Titan Talk January 2014 by Community College of Beaver County

January 2014

CCBC’s Student Newsletter

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Issue 1 Inside This Issue Campus Announcements & Events Club Corner Counseling News Career Services News Titan Café Menu Tutor Schedule Men’s Basketball Schedule

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Policy on Nondiscrimination

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.

CAMPUS SHOUT OUTS SGA MEETINGS

SGA meets every Monday at 12:30 during the fall and spring semesters in the SSC Conference Room.

CCBC ID’S

Every student must have a CCBC Student ID. IDs will be taken in Activities Room in the Student Services Center 1102 according to the following schedule*: Tuesday, January 21, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm & 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Wednesday, January 22, 3:00 – 5:00 pm Thursday, January 23, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm & 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

What Do I Need My Student ID for? • CCBC Gym (Dome) • Student Activities • Computer labs • Student Discounts • Intramurals • Supportive Services • Library • Sell Back Books at Bookstore • Learning Center • Tutoring • Aviation Students – Ramp & Flying • Nursing Students – Hospitals/Clinical • Early Childhood – Observations

UPCOMING EVENTS JANUARY 13 JANUARY 16 SGA (STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASC WELCOME BACK TO ASSOCIATION) MEETING SCHOOL PICNIC 12:35-12:50, SSC Conference Room. FREE Pizza provided by Lindsy nail, SGA President.

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., lounge. Sponsored by SGA & Student Activities.

JANUARY 13-16 JANUARY 20 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY Free Snacks, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m., Titan Café. Sponsored by SGA & Student Activities.

Campus closed; no SGA meeting.

JANUARY 14 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL PICNIC

JANUARY 27 SGA MEETING

Main campus, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Titan Café. Sponsored by SGA & Student Activities.

JANUARY 15 WARM UP WEDNESDAY

Main campus, Titan Café, 8:30-10:00 a.m., ALL proceeds benefits cancer research. Sponsored by SGA & Student Activities.

12:30-12:50, SSC Conference Room

TITAN CAFÉ WEEKLY SPECIALS FIND OUT WHAT’S COOKING FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY: Monday, January 13 Burgers & Fries

Monday, January 27 Meatball Sub

Tuesday, January 14 FREE lunch - sponsored by SGA

Tuesday, January 28 Italian Chicken

Wednesday, January 15 Pulled Pork & Mac & Cheese

Wednesday, January 29 Gyro

Thursday, January 16 Chicken Wrap

Thursday, January 30 Hot Turkey Mashed

Monday, January 20 NO CLASS - Martin Luther King Jr. Day Tuesday, January 21 Chicken Parmesian Sub Wednesday, January 22 Turkey on Ciabatta Thursday, January 23 Flat Bread Pizza

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COUNSELING OFFICE MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

The following colleges/universities will be visiting with CCBC students in the Counseling area during November: Monday, November 4 Geneva College 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, November 5 University of Pittsburgh 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, November 11 Robert Morris University 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, November 12 Slippery Rock University 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

TIP OF THE MONTH

“People who fail to plan, plan to fail. Goals are dreams with a timeline.” Don’t forget! Classes fill quickly so register early for the best selection of classes. The Spring Course Schedule is available online at myccbc.edu. • November 4 - Spring registration starts for returning students • November 11 - Spring registration starts for new students • Aviation Students –a counselor will be at the airport during November on Mondays & Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Be Prepared! • Review the course schedule online at myccbc.edu • Review & print your degree audit • Schedule an appointment with your faculty advisor • To meet with a counselor, schedule an appointment by calling 724-480-3421 or stop by and schedule with Amy

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CAREER SERVICES OFFICE WHERE TO FIND US

WHERE THE JOBS ARE

Student Services Center, upper level Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (or call to schedule an appointment) Anne Farls 724-480-3412

THE TOP JOBS FOR 2014

clients,” Ferguson says. “Software developers play a key role in these initiatives.”

Struggling to find a job? If you’re a financial analyst, physical therapist or petroleum engineer, there’s a good chance your luck will change in 2014.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, most software developers work for computer systems design and related services firms or software publishers. Others work in computer and electronic product manufacturing industries. They typically have a bachelor’s degree in computer science.

By: Jacquelyn Smith, Forbes Staff

These three professions are among the best jobs that require at least a bachelor’s degree for 2014, according to a new study by CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI). The study used EMSI’s rich labor market database, which pulls from over 90 national and state employment resources and includes detailed information on employees and selfemployed workers, to find the 12 jobs that grew 7% or more between 2010 and 2013; are projected to increase in 2014; and fall within a higher-wage category of $22 per hour or more. “The list identifies occupations that are on an upward trajectory regarding employment,” says Matt Ferguson, chief executive of CareerBuilder and co-author of The Talent Equation. “[It] provides insights around where companies are investing in terms of human capital and the greater implications for the overall market.” The higher-paying occupation that has produced the most jobs post-recession: Software developer (applications and systems software). Since 2010, 104,348 jobs have been added (11% growth). In total, 1,042,402 people are currently employed as software developers in the U.S., earning an average hourly pay of $45.06. “Companies want to go to market first with innovations; they want to capitalize on mobile and cloud technologies; they want to extract, parse and apply Big Data to make smarter business decisions and create better solutions for

The BLS expects a 30% increase in the number of software developers by 2020 (from 2010). In the No. 2 spot is market research analysts and marketing specialists. According to the BLS, these professionals “study market conditions in local, regional, or national areas to examine potential sales of a product or service.” They also help companies understand what products people want, who will buy them, and at what price. About 55,000 jobs have been added since 2010 (a 14% increase)—and the 438,095 people currently working in this field earn $29.10 an hour, on average. Strong math and analytical skills are typically required for this job, as well as a bachelor’s degree. Top research positions often require a master’s, according to the BLS. “Individuals who can leverage data to zero in on new markets for growth will continue to be in demand,” Ferguson says. This profession is expected to grow by 41% between 2010 and 2020. The third best job for 2014: Training and development specialists. These professionals typically design and conduct training and development programs to improve individual and organizational performance. Since 2010, 18,042 jobs have

been added (8% growth)—and they bring in $27.14 an hour, on average. There are approximately 231,898 training and development specialists employed in the U.S. right now. “More of these positions are being created to help companies develop the talent they need in the midst of growing skills gap,” Ferguson says. “Instead of waiting for the perfect hire in a competitive environment, companies are training candidates who have potential and can grow into the position.” Elsewhere on the list: Web developers (No. 6), database administrators (No. 8) and petroleum engineers (No. 11). “In addition to higher pay levels and solid growth rates, what many of these jobs have in common is a talent shortage,” Ferguson says. “Recruitment has become very competitive for STEM-related occupations (science, technology, engineering and math) and other specialized areas. Extended job vacancies have caused one in four companies to lose revenue, so the skills gap is a very real concern.” He says the upside to the report is that more high-paying jobs will be created in 2014 that will also fuel the creation of lower-paying jobs. “Jobs will be growing across industries, company sizes and geographies.” The downside is that many of these high-wage indemand positions are areas where companies are already experiencing a shortage of qualified labor, Ferguson says. “Forty-five percent of Human Resource managers reported that they have open positions for which they can’t find qualified candidates,” he adds. He concludes: “The private and public sectors need to work together to identify in-demand skills and prepare workers for them. This goes beyond new college graduates. We need to re-skill workers who have been in the workforce for 15 or 20 years and there currently aren’t enough programs in place to do this.” Here are the 12 occupations requiring at least a bachelor’s degree that have grown 7% or more between 2010 and 2013; are projected to increase in 2014; and fall within a higherwage category of $22 per hour or more: 1. Software Developers (Applications and Systems Software) Total employment in 2013: 1,042,402 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 104,348 (up 11%) Median hourly earnings: $45.06

2. Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists Total employment in 2013: 438,095 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 54,979 (up 14%) Median hourly earnings: $29.10 3. Training and Development Specialists Total employment in 2013: 231,898 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 18,042 (up 8%) Median hourly earnings: $27.14 4. Financial Analysts Total employment in 2013: 257,159 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 17,060 (up 7%) Median hourly earnings: $37.34 5. Physical Therapists Total employment in 2013: 207,132 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 14,011 (up 7%) Median hourly earnings: $37.93 6. Web Developers Total employment in 2013: 136,921 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 13,364 (up 11%) Median hourly earnings: $27.84 7. Logisticians Total employment in 2013: 127,892 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 11,897 (up 10%) Median hourly earnings: $35.08 8. Database Administrators Total employment in 2013: 119,676 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 11,241 (up 10%) Median hourly earnings: $37.39 9. Meeting, Convention and Event Planners Total employment in 2013: 87,082 jobs Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 10,867 (up 14%) Median hourly earnings: $22.56 10. Interpreters and Translators Total employment in 2013: 69,887 Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 8,377 (up 14%) Median hourly earnings: $22.39 11. Petroleum Engineers Total employment in 2013: 40,733 Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 7,158 (up 21%) Median hourly earnings: $63.67 12. Information Security Analysts Total employment in 2013: 75,995 Jobs added between 2010 and 2013: 5,671 (up 8%) Median hourly earnings: $41.62

CCBC TUTOR CENTER SPRING 2014 SCHEDULE 724-480-3438

*Tutor hours subject to change due to tutor availability. Tutor Name

Monday

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ACCOUNTING

BOB MESSINA ACCOUNTING bob.messina@ccbc.edu

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MATH

KEN RAINEY MATH – ACT 101 ken.rainey@ccbc.edu NANCY LIVITSKI MATH nancy.livitski@ccbc.edu JASON HENDERSON BASIC MATH jason.henderson@ccbc.edu

9:30 – 2

12:30 – 2:45 4:30 – 5:30

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1 – 2:45 4:30 – 6

2:30 – 6

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ENGLISH

DESIREA TOWNE WRITING desirea.towne@ccbc.edu ATHENA PANGIKAS-MILLER ACT 101 ENGLISH athena.pangikas-miller@ccbc.edu ANALIJA ZAMPOGNA WRITING analija.zampogna@ccbc.edu

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SCIENCES

SAMANTHA LEITAO SCIENCE samantha.leitao@ccbc.edu BREANNA EDMISTON SCIENCE breanna.edmiston@ccbc.edu

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LEARNING LAB

T.B.A. LAB TUTOR – ACT 101 Library, Room 206

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USING YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE COVERAGE ON JANUARY 1, 2014 With the start of the new year, millions of Americans will have access to health coverage for the first time or have improved coverage because of the health care law. There are steps you can take now to ensure you have access to coverage beginning January 1. Coverage begins on January 1 for anyone who signed up by December 24. Don’t worry, if you didn’t sign up by then, there’s still time for you to apply through March 31, 2014. But if you did sign up and your insurance card has not yet arrived your coverage may already be effective. If you need to see a doctor or get a prescription filled before you get your insurance card, call your insurer to confirm that your coverage is in fact effective. You also can also ask them to help you confirm your enrollment with your doctor or pharmacy so they can bill your insurer correctly and you can get the services and prescriptions you need. You can call your insurer directly. If you don’t have an insurance card, you can find this number on the insurer’s website. Some insurers will let you go online and print a temporary insurance card. If you aren’t able to figure out how to contact your insurer, visit HealthCare.gov or call the Marketplace Call Center (1-800-318-2596) where a trained representative can help you. All consumers must pay their premium after enrolling in a plan in the Marketplace. However, each insurance company sets their own payment deadline. Some insurers may accept your first payment after your coverage has become effective and pay for care you receive after January 1, 2014. Contact your insurer to find out when and how you need to make your payment and what flexibility they are able to give you. Of course, trained representatives are available at the Marketplace Call Center 24 hours a day 7 days a week if you still need help. If there was a problem with the Marketplace systems that prevented you from getting coverage even though you tried to enroll before December 24, you may be eligible for a special enrollment period so you can get coverage as soon as possible. In the case of a medical emergency, even if you don’t have coverage yet, go to the closest hospital for help or call 911. Hospitals will treat you regardless of whether you have insurance. However, to protect you and lower your costs for future emergencies, consider enrolling in a Marketplace health plan right away. If you are still uninsured, remember there are three ways for you to get covered. You can enroll online through HealthCare.gov, over the phone (800-318-2596), or with the help of an in-person assistant (localhelp.healthcare. gov). You’ll have the opportunity to compare private plans side-by-side and choose the one that fits your family and budget. Like many people signing up for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace, you may qualify for financial assistance that lowers the cost of your health plan. There are 4 steps to be sure your enrollment and coverage are complete: . 1. Pay your premium to your health insurance plan by the due date. 2. Carefully review your member card or other materials your plan sends you. 3. Review your plan’s provider directory and determine who will provide your care. 4. Contact your plan with any questions or if you don’t get a member card and enrollment materials. And remember, you have until March 31 before the enrollment period ends.

DID YOU KNOW… If you have a smart phone you can • Get your CCBC email. For step-by-step instructions on setup please refer to http://www.ccbc.edu/outlookemail • Access MyCCBC’s new mobile site. You are able to see your schedule, register for classes, see your unofficial transcript, look at maps of your classroom buildings, and more. Just go to your internet browser and type in my.ccbc.edu. A window will come up asking if you want the mobile or desktop site. Login is using your network login and password. • Download an app from the iTunes or Android store to access your Blackboard account. Subscription rates apply. • Download an app from the iTunes or Android store to access your Blackboard MyConnect account (a.k.a. CCBC Alerts). If you have opted-in to receive CCBC’s alerts (alerts.ccbc.edu) this app will let you Get push notifications whenever you receive an alert via voice, email or SMS.