Student Assistance - LaGuardia Community College - CUNY

New Elevators in the
C-Building
New elevators should make getting to and
from classes in the C building much easier.
Two new passenger elevators were up and
running in August. With the addition of the
two elevators, there are now a total of six
passenger elevators in the building. Students,
faculty and staff can expect reduced waiting
time and reliable service. Improving the
quality and availability of elevators has been
a major focus of the College; prior to the new
elevators, the four existing elevators on the
east side were modernized and equipped
with new cabs and dispatch controls.
Construction of the two new elevators
began in late 2009. The project included
major demolition performed at night to avoid
disruptions to classes and services. Two
new elevator shafts were cut, floors were
reinforced and elevator machine rooms
were built on the roof and in the basement.
Above each elevator is a numerical
position indicator which are designed to
inform anyone waiting which floor it’s on.
Hopefully within the next several months, the
new LCD monitors will also be operational on
every floor displaying the status and location
of all six elevators.
Happy Riding!
Health Services Center
Emergency medical care is available at
LaGuardia Community College 24 hours a day
through the combined efforts of the Public Safety
Department and the Health Services Center.
Services are available from the Health Services
Center Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to
9:00 p.m. Any emergency occurring outside the
normal hours of operation of the Health Services
Center will be handled by Public Safety.
In the event of an emergency, remain calm, go
to the nearest house phone and call Public Safety
at extension 5555. Follow their instructions; the
appropriate emergency personnel will be
dispatched to your location.
If you are seeking non-emergency medical
attention, go to the Health Services Center:
MB-40, in the M building basement, close to the
gym.
Scope of Services
Our holistic approach provides health
counseling, community based referrals for the
College community, education and information
seminars for students about risky behaviors. We
partner with community-based organizations to
provide additional health education and services.
Health education, first aid, emergency response,
and HIV testing all significantly affect a student’s
ability to remain in school. Many students have
stated that the caring services provided by the
Health Services Center personnel have exceeded
their expectations.
Services Provided
The Health Services Center is committed to
the mission of the College and University,
allowing students to attain their academic goals
by minimizing student health problems and risks.
To do so, we offer a wide array of student services,
including:
• Maintenance of immunization documents
• Immunization clinics for measles, mumps,
rubella, hepatitis B, and influenza
• Over the counter medications, free of charge
• Feminine hygiene products, free of charge
• First aid treatment and emergency response
• Initiation of the Medical Leave of Absence
process
• Health care counseling and referrals to
community based organizations
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Glucose and cholesterol testing
• Forums for health care education and
prevention strategies
• HIV testing and Peer Health Educator
training and outreach services through
the HELPS Program
• Outreach services
Delivery of Services
The Health Services Center consists of an
administrative coordinator, a Registered Nurse,
a Paramedic, an Emergency Medical Technician,
and health care and administrative assistants.
Services are provided to support the needs of the
entire College community. The Health Services
Center works closely with all departments within
the College and supports the health needs of
special populations, including but not limited to
the Early Childhood Learning Center and the
high schools affiliated with LaGuardia.
40 Years and Counting!
Stop by the display cases outside the Library
to see photos and memorabilia from the
College’s last 40 years and today.
LaGuardia Community College
Transfer Rep on Campus
Have questions about the CUNY transfer
process? Caren Graham, Transfer Admission
Coordinator at CUNY, will be at the Office
of Transfer Services (B215) on Wednesday,
September 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
to answer questions about transfer.
No appointment is necessary.
December 8, 1980 – The LaGuardia
Community College Choir led by
conductor John Williams performs live
in a nationally televised broadcast during
the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting
ceremony.
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