Student Services

Student Engagement

Student Body

All students have representation in student government and are encouraged to participate in student-sponsored activities and other activities supported by student service fees. The Office of Student Engagement supports success by providing quality opportunities that complement educational programs and enhance the collegiate experience for Brazosport College students. The Office of Student Engagement also provides support for Student Wellness and Basic Needs, all student organizations, New Student Orientation, Health and Wellness programming, the Swamp, and the Fitness Loft. For more information, visit the Student Engagement web page.

Student Wellness and Basic Needs

The Student Wellness and Basic Needs program supports student success by providing access to the most essential resources required for students to thrive.  The Student Wellness and Basic Needs program delivers direct services and supports, connects students to critical on-campus and community resources, and provides educational and empowerment opportunities toward holistic student wellness. Additional information may be found on the Student Engagement webpage.

Intramural Sports

The Intramural Sports program serves the students of Brazosport College by providing opportunities to participate in various individual and team recreational activities, regardless of performance abilities. Intramural events include open gym times, tournaments, and trips to compete in the Gulf Coast Intercollegiate Consortium intramural events. Please visit the Intramural Sports webpage for additional information on Intramural opportunities.

Clubs and Organizations

Brazosport College offers a wide variety of student clubs and organizations for students. To review a list of student organizations, visit the Student Engagement web page.

Student groups seeking to be recognized as an official organization and to be eligible to operate on the campus must complete the recognition process through the Office of Student Engagement which will determine the organization’s eligibility. If the group is eligible for recognition, the Director of Student Engagement will make the recommendation to the Dean of Student Success and the College President for final approval.

Student Health and Wellness

Your success as a student goes hand-in-hand with your health and wellness. We’re here to help you get moving! With intramural sports, special events and programs, and a fully equipped Fitness Loft, we can help you maintain your physical fitness, as well as develop healthy habits and balanced behaviors. Visit the Health and Wellness webpage for additional information.

Phi Theta Kappa

Brazosport College has a local chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the only internationally acclaimed honor society serving two-year colleges. To be eligible for active membership, students must have completed at least 12 semester hours working toward an associate or bachelor degree or 6 semester hours working toward a certificate at Brazosport College, and have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on all college-level coursework attempted. Induction ceremonies are conducted in the fall and spring semesters. Contact Alicia Hodge, Lead Advisor, at 979-230-3311 or phi.theta.kappa@brazosport.edu.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) was established more than three decades ago through the Student Government Committee which was appointed by the student body. The committee formulated a model constitution which was adopted by the student body in October 1969. The first student senate was elected and installed at that time.

The SGA provides representation for students and support for all student organizations. SGA provides opportunities for students to participate in college decision-making processes and planning and to practice self-government. The SGA officers and representatives are elected by the student body. For information on SGA or to become involved, check the SGA webpage, or  call 979-230-3355 or 979-230-3550.

Advising

Student Assistance

Students are encouraged to contact any faculty or staff member for assistance on educational, vocational, or other related topics. All full-time faculty members maintain daily office hours for student conferences.

Advising and Student Resource Center

The student success advisors are dedicated to providing the support and guidance that students need to reach their educational objectives. Enrolled or prospective students are encouraged to visit with an advisor for assistance with academic advisement that might include exploring majors and setting educational goals, assistance with college placement tests, academic or technical course planning, and help with university transfer questions. Advisors are trained to provide additional services for students with accommodations, pregnant and parenting students, and students seeking veteran’s benefits. These services also include licensed professional counseling and utilize a variety of referral resources both on campus and in the community to enhance student success.  Advisors are also able to provide transfer services coaching to facilitate a transfer experience that emplowers students to success at BC and beyond.

Pathways Center

The Pathways Center supports Brazosport College’s Mission for Student Success.  Through structured and collaborative coaching relationships, students are connected to campus resources and supported to reach their education, career, and personal goals. The Pathways Center provides student success services in the areas of transfer, career, financial wellness and academic advising and support.

Career Services

Career Services Coaching - assist students on their path to a successful career by providing strategic career guidance, resources, and programs to help students strengthen academic and career goals, establish career plans, develop career-readiness competencies, and make successful career transitions.

• Helping students explore majors and careers by identifying individual strengths and creating a plan of action.
• Utilizing Career Coach, a user-friendly career exploration platform, students can research academic majors and workforce programs by assessing their values, skills, and interests and connecting to current local data on wages, employment, and job postings. 
• Getting help with job search training by 1-1 career coaching, resume and cover letter writing assistance, face-to-face and remote interview practice, and personal branding support.
• Career services assist students with their job search, connects them with employers, and helps navigate the changing job market.

For more information about any of these services or to make an appointment, please contact Career Services.

Contact: Susan Lancaster, Director of Student Achievement and Success

Email: CareerServices@brazosport.edu

Transfer Services

Transfer Services Coaching - facilitates transfer experiences that empower students to succeed at Brazosport College and beyond.

• Providing holistic transfer advising including the preparation required for successful transfer, including housing, financial aid, and admission applications.
• Targeted transfer experiences equipping students with the knowledge and skills to transition to the next step in their educational pathway.
• Providing workshops, college fairs, and meetings with college recruiters.
• Supporting students during the transfer process.
• 1-1 transfer coaching to prepare students academically and personally for the transfer process, including transfer-focused financial coaching and developing transfer timelines to ensure a successful transition.

For more information about any of these services or to make an appointment, please contact Transfer Services.

Transfer Services Coordinator: Gladys Gomez

Email: transfer@brazosport.edu

Website: www.brazosport.edu/transfer

Financial Wellness Services

The Office of Student Engagement provides personal financial education, personalized goal tracking and connects students to on campus and community resources.

• Providing financial wellness planning to improve money management skills and personal finance decisions.
• Connecting students to established resources on campus and external organizations.
• Leading financial wellness and literacy workshops.
• Providing budgeting tools and credit resources.

For more information about any of these services or to make an appointment, please contact the Office of Student Engagement

Academic Support Services

Academic Advising & Coaching - provides integrated social, emotional, and academic support to assist students with expanded opportunity for learning and development.

• Individual academic coaching with students discussing academic and personal goals.
• Creating strategies for overcoming obstacles to academic success.
• Teaching the use of academic tools and resources to understand GPA calculation.
• Academic advising and course selection.
• Connecting to campus resources.

For more information about any of these services or to make an appointment, please contact the Pathways Center.

Contact: Susan Lancaster, Director of Student Achievement and Success

Email: pathwayscenter@brazosport.edu

Library

The Library

The Brazosport College Library contains print, media, and electronic collections designed to support academic success and the enrichment of its student body, faculty, staff, and community. During the campus renovations, the library is located in the student pavilion. The library provides not only research and leisure reading collections, but equipment, study space, and events that bring the campus together.

Knowledgeable and helpful library staff are available to assist with research (including citation help), 21^st Century literacy instruction, and other information needs in person and online. Students can engage with a librarian via one-on-one consultations or through the library’s 24/7 chat program, which provides around the clock assistance to students through a librarian cooperative.

All resources available through the library are accessible through the library’s website. This includes the print collection through the library’s automated catalog, research help and tutorials through our LibGuides, and full-text scholarly journal articles and database discovery. The library provides digital access to current and archival periodicals, thousands of electronic books and audiobooks, and streaming video for students, faculty, and staff that can be accessed anytime, anywhere. The Interlibrary Loan service can be used to request access to publications not available through the library.

The library provides several study rooms for private or group study. Reservations can be made online up to two weeks in advance on the online booking calendar, or in person at the library’s main desk. Computer workstations, study tables, and printing and copying are available in the library. Printing is free for students. Graphic calculators and webcams are available for semester-long checkout, along with select textbooks and other materials provided by instructors.

Class tours, orientations, and specialized presentations may be scheduled by calling 979-230-3310. During the fall and spring semesters, the library hosts a variety of workshops and events for staff/faculty and students. Students can attend and win a prize for participating.

For more information, please visit the Library’s website at www.brazosport.edu/library or email refdesk@brazosport.edu

Library hours:

Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Veterans Affairs

Veterans and eligible dependents who want to apply for veteran’s educational benefits should contact the Veterans’ Advisor before they register. Because certification is done at the student’s request, veterans should contact the Veterans’ Advisor each semester.

Student Success Center

Brazosport College Student Success Center exists to provide a variety of academic support services to all students. These services include the transitional course Learning Framework, Supplemental Instruction (or SI), the Brazosport College Writing Center, the Brazosport College Math Center, Student Mentor support, along with other forms of tutoring, and workshops. Research strongly supports the use of services at the Student Success Center. Students who take advantage of these services earn higher grades, are more likely to stay in college and graduate at a higher rate.

Learning Framework (EDUC1300)

The Learning Framework course teaches techniques for learning that are based on sound educational findings and learning theory. It is a course that has immediate applications for the student. Topics covered in the Learning Framework course include:

• How college is different than high school
• How to be an “A” student
• How to use myBC, BC email, p-drive, Desire2Learn
• Taking notes
• Active learning
• Motivation
• Goal setting
• Time management
• Memory
• Preparing for exams
• Improving reading
• Improving writing,
• Career explorations
• Learning styles
• Managing stress
• Fiscal management

For questions about Learning Framework, contact the Transitional Educational Department, at 979-230-3184.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) & Science Tutoring

E. 221, BC Central Building, Student Success Center

HS. 224, Sadler Health & Science Complex

979-230-3433

www.brazosport.edu/si

Brazosport College offers both Supplemental Instruction (SI) and Tutoring to support student success. These free academic support programs provide opportunities for students to strengthen their understanding of course material, develop effective study strategies, and improve their overall academic performance.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a peer-led academic support program designed to reinforce course concepts through collaborative, hands-on learning. SI Leaders, who have successfully completed the course-preferably with the same instructor-attend lectures, take notes, and facilitate interactive study sessions outside of class. These structured sessions occur three or more times per week and integrate “how to learn” with “what to learn,” helping students build confidence and retention of course material. Participation in SI is strongly encouraged, as students who engage in SI sessions tend to earn higher grades than those who do not.

Tutoring provides individualized academic support for students enrolled in supported courses. Available seven days a week from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, these sessions offer flexible assistance tailored to students’ needs, including help with homework, test preparation, concept reinforcement, and study strategies. Whether students need clarification on complex topics or want to improve their problem-solving skills, Tutoring provides a supportive environment to foster learning and academic growth.

For more details, including a list of supported courses, contact information, and how to become an SI Leader, please visit the Supplemental Instruction & Tutoring website.

Writing Center

Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 8 pm

Friday, 8 am to 12 noon

E.220, BC Central Building, Student Success Center

979-230-3460

writingcenter@brazosport.edu

The Brazosport College Writing Center (BCWC) is a place where all readers, writers, and speakers are encouraged to develop efficacy with rhetorical literacies. Our mission is to provide a space where every student can become a more confident reader, writer, and speaker, and we realize this mission through our workshops, events, and one-on-one consultations as well as our ongoing partnerships with faculty and staff.

Services for Students

Along with walk-in visits, we also allow students to schedule appointments in advance by visiting the BC Writing Center online or calling us at 979.230.3460, and students have a choice between 25 minute and 55 minute session lengths.

Students can expect to receive assistance in becoming more effective readers and communicators in speaking and writing. The Writing Center Consultants can help you with:

• reading comprehension,
• reading and researching sources for your writing projects,
• brainstorming possible topics in response to an assignment,
• developing ideas,
• maintaining your focus in your writing,
• organizing and outlining speeches,
• rehearsing PowerPoint presentations,
• formatting academic writing following MLA, APA, and CMS standards, and
• discovering and learning how to control persistent patterns of error.

While we don’t provide proofreading services, we will work to enable you to become a better editor of your own work.

Math Center

Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 8 pm

Friday, 8 am to 12 noon

E.201/203, BC Central Building, Student Success Center

979-230-3515

mathcenter@brazosport.edu

Teams:  mathcenter

www.brazosport.edu/mathcenter

Brazosport College is committed to empowering students by providing the resources they need to excel academically. One such resource is the Math Center, which is available free of charge to all BC students.

The Math Center features a team of dedicated and knowledgeable tutors who assist students in Math, Chemistry, Physics, BCIS, Business courses, and Drafting on a drop-in or online basis. Support for additional courses may vary by semester. The Center also offers assistance with TSIA2, High School Equivalency, HESI, AVAB exam preparation.

The Math Center’s comprehensive tutoring program includes three levels of training-Level I (Certified Tutor), Level II (Advanced Tutor), and Level III (Master Tutor)-internationally certified through the College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA). This training ensures our tutors are exceptionally qualified to help students master course content and develop key success strategies such as time management, learning techniques, growth mindset, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness. Our goal is to support you throughout your educational journey and help you achieve success.

In addition to expert tutoring, the Math Center provides a safe and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to ask questions and deepen their understanding of mathematical and related concepts. Tutors are skilled at breaking down complex problems into manageable steps, helping students grasp underlying principles with confidence.

If you need help with math or a math-related course, visit the Math Center-a welcoming space designed to help you reach your full potential.

Kickstart your academic success with the Brazosport College Math Center today!

BC Student Mentors

The Student Mentor program is a free service that provides academic, social, and support services to first-year students.  Student mentors are experienced peer leaders who provide first-hand insight on navigating the college experience and promote student success.The Student Mentor office is located in the Student Success Center, E. 213; drop-ins are welcome or schedule an appointment to get priority service. **Office hours are subject to change each semester.

The Student Mentor Program offers a safe haven for BC students seeking:

• Academic & Social Support
• Study Strategies & Tips
• Campus Resources
• Advocacy between Counselors, Professors & College Departments
• Referral services

Mentor Office Number: 979- 230-3439
BCMentoringProgram@brazosport.edu
Program Director: Vivian L. Rodgers

Other Academic Supports Services

The Student Success Center provides three study rooms that are available for student use, along with thirteen computers with printing capabilities.  Students are encouraged to reserve these study rooms to collaborate with classmates to work on projects and assignments. A conference room is also available and can be reserved for large group meetings.

Students who desire assistance in a subject not listed or have questions about these additional services contact the Student Success Center, at 979-230-3184.