We hope that you and your loved ones are safe following Hurricane Helene. As we prepare to return to campus, we want to remind you of several important services available to support you during this time:

Academic Support

Please do not be worried about assignment deadlines from the period that the college was closed (Thursday, September 26 at 12 p.m. through Friday, October 4). Instructors will be in touch soon with revised timelines. If you anticipate any difficulty returning to classes next week due to the storm, please reach out to your academic advisor or instructors as soon as possible to discuss your options and any accommodations that may be necessary.Other options for notifying the college that you will be unable to return to classes (online and/or on campus) next week include:

The Hotline Team will forward your message/information to the applicable faculty and staff. The Hotline will be staffed from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. beginning Monday, October 7. The WCC Hotline and Student Support Form can also be used to notify the college if you need assistance with resources (such as food or water).

Note: The drop deadline for the 1st 8-week block classes has been extended until October 15.

Financial Aid

If you are receiving financial aid and think you may need to withdraw from some classes due to the impact of the hurricane, it is important to contact a financial aid representative. They can help you understand how any changes in your course load may affect your aid package and guide you through the next steps. For more information, contact:

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Lana Younger, AAS
Administrative Assistant of Financial Aid
Phone: 336-838-6144
ljyounger070@wilkescc.edu

Resource Connections

For help with housing, food, transportation, and other community services, please visit Resource Connections. They can connect you to local resources to meet your needs during this recovery period. For more information, contact:

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Erin Smith, BSW
Director of Resource Connections and Social Worker
Phone: 336-838-6290
ecsmith460@wilkescc.edu

Counseling Services

Our counseling team is here to support you with any emotional or mental health concerns. For assistance, please visit our counseling office (within Student Services) or contact:

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Amber Cook, MSW, LCSWA
Counselor
Phone: 336-838-6229
alcook636@wilkescc.edu

We are here to support you, and we encourage you to take advantage of these resources as you navigate this challenging time.

Stay safe and take care.