Haslam’s Office of Access and Community Connections (OACC) offers a variety of programs, organizations, services and initiatives designed to provide access, connections and support to Haslam students, faculty, staff, stakeholders and the community. Our team provides mentorship, academic support and resources to foster growth and support the university’s mission of advancing access, opportunity and inclusivity. We also work closely with campus partners and community organizations to promote access and connections across the university and beyond. We celebrate the richness of our community and strive to create a sense of belonging for everyone through various camps, programs, summits and other events for future and current students, as well as faculty, staff and other stakeholders.
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:
1Admittance of juniors and seniors varies by program. Please visit the individual program pages to learn more.
We proudly offer various programs and events for Haslam students to define a pathway toward inclusive leadership along with becoming empowered and equitable leaders. Our collegiate programs include:
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:
The OACC firmly believes in community engagement and outreach. We have multiple partnerships that facilitate connections and enrichment of multiple community members.
Making a difference starts with taking action, and at the OACC, we believe engagement is key to fostering a more inclusive and equitable 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.
The OACC is excited about our continued efforts of building a welcoming and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff and students. With the continued support of our campus, community and corporate partners, we can continually provide opportunities directed towards the personal and professional development of our students.
The occasion raises students’ awareness of services offered by Haslam’s International Programs and Study Abroad.