Educational Assistance Center

EAC services are provided free of charge to qualified students.

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Serving You During this Difficult Time

The Educational Service Center (EAC) is committed to continued service to our students. Because of best public health practices and in compliance with state and local requirements for social distancing, services will be provided by phone and through the internet. PLEASE REMEMBER THAT, WITH FEW EXCEPTIONS, THE CAMPUS IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO STUDENTS. For information on the availability of other Student Services, including Library and Computer Labs, check individual department web pages, or call that department.

Educational Services Center Services

Classes

All classes are currently being taught in an online format to support social distancing. If you are having any difficulties with the online format, as a first step, inform your instructor.

Counseling

Counseling is currently being done by phone and video conferencing. Call the EAC to schedule an appointment. At that time, you will be given further information about how this works. If you require ASL interpreting services for your counseling appointment, please inform us and include your contact information. You will be contacted to set up an counseling appointment with interpreting service.

Accommodations

Information about Tutoring, Testing, and Alternate Media accommodations is given below under Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s). Questions about ASL interpreting services should be directed to Candice Wittkins, Interpreter/Counseling Assistant. Candice_Wittkins@vcccd.edu.

If we have loaned you equipment, please contact us about returning it.

Priority Registration for both Summer 2020 and Fall 2020 began on April 20^th for EAC students. Under current circumstances, you will not be able to register in person. If you require assistance in registering online, please contact us.

If you have other accommodation needs that are not addressed in this website update, please be in touch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I need to register for classes, can I still come to the EAC for support?: A: Although our facilities on campus are closed, you can still call our offices at 805-678-5830 for assistance. Our office hours are: Monday to Thursday 8 am to 5 pm and Fridays 8 am to 12 pm.
Q: I can't come to campus to utilize the proctoring room. How do I get extra time for my tests?: A: Contact the EAC about this accommodation. Reach out to your professor and remind them you’re an EAC student and they will increase your testing time based on the verification letter you gave them at the beginning of the semester. If your professor needs clarification have them call 805-678-5830 or email us at oceac@vcccd.edu; To request a verification letter for this accommodation, please fill out the; TESTING ACCOMODATION VERIFICATION LETTER REQUEST.
Q: I usually meet with a tutor once a week to keep up with my assignments. How do I access this accommodation now?: A: Tutoring is offered online with NET TUTOR at Online Tutoring | Oxnard College. It is a 24/7 online tutoring service for OC students. If you need additional time or further tutoring accommodations, email Ron Lacson at rlacson@vcccd.edu
Q: I am comfortable going into the EAC to see my counselor. How do I make an appointment now?: A: Call the EAC at 805-678-5830 and we will set up a virtual appointment with a counselor. You can either talk over the phone or videoconference using Zoom. You choose what you are most comfortable with.
Q: I bring my books to the EAC to access audio books and other Alternate Media. How will I do this now?: A: Email John Elmer our Alternate Media Specialist at jelmer@vcccd.edu or call at 805-678-5117. Please make your Alternate Media requests as early as possible.

Contacting the EAC

To contact our coordinator, instructional faculty, counselors, and staff, you can email directly:
- Leo Orange, Coordinator. LOrange@vcccd.edu
- Della Newlow, Instructional Faculty. dnewlow@vcccd.edu
- Patricia Cowan, Instructional Faculty. PCowan@vcccd.edu
- Joanne Chang, Instructional Faculty. Joanne_chang1@vcccd.edu
- Cynthia Navarro, Counselor. cnavarro@vcccd.edu
- Michele Obritz, Counselor. mobritz@vcccd.edu
- Candice Wittkins, DSPS Specialist/ASL Interpreter. Candice_wittkins@vcccd
- Stacey Gould, LD Specialist. sgould@vcccd.edu
- John Elmer, Alternate Media Specialist. jelmer@vcccd.edu
- Colleen Gladden, Administrative Assistant. cgladden@vcccd.edu
- Jose Torres, Office Assistant. Jose_torres23@vcccd.edu

YOU CAN ALSO:

Contact the EAC by phone, requesting that the person you are trying to reach call you. Be sure to leave your phone number if leaving a message. PHONE: 805-678-5830
Contact the EAC by email, requesting the person you want to reach contact you by phone or email. If by phone, include your phone number. EMAIL: oceac@vcccd.edu

Some Final Thoughts...

As noted above, this is indeed a difficult time we are living through. While such circumstances can cause apprehension, uncertainty, anxiety, and frustration, it is also an opportunity for us to join together as a community and to follow the advice being given to us all in support of the common good. It is a time to modify our behavior in an effort to reduce the impact of the COVID19 virus by practicing effective social distancing and other health guidance and requirements.

Take care of your health first, and the rest will follow. Condors endure, and so will our community.

GO CONDORS!