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Do finals have you feeling overwhelmed?

Finals Countdown

We’ve got you covered! Join your fellow Cavaliers for The Finals Countdown, a series of events leading up to finals week designed to help you relax and recharge.

The stress is real, we’ll help you deal!

Don’t Delay—Write Today!
Mon. Dec. 1 – Mon. Dec. 8 | 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.* | Writing Center, LIB first floor
One-on-one assistance gives your project the “write” stuff
*open until 9 p.m. Mon. – Thu.

Bob Ross Week
Mon. Dec. 1 – Mon. Dec. 8 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | CoLab
Lessons from the renowned artist help you draw your own happy little trees

Winter Traditions
Mon. Dec. 1 – Fri. Dec. 5 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | CoLab
Stop by and share your favorite holiday or winter traditions—and explore how others celebrate globally

CoLab Hot Cocoa Bar
Mon. Dec. 1 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | CoLab
Grab a spot to study and take a break with a delicious treat

OHEC Pancake Breakfast
Mon. Dec. 1 | 9 a.m. – noon | Olathe Health Education Center (OHEC) Lobby
Calling all OHEC students, swing by for a free pancake breakfast to fuel your brain

Drop-In Strength Training
Mon. Dec. 1 | 10 – 10:50 a.m. | GYM 007
Tue. Dec. 2 | noon – 12:50 p.m. | GYM 007
Learn the basic movements of strength training to challenge your aerobic capacity

Drop-In Yoga Flow
Mon. Dec. 1 | 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. | GYM 007
Thu. Dec. 4 | 9:30 – 10:20 a.m. | GYM 007
Experience the transformative benefits of yoga with a holistic approach to fitness, mindfulness, and overall well-being

CoLab Coffee Bar
Tue. Dec. 2 | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.| CoLab
Need an energy boost? The CoLab has you covered

Cookie Decorating & Hot Chocolate Bar
Tue. Dec. 2 | noon – 3 p.m. | SC 103
Make the season merry! Decorate and enjoy holiday cookies alongside a hot chocolate bar

Chiefs Blood Drive
Wed. Dec. 3 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | RC 101
Help us save lives and receive a FREE Kansas City Chiefs shirt

The Recap
Wed. Dec. 3 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Student Lounge
Join us for free snacks and win prizes for completed semester goals

Crafternoon
Thu. Dec. 4 | noon – 3 p.m. | Cav Central, COM 027
Try your hand at engaging in forms of arts and crafts

Drop-In Zumba
Thu. Dec. 4 | 5 – 5:50 p.m. | GYM 007
Get dancing with this high-energy, cardio workout

Intramurals Volleyball
Thu. Dec. 4 | 6 – 8:30 p.m. | GYM Fieldhouse
Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking to have a good time, come spike, set, and serve with us

Stop Day and Pancake Breakfast
Mon. Dec. 8 | 9 a.m. – noon | LIB Atrium
Fuel up before your finals with delicious, fluffy pancakes

Good luck, Cavaliers—you’ve got this!

Visit the Student Engagement Desk, SC 1st floor, and find a friendly face ready to be your guide to campus life and activities. Open Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or call at 913-469-3807.

Students speaking to helpful people at the Student Engagement Desk

Connect with your Cavalier family—it all starts here!

Your student ID card is your ticket to on-campus connection. Get your ID card before the semester starts and take advantage of all that JCCC has to offer; available at two locations.

  • Student Engagement Desk, the lime green desk on the first floor of the Student Center (SC). Open Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Second floor of the Billington Library (LIB). Open days, evenings and weekends. See semester hours
Use your student ID on fun activities and free resources on and off campus:

Talk with the Student Activities team at the Student Engagement Desk. They can help you with:

  • Directions and campus maps
  • Printing a copy of your class schedule
  • Finding discounted tickets for community events including the Designer Showcase, Haunted Houses, Kansas City Royals, Renaissance Festival and Sporting KC
  • Upcoming student events and how to get involved at JCCC
  • Loading funds on your JCCC ID

Meet other Cavaliers—check out these campus hot spots:

Cavalier spirit comes to life on campus!

Get connected, stay connected—you belong at JCCC. Check out our popular annual events where you can find friends, food and fun:

Welcome Week: First week of class each semester

  • Start the semester off right with events designed to get you in the school spirit.

Cav Kickoff: Second Wednesday of the fall semester

  • Our August introduction to life as a Cavalier! Discover ways to get involved and meet new friends.

The Finals Countdown: Week leading up to finals and stop day

  • Get academic support and recharge with cool experiences happening every day.

Cav Craze: First Wednesday in May

  • Celebrate a successful school year in May with fun activities, prizes and events.