Student Opportunity, Success and Achievement Center (SOSAC)
Supporting Students from Underrepresented Populations
The SOSAC has been designed to assists first-generation, Pell Grant-eligible, and underrepresented, students to succeed academically, socially, and professionally at PVCC. The SOSAC’s primary goals are to help students be successful in their collegiate careers and give rise to graduates with high academic achievement and preparedness for transfer and/or employment while closing the academic achievement gap.
Mission
The mission of the Student Opportunity Success and Achievement Center is to assist students with maintaining momentum while working towards their academic goals.
Vision
To foster an environment of inclusion through exposure to academic, cultural, and career-based opportunities for those populations.
Services
- Academic and Career Planning
Students will develop an educational and career plan to guide them during their time at PVCC.
- Dedicated Space
PVCC has created a dedicated space for the SOSAC. The center will provide students with access to technology, information about the college, and community resources.
- Scholarships and Financial Assistance Opportunities
We will provide information about federal, state and local financial resources that are available to students and meet their needs.
- Personalized Momentum Coach:
Faculty, staff and community members have volunteered to guide you through the challenges of higher education, help you establish goals, and track your progress.
- Non-Academic Assessment Assistance
Each student will complete a non-academic assessment to identify potential barriers to reaching their goals. Students will then work with a team to address these barriers.
- Monthly Workshops/Meetings
- College Visits (HBCU, Private, Ivy League)
- Community Service Projects
- Financial and Life Skills
- Personal/Professional Development
- Student Leadership Opportunities