Office of Access & Community Connections
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ABOUT THE OFFICE OF ACCESS & COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
WHAT WE DO
The 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.
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 inclusive leadership along with becoming empowered and equitable 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 & Staff Lunch and Learn Sessions
- Inclusion and Engagement Summit
COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
The OACC firmly believes in community engagement and outreach. We have multiple partnerships that facilitate connections and enrichment of multiple 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 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.
IMPACT SUMMARY
OUR INITIATIVES
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.
Office of Access & Community Connections
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