HACC Students

Meet Your HACC Success Team

Jill Graybill

Success coach

Hometown::
Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Education background:
Bachelor of Music Education - James Madison University
Masters in Music Education - West Chester University

The best part about my job at HACC is…:
helping students achieve their goals!

Tips for student success:
Don’t be afraid to ask for help! HACC has the best faculty, and they want to see you succeed. Professors are willing to meet with you outside of class to answer questions and make sure you are on track. There are so many support resources for students at HACC – you just need to get connected!

Contact information:
jlgraybi@hacc.edu

Ricole Jayman

Director, Student success coaching

Hometown::
Columbia, Pennsylvania

Education background:
West Chester University
Bachelor of Arts Liberal Studies

Loyola University Chicago
Master of Education, Student Affairs in Higher Education

The best part about my job at HACC is…:
Obviously the students! The best part is to see where a student starts at HACC and where they end up going for internships, scholarships, transfer colleges, careers, etc. There are no limits for HACC students and I love to see it!

Tip for student success:
There are so many opportunities to take advantage of in college and I encourage students to try something at least once. Go outside of your comfort zone to grow and experience anything and everything.

Contact information:
rajayman@hacc.edu
717-780-2655

Crystal Kline

Case manager, Student success

Hometown::
Hanover, Pennsylvania

Education background:
Central Penn College, Associate in Arts, Business

Penn State York, Bachelor of Arts, Communication Arts & Science

McDaniel College, Master of Counselor Education

The best part about my job at HACC is…:
Walking beside students while they complete their educational goals!

Tips for student success:

1). Show Up for class and Participate: A class typically meets only 3-4 hours a week, make this time your priority! The more active you are in class, the more information you will retain. “It is a short-term commitment for long term gains.”

2). Syllabus, Syllabus, Syllabus: This is your roadmap for success, being prepared daily is a MUST! Included in the syllabus are: course requirements, professor expectations and contact information, due dates to complete assignments on time, exams dates, etc.

3). Limit Distractions: Stay focused, “be present” during class and outside while prepping for class, studying for tests or writing papers. Set your phone to “do not disturb” while in class and completing course tasks.

4). Don’t be afraid to Ask for HELP: The college has many resources to support you through your educational journey! WE are HERE to support you and your SUCCESS! You will do GREAT!!!

Contact information:
clkline@hacc.edu
717-801-3207

Jill Matolyak

Success coach

Hometown::
Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Education background:
Point Park University
Bachelor of Science, Human Resources Management

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science in Student Affairs in Higher Education

The best part about my job at HACC is…:
helping students succeed and reaching their educational goals.

Tips for student success:
Get organized and manage your time wisely so you do not get behind in your classwork.

Contact information:
jclandis@hacc.edu
717-780-2403

Marcia Waters

Success coach

Hometown::
Pottstown, Pennsylvania

Education background:
West Chester University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Master of Science, Higher Education Counseling and Student Affairs

The best part about my job at HACC is…:
getting to know students as individuals, by providing encouragement and resources to get them back on track to academic success.

Tips for student success:
Don’t hesitate to ask for help!

Contact information:
mswaters@hacc.edu
717-358-2997

Stephanie Wells

Success coach

Hometown::
Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania

Education background:
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and Economic Inequality

Arizona State, Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction Master of Arts, Political Science

Indiana University of PA, PhD (ABD) - Administration and Leadership

The best part about my job at HACC is…:
working one-on-one with students.

Tips for student success:
Reach out to your professors prior to the start of classes to introduce yourself and plan to attend office hours the first week. Also, study time should be as important in your schedule as class or work – put it in your calendar & stick with it.

Contact information:
sfwells@hacc.edu

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