYE and Advising are hosting a C2C celebration for our students at the SWC complete with tacos, coffee, informational tables, free t-shirts, and some friendly competition.
Library Open House
October 26, 2022 - 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM in SWC, Building 1 - Library
Resource Tables
- SPC Career Readiness & Experiential Learning Services (CRELS) can host a table
- First –Gen
- Financial Literacy
- Commit to Complete T-Shirts
- Advising
- Financial Aid
- Alamo Colleges DREAMers Advocacy Council
- City of San Antonio – Department of Human Services (Family Assistance Division)
- Advocacy
- San Antonio Food Bank- Case Assistance Navigator
- Veterans Affairs
- FREE Project (Forming Relationships Based on Equity and Empowerment)
- United Way
- Spirerm
- Testing Center
The competition will be held at 12:00 PM
The Haunting Truth of Allied Health: Pathways to Health Sciences Programs
October 26, 2022 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM via Zoom
Come learn about the Allied Health programs at St. Philip’s College and get a better understanding of their admissions steps. Current students will also be highlighted.
Public Benefits & Resources Table brought to you by SPC & San Antonio Food Bank
October 27, 2022 - 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM in SLC 110
Ms. Sandra Jones will be available to answer questions, set up appointments, and provide information about how people can apply for public benefits as well as other services provided by the San Antonio Food Bank.
What Can I Do With This Major?
October 27, 2022 - 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM in SLC 102
Come get introduced to a website that will list all the career options for your chosen major along with types of employers that hire those majors and strategies that will make you a more marketable candidate upon graduation!
Alamo Colleges DREAMers Advocacy Council
October 27, 2022 - 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM in CWN 114
Carmen De Luna Jones, the Chair of the Alamo Colleges DREAMers Advocacy Council will be onsite to provide students, faculty, and staff information for DREAMers.
Test Your Way Out of Intro Courses
October 27, 2022 - 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the Welcome Center 207B
The Testing Center staff will be able to provide information on CLEP services. CLEP exams let you test out of introductory courses and move to more advanced courses sooner, saving time toward your degree. We will provide information from Modern States, which helps students prepare for the CLEP as well as provide financial resources to help pay for the exam.
Grand Canyon University
October 27, 2022 - 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the Welcome Center 2nd Floor
If you are interested in continuing your educational journey after St. Philip's College then come see if Grand Canyon University is the right fit for you.
TNT Open House
October 27, 2022 - 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM in the CWN 114
The TNT Center is back in the CWN and is ready to show you its new facility and talk about all of its awesome services.
Students who stop by throughout the day will receive an SPC Academic Care Kit.
Contact Information
| Director of Student Success – First Year Experience: Liz Castillo ecastillo262@alamo.edu 210-486-2473 |