On April 6, the International Student Organization (ISO) students participated at the International Student Recognition Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol in Oklahoma City. On the marbled floors of the Oklahoma State Capitol, surrounded with students from over 44 countries, all studying in colleges and universities from around Oklahoma, the ISOstudents were there to promote […]
Hey, my name is BLU, TCC’s new virtual assistant
If you have been on the Tulsa Community College (TCC) website recently, you may have noticed a new feature. In the lower right-hand side of the page is a blue dialogue box. This tool lets you engage with TCC’s first ever virtual assistant. BLU is a chat bot, which was funded by the TCC Foundation, […]
Gathering Place relaunches Discovery Lab
For those who have visited Gathering Place recently, there is a new addition. It is called The Discovery Lab. The lab is a children’s museum specifically for children, located at the Gathering Place. Alexandra Waetjen, executive assistant of Discovery Lab, said the Discovery Lab has been in the works since 2008. “The original site opened […]
NBC’s “3rd Hour TODAY” co-host to serve as guest of Tulsa Community College Media Day
NBC Today Show and 3rd Hour of TODAY’s cohost Sheinelle Jones will be a guest lecturer during a question and answer session for Tulsa Community College (TCC) and TCC Connection’s Media Day on March 1 at 10 a.m. KJRH anchor/reporter Naomi Keitt will be a co-moderator. For individuals in communications or who have a desire […]
Metro Campus Success Center will be completed by summer 2022
Editor’s Note: The construction project is a developing story. TCC Connection recently received additional information on the subject. The article has been updated with the new information. New construction began at Tulsa Community College (TCC) Metro Campus in fall 2021. Because of these changes, some services were moved to different locations on the campus. According […]
TCC celebrates new graduates with return to in-person commencement at Expo Square Pavilion
On Dec. 10, Tulsa Community College (TCC) gathered students, faculty, staff, and the community to celebrate the Fall 2021 graduating class. The two Commencement ceremonies were divided by academic departments. The programs were held at the Expo Square Pavilion. The Schools of Allied Health and Science and Mathematics kicked off the ceremonies at 6 p.m. […]
“$2 Tuesdays For Students” at Circle Cinema
Circle Cinema recently announced a new discount offer for students available every Tuesday. With a valid school ID, a student may purchase a movie ticket for only $2. Students also have access to an exclusive $4 concession combo, which comes with a regular-sized soft drink and a small popcorn. With a purchase of a ticket […]
County Wide Law Enforcement comes together for hiring event
Tulsa County held a recent hiring event. There were more than 10 booths participating at the program on July 27. Currently, law enforcement and civilian positions are open to the public, (Deputy Sheriff, Police Officer, Troopers, 911 Dispatch, Dentation Officer, Clerk, and Maintenance). The event was open to the public, thus walk ins were welcomed. […]
SNAPS: Pride returns to Tulsa
Tulsa Pride was hosted by Oklahomans for Equality (OKEQ), located on the corner of 4th Street and Kenosha. This year, 2021, was the largest pride in the event’s history and first-time participants made up roughly 60 percent of the parade procession according to the Tulsa Police Department. An estimated 40,000 attendees enjoyed the parade. To […]
TCC using federal funds to forgive outstanding balances – Clears path for thousands to continue with college
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following press release was provided by the Tulsa Community College (TCC) Media Relations department on Aug. 3, 2021. The release was edited for clarification. For more information about the forgiving outstanding tuition balance program, contact studentaccounts@tulsacc.edu and include the student’s name and college ID number. Knowing individuals continue to struggle with the impact of […]