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Student Resources and Programs
see also: GHC Evening Services

Activities and Leadership Programs: For information on student clubs, activities, and leadership programs, visit the Student Activities and Leadership Programs Office (Room 171, 538-4078) in the Hiller Union Building (HUB).

Admissions and Records: The Admissions and Records Office (HUB, 538-4096) is the place to go for transfer credit evaluations and graduation evaluations, official transcripts requests, and applications for admission. Hours are 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
See also: Online Application for Admission.

Advising: An advisor is the faculty member to whom a student is assigned for help in selecting courses at registration, in changing a schedule, or for general transfer or program information. You may change your advisor by completing a Student Information Change Form at the Office of Admissions and Records. Advising is also available in the Counseling and Advising Center (HUB, 538-4049).

Assessment: The Counseling Office (HUB, 538-4049) provides the necessary English, math, and reading placement tests for course prerequisites.

Athletics: Grays Harbor College belongs to the Northwest Athletic Association of Community Colleges which is comprised of 32 community colleges in Washington and Oregon. If you are interested in participating in a GHC sport, visit the Choker Athletics Website or contact the Athletic Director at (360) 538-4207.

Books: The GHC Bookstore (HUB, 538-4106) offers students the opportunity to purchase required textbooks for all GHC and WAOL classes, art and school supplies, assorted gift items, snack items, and greeting cards. The Grays Harbor College Bookstore is open year-round* Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00 pm. In addition, during fall, winter and spring quarters, we are also open Tuesday evenings, 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Please note that we are not open Tuesday evenings during summer quarter). Used book buy back is conducted by the bookstore at the end of Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters, during finals days only.
*While classes are in session

Bus Ridership Program: Students are encouraged to ride the bus to campus and avoid parking problems. GHC students can obtain a transit pass good for riding the Grays Harbor Transit or Pacific Transit buses to and from campus. The transit routes reach most residents of the college district and provide a convenient means of transportation. The cost of the transit pass is covered under the comprehensive services fee. Replacement of a lost pass is $20/qtr.
Note: Transit passes are not available during summer quarter.

Child Care: Child care is available on campus at Grays Harbor College. For more information, please contact Wunderland Child Care at 538-4190.

Clubs and Organizations: The Club Coordinating Council (CCC), overseen by the Vice President of the ASGHC Student Government, serves to coordinate the activities, functions, membership, and structure of the college clubs and organizations. The CCC consists of representatives from all active student organizations. Membership in student clubs and organizations is open, with the exception of the Honor Societies, to all enrolled GHC students. Students also have the opportunity and are encouraged to charter and commence a club reflecting their own interests. For more information, visit the Student Programs Office (Room 171, 538-4078) in the Hiller Union Building (HUB).

Computer Labs: Computers are available for drop-in student use in rooms 644, 409, and the Spellman Library. Additional labs are available when classes are not in session. Contact Mark Holm at 538-4158 for specific lab hours. Computers are also available in Elma: 360-482-2743, Ilwaco: 360-642-9433 Raymond: 360-875-9466, and the Whiteside Education Center in Aberdeen: (360) 533-9779.

Counseling and Career Information: The Counseling and Advising Center (HUB, 538-4049) is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday evenings until 6:00 p.m. during Fall, Winter and Spring quarters. Comprehensive counseling services are provided in the areas of academic counseling, career/vocational counseling, and personal counseling. Appointments are recommended, however, morning drop-in hours are available.

Disabled Student Services: Services are available for handicapped and disabled students who provide documentation of a disabling condition(s). Accommodations, accessibility information, liaison with faculty, medical reserve parking, and community referral are some of the services available. (HUB, 538-4068); TTY line 538-4223

Emergency Financial Assistance: The Orkney Book Loan Fund is a loan meant to help students purchase required textbooks at the GHC Bookstore and cannot exceed $200. This loan is expected to be repaid by the end of the quarter and is not available to Freshman.
The UMAR Student Emergency Grant Fund provides emergency financial assistance in the form of a grant to the student or as a direct payment to a service provider or retailer. These grants do not exceed $250. For more information please call Student Services at 538-4066.

Equity & Diversity Resources: The mission of the Equity & Diversity Resource Center is to promote awareness, respect and equitable treatment of the diverse individuals and groups that exist within our campus and surrounding communities. For more information about programs and services, or to learn how you can become involved, please contact us at 538-4247 or edrc@chokermail.ghc.edu (Room 219).

Financial Aid: The Financial Aid Office provides assistance and advice to students. Grants, loans and part-time employment are available to meet the needs of individual students. The major responsibility for financing an education is with the students and/or the student's parents. Financial aid is intended only to assist students with their educational costs. Grants, loans and part-time employment are available to meet the needs of individual students. The Financial Aid Office is open 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Evening hours are provided during the first four evenings of the quarter, excluding Fridays, and every Tuesday during the remainder of the quarter from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., excluding summer quarter. (HUB, 538-4081).
HINT: Plan ahead and start early. Applying for aid can take several months to complete.

Fitness Center: The Athletic Department, Physical Education Department, and the ASB government have collaborated to bring all GHC students, faculty and staff opportunities to utilize our great facilities during designated hours. We are proud to offer participants a variety of cardio training equipment and an aerobic/strength circuit equipped with state-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment. Contact PE instructor Pam Aho at 538-4208 for information and encouragement. Train here before or after your classes and change your life!

Food Service: Charlie's Deli (GHC's Food Service operation) is open 7 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. with grill service until 1:00 p.m. while school is in session. Pop and snacks are also available from vending machines located in the HUB.

Graduation: One quarter before you plan to graduate you should complete a graduation application and turn it in to the Admissions and Records Office. Remember, if you do not apply we have no way of knowing that you are planning to graduate.

ID Cards: If you are taking day classes and have paid regular college tuition, you will be issued an ASGHC card. This grants the owner admission to selected student body activities, use of library and computer labs. You should carry your card at all times and be prepared to show it for admittance to these activities. A replacement card is $5. ID cards are issued in the Bookstore.

Jobs/Student Employment: The Job Placement Office offers a variety of services to assist students with their employment needs. Get help writing your resume or developing your interviewing skills. Learn about career opportunities as well as part-time job leads. If you qualify for work study, view work study openings and get your work study referral at this office. The Job Placement Office is located in Room 203-C, and the office is open 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday thru Thursday. Appointments can be arranged for those unable to get to the office during regurlary scheduled hours. Call 538-4098 to schedule an after hours appointment.

Learning Center Services: The GHC Learning Center is located on the first floor of the 1500 (library) building.  Services available include the Homework Lab, Individual Tutoring, Writing Desk, Computer Assisted Instruction, Learning Links, workshops, and a quarterly Student Success Conference.  Contact the Learning Center Coordinator at 360-538-4060 or the Learning Center at 360-538-4129.  All Learning Center services are free for all GHC students.

Library Services : Spellman Library houses a collection of instructional resources (books, journals, and electronic media resources) and provides InterLibrary Loan of materials to support the local collection (allow two weeks). Other services include: Internet access; multimedia equipment, such as digital cameras to support faculty assignments; regularly scheduled art shows featuring local and national artists; fax machine and copier (color copies available); The Eichelsdorfer collection of American Indian artifacts display; hole-punch, staplers, etc. and Reference Librarians. (538-4051)

Lockers: A limited number of lockers are available in the 400 building for you to store your books and personal belongings. Lockers are obtained on a first come, first serve basis. The student is responsible for his/her own lock. At the end of each quarter, students must empty the locker or leave signs which indicate they will return the following quarter. Any locks not removed by the student, will be cut off and the lockers emptied by campus maintenance staff.

Lost and Found: All items lost on campus are turned in and held at the Information window of Admissions and Records (HUB, 538-4100). Please check with this office for all lost and found concerns. Lost items can also be found on the Student Message Board.

Parking: Parking can be limited at different times of the day so allow yourself enough time before your first class to find a spot.
Medical reserve parking applications are available through the Disability Support Services (HUB 538-4068). Parking for persons with valid State of Washington disabled permits is available in a number of locations throughout campus.
Appeal forms are available in the Office for Student Services (Room 110).

Running Start: Running Start is a program created by the legislature which provides juniors and seniors in high school the opportunity to enroll in college courses. It provides the academically qualified students an opportunity to take college courses as part of their high school program. The GHC contact for this program can be reached at 538-4049 (HUB, Counseling Center).

Safety: Grays Harbor College employs one full-time person responsible for safety and security at the Aberdeen campus and the four off campus sites. The Director of Safety and Security’s office is located in the 2000 Building, room 2323 and can be contacted at (360) 538-4154 or at tsimone@ghc.edu. For GHC crime statistics, refer to Student's Right to Know, or the US Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education.

Student Government : The Associated Students of Grays Harbor College (ASGHC) has an office that is open every day. It is located in Hiller Union Building (Room 172, 538-4087) next to the television room. Please feel free to stop by to visit members of the student council or to ask questions.

Transcript Requests: Students requesting release of Grays Harbor College transcripts must do so in writing. The request must include name with middle initial, social security number, address, all former names, period of attendance, and signature. The transcript will not be sent without the student's signature. Grays Harbor College does not charge for transcripts. A Transcript Request Form is available from the Admissions and Records Office.
Please mail or fax the completed form to:

Grays Harbor College
Office of Admissions and Records
1620 Edward P. Smith Drive
Aberdeen, WA 98520
Fax: (360) 538-4293.

Note: If you have your student I.D. number and PIN you can access your unofficial transcript directly on the Information Kiosk. If you don't have your I.D. number and PIN you may request it in writing from the Admissions and Records Office.

Transition Services: The Transition Services Office provides assistance and advice to Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL), General Educational Development (GED), International, Returning and Non-traditional Students. Some of the services include:
• One-on-one and/or group orientations
• Admission Application
• College Placement Test
• Financial Aid
• Registration
• Professional and Vocational Advising
• Presentations
The Transition Services office is located in Room 1518, and the office is open 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday thru Thursday. Se ofrece asistencia en español.

"TRiO" - Student Success & Study Skills: The TRiO Office (Room 1514, 538-4076) provides all sorts of different assistance to students who are new or unfamiliar with the college system. The program's activities are designed to increase your academic success at the college and assist you in your transfer to four- year schools. Stop by our office and talk with us!

Tutoring: All students are eligible to receive the free tutoring on campus. Tutoring hours are flexible to accommodate most schedules. This program is staffed by students who have successfully completed the course for which they tutor, have instructor approval and have been trained in aspects of tutoring. For more information contact Laura Ratcliff (Room 1517, 538-4060).

Veteran's Benefits: The Veteran's Office will assist students with all Veterans Educational Benefits. Information about and applications for VA programs is offered in the VA office (HUB, Financial Aid, 538-4082). This office is staffed a limited number of hours per week. Please check on specific hours of service.

WorkFirst Services: Tuition assistance for low-income working families. Located in the Counseling Center, Room 141. To contact us call, (360) 538-4058 or 1-800-562-4830, Ext. # 4058.

Writing Assistance: Help is available for research papers and writing assignments for any class. The Writing Desk is located in the Learning Center on the first floor of the Spellman Library in room 1519. Contact the Writing Desk Staff at (360) 538-4129.

GRAYS HARBOR COLLEGE
1620 Edward P. Smith Drive
Aberdeen, WA 98520

(360) 532-9020 or toll-free (in WA state) 1-(800) 562-4830
Fax: (360) 538-4299

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