PROGRESS 2011
fàçÄx
DAILY GLOBE “Where to go, when you need to know!”
Service With
YOUR COMMUNITY ~ SECOND TO NONE
OUR ANNUAL REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY
Gogebic Community College
2
G
PROGRESS 2011
THE DAILY GLOBE
GCC photo
The Gogebic Community College staff includes, from left, first row: Curtis Burdette, Paul Castagna, Jim Lorenson, Chris Wagner, Deb Daniels, Patty King, Linda Gustafson, Kelly Marczak and Walt Lessun; second row: Kathy Slizewski, Marla Kangas-Bunt, Pat Strand, Kari Luoma, Karen Tingstad, Cindy Franck, Kristi Montonati, Beth Peterson, Mary Beth Barlock and Casey Levra (no longer at GCC); third row: Karen Balyeat, Kim Wanink, Sue Forbes, Jeanne Graham, Miranda Lawver, Debbie Janczak, Kim Zeckovich, Sharon Fleig, Elaine Skoviera, Brian Panich and Kathie Munn; fourth row: Bill Perkis, Amanda Delich, Mary Grace Loreti, Therese Pawlak, John Sokol, Dan Obradovich, Dayle Jackson, Laura Borth, Mark Wendt, Keith Beckman and Cindy Cowell; fifth row: Dennis Mackey, Todd Hamel, Jim Vanderspoel, Tricia Cullen, Deb Pletcher, Beth Steiger, Kady Stone, Angela MacLeod and Monica Powers (no longer at GCC); sixth row: Carrie Yon, Connie Hicks, Dennis Svoke, Laura Erickson, Nicole Hocking, Lenore Jackson, Ray Niemi, Erik Guenard and Gerry Westeen; seventh row: Ken Trzaska, Larry Gabka, Serena Mershon-Lohkamp, Maria Sokol, Apryl Mateas, Alex Marciniak, Ryon List and Jim Dahlin; and eighth row: Jim Halverson, Brian Anderson, Mike Popko, Barry Nelson, Rod Smith, Dave Erickson, Jim Martell, Don Pelkola and Jim Klingforth. Those not shown include: Cheryl Bunt, John Busch, Ed Gorman, Stephanie Justinak, Chuck Lewis, Richard Reynolds and Lorrie Stahl.
New faculty, staff join GCC community Gogebic Community College has added several new members to its faculty and staff, including:
fessional experience includes marketing, public relations, and foundation development.
Kelly Marczak Director of Institutional Development Marczak joined GCC as the Director of Institutional Development and Foundation Executive Director in April, 2010. She received an associate’s degree from GCC, and a bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University. Her pro-
Karen Balyeat, R.N., BSN, MSN Allied Health Instructor Balyeat joined GCC in August, 2010 as an Allied Health Instructor in the Nursing Program. She is licensed as a Registered Nurse in Michigan, has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, and a master’s degree in nursing, specializing in nurs-
ing education, from Indiana Wesleyan University. Balyeat has 26 years of professional work experience in the nursing field. Dennis Svoke Computer Assisted Drafting Svoke holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Northland College, in Ashland, Wis.; and an associate’s degree of applied science in computer aided design technology from GCC. Svoke has 22 years of industry
experience as a CAD drafter and general engineering coordinator at Bretting Manufacturing Inc., Ashland, and as a laborer at both Constantini’s in Ironwood and Spring Creek Homes in Bessemer; and eight years of adjunct instruction in the CAD program at GCC. Kady Stone Business Instructor Stone is a Business Instructor at (See FACULTY — Page 3)
PROGRESS 2011 G 3
THE DAILY GLOBE
Many events planned to involve students By STEPHANIE JUSTINAK Student Life Coordinator
With the increase in enrollment at GCC this fall came an increased need to increase the student activities that were available to the students of Gogebic Community College. In an effort to offer something for everyone, it is quite common to find an event taking place four to five days a week. Being able to provide more activities allows for more variety in the types of events that are offered, as well varying the times that they are offered. This helps to reach the interests of a broader range of students that make up the GCC community and enables more students to get involved in student life at GCC. This semester is off to a wonderful start with over 75 students participating in Extreme Bowling at Larry’s Lucky Strikes. Along with bowling, students look forward to upcoming events such as Grocery Bingo, Casino Night, and Free Food Fridays. Some new activities have also been developed with the help of faculty and groups on campus. Deb Pletcher, GCC math instructor, came up with the idea of a “Minute To Win It” challenge, which is based on the popular television game show. Students gather in the Lindquist Student Center gymnasium to complete a set of tasks using household items in 60 seconds or less to receive prizes. The Creative Arts group, under the direction of GCC English instructor Curtis Burdette, has lead several successful open mic nights for students to express themselves through music, poetry, drama or comedy. In February, students will also get the chance to
GCC photo
One of the many student activities for students is Gogebic Community College’s rendition of the popular game show “Minute to Win It” at the Lindquist Student Center. enjoy the outdoors while snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding or tubing on the campus.
Whether it be a night out, a quick study break, or grabbing a bite to eat while socializing with peers, student
GCC Foundation’s 2010-2011 Annual Campaign
Gogebic Community College . . . where futures begin! Many have invested in the future by starting their education at Gogebic. Help secure the future for today’s young people by making an investment in your community college today.
Name(s)________________________________________________________________________________ (as you wish to be listed in our Annual Report)
____ Please indicate if you wish to remain anonymous
Address_______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ Home Phone _________________________ Bus. Phone_______________________ Maiden Name (if applicable) ______________________________________________________________________ _______Enclosed is my gift of_________________________________
Visit our website at www.gogebic.edu/alumni to make a secure credit card gift.
_______My gift will be matched by____________________________ This gift is made in memory/honor of _________________________________________________________________________ Gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Thank you for your most generous gift! ____ I have included GCC in my will, entitling me to membership in the “Heritage Society.” Our community depends on us . . . we depend on you. Please give generously to this year’s annual campaign for the future.
activities have something to offer all students at Gogebic Community College.
FACULTY (Continued from Page 2) GCC. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Michigan. She resides in Bessemer with her family. Apryl Mateas English Instructor Mateas holds a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a master’s degree in English from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her teaching experience includes English Composition I and II, Creative Writing and Literature at Waubonsee Community College in Illinois and College of DuPage in Illinois. Richard Reynolds Director of the Lindquist Center and Housing Reynolds joined GCC in Sep-
tember 2010. He holds a master’s degree in sports management and a bachelor’s degree in recreation management, both from Western Michigan University. His experience includes sports facility administration, event management, athletic coaching, student success advising and teaching health and physical education courses. Cindy Cowell Off Campus Student Success Coordinator Cowell, of Chassell, is the Student Success Coordinator for the Houghton Campus. She holds a master’s degree in community college administration with an emphasis in education administration and a bachelor’s degree with a major in mass communication and minors in journalism and business (See FACULTY — Page 4)
4
G
PROGRESS 2011
THE DAILY GLOBE
Cosmetology students help Theatre North’s musical ‘Sweet Charity’ By CINDY FRANCK GCC Allied Health Coordinator and Theatre North Director
GCC photo
Gogebic Community College cosmetology students are working with the latest Theatre North production, “Sweet Charity.” The students revamped many 1960s vintage wigs for the theatre and will be hair and make-up artists for the actual production, which opens on St. Patrick’s Day. Pictured are, from left, (seated) actors Serena Lohkamp and Angie Lauzon, and cosmetology students and staff: Lou Miskovich, instructor Nicole Hocking, instructor Laura Erickson, Krystal Synkula and Brittani Williams.
Theatre North’s production of the Tony Award-winning musical Sweet Charity is in full swing. Directors Cindy Franck and Jerry Lauzon have selected a cast of 25 to sing, dance, and deliver an over-the-top production of this musical comedy. In addition to the multiple sets and extensive costuming, there is an ambitious hair and makeup plot for the show. Set in the 1960s, the directors wanted the “60s look” to be accurate. GCC Cosmetology instructor Nicole Hocking offered assistance. Cosmetology students are required to style wigs as part of their curriculum and Theatre North owned many 1960s-style wigs that had not seen the light of day for many years. A miracle happened in the Cosmetology Department, as the wigs were transformed into great designs for the production. In addition to the wig preparation, students will also be volunteering their time by working
FACULTY (Continued from Page 3) administration, all from Northern Michigan University. Her areas of responsibility at the Houghton campus include admissions, financial aid, advising, student intervention and administration. John Vaara Off Campus Program Coordinator Vaara is the Off-Campus Program Coordinator for the Copper Country Centers in Hancock, Calumet and Chassell. He holds a master’s degree in secondary school administration and a bachelor’s degree in secondary education. He served as Superintendent of the Hancock Public Schools for 17 years. As a GCC alumnus, he is keenly aware of the important opportunities that GCC provides for the students of the Western Upper Peninsula. Kristi Montonati TRIO Grant Program Secretary Montonati is the Administrative Assistant of the TRIO program. She received her associate’s degree from GCC in May, 2010. Aaron Bender Volleyball Coach Bender coaches the women’s volleyball team. He holds a bachelor’s degree in social studies from the University of Wisconsin-Superior and master’s
DOLLAR$ . . . and Sense
degree in athletic administration from California University of Pennsylvania. In addition to being a full-time middle/high school teacher at Hurley K-12 School, he also has experience as the girls’ volleyball coach and the boys’ baseball coach at Hurley. Christopher Wagner Resident Housing Unit Manager Wagner is the Residential Community Manager. He earned bachelor’s degrees in psychology and history at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He has a strong interest in student development and leadership. Laura Erickson Cosmetology Erikson, a former GCC cosmetology student, is now a cosmetology instructor. She has relevant work experience that includes being a hair stylist and a Theory Cosmetology Instructor/Substitute at GCC. Ed Gorman Automotive Technology Gorman began at GCC for the January semester. He holds vast experience in both teaching and working in the auto industry. He holds a bachelor’s degree in vocational and technical education from Ferris State University and an associate’s degree of applied science in automotive technology from Muskegon Community College.
visit gogebic.edu
back stage to assist performers with their makeup and hair. “We have many actors playing several roles and their appearance has to change throughout the play. Having makeup and hair artists helps us transition the characters and keeps the show moving,” Lauzon said. “Sweet Charity” is based on the script written by Neil Simon, one of the great comedic writers for film and stage. The show was originally choreographed by Bob Fosse. Musical numbers include “If They Could See Me Now,” “Hey Big Spender” and “The Rhythm of Life.” In addition to the Cosmetology Department, other GCC students and faculty are involved in the production. Making their debut at Theatre North are student Mark Lundgren playing the evangelist, Daddy, and GCC instructors Serena Mershon-Lohkamp, Angela McCleod and Curtis Burdette in the male lead as Oscar. The musical opens on St. Patrick’s Day and will run two weekends.
College/University
Attending 2 years
GCC for 2 years
Savings by attending GCC
Ferris State University
$20,491
$6,680
$13,811
Michigan Tech University
$24,034
$6,680
$17,354
Northern Michigan University $15,760
$6,680
$9,080
Northland College
$51,324
$6,680
$44,644
Finlandia University
$36,948
$6,680
$30,268
Michigan State University
$23,048
$6,680
$16,368
Lake Superior State Univ
$17,503
$6,680
$10,803
College of St. Scholastica
$54,228
$6,680
$47,548
UW-Superior (Wisconsin Residents) (Out-of-State Residents)
$14,336 $29,484
$8,292 $6,680
$7,656 $22,804
The above expenses are averages based upon 31 academic credits per year and includes tuition and known fees for Fall 2010. Room and board, travel, books, etc. are not included.
PROGRESS 2011 G 5
THE DAILY GLOBE
GCC Foundation honors 3 outstanding alumni at annual Celebration of Achievements banquet By KELLY MARCZAK GCC Foundation Executive Director
The Gogebic Community College Foundation hosted the 15th annual Celebration of Achievements banquet this past fall in the David G. Lindquist Student Center. The three honored for their outstanding contributions to GCC in their careers and to the community were Jeannie (Lund) Milakovich, Class of 1970, Distinguished College Faculty; Dennis “Deke” Routheaux, Class of 1971, Outstanding Coach; and Rear Admiral Steven E. Day, Class of 1973, Distinguished Alumnus. Milakovich attended Gogebic Community College and transferred to Northern Michigan University from which she graduated suma cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in secondary education, English and history. She began teaching at GCC in 1983 as an English instructor. She developed classes for underprepared English students and received a Title III grant for the program. She also established a tutorial
program. She opened a student learning center at GCC and initiated an honor society for two-year students. She later initiated online teaching at GCC and has received national honors for her teaching programs. She retired from GCC in 2007. Jeannie Routheaux came to Milakovich GCC as a student and basketball player, and later returned to GCC in 1974 as the head women’s basketball coach, men’s assistant basketball coach, track coach, cross country coach, intramural director, and health and physical education instructor. He earned his master’s degree in physical education from Northern Michigan University. In 1982, he became the head men’s basketball coach and athletic director at GCC. Under his guidance, GCC won four Region 13 titles and finished sixth at
the NJCAA Division II national tournament in 2005. Although he officially retired from GCC in 2006, Routheaux continues to teach part-time at GCC, officiates basketball, and runs a small business. Rear Admiral Dennis ‘Deke’ Steven Day attended Routheaux GCC and received his associate’s degree following his discharge from the U.S. Coast Guard. He was a member of the Samson basketball team under coach Gene Farrell. He continued his education and received a bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University and a master’s degree in professional development and education from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Day is currently the Deputy Commander for Mobilization and Reserve Affairs for the U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic
Area, which spans from the Rocky Mountains to the Arabian Gulf and encompasses more than 4,400 Coast Guard Reservists. Day’s long career with the Coast Guard includes deployments to the Korean peninsula, Jordan and Iraq. Rear Admiral His civilian career Steve E. Day includes being an adjunct instructor at Midstate Technical College in Wisconsin Rapids; serving as school board president for 12 years in Port Edwards, Wis.; and holding training and consulting workshops for Wisconsin businesses on safety, leadership and work redesign. The GCC Foundation also conferred “Director Emeritus” status to Dr. R. Ernest Dear for his commitment, dedication and service to both Gogebic Community College and GCC Foundation.
TRIO support services provide academic aid to students By DAYLE JACKSON Director of Student Support Services
In August 2010, Gogebic Community College received a new five-year TRIO Student Support Services grant. The new grant cycle runs through August 2014 for a total of over $1.28 million. The grant is a federally-funded competitive grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Education. GCC students can qualify for the SSS program by being a first-generation college student, meeting taxable income guidelines, or having a documented disability. The program provides support to 160 students each academic year. Program participants access a variety of services and resources designed to assist them in achieving their academic and life goals. Services include in-depth advising, career counseling, financial aid assistance, transfer assistance, exposure to cultural events, campus visits, specialty workshops and classes, grant aid, website and software access, and access to laptop computers. The program also includes professional math tutor Brian Ciesielczyk. Professional tutors assist students with mathematics courses including algebra, trigonometry and
calculus; science courses, including biology and chemistry; English courses, including composition, grammar and literature; and accounting courses. An additional aspect of the SSS program is providing students an opportunity to explore college opportunities outside the GCC campus by attending a variety of campus visits. SSS students who utilize the campus visit program have met with faculty, staff and students from a variety of universities and colleges throughout the Midwest, including Michigan Technological University, Finlandia University, Northern Michigan University, Lake Superior State University, Central Michigan University, Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, Northland College, the University of Wisconsin at Superior, Green Bay, Stevens Point, Eau Claire, Stout and Oshkosh, the University of MinnesotaDuluth, and the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. TRIO’s holistic approach to the college education also includes opportunities for students to participate in activities and events designed to expose them to cultures and traditions from around the
globe. Music festivals, fine art museums, interactive dinner theatres, sporting events, and local productions are just a few of the opportunities experienced by these students. The SSS staff includes Director Dayle Jackson, Coor-
dinator John Sokol, Counselor Mark Wendt and Assistant Kristi Montonati. They provide a support network for SSS program participants. The primary goal of SSS is to ensure that all students receive the resources and sup-
port they need to be successful at GCC prior to transferring to a four-year institution. For more information about the TRIO-Student Support Services program at GCC, visit gogebic.edu/trio/index or call 906-932-4231 ext. 339.
GCC ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Gifts for scholarships, endowments, and bequests are critical to maintaining the programs, services and facilities that GCC offers. There is also an immediate need to sustain the student programs, faculty development, and campus improvements. There is where contributions to the Annual Campaign play a critical role. Your Annual Campaign contribution is put to work today to support and develop opportunities that are not funded from our general operating budget or tuition – opportunities that are more important than ever as state support declines. Annual Campaign contributions allow us to sustain and grow programs, purchase new technology, and provide opportunities for students to grow in leadership and knowledge. Thank you – for your past and continued support.
6
G
PROGRESS 2011
Student writing contest winners announced ■ Peterson to be honored at statewide conference for poem ‘North’ Gogebic Community College student Kathryn Peterson won first place in the college’s writing competition with her poem “North,” and took third place in the statewide Liberal Arts Network for Development’s writing contest. Peterson was just one of several GCC students to win awards in the local contest. The top two places in each of three categories were forwarded to the LAND contest. Peterson and English instructor Apryl Mateas will be honored this month at LAND’s state conference. GCC’s Language and Arts Division and the GCC Foundation sponsor the annual contest locally. Winners were awarded monetary prizes provided by the GCC Foundation. First place winners in each category received $70, second place winners $50 and third place winners were awarded $30. Judges for this year’s GCC competition were English instructors Ryon List, Curtis Burdette and Apryl Mateas; along with adjunct instructor Jyl Olson, former English instructor Faye O’Neill and Learning Resources Director Walt Lessun. This year’s winners are: Essay 1. Sharon Bailey, “A Ghostly Divorce” 2. Amber Mieloszyk, “The Promise of Tomorrow” 3. Joe O’Donahue, “On Being the Best Light Bulb Salesman” Fiction 1. Casey Evsich, “Divergence” 2. Cynthia O’Brien, “The Epiphany” 3. Casey Evsich “Apple” Poetry 1. Kathryn Peterson, “North” 2. Paul Chlebowski, “Eclipsed: Bobby Pattinson Will Never Love You” 3. Amber Mieloszyk, “Statistic” A booklet of the winning entries will be available during this semester.
THE DAILY GLOBE
A report card for Gogebic Community College Students at Gogebic Community College are not the only ones who are given formal reviews or grades. The college itself is given extensive scrutiny in many forms and by many agencies. The following graphs are from one of the national systems of
reporting that the college must adhere to. The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System is a system of survey components that collects data from nearly 6,700 institutions from across the United States. These data are used at the federal and
state level for policy analysis and development; at the institutional level for benchmarking and peer analysis; and by students and parents, through the College Navigator (collegenavigator.ed.gov) to aid in the college search process. The figures shown were
developed to provide indicators and data elements for GCC and a comparison group of institutions. These are the most recent figures available and were reported during the 2009-10 survey year.
Medical coding and billing program looks to future By ANGELA MACLEOD Instructor
Health care changes every day. From advances in medicine, to transformations in rules and regulations, it is amazing that anyone is able to keep abreast of all of the activity. Medical coding and billing is no different. Each year, changes that affect insurances, billing standards, privacy, security, etc., keeps those in this field on their toes. At Gogebic Community College the Online Medical Coding and Billing program continuously updates with these yearly changes to keep our students current, ensuring success upon graduation. We are also looking into ways to help our community, especially with implementation of ICD-10-CM/PCS (ICD-10).
For those who do not know what ICD-10 is, it is a medical classification system used to collect information regarding diseases and injuries during medical visits. It is a very important system, as it is used for billing purposes, quality of care, and statistics, to name a few. At this time, the United States is using an outdated system, ICD-9-CM. In October 2013, we will finally convert to what the rest of the world is already using. What this means for the health care system is major planning on how this is going to affect operations, along with training employees on the new system. This provides GCC with a great opportunity to not only train new students, but provide support to our community and surrounding areas of its coders/billers.
As this implementation is a few years out, it is recommended that coders/billers sharpen their anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and disease process skills at this time. At GCC, we offer an online 16-week class of anatomy and physiology and disease process both in the fall and spring semesters, as well as medical terminology in the spring semester. Closer to October 2013, GCC will be looking into offering ICD-10-CM/PCS training both in an online format and seminar training for the community. Therefore, if you are a medical coder/biller looking for some refresher courses or are in need of some ICD-10 training in the future, we hope that you will look to GCC for your education.
PROGRESS 2011 G 7
THE DAILY GLOBE
Foundation alumni and friends host events Save the date FLORIDA PASTY PICNIC Sixth annual Palm-to-Pine Pasty Picnic in Bradenton, Fla., on March 10, 2011. For more information, and to ensure you are included on the mailing list for this event, contact Kelly Marczak in the Foundation Office at 906-9324231, ext. 202.
TASTE
OF
GOGEBIC RANGE
The second annual Taste of Gogebic Range event will be held on April 18, 2011, at the David G. Lindquist Student Center on campus. Local restaurants and businesses showcase their specialties and attendees are invited to sample many scrumptious items — everything from soup, salad, appetizers, homemade pastas and delectable desserts. Call the Foundation Office to reserve your tickets. We anticipate a sold-out event.
TWIN CITIES
GATHERING
An informal get together for GCC alumni and friends is in the planning stages for 2011. Contact the Foundation Office to get your name added to the mailing list and receive updates and invitations.
GCC photo
The fifth annual Pine-to-Palm Pasty Picnic was held in Bradenton, Fla., in March 2010 at the Peridia Golf and Country Club. Hosted by Gogebic Community College Foundation board member Mary Paoli, with special assistance from Jack and Marion Jacobs, this annual event reconnects friends and alumni of GCC to celebrate the achievements, accomplishments and continued success of the college. As a result of this event, an annual Pine-to-Palm Scholarship has been established to benefit students attending GCC. This is another great example of our alumni supporting the future alumni.
GCC, area guidance counselors to host College Goal Sunday to help future students On Sunday, Feb. 13, Gogebic Community College is joining in with a collaborative effort of the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Student Financial Aid Association, and EduGuide, to sponsor College Goal Sunday on its campus. From 2 to 4 p.m., college staff, along with area guidance counselors, will be available to assist local students and their parents file the FAFSA. What is College Goal Sunday? “It is an opportunity to actually complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form to get money for college right at GCC,” said Sue Forbes, Director of Financial Aid at Gogebic Community College and coordinator of the event. “The computer lab at GCC will be open from 2 to 4 p.m. and the staff will be available to assist anyone with questions and concerns while they are completing their forms.” If a person is 23 years of age or younger, they need to bring their parents’ and their own 2010 income data,
federal income tax returns, child support statements, etc. If one is over 24 years of age, then bring your 2010 income information. “Your income and your parents’ income are absolutely necessary to complete the form,” said Forbes. “The FAFSA is a federal form and this is the information that is required. We will not be able to assist you in completing your FAFSA if you do not bring the required information.”
WHAT
TO BRING
• Your FAFSA Pin – you and your parents will both need a pin. Find out more or apply at www. pin.ed.gov • Your Social Security number • Your parent or legal guardian’s Social Security number (if you are 23 or younger and a dependent) • Your driver’s license (if any) • Your W-2 forms or other records of money earned • Your 2010 Federal Income Tax Return • Your spouse’s 2010 Federal Income
Tax Return • Your parents’ 2010 Federal Income Tax Return • Your 2010 untaxed income records — Social Security, temporary assistance to needy families, welfare, or veterans benefits records (if any) • Your 2010 bank statements • Your 2010 business and investment mortgage information, business and farm records, stock, bond, and other investment records • Your alien registration card (if you are not a U.S. citizen)
INFORMATION,
PRIZES AVAILABLE
College Goal Sunday began in Michigan in 2004 in cooperation with the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators and the Lumina Foundation for Education. Since its inception, more than 4,500 students in Michigan have received help in completing their FAFSA financial aid form on time — for free. “After talking with local and regional high school guidance counselors, we
decided to host the event here at GCC,” said Forbes. “We have volunteers from the high schools coming as well as many of the college staff members to assist people with their questions and forms. “We will also have a number of great prizes available. At last year’s event, a student attending our event at GCC won one of the state-wide scholarships. We were all very excited.”
GOAL OF COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY If you are a student or a parent, there will be a lot of information available on how to obtain financial aid for college. At College Goal Sunday you can: • Get free on-site professional assistance filling out the FAFSA form. • Talk to financial aid professionals about financial aid resources and how to apply. • Get information regarding statewide student services, admission requirements and more. For more information about College Goal Sunday at GCC, call 906-932-4231 ext. 206.
8
G
PROGRESS 2011
THE DAILY GLOBE
Mt. Zion offers Friday Night Fights Is it wrestling? Is it boxing? No — it is Friday nights filled with great action on Mt. Zion’s terrain park under the lights. It is head-to-head competition for all ages and will be based on age groups. Beginning Jan. 28 for six weeks, the action will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. “Medals and prizes will be awarded after six nights of competition,� said Jim Vanderspoel, Director of Ski Area Management and Mt. Zion. “Points are based upon place.� Waivers must be completed prior to any competition and a parent or guardian must sign them for any participants under the age of 18. Also, helmets are required by all competitors. “We want this to be a safe and fun competition,� said Vanderspoel. The public is invited to watch every jump, turn and spill on Friday night at Mt. Zion.
Summer College 2011 @
Tentative Schedule²visit our website at www.gogebic.edu and click on Course Schedules for the most up-to-date course listing. GCC reserves the right to cancel classes with insufficient enrollment.
GCC photo
Students in the Utility Technician program train to climb and work from utility poles through this certificate program at Gogebic Community College. The program prepares students for apprenticeship positions in the utility industry.
Summer College 2011 @
Course Name Cr ACC150-1 Accounting (Internet) 4 BIO101-1 Principles of Biology I 4 BIO101-1L Principles of Biology I Lab BIO110-1 Principles of Ecology 4 BIO110-1 Principles of Ecology Lab BUS203-1 Business Communications 3 CHM101-1 Gen Org, Bio Chemistry I 4 CHM101-1L Gen Org, Bio Chemistry I Lab CJC104-1 Client Relations (Internet) 3 CPL100-1 Computer Lit-Intro to Windows 2007 1 DRA102-1 Intro to the Art of the Movie (Internet) 3 ENG101-1 English Composition I 3 ENG101-2 English Composition I 3 ENG102-1 English Composition II 3 ENG223-1 Modern Literature (Internet) 3 HED105-1 Intro to Med Terminology (Internet) 2 HST101-1 Western Civilization 3 MTH103-1 Intro to Algebra 3 MTH104-1 Intermediate Algebra 3 MTH101T Technical Mathematics I 4 MTH110-1 College Algebra (Internet) 4 MTH211-1 Intro to Statistics (Internet) 3 ORI100-1 Freshman Seminar 1 PHI201-1 Intro to Philosophy (Internet) 3 PLS101-1 Intro to American Govt 3 PSY101-1 General Psychology (Internet) 4 PSY101-2 General Psychology 4 SOC101-1 Intro to Sociology (Internet) 3
Days Time by arrangement MW 8-10:53 TR 8-10:53 MW 11:00-1:53 TR 11:00-1:53 T 9:00-11:53 MW 8-10:53 TR 8-10:53 by arrangement MW 4-5:53 by arrangement MTWR 8-9:53 MW 11-1:50 MW 9-11:50 by arrangement by arrangement MTW 10-11:53 MTWR 8-9:53 MWF 10-11:53 MTWR 8-9:53 by arrangement by arrangement Sat 8-4:00 by arrangement M TW 1-2:53 by arrangement TWF 12-2:13 by arrangement
Instructor Room Dates Dahlin 6/6-7/28 Gabka B21 6/6-7/27 Gabka A101 6/7-7/28 Gabka B21 6/6-7/27 Gabka A100 6/7-7/28 Dahlin B19 6/7-7/26 Lohkamp A100 6/6-7/27 Lohkamp A105 6/8-7/28 Yon 6/6-28 Beckman B113 6/6-6/29 Marciniak 6/6-7/28 2Âś1HLOO 3 % 6/6-7/14 Burdette A325 6/6-7/27 List A301 6/6-7/27 Burdette 6/6-7/28 Rowe 6/6-7/28 Obradovich A303 6/6-7/27 Mackey A325 6/6-7/14 Sokol A300 6/6-7/29 Sokol A300 6/6-7/28 Stahl 6/6-7/28 Stahl 6/6-7/28 Staff T103 6/11 & 6/18 Gray 6/6-7/28 Obradovich A303 6/11-7/27 Wendt, T 6/6-7/28 Delich A211 6/7-7/29 Delich 6/1-7/23
Late Start Courses The following 3 courses are Open Entry/Open Exit with lab times (B113) on Mon 4-6:00 and Wed from 4-7:00 p.m. CPL104-1 Computer Literacy-Excel 2007 1 Beckman B113 7/6-7/27 CPL105-1 Word Processing Word 2007 1 Beckman B113 7/6-7/27 CPL108-1 Computer Literacy-Powerpoint 2007 1 Beckman B113 7/6-7/27 ORI100-1
visit gogebic.edu
Freshman Seminar
1
Sat
8-4:00
Staff
T103 7/9 & 7/16
Call the Admissions Office at 932-4231 ext. 207 for registration information.
PROGRESS 2011 G 9
THE DAILY GLOBE
Mission: Accountable! GCC explores opportunities to better meet students’ needs By LARRY GABKA AQIP Coordinator and Instructor
GCC photo
Molly Wolfe, right, was the winner of a laptop at the Gogebic Community College bookstore. Showing the lucky ticket and gifting the winner of the laptop is GCC bookstore manager Brian Panich. “Each year, we have a give-away at the end of the textbook buyback, which is always held during the final week of classes and during finals week of the fall semester,” said Panich. “It culminates with the final day at GCC’s Houghton campus. We try to give back as much to the students as possible, and in turn, provide more used products for the next semester’s incoming students.” The winning ticket was drawn by Dean of Business Erik Guenard.
The wind, the car and something about the future By KEN TRZASKA Dean of Instruction
First there was wind, eventually cars, and the future, which is always right around the corner, is, well, right around the corner. That being said, Gogebic Community College is hard at work researching and developing the stuff of the future such as programs to provide gainful employment opportunities for students. A few of these new programs have something to do with wind and cars (and no we are not developing a wind-auto program). Rather, the college is currently in the middle of developing a two-year wind energy degree with a strong foundation in engineering and physics. The program will begin in the fall of 2012 and promises to provide students the opportunity to engage in an exciting program with promising employment opportunities. The program development is guided by an internal committee of faculty and staff as well as a National Wind Advisory Board. Funding through a recently acquired state CAP Leadership grant, administration is collaborat-
ON THE WEB
ing with industry experts and faculty to develop the core wind energy curriculum. A majority of the curriculum should be completed by early summer. The automotive technology program continues to build momentum both with the hiring of Ed Gorman as lead instructor and developing two new elective classes. The classes include Introduction to Diesel Engines and Alternative Energy Fuels: Electric Vehicles I. Both classes will set the foundation for a future automotive technology degree track with focus on alternative fuels that would include additional curriculum on diesel, electric and bio fuel. Currently, the college is investing in new and updated equipment for the program as well as planning a Basics of Auto Repair Continuing Education class that will be offered in April. If you have questions about either of these programs or the automotive basics class, please do not hesitate to contact the Dean of Instruction office at 906-307-1216. See you in the future.
THE CHIEFTAIN STUDENT NEWSPAPER
www.the-chieftain.com
The perception or belief that we are meeting the needs of our students and community is no longer enough to satisfy the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the college’s accrediting body. Data driven decision making, fiscal responsibility, effectiveness, responsiveness, service, and greater accountability is being demanded of the public sector of our economy. Higher education is no exception. At Gogebic Community College this is what AQIP is all about. AQIP stands for Academic Quality Improvement Program and is the means by which we maintain our regional accreditation. At GCC, we are constantly exploring opportunities to better meet the needs of our students and community. In February of 2010, the college sent a team of faculty, staff and administrators to an HLC required “strategy forum” for the purpose of exploring how other colleges address the needs of their students and communities. At the strategy forum, our team decided that the development of a comprehensive and systematic approach to the collection and use of data about student learning would be a wise investment of our time. The HLC no longer considers grades and grade distributions a good means of evaluating student learning outcomes. We, therefore, had to come up with another way to evaluate and understand student achievement. We decided to begin a pilot project consisting of a whole series of embedded assessments. Embedded assessments are used to measure student achievement of specific skills or mastery of specific content at several points during an educational program. We have developed embedded assessments for students enrolled in English composition courses, engineering courses, the building trades, and nursing. The HLC
has reviewed our progress on these assessments and given us some very positive feedback. Apart from our student learning initiatives, the college has determined that a review and update of all security and safety policies and procedures would also benefit our students. With the exception of some scheduled periodic staff training, this project was completed in January of this year. Accountability to the public and our accrediting body also requires that we explore how well we are doing in relation to other community colleges. To meet these demands, we collect and report data to the National Center for Education Statistics. This data is known as IPEDS, which stands for Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. This system collects data from over 6,000 postsecondary institutions across the United States. Comparisons are made between institutions of similar size in a number of areas, including enrollment, tuition rates, graduation rates, expenses, and revenue sources. According to the latest IPEDS reports, tuition rates are lower and graduation rates are higher at GCC than that of our comparison group. In addition, GCC has joined the National Community College Benchmarking Project. The NCCBP provides community colleges with opportunities to report outcome and effectiveness data in critical performance areas, receive reports of benchmarks, and compare results with those of the 268 other participating community colleges from across the United States. These studies and more, including reports on workplace satisfaction, the college’s financial audit, enrollment, the economic contribution of GCC to the community, and our Systems Portfolio, can be found at gogebic.edu/AQIP/2010/index. Accountability isn’t always the most exciting of topics to discuss. However, accountability processes ensure that we are doing what is necessary for success.
10
G
PROGRESS 2011
THE DAILY GLOBE
Community involvement: An asset to instruction By MARIA SOKOL Anatomy Instructor at GCC
If you’ve ever had the opportunity to meet Mike and Cecilia Pisco, it would be difficult to imagine leaving that encounter without a huge smile on your face. When you visit their shop in North Ironwood, you are reminded of the genuine, hardworking individuals that are so typical of the people in this area. Three years ago, we were trying to think of ways to improve the quality of our anatomy labs, but the challenge was coming up with methods and materials that were feasible with the limitations in these tough economic times. That’s where our partnership with Piscos began. Mike and Cecilia generously agreed to provide us with fresh specimens from their thriving meat processing business. Since then, we have had the luxury of being able to allow our students to dissect and study an abundant supply of specimens including heart, kidneys, lungs and eyes taken
from beef, sheep and swine. Sometimes the biggest challenge is finding enough storage space to accommodate the large quantities that we obtain. In the Math/Science Department, our ongoing goal is to use the lab environment to correlate and cement the information we provide students during lectures. For example, through our collaboration with Piscos, we are able to have two- to threestudents do a dissection on a beef heart that is four to five times larger than anything preserved we could obtain through a biological supply company. In an anatomy class of 60 to 70 students, that hands-on experience is vital to providing the highest quality learning experience available. Mike and Cecilia’s continued generosity, enthusiasm and support of our program at GCC is invaluable. The Piscos have proved that the encouragement and cooperation of our community is the lifeline that keeps Gogebic Community College successful and thriving.
Meet the senator
GCC photo
Before, between, or after classes, the lounge in the Lindquist Student Center is a hub of activity for students at Gogebic Community College. Whether it is to study, grab lunch from the snack bar, or to catch up with friends, students of all ages congregate on a daily basis in the popular meeting place.
College to host Science FUNday April 28 The Math and Science Division of Gogebic Community College is once again holding its Science FUNday. All area sixth and seventh graders are invited to the Linquist Center Gymnasium on Thursday, April 28, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. for math and science experiments, activities and demonstrations.
College students in various math and science classes will be deciding the “what” and “how” of the actual activities for that day, so it’s sure to be interesting for everyone involved. The first GCC Science FUNday, held in the spring of 2009, was a great success with upwards of 500 area middle
school students enjoying over 30 different science and math related activities. The faculty and students of Gogebic Community College are all looking forward to hosting area sixth and seventh graders once again for this exciting and educational spring event.
COLLEGE GOAL SUNDAY Sunday, February 13, 2011 2-4:00 p.m. Room B-111 in the Solin Business Ctr at GCC
Get free on-site professional assistance filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal
Student Aid) form. Please visit www.micollegegoal.org to see all the information you should bring with you to complete the FAFSA. GCC photo
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, D-Michigan, (left) talks with Gogebic Community College student Stevie Bell from Watersmeet. Stabenow visited Ironwood and held a forum on the GCC campus this fall. Bell has recently received further correspondence from Stabenow on issues they discussed during the visit.
Register for prizes including a scholarship!
PROGRESS 2011 G 11
THE DAILY GLOBE
Business students tackle stock market By BETH STEIGER GCC Business Instructor
Gogebic Community College students who register for the Introduction to Business class may think they are in for a boring class with a smattering of general business concepts to start them in their business programs. Little do they know that they are about to embark on a fun way to learn about business, and also play a game — a stock market game. During the semester, students compete in a virtual stock market trading simulation, whereby the student who earns the most profits is the winner. Every student is given a starting balance of $500,000 in his or her trading account, which they are required to invest in publicly traded company stocks. Each student’s portfolio is measured against their classmates for the highest overall market value. Students are able to log into their virtual account and trade as often as they choose. A few students have even gotten so hooked they are following their stock picks on their smart phones. Additionally, students form groups and select one company to research indepth to learn more about company strategies, management teams, marketing tactics, new products and financial performance. This assignment has been well received by the students because it gives our students some experience picking stocks without the risk of putting their own money into the market. For some students, this experience has gotten them interested in investing personally in the stock market, especially as a long-term retirement option. Each semester, the student with the winning portfolio has managed to earn significant gains. The class has had winners with up to 30 percent gains in their assets values in nine short weeks. Of course for the students who finish at the bottom and suffer asset losses, their lessons might be even more valuable because they learned without having put any of their own personal money at risk.
At the end of their virtual investment game, students come away with valuable knowledge on how our financial markets work. Two quotes from previous students: “I thought that the stock market game was an excellent tool for us to learn what investing is really about. I definitely learned that no matter how
much you look into a stock, or what the experts tell you to invest in, it is always a gamble. Especially with today’s market, I’m glad to have the experience and I plan to keep ‘fake investing’ so that I can continue to learn more about it.” “It was a lot of fun to participate in the game. I became hooked at checking
my stocks. If only I could have found ones that would have paid out. I think I bought and sold at the wrong times. But it is interesting that no matter how much you do to check and buy according to predictions, it doesn’t work. And it is amazing how quickly things can change. I am just glad that I didn’t lose all the money given to me.”
GCC Entrepreneurial Center for Collaboration, Innovation and Development offers much By BETH STEIGER Business Instructor and KEN TRZASKA Dean of Instruction
The efforts behind the Gogebic Community College Entrepreneurial Center for Collaboration, Innovation and Development are continuing this spring starting with a lunch series of learning topics in the coming months. The lunch series are twohour information sessions. Last year’s sessions were well attended and received. Sessions
are open to anyone from the community. Upcoming dates and topics include: Tuesday, Feb. 8: Ready, Set, Go — Resume Building to the Job Interview Tuesday, Feb. 22: Advanced excel skills Tuesday, Feb. 22: Basic computer skills Tuesday, March 8: Conflict resolution in the office Tuesday, April 5: Presentation skills in a flash Tuesday, May 3: Customer service skills
Lunch and learning training sessions will be hosted for two hours beginning at 11:30 a.m. on the scheduled date. The cost to attend these sessions is $39 for the soft skill courses and $49 for the technical courses. Registration fee includes applicable training materials and lunch for the participants. For further information and registration materials, please email your request to ECIDcourses@gogebic.edu Additionally, the Center is gearing up to host a Spring Opportunity Bounce Competi-
tion. The scheduled event date is Thursday, April 14, at 6 p.m. This will be an opportunity to share creative and innovative ideas to the audience and a panel of judges. The goal of this event will be to begin a collaborative network between the participants, the college, and area business leaders. Winners will be selected based on the creativity their idea, the quality of their presentations and the feasibility of their idea. This event will be open to the high school students, college students and the general pub-
lic. Winners have the opportunity to earn monetary prize money and college scholarships. Look for more details in the coming months! The mission of the ECID is to create an environment that supports the development of entrepreneurs and innovators, create new opportunities for collaboration among students, business and industry, as well as link college activities to industry trends to support the skill development needs in local community.
12
G
PROGRESS 2011
THE DAILY GLOBE
Success Starts Here . . . Call Us Today to Get Started.
932.4231
or visit www.gogebic.edu ASSOCIATE DEGREE OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAMS • Accounting • Accounting/Computer Info. Technology • Applied Management • Associate Degree Nursing (RN) • Construction Technology • Computer Game Design
• General Business • Graphic Communications • EMS-Paramedic • Ski Area Management • Computer Aided Drafting & Design • Entrepreneurship
ASSOCIATE DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAMS • Business Administration • Physics • Biology • Veterinary Medicine • Chemistry • Art • Computer Science • Liberal Arts • Early Childhood Education • Dentistry • Engineering • Elementary Education • History • Mathematics • Paraprofessional in Education • Medical Technology • Medical Records Administration • Secondary Education • Medicine • Special Education • Mortuary Science • Criminal Justice • Natural Resources • Law • Optometry • Psychology • Pharmacy • Social Work • Physical Therapy • Sociology
• Automotive Technology • Computer Information Tech. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS • Applied Management • Automotive Technology • Building Trades • Child Care • Corrections Officer • Cosmetology • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) • General Business • Medical Coding/Billing Specialist • Nursing – LPN • Utility Technician • Web Programming
Get a Jump on Your Future . . .