resources at lapc
Campus Resources
Many Resources - Will You Use Them?
There are many resources available to you as a Pierce College student that can be found on LA Pierce College's website. Resources help all students reach their fullest potential. Some resources are shared below for convenience, but you are strongly encouraged to consult LA Pierce College's website or visit the resource's offices for the most accurate information.
If you discover any outdated / inaccurate information below, or if you would like to add any details or resources to the list below, you are encouraged to send me an email at huynhw@piercecollege.edu.
Academic
Several aspects of both lab and lecture require computer access. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus, and computers are available in the Library and Center for Academic Success (with Microsoft Office installed). The library also has a limited number of computers available for checkout.
Pierce College's Library serves all currently enrolled students, college faculty and staff, and members of the community. The library is a comfortable place to study, to investigate a topic of interest, or to enjoy reading a current book, periodical, or magazine. Feel free to ask for a reference librarian, who can help with your research questions.
The CAS is committed to helping students in need of academic support acquire the skills and tools necessary to meet their individual academic, vocational, or personal goals. All tutoring services are free to currently enrolled Pierce College students.
The Chemistry Department offers FREE drop-in tutoring in the Student Success Center on the first floor of the library. The schedule is posted during Week 2 of the semester - no appointment necessary.
SSB, 1st Floor | (818) 719-6430
Academic counselors are available to assist you with many of your educational needs such as:
clarifying your values and goals
developing a student education plan (SEP)
interpreting articulation agreements with other colleges and universities
Did you know that you can also take courses on a Pass / No Pass (P/NP) basis? P/NP is a great way to maintain your GPA while taking classes that you may not be particularly strong in. Visit an academic counselor to learn more about P/NP courses if you are interested!
For assistance with academic accommodations, please email both the instructor and Academic Accommodation Center at acc@piercecollege.edu.
Languages spoken in Admissions & Records include Armenian, Assyrian, English, Mandarin, Spanish, Turkish, and Vietnamese.
Languages spoken in Counseling include Armenian, English, Farsi, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Languages spoken in the Academic Accommodations Center include: Bengali, English, Hindi, Spanish. Urdu.
Students with disabilities, whether physical, learning, or psychological, who believe that they may need accommodations in their classes are encouraged to contact the Academic Accommodations Center as soon as possible to ensure that accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion. Authorization is based on verification of disability and is required before any accommodations can be made.
The Pierce College bookstore stocks textbooks and supplies course materials connected with the academic programs of the college. The Copy Tech located inside the bookstore is also where students can make, print, and copy materials! Copy Tech also issues Picture ID cards to new students upon presentation of proof of enrollment (registration / fee receipt).
The student grievance process is designed to provide a prompt and equitable means for resolving student grievances, including but not limited to the grading process. Information about student grievance and procedures are outlined in the catalog under Student Grievance Procedures (page 275). The forms and processes are also available on their website.
The Pierce College Transfer Center helps students successfully transfer to a four-year institution. The Transfer Center offers aid to students in the transfer process to ensure a smooth and positive transition.
ASSIST is an online student-transfer information system that shows how course credits earned at one public California college or university can be applied when transferred to another. ASSIST is the official repository of articulation and provides the most accurate and up-to-date information about course transferability in California.
The Pierce College Career Center educates and serves its students in career education, planning, and development processes. Career Center services and resources provide assistance to students with the exploration of career options, cultivation of a comprehensive employment and education plan, and the enhancement of job search techniques and strategies.
Health & Community
The Welcome Center can guide students with admissions & records (registration, questions, and submissions), financial aid with FAFSA (submissions and password resets), CCCApply assistance, computer lab access, and familiarity with the Student Portal. You may also email welcome@piercecollege.edu.
Languages spoken in the Welcome Center include Armenian, English, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog.
Languages spoken in Outreach include English and Spanish.
The Dream Resource Center (DRC) supports undocumented students throughout their educational journey. Their support include informational workshops, legal immigration services, scholarships, and more! They are also partnered with the Central American Resource Center (CARECEN), a non-profit where community college students can access a variety of resources such as General Consultations, DACA Renewals and Initial Filings, Family Based Immigration Services (adjustment of status and consular process), Naturalization Services & more
Pierce College's ASO supports student growth through active involvement with students, faculty, and staff. Our goal is to create a better environment for an overall academic experience through leadership. The ASO is composed of the Student Senate and Club Council, whom work together to create a student-oriented environment at Pierce College.
Are you a veteran? First of all, thank you for your service to our country and the time you served to protect our life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The Pierce College Veterans Office provides a supportive environment for veterans and assists them with the services they need to receive VA benefits and to successfully complete their educational goals at Pierce College. The Veterans Office is designed as a liaison between you as a veteran and the Veterans Administration. The Veterans staff will forward all documents required by the Veterans Administration directly to the Muskogee Regional Office.
Food & Finances
The Brahma Bodega assists students that are facing challenges securing food, housing, or other basic needs. They offer free food, CalFresh enrollment support, and referrals to campus resources that promote student success. They are available to help currently enrolled students with a student ID. For assistance, email Geremy Mason at masongk@piercecollege.edu.
SSB, 2nd Floor | (818) 719 - 6422
EOP&S is a state-funded support program designed to assist qualified low-income and educationally disadvantaged students in completing their educational goals with the assistance of financial nd student support services. It is an invitational program open only to those who qualify and commit to participating.
The Foster Youth Support are making a special effort to support current and former foster youths at Pierce College. If you are / were a foster youth, you may qualify for other support services to help you achieve your educational goals. Email the Guardian Scholars Program so you can get the support for which you are eligible!
If you need money to pay for books, supplies, enrollment fees, parking, and other expenses to help you with college, apply for financial aid or email the Financial Aid Office. The Financial Aid Office uses a virtual queue called QLess which enables students to wait in line virtually.
Languages spoken in the Financial Aid office include English, Farsi, Hindi, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
The GAIN / CalWorks program serves all CalWORKS students attending Pierce College. A variety of services designed to support your educational, career, and personal goals is offered, such as child care advocacy, student education plans (SEP), work-study opportunities, child care in the campus Child Development Center for eligible children, and much more.
Title IX
Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments is a powerful tool for combating campus violence. The law requires colleges and universities receiving federal funding (such as Pierce College) to combat gender-based violence and harassments and respond to survivors' needs in order to ensure that all students have equal access to education. Any sexual violence or physical abuse, as defined by California law, whether committed by an employee, student, or member of the public, occurring on college-owned or controlled property, at college-sponsored or supervised functions, or related to or arising from college attendance or activity is a violation of District policies and regulations, and is subject to all applicable punishment, including criminal and/or civil prosecution and employee or student discipline procedures.
Please be aware that if you disclose an instance of gender-based violence or harassments to me, I am required to share that information with our Title IX coordinator, who will get in touch with you about accommodations and support services as well as accountability of the person who harmed you. If you wish to speak to someone confidentially, the Pierce College Student Health Center and Santa Monica Rape Treatment Center are two local options. Additional information and support can be found on LAPC's Title IX Website.
