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MESSAGE from the Director - Directive and Response to COVID-19

Dear Potential WIT Participant,

As you are probably aware, Cuyahoga Community College has implemented changes to campus activity and services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic that has created an unprecedented situation for higher education throughout the country. This is a constantly evolving situation and some initial decisions may change as additional information or advice from state and city governments, and the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) is received.

As the College makes and implement decisions, the primary focus continues to be on maintaining the health and safety of students, faculty, staff, and community members. The College’s decision to move on-ground classes to alternative delivery methods was precipitated by the recommendation from the Governor’s Office and the ODHE to minimize large numbers of individuals coming within close contact. This decision to discontinue face to face classes directly impacts the Women in Transition Program.

To be best prepared, we are inquiring if you have access to the internet at home.

The College leadership will continue to evaluate new information as it becomes available and provide timely updates to the entire College community.

Your understanding as guidelines shift in response to emerging information is greatly appreciated. We will do our best to provide answers as we work through this situation and we ask for your patience as we try to collectively respond to your questions, suggestions and concerns.

For updates on Tri-C’s response and preparation, visit the coronavirus webpage.

Thank you,

Cicely D. Campbell, MSW

Women in Transition

The Women in Transition program at Cuyahoga Community College is in its 42nd year of providing information, support and referrals to women who are in a transitional time in their lives.

We believe that it is through higher education and/or re-training, that possibilities are endless. Our non-credit sessions are designed to take the participant through a period of transformation and empower them to move forward in their lives through education and training. Our curriculum is based on personal development, career exploration, computer class, and workshops. This helps women develop confidence, build self-esteem, identify marketable skills, explore interests, research options for careers and job training, and examine Tri-C educational and workforce options. The program is facilitated online and virtually throughout the year. Our classes are subject to a slightly fast-tracked format. 

WIT multi-week online courses: 

Spring 2021 courses begin as early as Jan. 25.

Call your nearest Women in Transition Campus today to inquire about other community based programs and the registration process!

Eastern Campus: ESS • Student Services Room 1203 • 216-987-2272

Metropolitan Campus: MSS • Student Services 212 • 216-987-4974

Western Campus: WLA • Liberal Arts B102 • 216-987-5091

Westshore Campus: SHCS 143 • 216-987-5764

Our Vision:
It is the vision of the Women in Transition program to be the premier college and community program focused on the growth and development of women throughout Northeast Ohio.
 
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

  • Women in various stages of transition in their lives i.e. returning to work force, unemployed, divorced, widowed, seeking career change or just feeling “stuck”
  • Individual intake appointment completed and eligibility determined prior to start of class
  • Registration is required for enrollment


FREE
 multi-week non-credit course in:

  • Personal Development: Designed to help examine individual resources, values, and goals to help build a better future. Concentration is placed on becoming more self-directed, self-motivated, self-confident, and to broaden your communication skills
  • Career Exploration: Explore your interests, skills, and attitudes. What career would match your personality? What are the "hot careers" and what can I expect to earn? What classes or degree do I need to have to become marketable in the work field? Includes various academic planning activities
  • Workshop Topics: You will explore workforce options, job readiness, time management, and tools to deal with life's changes
  • Computer Introduction (not offered in community based programs): Entry-level computer training class where you will learn proper website search, the etiquette of email, and exploration of the Tri-C information systems. Tap into resume' sequences and much more


Other Services Available with the Women in Transition Program:

  • Help with assessing financial aid resources
  • GED information
  • Workshops to define and strengthen your life management skills
  • Information, resources and referrals to appropriate Cuyahoga Community College programs / services as well as other appropriate external resources and agencies
  • Pre-employment skills including resume writing, cover letters, interviewing and presentation skills
  • Help on improving your nutritional well being
  • Improve your status with financial literacy
  • A network of academic contacts and new friends


Funded By:

  • Cuyahoga Community College 
  • Ohio Department of Higher Education
  • Carl D. Perkins Act
  • The Raymond and Rita Foos Foundation
  • Crocker Park Foundation
  • People's Bank Corp Foundation
  • S.K.Wellman Foundation
  • Nadine Feighan Wellness Fund


Our Partners:

  • Zonta Club of Cleveland


If you are interested in supporting this program, please contact the Tri-C Foundation at 216-987-4868.

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Former Tri-C Trustee Rachel Von Hendrix goes the extra mile for the women in transition program. Read it in the Tri-C Times.

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Students tell their story how the program provided a stepping stone to a Tri-C degree and furthering their education and job opportunities.
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Our WIT alumna shares her great strides in a featured Plain Dealer article.
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How to reach us

Cicely D. Campbell
Director
216-987-2270
cicely.campbell@tri-c.edu

Kendra Willis
Program Administrator
216-987-4187
kendra.willis@tri-c.edu 

Kathina Vauss
Instructional Assistant (Computer Lab)
216-987-2918
kathina.vauss@tri-c.edu

Ella Thomas
Student Advisor
Eastern Campus
216-987-2272
ella.thomas@tri-c.edu

Tammy Thornton-Williams
Program Assistant
Eastern Campus
216-987-2272
tammy.thorton-williams@tri-c.edu 

Debra Lewis-Curlee
Student Advisor
Metropolitan Campus
216-987-4188
debra.lewis-curlee.@tri-c.edu

Sarah Yurik
Program Assistant
Metropolitan Campus
216-987-4974
sarah.yurik@tri-c.edu

Paula Atwood
Student Advisor
Western Campus
216-987-5783
paula.atwood@tri-c.edu 

Debbie McHale
Program Assistant
Western Campus
216-987-5091
debbie.mchale@tri-c.edu

Jessica Buckland
Student Advisor
Westshore Campus
216-987-5425
jessica.buckland@tri-c.edu

Kimberly Roach
Program Assistant
Westshore Campus
216-987-5764
kimberly.roach@tri-c.edu

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