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(Article by Caleb Miller--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications)
The highly celebrated Moscow Festival Ballet will be performing “Cinderella” on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts at Shawnee State University. For more information about this and other events happening in January, call the McKinley Box Office at (740) 351-3600. Vern
Riffe Center for the Arts Offering
The Vern Riffe Center for
the Arts (VRCFA) at Shawnee State University (SSU) will be hosting a
variety of entertaining and enjoyable events this January.
The highly celebrated
Moscow Festival Ballet will be performing “Cinderella” on
Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 7:30 p.m. Under the direction of Sergei
Radchenko, the great traditions of the Bolshoi and Kirov ballets
together in a new company perform a timeless tale of magic, betrayal
and the power of love, accompanied by Prokofiev’s magnificent
score. Sponsored by the Southern Ohio Performing Arts Association
and SSU, tickets are available through the VRCFA McKinley Box Office
at (740) 351-3600.
The 15th annual Tri-State
Show Choir Competition sponsored by the Portsmouth High School vocal
music department will be held on Saturday, Jan. 17, beginning at 9
a.m. Ten to 15 high school show choirs from Kentucky, West Virginia
and Ohio will compete for top prizes. Each high school choir will
display a variety of music, costume and dance all packed within
20-minute performances. Tickets are available through Portsmouth
High School at (740) 354-5663.
The Ebby Glockner Charity
Roast will take place on Saturday, Jan. 24, beginning with a 5:30
p.m. social hour. The main event will hit the stage at 7:30 p.m.
Professional comedian Bob Batch will serve as master of ceremonies
while 10 of Glockner’s longtime “allies” and friends will
start the roast. Glockner will finish the evening by acknowledging
his evening of friendly jousts. There will be a reception held at Ye
Ol’ Lantern following the event. Donations from ticket sales will
be used to support six local non-profit agencies and award a $2,000
scholarship to SSU. Tickets are available through the McKinley Box
Office at (740) 351-3600. Wednesday,
Jan. 28, at 10:30 a.m., Theatreworks USA, hosted by the Portsmouth
Area Arts Council, will perform “Romeo & Juliet.”
Theatreworks USA is America's largest and most prolific professional
not-for-profit theatre for young and family audiences. Their
rendition of “Romeo & Juliet” is critically acclaimed and
will take the classic text of Shakespeare to a “futuristic
crumbling urban wasteland” called Verona. Here, the two famous
lovers will suffer the consequences of two warring families and the
bittersweet taste of hidden love. Reservations for students and
school groups are available through the Portsmouth Area Arts Council
at (740) 351-3642. For more
information, visit www.vrcfa.org
or call (740) 351-3600. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by B.J. Parsons--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications) SSU Embarks on Articulation Agreements While educational opportunities for students at two-year colleges may be more limited than for those attending four-year universities, with the help of articulation agreements, Shawnee State University (SSU) is giving students from many two-year institutions the same opportunities as their own students. “Articulation agreements benefit all involved,” said Tom Stead, chair of the department of fine, digital, and performing arts (FDPA) at SSU. “Not only do the students get the benefit of knowing that all their credits will transfer without a hitch, they also get high-quality instruction in classes that are unavailable to them at their current institutions. SSU benefits because the students who enroll are often upperclassmen, which helps fill out upper-level classes and offers more government subsidies, which allows us to offer more at the university.” The FDPA department currently is in the final stages of approval for an articulation agreement with Washington State Community College in SSU’s fine arts bachelor’s degree program and is discussing agreements with other schools. The benefits of articulation agreements are showcased in other SSU departments as well. Carl Hilgarth, chair of the department of industrial and engineering technologies at SSU, has already helped establish articulation agreements with Ohio University’s Chillicothe branch in environmental engineering technology and Southern State Community College in plastics engineering technology. According to Hilgarth, articulation agreements are also beneficial economically as they reduce the need for statewide colleges to offer duplicate programs. “Oftentimes, articulation agreements help schools avoid duplicating resources where it is not necessary,” said Hilgarth. “With articulation agreements, students can complete their associate degrees and then easily pursue their bachelor’s in certain fields. Articulation agreements provide two-year students a pathway to a four-year degree.” That is certainly the case for SSU students too, particularly those enrolled in SSU’s two-year electromechanical engineering technology degree program. This program, which has an articulation agreement with Miami (Ohio) University’s four-year program, allows students to graduate with a two-year degree from SSU, followed by an additional two years of distance education taken at SSU that enable students to receive a baccalaureate degree in electromechanical engineering from Miami. "Our articulation agreement with Miami is a great way for students to get a four-year degree in electromechanical engineering locally,” said Ken Warfield, assistant professor of electromechanical engineering technology. “Though we do not offer a four-year degree in that academic area, students are not limited by that. They are able to study locally, which was appealing, and they are also able to get a degree from a very prominent institution. We are more than willing to speak to other institutions about articulation agreements, because there are a lot of benefits to having them.” Classes offered at SSU set students on a path toward attaining any one of more than 80 bachelor’s and associate degrees offered by the institution. Degree areas include the arts, English and humanities, mathematical sciences, natural sciences, social sciences, teacher education, business administration, industrial and engineering technologies, and health sciences. For more information, call (740) 351-4778, (800) 959-2SSU, or visit www.shawnee.edu. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by Caleb Miller--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications) SSU Students to Attend Children’s Literature Conference Timothy Scheurer, Ph.D., chair of the department of English and humanities at Shawnee State University (SSU), and three SSU students will be attending the Children’s Literature Conference in Columbus on Jan. 23 and 24. The three students, Elisabeth Mohr, of Portsmouth; Kellie Gilley, of New Boston; and Tammy Payne-Oliver, of Lucasville, all teacher education majors, will also be giving presentations, which is usually a very rare occurrence at such conferences, said Scheurer. “Usually the people you see presenting at these conferences are professors, writers, and scholars of some sort,” said Scheurer. “The only kind of student you usually see presenting is a graduate student. That three undergrads are being given the opportunity to present is no small thing.” All three students are excited about the prospect and are honored to represent SSU. “What excites me most about this event is that I’m actually a part of the conference and that I will be able to present my own work,” said Gilley. “It means a lot to me that Dr. Scheurer liked my work and thought it was good enough to present and represent our university. I am also really excited for the other students.” The conference, which is hosted by the Ohio State University, will be held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center and will draw over 1,000 students, librarians, teachers, and professors from all over the country, said Scheurer. Scheurer originally asked Mohr, Gilley, and Payne-Oliver if they would be interested in presenting at the conference after going over their classroom units on Arthurian legend in English 211, Introduction to British Literature, last year. “They had all produced very solid classroom units,” said Scheurer. “And I thought it would be a great opportunity for them to gain some experience in a setting outside of the classroom. “ A classroom unit is what a teacher assembles for assignments and activities to be done in a class, said Scheurer. “In an English unit, the teacher first has some sort of topic, has a list of readings to be done, a list of classroom activities that can be used to explore the topic, and a list of writing assignments,” he said. “The unit should have some sort of theme or focus and a sort of dramatic arc to it as well.” Mohr’s presentation will be on the quest for the Holy Grail. Gilley will address women in Arthurian legend, and Payne-Oliver will present on the fall of King Arthur’s Kingdom. Their scheduled time to present is on Friday at 11 a.m. The students will also attend the awards banquet on Friday night. SSU sets students on a path toward attaining one or more of the more than 80 bachelor’s and associate degrees offered by the institution. Degree areas include arts, English/humanities, mathematical sciences, natural sciences, social sciences, teacher education, business administration, industrial and engineering technologies, and health sciences. SSU has one of the lowest tuition rates among Ohio public universities. For more information, call (740) 351-3221 or visit www.shawnee.edu. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by B.J. Parsons, communications specialist-Office of Communications) Enrollment still open for Pharmacy Technician Prep course Space is still available for the 36-hour test preparation course hosted by Shawnee State University's (SSU) University Outreach Services (UOS) for those wanting to prepare for the National Certification Pharmacy Technician Exam to become a certified pharmacy technician. The course, which costs $279, will be held on Mondays from Jan. 5 to Mar. 15, 2004, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. According to Ginnie Moore, outreach services director, the course will prepare those seeking entry into the pharmacy technician field and individuals already employed as technicians in hospitals or retail pharmacies. "This course is ideally suited for somebody with a year of experience in the field,” said Moore. “There is a large market out there for experienced, trained pharmacy technicians, and not just in our area. This course will help those people, even with experience in the field, prepare for the certification exam required to become certified pharmacy technicians.” On completion of the course, candidates will be prepared to take the national certification pharmacy technician examination. Although not required to work in the field in the state of Ohio, Moore believes it makes a candidate more employable. “You do not need to be certified by the state as a pharmacy technician to take this course, nor do you need it to work in this field,” said Moore. “But several states already require a certification, and the state of Ohio may soon. This course is an extremely intensive, ten-week program that will equip students with all the tools they need to sit for the state certification exam.” The course, taught by registered pharmacist Jeremy Janney, will include topics such as medical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, explanation of drugs, dosage calculations and conversions, intravenous therapy, aseptic technique, dispensing of prescriptions, unit doses and inventory control. The deadline to register is Dec. 17. For more information, call (740) 351-3281. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SSU
Board of Trustees The Shawnee State University (SSU) Board of Trustees will meet Friday, December 12 at 1:15 p.m. in the Selby Board Room located in the Clark Memorial Library on the SSU campus.
The committees of the Board will meet in the University
Center at SSU as follows: · Finance
and Facilities-9:15 a.m. in the Ketter Room; ·
Quality of University Life-9:45 a.m. in the Howard Room; · Academic Affairs-10 a.m. in the Founders’ Room. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Article by Caleb Miller--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications) Scholarships established at Shawnee
State University The donor, the late Mrs. Elliott, had long supported SSU beginning with her first contribution to the university greenhouse and later making donations for the Elbert L. Elliott Lobby outside the President’s office as well as the computer lab in the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts (VRCFA.) The John S. Hertzler Memorial Scholarship is another recently established scholarship, awarding $500 to any “underprivileged girl or boy in Scioto County.” The scholarship will be awarded to a different student each year for the next 10 years. The late Mrs. Debbie Louise Hertzler created the scholarship because her husband often said that if he ever won the lottery he would put thermal imaging machines in all the area fire departments as well as set up a scholarship at SSU. Through Mrs. Hertzler’s generosity, he is doing both. Although Mrs. Hertzler and Mrs. Elliott are no longer living, their philanthropic spirit will continue on, helping students achieve their dream of a college degree leading into a career. Many SSU students will be positively affected by the generosity of these two women. The ability to extend this gift to others well beyond one’s lifetime is available to nearly anyone, said Susan Warsaw, executive director of development at SSU. “We encourage everyone who gives to charities during their lifetime to also remember their favorite charities in their wills,” said Warsaw. “It allows the donors to leave a lasting legacy.” According to the National Committee on Planned Giving, only 42 percent of the American population has wills. Of that 42 percent, only eight percent leave charitable bequests. “Given that the United States is such a charitable country, this is surprising,” said Warsaw. Passing away without a will means that one’s funds are distributed according to state law. This means that not only are one’s charities left out, but the family members or friends one hopes to remember might be left out as well. Writing a will ensures that a person’s estate (what they own) is divided in a way of his or her choosing. “Naturally we hope people will choose Shawnee State as at least one of the charities they remember through a bequest,” said Warsaw. “And we hope they will share their intent with us during their lifetime. That way we can assure that their funds are used as they wish.” For more information on bequests or other development opportunities, call (740) 351-3284. Applications for the John S. Hertzler Memorial Scholarship and The Elbert L. Elliott and Evelyn M. Elliott Memorial Fund Scholarship are available at the SSU Financial Aid office. SSU offers over $1.5 million in academic- and need-based scholarships. The deadline to apply for scholarships for the academic year of 2004-2005 is Jan. 15, 2004. For more information, call the SSU office of financial aid at (740) 351-4243. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by Caleb Miller--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications)
“Baseball Through Small-Town Eyes,” and “Simpler Times: Baseball Stories from a Small Town,” by Dale Taylor, director of the SSU Student Success Center, make the perfect gift.
SSU Children’s Learning Center students, from left, Aaron Napper, 4; Rylee Moorhead, 3; Jacob Fraley, 5; Monté Thayer, 5; Kennedy McGraw, 4; and Cayli Logan, 4, enjoy the colorful Wall of Tiles at the center. Having a tile inscribed allows the gift bearer to show appreciation to a friend or loved one and support a worthy cause--a child’s education. Shawnee State University suggests gift ideas Running out of gift ideas and places to shop? Don’t forget Shawnee State University (SSU) this holiday season. “Not only will you be purchasing a very thoughtful gift,” said Susan Warsaw, executive director of Development. “But you’ll also be helping to support SSU students.” Here are a few suggestions for your shopping list:
Donations for commemorative items go directly to the Development Foundation at SSU, which handles all philanthropy to the university and ensures the donations (tax deductible to the full extent of the law) are distributed properly. If you are interested in purchasing any of the previously mentioned items, call the Development Foundation office at (740) 351-3284. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by B.J. Parsons--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications)
SSU to host The Oak Ridge Boys Holiday Concert At 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 18, Shawnee State University’s (SSU) Vern Riffe Center for the Arts (VRCFA) will play host to one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the country music industry--The Oak Ridge Boys-as they perform holiday favorites. During the show, the Oak Ridge Boys will also play such hits as “Elvira,” which claimed the 1982 Grammy for Best Vocal Performance by a Country Group, along with other titles such as “Bobbie Sue,” “Dream On,” “Thank God for Kids,” “American Made,” “I Guess it Never Hurts to Hurt Sometimes,” “Fancy Free,” as well as many others. The quartet has offered a unique harmony of upbeat, gospel-inspired music since they began in 1945 in Oak Ridge, Tenn. The group, then known as the Oak Ridge Quartet, was a regular feature at the Grand Ol’ Opry and played sold out shows all over the country. “We have been working to get the Oak Ridge Boys’ Holiday Show to the Vern Riffe Center for about three years,” said Carl Daehler, executive director of the VRCFA. “They only perform this special concert several weeks each season and the show is always booked years in advance. It is one of the best family holiday shows on tour.” With over 30 members having come and gone throughout the history of the Oak Ridge Boys, the current group of Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, Richard Sterban, and William Lee Golden, carries a legacy of over 50 years of music making. In total, the Oak Ridge Boys has had 12 gold and three platinum albums, as well as one triple-platinum album, with more than a dozen national number one singles. Tickets for the Oak Ridge Boys are on sale now for $36 at the McKinley Box Office located in the VRCFA. Call (740) 351-3600 for ticket information. Box Office hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Other December events at the VRCFA include the Red Cross Holiday Music Spectacular at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16, with admission free to the public; the Portsmouth Community Orchestra, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, with admission $10 and $12; and the Sunshine Community Choir Cantata at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 27, with admission free to the public. For more information, call (740) 351-3600. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by Caleb Miller--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications)
Dave Todt, Ph.D. SSU Teacher Education Chair Serves NCATE David Todt, Ph.D., chair of the department of teacher education at Shawnee State University (SSU), recently underwent training to become a member of a Board of Examiners (BOE) for the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The training was held in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, with a simulated accreditation visit at the University of Akron. Todt was one of 50 individuals selected nationwide to be trained for the BOE teams and will serve on one or two teams a year for the next three years. “Serving on an accreditation team at another institution is very beneficial to Shawnee State,” said Todt. “I have come away with a much better understanding of the NCATE standards and learned about different ways that other institutions are organized to meet the standards.” Todt has already served on one team visiting a school in New York. The team consisted of seven individuals and was responsible for assessing the institution’s evidence of meeting certain NCATE standards. For more information about SSU, call (740) 351-3221 or visit www.shawnee.edu. ### FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Article by Caleb Miller--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications)
Children’s Learning Center (CLC) student Nicholas Parsley, 4, son of Bruce and Deanna Parsley of Wheelersburg, digs into Thanksgiving treats at a special luncheon held Nov. 18. in Shawnee State University’s University Center. About 150 children, family, and friends were in attendance. The CLC, currently seeking accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children, is experiencing a record high in enrollment. SSU’s Children’s Learning Center Seeks Accreditation Shawnee State University’s (SSU) Children’s Learning Center (CLC), a state-of-the-art facility located on the campus of SSU, has been experiencing greater success than ever since its establishment four years ago. The CLC at SSU fills two roles. As a childcare center it provides an educationally enriched, socially stimulating, safe and secure environment for children. As a lab school it is a field site for the experiential learning required of student teachers. Two years ago, the CLC began preparing for accreditation with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The process began with an intensive seven-month self-study centering on the 197 required NAEYC criteria for accreditation. The process culminated in improvements that included a butterfly garden, outdoor canopies, playground centers, pictorial report cards for children, individualized portfolios for each child, modified family style lunches, increased professional development, and an alignment of the early learning and K-3 academic content standards, said Cindy Ferguson, director of the CLC. Recently, an NAEYC validator from Chicago came to the CLC to conduct a full day visit to determine how well the program had aligned itself with the criteria. After spending an hour in each classroom to observe interaction between children and staff, 20 of whom are SSU students majoring in early childhood education, the validator submitted the results to the National Commission, a board that decides whether a program will be validated or deferred. “The accreditation journey, though extensive, has been positive,” said Ferguson. “We’re training the next generation of early childhood educators and we’re committed to quality for our preschool children as well as our SSU students who will impact generations of children to come.” Though the CLC is still awaiting the results of its review, which will come in January, Ferguson and the staff remain optimistic. “Regardless of the outcome, we will go forward with enthusiasm and not abandon the process,” said Ferguson. The marks of quality already show. As well as the improvements made for the accreditation process the CLC has attained a very high level of popularity among parents with pre-school age children. Currently, the number of enrolled families at the CLC is at an all-time high of 74 with six families on a waiting list. “Those who recognize the value of quality early childhood programs should plan in advance,” said Ferguson. “Preschool programs should be visited well ahead of a child’s third birthday. In fact, for the CLC it is wise to consider an application for enrollment up to a year in advance so that the space is available when the time comes and families are not faced with last minute or less than acceptable options.” For more information or to enroll a child for two to five days per week, call (740) 351-3252. Children who are 3, 4, or 5 years old and potty trained are accepted. # # # FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Shawnee State University announces 2003 graduates Shawnee State University (SSU) is proud to announce its 2003 graduates. Nearly 530 students graduated from SSU this year. A graduation ceremony was held on the Alumni Green on June 14 to mark the event. The following list is SSU graduates: OHIO Ashville Gordon Crites, Bachelor’s in business administration Bainbridge Jessica O’Neal,
associate in electromechanical engineering & Bachelor’s in
computer engineering technology Batavia Dereck Heming,
Bachelor’s in psychology Beaver Derek Bobst,
Bachelor’s in business administration Bellevue Jaclyn Zieber, Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Bethel Jenny Messer,
Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Blue Creek Jeffrey Jewett,
Bachelor’s in individualized studies Brunswick Joyce Parker , Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Chesapeake Dana Craft, associate in respiratory therapy Cheshire Jennifer Cornelius, Bachelor’s in occupational therapy Chillicothe Christopher Harper,
Bachelor’s in computer engineering technology Cincinnati Amanda Calvert,
associate in computer aided draft/design Cleveland Shondrika Merritt, Bachelor’s in business administration Canal Winchester Tammy Parker, Bachelor’s in social sciences Columbus Melinda Akins,
Bachelor’s in social sciences & int’l relations Dayton Falilatu Busar,
Bachelor’s in sociology & certificate in deaf studies Dublin Allison Brammer,
associate in nursing Edgerton Heidi Dunham, Bachelor’s in arts/humanities Fairborn Michael Foreman, Bachelor’s in business administration Fairfield Charles Yager,
Bachelor’s in fine arts & associate in computer aided
draft/design Fayetteville Natasha Hodges, Bachelor’s in natural science Frankfort Elissa Day,
associate in respiratory therapy Franklin Furnace Michael Basham,
Bachelor’s in social sciences Gahanna Michael Kamer, Bachelor’s in natural science Gallipolis Suzanne Brumfield,
Bachelor’s in occupational therapy Georgetown Andrew Arn, Bachelor’s in social sciences Greenfield James Polley,
associate in computer aided draft/design Hillsboro Amy Lindemod,
associate in radiologic technology Ironton Jesse Boles,
Bachelor’s in history Jackson Autumn Hale,
Bachelor’s in middle childhood Johnstown Angie Westfall, associate in business information systems Kingston Sarah Haynes,
associate in dental hygiene Kitts Hill Jill Porter, associate in nursing Lancaster Darrell Ward, Bachelor’s in natural science & social sciences Leesburg Gary Evans, associate in computer aided draft/design Lucasville Tiffany Brower,
associate in business management Lynchburg Terry McClain, Bachelor’s in business administration Manchester Chasity Boden,
associate in office administration Mason Nicole Spillane, Bachelor’s in business administration Massillon Amanda Staggs, Bachelor’s in social sciences McArthur Matthew Sowers, Bachelor’s in business administration McConnellsville Jessica Wilson, Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 McDermott Andrea Butler,
Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Middletown Melissa Worbis, Bachelor’s in psychology Minerva Annette Johnson, associate in nursing Minford Adrienne Amato,
Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Minster David Hurley, Bachelor’s in sport studies Mt. Orab Christine Steele, Bachelor’s in business administration Nelsonville Carrie Stapleton, Bachelor’s in social sciences New Boston Thomas Bergan,
Bachelor’s in sport studies New Lexington Keeley O'Hare, Bachelor’s in fine arts North Bend Todd Mcgrail, Bachelor’s in sport studies Norwood Jody Buckler, associate in physical therapy Oak Hill Laurel Cook,
associate in nursing Otway Bryan Conschafsky,
associate in electromechanical engineering Pedro Roger Hutchinson,
associate computer aided draft/design Peebles Melissa Cox,
Bachelor’s in biology Piketon Willa Henry,
associate in early childhood development Pomeroy Danielle Peckham, associate in radiologic technology Portsmouth Susan Adams,
associate in legal assisting West Portsmouth Aaron Ackman,
Bachelor’s in plastics engineering technology Proctorville Ryan Blackwell, associate in computer aided draft/design Rarden Jennifer Sommer, Bachelor’s in occupational therapy Reynoldsburg Ashley Mitchell, Bachelor’s in fine arts Ripley Melissa Edmisten,
associate in respiratory therapy Russellville Melissa Purdy, Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Sardinia Nathan Burke, Bachelor’s in business administration Sciotoville Jacqueline Blake,
associate in office administration Somerset John Taylor, associate in business information systems South Point Amy Kimball,
associate in nursing South Webster Ryan Bouts, Bachelor’s
in psychology Stout Matthias Applegate,
Bachelor’s in mathematics Tipp City Bryan Czapor, Bachelor’s in business administration Vinton Teresa Crace, Bachelor’s in business administration Wakefield Connie Fultz, associate in nursing Washington Courthouse Brian King, Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Waverly Tiffany Anderson,
Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Wellston Shannon Lewis,
associate in radiologic technology West Carrollton Andrew Poock, Bachelor’s in social sciences West Union Elizabeth Armstrong, Westerville Seth Carr, Bachelor’s
in natural science Wheelersburg Debra Applegate,
associate in nursing Willow Wood Angel Adkins, associate in early childhood development Winchester Jessica Cornette,
Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Kentucky Ashland Andrea Blevins,
associate in dental hygiene Flatwoods Chris Hamm, Bachelor’s
in history Garrison Vanessa Bentley, associate in legal assisting Greenup Jessica Edelen,
associate in physical therapy Maysville Melanie Mineer,
Bachelor’s in psychology Raceland Melanie Scaggs, Bachelor’s in psychology Russell Brandon Caniff,
Bachelor’s in sport studies South Shore Jessica, Felty,
Bachelor’s in early childhood PreK-3 Van Lear Melissa Hall, Bachelor’s in occupational therapy Vanceburg Rebecca Chatman,
associate in respiratory therapy Arizonia Mesa Cambria Priebe, certificate in deaf studies Georgia Marietta Lonnie Hall, Bachelor’s in individualized studies Michigan Portage Jennifer Birt, Bachelor’s in early child intervention specialist Texas Sweeny Ronneaca Grizzle, associate in legal assisting Wisconsin Richland Center Jonnothan Schmidt,
Bachelor’s in business administration West Virginia Huntington Brian Blankenship,
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(Article by B.J. Parsons--communications specialist, SSU Office of Communications) SSU to Host Pharmacy Technician Prep Course The course, which will cost $279, will be held on Mondays from Jan. 5 to Mar. 15, 2004, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. According to Ginnie Moore, outreach services director, the course will prepare those seeking entry into the pharmacy technician field and individuals already employed as technicians in hospitals or retail pharmacies. "This course is ideally suited for somebody with a year of experience in the field,” said Moore. “There is a large market out there for experienced, trained pharmacy technicians, and not just in our area. This course will help those people, even with experience in the field, prepare for the certification exam required to become certified pharmacy technicians.” On completion of the course, candidates will be prepared to take the national certification pharmacy technician examination. Although not required to work in the field in the state of Ohio, Moore believes it makes a candidate more employable. “You do not need to be certified by the state as a pharmacy technician to take this course, nor do you need it to work in this field,” said Moore. “But several states already require a certification, and the state of Ohio may soon. This course is an extremely intensive, ten-week program that will equip students with all the tools they need to sit for the state certification exam.” The course, taught by registered pharmacist Jeremy Janney, will include topics such as medical terminology, reading and interpreting prescriptions, explanation of drugs, dosage calculations and conversions, intravenous therapy, aseptic technique, dispensing of prescriptions, unit doses and inventory control. This course is part of several technical preparation courses that are offered through UOS. According to Moore, the test prep and skill building programs are a valuable resource for those looking to improve their qualifications and their jobs. “We offer several preparatory classes for occupations in health care and business,” said Moore. “It is our goal to provide education for anyone who is seeking employment in a variety of fields or wanting to upgrade their skills. These courses are a great way for students to get into the job force with a qualification in a short period of time.” The deadline to register is Dec. 17. For more information, call (740) 351-3281. # # #
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