Our Mission
The mission of Student Support Services at Ocean County College is to assist and encourage first-generation college students, low-income college students and/or college students with disabilities through 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.
How to Apply
Submit a Completed Prescreen Application!
Applications are available via this website, email, or in person. Spots are limited!
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)
* 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:
- 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
Upcoming Events
Unless otherwise noted, Ocean County College Student Support Services (SSS) events and activities are only open to SSS participants.
Financial Literacy Event* (All SSS Students must attend one Financial Literacy event)
- Wednesday, October 26th – Larson Student Center – Bldg. #8 (small cafeteria)
Get Connected Events* (All SSS Students must attend one Get Connected Event)
All are held in the SSS Community Room
- Wednesday, Sept. 28th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Monday, October 17th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, November 15th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday, December 14th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Career Workshop**
- Career & Major Exploration - Tuesday, October 4th at 2:00pm in SSS Workshop Room
- Job & Internship Search – Tuesday, November 8th at 11:00am in SSS Workshop Room
Financial Aid Workshops
- Offered monthly – For more information contact us:
Phone: 732-255-0400, Ext. 2352.
Email: studentsupportservices@ocean.edu
Personal Development Workshop
- Thursday, December 8th from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – SSS Community Room
Transfer Workshop
- Tuesday, November 1st at 10:00 am – SSS Workshop Room
College Visits
- Rowan University – Tuesday, October 11th
Social /Cultural Events (Please contact us for dates and more information)
- Trips to NYC
- Trip to Eastern State Penitentiary
- Club FLI events and activities
- More to come!
Academic Advising:
All SSS Students must meet with their SSS Academic Advisor (Briana Cerbone) before registering.
SSS Priority Registration for Spring 2023 begins November 7, 2022. Make your advising appointment ASAP.
All Activities noted with (*) fulfill a requirement of the Student Support Services program.
Student Support Services Club
The Student Support Service Club, open to all OCC 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.
CONTACT INFORMATION
The Student Support Services office is located in:
W. Kable Russell Building (#7) Room 113
Program staff can be reached by
Phone: 732-255-0400, Ext. 2352.
Email: studentsupportservices@ocean.edu
SSS Office Staff
Alison Noone
Student Support Services Director
732-255-0400 ext. 2138
anoone@ocean.edu
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 112
Helen Konz
Student Support Services Coordinator
732-255-0400 x2373
hkonz@ocean.edu
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 111
Briana Cerbone
Student Support Services Specialist
732-255-0400 x 2352
bferlisi@ocean.edu
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 113
Barbara McCormack
Student Support Services Academic Coach
732-255-0400 x2228
bmccormack@ocean.edu
Russell Bldg. (#7) Room 116