GSC Stories from the Road

My name is Rebecca Betts.  I am the Outreach Coordinator in the Seacoast Region of New Hampshire for Granite State College.  Essentially my goal is to find new students, who are looking for an adult and continuing education program.  I am the lucky individual who gets to go into the community and speak with potential students about their goals and life dreams.  I get to dream with them while we brainstorm different options on how to achieve their desired outcomes.  I meet with high school students, college transfers and working adults, all interested in education and career advancement, by taking night college classes, weekend college classes or online classes for adults.

I have my undergraduate degree in Social Work and am currently pursuing a graduate degree in Education.  Prior to working at GSC I spent eight years in the Human Service field working with low income families and at-risk youth and elderly.  I currently volunteer for the Pajama Program and am in search of more receiving organizations that are in need of pajamas and books for children who are homeless or in transitional housing.

My time at home is spent mostly with my six month old daughter, watching her, laughing with her and admiring her every move.  When I do escape it is to meet with friends for dinner or concerts.  I enjoy traveling and look forward to the many family day trips I have planned for us in the future.

Spring registration begins this Friday the 26th.  For those still needing a Spring Course Schedule contact your regional center. 

There are many opportunities for you this spring at Granite State College.  As always, Spring is a prefect time for personal and educational growth.  During my travels I have met with many who are taking this opportunity, this Spring, to begin or continue with their adult college careers. 

I have met with students who are new to college.  They have been nervous about the process and the great challenge ahead.  I have connected them with advisors who help guide them towards positive outcomes and I have connected them with Academic Support staff to assist with tests, papers and classes.  There are always faculty and staff at GSC willing to help support our students into becoming successful graduates.

I have also met individuals who have taken classes at different colleges in the past and they are now interested in transferring those classes into Granite State College and completing their degree.  Many of our student started college on a different campus and in a different classroom.  We are honored to help you finish your degree and make every effort to combine the classes you have already taken into our degree programs. 
Other students I have met are interested in beginning their college career with us, taking General Education Requirements and then transferring them to another institution.  We are happy to assist all of our students in whatever pathway leads them towards success. 

If you are looking for a New Hampshire Adult Education program, Granite State College was created specifically for you.  We offer adult online classes, evening college classes, and weekend college classes.  Contact your region's Outreach Coordinator today to discuss your educational opportunities here at Granite State College.