Welcome to the HASS Student Engagement Center!
| Location: Building 21, Room 176 | Email: HASSStudentEngagement@vvc.edu |
| Center Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30 am to 5pm | Phone: (760) 245-4271 ext 2384 or 2439 |
| VVC Campus Map | Instagram: @vvc_hassstudentengagement |
Welcome to the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) Engagement Center! We are committed to transforming students through life-changing engagement experiences. Students can visit the center to engage with peers, connect with resources and a network of services.
What can you find at the HASS Student Engagement Center?
- Campus Resources & Support Services: Get the help you need with special programs, educational planning, and career exploration.
- Tech Assistance: Need help with class registration on Self-Services, setting up your student email, or getting your student ID? We've got you covered.
- Career Exploration: Join workshops, industry tours, and more to explore your future career path.
- Social & Study Space: Meet peers, join study groups, hold club meetings, or just relax in a welcoming environment.
- Student Success Workshops: Check the schedule below for workshops designed to help you thrive. Attend 3 or more, and you'll be entered to win a $50 raffle!
- Major Meetups: During the second and third week of classes, connect with fellow students in your major. Food and refreshments will be provided — flyer below with more details.
- Free HASS T-Shirt: Drop by the center during the first week of classes to say hi and grab a free HASS t-shirt!
Join MentorMatch @ HASS:
If you’re looking to connect with a mentor who shares your professional aspirations, our new MentorMatch program is for you. Mentors will offer advice, insights, and possibly job shadowing opportunities. Meetings are flexible and can be virtual, by phone, or in person. Interested? Register here
Meet With a Counselor:
Don't wait until the last minute to speak with a counselor! Make an appointment to meet in person or on zoom. Click the link below to schedule your appointment or stop in the center for assistance with scheduling. We're here to help!
Visit VVC Counseling for additional information on scheduling appointments in other departments.
Calendar of Events
Check out all HASS Student Engagement Center events on Canvas! Join us throughout the semester for fun activities, cool prizes, and an unforgettable VVC experience.
Spring 2026 Events
| Month | Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|---|
| February | HASS Open House | Feb 17–20 |
| February | Scavenger Hunt | Feb 17 — 9 AM |
| February | Syllabus Socials | Feb 18 — 10 AM & 2 PM |
| February | “Back to the Future” Movie | Feb 19 — 1 PM |
| February | New Student Info Friday | Feb 20 — 12 PM |
| February | Scholarship Workshop (VVC Foundation) | Feb 24 — 1 PM |
| February | Crafts & Painting | Feb 25 — 12 PM |
| February | Food, Film & Black History Social | Feb 26 — 1 PM |
| February | Race to 12 Units: Go Full-Time | Feb 26–27 |
| March | Major Meetups Week | Mar 2–5 |
| March | Mindset & Student Success (Dr. Amy Azul) | Mar 5 — 12 PM |
| March | Do’Nut Miss Your Peer Mentors | Mar 9 — 9 AM |
| March | Coffee & Donuts: HASS Faculty | Mar 10 — 9 AM |
| March | Thriving Online (Joanna Limas) | Mar 10 — 5:30 PM |
| March | English @ CSUSB Info (Dr. Jessica Luck) | Mar 11 — 12 PM |
| March | Paying for College (Financial Aid) | Mar 18 — 1 PM |
| March | Poetry & Open Mic | Mar 19 — 5 PM |
| March | Midterm Study Jams | Mar 23–26 |
| March | Monotype Printmaking | Mar 25 — 11 AM |
| March | Ask-A-Counselor Live | Mar 26 — 5 PM |
| March | La Sierra U Info & Q&A | Mar 30 — 12 PM |
| March | Ask-A-Counselor Live | Mar 31 — 5:30 PM |
| April | Ceramic (Chris Rowland) | Apr 1 — 12 PM |
| April | Academic Skills (Tim Adell) | Apr 6 — 1 PM |
| April | Land Your Next Job (Issa Jraisa) | Apr 7 — 11 AM |
| April | Lucha Librarian: Library Tips | Apr 8 — 1 PM |
| April | Button Making Mingle | Apr 9 — 2 PM |
| April | Draw 4 Classes: UNO Competition | Apr 24 — 12 PM |
| April | Registration Support | Apr 27–30 |
| April | Poetry & Open Mic | Apr 29 — 5 PM |
| May | VVC Presents F.A.M.E. | May 1 — 10 AM |
| May | Star Wars Movie Marathon | May 4 — 9 AM |
| May | Registration Support | May 4–14 |
| May | After VVC (Joanna Limas) | May 7 — 5:30 PM |
| May | Experiences That Matter (Tim Adell) | May 11 — 1 PM |
| May | Life Drawing (Chris Rowland) | May 13 — 12 PM |
| May | Coffee & Connect Social | May 20 — 10 AM |
| May | Poetry & Open Mic | May 28 — 5 PM |
| June | Finals Study Jams | Jun 1–4 |
| June | HASS-stalavista Celebration | Jun 2 — 12 PM |
| June | Project Runaway Fashion Show | Jun 3 — 12 PM |
| June | Rammy’s Drag Show | Jun 12 — 5:30 PM |
Want to host an event in the center? Complete the Spring 2026 Workshop Interest Form