Letter to DCCCD Faculty from DCCFA President Bill Hammerschlag on our response to those displaced by Hurricane Harvey

Colleagues-

Your Faculty Association has been in close contact with the Administration as we prepare for an influx of students displaced by Hurricane Harvey. Two students from the Houston area have already joined our rosters.

We are well aware that these incoming students need to have stability in shelter, food, clothing and money before they can successfully complete schoolwork. The DCCCD is taking unprecedented steps toward helping those in need receive aid and social services as they try to put their lives back together. This aid is targeted for both short term immediate needs as well as longer term support.

Faculty can do our part as well. Should any Harvey refugees make it into your classes this semester, please consider flexibility with due dates and deadlines where appropriate. While our academic standards remain as high and firm as ever, we know that some people need a little extra time with their work while they adjust to a new life in a new place.

Thanks for your support.

On behalf of the District Faculty Council, with Regards,
Bill Hammerschlag
President, DCCFA