SCC has announced a new Honors Program this fall to provide high-achieving students enriching and challenging academic experiences and dynamic learning opportunities. Applications are now being accepted for the first class to be admitted in the Fall 2015 Semester.

The new Honors Program will promote diverse, interdisciplinary learning and foster a community of life-long learners to motivate, support and serve each other, the campus and the community.

SCC honors students will have access to early registration, mentorship and academic guidance from an Honors Council member, and will receive invitations to special events throughout the semester.

“Participating in an Honors Program in the first two years of college will lay a solid academic foundation for a student’s college career,” said Heather Rodgers, SCC professor of English and Honors Program chair. “The program is a place for students to become independent thinkers.”

High school students interested in applying to the SCC Honors Program are required to either earn an ACT score of 30 or above and submit two essays or writing samples written for high school classes, or earn an ACT score of 26-29, submit two essays or writing samples written for high school classes and two letters of recommendation from teachers. Current SCC students may also apply.

To learn more or to apply to the Honors Program, visit stchas.edu/honors.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT | October 2014

College begins to recruit for new Honors Program

To educate and inform, five SCC faculty members took part in a standing-room only panel on Oct. 8 to discuss important issues surrounding the August shooting of Michael Brown that occurred in Ferguson, Mo.

“Many are hungry to learn more about the issues surrounding the shooting and protests,” said Paul Roesler, SCC professor of political science. “Ferguson is only 23 miles from SCC, yet the issues are reflective of national problems.” Roesler moderated the panel and provided a statistical background in relation to crime, SCC police department and Ferguson demographics.

Grace Moser, SCC assistant professor of history, detailed the history of Ferguson and how racial tension in Ferguson was created by

policies created in the late 19th century and throughout the 20th century of St. Louis. Vicky Herbel, SCC professor of sociology, explained the sociological concepts of Collective Behavior and an Acting Crowd and how the events of Ferguson can give us insight into how people react and respond collectively.

Marvin Tobias, SCC associate professor of psychology, focused on the identity of African-Americans in low-income areas and the role that implicit prejudices have played in some of the unrest. Michael Kuelker, SCC professor of English, discussed Ferguson as a rallying point for a new civil rights movement, including the objectives of the movement and the role of alternative media in these efforts.

Faculty panel offers insight into Ferguson shooting

Top: Paul Roesler, SCC professor of political science, introduces the five-person faculty panel on Ferguson, Mo. Bottom left: Marvin Tobias, associate professor of psychology at SCC, discusses the concept of “implicit prejudice” in America before a packed auditorium. Bottom right: Following the panel presentations, the floor was opened for guests in the SSB auditorium to ask questions and voice thoughts and opinions.

Storybook Walk added to many outdoor offerings on SCC grounds

Families can now enjoy reading while taking a walk following a ribbon cutting ceremony held Sept. 30 for a new Storybook Walk located on the SCC campus.

The SCC Foundation, the St. Charles City-County Library Foundation and area Rotaries collaborated to create the Storybook Walk, a half-mile trail that mixes the joy of reading with a love for the outdoors.

Library staff handpicked stories with a child’s enjoyment in mind. The actual pages are separated from the book and mounted on wood stations along the trail – when the story is over, so is the walk. Stories change out the first of every month.

“Parents, grandparents and educators are always looking for family-friendly activities that are fun and educational,” said Kasey McKee, SCC vice president for college advancement and planning. “The Storybook Walk accomplishes both of these things.”

The Storybook Walk begins where the Orange Parking Lot intersects with the trail near the lake. It is open to the community year-round, daily from dawn until dusk.

For more information, visit stchas.edu/storybookwalk or contact Kasey McKee at 636-922-8472.

MARK THE CALENDAR (EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN THE SSB AUDITORIUM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.)

Annual Veterans Week celebration set for Nov. 10-13 on campus

St. Charles Community College will bring the community together to celebrate Veterans Day with a series of events Nov. 10-13. Events are free and open to the public, and will take place on campus.

“Veterans Week provides an opportunity for awareness of those among us who have protected our rights and our freedoms in this country and to thank them for their service,” said Kelley Pfeiffer, SCC associate dean of student success.Veterans Celebration

11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10, College Center Gymnasium

Matthew N. Wolding, Navy veteran and current fellowship recruitment coordinator at The Mission Continues, will give the keynote address. The ceremony will include the SCC Concert Band under the direction of David Dickey, the SCC Choir under the direction of Gene Ditch, local veteran organizations and their color guards, a tribute to President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address and salutes to veterans. SCC President Ron Chesbrough will welcome students, faculty, staff and community members.

During the ceremony each branch of the military will be asked to stand and

be recognized. “I love to see the flags and veterans of all ages,” said Hal Berry, emeritus faculty member. “I also love hearing the song of each branch played with men and women standing with pride.”Veterans Week Ceremonial March

11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the flagpole outside the Learning Resource Center

Campus and community members may join the ceremonial march around campus to honor and recognize our veterans. Hosted by the Student Veteran Organization, the ceremonial march will be held rain or shine. SCC Student Veterans Panel

Noon Wednesday, Nov. 12, auditorium of the Social Sciences Building

Hear about life from the student veteran’s perspective. All panelists are current SCC students who have served in the military.Where Soldiers Come From Film

7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, auditorium of the Social Sciences Building

Where Soldiers Come From, a documentary by Heather Courtney, is an intimate look at the young men and women who fight our wars and the families and town they come from.Keynote, featuring SCC students retired Sgt. Bob Pierce and Staff Sgt. Steve Watson, both of the Missouri Army National Guard

7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, auditorium of the Social Sciences Building

The keynote will be delivered by retired Sgt. Bob Pierce, motor transport operator of the Missouri Army National Guard, and Staff Sgt. Steve Watson, motor transport operator and assistant squad leader of the Missouri Army National Guard.

For more information on Veterans Week events, visit stchas.edu/veteransweek. To learn more about services for veterans on campus, the Student Veteran Organization and Honoring Military Families Scholarship, contact Kylene Montgomery, SCC veteran services coordinator, at 636-922-8268.

SCC Food Services earns 100% quality inspection – again!

Following a recent health inspection, SCC Food Services was notified that both locations received a 100 percent quality inspection.

The Food Services team supports Scooter’s Place in the Student Center and Cougar Café in the Café-Bookstore on campus. The department is under the direction of Pat Haynes, director of bookstore and food services. Assisting with the inspection process was Laura Grant, assistant director of food services, and Kathy Wolter, kitchen and catering supervisor.

Haynes promises a well-deserved pizza celebration for the team in the near future.

10/21 – 2:30 p.m. | Men’s Soccer | Soccer Field10/24 – 11 a.m. | U.S. Naturalization Ceremony 10/24 – 7 p.m. | SCC Idol 10/25 – 2 p.m. | Men’s Soccer | Soccer Field10/26 – 3 p.m. | Faculty Recital | FAB Theater10/27 – 6:30 p.m. | Scary Movie #1/Lecture: Bryonie Carter

10/28 – 2 p.m. | Men’s Soccer | Soccer Field10/28 – 6:30 p.m. Scary Movie #2/Lecture: Mitch Harden10/29 – Noon | Student Music Recital | FAB 11810/29 – 2:30 p.m. | Between the Covers Book Club | LRC10/29 – 6:30 p.m. | Scary Movie #3/Lecture: Kate Weber10/30 – 6:30 p.m. | Scary Movie #4/Lecture: Corey Porter

(SCC file photo, Veterans Week Celebration 2011.)

Some 220 faculty and staff are taking part in the SCC Foundation’s 2014-15 Employee Sponsored Program as the campaign nears a close. The total includes 31 new members and 35 who increased their annual gift.

ESP began in 1995 and is funded by SCC employees who believe in spreading compassion and good will to students, co-workers and the community. The program supports scholarships, academic enhancements and celebration of life acknowledgements.

New members are welcome to join the program at any time. For more information, visit stchas.edu/esp or contact Peggy Schnardthorst at 636-922-8278.

SCC’s Leadership & Strategy Speaker Series 2014 will conclude with Art Snarzyk on Tuesday, Nov. 4, who will teach area business professionals how to “Never Lose Another Sale!”

Snarzyk will explain the tools and strategies needed to develop new customer relationships, manage clients and close more sales. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. with registration, networking and continental breakfast. The presentation will begin at 8 a.m. The lecture will be held in SCC’s College Center rotunda.

Attendees will learn how to:• Understand behavioral styles. Learn how your style works for you and can sometimes work against you.• Read others’ behavioral styles. Learn the clues and cues that tell you the best way to get the most from clients and employees.• “Shift” your style to maximize business interactions. Learn the subtle adjustments to get better business results.

SCC’s Marketing and Communications Department was the recipient of 17 regional awards at the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations District 5 fall conference in Des Moines, Iowa.Some 155 entries were submitted across 41 categories in the annual competition. SCC won the following awards: Gold – Flyer (Trivia Night), Poster (Next Year’s Man of Steel), Novelty Advertising (That ‘80s Run T-Shirt), TV Ad (In Five Years), Original Photo-Unmanipulated (The Tipping Point), Social Media/Online Marketing Campaign (Fall 2014 Enrollment Email Campaign), Special Event Promotion (That ‘80s Run), Feature Writing (Biology Professor Practices What She Preaches) and Wild Card (Charging Stations); Silver – Brochure Series (Baseball-Softball Guides), TV Ad (How Do You Define Success?), TV Ad Series (Fall 2014 Recruitment) and Original Photo-Unmanipulated (Celebrate Good Times); Bronze – Microsite (Discover eMagazine), Social Media/Online Marketing Campaign

(Commencement Storify), College Promotional Video (Graduation – A Day in the Life) and Video Shorts (Cat in the Act).

The Medallion Awards were presented Sunday, Sept. 21. Heather McDorman, vice president for enrollment and marketing services, and Brynne Cramer, public relations coordinator, presented on marketing enrollment strategies. Other team members are: Ben Munson, director of creative services; Kelly Paladin, graphic designer; Aimee Sagaser, graphic designer; Amber Peterson, marketing specialist; Nick Hogan, website coordinator; Karen Decker, website specialist; and Vicki Seagraves, marketing assistant.

A council of the American Association of Community Colleges, the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations provides professional development and support to marketing and PR professionals at community and technical colleges. SCC is a member of District 5, including Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, the Canadian province of Manitoba, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands.

Annual Employee Sponsored Program campaign reports increase in 2014

Final topic in speaker series will tackle sales strategies

College captures 17 regional marketing awards

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Snarzyk is known as “The Turnover Terminator” and named one of Small Business Monthly’s “2014 Top 100 St. Louisans You Should Know to Succeed in Business.”

Great Southern Bank and the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the event with the SCC Foundation. To register, contact Betsy Schneider, director of development, at bschneider@stchas.edu or 636-922-8278, before Nov. 3.

(SCC file photo, Leadership & Strategy Speaker Series 2012.)

10/31 – 11 a.m. | Women’s Soccer | Soccer Field11/1 – 1 p.m. | Women’s Soccer | Soccer Field 11/1 – 2 p.m. | Men’s Soccer | Soccer Field11/6 – 11 a.m. | Lunchtime Trivia | Student Center, Scooter’s Place11/10-13 – Veterans Week Celebration (See story, p. 2)11/17-30 – SCC Student Art Exhibition | FAB 10611/18 – Noon | Developing Healthy Boundaries | ADM 124211/18 – International Education Week 11:30 a.m. | “Israel: Peace or Apartheid?”

1 p.m. | “Human Trafficking and Its Relationship to the Status of Women: A Post-New Delhi Gang Rape Movement”

7 p.m. | “Seducing Doctor Lewis”

11/19 – Student Music Recital | FAB 11811/19 – 6 p.m. | Miracle on South Division Street Dinner & Show | CC Rotunda/FAB Theater11/19 – International Education Week 11 a.m. | “Study Abroad in Canterbury”

Noon | “Culture Shock” ESL Student Panel

2 p.m. | “Study Abroad in Cannes”

7 p.m. | “Bienvenue chez les Ch’tis”

11/20 – 11 a.m. | “The Real Story of the First Thanksgiving” | Student Center11/20 – 7 p.m. | SCC Coffeehouse | SSB Lounge

10/28 – 2 p.m. | Men’s Soccer | Soccer Field10/28 – 6:30 p.m. Scary Movie #2/Lecture: Mitch Harden10/29 – Noon | Student Music Recital | FAB 11810/29 – 2:30 p.m. | Between the Covers Book Club | LRC10/29 – 6:30 p.m. | Scary Movie #3/Lecture: Kate Weber10/30 – 6:30 p.m. | Scary Movie #4/Lecture: Corey Porter

(EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN THE SSB AUDITORIUM UNLESS NOTED.)