The college has many programs in place to enrich the lives our community's indivuals, organizations, and institutions. Below are some of these programs.
Appreciating diversity means acknowledging that people think, act, interact, and learn differently. The Diversity Awareness Committee (DAC) promotes valuing the impact those differences have on our community. These differences stem from factors such as socio-economic status, language, personal beliefs, political views, age, race, color, religious creed, physical and mental abilities, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, gender identity, etc.
As a group of dedicated faculty, staff and students, we draw from the remarkably broad spectrum of backgrounds and experiences of Housatonic's community members, as well as that of the Greater Bridgeport Community, to contribute to the academic, professional and cultural life of the campus.
In addition, the DAC helps to develop standards by which to measure diversity appreciation and awareness, sponsors diversity workshops that address topics such as classroom dynamics, bullying and religious tolerance. It partners with other campus committees and groups to enhance programming.
American Men's Studies Association Advances critical study of men and masculinity through teaching research and critical practice in the field of men's studies
HRC International International section of HRC’s website which focuses on LGBT issues around the world, not only here in the US.
It Gets Better “The It Gets Better Project’s mission is to communicate to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth around the world that it gets better, and to create and inspire the changes need to make it better for them.”
GLBT National Help Center Provides support, community connections, and resource information to people with questions regarding sexual orientation and/or gender identity.
The Bilerico Project Intelligent political and cultural commentary on LGBT issues.
The Advocate A leading gay news source, operated by Here Media, which oversees other leading LGBT resources, like Out Magazine and Gay.com.
Latin American Studies Association Promotes intellectual discussion and teaching on Latin America, the Caribbean and its peoples throughout the Americas
Publications
Diverse Issues in Higher Education Seeks to build educational, cultural, social and economic structures that will allow every individual to achieve his or her full human potential
In an effort to combat food insecurity, Housatonic provides students with the opportunity to receive healthy and nutritious non-perishable items and a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits.
The program is open to all currently enrolled students. No pre-signup is required, but students will need to show a school id. The program is based on the honesty system and no proof of need is required.
Enrolled students can visit the Food Pantry 2 times per month and self-select 10 nonperishable items and 4 fresh produce items at each visit. Fresh produce is delivered on Mondays and available after 12pm on Mondays and while supplies last throughout the week.
Location: Lafayette Hall, L207, 2nd floor
Hours:
Monday:9am to 5pm
Tuesday: 9am to 6pm
Wednesday: 10am to 6pm
Thursday: 9am to 5pm
Friday: 9am to 2pm
The Storehouse Project Mobile Food Pantry
Prebagged Food Distribution open to all students, faculty & staff.
Location: Drop off/pick up area on Lafayette Blvd next to parking garage.
Date &Time:
Thursday, February 1
Thursday, March 7
Thursday, April 4
Thursday, May 2
Questions? Email
Housatonic Food Pantry is made possible through the efforts of the Housatonic Foundation, CT FoodShare, Stop and Shop and funding from the Supplemental Support under the American Rescue Plan (SSARP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education
24/7 Food Pantry
PLS HELP! Fridgeport’s “Take What You Need” Free Food Fridge. Fridgeport is a free food fridge, or community fridge, located at 219 James Street, Bridgeport. The Fridgeport is a take-whatyou-need resource - Anyone can stop by any time of the day or night. No questions asked and no paperwork to fill out.
Connect with help at www.211ct.org or dial 2-1-1 . 2-1-1 connects people to resources they need to address everyday challenges …. Housing, childcare, energy assistance, health care, food, job training and much more.
PBS SciGirls - The SciGirls Seven” Recommendations":
In addition to the TV series, SciGirls, “The Big Idea’ presentation outlines 7 recommendations on how to encourage girls to think about STEM careers:
SciGirls 7 Big Idea Recommendations:
Girls benefit from collaboration, especially when they can participate and communicate fairly.
Girls are motivated by projects they find personally relevant and meaningful.
Girls enjoy hands-on, open-ended projects and investigations.
Girls are motivated when they can approach projects in their own way, applying their creativity, unique talents and preferred learning styles.
Girls’ confidence and performance improves in response to specific, positive feedback on things they can control – such as effort, strategies and behaviors.
Girls gain confidence and trust in their own reasoning when encouraged to think critically.
Girls benefit from relationships with role models and mentors.
For more information on the Girls in Tech Program at Housatonic, contact:
Kimberly Wood
Phone: 203-332-5098
Email:
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Housatonic Career Experience
Housatonic Career Experience for students entering grades 10-12
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QPR Training
QPR Training
QPR Gatekeeper Training On
How to prevent suicide in your college and community
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THREE SIMPLE STEPS ANYONE CAN LEARN TO HELP SAVE A LIFE FROM SUICIDE
QPR empowers participants to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know. People trained in QPR learn:
How to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis
Know how to offer hope
Know how to get help and save a life
LOCATION: TBA
The training is made possible by the Garrett Lee Smith Grant from SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).
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STEAM About Us
What is STEAM?
The critical thinking skills and applications of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) are fundamental to the current and future workforce. STEAM is the newest approach in connecting national STEM initiatives with art. STEM + Art = STEAM. (stemtosteam.org)
Why STEAM?
Job opportunities in STEAM are consistently on the rise and in order to succeed in these STEAM areas students are required to have a strong and innovative foundation.
Why Housatonic?
Students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) can find over 40 associate degree and certificate opportunities at Housatonic Community College.
Mission Statement
Housatonic Community College wants to properly prepare our students for the economic future by educating and producing a strong foundation in STEAM. Students at Housatonic Community College can choose from over 40 associate degree or certificate options under the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math disciplines. We as a college want our students to be up-to-date and equipped for a seamless transfer to a four year institution and for the future labor market. Student success is the result of college and professional readiness. Housatonic Community College is in gear to move full STEAM ahead!
Looking to change your major to a STEAM pathway? Click here. Do you want to become a STEAM student or find out more information, please contact STEAM Coordinator, Robin L. Avant at .
Achieving Diversity and Inclusion in College STEM/STEAM
By supporting underrepresented students in STEM, colleges can better follow through on their economic promises to enrollees. Closing racial and gender education pay gaps depend on closing STEM education gaps.