Opportunities

Retiree Newsletter

Emeri-news from Richland College can keep you in the Emeritus Program loop! Receive timely and informative updates via email regarding tours, class changes, upcoming events, and more! To enroll for free, send an email to emery-news-join@elist.dcccd.edu with Subscribe in the subject line.

You may also subscribe to Richland’s Emeritus Program mailing list by submitting an email with your name and address to rlcemeritus@dcccd.edu

Business Cards

The Emeritus Request for Business forms are for faculty and administrative employees who have served the district for ten or more years, business cards at district expense with the "emeritus" designation.

The Emeritus Request for Business Cards (SharePoint Form) require login.

To learn more, please contact  Gina Lyn Daniel gdaniel.dcccd.edu or 214-378-1603

Tuition Free Class Information

Dallas County residents and property owner, 65 and over, who have lived in Texas at least for at least one year, may receive a tuition waiver for up to six college credit hours per semester. Proof of age and completion of a waiver request form is required at the time of registration. This waiver does not apply to noncredit classes.

For more information:

• Senior Citizen, 55 or Older, Reduction in Tuition
• Senior Citizen, 65 or Older, Free Tuition for six Credit Hours
• Senior Citizen, 65 or Older, Free Tuition for Auditing Classes

Employee Assistance Program

All retirees can now participate in the Employees Assistance Program. All household members are eligible to receive six (6) prepaid counseling sessions per problem incident at no cost to you. You also have access to legal and financial services, referrals to child and elder car services, safe ride home, and more.

Alliance Work Partners is available to take your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
800-343-3822
800-448-1823
800-334-TEEN (8336)
Login Info - Use the code AWP-DCCCD-1622 to register on the Alliance Work Partners website and access your benefits.

How to Live A Purposeful Life After Retirement

Retirement is a great time to do what you love and to try new things. Explore the many opportunities after retirement through community volunteer, choosing second careers, and living a healthy lifestyle.

Are You Retiring Soon? Want to use the Dallas College library, gym, and other facilities? After you retire, please see the Human Resources office to get your new retiree ID.

Contact the Human Resources