Office of
Access & Community Connections
ABOUT THE OFFICE OF ACCESS & COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
WHAT WE DO
Haslam’s Office of Access and Community Connections (OACC) offers a variety of programs, organizations and services designed to provide support to Haslam students, faculty, staff, stakeholders and the community. The OACC team, in connection with campus partners and community organizations, provides mentorship, academic support, leadership and professional development and resources to foster intellectual growth and support the university’s mission of advancing access and opportunity. The OACC strives to create a sense of belonging where all may thrive and achieve success. The office works in accordance with the university’s land grant mission and the UT System’s Statement of Aspirations.
PRE-COLLEGIATE
PROGRAMS
Haslam’s OACC offers four pre-collegiate programs for talented high school students. These immersive summer programs give rising high school juniors and seniors1 the chance to learn more about certain aspects of the business world and prepare for the college experience. The current pre-collegiate programs include:
- Business Education for Talented Students (BETS)
- Accounting and Information Management (AIM) Academy
- Women Empowered Through Business (WEB) Institute
- Supply Chain Management (SCM) Summer Program
- Education College Awareness Program (ECAP)
1Admittance of juniors and seniors varies by program. Please visit the individual program pages to learn more.
Collegiate
Programs
We proudly offer various programs and events for Haslam students to define a pathway toward successful leadership along with becoming empowered leaders. Our collegiate programs include:
Faculty & Staff
Programs
Our office works with Haslam faculty and staff to continually improve the college and offer the very best to our students. OACC faculty and staff enrichment opportunities include:
- Professional Development Fund for Staff
- Connections and Engagement Council
- Faculty and Staff Lunch and Learn Sessions
- Collaborative Leadership Summit
Community
Outreach
The OACC firmly believes in community engagement and outreach. We have multiple partnerships that facilitate connections and enrichment between all community members.
HOW CAN YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
GET ENGAGED
Making a difference starts with taking action, and at the OACC, we believe engagement is key to fostering a thriving community. We encourage everyone – students, faculty, staff and community members – to get involved and contribute to the transformative work we are doing.
There are numerous ways to engage with the OACC and make a positive impact. Your involvement not only enriches your own experience but also contributes to a vibrant and supportive community for all.
Office of access & Community Connections
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Benefits, membership, attendance, and all events associated with programming for faculty, staff, community groups, and high school and prospective students are open to all members of the aforementioned communities. All audiences receive equal consideration by the college and the university.