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April 1, 2011

SPOON RIVER COLLEGE

Community Outreach News Canton

Havana

Macomb

COMMUNITY JOB FAIR Canton-Spoon River College, Fulton and Mason County Career Link Offices, Parlin-Ingersoll Library and the YWCA Women’s and Girl’s Empowerment Center are teaming up to host a Job Fair on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 from 1-4 p.m. The event will be held at the Parlin-Ingersoll Library at 205 W. Chestnut Street in Canton. Approximately 10-15 employers from the Central Illinois area will be on site to meet and speak with prospective candidates. Members of the community, as well as students and alumni from Spoon River College and other area colleges and universities, are encouraged to attend.

Andrea Barbknecht, from the SRC Employability Skills Center, recommends that anyone who may be seeking a job or considering a job change in the near future attend the fair. “This is an excellent opportunity for prospective employees to see what career opportunities are available in this area,” says Barbknecht. “There will be employers from many different lines of employment present.”

The Job Fair will be the first location where those interested in employment at the Canton Harvester Inn may obtain applications and speak with hotel representatives.

Patricia Clark, from the YWCA Women’s and Girl’s Empowerment Center, recommends that the best way to take advantage of the Job Fair is to be prepared. “Bring copies of your resume, dress neatly and professionally, and carry a notebook and pen. Think about how you will introduce yourself.”

In preparation for the Job Fair, The SRC Office of Community Outreach will host a FREE workshop on “How to Attend a Job Fair” on Monday, April 11th from 3-4 p.m. at the Outreach Center, 45 E. Side Square, Suite 302 in Canton. Please call 647-6260 with questions. The YWCA Women’s and Girl’s Empowerment Center will host a Pre-Job Fair Career Clothing Get-It-Together on Wednesday, April 20th from 1-5 p.m. at the Empowerment Center, 122 N Ave A in Canton. Participants can pick out a full interview outfit, including shoes, jewelry, purse, etc.

If you are an employer and would like to have a booth at the fair, need additional information, or need special accommodations to attend, please contact SRC’s Brandi Ketcham at (309) 649-6324 or Andrea Barbknecht at (309) 647-6260.

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Business Solutions & Training page 02 Career Exploration & Training pages 02-03 Foundation & Alumni News page 03 Online Education page 04 Personal Development & Interests page 05 Professional Development & Licensure page 06 Retirees & Plus 50 Programs page 07 Technology & Computer Skills pages 08-10 Youth Education page 10 Contact Information page 11 The Office of Community Outreach supports Canton High School’s Making Wise Choices Program.

April/May Theme:

“Make Wise Choices to avoid child abuse and alcohol use.”

Announcements: • NEW “Green” classes are now available

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through a partnership with UGotClass.

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Mark your calendars for Summer Youth programs. See page 10 for dates...

Coming soon… SRC’s website will have a new look...

Check out page 3 to learn about the certificate programs we have available…

The SRC Foundation Golf Outing has been scheduled for August 12, 2011...

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS & TRAINING ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOP “Be Your Own Boss” This is ideal for someone considering starting a small business or for new small business owners. Topics to be discussed include: The Business Plan, Business Law, Financing, Marketing and Technology, and Human Resources. A luncheon presentation titled “Before I Had Started My Business I Sure Wish I Would Have Known…” will be featured. A keynote panel of local business owners and successful entrepreneurs will also be included so that participants can hear from individuals that have successfully started and currently manage their own business. This event is co-sponsored by the Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach and Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development. Fee: $15 • Canton, Spoon River College Engle Conference Center (VSK290A1) Friday, April 8, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

BOARD MEMBER TRAINING If you serve on a Board of Directors or serve as the Executive Director of a Nonprofit organization, this will be a great training opportunity for you! Topics include: Board Responsibilities; Mission, Purposes & Planning; Selecting, Supporting & Evaluating Chief Executives; Financial & Fundraising; Legal & Ethical Integrity; and Public Standing & Media. Fee: $20 • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE874M1) Thursday, April 14, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

PARTNER WITH SPOON RIVER COLLEGE Our commitment to providing a total training solution means we'll partner with you to create customized programs that are central to your company's success. This includes specialized curriculums, flexible class schedules, and options such as web-based and computer-based training. The Office of Community Outreach is truly committed to creating partnerships with business and industry and other public agencies. By working cooperatively with business and industry we can jointly address many of the workforce and training needs of the region and community. Ask us about training opportunities. We have state-of-the art facilities available or we can provide training on-site “at your place.” We have worked with hundreds of businesses and institutions to design a program to meet specific needs. Some of our clients are Pella Corporation, MidAmerica National Bank, Graham Hospital, McDonough District Hospital, state and local agencies, and many more. Some of our topics have included Team Building, Leadership, Diversity Training, Microsoft Excel, and more.

Our services to you include: • Meeting with your business representatives to determine your exact needs -Locating the best possible facilitator for your training • Designing a curriculum and presentation method best suited to your needs -Scheduling the best time and location for your training • Using the latest technologies to enhance the instruction • Delivering a complete package of training • Offering the best economical pricing for the highest quality of instruction NO CHALLENGE IS TOO DIFFICULT. Contact us and let us help you make your business the best it can be.

Julie Seeley (Canton/Havana Communities) julie.seeley@src.edu Ashley Riggins (Macomb/Rushville Communities) ashley.riggins@src.edu

CAREER EXPLORATION AND TRAINING JOB FAIR Spoon River College, Fulton and Mason County Career Link Offices, Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach, Parlin-Ingersoll Library and the YWCA Women’s and Girl’s Empowerment Center are teaming up to host a Job Fair on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 from 1:00 P.M.- 4:00 P.M. See Page 1 for more information.

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS CENTERS The Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach Employability Skills Centers are now open! Services at the Centers include career exploration, interest profiling, technology skill enhancement, resume writing, interview skills, and job search, which includes researching job demand and income potential in regions of Illinois. A variety of resources will be utilized at the Centers including Illinois WorkNet, ACT WorkKeys, Key Train and Career Ready 101, face to face soft skill training, ED2GO internet-based short-term classes, and Microsoft Office software classes. A Digital Divide grant from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity allows SRC to offer these free or low cost resources and re-training opportunities to residents of all age and work groups within the college district. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. For further information or to request specific training, please contact Andrea Barbknecht, Community Outreach Technology Coordinator, at 309-647-5886 or andrea.freitag@src.edu.

• Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Open first & third Wednesday of each month, 1-4 p.m.

• Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Open first & third Tuesday of each month, 9 a.m.-Noon • Havana, Spoon River College Open first & third Friday of each month, by appointment • Rushville, Spoon River College Open second & fourth Friday of each month, by appointment

Learn More About Our Programs… Visit Us on the Web! www.src.edu/outreach

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

HUMAN RESOURCE CERTIFICATE Spoon River College is proud to offer this nationally recognized American Management Association program. To receive the AMA Certificate in Human Resources, you must complete six AMA specific courses within a recommended 18 months. This is a self study program. Each course has a fee of $150. The six courses include: Fundamentals of Human Resources; Successful Interviewing; How to Manage Conflict in the Organization; Fair, Square and Legal; and A Manager’s Guide to Human Behavior. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP CERTIFICATE This certificate program is ideal for the current small business owner or anyone considering a business venture. To receive this certificate you must complete six of the nine courses available in this program within a recommended 18 months. This is an online program. Each course has a fee of $89. The nine courses available in this program are: Start Your Own Small Business; Creating a Successful Business Plan; QuickBooks 2010; Understanding the Human Resource Function; Fundamentals of Supervision and Management; Managing Customer Service; Marketing Your Business on the Internet; Business Law for the Small Business Owner; and Computer Skills in the Workplace. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

GERONTOLOGY CERTIFICATE This certificate program is designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who work with older adults. To received this certificate you must complete ten course topics within six weeks. This is an online program. A fee of $200 includes all ten topics. The ten topics available in this program are: Introduction to Gerontology; Physiology of Aging; Mental Health and Aging; Healthy Aging; Pain Assessment & Management in the Older Adult; Death and Dying; Sleep and Aging; The Older Woman; Elder Abuse; and Aging and Disorders of Communication. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE Spoon River College is thrilled to offer you this Microsoft Technology Certificate Program. This program is excellent for those that would like to develop or enhance their skills in Microsoft Office. To receive this certificate you must complete six of the ten courses available in the program within a recommended 18 months. This is an online/hybrid course. Each course has a fee of $89. The ten courses available in this program are: Introduction to Microsoft Access 2007; Intermediate Microsoft access 2007; Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2007; Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; Intermediate Microsoft Word 2007; Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007, Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2007; Advanced Microsoft Excel 2007; Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2007; and Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2007. If you have questions or want to get started in this program, please contact the Office of Community Outreach in Macomb at 309-833-6031 or email ashley.riggins@src.edu.

FOUNDATION & ALUMNI NEWS PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION The Spoon River College Foundation will honor donors at the annual President’s Reception on Thursday, April 28 from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Conference Center at the Spoon River College Canton Campus. This event will feature the recognition of those receiving scholarships, recognition of retiring Foundation Board Members, a short program featuring the SRC Community Chorus, and those who will be placed or elevated on the Foundation’s Giving Society’s Donor Wall of Honor will be recognized during this program. The public is invited to attend but reservations are required by calling (309) 647-6260.

To learn more about the Spoon River College Foundation, visit the organization’s website at www.src.edu/foundation or contact Emily Gillett at emily.gillett@src.edu or (309) 833-6039.

ALUMNI AWARDS The Spoon River College Alumni Association is now taking alumni award nominations. The categories are listed below. If you would like to submit a nomination please email Denny Dalmasso at dennyd53@hotmail.com. Please include nominee name, description of their accomplishments, contributions, etc. All nominees will be reviewed by the SRC Alumni Association Board of Directors. Nominations must be received by noon, April 29, 2011. Award recipients will be recognized at the Alumni Awards Reception on Saturday, October 8, 2011.

Distinguished Alumni Award – This award is given to the alumna or alumnus who has reached the pinnacle of her/his professional career. Their achievements should be those gaining at least state-wide recognition.

Alumni Achievement Awards – These awards are given to alumni as they progress up the “success” ladder. The achievement should have gained at least county-wide recognition. Achievement winners may receive more than one achievement award in their lifetime and could receive the Distinguished Alumni award in later years.

Outstanding Service Award - These awards may be given to alumni who have made significant voluntary contributions to mankind in general and/or to the college. Persons other than alumni but who have had affiliation with the college will be considered.

Distinguished Spoon River College Employee Award – This award is given to someone who was previously employed by Spoon River College. This award is based upon the individual’s significant contributions to Spoon River College, its students, and the community. This award was first given out in 2007.

See page 11 for the Office of Community Outreach contact information!

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

ONLINE EDUCATION GREEN BUILDINGS & PREPARING FOR THE LEED GREEN ASSOCIATE EXAM Get the knowledge to excel as a green professional in the new economy. Acquire an introduction to sustainability and how it lays the foundation for a deeper understanding of the green building process. Participants who successfully complete this course are eligible and prepared to sit for the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate exam. This class is for anyone who wants more than a basic understanding of sustainability and green building concepts, including those with a stake in their company's building practices, those directly involved in green building projects, and those pursuing the LEED Green Associate professional accreditation. LEED is a third-party certification program and nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Fee: $695 • Online Course, UGotClass Instructors are LEED Faculty with the U.S. Green Building Council Choose Your Dates (June 6-July 31 or Sept. 6-Oct. 28) Class runs for 2 months!

Enroll today by emailing your interest to velvet.powell@src.edu *NEW* GREEN WORKPLACE A greener workplace can provide substantial benefits to your organization’s triple bottom line – people, planet and profits. By reducing the energy intensity of their buildings and materials demand and waste, green workplaces can save money and reduce their impact on the environment. Come discover the keys to making green workplaces a success for you and your organization. This course is suitable for those new to green workplaces or already working in a green space and interested in enhancing their knowledge of what makes it a green space. Includes a green workplace toolkit. Fee: $195 • Online Course, Instructed by Pepper Smith & Kelly Gearhart of UGotClass Choose Your Dates (June 6-July 1 or Sept. 6-30) Class runs for 1 month!

Enroll today by emailing your interest to velvet.powell@src.edu KEYBOARDING Using the computer software program FasType for Windows, you will learn the basic skills of touch-typing. If you already know how to type, this course will help you improve your typing speed and accuracy. When you are finished with the course, continue to use FasType for Windows to improve your keyboarding skills with its intermediate and advanced lessons. Fee: $89 • Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (April 20, May 18, June 15) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver SMALL BUSINESS MARKETING ON A SHOESTRING Students will build their own customized marketing plans step-by-step as they discover how to attract their target audiences, entice customers to buy their products or services, and keep buyers coming back for more. In addition, they'll learn how to generate referrals, evaluate tactics, track their results, and continually improve their marketing strategies. Fee: $89 • Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (April 20, May 18, June 15) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver A TO Z GRANT WRITING A to Z Grant Writing is an invigorating and informative course that will equip you with the skills and tools you need to enter the exciting field of grant writing! You'll learn how to raise needed funds by discovering how and where to look for potential funders who are a good match for your organization. You'll also learn how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders, how to organize a successful grant-writing campaign, and how to put together a complete proposal package. Fee: $89 • Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (April 20, May 18, June 15) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver SPEED SPANISH This powerful course teaches six easy recipes you can use to glue Spanish words together into sentences. With the powerful methods taught in this course, you'll be able to engage in conversational Spanish in no time. ¡Qué Bueno! Fee: $89 • Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (April 20, May 18, June 15) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver WRITE YOUR LIFE STORY It’s time to write it so you can tell history, share your secrets and successes, and better understand yourself. Learn what it takes to write essays, a legacy letter (sometimes called an ethical will), a memoir, an autobiography or the story of a loved one’s life in simple, easy steps that will get you ready for whatever you want to tell. It’s fun, it’s exciting and it’s your truth.

The step-by-step process begins with capturing ideas and ends by providing all the tools to tell the stories in your life. Fee: $89 • Online Course, Instructed by Education To Go Staff Choose a Start Date (April 20, May 18, June 15) Class runs for 6 weeks!

Enroll today at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver ONLINE COURSES Over 300 courses are available online with our partnership with Education To Go (Ed2Go), we offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. All courses run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. A certificate of completion is given after completing each class. Ready to take an online course? Check out our listing of classes at www.ed2go.com/spoonriver.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND INTERESTS TUESDAY NIGHT SERIES IN CANTON Join us for one topic or all! Each class in this series will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the Spoon River College Community Outreach Center located at 45 E. Side Square, Suite 302 in Canton (unless otherwise noted). The fee for each class is only $8. Topic details include: • Eight Seconds in Dallas—The Kennedy Assassination: The circumstances surrounding the assassination of John F. Kennedy are still the subject of debate nearly fifty years after that fateful day on November 22, 1963. Join Gary Schindler to explore the key pieces of evidence associated with the death of our 35th president. Various conspiracy theories as well as the Zapruder film will be examined. Tuesday, April 5, 6-8 p.m. (CE017G1) • Your Personal Past: Want to Know Where you Came From? Begin your family journey to research your roots! Learn how to use strategies such as interviews, photo albums, court records, Internet searches, and more! Dave Barbknecht will help you start putting your family tree together for yourself and future generations! Tuesday, April 12, 6-8 p.m. (CE119G1) • Floral Creations: Learn how to create beautiful and unique floral arrangements for the seasons! Our April “make-and-take” class will focus on spring and the Easter holiday. Join Chad Leitschuh and have some fun creating spectacular centerpieces for the home! There is an additional materials fee of $25 for this class. Tuesday, April 19, 6-8 p.m. (CE035G1) • A Brief History of Jazz: Jazz has been called “America’s music.” This class will be a historical review of jazz styles from Ragtime to Be Bop. Major artists will be explored and classic jazz recordings will be featured. Class is facilitated by Gary Schindler. Tuesday, April 26, 6-8 p.m. (CE081G1) TUESDAY NIGHT PERSONAL FINANCE SERIES IN MACOMB What are your financial goals? Where does all your money go? How can you plan better for your future? This series can help you set and reach your financial goals! Topics include financial planning, budgeting, banking, investing, buying a home, saving, insurance, and more… Join us for one topic or all! The classes will meet on Tuesday evenings in April from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Spoon River College Community Outreach Center located at 2500 E. Jackson St. Macomb. There are no fees to attend, but registration will be required. Fee: Free • Budgeting Basics Join this session to learn about the most fundamental personal money management technique-budgeting.

From “paying yourself first” to creating a “snowball” debt payment plan, our speaker will have you leaving confident about how to properly budget based on your specific wants and needs. Presenter Rick Klinedinst of MidAmerica National Bank. Tuesday, April 5, 6:30-8 p.m. (CE103N1) • Home Buying Fundamentals This session will be an in-depth discussion about how to navigate the entire home buying process from start to finish, including how to prepare, various financing options, and specific dos and don’ts when dealing with real estate. Presenter Scott Parke of State Bank of Industry. Tuesday, April 12, 6:30-8 p.m. (CE103N2) • Insurance 101 During this session our presenter will make it simple to understand how to stretch your insurance dollars by only paying for the coverage you need. Learn what policies everyone should consider, which ones to avoid at all costs, and why insurance can be your best friend. Our speaker has 15 years of experience in helping clients comprehend the complicated world of insurance. Presenter Beau Ingledue with Purdum Gray Ingledue, Inc. Tuesday, April 19, 6:30-8 p.m. (CE103N3) HISTORIC PRESERVATION SERIES This series will be held at the Spoon River College Canton Campus.

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Basic Preservation (Friday, June 3, 8 a.m.-Noon) This workshop reviews the basic definitions and procedures to help historic preservation groups achieve their goals and understand the various tools available to preserve the historic resources in our communities.

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How to Complete a Community Design Assessment (Friday, July 15, 8 a.m.-Noon) This workshop outlines the necessary steps in conducting community design assessments.

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American Architectural Style (Friday, September 23, 8 a.m.-Noon) Participants will learn the varying styles of architecture within the community. The workshop will include a walking tour of Canton.

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The Economics of Historic Preservation (Friday, October 14, 8 a.m.-Noon) Historic Preservation can have a positive impact on downtown revitalization, neighborhoods, & tourism. An overview of historic preservation as an economic development tool will be conducted.

A certificate of completion will be provided to each participant taking a Community Education Course. How will this benefit you? *Shows Commitment to Learning *Adds Credibility *Recognizes Professional Skills

Can’t make it in person?

Try instructor facilitated, online learning through Spoon River College!

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & LICENSURE FOOD SERVICE EDUCATION Spoon River College in partnership with Insightful Food Safety offers a 15-hour food service sanitation course and a 5-hour refresher course to those in the district seeking licensing in food service. The Illinois State Department of Public Health Food Service Sanitation Code requires all establishments that serve food must complete a 15-hour certification class.

These courses are held at the Spoon River College Community Outreach Centers located at 45 E. Side Square, Ste 302, in Canton or 2500 E. Jackson St. in Macomb. Courses are instructed by Wanda Adkins of Insightful Food Safety. Call Spoon River College to register at (309) 647-6260, (309) 833-6031 or call Insightful Food Safety at (309) 837-5158.

INSIGHTFUL FOOD SAFETY IS ALSO OFFERING: 15 Hour Food Service Sanitation

• April 12 & 13 (Quincy) • April 18 & 19 (Galesburg) • April 20 & 21 (Peoria) • May 16 & 17 (Galesburg) • May 18 & 19 (Peoria) FOOD SERVICE SANITATION Students seeking certification in food service sanitation will learn • May 23 & 24 (Springfield) food service operation and prepare for the State Examination required by law. Areas of study include • May 25 & 26 (Quincy) how to properly prepare food, required sanitation procedures and the requirements which restaurants 5 Hour Food Service Recertification must fulfill to meet State Health Codes. Fee: $99 payable to Insightful Food Safety (includes manual). Refreshers are held on day two of the 15 Hour Course.

• Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085F2) Mon/Tues, April 4 & 5, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Visit www.insightfulfoodsafety.com or call 309-837-5158 for details.

• Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085M3) “Not affiliated with SRC” Mon/Tues, May 2 & 3, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085F1) Mon/Tues, June 6 & 7, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK085M1) Wed/Thurs, June 15 & 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

FOOD SERVICE SANITATION RECERTIFICATION Due to changes in the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Code, certified food service sanitation managers are required to attend food safety training with a minimum of 5 hours of instruction or will be required to complete are-certification exam to be eligible for re-certification. This class meets the state guidelines. All participants are required to bring a photo I.D. and copy of FSSMC certificate. Fee: $65 payable to Insightful Food Safety.

• Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015F2) Tuesday, April 5, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015M3) Tuesday, May 3, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015F1) Tuesday, June 7, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CEU015M1) Thursday, June 16, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

NCLEX REVIEW-RN STUDENTS This review course for RN students is provided by KAPLAN Nursing. The course includes: 30 hours of guided review of exam-style questions, 3 months access to the Online Study Center, The Question Trainer with over 1,000 questions divided into 7 practice tests, The Course Book, NCLEX-RN® Qbank with over 1,200 exam-style questions, and Access to over 3,000 total exam-style questions. Fee: $389 • Canton, Spoon River College Conference Center (VSK208A1) May 23-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Instructor: KAPLAN Nursing Staff NURSING STUDENT SUCCESS Spoon River College Nursing Student Success course is designed for incoming Nursing Students to cover a range of topics, including but not limited to: Math review necessary for drug calculations, APA format for writing papers, test taking skills, study hints, and organizational skills. This class will meet for 6 days and is an ideal way for incoming nursing students to start off on the right track! This course is being offered via Interactive Video at the Macomb, Rushville, and Havana sites.

Instructors will be present at the Canton campus. Instructors: Tamatha Schleich and Penny Cozart. Fee: $75 • M/T/Th, July 25-August 4, 8:30a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Canton, Spoon River College, Room T109 (VSK208O1) Macomb, Spoon River College, Room G6 (VSK208O2) Rushville, Spoon River College, Room 117 (VSK208O3) Havana, Spoon River College, Room 113 (VSK208O4) PARAPROFESSIONAL CLASS This class has been designed to prepare participants for taking the paraprofessional exam. The class covers the following modules: Reading, Writing, Math, and Test-taking Strategies. Fee: $100 • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK832G1) Dates TBA Summer 2011 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Instructor: Barb Carpenter PARAPROFESSIONAL EXAM The Fulton-Schuyler Regional Office of Education has scheduled the following exam dates. A fee of $50 will be collected prior to the examination (CASH only).

• Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center Thursday, May 26, 1-4 p.m.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

RETIREES & PLUS 50 PROGRAMS RETIREES LEADING ACADEMY (RLA) The RLA is a program developed for retirees. This project will: Provide participants with the resources needed to enhance leadership, technology, lobbying, and volunteer/employment skills; Develop retirees who will lead other retirees; Create outreach programs resulting from the academies that will be researched, developed, and implemented by graduates; and make direct contact with other retirees to build and grow programs. There is no fee to attend this academy but seating is limited so registration is required. Fee: No Charge • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK241F1) Thursdays, April 7-May 19, 9 a.m.-Noon RETIREMENT LEARNING INSTITUTE Mark your calendar to attend a Retirement Learning Institute. Those ages 50 and older are invited to sign up! This event will be an exciting time for retirees to come together, to share with friends, and to learn something new. The day will feature educational sessions, resource fair, luncheon, prizes and more!

• Havana, Spoon River College (CE093K1) A fun-filled day Friday, April 29, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fee: $15 (includes Resource Fair and Lunch) FOR those 50+ BY those 50+ Join us for a day of fun and education!

Topics include: Side By Side By Sondheim, Asian Carp, Safe Travel, A Brief History of Jazz, Your Legacy, Mahomet Aquifer, Zumba Gold, &Technology • Macomb, Spoon River College (CE093M1) Mark your calendar for Friday, November 4th More information to come!

50+ COMPUTER SKILLS FOR THE NOVICE This class is just for those age 50+ and will teach computer basics such as using the mouse and starting up/shutting down. Learn how your computer is organized, how to create files and folders, and gain tips that will make you less hesitant about technology. Class consists of approximately 2 hours instructional time followed by optional lab time.

Fee: FREE (must be 50+) • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE895M2) Wednesday, April 13, 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE895F2) Thursday, April 14, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Jenny Collins 50+ FINDING INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET The Internet is full of resources, but where do you start? If you are age 50+, this class is for you. Learn how to search to find the information you need online... it’s at your fingertips! Get all of your questions answered and the help you need at an unhurried pace. Class consists of approximately 2 hours instructional time followed by optional lab time. Fee: FREE (must be 50+) • Havana, Spoon River College (CE888K2) Friday, April 1, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Rushville, Spoon River College (CE888Q2) Friday, May 13, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE888M2) Wednesday, April 20, 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE888F2) Thursday, April 21, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Jenny Collins 50+ EMAILING MADE EASY Staying in touch with family and friends is important and using email is the key. If you are age 50+, join us for help in creating a new email account or gain tips on how to use your existing one. You’ll learn how to compose, send, reply, and forward email at a slow, comfortable pace. Class consists of approximately 2 hours instructional time followed by optional lab time. Fee: FREE (must be 50+) • Havana, Spoon River College (CE858K2) Friday, April 15, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Rushville, Spoon River College (CE858Q2) Friday, May 27, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE858M2) Wednesday, April 27, 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE858F2) Thursday, April 28, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Jenny Collins

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Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTER SKILLS MICROSOFT WORD 2007 LEVEL I In this course, you will gain the skills to create and edit word processing documents. Topics include formatting and selecting text; using cut, copy, and paste; using the spell check and thesaurus; inserting clip art and word art; aligning and indenting text; creating columns, borders, headers, and footers; creating labels and envelopes by using a mail merge; and much more! Fee: $20 • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE850F1) Tuesday, May 3, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE850M1) Wednesday, May 4, 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Havana, Spoon River College (CE850K1) Friday, May 6, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht MICROSOFT EXCEL 2007 LEVEL I Topics include selecting cells, using the fill handle and moving cell contents; basic formulas; formatting cells; charting; relative and absolute cell referencing; performing calculations between worksheets; freezing panes; filtering; using Word to create a mail merge for labels and envelopes, and more! Fee: $20 • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE852F1) Tuesday, May 17, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE852M1) Wednesday, May 18, 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Havana, Spoon River College (CE852K1) Friday, May 20, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht MICROSOFT EXCEL 2007 LEVEL II If you know the basics of Excel, learn more about creating formulas, using functions, making charts, working with multiple worksheets…and much more! Bring your questions! Fee: $20 • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE853N1) Thursday, June 9, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Ashley Riggins MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 2007 Use PowerPoint to share information with an audience in a visual manner. Create professional slideshows using colorful themes, animations, graphics, and text, customized to serve your needs! Fee: $20 • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE856M1) Wednesday, May 11, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE856F1) Thursday, May 12, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht MICROSOFT PUBLISHER 2007 Use Publisher to create professional-looking marketing and informational materials. You’ll learn how to use this software to create your own brochures, flyers, invitations, business cards… and more! Fee: $20 • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE847M1) Wednesday, May 25, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE847F1) Thursday, May 26, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Andrea Barbknecht INTRODUCTION TO QUICKBOOKS This course is for someone who is considering purchasing the software or for the user who has very little or no experience with QuickBooks whatsoever. In this class, the participant will set up a company profile; enter and track receipts and expenses; manage and reconcile bank accounts; and print and customize reports. Basic technology skills are required. Class size is limited. Fee: $40 • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (VSK855N1) Tuesdays, April 19-May 10 (4 days), 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Instructor: Ashley Riggins

Our mission is to positively impact the communities we serve through offerings, partnerships, projects, new opportunities, and leadership.

Continuing education units available.

If interested, please mention CPDUs when registering for courses.

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Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

SOCIAL NETWORKING FOR YOUR BUSINESS This class is designed for business owners that are interested in learning how to utilize Facebook to benefit their business as a part of their marketing strategy. Learn why social media matters, fundamental rules and principles, tips, and ways to promote your page. Class includes hands-on exploration and discussion of Facebook. With over 500 million users and growing Facebook is sure to be a key component of your marketing plan of the future. Fee: $20 • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE889N1) Tuesday, April 5, 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Ashley Riggins • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE889G2) Wednesday, May 18, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Ashley Riggins BASICS OF SELLING ON EBAY Would you like to try your hand at selling on eBay but don’t know where to begin? This class will show you exactly how to get started! Learn things like how to open a seller account, how to determine value and pricing for your items, how to improve your listings with effective descriptions and photographs, how to open a PayPal account, and how to monitor your listings and complete transactions. Fee: $20 (An optional eBay manual is available from instructor at class for an additional $20) • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE874N1) Tuesdays, April 5 & 12, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Denise Coleman • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE874G2) Tuesdays, May 17 & 24, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Denise Coleman PC MAINTENANCE “CLEANING AND COMPONENTS” In this informative session you will learn a variety of ways to increase the performance of your PC. Topics include: how to clean your computer internally and externally, how to clean your Internet browser and temporary files, basic knowledge of surge protectors, how to empty trash and restore files, how to defragment your hard drive, how to perform disk clean-up, and how to remove unnecessary or unwanted software. Fee: $20 • Rushville, Spoon River College (CE900R1) Wednesday, April 6, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Cynthia Beard PC MAINTENANCE “TWEAKS AND PERFORMANCE” Topics in this session include: how to download and install Spybot software, how to set up or reset computer passwords and log-ins, how to add a printer, how to perform Windows updates, how to set up and use restore points, and how to create back-up files. Also in this course you will gain knowledge on how to install/update antivirus software. Fee: $20 • Rushville, Spoon River College (CE900R2) Wednesday, April 13, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Cynthia Beard POINT AND SHOOT DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY This class is designed for the beginner and the intermediate photographer who uses a point and shoot camera (does not have interchangeable lenses, settings are automatic). Your camera will take fantastic pictures! Now, all you have to do is learn how to use it. The tips and techniques you will learn are easy, quick and will greatly improve your pictures! You will learn how to photograph children, pets, sunsets, landscapes and family events. Please bring your camera, instruction booklet provided with your camera, USB cable, and notebook. Fee: $20 • Upcoming Dates TBA, Call to be put on our waiting list SLR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY This class is designed for the student who uses a Single Lens Reflex (SLR) camera with interchangeable lenses. (This class is NOT designed for the point and shoot cameras.) This class will teach you how to understand all the various settings, including ISO, correct aperture and shutter speed. This is an excellent class for anyone wishing to purchase their first SLR camera, or the beginner using their new camera. If you are interested in learning to take professional photographs, this class might be for you! Fee: $20 • Rushville, Spoon River College (CE893R2) Wednesdays, May 4 & 11, 6-8 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE893N2) Thursdays, May 12 & 19, 6-8 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker • Havana, Spoon River College (CE893H2) Wednesdays, May 18 & 25, 6-8 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE893N1) Thursdays, May 26 & June 2, 6-8 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE893G1) Tuesdays, May 31 & June 7, 6-8 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker

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Community Outreach News Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

ADVANCED SLR DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY This course is an excellent follow up to the SLR Digital Photography basics classes. Aimed at DSLR owner and experienced amateur photographers who enjoy taking pictures but just want to improve their skills. Learning will focus on light metering, seeing the LIGHT in a new way, white balance, correct lenses, and mechanics of taking better pictures. Fee: $20 • Macomb Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE893N2) Thursdays, June 9 & 16, 6-8 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker ADOBE PHOTOSHOP CS4 Learn the secrets of professional image editing.

Basic techniques will be introduced to students using Photoshop CS4. Topics of discussion include: work flow from camera to website/email, color balance, white balance, correct contrast, cropping, fixing red eye, touching up portraits, correcting skin tone and texture, layers, understanding DPI (dots per inch), and printing photos. Digital photography was made for the internet and the digital age. There are literally thousands of things you can do with a photograph. This class will teach you how to make your photos SNAP. Fee: $20 • Canton, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE891G2) Tuesday, May 10, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE891N2) Tuesday, May 17, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker • Macomb, Spoon River College Community Outreach Center (CE891N1) Wednesday, June 1, 6-9 p.m.

Instructor: Bob Coker

Bob Coker has been using digital photography since 1996 and photographing since 1973. Questions for the instructor? Email: bob@cokerphotos.com

YOUTH EDUCATION SUMMER YOUTH Looking for something for your school age child to do this summer? How about sending them to college? SRC will once again be offering summer youth programs. Mark your calendars for the below dates. Flyers and more information will be available soon.

• Canton: June 20-24, 2001 • Havana: June date tba • Rushville: June date tba • Macomb: July 11-14, 2011 We are currently in the planning stages! If you would like to suggest a topic, feel free to facebook us at: www.facebook.com/srccommunityoutreach

SRC COMMUNITY OUTREACH IS NOW ON FACEBOOK Did you know that Facebook has more than 500 million active users? We’ve heard rumor that the number may reach over 600 million in 2011. That is amazing! An active user is considered a person who returns to the site within at least 30 days. Of the 500 million, 50% log on each and every day! Did you know that the average user of Facebook has 130 friends? There are now more than 200 million active users currently accessing Facebook through their mobile devices. We are guessing this trend will be rapidly growing. The average user is connected to 80 community pages, groups and events!

Considering all this data, there is no question why we decided to get on board. As we continue to build our Facebook page we will share information on upcoming classes, discuss hot training topics, have contests and promotions, share pictures, and more. We would love for you to join us on Facebook.

Go “like” us at www.facebook.com/srccommunityoutreach.

Data source: www.facebook.com/facebook Want to learn more about Facebook?

Check out our Social Networking class...details on page 9 of this newsletter.

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To Register, call: Canton (309) 647-6260

Havana (309) 543-4413

Macomb (309) 833-6031

Rushville (217) 322-6060

Meeting & Conference Space for Rent The Spoon River College Macomb Community Outreach Center is excellent for presentations, workshops, meetings, and conferences! The center includes: • 3 presentation classrooms • 2 computer labs (6 station & 16 station) • Large lobby • Full serving kitchen • 300 capacity conference hall • State-of-the-art technology • Plenty of parking For more information about renting our facility visit us online at www.src.edu/outreachfacilities, or call 309-833-6031, or email velvet.powell@src.edu.

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Community Outreach Center-Macomb Comments “Best we have ever used!” (In response to Technology) “I am impressed with the facility.”

Spoon River College Community Outreach Contact Information Reach us at:

Phone: 309-647-6260 309-833-6031

Where will Spoon River Take You? We’re on the Web! www.src.edu/outreach www.src.edu/foundation

CANTON

Carol Davis (309) 647-6395

Christa Ingledue (309) 833-6083

Vice President

Grants Coordinator

Velvet Powell (309) 833-6033

Emily Gillett (309) 833-6039

Director of Community Outreach

Foundation Coordinator

Julie Seeley (309) 647-6368

Lori Murphy (309) 647-6260

CO Coordinator Canton/Havana

Senior Office Assistant

Ashley Riggins (309) 833-6032

Lauren Keithley (309) 833-6031

CO Coordinator Macomb/Rushville

Senior Office Assistant

Andrea Barbknecht (309) 647-5886

Nevy White (309) 833-6097

CO Coordinator Technology

Campus Assistant

MACOMB

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