The Admissions/Registrar's Office, Room S052, is responsible for student records. Contact this office for the following: registration, address or name changes, residency questions, evaluation of credits from other schools, graduation information, verification of enrollment, Brookhaven College transcripts, and admission to the Nursing Program. Call 972-860-4883 or 860-4884 or e-mail bhcAdmissions@dcccd.edu.
The Advising and Counseling Center, Room S113, maintains a team of advisors to assist students with:
For quick questions, students may see an advisor on a "walk-in" basis. For long-range planning or counseling, please make an appointment with an advisor by calling 972-860-4830 or e-mail bhcAdvising@dcccd.edu.
The Brookhaven Courier, Room B212, is the student newspaper and is published twice monthly during the fall and spring semesters. The Courier welcomes feedback and story ideas from readers and accepts commercial advertising. For information, contact the Courier student advisor, Larie Engles, at 972-860-4787 or e-mail bhcCourier@dcccd.edu.
The BSGA serves as a voice for the Brookhaven College student body and as a liaison with the college administration. BSGA members take on special student projects and serve on many college decision-making committees. For more information, contact Student Programs And Resources, Room S201, at 972-860-4115 or e-mail bhcSPAR@dcccd.edu.
The Career Development Center, Room S065, assists students with making career decisions, learning lifelong job search skills and finding employment. Job opportunities can be found through on-campus recruiting or our job listing services. Also within the center are career counseling services including career tests, consultation with career counselors (including résumé writing, mock interviews and interviewing assistance) and access to two computerized career planning programs. Computers are available for résumé writing and Internet job searches. For information, call 972-860-4894 or e-mail bhcJobs@dcccd.edu.
These courses are designed to supplement the instruction of the classroom teacher. They are one-credit, college-level courses in which students receive one-on-one instruction from a degreed teacher. Improvement of these skills has been proven to be beneficial to student performance in subjects such as English, psychology, history, sociology, business and government and includes options such as writing essays and research papers, studying/reading textbooks, taking notes, preparing for tests and managing time. Students may register until mid-semester in the Advising and Counseling Center, Room S113, or the Multicultural Center, Room S136. This tutorial is highly flexible in that it is designed specifically for the learning and scheduling needs of the student. To schedule or cancel appointments, call the Help Desk in Room J122 at 972-860-4782. For additional information, contact 972-860-4875.
This service, located in Room S062, is available for all students entering Brookhaven College for the first time. Information provided includes: managing home and school, reading the course schedule book, considering degree options, understanding the Core Curriculum, using campus resources, preparing for the ACCUPLACERTM (college entrance assessment), etc. For information, contact the Help Desk at 972-860-4782 or 972-860-4359.
This open computer lab, located in Room J122, is available for all Brookhaven College students who need to type papers, do Internet research, or access eCampus. It is a learning support center that is home to inexpensive, flexible, college learning skills courses, one-credit courses in which students receive one-on-one help in study skills, test preparation, note taking, textbook reading, time management, essay writing, research paper organization – most anything! It offers computer software such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. It is the ideal place to search the Internet or set up an e-mail account. Also available is a variety of materials for student use, primarily in the areas of reading, writing, study skills and language improvement. For information, call the Help Desk at 972-860-4782.
Lifelong learning and workforce development courses are available through the Corporate and Continuing Education Division. Noncredit courses are taught year-round on the main campus, at area high schools and at the Brookhaven College East centers. Career programs and personal enrichment courses are available. Workforce development and specialized technical training are offered on-site through contracting with businesses. A printed schedule is published several times a year and an online schedule is continuously updated. For information, call 972-860-4600 or send an e-mail to bhcCCE@dcccd.edu. To register, call 972-860-4715.
On a short-term, limited basis, a part-time counseling staff provides confidential counseling sessions to assist students in managing the academic environment and dealing with issues that may hinder success. Small group discussions led by counselors focus on areas such as interpersonal relationships, test anxiety and assertiveness. Counselors will consider forming any type of group for which there is a demand. Crisis intervention and referral sources to provide in-depth assistance for matters such as legal concerns, financial aid, tutoring, job placement, medical problems or emotional problems are available. Call 972-860-4748 or visit Room S113.
Students with disabilities must provide documentation of the disabilities from a doctor, and should initiate their requests with Disability Services/Special Services, perferably one month prior to registration. The Disability Services/Special Services Office offers a variety of support services to enable students with disabilities and/or special needs to participate in the full range of college experiences. Services are coordinated to fit the individual needs of the student and may include the following: sign language interpreting, note-taking, audio books, large-print tests and assistive equipment. Academic and career advisement services, testing accommodations, registration assistance, and referral services also are available. Orientation and registration information will be provided. Students with disabilities attending any DCCCD college have a right to appeal decisions concerning physical and academic accommodations by submitting a written petition to the colleges' designated Americans with Disabilities Act, ADA, compliance officer, the Brookhaven College vice president for business services. For additional information please call Disability Services/Special Services at 972-860-4847 or e-mail bhcADAservices@dcccd.edu.
EXCEL is a multiservice support program for first generation or low-income college students. Students who qualify attend cultural events on campus and in the community free of charge. The program also provides field trips to area universities, financial aid search assistance, academic advising and tutoring. For more information, call 972-860-4626, e-mail bhcTRIO@dcccd.edu or come by the EXCEL/Special Services Office, Room S126.
Campus facilities include: two-mile jogging trail, gymnasium containing six basketball goals, a fitness lab and tennis courts. Brookhaven College students and staff may use the facilities during listed open times. Locks, lockers and towels are available for use in the men's and women's dressing rooms. For information, please call 972-860-4120 or 972-860-4127.
The Scholarships/Financial Aid Office, Room S015, helps students meet their educational expenses by awarding grants, loans and scholarships and by coordinating on-campus part-time employment. The application process for financial aid takes approximately two to three months. Funds for campus-based aid are limited and applications are reviewed on a first-come-first-serve basis. Students can look on the Internet at www.studentaid.ed.gov for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Students also can complete both Entrance and Exit Counseling by going to www.mapping-your-future.org. Call the office at 972-860-4110, or send an e-mail to bhcScholarshipFinAid@dcccd. edu for information. Students who attend a public school in Dallas County may be eligible for a Rising Star Scholarship.
The Health Center, Room S072, provides confidential health counseling, educational programming, emergency first aid, over-the-counter medication and free testing for tuberculosis and pregnancy. The Health Center also offers for a cost immunizations to students in the Nursing, Radiologic Technology and EMS/Paramedicine programs. The center is staffed by registered nurses. A referral list of area physicians is available. The staff can assist with inquiries about health-related topics, health insurance or wellness projects. Call 972-860-4195, or e-mail bhcHealthCenter@dcccd.edu.
Before graduating from high school, students can earn college credit. Dual credit allows students to earn both high school credit and college credit for the same class. Tech prep allows you to "bank" college credit earned in your high school classes. For more information about these programs call 972-860-4372, or e-mail bhcOutreach@dcccd.edu.
Brookhaven College honors courses provide a rigorous academic experience and stimulating interaction with faculty and fellow students. The classes are smaller, emphasize reflective, analytical and interactive learning styles and include field trips, guest lectures and seminars. Honors courses, offered in certain disciplines, will be designated as such on student transcripts. For availability and information about honors courses, call 972-860-4652, or e-mail bhcAcademicHonors@dcccd.edu.
Brookhaven College has competitive teams in the following intercollegiate sports: men's basketball, men's baseball, women's soccer and women's volleyball. For information, visit the Athletic Department Office, Room T316, or call 972-860-4121.
The library, Rooms L200 and L350, is a supermarket of resources for learning. Besides books, videos, magazines and newspapers, the library has more than 70 Web and other online databases. Almost all of these are full text, including InfoTrac's Expanded Academic Index, The New York Times, Opposing Viewpoints, The Wall Street Journal and Health Reference Center. You also can access all of these full text databases from home through the library's home page. If we don't have the information, you can request books or journals from other libraries. Photocopy machines are available as well. Note: To check out materials, a Student I.D. is required. Call 972-860-4862 for assistance.
The Math Lab, Room K137, is a learning support center for students enrolled in a Brookhaven College mathematics course. The center is available to help you with all of your math needs. Use tutorial software and videos, check out textbooks and solutions manuals to use in the math lab, or receive assistance from a tutor with homework and help studying for that next big test. For more information, e-mail bhcMath@dcccd.edu or call 972-860-4759.
The Multicultural Center, Room S136, advises all new and continuing international students and students for whom English is not their first language. The center is responsible for the processing and admission of students on a variety of visas including the F-1 Student Visa. Advisors are trained to determine the level of English proficiency of a student and recommend the appropriate program, which could be of any of the following: English for Speakers of Other Languages Credit, Intensive English Program, and ESOL Noncredit through the Continuing Education Division. Call 972-860-4845 or e-mail bhcMulticulturalCenter@ dcccd.edu.
The Brookhaven College Police Department is charged with the personal safety of students, employees and visitors. Twelve licensed and certified Texas peace officers and one safety officer staff the Police Department. The department is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Foot, automobile and bicycle units perform patrol of the campus. The Brookhaven College police officers have full arrest and enforcement authority and possess all the powers, privileges and immunities accorded police officers in and by the state of Texas. The college police also provide additional services to the college community, including but not limited to the following: lost and found department; auto lockouts, battery jumps and escorts; emergency messages delivered to students (life-or-death medical emergencies only); crime prevention and awareness programs; and hazardous materials training. Help keep Brookhaven College safe: report suspicious persons, activity and/or criminal activity. Call your campus police by dialing 911 from any campus phone or 972-860-4290 from an off-campus phone, visit Room B200, or send an e-mail to bhcPolice@dcccd.edu.
The SPAR Office, Room S201, approves all notices posted on college bulletin boards. Special bulletin boards are designated for roommate notices and off-campus and cultural activities. Notices will remain posted one month and may not exceed 8 1/2 x 11 inches. Additionally, SPAR maintains listings of roommate notices and typing services. SPAR also coordinates the distribution of information on campus. No sale of commercial merchandise or services is permitted on campus; however, commercial ads are accepted by the Brookhaven Courier, the student newspaper. For ad rates, call 972-860-4787 or e-mail bhcCourier@dcccd.edu.
Senior adult courses are designed for students 50 years or older. They are scheduled during the day on campus and taught by experienced faculty who have time to interact with you. Personal assistance is given with admission and registration. You may be eligible for a waiver of tuition. For more information about this, or to receive a schedule of courses, call 972-860-4698 or 972-860-4807, or send an e-mail to bhcSeniorAdultEducation@ dcccd.edu. We are located in Building M, Rooms M203 and M211A.
The Brookhaven College School of the Arts annually presents a showcase of nationally renowned and Brookhaven College visual artists, musicians, entertainers and new artistic talent. For ticket information, contact the Box Office at 972-860-4118 or e-mail bhcBoxOffice@dcccd.edu.
The Brookhaven College Service-Learning Program provides opportunities for students to participate in meaningful community service and connect it with course objectives. Contact your instructors to find out if they offer service-learning in their course or contact the Student Programs And Resources Office at 972-860-4525, visit Room S201, or e-mail bhcServiceLearning@dcccd.edu.
All Brookhaven College campus buildings and grounds are nonsmoking areas with the exception of seven locations that are designated for smokers.
Student clubs and organizations allow individuals to discover and improve special interests and skills and to assume leadership roles in the college community. Students interested in forming a club may pick up a Clubs and Organizations Handbook in the SPAR Office, Room S201. For more information, call 972-860-4115.
Available for use by any Brookhaven College student. Word processing, Internet access and other programs are available. Located in Room J122. Call for specific information at 972-860-4782. Note: Brookhaven College Student I.D. required. A modern, fully equipped World Language Lab is available for the use and benefit of world language students at Brookhaven College. Located in Room J104, the lab is the primary location where students practice listening and speaking skills in their target language.
The Brookhaven College Student Leadership Institute provides leadership training for currently enrolled Brookhaven College students. The program is designed to help students develop skills to enhance their personal development and augment their abilities to assume leadership roles on campus and in the community. For application information, contact Student Programs And Resources, Room S201, or call 972-860-4115.
The Student Programs And Resources Office, Room S201, is a unique, vital component of the learning experience at Brookhaven College. Through a wide variety of programs and special events both in and out of the classroom, and off-campus, SPAR invites students to participate fully in college life. Some of the services SPAR offers include: guest speakers, performances, Student Leadership Institute, service-learning, student ambassadors, lockers, student I.D. cards, student clubs and organizations, publicity for campus events, copy machine and bulletin board posting. For further information, call 972-860-4115 or e-mail bhcSPAR@dcccd.edu.
A diagnostic test to assess the academic skills of students entering Texas public colleges and universities is required. Its purpose is to determine if students have the reading, writing and mathematical skills needed to succeed in college courses. If students score poorly in one or more of the tested areas, students may be required to be enrolled either in developmental study courses or involved in other remedial efforts until students have met prerequisite requirements in reading, writing and mathematics.
The ACCUPLACERTM is a state-approved assessment test. It may be taken in the Testing Center upon referral by an advisor. ACCUPLACERTM is a computerized test of reading, writing and mathematics. It also includes a timed writing sample. Students may be enrolled in developmental study courses if they score poorly in one or more of the tested areas.
For more information about Texas Success Initiative requirements or ACCUPLACERTM, visit the Advising and Counseling Center, Room S113, send an e-mail to bhcAdvising@dcccd.edu, or call 972-860-4830.
The Testing Center, Room S080, administers tests to students as directed by instructors. Students who use the Testing Center should bring their Brookhaven College student I.D. card or a valid driver license and a testing Blue Book of paper available at college bookstores if needed. Students must know the course title, course and section number, instructor's name and exactly which test is to be taken. The center also administers psychological, diagnostic and aptitude tests upon referral by a counselor. Students also may pick up registration packets for the Scholastic Aptitude Test, SAT, and Test of Spoken English, TSE, at the center. For more information, call 972-860-4865, or send an e-mail to bhcTesting@dcccd.edu.
Located in Building L, Room L351, CASA offers free drop-in tutoring for Brookhaven students. In addition, students who qualify may receive free one-on-one tutoring. For more information, visit Tutorial Services in Building S, Room S255, call 972-860-4199, or visit our website.
Come to the Math Lab! Building K, Room K137, 972-860-4759
Are you ready for a new beginning? Tired of stressing over that darn math class?
Why not try the Math Lab, Room K137? Come give us a try. You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. We provide free tutoring to Brookhaven College students. Plus, we have other resources to support your needs. For inquiring minds, e-mail bhcMath@dcccd.edu or call 972-860-4759.
Laser prints and photocopies are just 5 cents in the library
and open computer labs.
The online system accepts only
paper money; coins and credit cards are not accepted. For information
about opening your pay per print account, visit the library or computer
lab.
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Register now for spring!
Spring registration begins Nov. 18 for continuing students and Nov. 24 for new students.
Check to see if you are eligible for online registration through eConnect, http://eConnect.dcccd.edu
Learn What you need to know!
Orientation is required of students who are new to Brookhaven College before they can register for classes.
Visit Room S062, eConnect online Registration Center, near the Welcome Center in the Student Services Center, Building S.
PLEASE ALLOW AT LEAST 90 MINUTES FOR THE ORIENTATION.
Here’s how it works: You will see a 25-minute PowerPoint presentation about degree plans, course choices, schedules, work load, financial aid and other general information.
When you have finished viewing the presentation, an orientation staff member will evaluate your status to determine if you need to assess for placement. If so, you will be given a sample packet as well as a verbal explanation of what the assessment covers, how long it is, how to schedule for the assessment and its importance to your ability to register for classes at Brookhaven College.
All students will also be given general information packets containing helpful student support services and programs available to you. This is the time to ask any questions you have regarding what to do next, where to go, what help is available on campus, and any other general information you need to get started. We have answers ranging from parking to financial aid.
Come back any time! An orientation staff member is someone you can return to at any time for direction and information.
For more information, contact Laurey Lynch, Orientation coordinator, in Room S062, or at 972-860-4359.