Our Mission
The mission of Student Support Services at Ocean County College is to assist and encourage first-generation college students, income-eligible college students, and/or college students with disabilities through the completion of a credential. We operate in a holistic, inclusive, and collaborative environment while delivering services that will immerse students in a challenging and engaging student experience. SSS emboldens students to be self-driven; to discover their own barriers, seek out solutions, and develop a positive mindset in their journey toward success.
Eligibility Requirements
Do you meet any of these eligibility requirements?
- You are a first generation student*
- You meet federal income guidelines, found on the U.S. Department of Education website
- You are a student with a disability
- You have an academic need (placed into developmental math and/or English, GPA less than 2.5, struggling to pass courses, recommended to SSS by a faculty or staff members, high rate of F & W grades)
- “You are a citizen or national of the United States or meet the residency requirements for Federal student financial assistance”
* First Generation: parents/guardians did not complete a bachelor’s degree or whose primary custodial parent/guardian did not complete a bachelor’s degree.
Free Program Advantages
Free Program Advantages:
- One-On-One Professional Tutoring
- Academic Planning & Advising—for transfer to a 4-year institution and/or career
- Academic Coaching—keeping you motivated to reach your goals
- Financial Literacy Education—to help you make smart, financial decisions
- Social Engagement & Leadership Development—attend trips and conferences to discover your purpose and build your network
Academic Coaching
Academic Coaching:
All SSS Scholars should have a preliminary meeting with the SSS Academic Coach (Barbara McCormack) to take/review LASSI and to determine their need for academic coaching/set appointments for the semester.
Academic Advising
Academic Advising:
- All SSS Scholars MUST meet with their SSS Academic Advisor (Briana Cerbone) before registering for classes.
- You must also contact Briana BEFORE making any changes to your class schedule (drop/add/withdrawal)
- Advising for summer semesters is currently underway
- Advising for the 2024FA semester is anticipated to begin end of March or early April.
- SSS Priority Registration for 2024SP is scheduled to begin mid-April.
- Watch your text messages & emails for more info. Please schedule your appts with Briana early as
- her calendar will fill quickly!
TRiO Activities
Unless otherwise noted, Ocean County College Student Support Services (SSS) events and activities are only open to SSS participants.
All Activities noted with (*) fulfill a requirement of the Student Support Services program.
Sign-ups for all events are located in the SSS Main Office (R113) – please see Kate Moreno, kmoreno@bwjixie.com
Trip, Workshops, and Events are posted on the bulletin boards in the SSS Community Room, SSS Tutoring Room & SSS Main Office
SSS Email: studentsupportservices@bwjixie.com
SSS Phone: 732-255-0539
SSS Text: 833-501-3100 – You must opt-in to send and receive text messages
Fall 2024 Events
Important Academic Information
Supplemental Aid Applications: will be due to the SSS Office no later than 4:30 PM on Friday, April 25, 2025 – no exceptions will be made.
- Students anticipated to graduate at the end of the 2024 Fall semester, applications will be due to the SSS Office no later than 4:30 PM on Friday, December 6, 2024 – no exceptions will be made.
- Please ensure the application is completed in full and is legible PRIOR to submission. We must be able to read you application.
- All requirements must be satisfied to be eligible
- Regular Academic Advising/Grad Review appointments DO NOT count towards your 5 required activities
- Please speak with Alison if there is a documented extenuating circumstance that would prevent you from completing a required activity. We CANNOT offer any potential accommodations unless you communicate PRIOR to application submission.
- SSS staff will not verify information on application prior to its submission
- It is YOUR responsibility to ensure accuracy and thoroughness. Make sure you get staff signatures/initials if they are needed to verify your attendance at an event.
- If you are unsure if an event can be used to satisfy a requirement, just ask!! Attendance verification will need to be attached.
Academic Advising:
- All SSS Scholars MUST meet with their SSS Academic Advisor (Briana Cerbone) before registering for classes.
- You must also contact Briana BEFORE making any changes to your class schedule (drop/add/withdrawal)
- Advising for the 2025SP semester is anticipated to begin on October 24, 2024 – don’t wait to schedule your advising appointment
- SSS Priority Registration for 2025SP is anticipated to begin on October 24, 2024
- Summer class availability is anticipated to be posted in December 2024
- Watch your text messages & emails for specific information. Please schedule your appointments with Briana early!!
Academic Coaching:
- All SSS Scholars should have a preliminary meeting with the SSS Academic Coach (Barbara McCormack) to take/review LASSI and to determine their need to academic coaching/set appointments for the semester.
Student Support Services Club
The Student Support Service Club, open to all 365球赛平台 students, is tailored specifically for participants in the SSS Program. The purpose of the club is to emphasize the attainment of leadership skills, attain a sense of community and connectedness, as well as provide opportunities for community involvement and outreach.
For more information:
The Student Support Services office is located in:
W. Kable Russell Building (#7) Room 113
Our office hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Evening & late hours by appointment only.
Program staff can be reached by:
Direct Phone: 732-255-0539
Email: studentsupportservices@bwjixie.com
SSS Office Staff
Alison Noone
Student Support Services Director
732-255-0400 ext. 2138
anoone@bwjixie.com
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 112
Helen Konz
Student Support Services Coordinator
732-255-0400 x2373
hkonz@bwjixie.com
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 111
Kate Moreno
Student Support Services Technician
732-255-0400 x7027
kmoreno@bwjixie.com
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 113
Briana Cerbone
Student Support Services Specialist
732-255-0400 x 2352
bcerbone@bwjixie.com
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 115
Barbara McCormack
Student Support Services Academic Coach
732-255-0400 x2228
bmccormack@bwjixie.com
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 116