Shamokin

Shamokin Center

* Dedicated Center
Class Location:
Northumberland Regional Higher Education Center
2 East Arch Street
Shamokin, PA 17872
570-740-0290

Welcome to the Northumberland Regional Center!

Dedicated in 1999 as the Gateway of Education and Workforce Development by the Commissioners and Citizens of Northumberland County, LCCC's Northumberland Regional Center is located conveniently close to Shamokin's downtown and just 12 miles away from nearby Knoebels Amusement Resort. Housed on the fourth floor of the Northumberland County Career and Arts Center, Luzerne County Community College offers area residents a variety of courses and academic programs. With both day and evening classes available, the Northumberland Regional Center offers the following degree programs:

  • A.S. General Studies
  • A.S. Business Administration
  • A.S. History
  • A.S. Psychology
  • A.S. Social Work
  • A.A.S. Business Management Technology
  • A.A.S. Early Childhood Education
  • A.A.S. Criminal Justice
  • A.A.S. Nursing (RN)
  • Certificate: Business Management

Students can also:

  • Complete General Education requirements for a variety of other programs or majors.
  • Get a jump start on college by earning college credit while still in high school (at half the tuition rate).
  • Enroll as visiting students while attending another school.

At the Northumberland Regional Center, we offer students a variety of individualized and outstanding service. While here, you can:

  • Apply for admission
  • Schedule and complete placement testing
  • Register for classes
  • Receive academic advisement and support
  • Sign up for a tutor
  • Tour the campus

Our Academic Advisors will help you:

  • Identify and achieve your educational and career goals.
  • Navigate the College's academic opportunities, policies, systems, and procedures.
  • Prepare for graduation and/or transfer to a University.

Nursing Program

Luzerne County Community College is especially pleased to offer our highly acclaimed day and evening RN nursing program at LCCC's Northumberland Regional Center. For student convenience, all nursing classes are taught in Shamokin with clinicals held at local hospitals and facilities.

Did you know? * NCLEX-RN Passing Rate by LCCC Nursing students 96.04%

Did you know? * LCCC Nursing Program is Grade: A According to rncareers.org

Did you know? * Pennsylvania State Rank: 4th

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Student Activities

There are many opportunities for LCCC students to become active in campus life. Our students have the opportunity to get creative, explore new interests, make new friends and take on leadership opportunities.
  • SGA (Student Government Association)
    From special events such as Meet the President, It's all Hocus Pocus Day, SPIRIT week, movie nights and fundraisers to marching in community parades, Earth Day celebrations and our annual "Deck the Doors" Competition, the Student Government Association works to improve Luzerne County Community College's Northumberland Regional Center for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Coming Soon ** Creative writing club

Student Support Services at LCCC: NRC

Tutoring Services - in addition to tutoring provided by the Student Support Services Department, LCCC: NRC houses The Goldman Sachs Learning Center where students receive comprehensive academic support at no cost thanks to a generous donation from Goldman Sachs Gives. Sandra Lewis, Learning Support Specialist, slewis2@luzerne.edu.

Food Pantry

The Northumberland Regional Center Student Food Pantry provides food to our students who are experiencing food insecurity or may need supplemental food options or personal care items such as shampoo, soap, hats, or gloves. Stop by for some nutritious food and snacks.

Success starts here! Are you ready? If you'd like to schedule a tour, or meet with us in person, please call: 570-740-0290. Let's get started!

Lori J. Laniewski, M. Ed.
Director
Northumberland Regional Center

Lori J. Laniewski, Director- phone 570-740-0291 * email: llaniewski@luzerne.edu
Karen Defrancesco, Administrator / Advisor-570-740-7257 * email: kdefrancesco@luzerne.edu
Diana Reeder, Secretary-main office phone 570-740-0290 * email: dreeder@luzerne.edu
Julie Keim, Secretary-main office phone 570-740-0290 * email: jkeim@luzerne.edu

Luzerne County Community College Northumberland Center

* * * Center Announcements * * *

New Student Orientation, Fall 2024
New Student Orientation at Luzerne County Community College: Northumberland Regional Center

Join us for New Student Orientation at Luzerne County Community College's Northumberland Regional Center on Wednesday, August 21st, 2024. We offer two convenient sessions for you to attend:

11:00 am

4:00 pm

To RSVP, please call 570-740-0290 or email northumberlandcenter@luzerne.edu. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you start your journey with us!