SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The grand opening of the new Multicultural Wellness Center at South Suburban College’s (SSC) main campus in South Holland is announced for Thursday, February 1st. An Open House for students, staff, and the local community will be held from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Attendees are encouraged to view the multiuse space, meet the staff, and learn about the programs and services offered.

Funded through the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act grant, SSC has established its inaugural Multicultural Wellness Center, acknowledging the diverse needs of students. This center, focusing on six pillars of wellness (Physical, Intellectual, Occupational, Spiritual, Social, and Emotional), adopts a holistic approach to promote a balanced state of well-being and enhance academic success. The Wellness Center provides information, resources, mental health crisis intervention services, and educational workshops. Additionally, it offers a space for meditation and reflection.

The Wellness Center welcomes all students during open hours, providing support without the need for scheduled appointments. For more information, please contact Alexandra Glumac, Director of the Multicultural Wellness Center, via email at aglumac@ssc.edu or by calling 708-596-2000 ext. 2393. SSC continues to enroll students actively. For enrollment details, please reach out to the College and Career Success Center at (708) 210-5724 or email admissions@ssc.edu. For information in Spanish, please call (708) 210-5740. The main campus of South Suburban College is situated at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. Additionally, the Oak Forest Center, the college’s extension site, is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois.

PHOTO: The South Suburban College Main Campus in South Holland, Illinois.