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A record of a student’s academic performance which includes the courses taken and
grades received. An Official Transcript (certified) may be obtained at the Registrar’s Office.
An Unofficial Transcript may be accessed and printed out online using MyWCC.
Withdrawal from a class
Dropping a class after the official Schedule Adjustment Period has ended. Students who
withdraw from a class will receive a grade of “W” and are not eligible for a refund.
See pg. 53 for more information.
Withdrawal from the college
Dropping out of all registered classes after the official Schedule Adjustment Period has
ended. Special procedures are required. See pg. 53 for more information.
TERMS
ways to
interact with US online
Website
The college’s website is the place to go for information on just about everything college
related. Visit us at
to access: academic calendars, course availability,
counselor contact information, student services, information on weather closings and more.
Catalog
This robust resource for students is where the college provides official information about
current program requirements; course descriptions; and college standards, procedures,
and policies. An updated edition of the catalog is published prior to the start of each
semester. As new editions are released, older ones are archived but remain available to
students for reference. The Digital College Catalog is accessible from the college website
or by visiting
MyWCC
Sometimes referred to as the Student Portal, MyWCC is a student self-service
access point through which students: view course offerings, register for classes, pay
tuition, view transcripts, check financial aid status and more. See page 41 for more
details about this resource. Access MyWCC from the college website, by visiting
or
Student Email
To assist in student communication and provide a way to reach all students with
important college information, Westchester Community College now provides email
accounts to credit and noncredit students alike. Visit MyWCC for more details and to
access your account.
Blackboard
Blackboard is a web interface where instructors and students interact much like they
would in a physical classroom. Class lectures, exercises, tests, and papers are completed
within the secure Blackboard system. Blackboard is accessible from the homepage of
the college website, or by visiting
.
Facebook
Wondering what’s happening right now at the college—right this very minute? Log on
to our Facebook page—see what students are saying and join in the discussion. This
is a great place to find out about upcoming events and changes to important dates and
deadlines. Our Facebook page is accessible at
.