CCC students cast their ballots on Sept. 23 to elect members of the 2008-09 Student Senate. Voting was held following a pep rally which was organized to recognize all athletic and academic team members.
Students elected include Adrian Gonzalez (Groton, Conn.), Neal Jeffrey (Mankato), Ryan Baalman (Colby), Jessica Swanek (Doniphan, Neb.), Kimberly Kelly (Ada, Kan.), Levy Ryan (Russell), Ryan Edmundson (Brewster), Andrew Starns (Brewster), Jeffrey Heller (Beloit), and Alyssa Lambert (McCook, Neb.). They join Student Senate President Kayla Dinkel (Hays), Secretary Kim Wessel (Dresden) and Treasurer Katy Hall (Rolla).
Student Senate sponsors a number of events during the school year including first-week activities, movie nights, dances and community-service projects.
Advisors for the group are Crystal Pounds and Patti Albers.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Fred Spencer
Colby Community College has announced the selection of Fred Spencer as assistant coach for the Lady Trojan basketball team. He will assist first-year head coach Brady Jasper.
Spencer coached women’s basketball at Riverview High School and Newsome High School in Tampa, Fla. Prior to accepting the job at CCC, Spencer was Senior Program Manager at the YMCA in Orlando, Fla., which served 2,000 youngsters.
He began his college basketball career at Chipola Junior College in Marianna, Fla., and continued to play basketball at Troy State in Troy, Ala.
“Prior to finishing my degree at Troy State, I returned to Tampa to assist my ailing grandmother,” said Spencer. “I completed my degree in Human Services at Springfield College while living in Tampa.”
After graduation, Spencer played professional basketball in Spain for four years.
“I really want to coach on the collegiate level,” said Spencer. “People in the community of Colby have been very friendly. I am looking forward to assisting Coach Jasper this season and to recruiting for next year’s team.”
Spencer and his wife have three children ages 14, 12 and 7.
Spencer coached women’s basketball at Riverview High School and Newsome High School in Tampa, Fla. Prior to accepting the job at CCC, Spencer was Senior Program Manager at the YMCA in Orlando, Fla., which served 2,000 youngsters.
He began his college basketball career at Chipola Junior College in Marianna, Fla., and continued to play basketball at Troy State in Troy, Ala.
“Prior to finishing my degree at Troy State, I returned to Tampa to assist my ailing grandmother,” said Spencer. “I completed my degree in Human Services at Springfield College while living in Tampa.”
After graduation, Spencer played professional basketball in Spain for four years.
“I really want to coach on the collegiate level,” said Spencer. “People in the community of Colby have been very friendly. I am looking forward to assisting Coach Jasper this season and to recruiting for next year’s team.”
Spencer and his wife have three children ages 14, 12 and 7.
CCC Students Register to Vote
CCC students were given the opportunity to do more than just eat lunch when they visited the cafeteria last week. A voter registration drive, jointly sponsored by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and the Kansas National Education Association-Student Program (KNEA-SP), enabled students to register to vote at a table set up in the Union.
KNEA-SP members also distributed “Register to Vote” reminders to all CCC students during the Wednesday 10:10 class period.
“Shannon Titus, KNEA-SP event planner, and I created the reminder forms and a cover letter to deliver to students,” said sponsor Carolyn May. “The KNEA-SP members received very positive responses about this activity. They encouraged others to register to vote but did not try to persuade anyone on how they were to cast their ballot.”
Approximately 25 students completed voter registration forms on that day. Several others picked up forms to complete at a later time. The reminder forms included the web site to register on-line. That site is www.kssos.org/forms/elections/voterregistration.pdf.
“Registration may be done online but the form must be signed,” said May. “If the signed form is brought to us at the H.F. Davis Library, we will take it to the court house. Shelly Harms, Thomas County Clerk, has requested that she receive the registration forms no later than Oct. 19.”
Additional blank registration forms are available at the college library. The General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
KNEA-SP members also distributed “Register to Vote” reminders to all CCC students during the Wednesday 10:10 class period.
“Shannon Titus, KNEA-SP event planner, and I created the reminder forms and a cover letter to deliver to students,” said sponsor Carolyn May. “The KNEA-SP members received very positive responses about this activity. They encouraged others to register to vote but did not try to persuade anyone on how they were to cast their ballot.”
Approximately 25 students completed voter registration forms on that day. Several others picked up forms to complete at a later time. The reminder forms included the web site to register on-line. That site is www.kssos.org/forms/elections/voterregistration.pdf.
“Registration may be done online but the form must be signed,” said May. “If the signed form is brought to us at the H.F. Davis Library, we will take it to the court house. Shelly Harms, Thomas County Clerk, has requested that she receive the registration forms no later than Oct. 19.”
Additional blank registration forms are available at the college library. The General Election will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). Since the program began in 1985, mammography rates have more than doubled for women age 50 and older and breast cancer deaths have declined. In recognition of this important initiative, members of the Colby Community College Lady Trojan softball team set up a table in the Student Union and distributed informational materials, pink bracelets and mints to students, faculty and staff members.
Although exciting progress has been made, there are still women who do not take advantage of early detection at all and others who do not get screening mammograms and clinical breast exams at regular intervals. Women age 65 and older are less likely to get mammograms than younger women, even though breast cancer risk increases with age. In addition, women below the poverty level are less likely than women at higher incomes to have had a mammogram within the past two years.
Experts agree that if all women age 40 and older took advantage of early detection methods–mammography plus clinical breast exam–breast cancer death rates would drop as much as up to 30 percent.
The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month program is dedicated to increasing public knowledge about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Fifteen national public organizations, professional associations and government agencies comprise the Board of Sponsors, who work together to ensure that the NBCAM message is heard by thousands of women and their families.
Although exciting progress has been made, there are still women who do not take advantage of early detection at all and others who do not get screening mammograms and clinical breast exams at regular intervals. Women age 65 and older are less likely to get mammograms than younger women, even though breast cancer risk increases with age. In addition, women below the poverty level are less likely than women at higher incomes to have had a mammogram within the past two years.
Experts agree that if all women age 40 and older took advantage of early detection methods–mammography plus clinical breast exam–breast cancer death rates would drop as much as up to 30 percent.
The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month program is dedicated to increasing public knowledge about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Fifteen national public organizations, professional associations and government agencies comprise the Board of Sponsors, who work together to ensure that the NBCAM message is heard by thousands of women and their families.
Phonathon
One of the most significant Colby Community College fund-raising events will begin Oct. 19 and continue Oct. 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28. The annual Endowment Foundation Phonathon Scholarship Fund Drive will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. each evening.
“We raised approximately $50,000 last year for student scholarships,” said Foundation Director Nick Wells. “The need is even greater this year with the addition of new programs such as Entrepreneurship, Feedlot Certification and Therapeutic Massage Therapy. It is our goal to exceed the $50,000 the college received last year.”
CCC Presidential Scholars, Student Ambassadors and student representatives from clubs and organizations will be making calls to approximately 12,000 alumni and friends of the college.
“We have an increase in freshman enrollment numbers this semester” said CCC President Dr. Lynn Kreider. “The completion of the new 160-bed dormitory, the new programs, and the increasing competition to attract the best students to CCC are all factors that contribute to the need for additional scholarships.”
Over 50 percent of CCC students receive a scholarship. Eighty percent of full-time students receive some form of financial assistance.
Letters have been sent to alumni and friends of the college allowing those who prefer not to be called to send their donations in advance.
“We raised approximately $50,000 last year for student scholarships,” said Foundation Director Nick Wells. “The need is even greater this year with the addition of new programs such as Entrepreneurship, Feedlot Certification and Therapeutic Massage Therapy. It is our goal to exceed the $50,000 the college received last year.”
CCC Presidential Scholars, Student Ambassadors and student representatives from clubs and organizations will be making calls to approximately 12,000 alumni and friends of the college.
“We have an increase in freshman enrollment numbers this semester” said CCC President Dr. Lynn Kreider. “The completion of the new 160-bed dormitory, the new programs, and the increasing competition to attract the best students to CCC are all factors that contribute to the need for additional scholarships.”
Over 50 percent of CCC students receive a scholarship. Eighty percent of full-time students receive some form of financial assistance.
Letters have been sent to alumni and friends of the college allowing those who prefer not to be called to send their donations in advance.
Cormier Story
Daniel Cormier has experienced tremendous success and devastating defeat on and off the mat during his career as a six-time time national champion and two-time Olympic wrestler.
Cormier, who was chosen as the team captain for the 2008 Olympic wrestling team, won six straight national championships and the Bronze Medal at the 2004 Olympic Games in Greece.
“In recognition of Daniel’s contribution to the sport of wrestling and his success at Colby College and in the world arena, we have named the Nov. 1 wrestling tournament the Daniel Cormier Open,” said CCC Head Coach Steve Lampe. “He will be attending the tournament with his wife Robin.”
Cormier was widely recognized as the USA’s best hope for a Gold Medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. However, his dream of winning came to an end when he was forced to withdraw from the competition at 96 kg (211.5 lbs.) because of health concerns.
Cormier will discuss details of the devastating decision to withdraw from the competition and his future plans during the 6 p.m. break in tournament. He will also be available to talk with and provide photo opportunities for those who attend the tournament
“Daniel has an unique and inspiring message,” said Coach Lampe. “I encourage everyone, especially young athletes, to attend this tournament and hear him discuss both the triumphs and tragedies that he has experienced,” said Coach Lampe.
The 29-year-old Lafayette, Louisiana native was a three-time state prep champion. He led the CCC Trojan squad, coached by Steve Lampe, to the NJCAA championship in 1999 and was the national champion for two years. After graduating from Colby College, he continued his career a Oklahoma State University where he earned second in the 2001 championships while receiving a degree in sociology.
Cormier has not lost to an American wrestler since 2003, earned his first World medal in 2007, and was honored with the John Smith Award, symbolic of the country’s top freestyle wrestler.
For more information about the tournament, call Head Coach Steve Lampe at 443-2220 or Rich Epp at 443-1994.
Cormier, who was chosen as the team captain for the 2008 Olympic wrestling team, won six straight national championships and the Bronze Medal at the 2004 Olympic Games in Greece.
“In recognition of Daniel’s contribution to the sport of wrestling and his success at Colby College and in the world arena, we have named the Nov. 1 wrestling tournament the Daniel Cormier Open,” said CCC Head Coach Steve Lampe. “He will be attending the tournament with his wife Robin.”
Cormier was widely recognized as the USA’s best hope for a Gold Medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. However, his dream of winning came to an end when he was forced to withdraw from the competition at 96 kg (211.5 lbs.) because of health concerns.
Cormier will discuss details of the devastating decision to withdraw from the competition and his future plans during the 6 p.m. break in tournament. He will also be available to talk with and provide photo opportunities for those who attend the tournament
“Daniel has an unique and inspiring message,” said Coach Lampe. “I encourage everyone, especially young athletes, to attend this tournament and hear him discuss both the triumphs and tragedies that he has experienced,” said Coach Lampe.
The 29-year-old Lafayette, Louisiana native was a three-time state prep champion. He led the CCC Trojan squad, coached by Steve Lampe, to the NJCAA championship in 1999 and was the national champion for two years. After graduating from Colby College, he continued his career a Oklahoma State University where he earned second in the 2001 championships while receiving a degree in sociology.
Cormier has not lost to an American wrestler since 2003, earned his first World medal in 2007, and was honored with the John Smith Award, symbolic of the country’s top freestyle wrestler.
For more information about the tournament, call Head Coach Steve Lampe at 443-2220 or Rich Epp at 443-1994.
Procrastination: A Way of Life
Staying up late nights to finish the paper your teacher assigned to you a week ago, cramming in all the information you possibly can five minutes before the big final, and even putting off paying bills until they’re overdue are a few fine examples of a problem we all face as college students. This is a problem that can cause anxiety levels and stress to sky rocket, making the simplest task seem like climbing a mountain. The problem we’re facing now is procrastination.
Everyone knows that procrastination is quite frankly a part of life. There will always be that paper that you dread writing, or the book you intend to read but just can’t seem to open up.
Procrastination has always been an issue, especially with students. Everyone has had their run-in with it. However, how people deal with it can either make or break their college career.
There are many reasons why students decide to procrastinate. Some people have the fear of failure. In other words, before they even start a paper, they are afraid it is going to turn out horribly. Therefore they put it off. Others reinforce procrastination by putting something fun in the place of doing something productive. Rather than studying for a test, they sit in front of their computer and get lost in the world of Facebook and MySpace. Before they know it, an hour has gone by and they can’t remember anything about the chapter the test is over. Another reason why students procrastinate is because they’re simply too busy. Work and other classes can become quite a burden on individuals and make procrastination the easy way out. Although procrastination will always have an effect on our lives, we can step up and control it rather than just going with the flow. There are many ways to avoid procrastinating.
For example, find out exactly how you procrastinate. Whether it be ignoring the talk, turning a short break into a long one, or telling yourself that how you perform in school today won’t matter in the future are some ways everyone procrastinates. Once you find out how exactly you procrastinate, you’ll be able to catch it in the future and eliminate that obstacle.
Creating a productive environment for yourself is a good way to keep focused on the assignment at hand. If you’re in a room full of friends and television and music, how easy will that be to keep your nose in your book and actually understand what you’re reading? Try to find a quiet space and avoid all distractions as possible.
Some assignments require working on a computer, which we all know is a major distraction when trying to get something done. There are endless possibilities as far as entertainment goes on the World Wide Web. Some great advice on how to keep yourself away from that is to get yourself off Facebook, stop downloading music from Limewire, and get off messenger. These are all just excuses to keep yourself from getting to the point.
As I stated before, procrastination will always be a part of life. But the main question I will leave you with is, can you control it, rather than letting it control you?
Everyone knows that procrastination is quite frankly a part of life. There will always be that paper that you dread writing, or the book you intend to read but just can’t seem to open up.
Procrastination has always been an issue, especially with students. Everyone has had their run-in with it. However, how people deal with it can either make or break their college career.
There are many reasons why students decide to procrastinate. Some people have the fear of failure. In other words, before they even start a paper, they are afraid it is going to turn out horribly. Therefore they put it off. Others reinforce procrastination by putting something fun in the place of doing something productive. Rather than studying for a test, they sit in front of their computer and get lost in the world of Facebook and MySpace. Before they know it, an hour has gone by and they can’t remember anything about the chapter the test is over. Another reason why students procrastinate is because they’re simply too busy. Work and other classes can become quite a burden on individuals and make procrastination the easy way out. Although procrastination will always have an effect on our lives, we can step up and control it rather than just going with the flow. There are many ways to avoid procrastinating.
For example, find out exactly how you procrastinate. Whether it be ignoring the talk, turning a short break into a long one, or telling yourself that how you perform in school today won’t matter in the future are some ways everyone procrastinates. Once you find out how exactly you procrastinate, you’ll be able to catch it in the future and eliminate that obstacle.
Creating a productive environment for yourself is a good way to keep focused on the assignment at hand. If you’re in a room full of friends and television and music, how easy will that be to keep your nose in your book and actually understand what you’re reading? Try to find a quiet space and avoid all distractions as possible.
Some assignments require working on a computer, which we all know is a major distraction when trying to get something done. There are endless possibilities as far as entertainment goes on the World Wide Web. Some great advice on how to keep yourself away from that is to get yourself off Facebook, stop downloading music from Limewire, and get off messenger. These are all just excuses to keep yourself from getting to the point.
As I stated before, procrastination will always be a part of life. But the main question I will leave you with is, can you control it, rather than letting it control you?
Young Voters Final
2008 is the year of the young voter. If you are over 18, I’m talkin’ to you!
A very important election is just around the corner. Opportunity for change, a new beginning, or whatever you wish to call it has arisen. My question to you is- What are you going to do about it? If you, like me, have been living the last eight years unsatisfied with any aspect of our government, you may want to listen to this. I celebrated my eighteenth birthday a few months ago and have since then experienced the fundamentals of “becoming an adult” in America. I bought my first lottery ticket, have received credit card offers via mail, and was even allowed to purchase air soft pellets for my little brother at Wal-Mart. All this seemed beside the point when compared to what I was most excited about though; gaining the power to vote. For me, the opportunity to vote empowers me to have a voice, and to be a part of the change I want to see in the future. Tuesday November 4th 2008 marks the date of the next presidential election, an election that is poised to be the most significant ever to take place in the United States. Time Magazine has noted that “the 2008 election will have an 83% impact on the country.” Being that it is so heavily weighted, I will be sure to take part in the result of the election. However small the percentage is, my vote will count on November 4th. Your vote counts. Statistics prove that 2008 is the year of the young voter. Expectations have been raised, and an emphasis has been placed on young adults age 18-24. “Commonly called the Millennial Generation or Generation Y, young voters rival the Baby Boomers in size and are the most diverse generation in history,” according to YDA youth statistics. “Young people are voting in numbers rarely seen since the general election of 1972 — the first in which the voting age was lowered to 18.” The emphasis placed on young voters is there for a reason. We are the future. And have the ability to make it what we want it to be. If you don’t take the opportunity to change your future, you lose the right to complain about your present. So please, Vote on November 4th 2008 and let your voice be heard! If you are not registered to vote, visit http://www.studentvote.org/
A very important election is just around the corner. Opportunity for change, a new beginning, or whatever you wish to call it has arisen. My question to you is- What are you going to do about it? If you, like me, have been living the last eight years unsatisfied with any aspect of our government, you may want to listen to this. I celebrated my eighteenth birthday a few months ago and have since then experienced the fundamentals of “becoming an adult” in America. I bought my first lottery ticket, have received credit card offers via mail, and was even allowed to purchase air soft pellets for my little brother at Wal-Mart. All this seemed beside the point when compared to what I was most excited about though; gaining the power to vote. For me, the opportunity to vote empowers me to have a voice, and to be a part of the change I want to see in the future. Tuesday November 4th 2008 marks the date of the next presidential election, an election that is poised to be the most significant ever to take place in the United States. Time Magazine has noted that “the 2008 election will have an 83% impact on the country.” Being that it is so heavily weighted, I will be sure to take part in the result of the election. However small the percentage is, my vote will count on November 4th. Your vote counts. Statistics prove that 2008 is the year of the young voter. Expectations have been raised, and an emphasis has been placed on young adults age 18-24. “Commonly called the Millennial Generation or Generation Y, young voters rival the Baby Boomers in size and are the most diverse generation in history,” according to YDA youth statistics. “Young people are voting in numbers rarely seen since the general election of 1972 — the first in which the voting age was lowered to 18.” The emphasis placed on young voters is there for a reason. We are the future. And have the ability to make it what we want it to be. If you don’t take the opportunity to change your future, you lose the right to complain about your present. So please, Vote on November 4th 2008 and let your voice be heard! If you are not registered to vote, visit http://www.studentvote.org/
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
PTA Club Schedules Three Evening Massage Clinics
Students in the Colby Community College Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Club will offer a series of evening massage clinics in October on the college campus.
The clinics, which are open to the general public, will be held from 5-9 p.m. with the final appointment beginning at 8:30, on Oct. 6, 9 and 16 in room #804 located in the Health Sciences Building.
Two options will be offered--a 30-minute massage for $12 or a one-hour massage for $24. All previously-sold massage coupons will be honored.
The PTA Club promotes professionalism among physical therapist assistants, providing lifelong learning opportunities and helping students identify potential career development possibilities. In addition to the massage clinics, the club assists with community health fairs, campus activities and Kansas Physical Therapy Association conferences.
Those interested in scheduling appointments should contact Trudy Wildeman at (785) 460-4797 weekdays between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or email trudy.wildeman@colbycc.edu.
The clinics, which are open to the general public, will be held from 5-9 p.m. with the final appointment beginning at 8:30, on Oct. 6, 9 and 16 in room #804 located in the Health Sciences Building.
Two options will be offered--a 30-minute massage for $12 or a one-hour massage for $24. All previously-sold massage coupons will be honored.
The PTA Club promotes professionalism among physical therapist assistants, providing lifelong learning opportunities and helping students identify potential career development possibilities. In addition to the massage clinics, the club assists with community health fairs, campus activities and Kansas Physical Therapy Association conferences.
Those interested in scheduling appointments should contact Trudy Wildeman at (785) 460-4797 weekdays between 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or email trudy.wildeman@colbycc.edu.
Dental Hygiene
In addition to two years of rigorous classroom instruction and weekly labs, students enrolled in the dental hygiene program at Colby Community College are required to complete many hours of clinical instruction to prepare them for the national board exam. To comply with graduation requirements, patients are needed for the dental hygiene program. Participants will receive an oral cancer exam, cleaning, and x-rays for a $20 discounted rate. The downside of this reduced price cleaning is that is may take several appointments to complete the process owing to the time required for instructors to check the students’ work.
The dental hygiene clinic at CCC is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday from 1-5 p.m. each week. To make an appointment with one of the student hygienists, call the clinic located in the Health Science Building at (785) 460-5438.
The nationally-accredited CCC program is unique in its method of instruction. The classroom component of the work is delivered via interactive television equipment from Northcentral Technical College located in Wausau, Wis. Lectures are reinforced with labs and clinics on the Colby campus.
Accrediting restrictions limit the Colby program to 12 first- and 12 second-year students. This year the program has nine sophomores. Ten hygienists graduated from the program in May 2008. That group achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the national board examination.
Students enrolled in the dental hygienist program at Colby Community College will also host a Sealant/Fluoride Clinic on Thursday, Oct. 30.
Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. They are applied on as a liquid and quickly harden to form a shield over the tooth. Sealant placement is easy and painless.
Sealants, which can last up to 10 years, are suggested for children because the chewing surfaces of back teeth are rough and uneven. Food and bacteria become trapped in these hidden areas because toothbrush bristles cannot brush them away, and eventually the tooth can develop a cavity.
Dental experts suggest that children should get sealants on their permanent molars as soon as teeth come in--before decay attacks the tooth. Parents are encouraged to make an appointment for their children by calling 460-5438.
Program director for the CCC program is Becky Vollertsen. Instructors include Sheri Martin, Bobette Maier and Dana Foss. Dr. Jay Sekavec, DDS, serves as the supervising dentist for the program.
The dental hygiene clinic at CCC is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. and Friday from 1-5 p.m. each week. To make an appointment with one of the student hygienists, call the clinic located in the Health Science Building at (785) 460-5438.
The nationally-accredited CCC program is unique in its method of instruction. The classroom component of the work is delivered via interactive television equipment from Northcentral Technical College located in Wausau, Wis. Lectures are reinforced with labs and clinics on the Colby campus.
Accrediting restrictions limit the Colby program to 12 first- and 12 second-year students. This year the program has nine sophomores. Ten hygienists graduated from the program in May 2008. That group achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the national board examination.
Students enrolled in the dental hygienist program at Colby Community College will also host a Sealant/Fluoride Clinic on Thursday, Oct. 30.
Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. They are applied on as a liquid and quickly harden to form a shield over the tooth. Sealant placement is easy and painless.
Sealants, which can last up to 10 years, are suggested for children because the chewing surfaces of back teeth are rough and uneven. Food and bacteria become trapped in these hidden areas because toothbrush bristles cannot brush them away, and eventually the tooth can develop a cavity.
Dental experts suggest that children should get sealants on their permanent molars as soon as teeth come in--before decay attacks the tooth. Parents are encouraged to make an appointment for their children by calling 460-5438.
Program director for the CCC program is Becky Vollertsen. Instructors include Sheri Martin, Bobette Maier and Dana Foss. Dr. Jay Sekavec, DDS, serves as the supervising dentist for the program.
CLC welcomes new tutors
CLC welcomes new tutors
With two returning, the CLC welcomes eight new tutors. Here is an inside look at two of them.
Tim Howard is a freshman attending Colby studying general studies. As a new addition to the staff at the CLC, Tim will be tutoring English, Speech, Art appreciation and Art history. He was referred to the learning center due to his high test scores, and accepted the position for multiple reasons. “I love to meet new people and talk with them. Being a tutor gives me a great opportunity to learn about people and English at the same time.” Originally born in California, Tim moved to Colby as a sixth grader and has since then called this home. He admits that some of his tutoring techniques may be out of the norm…When asked how he gets across to students Tim replies jokingly “I beat the students” Of course he comes up with a real answer- He views himself as more of a guide to students, pointing out mistakes and going through the basic mechanics of an essay. He says “Everyone is a good writer; it’s just a matter of putting it down on paper.” Tim is available to tutor Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 and Tuesday 1:30-2:30.
Math, it comes easy for some. Luckily, one of those people is Jed Oesterreich. Jed, originally from Colby is a freshman majoring in general studies. After being recommended by his math teacher, Jed joined the team of tutors at the CLC. Hearing that the math department needed some extra help, he decided to give tutoring a try. Jed will be tutoring in all areas of Algebra. “So far it hasn’t been too busy yet, and I’m looking forward to experiencing what being a tutor is all about.” He finds the best way to help students with math is to let them work through the problems while pointing them in the right direction. Jed finds the most rewarding part about being a tutor is “that feeling you get when you know you’ve helped someone.” He is available to tutor in the CLC Monday 11:00-12:00 Wednesday 11:00-12:00, 2:00- 4:00 and Thursday 2:00- 3:30.
With two returning, the CLC welcomes eight new tutors. Here is an inside look at two of them.
Tim Howard is a freshman attending Colby studying general studies. As a new addition to the staff at the CLC, Tim will be tutoring English, Speech, Art appreciation and Art history. He was referred to the learning center due to his high test scores, and accepted the position for multiple reasons. “I love to meet new people and talk with them. Being a tutor gives me a great opportunity to learn about people and English at the same time.” Originally born in California, Tim moved to Colby as a sixth grader and has since then called this home. He admits that some of his tutoring techniques may be out of the norm…When asked how he gets across to students Tim replies jokingly “I beat the students” Of course he comes up with a real answer- He views himself as more of a guide to students, pointing out mistakes and going through the basic mechanics of an essay. He says “Everyone is a good writer; it’s just a matter of putting it down on paper.” Tim is available to tutor Monday and Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 and Tuesday 1:30-2:30.
Math, it comes easy for some. Luckily, one of those people is Jed Oesterreich. Jed, originally from Colby is a freshman majoring in general studies. After being recommended by his math teacher, Jed joined the team of tutors at the CLC. Hearing that the math department needed some extra help, he decided to give tutoring a try. Jed will be tutoring in all areas of Algebra. “So far it hasn’t been too busy yet, and I’m looking forward to experiencing what being a tutor is all about.” He finds the best way to help students with math is to let them work through the problems while pointing them in the right direction. Jed finds the most rewarding part about being a tutor is “that feeling you get when you know you’ve helped someone.” He is available to tutor in the CLC Monday 11:00-12:00 Wednesday 11:00-12:00, 2:00- 4:00 and Thursday 2:00- 3:30.
Rodeo results
Although Mother Nature created some challenges, the 11th annual Colby Community College Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) rodeo held over the weekend broke attendance and participation records set in previous years.
Allen Russell, CCC rodeo coach, reported that this year’s rodeo was a big success with just a few minor problems.
“Although we were up against Colby High School homecoming and wet weather on Friday night, we still had a record-breaking attendance,” said Russell. “We had 450 individual contestants who competed in multiple events during the three days. Because the area south of the arena was so muddy, several of the contestants set up east and north of the fairgrounds. However, with just a few exceptions, everything went very well. There were only a few contestants who withdrew because of the weather.”
Twenty-seven CCC students competed in the rodeo with several placing in the finals on Sunday.
Ben Robinson, a freshman from Brule, Neb., was 4th overall in steer wrestling after finishing 5th in first-round competition
Bret Spanel (Anselmo, Neb.) finished 7th in the steer wrestling. His brother Ira, who was a past member of the CCC Rodeo Team, is a student representative on the National Rodeo Board.
Austin Carter (Beloit) and Chance Remington (Palco) tied for 7th and 8th in team roping.
Lane Wood (Imperial, Neb.) also did well in steer wrestling with an 11th-place finish.
For the women, Shea Henderson (Alliance, Neb.) finished 12th in barrel racing.
Panhandle State University finished first in the men’s team competition. Rogers State University was second, followed by Southeastern Oklahoma State University in third.
For the women, Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU) finished first. Former CCC Rodeo Team member Brooke Inlow and her sister Jade are members of the NWOSU team.
The Fort Hays State University women were second with Oklahoma State University finishing third.
“This event would not be possible without the expertise and help of many volunteers including CCC faculty and staff members and numerous community members,” said Russell. “This is a huge event to host in Colby and I believe it is a big boost for the area economy. I really appreciate all the support from everyone involved.”
Allen Russell, CCC rodeo coach, reported that this year’s rodeo was a big success with just a few minor problems.
“Although we were up against Colby High School homecoming and wet weather on Friday night, we still had a record-breaking attendance,” said Russell. “We had 450 individual contestants who competed in multiple events during the three days. Because the area south of the arena was so muddy, several of the contestants set up east and north of the fairgrounds. However, with just a few exceptions, everything went very well. There were only a few contestants who withdrew because of the weather.”
Twenty-seven CCC students competed in the rodeo with several placing in the finals on Sunday.
Ben Robinson, a freshman from Brule, Neb., was 4th overall in steer wrestling after finishing 5th in first-round competition
Bret Spanel (Anselmo, Neb.) finished 7th in the steer wrestling. His brother Ira, who was a past member of the CCC Rodeo Team, is a student representative on the National Rodeo Board.
Austin Carter (Beloit) and Chance Remington (Palco) tied for 7th and 8th in team roping.
Lane Wood (Imperial, Neb.) also did well in steer wrestling with an 11th-place finish.
For the women, Shea Henderson (Alliance, Neb.) finished 12th in barrel racing.
Panhandle State University finished first in the men’s team competition. Rogers State University was second, followed by Southeastern Oklahoma State University in third.
For the women, Northwestern Oklahoma State University (NWOSU) finished first. Former CCC Rodeo Team member Brooke Inlow and her sister Jade are members of the NWOSU team.
The Fort Hays State University women were second with Oklahoma State University finishing third.
“This event would not be possible without the expertise and help of many volunteers including CCC faculty and staff members and numerous community members,” said Russell. “This is a huge event to host in Colby and I believe it is a big boost for the area economy. I really appreciate all the support from everyone involved.”
Learning Center prepares for the New Year
Learning Center Offers Free Resources for Students
Located in Thomas Hall, you will find the CLC (Comprehensive Learning Center), with new hours, along with a new team of tutors. The CLC holds high expectations for this school year. “The students are awesome this fall, they make this a fun place to learn” says CLC supervisor Brenda Kinderknecht.
There is a wide range of resources available, with access to computers, tutoring, reference books and study guides and all of the services are free. Everyone is welcome in the CLC, and students do not need appointments. Just drop in, and you can get answers to quick questions, find a quiet place to study, or meet with a tutor to get help with homework. “We have a great team of tutors. And students are discovering how easy it is to drop in and get some help, use the computers or just hang out and study,” says Kinderknecht.
Here at Colby CC we are well equipped with the resources needed to help students be successful. Using the CLC is a great way to broaden your educational experience. The Learning Center can give students the extra support they need to develop study skills and test taking techniques, and to be prepared for class and complete assignments with confidence.
There are many resources that can contribute to a college student’s success, but many times we do not take advantage of the help that is available. Freshman Cassie Smatana says, “When I hear the word tutor I automatically think, someone who can help you with any problems you may run into with your school work.” This is a good description of the services available at the Comprehensive Learning Center, and one of the many ways in which a student can get the most out of his or her education.
The CLC warmly welcomes eight new tutors to the team, with two returning tutors Aylssa Lambert and Heather Sowers. New tutors include: April Brown, Eliani Waworundeng, Glenn Kaaz, Tim Howard, Katelyn Jones, Jed Oesterreich, Rachel Lamm and Sarah Borneman. All of which are highly qualified in a wide range of subjects, including writing, math, science, business, social sciences and humanities. The Center is open Monday through Thursday 8a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday 8a.m. to 5p.m and closed weekends.
Located in Thomas Hall, you will find the CLC (Comprehensive Learning Center), with new hours, along with a new team of tutors. The CLC holds high expectations for this school year. “The students are awesome this fall, they make this a fun place to learn” says CLC supervisor Brenda Kinderknecht.
There is a wide range of resources available, with access to computers, tutoring, reference books and study guides and all of the services are free. Everyone is welcome in the CLC, and students do not need appointments. Just drop in, and you can get answers to quick questions, find a quiet place to study, or meet with a tutor to get help with homework. “We have a great team of tutors. And students are discovering how easy it is to drop in and get some help, use the computers or just hang out and study,” says Kinderknecht.
Here at Colby CC we are well equipped with the resources needed to help students be successful. Using the CLC is a great way to broaden your educational experience. The Learning Center can give students the extra support they need to develop study skills and test taking techniques, and to be prepared for class and complete assignments with confidence.
There are many resources that can contribute to a college student’s success, but many times we do not take advantage of the help that is available. Freshman Cassie Smatana says, “When I hear the word tutor I automatically think, someone who can help you with any problems you may run into with your school work.” This is a good description of the services available at the Comprehensive Learning Center, and one of the many ways in which a student can get the most out of his or her education.
The CLC warmly welcomes eight new tutors to the team, with two returning tutors Aylssa Lambert and Heather Sowers. New tutors include: April Brown, Eliani Waworundeng, Glenn Kaaz, Tim Howard, Katelyn Jones, Jed Oesterreich, Rachel Lamm and Sarah Borneman. All of which are highly qualified in a wide range of subjects, including writing, math, science, business, social sciences and humanities. The Center is open Monday through Thursday 8a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday 8a.m. to 5p.m and closed weekends.
Criminal Justice
The educational experience for many Colby Community College students is much more than face-to-face instruction in a traditional classroom setting. One example of the new course delivery systems is the Wimba Classroom now being used to provide real time classroom interaction to CCC students enrolled in Introduction to Criminal Justice.
The Wimba classroom provides students with access to CCC instructors and lecture content available beyond the boundaries of the traditional classroom door.
Adjunct instructor Elisabeth Copeland, a 2004 graduate of the Colby College Criminal Justice program, is a former deputy sheriff and juvenile probation officer. She currently is a Skills Development Specialist for the Department of Corrections (DOC) working out of the DOC central office in Topeka. She is teaching the introductory criminal justice course to CCC students from her location in Topeka.
After receiving her degree from CCC, Copeland transferred to Washburn University where she received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
“The class is going very well,” said Copeland. “I am usually providing instruction to corrections’ officers. This is a different type of instruction utilizing a very unique delivery system. I’m enjoying the opportunity.”
With the Wimba classroom, faculty connect to CCC students online through follow-the-speaker video, emoticons, and discussion-centered Voice-over Internet Protocol. Students may participate anyplace they have an Internet connection.
“The Introduction to Criminal Justice class being delivered from Topeka is our first attempt with this concept,” said Dr. Michael Thompson, criminal justice program director. “We have ten student in the class and it appears to be working very well.
“With the Wimba Classroom, we can capture our classroom activity, make it available for review and reuse, allowing for better student comprehension,” said Thompson. “We can record the audio, video, chat, whiteboard and application sharing for a class offered at a remote site or capture the traditional classroom lecture environment. With Wimba Classroom we have been able to bridge our students who are distance bound with the traditional student, allowing us to expand our learning programs and student base.”
The Wimba classroom provides students with access to CCC instructors and lecture content available beyond the boundaries of the traditional classroom door.
Adjunct instructor Elisabeth Copeland, a 2004 graduate of the Colby College Criminal Justice program, is a former deputy sheriff and juvenile probation officer. She currently is a Skills Development Specialist for the Department of Corrections (DOC) working out of the DOC central office in Topeka. She is teaching the introductory criminal justice course to CCC students from her location in Topeka.
After receiving her degree from CCC, Copeland transferred to Washburn University where she received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
“The class is going very well,” said Copeland. “I am usually providing instruction to corrections’ officers. This is a different type of instruction utilizing a very unique delivery system. I’m enjoying the opportunity.”
With the Wimba classroom, faculty connect to CCC students online through follow-the-speaker video, emoticons, and discussion-centered Voice-over Internet Protocol. Students may participate anyplace they have an Internet connection.
“The Introduction to Criminal Justice class being delivered from Topeka is our first attempt with this concept,” said Dr. Michael Thompson, criminal justice program director. “We have ten student in the class and it appears to be working very well.
“With the Wimba Classroom, we can capture our classroom activity, make it available for review and reuse, allowing for better student comprehension,” said Thompson. “We can record the audio, video, chat, whiteboard and application sharing for a class offered at a remote site or capture the traditional classroom lecture environment. With Wimba Classroom we have been able to bridge our students who are distance bound with the traditional student, allowing us to expand our learning programs and student base.”
Cindy Black
Cindy Black believes Colby is one of the best communities in Kansas. She is a well-known advocate for the community who devotes countless hours to civic organizations including serving as a Board of Trustees member at Colby Community College. In addition to owning and operating her own business, Black recently completed her bachelor’s degree from Friend’s University. She is the recipient of a Kansas Community Leadership Initiative “Leader-Full” Community Award which is awarded to individuals who exemplify servant leadership in their daily lives. Black was instrumental in the formation of the Thomas County Community Foundation and achieving the matching grant process offered by the Kansas Health Foundation. She has served as co-facilitator of the Leadership Thomas County Program for many years and was a member of the CCC Endowment Foundation Board of Directors. In addition, she has been a participant in KCLI Ambassadors for the Kansas Health Foundation since 1999.
Black recently completed Advanced Facilitation Training for Getting Results through Effective Teamwork sponsored by Contemporary Consulting of Richmond, Ind. Working with real situations, Black planned and executed appropriate facilitation processes and experiences.
“I was invited to attend because of my previous involvement with the Kansas Leadership Initiative that the Kansas Health Foundation provided,” said Black. “The training began in 1999 and has continued since that time. It was a plan to make Kansas the best place to raise a child. Colby was one of 17 communities invited to participate in the program.”
Mary Jo Clark and Pat Heiny, owners of Contemporary Consulting, organized the training workshop.
“Today teams from work departments to nonprofit boards to family groups are called on to work well together while accomplishing great results,” said Clark. “Current facilitation practices require a willingness to help groups solve problems through discussion while simultaneously developing the abilities of the participants to lead and carry out the devised solutions.”
“The workshop was absolutely a worthwhile experience,” explained Black. “It provided me with lifelong skills. It was a reminder of the skills we use everyday as well as it taught a new way of working through difficult situations. The workshop provided the necessary skills to ask the right questions when a group is in chaos. The skills are learned to enable participants to facilitate a group from chaos, to unity, to becoming a performing community.”
Black offers a three-prong approach to facilitation: developing the skills and capacities of participants, creating a trusting and respectful team dynamic, and working toward innovative solutions.
“The workshop will assist in my role as a board member and community volunteer,” said Black. “When the difficult questions need to be asked, it will give me the tools to do it in an unobtrusive manner. This will enable the board to process through decisions in a different manner making sure we look at all angles and ask the hard questions to ensure a solid decision. I will use these skills at work, home and with the Leadership Thomas County program. Leilani Thomas and I are the co-facilitators for that group.”
Attending the workshop provided Black with an opportunity to talk with a diverse audience about Colby Community College.
“I shared information about the positive impact that CCC has on our community and in northwest Kansas. I was able to share the challenges/opportunities we have living in a rural community. Colby College is providing a strong education for our future leaders. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that CCC is the leader in education and continues to be involved in the community as well as in northwest Kansas.”
The successful completion of the advanced training prepares Black to analyze groups and the root challenges they face as their team works together. Black will assist groups with identifying diverse learning needs, engaging the participants in interactive learning activities with the goal that the participants will become the problem solvers.
Black recently completed Advanced Facilitation Training for Getting Results through Effective Teamwork sponsored by Contemporary Consulting of Richmond, Ind. Working with real situations, Black planned and executed appropriate facilitation processes and experiences.
“I was invited to attend because of my previous involvement with the Kansas Leadership Initiative that the Kansas Health Foundation provided,” said Black. “The training began in 1999 and has continued since that time. It was a plan to make Kansas the best place to raise a child. Colby was one of 17 communities invited to participate in the program.”
Mary Jo Clark and Pat Heiny, owners of Contemporary Consulting, organized the training workshop.
“Today teams from work departments to nonprofit boards to family groups are called on to work well together while accomplishing great results,” said Clark. “Current facilitation practices require a willingness to help groups solve problems through discussion while simultaneously developing the abilities of the participants to lead and carry out the devised solutions.”
“The workshop was absolutely a worthwhile experience,” explained Black. “It provided me with lifelong skills. It was a reminder of the skills we use everyday as well as it taught a new way of working through difficult situations. The workshop provided the necessary skills to ask the right questions when a group is in chaos. The skills are learned to enable participants to facilitate a group from chaos, to unity, to becoming a performing community.”
Black offers a three-prong approach to facilitation: developing the skills and capacities of participants, creating a trusting and respectful team dynamic, and working toward innovative solutions.
“The workshop will assist in my role as a board member and community volunteer,” said Black. “When the difficult questions need to be asked, it will give me the tools to do it in an unobtrusive manner. This will enable the board to process through decisions in a different manner making sure we look at all angles and ask the hard questions to ensure a solid decision. I will use these skills at work, home and with the Leadership Thomas County program. Leilani Thomas and I are the co-facilitators for that group.”
Attending the workshop provided Black with an opportunity to talk with a diverse audience about Colby Community College.
“I shared information about the positive impact that CCC has on our community and in northwest Kansas. I was able to share the challenges/opportunities we have living in a rural community. Colby College is providing a strong education for our future leaders. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that CCC is the leader in education and continues to be involved in the community as well as in northwest Kansas.”
The successful completion of the advanced training prepares Black to analyze groups and the root challenges they face as their team works together. Black will assist groups with identifying diverse learning needs, engaging the participants in interactive learning activities with the goal that the participants will become the problem solvers.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Wanna Avoid the ‘Freshman 15’? Stop Eating Crap!
The number one fear of college students isn’t doing the walk of shame after a night of beer bongs and body shots. No, the real fear is the dreaded “freshman 15.” College can be one of the most amazing, invigorating, and freeing times in life. No one wants to ruin four years of fun by getting fat!
The good news? The freshman 15 is totally avoidable. Not by starving yourself. Not by taking stupid laxatives. Not by going on some dumb “all liquid” diet. It’s actually pretty simple: All you need to do is to stop eating crap.
Meat: The dead, rotting, decomposing flesh of a carcass—n-a-s-t-y. Chicken, burgers, and bacon are full of pesticides, steroids, and antibiotics—not to mention a ton of cholesterol and fat.
The Skinny Alternative: There are countless meat-free substitutes that have the same taste and texture of meat, sans the cholesterol, high-fat content, and other nastiness. Products like Boca “chicken” cutlets and vegan BBQ “riblets” can be found in every major grocery store, and most dining halls are bulking up their meat-free options in order to meet the growing demand.
Dairy: Got pus? Milk does. It’s also been linked to acne, allergies, asthma, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and a slew of other things you don’t want anything to do with. We are the only species on Earth that drinks milk as adults. And we’re the only species on the planet that drinks the milk of another species. Would you breastfeed from your mom at this age? No! So why would you breastfeed from a calf’s mom? Gross! Worried about calcium? The dirty secret that the dairy industry doesn’t want you to know: Researchers from Harvard, Yale, Penn State, and the National Institutes of Health all studied the effects of dairy-product intake on bone health—not one of them found dairy foods to be a deterrent for osteoporosis!
The Skinny Alternative: Um, hello? Ever heard of soy milk, rice milk, hempseed milk, oat milk, or almond milk? Get with the millennium. Not only are these alternatives guaranteed to be pus-free, they’re also often fortified with calcium and vitamin D.
Eggs: Eggs are chicken periods. Think about it. If that doesn’t make you puke up your omelet, how about this: Many grocery-store eggs are infected with salmonella—bacteria that will give you diarrhea for days. Diarrhea in a dorm bathroom? No thanks! P.S. A single egg has as much cholesterol as three servings of beef tenderloin.
The Skinny Alternative: Replace your morning chicken period with scrambled tofu. And for baking cookies, brownies, or cupcakes, replace the eggs with bananas, applesauce, or commercial egg replacers (like Ener-G). The possibilities are endless.
Soda: There is nothing in soda, whether diet or regular, that’s good for you! But it’s like crack for so many, and people are downing it by the bucket. Ditch this liquid Satan and see the difference it makes.
The Skinny Alternative: Um, ever hear of water? Drink it! It’s vital for flushing toxins, staying hydrated, and eliminating garbage from your body.
The choice is yours: Four years of fun with good health, good skin, and a hot bod or the dreaded and inevitable freshman 15. You decide.
Need help getting started? Check out peta2.com/SkinnyBitch, where you can get the skinny on what to eat, how to get more vegetarian options in your dining hall, and dirt on the industries that sell you crap. Need a further kick in the ass? Check out Skinny Bitch and Skinny Bitch in the Kitch.
Rory Freedman is the coauthor of New York Times best-selling books Skinny Bitch and Skinny Bitch in the Kitch, and her newest release, Skinny Bitch: Bun in the Oven.
The good news? The freshman 15 is totally avoidable. Not by starving yourself. Not by taking stupid laxatives. Not by going on some dumb “all liquid” diet. It’s actually pretty simple: All you need to do is to stop eating crap.
Meat: The dead, rotting, decomposing flesh of a carcass—n-a-s-t-y. Chicken, burgers, and bacon are full of pesticides, steroids, and antibiotics—not to mention a ton of cholesterol and fat.
The Skinny Alternative: There are countless meat-free substitutes that have the same taste and texture of meat, sans the cholesterol, high-fat content, and other nastiness. Products like Boca “chicken” cutlets and vegan BBQ “riblets” can be found in every major grocery store, and most dining halls are bulking up their meat-free options in order to meet the growing demand.
Dairy: Got pus? Milk does. It’s also been linked to acne, allergies, asthma, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and a slew of other things you don’t want anything to do with. We are the only species on Earth that drinks milk as adults. And we’re the only species on the planet that drinks the milk of another species. Would you breastfeed from your mom at this age? No! So why would you breastfeed from a calf’s mom? Gross! Worried about calcium? The dirty secret that the dairy industry doesn’t want you to know: Researchers from Harvard, Yale, Penn State, and the National Institutes of Health all studied the effects of dairy-product intake on bone health—not one of them found dairy foods to be a deterrent for osteoporosis!
The Skinny Alternative: Um, hello? Ever heard of soy milk, rice milk, hempseed milk, oat milk, or almond milk? Get with the millennium. Not only are these alternatives guaranteed to be pus-free, they’re also often fortified with calcium and vitamin D.
Eggs: Eggs are chicken periods. Think about it. If that doesn’t make you puke up your omelet, how about this: Many grocery-store eggs are infected with salmonella—bacteria that will give you diarrhea for days. Diarrhea in a dorm bathroom? No thanks! P.S. A single egg has as much cholesterol as three servings of beef tenderloin.
The Skinny Alternative: Replace your morning chicken period with scrambled tofu. And for baking cookies, brownies, or cupcakes, replace the eggs with bananas, applesauce, or commercial egg replacers (like Ener-G). The possibilities are endless.
Soda: There is nothing in soda, whether diet or regular, that’s good for you! But it’s like crack for so many, and people are downing it by the bucket. Ditch this liquid Satan and see the difference it makes.
The Skinny Alternative: Um, ever hear of water? Drink it! It’s vital for flushing toxins, staying hydrated, and eliminating garbage from your body.
The choice is yours: Four years of fun with good health, good skin, and a hot bod or the dreaded and inevitable freshman 15. You decide.
Need help getting started? Check out peta2.com/SkinnyBitch, where you can get the skinny on what to eat, how to get more vegetarian options in your dining hall, and dirt on the industries that sell you crap. Need a further kick in the ass? Check out Skinny Bitch and Skinny Bitch in the Kitch.
Rory Freedman is the coauthor of New York Times best-selling books Skinny Bitch and Skinny Bitch in the Kitch, and her newest release, Skinny Bitch: Bun in the Oven.
We Want You!
The officers of the CCC Student Senate are looking for a few good women and men to be leaders of the student body. We need you to step up and make a difference. In two short weeks, students will vote for student senate representatives. They will elect four (4) sophomores and six (6) freshmen.
On the reverse side of this page is a petition you may use to start the process of becoming a student senate rep. When you have the fifteen (15) signatures, bring the form to Kathy Britton’s office in the Student Union. The deadline for submitting your completed form is Friday, September 19. The election is Tuesday, September 23. So, get it done today.
The purpose of the CCC Student Senate is to serve as the official represent-tative of all students in all matters concerning a student or students of this institution, and to exclusively conduct coordination of student organizations, while serving as the decision-making unit of the student body, being above all other student organizations.
Among the responsibilities of the student senate are the following:
* Establish and promote student activities
* The promotion of the interests of the student body and its members, including the review and the participation in making all College policies
* The promotion of communication and cooperation between students and the faculty, administration, staff, and the Board of Trustees
* To provide extra funds to worthy campus organizations
* Conduct all student government elections
* The communication with other student government organizations of other institutions, to investigate means of improving life for all present and potential students of CCC.
If you have any questions, please contact the Dean of Students in the Student Union or any of the student senate officers.
On the reverse side of this page is a petition you may use to start the process of becoming a student senate rep. When you have the fifteen (15) signatures, bring the form to Kathy Britton’s office in the Student Union. The deadline for submitting your completed form is Friday, September 19. The election is Tuesday, September 23. So, get it done today.
The purpose of the CCC Student Senate is to serve as the official represent-tative of all students in all matters concerning a student or students of this institution, and to exclusively conduct coordination of student organizations, while serving as the decision-making unit of the student body, being above all other student organizations.
Among the responsibilities of the student senate are the following:
* Establish and promote student activities
* The promotion of the interests of the student body and its members, including the review and the participation in making all College policies
* The promotion of communication and cooperation between students and the faculty, administration, staff, and the Board of Trustees
* To provide extra funds to worthy campus organizations
* Conduct all student government elections
* The communication with other student government organizations of other institutions, to investigate means of improving life for all present and potential students of CCC.
If you have any questions, please contact the Dean of Students in the Student Union or any of the student senate officers.
Wagoner awarded Firestone scholarship
Lady Trojan basketball players and fans could always depend on Jim and Betty Firestone to be in the stands near the front row cheering on the team. The Firestones also served as host parents for many of the Lady Trojan players, inviting them into their home and helping whenever they could.
Jim, who died in 2006, was the first recipient to be awarded the CCC Honorary Degree posthumously in May 2006. He and his wife Betty were honored with the degree in recognition of their commitment to the growth and success of Colby and the college.
Betty and her family established the memorial scholarship to be awarded annually to a member of the Lady Trojan basketball team.
“Jim would be so pleased that the first scholarship was awarded to Tasha,” said Firestone. “We have watched her play sports for many years and she’s the perfect recipient.”
Wagoner is a graduate of Colby High School. She is a freshman majoring in general studies at CCC. Tasha is the daughter of Jeff and Lesley Wagoner of Colby.
Jim, who died in 2006, was the first recipient to be awarded the CCC Honorary Degree posthumously in May 2006. He and his wife Betty were honored with the degree in recognition of their commitment to the growth and success of Colby and the college.
Betty and her family established the memorial scholarship to be awarded annually to a member of the Lady Trojan basketball team.
“Jim would be so pleased that the first scholarship was awarded to Tasha,” said Firestone. “We have watched her play sports for many years and she’s the perfect recipient.”
Wagoner is a graduate of Colby High School. She is a freshman majoring in general studies at CCC. Tasha is the daughter of Jeff and Lesley Wagoner of Colby.
“These Are The Best Days Of Our Lives”
Ah the college life. It can be defined in so many ways, with so many words, by so many different students. The lifestyle a college student lives varies from person to person, but one thing that is the same for everyone is all the new experiences that are thrown our way. There are so many aspects of the college life that require some major adjusting to. Whether it’s leaving home for the first time, living with your new roommate, or just dealing with the loads of homework coming our way, these things take some getting used to, and give us some huge opportunity for personal growth.
How do we survive all this change? For most, well at least for me, I’ve already run into some pretty significant opportunities for character building. The new dorms seem to have paper thin walls, and with that let me just say, that laying down listening to what sounds like an elephant walking directly above my head is not my idea of a party. My first thought went something like this, “curse these inconsiderate residents that I just happen to live below”, but on second thought, I decided this is college, and this is what it is all about. Living up the life we couldn’t have when we lived at home. No boundaries, no curfew, and the freedom!!! Don’t we all just love the freedom! With my new appreciation for freedom, I have to reach to find an equal appreciation of tolerance.
It has been statistically proven that the maturity level of a young male adult drops significantly during the first months of living the college life, and why not? After all, that is why it is called higher education. They leave the confines of parental control and enforced social behavior to set out to discover their own intelligence, maturity and social skills. Until then, I must choose to find a quiet and undisturbed place to study and or sleep, (which unfortunately cannot be my own little loft bed).
The best times of our lives, are just that because they are times of huge change, unprecedented freedom, mandatory tolerance, and unlimited choices. I guess the kicker is that the choices we make determine just how great our college life is when we look back someday. Make it count fellow Trojans!! Yeah, and can you keep it down up there?
How do we survive all this change? For most, well at least for me, I’ve already run into some pretty significant opportunities for character building. The new dorms seem to have paper thin walls, and with that let me just say, that laying down listening to what sounds like an elephant walking directly above my head is not my idea of a party. My first thought went something like this, “curse these inconsiderate residents that I just happen to live below”, but on second thought, I decided this is college, and this is what it is all about. Living up the life we couldn’t have when we lived at home. No boundaries, no curfew, and the freedom!!! Don’t we all just love the freedom! With my new appreciation for freedom, I have to reach to find an equal appreciation of tolerance.
It has been statistically proven that the maturity level of a young male adult drops significantly during the first months of living the college life, and why not? After all, that is why it is called higher education. They leave the confines of parental control and enforced social behavior to set out to discover their own intelligence, maturity and social skills. Until then, I must choose to find a quiet and undisturbed place to study and or sleep, (which unfortunately cannot be my own little loft bed).
The best times of our lives, are just that because they are times of huge change, unprecedented freedom, mandatory tolerance, and unlimited choices. I guess the kicker is that the choices we make determine just how great our college life is when we look back someday. Make it count fellow Trojans!! Yeah, and can you keep it down up there?
The new dorms are up and running!
What started off as an empty lot now has been developed into the Living Center Northeast. The construction of the new dorms began last November 19th at the official groundbreaking, and kept rolling well into August. CCC attained possession of the building in the nick of time on August 15th. With residents arriving on the 17th, there was a lot to get done in two days. “Things still needed to be ironed out” according to Living Center Northeast dorm coordinators Jim and Kelli Gates who arrived on the 15th and started preparing for all the new students to move in.
Sunday Aug 17th came with unexpected weather. The rain and cold chill in the air didn’t stop these eager college bound students though. With the help of family and some friends most everyone was settle in by night time, with the exception of a few late comers. OPTIC Christian Club helped out on move in day, they were in and out all day well equipped with raincoats and dollies. “They were an exceptional help” says Kelli. Student ambassadors also got in on the action readily waiting to help any newcomers who were short a few hands.
There are currently 92 residents living in Living Center Northeast, including the dorm coordinators. The three story building can house up to 160 residents. There are approximately 26 units on each floor with two dorm rooms per unit. Each dorm room houses two students who share a Jack and Jill style bathroom with two suite mates. Rooms are equipped with loft style beds, a shared closet, and one dresser and desk per student. The LCNE accommodates special needs students as well, with five units; ten rooms are available for students who are in a wheelchair or who need special assistance.
Although some things got a little behind schedule they are slowly being completed. Washer and dryers arrived five days after move in day, but all the common areas are expected to be fully furnished within a month, with TV’s, couches, computers and possibly a Nintendo Wii.
There have been a few exciting occurrences in the new living center. Late night alarm pulls in the elevator led to police arriving on the scene, only to find out it was a false alarm. The fire alarms have been tested, and are in working order thanks to one hungry student who set the alarms off after burning his pizza rolls in his microwave. Aside from that incident, “Students are really taking care of the rooms” Kelly comments. With A new updated and more university style essence to them, the new dorms are sure to make a happy home for many.
Sunday Aug 17th came with unexpected weather. The rain and cold chill in the air didn’t stop these eager college bound students though. With the help of family and some friends most everyone was settle in by night time, with the exception of a few late comers. OPTIC Christian Club helped out on move in day, they were in and out all day well equipped with raincoats and dollies. “They were an exceptional help” says Kelli. Student ambassadors also got in on the action readily waiting to help any newcomers who were short a few hands.
There are currently 92 residents living in Living Center Northeast, including the dorm coordinators. The three story building can house up to 160 residents. There are approximately 26 units on each floor with two dorm rooms per unit. Each dorm room houses two students who share a Jack and Jill style bathroom with two suite mates. Rooms are equipped with loft style beds, a shared closet, and one dresser and desk per student. The LCNE accommodates special needs students as well, with five units; ten rooms are available for students who are in a wheelchair or who need special assistance.
Although some things got a little behind schedule they are slowly being completed. Washer and dryers arrived five days after move in day, but all the common areas are expected to be fully furnished within a month, with TV’s, couches, computers and possibly a Nintendo Wii.
There have been a few exciting occurrences in the new living center. Late night alarm pulls in the elevator led to police arriving on the scene, only to find out it was a false alarm. The fire alarms have been tested, and are in working order thanks to one hungry student who set the alarms off after burning his pizza rolls in his microwave. Aside from that incident, “Students are really taking care of the rooms” Kelly comments. With A new updated and more university style essence to them, the new dorms are sure to make a happy home for many.
Kready named outstanding trustee
Don Kready, longtime member of the Colby Community College Board of Trustees, was recently selected to receive the “2008 Outstanding Trustee Award” from the Kansas Association of Community College Trustees (KACCT).
Kready served seven consecutive four-year terms on the CCC Board of Trustees before retiring from the board and moving last year to Topeka. He was nominated for the award by the current members of the CCC board.
In a letter nominating Kready for the award, board members wrote, “Don was part of the development of many new programs at the college, including dental hygiene, criminal justice, associate degree in nursing, computer support specialist, office management, business management and business technology. Seven four-year universities partnered with CCC in 2+2 programs, two classroom buildings were constructed and he worked with three college presidents. He represented CCC at KACCT meetings for many years as well as attending American Community College Trustees meetings nationwide.
“During his tenure at CCC, Kready served with 19 different trustees. His friendly, outgoing personality made him a cordial associate. He kept himself accountable to other trustees and always delivered detailed reports of the meetings he attended. He was willing to be involved in local legislative briefings and stayed in touch with the area legislators. He was always a positive proponent of the community college concept. He had a good sense of what agenda to bring forward at state meetings and worked to gather support from all 19 community colleges before proceeding with any initiative to the legislative level.” Sheila Frahm is the Executive Director of the KACCT and worked for many years with Kready.
“Don served 28 years as a CCC trustee,” said Frahm. “During this time he was chair, vice-chair and treasurer of the board and always helped make decisions that he knew were best for Colby Community College students. In addition, he was conscious about the needs of the community and even the property taxes that would be collected for the college. He knew the importance of supporting and working with the other Kansas community colleges. Colby has every reason to be proud of Don’s willing and able service to CCC students and area citizens.”
To honor Kready’s service to CCC, he was voted the Honorary Degree recipient for the college’s 2007 commencement. He and his wife Jo operated the State Farm Insurance Agency in Colby for over 35 years. Kready was a member of the Colby Rotary Club and served a District Governor during 1985-86. He loves to sing and is very active in the Barbershop Harmony Society. While he lived in Colby, he sang with the Tumbleweed Chorus and founded and directed the Hi-Plains Harmony Chapter of Sweet Adelines. He was also very active in the Colby United Methodist Church.
“I can’t tell you how honored I am,” said Kready. “When I learned of the award, I immediately called the KACCT office to tell them I thought there had been a mistake. They assured me that it was correct and I was selected for the honor.”
Kready will receive the award at the annual Kansas Association of Community College Trustees/Council of Presidents banquet in Wichita on Friday, Sept. 5.
“Don will be joined at this celebration by his wife Jo, Colby Trustees Cindy Black, Kenton Krehbiel, Bill Biel, Arlen Leiker, President Lynn Kreider and his wife Janice as well as former CCC President Mikel Ary and his wife Delores,” said Frahm. “Former President Jim Tangeman and his wife Sandy will be sending their greetings.”
Don and his wife have three adult children. All three attended CCC and continued their education at Kansas Universities. They now reside in Topeka where Don remains interested in community college issues. He continues to sing and perform in the Barbershop Harmony Society with his son and grandson.
Kready served seven consecutive four-year terms on the CCC Board of Trustees before retiring from the board and moving last year to Topeka. He was nominated for the award by the current members of the CCC board.
In a letter nominating Kready for the award, board members wrote, “Don was part of the development of many new programs at the college, including dental hygiene, criminal justice, associate degree in nursing, computer support specialist, office management, business management and business technology. Seven four-year universities partnered with CCC in 2+2 programs, two classroom buildings were constructed and he worked with three college presidents. He represented CCC at KACCT meetings for many years as well as attending American Community College Trustees meetings nationwide.
“During his tenure at CCC, Kready served with 19 different trustees. His friendly, outgoing personality made him a cordial associate. He kept himself accountable to other trustees and always delivered detailed reports of the meetings he attended. He was willing to be involved in local legislative briefings and stayed in touch with the area legislators. He was always a positive proponent of the community college concept. He had a good sense of what agenda to bring forward at state meetings and worked to gather support from all 19 community colleges before proceeding with any initiative to the legislative level.” Sheila Frahm is the Executive Director of the KACCT and worked for many years with Kready.
“Don served 28 years as a CCC trustee,” said Frahm. “During this time he was chair, vice-chair and treasurer of the board and always helped make decisions that he knew were best for Colby Community College students. In addition, he was conscious about the needs of the community and even the property taxes that would be collected for the college. He knew the importance of supporting and working with the other Kansas community colleges. Colby has every reason to be proud of Don’s willing and able service to CCC students and area citizens.”
To honor Kready’s service to CCC, he was voted the Honorary Degree recipient for the college’s 2007 commencement. He and his wife Jo operated the State Farm Insurance Agency in Colby for over 35 years. Kready was a member of the Colby Rotary Club and served a District Governor during 1985-86. He loves to sing and is very active in the Barbershop Harmony Society. While he lived in Colby, he sang with the Tumbleweed Chorus and founded and directed the Hi-Plains Harmony Chapter of Sweet Adelines. He was also very active in the Colby United Methodist Church.
“I can’t tell you how honored I am,” said Kready. “When I learned of the award, I immediately called the KACCT office to tell them I thought there had been a mistake. They assured me that it was correct and I was selected for the honor.”
Kready will receive the award at the annual Kansas Association of Community College Trustees/Council of Presidents banquet in Wichita on Friday, Sept. 5.
“Don will be joined at this celebration by his wife Jo, Colby Trustees Cindy Black, Kenton Krehbiel, Bill Biel, Arlen Leiker, President Lynn Kreider and his wife Janice as well as former CCC President Mikel Ary and his wife Delores,” said Frahm. “Former President Jim Tangeman and his wife Sandy will be sending their greetings.”
Don and his wife have three adult children. All three attended CCC and continued their education at Kansas Universities. They now reside in Topeka where Don remains interested in community college issues. He continues to sing and perform in the Barbershop Harmony Society with his son and grandson.
Radio Personality Joe Vyzourek Hired to Head College Radio Program
A familiar name with a very familiar voice has been hired by Colby Community College as radio station manager and instructor in the broadcasting department. Joe Vyzourek, operations manager and program director at KXXX, will begin his new job at the college on Wednesday, Sept. 17.
“I’ve been at KXXX/KQRD for 10 years,” said Vyzourek. “I’ve worked for three owners since being hired in 1998 to work full-time on the FM station. I’d just completed two years at CCC and the timing was perfect. I was named program director of the stations in May 1999 and then in 2004 was selected to be operations manager. I’ve worked the 6 a.m.-10 a.m. shift for many years on KXXX in addition to the management duties.”
Vyzourek, a native of Atwood, began his career in broadcasting at a very young age.
“I’ve always loved electronics and gadgets,” explained Vyzourek. “I actually put together a small transmitter and broadcast around our family farm from the basement beginning in third grade. “A few years later I had a two-watt transmitter and continued to have fun being on the radio.”
Vzourek enrolled at CCC after graduating from Atwood High School. Instructors for the radio program were Jon Burlew and Chris Thompson.
“I learned so much from both Jon and Chris,” said Vyzourek. “I came to the program with the attitude that I would learn from square one about broadcasting. My sophomore year I was selected as program director for the college station. I learned from two of the best in the industry and have always appreciated my time at CCC.”
Vyzourek has received numerous awards and honors from statewide organizations such as the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. He was selected at “DJ of the Year” in 2004 and 2006 and was honored for his production talents, receiving 1st-place honors on several occasions.
“I’m looking forward to returning to CCC,” said Vyzourek. “I think it is important for students to get hands-on experience in all areas of broadcasting. “They need to be well-rounded in all aspects, including music formats, production, news, weather and sports. Radio is making a move back to more local programming. Small markets are adding more ‘live’ shifts to their lineups. At KXXX we’ve gone from one live shift to three per day. There are many job opportunities for graduates and I’m looking forward to meeting and working with this year’s students.”
Joe and his wife Rebecca have a two-year-old son, Tanner. He is the son of Lee and Pam Vyzourek of Atwood.
“I’ve been at KXXX/KQRD for 10 years,” said Vyzourek. “I’ve worked for three owners since being hired in 1998 to work full-time on the FM station. I’d just completed two years at CCC and the timing was perfect. I was named program director of the stations in May 1999 and then in 2004 was selected to be operations manager. I’ve worked the 6 a.m.-10 a.m. shift for many years on KXXX in addition to the management duties.”
Vyzourek, a native of Atwood, began his career in broadcasting at a very young age.
“I’ve always loved electronics and gadgets,” explained Vyzourek. “I actually put together a small transmitter and broadcast around our family farm from the basement beginning in third grade. “A few years later I had a two-watt transmitter and continued to have fun being on the radio.”
Vzourek enrolled at CCC after graduating from Atwood High School. Instructors for the radio program were Jon Burlew and Chris Thompson.
“I learned so much from both Jon and Chris,” said Vyzourek. “I came to the program with the attitude that I would learn from square one about broadcasting. My sophomore year I was selected as program director for the college station. I learned from two of the best in the industry and have always appreciated my time at CCC.”
Vyzourek has received numerous awards and honors from statewide organizations such as the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. He was selected at “DJ of the Year” in 2004 and 2006 and was honored for his production talents, receiving 1st-place honors on several occasions.
“I’m looking forward to returning to CCC,” said Vyzourek. “I think it is important for students to get hands-on experience in all areas of broadcasting. “They need to be well-rounded in all aspects, including music formats, production, news, weather and sports. Radio is making a move back to more local programming. Small markets are adding more ‘live’ shifts to their lineups. At KXXX we’ve gone from one live shift to three per day. There are many job opportunities for graduates and I’m looking forward to meeting and working with this year’s students.”
Joe and his wife Rebecca have a two-year-old son, Tanner. He is the son of Lee and Pam Vyzourek of Atwood.
Jasper new women's head coach
After the resignation of DeJeanette Fluornoy in mid-August, Colby Community College has found a new addition to the coaching staff.
Brady Jasper, originally from Troy, Kansas, was named women’s head basketball coach for this year.
Jasper started his coaching career as a high school girls’ basketball coach in St. Joseph, MO. He then went on to coach at Highland Community College for one year, and Garden City Community College for two years.
As far as the expectations for the upcoming season, Jasper is sure the team will develop smoothly.
“It’s very early in the school year and we realize we have a lot of hard work to do. We will practice hard each day, and always play together as a team,” said Jasper.
Practice starts on Oct. 1, and the season opener will be held in South Plains, TX on Oct. 30.
"Everyone here seems very supportive of our students. I look forward to our upcoming season and the chance to represent our college and our community," said Jasper.
Brady Jasper, originally from Troy, Kansas, was named women’s head basketball coach for this year.
Jasper started his coaching career as a high school girls’ basketball coach in St. Joseph, MO. He then went on to coach at Highland Community College for one year, and Garden City Community College for two years.
As far as the expectations for the upcoming season, Jasper is sure the team will develop smoothly.
“It’s very early in the school year and we realize we have a lot of hard work to do. We will practice hard each day, and always play together as a team,” said Jasper.
Practice starts on Oct. 1, and the season opener will be held in South Plains, TX on Oct. 30.
"Everyone here seems very supportive of our students. I look forward to our upcoming season and the chance to represent our college and our community," said Jasper.
CCC Radio Station to Broadcast CCC and CHS Sports
KTCC radio will return to the air beginning on Thursday, Sept. 4, at 7 a.m. Located at 91.9 on the FM dial, the station will broadcast from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week (or until sports programming is complete). CCC broadcasting students, under the direction of department chair Rod Thomasson, will manage and operate the station which has an approximate broadcast radius of 40 miles.
Although the station will continue with the classic rock format, a major change this year will be the addition of over 100 sporting events featuring Rich Epp doing play-by-play for Colby High School football, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, baseball and softball. Epp will also be doing play-by-play for CCC Trojan volleyball, basketball, wrestling, baseball and softball contests.
“The CCC students enrolled in the broadcasting classes will be assisting with color commentary, technical aspects and some play-by-play during coverage of the games,” said Epp. “The college will be providing the most extensive coverage of northwest Kansas sports in the history of the station. I believe this will provide a great learning opportunity and ‘hands-on’ experience for the students.”
Epp will be providing live coverage of the Colby High School football game at St. Francis on Friday, Sept. 5. He will begin the pre-game show at 5 p.m. on 91.9. Then, on Saturday, Sept. 6, he will be covering the Lady Trojan volleyball matches which are scheduled to begin at 12:30 p.m. against North Platte Community College; at 1:45 p.m. against Northwest Community College (Powell, Wyo.); Lamar Community College at 4:15 p.m. and McCook Community College at 5:30 p.m.
Epp is a longtime sports broadcaster who was one of the first graduates of the CCC program in 1972. He has been broadcasting northwest Kansas sports for over four decades and is widely recognized as one of the best play-by-play announcers in the tri-state area. He began his career as a broadcaster in 1971 at KLOE Radio/TV as sports director, covering high school and CCC sports. In 1976-78, he went to Illinois to cover Big 10 football and basketball for the University of Illinois and then returned to the Colby area in 1979. In addition to his many awards and honors, he has twice been selected as the “Sports Broadcaster of the Year” by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. Although he has extensive broadcasting expertise, Epp has also worked in sales/advertising and as part of the station management at a radio station in Nebraska. He served as Public Information Officer with the Kansas Department of Commerce in Topeka and in the fall of 1989 became the Press Secretary for Governor Mike Hayden. He returned to Colby as Sales Manager of KLBY-TV where he handled all station sales and some on-air programming. In 1997 he and his wife Judy began J-R Marketing which handles radio and television advertising for several businesses.
The broadcasting department at Colby Community College includes the radio station and a television station which can be viewed on S & T cable channel 118. For more information about the program or sports coverage schedule, contact Rich Epp at 443-1994 or Rod Thomasson at 460-5454.
Although the station will continue with the classic rock format, a major change this year will be the addition of over 100 sporting events featuring Rich Epp doing play-by-play for Colby High School football, volleyball, basketball, wrestling, baseball and softball. Epp will also be doing play-by-play for CCC Trojan volleyball, basketball, wrestling, baseball and softball contests.
“The CCC students enrolled in the broadcasting classes will be assisting with color commentary, technical aspects and some play-by-play during coverage of the games,” said Epp. “The college will be providing the most extensive coverage of northwest Kansas sports in the history of the station. I believe this will provide a great learning opportunity and ‘hands-on’ experience for the students.”
Epp will be providing live coverage of the Colby High School football game at St. Francis on Friday, Sept. 5. He will begin the pre-game show at 5 p.m. on 91.9. Then, on Saturday, Sept. 6, he will be covering the Lady Trojan volleyball matches which are scheduled to begin at 12:30 p.m. against North Platte Community College; at 1:45 p.m. against Northwest Community College (Powell, Wyo.); Lamar Community College at 4:15 p.m. and McCook Community College at 5:30 p.m.
Epp is a longtime sports broadcaster who was one of the first graduates of the CCC program in 1972. He has been broadcasting northwest Kansas sports for over four decades and is widely recognized as one of the best play-by-play announcers in the tri-state area. He began his career as a broadcaster in 1971 at KLOE Radio/TV as sports director, covering high school and CCC sports. In 1976-78, he went to Illinois to cover Big 10 football and basketball for the University of Illinois and then returned to the Colby area in 1979. In addition to his many awards and honors, he has twice been selected as the “Sports Broadcaster of the Year” by the Kansas Association of Broadcasters. Although he has extensive broadcasting expertise, Epp has also worked in sales/advertising and as part of the station management at a radio station in Nebraska. He served as Public Information Officer with the Kansas Department of Commerce in Topeka and in the fall of 1989 became the Press Secretary for Governor Mike Hayden. He returned to Colby as Sales Manager of KLBY-TV where he handled all station sales and some on-air programming. In 1997 he and his wife Judy began J-R Marketing which handles radio and television advertising for several businesses.
The broadcasting department at Colby Community College includes the radio station and a television station which can be viewed on S & T cable channel 118. For more information about the program or sports coverage schedule, contact Rich Epp at 443-1994 or Rod Thomasson at 460-5454.
Coplin & Pickerill honored at open house
Dr. Keith Coplin and Dr. Max Pickerill were honored on Aug. 14 during the open house held at the new CCC dormitory
Board of Trustees member Cindy Black introduced the two instructors to those attending the event and explained a scholarship fund established in their names.
“Because Max Pickerill and Keith Coplin have distinguished themselves as Exemplary Scholars at Colby Community College, we are establishing a scholarship fund in their names through the Thomas County Community Foundation,” said Black. “It will be called the Academic Excellence Scholarship Fund and contributions can be made to the Foundation.”
To honor Dr. Pickerill and Dr. Coplin, scholarships will be awarded annually to students majoring in English literature and chemistry.
The two instructors were also recognized with large portraits which will remain on display in the H.F. Davis Library.
Pickerill is beginning his 101st semester of teaching. Dr. Coplin retired from CCC in May 2008. He began teaching at the college in 1989.
Board of Trustees member Cindy Black introduced the two instructors to those attending the event and explained a scholarship fund established in their names.
“Because Max Pickerill and Keith Coplin have distinguished themselves as Exemplary Scholars at Colby Community College, we are establishing a scholarship fund in their names through the Thomas County Community Foundation,” said Black. “It will be called the Academic Excellence Scholarship Fund and contributions can be made to the Foundation.”
To honor Dr. Pickerill and Dr. Coplin, scholarships will be awarded annually to students majoring in English literature and chemistry.
The two instructors were also recognized with large portraits which will remain on display in the H.F. Davis Library.
Pickerill is beginning his 101st semester of teaching. Dr. Coplin retired from CCC in May 2008. He began teaching at the college in 1989.
College Rodeo is Sept. 12-14
Over 500 contestants from 24 colleges in Kansas and Oklahoma will be competing in the 11th Annual Colby Community College NIRA Rodeo Sept. 12-14, 2008 at the Thomas County Fairgrounds in Colby.
Evening performances on Friday and Saturday will begin at 7 p.m. The finals on Sunday, featuring the top 10 in each event, will begin at 1:30 p.m.
Men’s events include bareback bronc riding, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping and bull riding.
The women will compete in breakaway calf roping, goat tying and barrel racing.
Tickets at the gate are $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Children five and under will be admitted free with a parent. Advance tickets ($7 for adults and $3for children) are on sale at Vanderbilts and the Campus Bookstore.
The announcer for this premiere event is Tim Fuller from Claremore, Okla. Stock will be provided by the Hudson Rodeo Company with Deone Hudson, Sharon Springs, as producer of the event.
Allen Russell, CCC rodeo coach, served as the director of the Central Plains Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) which includes two- and four-year colleges and universities in Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri for six years.
“The Central Plains Region is one of the largest and toughest in the NIRA,” said Russell. “It will be a great rodeo and I encourage everyone to attend all three performances. We believe this rodeo is one of the largest events hosted in Colby. The community support is outstanding and it’s a great start to our season.”
Evening performances on Friday and Saturday will begin at 7 p.m. The finals on Sunday, featuring the top 10 in each event, will begin at 1:30 p.m.
Men’s events include bareback bronc riding, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping and bull riding.
The women will compete in breakaway calf roping, goat tying and barrel racing.
Tickets at the gate are $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Children five and under will be admitted free with a parent. Advance tickets ($7 for adults and $3for children) are on sale at Vanderbilts and the Campus Bookstore.
The announcer for this premiere event is Tim Fuller from Claremore, Okla. Stock will be provided by the Hudson Rodeo Company with Deone Hudson, Sharon Springs, as producer of the event.
Allen Russell, CCC rodeo coach, served as the director of the Central Plains Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) which includes two- and four-year colleges and universities in Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri for six years.
“The Central Plains Region is one of the largest and toughest in the NIRA,” said Russell. “It will be a great rodeo and I encourage everyone to attend all three performances. We believe this rodeo is one of the largest events hosted in Colby. The community support is outstanding and it’s a great start to our season.”
CCC Library expands services
The H.F. Davis Library, located on the Colby Community College campus, is much more than just a place to check out books and reference materials. The library, under the direction of Carolyn May, has expanded its services in many areas.
The library now houses movies and educational videos for checkout. Students and community members are encouraged to come to the library, read a variety of magazines, play a Wii game, use the computers, or just enjoy watching the fish in the new large tank donated by Johnny Moorhous of Oakley.
PlayStation, XBOX and Wii games are also available for checkout. Fridays are especially popular for patrons because freshly-popped theatre popcorn is available for everyone.
Future plans include a media center which will allow students and community members to produce and edit video programs.
“Shelves were dismantled in the library to make room for the media center,” said May. “The shelves are being donated to the Chapman High School library, where a tornado devastated 80 percent of the town. The college is hoping to borrow a large trailer to transport the shelves to Chapman. Anyone with a large trailer who is willing to help with this project should contact associate librarian Rosanne Allen at 460-4689.”
The H.F. Davis Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. For additional information, contact May at 460-5487.
The library now houses movies and educational videos for checkout. Students and community members are encouraged to come to the library, read a variety of magazines, play a Wii game, use the computers, or just enjoy watching the fish in the new large tank donated by Johnny Moorhous of Oakley.
PlayStation, XBOX and Wii games are also available for checkout. Fridays are especially popular for patrons because freshly-popped theatre popcorn is available for everyone.
Future plans include a media center which will allow students and community members to produce and edit video programs.
“Shelves were dismantled in the library to make room for the media center,” said May. “The shelves are being donated to the Chapman High School library, where a tornado devastated 80 percent of the town. The college is hoping to borrow a large trailer to transport the shelves to Chapman. Anyone with a large trailer who is willing to help with this project should contact associate librarian Rosanne Allen at 460-4689.”
The H.F. Davis Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. For additional information, contact May at 460-5487.
Kamentz to speak at CCC on Sept. 22
Anya Kamenetz will be the first speaker of the 2008-09 Max Pickerill Lecture Series hosted by Colby Community College. Kamenetz will be speaking on Monday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. in the Northwest Kansas Cultural Arts Center.
Kamenetz is a staff writer for Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo! Finance expert, and author of Generation Debt.
She is a motivational speaker who specializes in assisting companies to recruit talented employees. She also delivers insights into what drives the Millennial generation’s choices and loyalty as consumers. In addition, for those who are a part of the Millennial generation, Kamenetz assists them in managing their money and choosing career paths while encouraging them to step up to become America’s next generation of leaders.
Kamenetz is a sought-after media expert regularly appearing on major news networks including CBS, ABC, CNN, MSNBC, FOX News, CNBC and NPR.
Currently, she covers the future of business, including sustainability and social entrepreneurship, as a writer for Fast Company Magazine. Additionally she reaches millions with the Generation Debt column as a personal finance expert for 20- and 30-somethings on Yahoo! Finance.
Nominated for a Pulitzer Prize by the Village Voice, her series later became a highly-regarded book entitled Generation Debt: The New Economics of Being Young. Written when she was just 24, Generation Debt (Riverhead Books, 2006), drew national media attention and passionate online debate with its argument that young people are facing unique financial challenges never seen or witnessed before.
Kamenetz’s inspiring, informative and down-to-earth presentations draw on her own experience and years of research. She has insight into a range of generation-specific issues most relevant to people in their 20s and 30s: technology and social networking; flex time and work-life balance; finding career passion through engagement in the new green economy and social entrepreneurship; the rising cost of higher education and health care; and money management.
The public is encouraged to attend the lecture in the Northwest Kansas Cultural Arts Center on the CCC campus at 7 p.m.
There is no charge to attend. The Max Pickerill Lecture Series is funded annually by anonymous donors.
For more information contact lecture series, contact Linda Davis-Stephens at (785) 460-5528.
Kamenetz is a staff writer for Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo! Finance expert, and author of Generation Debt.
She is a motivational speaker who specializes in assisting companies to recruit talented employees. She also delivers insights into what drives the Millennial generation’s choices and loyalty as consumers. In addition, for those who are a part of the Millennial generation, Kamenetz assists them in managing their money and choosing career paths while encouraging them to step up to become America’s next generation of leaders.
Kamenetz is a sought-after media expert regularly appearing on major news networks including CBS, ABC, CNN, MSNBC, FOX News, CNBC and NPR.
Currently, she covers the future of business, including sustainability and social entrepreneurship, as a writer for Fast Company Magazine. Additionally she reaches millions with the Generation Debt column as a personal finance expert for 20- and 30-somethings on Yahoo! Finance.
Nominated for a Pulitzer Prize by the Village Voice, her series later became a highly-regarded book entitled Generation Debt: The New Economics of Being Young. Written when she was just 24, Generation Debt (Riverhead Books, 2006), drew national media attention and passionate online debate with its argument that young people are facing unique financial challenges never seen or witnessed before.
Kamenetz’s inspiring, informative and down-to-earth presentations draw on her own experience and years of research. She has insight into a range of generation-specific issues most relevant to people in their 20s and 30s: technology and social networking; flex time and work-life balance; finding career passion through engagement in the new green economy and social entrepreneurship; the rising cost of higher education and health care; and money management.
The public is encouraged to attend the lecture in the Northwest Kansas Cultural Arts Center on the CCC campus at 7 p.m.
There is no charge to attend. The Max Pickerill Lecture Series is funded annually by anonymous donors.
For more information contact lecture series, contact Linda Davis-Stephens at (785) 460-5528.
Monday, March 3, 2008
Lady Trojans Softball Sweep McCook
Game #1
Colby 10
McCook 2 (6 innings)
Winning Pitcher - Kari Panno 8H 0BB 4K 2R 2ER 6IP Leading Hitter - Lynette Ebert 1-1 1R 1BB
Ninostka Amaro 1-3 HR 3RBI Team Hits - 10
Game #2
Colby 6
McCook 5 (9 innings)
Winning Pitcher - Brittani Kage 5H 2R 2ER 10BB 1K 6.3IP Saving Pitcher - Kari Panno 2H 3BB 1K 3R 2ER 2.6IP Leading Hitter - Ninostka Amaro 2-3 2R 1RBI 1BB Team Hits - 10
Coach Comments: I am proud of how the team player today. We started a little slow on the offensive side in game one but finished strong. We can out flat in game to offensively but our defense played very well and didn't allow a run. From the sixth inning on it was back and forth, we score and they would score. The team never gave in and kept fighting. We made big improvements from our last outing three weeks ago. I hope we can carry this over to our conference opener on Tuesday at home against Brown Mackie. First pitch is schedule for 3pm at Carl Adams Softball Field on the CCC campus.
Colby 10
McCook 2 (6 innings)
Winning Pitcher - Kari Panno 8H 0BB 4K 2R 2ER 6IP Leading Hitter - Lynette Ebert 1-1 1R 1BB
Ninostka Amaro 1-3 HR 3RBI Team Hits - 10
Game #2
Colby 6
McCook 5 (9 innings)
Winning Pitcher - Brittani Kage 5H 2R 2ER 10BB 1K 6.3IP Saving Pitcher - Kari Panno 2H 3BB 1K 3R 2ER 2.6IP Leading Hitter - Ninostka Amaro 2-3 2R 1RBI 1BB Team Hits - 10
Coach Comments: I am proud of how the team player today. We started a little slow on the offensive side in game one but finished strong. We can out flat in game to offensively but our defense played very well and didn't allow a run. From the sixth inning on it was back and forth, we score and they would score. The team never gave in and kept fighting. We made big improvements from our last outing three weeks ago. I hope we can carry this over to our conference opener on Tuesday at home against Brown Mackie. First pitch is schedule for 3pm at Carl Adams Softball Field on the CCC campus.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
CCC scholars honored in Topeka
Kansas will salute 46 community college scholars for their academic accomplishments Feb. 14 in Topeka during the Thirteenth Annual Phi Theta Kappa Honors Luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Ramada Inn Hotel in Topeka in conjunction with the February Kansas Board of Regents meeting. Those in attendance will hear from Mark Parkinson, Lt. Governor for the state of Kansas.
Representing 38 towns and cities, the state's 19 community colleges, and a private two-year college, these scholars have been named to the 2007-08 All-Kansas Academic Team, sponsored by the international headquarters of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, the Kansas Association of Community College Trustees, and the Kansas Council of Community College Presidents.
Phi Theta Kappa is the honor society for students attending community and two-year colleges. Membership is based on high grade point averages and other criteria, with members focusing on scholastic achievement and service to community and campus. The 46 individuals are part of a statewide student body of more than 91,000 people enrolled in more than 692,000 credit hours taken annually at the 19 Kansas community colleges.
"We consider this a very worthwhile endeavor for all of the Kansas community colleges to come together and celebrate the achievements of the state's outstanding students," said Ruth Randall, a Johnson County Community College associate professor/honors program facilitator who serves as Kansas Region Coordinator for the Honor Society. "These students are our finest not only in the academic sphere, but also in terms of service and citizenship."
Each scholar was selected by his or her own community college for the annual statewide academic team, and each scholar also is a nominee for the 2006-07 All-USA Academic Team, sponsored by the newspaper USA Today, Phi Theta Kappa, and the American Association of Community Colleges.
Colby Community College students selected for the 2007-08 All-Kansas Academic Team are Rachel LeFlore (Cheyenne Wells, Colo.) and Betty Rotich (Nairobi, Kenya). LeFlore is a sophomore majoring in English. She plans to transfer to Emporia State University where she will major in English and art education. Rotich graduated from CCC in December 2007 with an associate of arts degree and an associate of science degree. She is currently attending the University of Alabama.
Each student will receive a proclamation issued by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, an educational scholarship of $300, and an academic medallion. The Kansas Board of Regents universities and Washburn University have provided scholarships in the amount of $1,000 for the All-Kansas Team recipients who transfer to their institutions.
The students will go to the Kansas Statehouse prior to the luncheon, where they will be given a tour and meet lawmakers. The honored students are bringing parents, spouses, children, grandchildren, or grandparents to watch as they receive recognition.
Since 1991, Phi Theta Kappa, USA Today, and the American Association of Community Colleges have sponsored the national All-USA Academic Team Program. The Kansas program is an affiliate, and the Kansas students are all nominees for the national honor.
This year, more than 1,600 students nationwide will compete for places on the first, second and third All-USA teams. First team members each receive a $2,500 stipend, and will be featured along with second and third team members in USA Today. Team members are also presented with medallions. Names of the students will be placed on the society's Web site, www.ptk.org.
Representing 38 towns and cities, the state's 19 community colleges, and a private two-year college, these scholars have been named to the 2007-08 All-Kansas Academic Team, sponsored by the international headquarters of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, the Kansas Association of Community College Trustees, and the Kansas Council of Community College Presidents.
Phi Theta Kappa is the honor society for students attending community and two-year colleges. Membership is based on high grade point averages and other criteria, with members focusing on scholastic achievement and service to community and campus. The 46 individuals are part of a statewide student body of more than 91,000 people enrolled in more than 692,000 credit hours taken annually at the 19 Kansas community colleges.
"We consider this a very worthwhile endeavor for all of the Kansas community colleges to come together and celebrate the achievements of the state's outstanding students," said Ruth Randall, a Johnson County Community College associate professor/honors program facilitator who serves as Kansas Region Coordinator for the Honor Society. "These students are our finest not only in the academic sphere, but also in terms of service and citizenship."
Each scholar was selected by his or her own community college for the annual statewide academic team, and each scholar also is a nominee for the 2006-07 All-USA Academic Team, sponsored by the newspaper USA Today, Phi Theta Kappa, and the American Association of Community Colleges.
Colby Community College students selected for the 2007-08 All-Kansas Academic Team are Rachel LeFlore (Cheyenne Wells, Colo.) and Betty Rotich (Nairobi, Kenya). LeFlore is a sophomore majoring in English. She plans to transfer to Emporia State University where she will major in English and art education. Rotich graduated from CCC in December 2007 with an associate of arts degree and an associate of science degree. She is currently attending the University of Alabama.
Each student will receive a proclamation issued by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, an educational scholarship of $300, and an academic medallion. The Kansas Board of Regents universities and Washburn University have provided scholarships in the amount of $1,000 for the All-Kansas Team recipients who transfer to their institutions.
The students will go to the Kansas Statehouse prior to the luncheon, where they will be given a tour and meet lawmakers. The honored students are bringing parents, spouses, children, grandchildren, or grandparents to watch as they receive recognition.
Since 1991, Phi Theta Kappa, USA Today, and the American Association of Community Colleges have sponsored the national All-USA Academic Team Program. The Kansas program is an affiliate, and the Kansas students are all nominees for the national honor.
This year, more than 1,600 students nationwide will compete for places on the first, second and third All-USA teams. First team members each receive a $2,500 stipend, and will be featured along with second and third team members in USA Today. Team members are also presented with medallions. Names of the students will be placed on the society's Web site, www.ptk.org.
Free job skills seminar offered
A four-week seminar targeting service workers and their employers will begin Feb. 28 on the Colby Community College campus.
“We have received many requests from area employers to offer training in basic workplace skills,” said CCC adult education program director Nance Munderloh. “This Job Skills Seminar will improve skills, performance and profitability for those who participate. Classes will be held four consecutive Thursdays with three times from which to choose. There is no charge for these classes.”
Communication will be the focus of the Feb. 28 seminar. Written and oral skills, dealing with workplace conflict, handling anger, listening and nonverbal communication will be discussed.
On Thursday, March 6, the seminar will be on effectiveness including time management, organization, problem solving, accountability, teamwork, managing and change.
Business behaviors including dress, hygiene, behavior, gossip, confidentiality, telephone and email etiquette will be discussed on March 13.
The final session on March 27 will address work habits, ethics, honesty, responsibility, respecting diversity, attitude, job success and work relationships.
“Employers and their employees will both benefit from participating in these classes,” said Munderloh. “Better employees with enhanced skills will result in increased profitability, less attrition and improved customer satisfaction.”
Participants may attend the classes on the designated day from 8 a.m.-12 noon, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. or 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
For more information contact Dian Organ at (785) 460-4663 or email dian.organ@colbycc.edu.
The Adult Education Program is located in the basement of the H.F. Davis Library on the college campus.
“We have received many requests from area employers to offer training in basic workplace skills,” said CCC adult education program director Nance Munderloh. “This Job Skills Seminar will improve skills, performance and profitability for those who participate. Classes will be held four consecutive Thursdays with three times from which to choose. There is no charge for these classes.”
Communication will be the focus of the Feb. 28 seminar. Written and oral skills, dealing with workplace conflict, handling anger, listening and nonverbal communication will be discussed.
On Thursday, March 6, the seminar will be on effectiveness including time management, organization, problem solving, accountability, teamwork, managing and change.
Business behaviors including dress, hygiene, behavior, gossip, confidentiality, telephone and email etiquette will be discussed on March 13.
The final session on March 27 will address work habits, ethics, honesty, responsibility, respecting diversity, attitude, job success and work relationships.
“Employers and their employees will both benefit from participating in these classes,” said Munderloh. “Better employees with enhanced skills will result in increased profitability, less attrition and improved customer satisfaction.”
Participants may attend the classes on the designated day from 8 a.m.-12 noon, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. or 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
For more information contact Dian Organ at (785) 460-4663 or email dian.organ@colbycc.edu.
The Adult Education Program is located in the basement of the H.F. Davis Library on the college campus.
CCC Accredidation report released
Colby Community College is on the right track. That was the bottom line of a report by representatives of the North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) at the conclusion of a required follow-up accreditation visit. The HLC is an accrediting group for two- and four-year colleges and universities.
HLC team members Dr. Gail Mee and Dr. Cindi Thiede reviewed the college’s progress in strategic planning and assessment since the accreditation review in 2004.
“The college has demonstrated adequate progress has been made since 2004,” said Dr. Mee. “Ample evidence has been provided that the college has a five-year strategic plan, board members are knowledgeable about the plan, and the administration as well as faculty and students have an understanding of the importance of strategic planning.”
The team will make a recommendation to the HLC that no follow-up is necessary regarding strategic planning.
Drs. Mee and Thiede also reviewed the school’s assessment plan.
“Again, adequate progress has been made in the assessment area,” said Dr. Mee. “There is ample evidence that CCC faculty understand assessment. General education outcomes have been defined, an institutional research person has been appointed, the academic council recognizes the importance of professional development and board members demonstrate a knowledge of assessment.”
Dr. Mee reported that the team will make a recommendation that no Commission follow-up is required in the assessment area.
“This has been a good experience for us,” said Dr. Mee. “CCC is a fine institution with dedicated board members, and an administration and faculty who are committed to students.”
The HLC is an independent corporation and one of two Commission members of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), which was founded in 1895 as one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States.
“The success of this visit was a team effort,” said CCC President Lynn Kreider. “The board, administrators, faculty, staff and students all contributed. The positive report is a good start that indicates the college is on the right track. We look forward to the formal report and advice the team provides to assist us with assessment and strategic planning.”
HLC team members Dr. Gail Mee and Dr. Cindi Thiede reviewed the college’s progress in strategic planning and assessment since the accreditation review in 2004.
“The college has demonstrated adequate progress has been made since 2004,” said Dr. Mee. “Ample evidence has been provided that the college has a five-year strategic plan, board members are knowledgeable about the plan, and the administration as well as faculty and students have an understanding of the importance of strategic planning.”
The team will make a recommendation to the HLC that no follow-up is necessary regarding strategic planning.
Drs. Mee and Thiede also reviewed the school’s assessment plan.
“Again, adequate progress has been made in the assessment area,” said Dr. Mee. “There is ample evidence that CCC faculty understand assessment. General education outcomes have been defined, an institutional research person has been appointed, the academic council recognizes the importance of professional development and board members demonstrate a knowledge of assessment.”
Dr. Mee reported that the team will make a recommendation that no Commission follow-up is required in the assessment area.
“This has been a good experience for us,” said Dr. Mee. “CCC is a fine institution with dedicated board members, and an administration and faculty who are committed to students.”
The HLC is an independent corporation and one of two Commission members of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), which was founded in 1895 as one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States.
“The success of this visit was a team effort,” said CCC President Lynn Kreider. “The board, administrators, faculty, staff and students all contributed. The positive report is a good start that indicates the college is on the right track. We look forward to the formal report and advice the team provides to assist us with assessment and strategic planning.”
Stained Glass class offered at CCC
Colby Community College will offer a stained glass techniques class beginning April 1 in the Ferguson Hall art room. Classes will be held from 6-9 p.m. on April 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Most of the supplies for projects will be provided. The class is worth one college credit. For more information, call (785) 460-5550. Call the CCC Admissions Office at 460-4690 to enroll.
Stained Glass Class Information
Traditional stained glass items are made from cut pieces of glass and attached or bonded together by soldering edges and borders of the glass pieces in a designed pattern. Typically, people refer to colored church windows or Tiffany lamp shades as stained glass. The cut glass method should not be confused with the more recently introduced hobby kits where lines forming borders are patterned on a piece of glass and colored plastic is poured within the bordered sections. In this class students will not be using borders or colored pours.
The beginning stained glass class will introduce the student to basic techniques commonly used in creating stained glass projects. The class will meet for five nights on Tuesdays during the month of April from 6-9 p.m. In class students will see some of the different types, colorations, and patterns of glass as well as learn how to use the tools and equipment generally used in making stained glass items. Techniques for making straight and curved glass cuts will be demonstrated and practiced. Students will learn how to shape glass through cutting, chipping, and grinding to fit in a determined pattern. The common “lead” and “copper foil” methods of attaching the glass pieces will be covered. The copper foil method will be used by students to complete the first two small projects which will be assigned by the instructor. The third and other projects will be of the student’s choice.
The first project will involve making straight cuts from different colored glass to shape pieces that when laid out will make a square or what may resemble a quilt patch. Copper foil will be applied to the edges of the glass pieces and then the edges will be soldered together to complete assembly of the square.
The second project will involve curved cuts to make a sun catcher. This category includes such things as a butterfly, an angel, a piece of fruit, or a bird. This will also be a copper foil project.
Other projects may be attempted using foil or lead as the student prefers and will be of the student’s own choosing. The size and complexity of the project should be such that it can be finished by the end of the fifth class.
Given the short duration of the class, three to four projects will be the most a student can complete. All materials necessary to complete these projects will be provided in class. Students who wish to attempt a larger project should be prepared to contact an outside source to purchase glass and other materials.
Participants should come prepared to cut glass and solder joints on the first night of class. Safety glasses will be provided for those who do not bring their own. Please dress in casual clothes. A sturdy shirt with long sleeves is recommended. Students may also wish to wear an apron or an old shirt for working with the glass and soldering.
Stained Glass Class Information
Traditional stained glass items are made from cut pieces of glass and attached or bonded together by soldering edges and borders of the glass pieces in a designed pattern. Typically, people refer to colored church windows or Tiffany lamp shades as stained glass. The cut glass method should not be confused with the more recently introduced hobby kits where lines forming borders are patterned on a piece of glass and colored plastic is poured within the bordered sections. In this class students will not be using borders or colored pours.
The beginning stained glass class will introduce the student to basic techniques commonly used in creating stained glass projects. The class will meet for five nights on Tuesdays during the month of April from 6-9 p.m. In class students will see some of the different types, colorations, and patterns of glass as well as learn how to use the tools and equipment generally used in making stained glass items. Techniques for making straight and curved glass cuts will be demonstrated and practiced. Students will learn how to shape glass through cutting, chipping, and grinding to fit in a determined pattern. The common “lead” and “copper foil” methods of attaching the glass pieces will be covered. The copper foil method will be used by students to complete the first two small projects which will be assigned by the instructor. The third and other projects will be of the student’s choice.
The first project will involve making straight cuts from different colored glass to shape pieces that when laid out will make a square or what may resemble a quilt patch. Copper foil will be applied to the edges of the glass pieces and then the edges will be soldered together to complete assembly of the square.
The second project will involve curved cuts to make a sun catcher. This category includes such things as a butterfly, an angel, a piece of fruit, or a bird. This will also be a copper foil project.
Other projects may be attempted using foil or lead as the student prefers and will be of the student’s own choosing. The size and complexity of the project should be such that it can be finished by the end of the fifth class.
Given the short duration of the class, three to four projects will be the most a student can complete. All materials necessary to complete these projects will be provided in class. Students who wish to attempt a larger project should be prepared to contact an outside source to purchase glass and other materials.
Participants should come prepared to cut glass and solder joints on the first night of class. Safety glasses will be provided for those who do not bring their own. Please dress in casual clothes. A sturdy shirt with long sleeves is recommended. Students may also wish to wear an apron or an old shirt for working with the glass and soldering.
Med Lab course available at CCC
The medical technology profession is currently experiencing a 10-20 percent nationwide vacancy rate for medical laboratory technicians (MLTs). In Kansas, Texas and Oklahoma, the combined vacancy rate is 33 percent. Colby Community College in collaboration with Seward Community College is offering a two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree in MLT to address this shortage.
“This is a high-demand field with good earning potential,” said CCC President Lynn Kreider. “It is a one-plus-one program. Students can complete the general education requirements on the CCC campus and Seward will provide the MLT-designated courses on-line during the second year.
“Students can continue to live and work in Colby while earning their degree,” explained Kreider. “With starting wages of $14-$15 per hour, it’s a great stepping stone for those considering a medical career.”
Clinical affiliations have been established with hospital laboratories in the area. Citizens Medical Center in Colby is offering scholarship opportunities for MLT students.
The program director for the MLT program is Dr. Suzanne Campbell. She can be contacted at (620) 417-1403. Dr. Kris Bishop, vice-president of academic affairs, is the contact person at Colby Community College.
“This is a high-demand field with good earning potential,” said CCC President Lynn Kreider. “It is a one-plus-one program. Students can complete the general education requirements on the CCC campus and Seward will provide the MLT-designated courses on-line during the second year.
“Students can continue to live and work in Colby while earning their degree,” explained Kreider. “With starting wages of $14-$15 per hour, it’s a great stepping stone for those considering a medical career.”
Clinical affiliations have been established with hospital laboratories in the area. Citizens Medical Center in Colby is offering scholarship opportunities for MLT students.
The program director for the MLT program is Dr. Suzanne Campbell. She can be contacted at (620) 417-1403. Dr. Kris Bishop, vice-president of academic affairs, is the contact person at Colby Community College.
Pickerill honored for 100 semesters at CCC
For fifty-eight years Dr. Max Pickerill has started his day in a chemistry classroom. “Pick,” as he is affectionately known by colleagues and students, began his 100th semester of teaching in January at Colby Community College.
“When people ask me what I teach, I tell them students,” said Pickerill. “I know they expect me to say chemistry, but the students are what it’s all about. One year students in my class knew I was going to the Ramada to eat Christmas dinner. They combined all their pocket change...about $13 and gave it to me to pay for dinner. How can you leave students like that?”
Thousands of students have benefited from Pickerill’s love of teaching. Many area doctors, chiropractors, pharmacists, optometrists, nurses and physician assistants began their collegiate career in Pickerill’s chemistry lab.
“Dr. Pickerill is the most knowledgeable and best teacher I ever had,” said Colby chiropractor Dr. Shane Franz. “He has a way of presenting the material that makes his students learn. I took Organic Chemistry I from him, then was out of school for eight years. I returned and took Organic II. Even though I had not been a student for many years, Max was able to make learning easy. I also took Physics and worried about it because I had not taken a lot of math. Again, Max was able to get me through. He knows when his students haven’t learned something. He’d tell me to come in after class. I’d meet with him for 15 minutes and know it when I left for the day.”
Kristy Karnes, who is a pharmacist at the Colby Dillons store, is also one of Pickerill’s former students.
“Max has a gift for teaching chemistry,” said Karnes. “He is a one-of-a-kind teacher who cares about each of his students. He’s more than a teacher, he’s a friend who has blessed a lot of lives.”
Dr. Pickerill began his teaching career while finishing his undergraduate degree at the University of Pittsburg. His first job was at the high school in Baxter Springs, Kansas.
Following a tour of duty in the U.S. Navy, Pickerill continued his teaching career at several institutions. He taught at Oklahoma Junior College, Northern Oklahoma Junior College, College of Emporia, Louisiana State University and WaKeeney High School. He began teaching chemistry at CCC in 1974.
Pickerill, who will be 83 years old in June, has received numerous awards and honors. He was chosen by the National Science Foundation as one of two teachers in the nation to participate in a study. He was also selected by NASA to analyze lunar material following the first moon landing and by the Department of Energy to work on alcohol fuel distillation.
The Parsons, Kansas native earned his master’s degree from Fort Hays State University and doctorate from Louisiana State University.
This is his 58th year as a teacher, 33 of those years have been at Colby Community College.
“I’ve never taught anywhere in my 58 years that I liked better than Colby. “I appreciate so much the citizens of Colby. The small town atmosphere fits me. We have a quality faculty at CCC and great students. For me, retirement is the ‘R’ word,” said Pickerill.
Pickerill teaches Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II, Biochemistry and a three-week Fundamentals of Chemistry class during the summer session.
“I’ve taken Chemistry I from Pick and am currently in Chem II,” said Dresden sophomore Kim Wessel. “Although he’s one of the oldest teachers I’ve had, he’s one of the best and most caring. He cares about everyone...every student.”
Other students in the class echo Wessel’s comments.
“I’ve always like chemistry and Dr. Pickerill just makes it better,” said Tonya Nero, Kenya freshman.
“Pick is never boring,” said Macy Rouse, Oberlin. “He just makes class and lab a lot of fun.”
“He is definitely by favorite teacher,” said Nathan Ketzner, Bird City. “He’s down to earth and makes me actually want to come to class!”
In recognition of Pickerill’s contribution to CCC, the lecture series at the college was formally named the “Dr. Max Pickerill Lecture Series” in October 1998.
“I teach chemistry because everyone needs it,” said Pickerill. “I love teaching. I try to remember how I learned chemistry and then relate that to my students. It has to be relevant to their lives.”
Pickerill has been offered other jobs including an opportunity to serve as acting head of the Department of Energy at the World’s Fair.
“It was a good offer with great benefits and a lucrative salary,” said Pickerill. “I considered it but then called Washington and told them, ‘no.’ I just couldn’t leave teaching.”
Although Pickerill’s classes are always full, he is aware that the college has challenges.
“The biggest change I’ve seen is the declining population in our area,” said Pickerill. “It makes it much more difficult to recruit. However, we have many students who come here because of our good reputation in the math and science department.”
In recognition of his tenure at the college, CCC President Dr. Lynn Kreider has authorized a reserved parking spot for Pickerill.
“Max is an icon at CCC,” said Dr. Kreider. “He has been instrumental in the education of thousands of students, many of them at Colby. His expertise and teaching skills continue to be a big contributor to our success in recruiting students to attend CCC. He has earned the respect of his students, colleagues and all those who have had the opportunity to work with him. Max epitomizes the mission of Colby Community College.”
“There is no place I’d rather be than Colby,” said Pickerill. “The best thing about teaching is the lifelong friendships I’ve formed.”
“When people ask me what I teach, I tell them students,” said Pickerill. “I know they expect me to say chemistry, but the students are what it’s all about. One year students in my class knew I was going to the Ramada to eat Christmas dinner. They combined all their pocket change...about $13 and gave it to me to pay for dinner. How can you leave students like that?”
Thousands of students have benefited from Pickerill’s love of teaching. Many area doctors, chiropractors, pharmacists, optometrists, nurses and physician assistants began their collegiate career in Pickerill’s chemistry lab.
“Dr. Pickerill is the most knowledgeable and best teacher I ever had,” said Colby chiropractor Dr. Shane Franz. “He has a way of presenting the material that makes his students learn. I took Organic Chemistry I from him, then was out of school for eight years. I returned and took Organic II. Even though I had not been a student for many years, Max was able to make learning easy. I also took Physics and worried about it because I had not taken a lot of math. Again, Max was able to get me through. He knows when his students haven’t learned something. He’d tell me to come in after class. I’d meet with him for 15 minutes and know it when I left for the day.”
Kristy Karnes, who is a pharmacist at the Colby Dillons store, is also one of Pickerill’s former students.
“Max has a gift for teaching chemistry,” said Karnes. “He is a one-of-a-kind teacher who cares about each of his students. He’s more than a teacher, he’s a friend who has blessed a lot of lives.”
Dr. Pickerill began his teaching career while finishing his undergraduate degree at the University of Pittsburg. His first job was at the high school in Baxter Springs, Kansas.
Following a tour of duty in the U.S. Navy, Pickerill continued his teaching career at several institutions. He taught at Oklahoma Junior College, Northern Oklahoma Junior College, College of Emporia, Louisiana State University and WaKeeney High School. He began teaching chemistry at CCC in 1974.
Pickerill, who will be 83 years old in June, has received numerous awards and honors. He was chosen by the National Science Foundation as one of two teachers in the nation to participate in a study. He was also selected by NASA to analyze lunar material following the first moon landing and by the Department of Energy to work on alcohol fuel distillation.
The Parsons, Kansas native earned his master’s degree from Fort Hays State University and doctorate from Louisiana State University.
This is his 58th year as a teacher, 33 of those years have been at Colby Community College.
“I’ve never taught anywhere in my 58 years that I liked better than Colby. “I appreciate so much the citizens of Colby. The small town atmosphere fits me. We have a quality faculty at CCC and great students. For me, retirement is the ‘R’ word,” said Pickerill.
Pickerill teaches Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II, Biochemistry and a three-week Fundamentals of Chemistry class during the summer session.
“I’ve taken Chemistry I from Pick and am currently in Chem II,” said Dresden sophomore Kim Wessel. “Although he’s one of the oldest teachers I’ve had, he’s one of the best and most caring. He cares about everyone...every student.”
Other students in the class echo Wessel’s comments.
“I’ve always like chemistry and Dr. Pickerill just makes it better,” said Tonya Nero, Kenya freshman.
“Pick is never boring,” said Macy Rouse, Oberlin. “He just makes class and lab a lot of fun.”
“He is definitely by favorite teacher,” said Nathan Ketzner, Bird City. “He’s down to earth and makes me actually want to come to class!”
In recognition of Pickerill’s contribution to CCC, the lecture series at the college was formally named the “Dr. Max Pickerill Lecture Series” in October 1998.
“I teach chemistry because everyone needs it,” said Pickerill. “I love teaching. I try to remember how I learned chemistry and then relate that to my students. It has to be relevant to their lives.”
Pickerill has been offered other jobs including an opportunity to serve as acting head of the Department of Energy at the World’s Fair.
“It was a good offer with great benefits and a lucrative salary,” said Pickerill. “I considered it but then called Washington and told them, ‘no.’ I just couldn’t leave teaching.”
Although Pickerill’s classes are always full, he is aware that the college has challenges.
“The biggest change I’ve seen is the declining population in our area,” said Pickerill. “It makes it much more difficult to recruit. However, we have many students who come here because of our good reputation in the math and science department.”
In recognition of his tenure at the college, CCC President Dr. Lynn Kreider has authorized a reserved parking spot for Pickerill.
“Max is an icon at CCC,” said Dr. Kreider. “He has been instrumental in the education of thousands of students, many of them at Colby. His expertise and teaching skills continue to be a big contributor to our success in recruiting students to attend CCC. He has earned the respect of his students, colleagues and all those who have had the opportunity to work with him. Max epitomizes the mission of Colby Community College.”
“There is no place I’d rather be than Colby,” said Pickerill. “The best thing about teaching is the lifelong friendships I’ve formed.”
New Year's Baby Gets Free Tuition
An early arrival for New Year’s baby Makenzi Rose Rhymer resulted in some welcome news for her parents Josh and Cassandra Rhymer. Colby Community College President Lynn Kreider visited the first baby of the year delivered at Citizens Medical Center.
“We are pleased to provide Makenzi with a full scholarship to include tuition, fees and books for two years when she is ready to begin college,” said Kreider. “Makenzi’s mother, Cassandra, is currently a student in our dental hygiene program. She will graduate in May and we hope daughter Makenzi will continue the tradition at CCC.”
“I considered several dental hygiene programs before enrolling at CCC,” said Cassandra. “I really liked what Colby had to offer and am so glad I chose to enroll at CCC.”
Makenzi’s dad Josh is a familiar face at Citizens Medical Center. He is employed in the hospital’s information services department. Makenzi, who was due Jan. 4, was born by caesarian at 10:38 a.m. on New Year’s Day. She weighed 6 lbs., 6 ounces and was 19 inches long.
“We had originally hoped she would be born Dec. 31,” said Cassandra. “However, she had a different idea and it all worked out for the best.”
“We are pleased to provide Makenzi with a full scholarship to include tuition, fees and books for two years when she is ready to begin college,” said Kreider. “Makenzi’s mother, Cassandra, is currently a student in our dental hygiene program. She will graduate in May and we hope daughter Makenzi will continue the tradition at CCC.”
“I considered several dental hygiene programs before enrolling at CCC,” said Cassandra. “I really liked what Colby had to offer and am so glad I chose to enroll at CCC.”
Makenzi’s dad Josh is a familiar face at Citizens Medical Center. He is employed in the hospital’s information services department. Makenzi, who was due Jan. 4, was born by caesarian at 10:38 a.m. on New Year’s Day. She weighed 6 lbs., 6 ounces and was 19 inches long.
“We had originally hoped she would be born Dec. 31,” said Cassandra. “However, she had a different idea and it all worked out for the best.”
Free Tax Preparation offered by CCC
Free tax help is available for residents of Colby and the surrounding area by simply making an appointment with an American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) tax preparer. These IRS certified volunteers provide free tax counseling and preparation services to millions of low- and middle-income taxpayers.
Colby Community College students Luke Olsen and Shawna Goossen were two of approximately 12 volunteers who recently completed a three-day tax preparer training seminar on the CCC campus conducted by Ardis Stark, AARP/TCE District Coordinator.
Olsen and Goossen are majoring in business at CCC.
“This is a great service learning project,” said division chair Bob Selby. “The students completed the training enabling them to provide tax preparer services for students, faculty, staff and community members. There is no charge for this service. Those interested in receiving free tax counseling and preparation help can contact me at the college to set up an appointment.”
“Our volunteers do not charge for their services,” said Stark. “We have AARP tax preparers in Colby, St. Francis, Goodland, Sharon Springs, Jennings and Atwood. Residents in those towns can contact me at (785) 626-9639 for a list of certified tax preparers. For those who cannot leave their homes, arrangements may be made to have the volunteers come to them.”
Although the emphasis of the program is on those who are at least 60 years old, the certified tax preparers are available to help to all low- and middle-income individuals.
“We have Internet access at all our sites,” said Stark. “We encourage filers to utilize the e-file option but will also facilitate completing paper returns.”
For more information or to set up an appointment, contact Bob Selby at (785) 460-552.
Colby Community College students Luke Olsen and Shawna Goossen were two of approximately 12 volunteers who recently completed a three-day tax preparer training seminar on the CCC campus conducted by Ardis Stark, AARP/TCE District Coordinator.
Olsen and Goossen are majoring in business at CCC.
“This is a great service learning project,” said division chair Bob Selby. “The students completed the training enabling them to provide tax preparer services for students, faculty, staff and community members. There is no charge for this service. Those interested in receiving free tax counseling and preparation help can contact me at the college to set up an appointment.”
“Our volunteers do not charge for their services,” said Stark. “We have AARP tax preparers in Colby, St. Francis, Goodland, Sharon Springs, Jennings and Atwood. Residents in those towns can contact me at (785) 626-9639 for a list of certified tax preparers. For those who cannot leave their homes, arrangements may be made to have the volunteers come to them.”
Although the emphasis of the program is on those who are at least 60 years old, the certified tax preparers are available to help to all low- and middle-income individuals.
“We have Internet access at all our sites,” said Stark. “We encourage filers to utilize the e-file option but will also facilitate completing paper returns.”
For more information or to set up an appointment, contact Bob Selby at (785) 460-552.
PTA Students receive scholarships
The American Business Club (AMBUCS) in Dodge City has awarded three scholarships to Colby Community College physical therapist assistant students.
Program director Pat Erickson, P.T., D.P.T., presented the scholarship checks to Emily Stewart (Washington, Kan.), Brandi Solze (Dighton) and Rachel Spare (St. John). The recipients will complete the physical therapist assistant program in August 2008.
Physical therapist assistants are a key member of the health care team, specially trained to work under the supervision of a physical therapist. PTA’s are employed in hospitals, clinics, private offices, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and schools for disabled children.
Upon completion of the program at CCC, students receive an Associate in Applied Science degree and are qualified to take the state certification examination.
The freshman year is open to all students and consists of prerequisite courses. Admission to the sophomore year is limited to 24 students. Applications are available in February and are due in mid-March.
Erickson is the director of the CCC program. She is assisted by Kathy Robert, P.T.A.
Program director Pat Erickson, P.T., D.P.T., presented the scholarship checks to Emily Stewart (Washington, Kan.), Brandi Solze (Dighton) and Rachel Spare (St. John). The recipients will complete the physical therapist assistant program in August 2008.
Physical therapist assistants are a key member of the health care team, specially trained to work under the supervision of a physical therapist. PTA’s are employed in hospitals, clinics, private offices, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and schools for disabled children.
Upon completion of the program at CCC, students receive an Associate in Applied Science degree and are qualified to take the state certification examination.
The freshman year is open to all students and consists of prerequisite courses. Admission to the sophomore year is limited to 24 students. Applications are available in February and are due in mid-March.
Erickson is the director of the CCC program. She is assisted by Kathy Robert, P.T.A.
Dr Kreider goes to Washington
The interests of rural community colleges and national policy change were the focus of a summit recently attended by Colby Community College President Dr. Lynn Kreider.
Kreider was one of 15 community college presidents selected from over 1,600 two-year institutions to participate in a dialogue with other rural community college leaders during the one-day meeting in Washington, D.C. The summit was hosted and paid for by the U.S. Department of Education.
In a letter from Dr. Pat Stanley, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Department of Education, Kreider was chosen because, “It is vitally important to engage you as the president of a rural community college in this discussion because your institution plays an essential role in increasing educational options and economic growth in your region. Furthermore, your geographic location presents an array of challenges and opportunities that distinguish your institution from you urban and suburban counterparts, and these factors should be acknowledged in the national dialogue on higher education,”
The agenda for this meeting included four topics: 1) two- to four-year transitions; 2) adult and non-traditional students; 3) accountability; and 4) leadership.
Participants included presidents from Tucumcari, New Mexico; West Plains, Missouri; Mountain Home, Arkansas; Williston, North Dakota; Roxboro, North Carolina; Hibbing, Minnesota; Big Spring, Texas; Decatur, Mississippi and Price, Utah.
Several preeminent leaders in higher education served as moderators for the event including George Boggs, President and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges.
U.S. Department of Education Office of Vocational and Adult Education participants included Dr. Troy Justesen, Assistant Secretary; Dr. Pat Stanley, Deputy Assistant Secretary; and Dr. Gail Schwartz, Senior Advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary.
“We discussed several important topics,” said Kreider. “Rural community colleges face different challenges than those in urban areas. We have less access to grants and loans. Communication regarding those opportunities needs to be improved to allow equal access.
“Perkins funds were discussed as well as improvements in the transfer process for our students who wish to continue at four-year schools. Other discussions involved adult learners and their needs and the cumbersome data reporting process which is virtually impossible for small colleges to complete.”
Agenda items for the events were initially addressed in the Office of Vocational and Adult Education’s Community College Virtual Summit held in June 2007.
“These issues deserve further attention and elaboration from a rural perspective,” said Assistant Secretary Pat Stanley. “Our mutual consideration of these topics will yield valuable information and departmental leaders can use to better represent your interests in high-level federal policy decisions.”
“I was honored to be included in this influential group of educators,” said Kreider. “It was a great opportunity to provide input and learn from nationally-recognized leaders in the field of higher education.”
Kreider was one of 15 community college presidents selected from over 1,600 two-year institutions to participate in a dialogue with other rural community college leaders during the one-day meeting in Washington, D.C. The summit was hosted and paid for by the U.S. Department of Education.
In a letter from Dr. Pat Stanley, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Department of Education, Kreider was chosen because, “It is vitally important to engage you as the president of a rural community college in this discussion because your institution plays an essential role in increasing educational options and economic growth in your region. Furthermore, your geographic location presents an array of challenges and opportunities that distinguish your institution from you urban and suburban counterparts, and these factors should be acknowledged in the national dialogue on higher education,”
The agenda for this meeting included four topics: 1) two- to four-year transitions; 2) adult and non-traditional students; 3) accountability; and 4) leadership.
Participants included presidents from Tucumcari, New Mexico; West Plains, Missouri; Mountain Home, Arkansas; Williston, North Dakota; Roxboro, North Carolina; Hibbing, Minnesota; Big Spring, Texas; Decatur, Mississippi and Price, Utah.
Several preeminent leaders in higher education served as moderators for the event including George Boggs, President and CEO of the American Association of Community Colleges.
U.S. Department of Education Office of Vocational and Adult Education participants included Dr. Troy Justesen, Assistant Secretary; Dr. Pat Stanley, Deputy Assistant Secretary; and Dr. Gail Schwartz, Senior Advisor to the Deputy Assistant Secretary.
“We discussed several important topics,” said Kreider. “Rural community colleges face different challenges than those in urban areas. We have less access to grants and loans. Communication regarding those opportunities needs to be improved to allow equal access.
“Perkins funds were discussed as well as improvements in the transfer process for our students who wish to continue at four-year schools. Other discussions involved adult learners and their needs and the cumbersome data reporting process which is virtually impossible for small colleges to complete.”
Agenda items for the events were initially addressed in the Office of Vocational and Adult Education’s Community College Virtual Summit held in June 2007.
“These issues deserve further attention and elaboration from a rural perspective,” said Assistant Secretary Pat Stanley. “Our mutual consideration of these topics will yield valuable information and departmental leaders can use to better represent your interests in high-level federal policy decisions.”
“I was honored to be included in this influential group of educators,” said Kreider. “It was a great opportunity to provide input and learn from nationally-recognized leaders in the field of higher education.”
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