A Caring Campus - #wallacestatecaresWSCC Cares

Wallace State Community College became one of 20 community colleges across the U.S. designated as a ‘Caring Campus' by the Institute for Evidence-Based Change when it was selected for the initiative in 2020. The Caring Campus Initiative represents an ongoing commitment to connect with, and support, students to help them reach their educational goals with care and includes everything from the way students are greeted on campus to the services the College provides.

As a result of Wallace State's work in this area, the College has opened a food pantry to address hunger among students, made free mental health services available to students on campus, established a center for career and workforce development, including a work wardrobe where students can find clothes for interviewing, implemented success advising, established a Veteran’s meeting area and a mother's lounge, and worked with the Wallace State Future Foundation to make emergency funds available for essential needs like transportation, among other services.

 

Resources Available to Students

TUTORING LAB

Wallace State Tutoring Labs offer FREE academic tutoring for Wallace State students. The lab at the Hanceville location includes a computer courtyard with access to 25 computers.

English • Math • Science • Resume Building • And More!

Main Campus - JBC 8th Floor, 256.352.7821
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 am-6 pm;  Friday 8 am-2 pm

Oneonta Academic Center - Room 127
Call 205.625.4020 for current hours

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CAREER SERVICES

Wallace State Career Services is committed to assisting students in achieving career readiness by developing employment soft skills, coordinating apprenticeships/internships/co-op, job placement, sharing career opportunities, and supporting students and graduates in securing employment.

Apprenticeships/Internships/Co-Ops • Job Fairs
Career Planning • Workshops • Resume Building

The Work Wardrobe offers free professional attire and styling tips for students seeking employment. The Work Wardrobe is located in JBC 904.

Contact us: JBC 11th floor or 256.352.8461

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VETERANS' CORNER

Wallace State offers the Veterans’ Corner to student veterans who need a place to study, congregate or unwind.

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6th Floor of Library

MOTHER'S LOUNGE

The Wallace State Association of Nursing Students offers a private room for nursing mothers to use a breast pump, with a refrigerator for storage and additional supplies. Go to the Nursing Administration office on the third floor of the School of Nursing and Center for Science for access to the room.

School of Nursing and Center for Science

SUCCESS ADVISING

Success Advisors meet regularly with students and provide them with the structure, tools and motivation they need to persist through challenges and get the most out of their education. Located in the Center for Student Success, our advisors can help you choose classes, plan your schedule and put you on the pathway to completing your program. 

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PROGRAM SERVICES

Any student may utilize these services offered through programs on campus:
Agriculture/Horticulture Plant Sales (256.352.8035)
Auto Service (256.352.8151) 
• Cleanings, X-rays, teeth whitening through Dental Hygiene (256.352.8300)
• Cosmetology services by Salon and Spa Management (256.352.7819)
• Access to the Wellness Center (256.352.8354)

LIONS' KITCHEN

Lions Kitchen LogoLions’ Kitchen is a free food pantry open to all Wallace State students. Located in Room 106 of the Student Center.

During Regular Business Hours, stop by or call 256.352.8462
Contact Campus Police after hours at 256.735.9975

Visit Lions' Kitchen

MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING 

Free Counseling Services for Students! Completely Confidential, 20+Jamie Newman Years Experience, No Problem Too Big or Small. 
Located in the Bailey Center, 3rd Floor - Office 306. Also available virtually.
Contact us
Phone: 256.427.9336
After Hours Crisis Line: 256.737.2000

Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:00am to 7:00pm

Virtual counseling (teletherapy)

Virtual sessions available after first in-person session.

BetterMynd, an online therapy platform with a diverse network ofBetterMynd Logo licensed mental health counselors, is also available.

These 50-minute live video sessions are private and confidential and can take place from the convenience of your laptop, smartphone, or tablet.

Teletherapy sessions are available during the day, at night, and on weekends, so you can get support whenever it's best for you.

Get Started!

Register for BetterMynd here! Questions? Email Bettermynd

After-hours Crisis Line: 256.737.2000 • Emergencies: Dial 911

National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (and Veterans Crisis Line) 
Available 24 hours • Call or text 988

Are you concerned about yourself or a classmate? We want to help. Submit a Care Report

SUICIDE PREVENTION

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

Call the Lifeline at 800-273-8255

Visit the NIMH Suicide Prevention website.

Visit the Suicide Prevention Lifeline website.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES



There are several services available to students and community members throughout Central and North Alabama. These services are offered for free of charge or at minimal cost. Take a look!

View the Community Resource Guide

Have a need and are unsure where to start, contact Christine Wiggins: 256.352.8462, Christine.wiggins@wallacestate.edu

 

“This initiative is a natural next step in our evolution to provide superior customer service for a holistic student experience, with wraparound services that address not only education but the many contributing factors that influence student success.”
--Wallace State President Dr. Vicki Karolewics