CCBC's Student NewsletterMarch 2015 Issue 7

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The College intends for The Tobacco Free Campus to provide a healthy, comfortable and productive environment for students, employees and for the public.

But, did you know this applies to *electronic cigarettes too?

The College definition of Tobacco Products includes but is not limited to electronic cigarettes, or any other smoking equipment, as well as the burning of any type of cigar, cigarette, and pipe. The use of smokeless/chewing tobacco is also prohibited.

• The College recognizes that individuals may require help to quit smoking. Information for smoking cessation and other educational materials are available on the College’s Tobacco Free Web Resource Center at ccbc.edu > About CCBC > Tobacco-Free Campus > Cessation Services and Resource as well as in the Human Resource Development Office, ADC building, room 5112 or 5104.

This procedure applies to all CCBC premises and to all employees, students and visitors. All employees and students are responsible for being familiar with and complying with these requirements.

*If you’d like more information about electronic cigarettes visit BeTabaccoFree.gov.

Tobacco-free campus

Community College of Beaver County does not discriminate in admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, qualifying disability, veteran’s status, age, or national origin.

Policy on Nondiscrimination

campus Shoutoutscongratulations!

Congratulations to Carl Dennis’s students, “Handsome Hackers” and

“The Redundents” for their selection to the next level of judging in the National

Science Foundation’s Community College Innovation Challenge!

CCBC Student Government Association (SGA) would like to say thank you to faculty members Donna Bogle, Joyce Cirelli, Sally Fitzgerald, Brian Hayden, Dan Klaus, Sandy Knutson, Lynn LaMantia, Dr. Cynthia Marshall, Christine O’Leary, Deborah Reed, Paul Rogers, Elaine Strouss and their students for participating in our survey!

SGA would also like to thank CCBC’s IT department, specifically Jessica Diehl, Ray Schweinberg and Walter Lukhaup, and Judy Williamson in CCBC’s Xerox department for their hard work and help in getting the surveys ready and sent out.

THANK YOU!

Open Computer Lab STC Room 4114Hours of Operation:

• Monday and Tuesday from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.

• Wednesday from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.

• Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m.

and from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.

CALENDaR OF EVENTS

MARCH 25, 2015SGA meeting 12:30-1:30 p.m., SSC Conference Room

MARCH 30 - APRIL 2, 2015 SGA officer nominations/aspiring SGA officer Q&A, see Fran Siters in SCC1102.

MARCH 19, 2015IDs, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., SSC 1-102

MARCH 4, 2015SGA meeting 12:30-1:30, SSC Conference Room

MARCH 4, 2015ASC Warm up Wednesday Lounge, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.

MARCH 9 - 13, 2015SPRING BREAK - NO CLASSES! The Student Activities Office, Office of Athletics and Student programs and ID Office will be CLOSED Thursday, March 12, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

MARCH 17, 2015IDs, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., SSC 1-102

MARCH 18, 2015SGA meeting 12:30-1:30, SSC Conference Room MARCH 18, 2015IDs, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., SSC1-102

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL WILL BE IN THE DOME/AEC ON MONDAYS FRO M 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

Cover letter quick tips

Elizabeth Hoyt is the editor of MonsterCollege as well as a contributing writer and social media manager.She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State University, where she majored in Journalism, specializing in Apparel and Textile Design.

Her experience in the communications field spans both print and online publications, including newspaper and magazine writing as well as work within marketing, public relations and the non-profit sector.

In her spare time, Elizabeth can usually be found in Chicago’s local vintage markets scoping out rare finds, vegetarian restaurants, volunteering at local animal shelters or elbows deep in creative projects within her Lincoln Park apartment.

Creating a cover letter doesn’t have to be difficult – or time consuming. Jazz up yours with some quick tweaks with little to no time or effort!

Remember, your cover letter isn’t meant to repeat your résumé but, rather to compliment it by supplementing it with examples, highlights and illustrations.

Here are some helpful tips that anyone can utilize in creating or touching up their cover letter. Enhance yours by utilizing the following quick tips today:

• Include your address and the recipient’s address (if applicable).

This is just proper form!

• If you’re not addressing somebody specific, then don’t address anyone at all.

Never include phrases such as “Dear Hiring Manager” or “To Whom It May Concern” because it seems as if it’s a generic letter, sent out to many businesses, which reflects poorly on an applicant.

• Keep it short and sweet.

You never know how many applicants are in pursuit of the position or how many letters that hiring managers need to go through. Keep your letter to the point – one page is usually best.

• No introductions are necessary.

Employers are smart enough to gather that a letter signed by you is from you, so you don’t need to begin with “My name is…” or “I’m applying for XYZ position.” They know the position they’re hiring for, so you don’t need to tell them.

By: Elizabeth Hoyt

CAREER SERVICES CENTERLocated in the upper level of the Student Services Center

Hours: Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Or call to schedule an appointment

Erica Fox – 724-480-3413Anne Farls – 724-480-3412

CHECK OUT OUR JOB POSTINGS BULLETIN BOARDS LOCATIONS: • Career Services

• Across from CCBC Bookstore • Across from President’s Office

• Learning Resources Center Lower Level

career corner

• Nobody likes a braggart.

Avoid beginning every sentence with “I.” You do want to sound confident, however, saying “I” all the time can come across as arrogant instead. By avoiding “I’s,” it’s easier to relate experiences without alienating your reader.

• PDFs are perfect.

Why? Everyone can easily open a PDF file because it doesn’t need to be converted.

• Avoid repeating your résumé.

Instead, give concrete examples of your accomplishments that demonstrate your credentials for the position you’re pursuing and how you could benefit the company in its goals.

• No copycats.

Never use the exact wording from a job listing within your cover letter.

Do, however, keep the job requirements they have mentioned in mind.

• Stay formal.

No matter what form the cover letter takes (email, hard copy, etc.) keep it formal and businesslike.

CCBC Job/Career FairWednesday, April 15, 2015

Is Your Résumé Ready?

DON’T WAIT!!

Stop by Career Services (next to Counseling in the Student Services Center) for résumé assistance.

DEADLINE FOR RÉSUMÉ ASSISTANCE IS

FRIDAY, MARCH 20th !!!

724-480-3421

Spring COLLEGE Fair Wednesday, march 18th

10 A.M. - 2 p.m. • LEARNING AND RESOURCES CENTER, 9103Stop by and get information or have your questions answered by the College Representatives

in the Counseling Area located in the Student Services Center

MONDAY MARCH 23RD GENEVA COLLEGE 10-2 & 4-6 (Lower level- Library Resources)

Wednesday April 1st Slippery Rock University 10-2 (by appointment call 724-480-3421)

Tuesday april 14th Robert Morris University 10-1:30

Wednesday arpil 15th Thiel college 10:30-1:30

from the counseling office

thursday april 16th Point park university 10:30-2

tuesday arpil 21st California university 10-1

Be prepared- Review the schedule online at myccbc.edu and print your advising worksheet. Summer and Fall schedules available on Monday, March 16th

Meet with your Faculty Advisor

Counseling Office will be scheduling appointments for returning students by majors starting March 16th – March 27th. (Appointments will also be available after April 8th)

Veterans – are eligible for early registration March 30th through April 2nd. Please see Janet Davidson for more info.

Aviation Students- 2 counselors will be at the Aviation Science Center from 8-3 Monday, March 23rd - All aviation students will need their schedule signed by a counselor – plan on stopping & meeting with a counselor while we are in Chippewa – bring your degree audit/advising worksheet and your current medical to register.

Don’t Forget – classes fill quickly - Register Early for the best selection of classes

Summer Registration starts on Monday, April 6th for new and returning students

Fall Registration starts on Monday, April 6th for returning students

summer and fall registration:

from the counseling office

BE PREPARED for registration:

SPRING 2015OPEN LAB - STC 4114 • Lab Hours:

Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Room 4114 monday tuesday wednesday thursday

scott desmond 1:00 - 4:00 1:00 - 4:00 1:00 - 4:00

Sharon smith 2:00 - 4:00 9:30 - 11:00 2:00 - 5:00

joyce evans 2:00 - 5:00

help is on the way!CCBC TUTOR CENTER

Spring 2015 Schedule • 724-480-3438*Tutor hours subject to change due to tutor availability.

Tutor Name Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

ACCOUNTINGBOB MESSINAACCOUNTINGbob.messina@ccbc.edu

12 – 4 12 – 6

MATHKEN RAINEYMATH – ACT 101ken.rainey@ccbc.edu

9:30 – 2 9:30 – 2 9:30 – 2 9:30 – 2

NANCY LIVITSKIMATHnancy.livitski@ccbc.edu

2:45 – 6 2:45 – 6 2:30 – 6

JASON HENDERSONBASIC MATHjason.henderson@ccbc.edu

9 – 1:30 9 – 1:30 9 – 1:30 9 – 1:30

ENGLISHDESIREA TOWNEWRITINGdesirea.towne@ccbc.edu

4 – 6 4 – 6 4 – 6 4 – 6

DEBBIE SMIGAENGLISH – ACT 101debbie.smiga@ccbc.edu

9 – 12:301 – 6

JON DODDWRITINGjon.dodd@ccbc.edu

9 – 3 9 – 3 9 – 3

SCIENCESSAMANTHA LEITAOSCIENCEsamantha.leitao@ccbc.edu

9 – 3 9 – 3 9 – 3

LEARNING LAB RENIA OWENSLAB TUTOR – ACT 101renia.owens@ccbc.edu

9 – 3 9 – 3 9 – 3

DANIELLE SUMANLAB TUTORdanielle.suman@ccbc.edu

1 – 6 1 – 6 1 – 6 9 – 12

Library, Room 206 8 – 6 8 – 6 8 – 6 8 – 6

Franklin University has helped CCBC students to achieve their goal of earning a bachelors’ degree

The number of students continues to grow at Franklin University’s location on the campus of Community College of Beaver County (CCBC). The partnership between the two schools gives Beaver County residents an opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree quickly and affordably without leaving home.

“The first Franklin class at CCBC began in fall 2013 with a record enrollment and we continue to grow because the convenient location, evening classes and flexible format fits the needs of busy adults,” said Betsy Kubacki, Franklin University community college regional manager.

Kubacki often meets with CCBC students early on in their CCBC program to ensure a smooth transition from the associate degree program to Franklin.

Since 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for busy adults who must balance their education with other commitments. Nonprofit and accredited, the university partners with over 230 community colleges nationwide to make bachelor’s degrees affordable and accessible.

Kubacki said, “Deciding to earn an associate’s degree at the Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) is a smart decision that provides individuals access to more job opportunities and perhaps a higher salary, too. Taking advantage of the Franklin University and CCBC 3+1 partnership can only increase opportunities available to those who choose to continue on to earn a bachelors. Franklin offers more transfer credits toward the majors available onsite at CCBC than any other institution, which maximizes previously earned college credit. Many times students don’t realize how close they are to finishing their bachelor’s degrees.” For individuals who already have an associate degree, Franklin and CCBC have a 3+1 program that cuts the total cost of a bachelor’s degree in half. The program features a set of “bridge courses,” additional courses taken toward your bachelor’s degree at the CCBC tuition rate. The remainder of courses taken at Franklin are at tuition rates that are competitive with other four-year institutions. Plus, many Franklin students take advantage of financial assistance that includes grants, scholarships, student loans and employer reimbursement.

In her role, Kubacki sees the impact firsthand.

“Franklin has helped CCBC students to achieve their goal of earning a bachelors’ degree. Many of them never thought they could because of lack of funds or flexibility. Franklin provided the path they needed, allowed them to live at home and maintain their work and family obligations. That’s progress for the entire region.”

Franklin offers more than 30 relevant majors including Business Administration, Management & Leadership, and Allied Healthcare Management, which are available completely onsite at CCBC, aligning skill sets with the workforce needs and employment projections of Beaver County and surrounding areas.

To learn about how the partnership can benefit you or get more information about our March 23 Advising Day, contact Kubacki at 724.728.1304 or transferinfo@franklin.edu.

Learning Resources Center, 9103

2015 SPRING COLLEGE FAIRWednesday, March 18th • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Meet with representatives from a variety of 4 year colleges and universities. Learn how to continue on your road to your future after graduation.

Your journey doesn’t have to end here.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:Call: 724-480-3421Or stop by

the Counseling Office in the Student Services Center.

www.ccbc.edu

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