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Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes in Knott County. Introduction to Computers - Become better acquainted with your computer. In this class you will learn how to properly shut down your computer, hook up a new computer and perform basic internet searches. Learn the basics of computer terminology, including hardware and software possibilities while gaining valuable hands-on experience. Class will be held on Thursdays, August 31, September 7 and 14, from 6-9 p.m. Cost of the class is $63 if prepaid or $70 the day of the class. A book is included in the price of this class. Knott County Interest List - If you are interested in Cake Decorating, we have the class for you. Contact Judy at ext. 73406 for more information. If you are interested in learning more about your cell phone, we have the class for you. In this class you are invited to bring your cell phone so that the instructor can demonstrate the features to you. The class will be held at the Knott County Branch. For more information or to register contact Judy at 785-4114 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73406. CE Classes at the Leslie County Center of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes in Hyden. The classes are: Beginner & Intermediate Piano Lessons - Weekly 30-minute lessons are available for $40 a month. Sarah Susan Morgan is the instructor. Guitar & Drum Lessons - Lin Plant, formerly of Salt Lake City, Utah, is taking students to learn acoustic, electric and bass guitar, and is also offering lessons to learn how to play the drums. Weekly private lessons are $12 for a one-hour session. Lessons are for those ages 8 and up. Self Defense Class - Fast paced, 6 week course beginning Monday, July 17 and ending Monday August 21 at 6 p.m. Classes will be held in the Leslie County Community Development Center Gymnasium, and will be taught by Bryan Roberts from the Silver Dragon Martial Arts Academy. Students will learn techniques of self defense and injury prevention methods along with victim awareness training and rape prevention. Cost of the course is $65, and will be offered to teens and adults only. Loose, comfortable clothing and gym shoes are required. Basic Martial Arts - This is a six-week course beginning Wednesday, July 19 and ending Wednesday, August 23. Classes will be held at the Leslie County Community Development Center Gymnasium from 7-8 p.m. Students will receive one-on-one instruction of basic modern and traditional techniques and methods of Martial Arts. Class is for those 7 years and up. Cost is $75. Instructor Bryan Roberts from the Silver Dragon Martial Arts Academy will be the instructor. Students should wear comfortable, loose clothing and gym shoes. Contact Rhonda at 487-3487 to register or for more information. CE Classes on the Hazard Campus of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes on the Hazard Campus of HCTC. The classes are: Driver’s Ed - Join certified Driver’s Education instructor Kathy Henry in HCTC’s second driver’s education class. This is an intense course that meets the state driver’s education and insurance discount requirements. It includes 30 hours of classroom time, computer simulations, and six hours of individual drive time per student. Class will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays August 8-31, September 5-28 and October 3-19 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. on the Hazard Campus of HCTC. The course is limited to 12 students so register early. Cost is $250. Contact Jennifer at 487-3136 to register. Paramedic Interest List - HCTC is beginning a second 18-month paramedic training program in August 2006. You must be a certified EMT before enrolling in the paramedic class. A date will be set for a class orientation and communicated with those interested. Contact Jennifer at 487-3136 if interested. Martial Arts - Join instructor David Frazier who has over thirty years of experience for Hwa Rang Tae Kwon Do for ages 10 and up. While Hwa Rang Tae Kwon Do is not a sport, students are able to apply for certification with the World Tae Kwon Do Federation which certifies participants for the Olympic Games. Certifications are also available with other Tae Kwon Do, Tang Soo Do, and Hapkido associations. Classes are ongoing in the First Federal Center of HCTC throughout the months of July and August and up through the fall semester if there is enough interest. Cost is $4 per session and sessions begin at 6 p.m. and last until 9 p.m. every Thursday. Contact Jennifer at 487-3136 to register. Genealogy Basics -Have you always wanted to learn more about your heritage? Join instructor Richard Smith as he takes you through how to research your past, including searching on the Internet. He has much information already on many of the families in the local area that can help you in your search. Classes will be held August 8 and 10 from 6–10 p.m. in the First Federal Center of HCTC. Cost is $20. Intermediate Aerobics - Come and get a great 45-minute workout with Karen Smith who teaches a variety of different exercises. Students need to wear comfortable clothing and supportive walking shoes. Cost is $4 per session. Classes will tentatively begin in August at the HCTC First Federal Center. Call Janet at 487-3068 for more information. Contact Jennifer at 487-3136 to register. Emergency Medical Technician -Call Janet at 487-3068 to receive information for the upcoming EMT class tentatively scheduled to start in August. This is a credit class; however, it is not covered by financial aid. CE Classes at the Lees College Campus of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes at the Lees College Campus of HCTC. The classes are: Basic Martial Arts - Join Instructor Bryan Roberts from the Silver Dragon Martial Arts Academy for a six week course on basic martial arts. The course will meet on Mondays, August 20-October 2 from 6-7 p.m. at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. Instructor Bryan Roberts will provide one-on-one instruction in basic modern and traditional techniques and methods of martial arts. The fee for this course is $75, and everyone ages 7 and up is welcome to participate. Students should wear comfortable, loose clothing and gym shoes. Students need to pre-register by calling Laura or Bryan at ext. 73531. Initial Surface Mining Class - HCTC Lees College Campus will be offering a 24-hour initial surface mining class with instructor Frank Winstead. The class will be held August 1, 2, and 3 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. Fee for the class is $50 and pre-payment is required. For more information and to pre-register please contact Laura or Bryan at ext. 73531. Customer Service Basics - Good customer service can be as basic as treating customers as we want to be treated. Of course customers want to deal with knowledgeable people, but beyond that they want to be treated with courtesy, respect, understanding, tolerance, and empathy. This course will cover basic elements of customer service such as communication skills (on the telephone and face to face) and the art of listening. Participants will also discuss how to handle difficult customers and the importance of teamwork. This workshop will be taught by Laura Thomas on Wednesday, August 16, from 1-4 p.m. at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. Fee for the class is $5 and students should call Laura or Bryan to pre-register for this class at ext. 73531. Healthcare Provider CPR - American Heart Instructor Bobby Thorpe will offer CPR for the healthcare provider. The class is designed for individuals who provide healthcare for a variety of settings and offers information on the essentials skills of CPR for the healthcare provider. It is suitable for both certified and non certified personnel. The class will be held on Thursday, August 3 starting at 4 p.m. Fee for the class is $50 and students need to pre-register by calling Laura or Bryan at ext. 73531. All classes will be held at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. For more information, or to register, call 666-7521 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73531. Mining Classes at HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer continuing education mining classes at the Technical Campus of HCTC. HCTC can offer customized training and or retraining for your company. Grant money is available. Contact Frank Winstead, Coal Careers Coordinator at 487-3392 for more information. The classes are: Initial Surface and Underground Mining Classes -HCTC’s Technical Campus offers initial surface and underground mining training. All individuals who work in Kentucky mines must have initial training and pass the state exam in order to obtain their green inexperienced miner card. Our instructors each have over 25 years of mining experience. Contact Donnia at ext. 73037 to get your name on the list for the next classes that will be held in July and August. Both day and night classes will be available. MET, Electrical, and Foreman Classes - HCTC’s Technical Campus offers Mine Electrical, Mine Foreman, and Mine Emergency Technician training. Contact Donnia at ext. 73037 to get your name on the list for the next classes that will be held in July and August. Electrician/Master Electrician CEU’s -An electrician/master electrician class will be held August 12 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Devert Owens Building Multi-Purpose Room on the Hazard Technical Campus with instructor Earnie Miller. Cost of the class is $60. Electrical Contractor CEU’s - Electrical contractor classes will be held August 11 and August 26 in the Devert Owens Building Multi-Purpose Room on the Hazard Technical Campus with instructor Jennifer Chester. You need only register for one date. The class will be a computer class and laptops will be used. Classes last from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. and the cost is $60. For more information contact Donnia at 487-3037, or 800-246-7521, ext. 73037. CE Computer Classes on the Hazard Campus of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education computer classes on the Hazard Campus of HCTC. The classes are: PC Essentials - Get a three-hour computer course and keep the computer at the end of the class. For $295 you can get a refurbished computer complete with Windows Professional and Easy Office Software. A 30–day warranty and free limited tech support is included. Class will be held from 5–8 p.m. including topics of windows and Internet, and pc terminology. You will hook up your system and start it up in class and take it home at the end. Class will be held August 24 in the First Federal Center of HCTC. Introduction to Excel -Introduction to Excel will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 1–17 from 5:30–7 p.m. Topics include basic formulas, charts, and Excel formatting. Cost is $63 including a book. To register, contact Jennifer at 487-3136 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73136. CE Computer Classes at the Lees College Campus of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education computer classes at the Lees College Campus of HCTC. The classes are: Web Page Design - Learn to design a web site for personal or business purposes. We will create a homepage with colors, images, links, and much more! We will also visit web sites that will give you the tools, tips, and tricks to create a successful and rewarding website. This class will be taught by Mike Bryant on Tuesday and Thursday, August 22 and 24, from 6-8 p.m. Participants need to have basic computer skills and be familiar with Windows. Fee for the class is $20. To pre-register, contact Laura or Bryan at 487-3531. Introduction to eBay - Do these sound like items that you have in your home: the fishing reel that you never took out of the box, the bread machine you were sure to use, and the treadmill that is actually a clothes organizer? Wouldn’t it be great to turn these dust collectors into money in your wallet? You can with eBay. Think of it as your own international marketplace that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with no dealer to take away your profits. Take this informative class taught by Bryan Combs to learn more about the online auction website. Participants need to have basic computer knowledge and a valid email address. This class will be taught at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center on Thursday, August 10, from 5-8 p.m. Fee for the class is $10 and pre-registration is required. Call Laura or Bryan at ext. 73531 to register. Introduction to Computers - This class is designed for anyone who wants to learn the computer and has little or no computer experience. You will learn how to use a mouse, understand the interaction between hardware and software, begin using Windows, and other basic computer skills. Join us to learn how to tame one of today’s most powerful tools—the computer. This class will be taught by Mike Bryant on Tuesday and Thursday, August 22 & 24, from 2-4 p.m. at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. Fee for the class is $20, and participants should call Laura or Bryan to pre-register at ext. 73531. All classes will be held at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. For more information, or to register, call 666-7521 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73531. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Stephens give an additional $50,000 to HCTC Bruce Stephens and his wife, Jo Stephens, are honored for their contribution to Hazard Community & Technical College as part of the “Fulfilling the Promise” fund raising campaign. Their pledge of $50,000 is for the Bruce and Virginia J. Stephens Scholarship Endowment for part-time students at the college. HCTC President Jay K. Box notes, “This gift for scholarships fills a critical need at the college for our students that are not eligible for any other assistance. We greatly appreciate this thoughtful action by Bruce and Jo Stephens.” Bruce and Jo Stephens have been long-term supporters of the College. Bruce Stephens served as chair of the first fund raising campaign during the 1990s and was instrumental in securing $2.9 million. He has served on the Board of Directors of the Hazard Independent College Foundation since 1989. In addition to his volunteer work, Mr. and Mrs. Stephens established the Stephens Appalachian Historical and Genealogical Library Fund and have made other major contributions to support the needs of HCTC. In 1993, Mr. Stephens was honored for his leadership and personal philanthropy by the National Council for Resource Development and was given the National Benefactors Award at their annual conference in Washington, D. C. He also received the 1991 Distinguished Service Award presented by the HCTC Board of Directors. Continuing Education Happenings in Knott County Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes in Knott County. Appalachian Folk Arts Camp - Join in the fun at the Folk Art Camp. This camp is a continuation of the Appalachian Art Adventure Camp, originally started by the Kentucky Appalachian Artisan Center. This camp will offer a week of fun-filled creative classes for youth ages 6-11 who enjoy the arts. Storytelling, basket weaving, pottery, and music will be featured and much more. This camp will be held the week of July 17 from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The Folk Art Camp will be held at the Knott County Branch. Clawhammer Banjo - Join instructor Julie Alison Shepherd for private lessons on Wednesday evenings at the Knott County Branch. Pickers and Grinners - Don’t miss the lively bluegrass entertainment provided each Tuesday evening by the Pickers and Grinners. The program is presented at the Human Services Center in Hindman from 7-9 p.m. Pickin’ and Grinnin offers an enjoyable evening of musical entertainment. Cell Phone Use - If you are interested in learning more about your cell phone, we have the class for you. In this class you are invited to bring your cell phone so that the instructor can demonstrate the features to you. The class will be held at the Knott County Branch. For more information or to register contact Judy at 785-4114 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73406. CE Classes at the Leslie County Center of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes in Hyden. The classes are: Beginner & Intermediate Piano Lessons - Weekly lessons may be scheduled by calling Rhonda at ext. 73487. Lessons are $40 a month for weekly 30 minute lessons. Sarah Susan Craft is the instructor. Learn To Play The Dulcimer - Learn the basics of tuning and caring for a “Lap Dulcimer”. Also, learn to play and sing along as you play your dulcimer. Guarantee: If you do not play a song after the very first class, your money will be refunded! Cost is $30 for six lessons, and includes instructional material. Student need not provide his or her own instrument, Rhonda has several to use in class. Classes are offered and scheduled on an individual basis. Contact Rhonda at 487-3487 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73487 to enroll. Mining Classes at HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer continuing education mining classes at the Technical Campus and Leslie County Center of HCTC. HCTC can offer customized training and or retraining for your company. Grant money is available. Contact Frank Winstead, Coal Careers Coordinator at 487-3392 for more information. The classes are: Underground Electrical - If you are interested in obtaining your mine electrical card, classes for spring are being planned at the Technical Campus of HCTC. Underground electricians/mechanics are highly sought after by local coal companies. Foreman and MET Interest Lists -If you are interested in becoming a mine foreman or obtaining your MET certification, contact Donnia at 487-3037. HCTC is planning classes in those areas. Simulator Training - HCTC has obtained roof bolter, surface simulators, and a continuous miner simulator. If you are interested in training on the simulators, contact Donnia at ext. 73037. For more information contact Donnia at 487-3037, or 800-246-7521, ext. 73037. Kids Fest at the Lees College Campus of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer a Kid’s Fest at the Lees College Campus of HCTC. Get ready for a day of fun and festivities for kid’s ages 5-9. Kids will enjoy a wide array of activities like storytelling, games, scavenger hunts, crafts, yoga and more. This fun kid’s workshop will be held on June 28, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. Lunch and snacks will be provided. Class fee is $5 and please call Laura or Bryan to pre-register at ext. 73531. The class will be held at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center. For more information, or to register, call 666-7521 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73531. Weinberg pledges $35,000 to HCTC Bill Weinberg pledges $35,000 to Hazard Community & Technical College, designated for the ceramics program coming to the Kentucky School of Craft in Hindman. The gift, part of the college’s Fulfilling the Promise fund raising campaign, is part of a matching gift for renovating the facility where the classes will be taught. HCTC President/CEO Dr. Jay K. Box is appreciative of Bill Weinberg’s leadership and volunteering for the betterment of the college. “Bill Weinberg understands the value of education and how important the Kentucky School of Craft programming is to the area. We are fortunate to have his support,” Dr. Box said. Enroll in HCTC Summer School Hazard Community and Technical College will hold its second summer session registration on Thursday, June 29 with classes beginning Wednesday, July 5. Here is a great chance to make your summer count by working toward a college degree. Classes offered at the Hazard Campus include: human anatomy, lab for BIO 139, microbiology, computers, writing II, history, math courses, sociology, and psychology. At the Lees College Campus, classes offered are human anatomy and lab for BIO 139. Kentucky Virtual University also will offer classes in personal finance and business. For details, check at the web site at www.hazard.kctcs.edu Call 1-800-246-7521, ext 73062 or any campus to register for classes. Brashear addresses HCTC graduates As chair of the Hazard Community and Technical College Board of Directors, Fred Brashear of Hyden provided the Commencement Welcome during both graduation ceremonies held at The Forum on May 6. Brashear spoke to the graduates about the importance of an education. A total of 518 students received a total of 1,029 credentials—as associate degrees, diplomas, or certificates. First National Bank of Jackson pledges $100,000 to HCTC Greg Lemons, president of First National Bank of Jackson, and Dr. Jay K. Box, President/CEO of Hazard Community & Technical College, are shown with the signed pledge card for $100,000 for the college. The bank’s pledge goes toward Invest in the Arts, one of five initiatives of the Fulfilling the Promise fund raising campaign, by providing matching funding for the proposed Intergenerational Center to be built on the Lees College Campus. The new visual arts program will be housed in the new facility, along with a 300-seat auditorium, student center space, and other space available to the community. J. Phil Smith, past bank president and chairman of the board, received the college’s 2000 Benefactor of the Year award for his support of the college. Lewis pledges $50,000 to HCTC Fred and Ulene Lewis pledge $50,000 to Hazard Community & Technical College, designated for Leslie County student scholarships. The gift, part of the college’s Fulfilling the Promise fund raising campaign, is for students enrolled in any of the college’s programs. Fred Lewis also demonstrates his concern for the college by serving as a member of the Hazard Independent College Foundation. HCTC President/CEO Dr. Jay K. Box appreciates the contribution. “We’re very fortunate to have individuals who believe in education so much to make such a major gift. We know Fred and Ulene Lewis care about the future of this area and the money for scholarships will be very beneficial in the lives of students wanting an education.” HCTC holds second summer school session Hazard Community and Technical College will hold its second summer session registration on Thursday, June 29 with classes beginning Wednesday, July 5. Classes offered at the Hazard Campus include: human anatomy, lab for BIO 139, microbiology, computers, writing II, history, math courses, sociology, and psychology. At the Lees College Campus, classes offered are human anatomy and lab for BIO 139. Kentucky Virtual University also will offer classes in personal finance and business. For details, check at the web site at www.hazard.kctcs.edu Call 1-800-246-7521, ext 73062 or any campus to register for classes. HCTC Phi Theta Kappa Hazard Community and Technical College’s Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society, inducted new members during a ceremony at the Hazard Campus. In back are, from left, Lillian Natosha Pennington, Joshua Ariel Queen, Jonathan Christopher Sizemore. Officers for the fall semester are: Karri Beth Crouse, chapter president; Joshua Queen, vice president – leadership; Jennifer Lynn Jackson, vice president – scholarship; Kelly McIntyre, vice president – service; and Lisa Meyers, recording secretary. Inductees not shown are: Tammi Renee Baisden, Meghan Leann Bentley, Ian Kyle Duff, Amanda Sadie Johnson, Jessica Lea Ramey Lewis, James L. Napier, Justin Wade Noble, Kristi Osborne, Kayla Brooke Stacy, and Ashley Taylor. Registration for the fall semester is Aug. 9-12. In Picture Shown in front, from left, are Jennifer Lynn Jackson, Karri Beth Crouse, Kelly Vanover McIntyre, Lisa Meyers, Lucy B. Scott, Amber Jacobs, and Judy Adams. Creative Kids Art Classes at HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following Creative Kids Art classes at HCTC. Lori Boggs will be the instructor. Lori has her Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and has taught for nine years in North Carolina. She has also received certification in the area of Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood Art Education. The classes are: Play With Paint - Children will be encouraged to have a fun and playful time while experimenting and exploring a range of drawing, painting, and collage techniques. In a relaxed and supportive environment, they will work from their imagination and be guided toward creating their own unique artworks. Please bring an art shirt to wear. This class is for children ages 3 and 4. Class meets on Tuesdays, June 13, 20, & 27, from 1:30 2:30 p.m. Let’s Draw And Paint - Come along to this fun and supportive class to experiment with drawing and painting. Using a wide range of materials, the children will be encouraged to explore their own interests and ideas while creating their own original artworks. Please bring an art shirt to wear. This class is for children ages 5– 8. Class will meet on Tuesdays, June 13, 20, & 27 Let’s Draw And Paint 2 - This class is similar to the above class, but is designed for older kids, ages 9 - 12. This class not only teaches basic concepts like shape, color, value, and composition, but is a powerful vehicle for exploring individual interests. Please bring an art shirt to wear. Class will meet on Wednesdays, June 14, 21, & 28, from 5-6 p.m. Print It - In this class, children will explore different techniques of printmaking, such as mono-print and collograph. Please bring an art shirt to wear. This class is for children ages 5–8. Class will meet on Wednesdays, June 14, 21, & 28, from 6:115-7:15 p.m. Hands On Clay - Get in touch with the soft clay and shape it! This class is about discovering the many different techniques of hand building clay and making your own very special pots and creatures. Please bring an art shirt to wear. This class is for children ages 5–8. Class will meet on Tuesdays, June 13, 20, & 27, from 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. Cost per monthly session, including supplies, is $40. Contact Janet at 487-3068 to register. Classes are limited to 10 students each and prepayment is required. Classes will be in the First Federal Center on the Hazard Campus of HCTC. Life and Health Insurance Classes at HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following Life and Health Insurance continuing education classes. The classes are: Life and Health Insurance Continuing Education - Get your required insurance CEU’s without leaving town. Continuing education courses will be held on Friday evenings and Saturdays with Instructors Bill Terry and Deborah Goodson. Class will be held June 16 & 17. You will earn twelve contact hours for the two days. Correspondence classes are available for your other twelve hours. Insurance Continuing Education at Night - Hazard Community & Technical College is offering continuing education for insurance professionals at night. Get your 12 classroom CEU’s by attending class, Tuesday - Thursday, June 10 – 12 from 5 – 9 p.m. This may be your last chance to get your CEU’s. Contact Jennifer at 606-487-3136 to register. Correspondence CEU’s are also available. Pre registration is required. Life and Health Pre Licensing Online - Have you been thinking of obtaining your life and health insurance license but did not have the time to sit in a classroom for forty hours? Now those forty hours can be obtained online from HCTC. You take the online class and then you are eligible to sit for your exam! For more information, or to register, contact Jennifer at 487-3136 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73136. Mining Classes at HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer continuing education mining classes at the Technical Campus and Leslie County Center of HCTC. HCTC can offer customized training and or retraining for your company. Grant money is available. Contact Frank Winstead, Coal Careers Coordinator at 487-3392 for more information. The classes are: Underground Electrical - If you are interested in obtaining your mine electrical card, classes for spring are being planned at the Technical Campus of HCTC. Underground electricians/mechanics are highly sought after by local coal companies. Foreman and MET Interest Lists -If you are interested in becoming a mine foreman or obtaining your MET certification, contact Donnia at 487-3037. HCTC is planning classes in those areas. Simulator Training - HCTC has obtained roof bolter, surface simulators, and a continuous miner simulator. If you are interested in training on the simulators, contact Donnia at ext. 73037. For more information contact Donnia at 487-3037, or 800-246-7521, ext. 73037. Puffer chosen as Outstanding Staff member Hazard Community & Technical College has honored Anna Lois Puffer as the Outstanding Staff Member for the 2005-2006 academic year because of her dedicated service and high standard of excellence she contributes to academics. Her honor includes recognition in Austin, Texas by the National Organization for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). Ms. Puffer began working at what was then Lees College in 1990 and has continued at that campus ever since in various roles. Her present title is senior administrative assistant with Academic Affairs where her job duties include maintaining the Academic Affairs webpage on the college website, developing the Schedule of Classes booklet, and writing/publishing the college-wide academic newsletter “The Academic Voice.” Prior recognition includes being named Employee of the Semester in May 2000 and Outstanding Staff Member for 1995-1996. Her volunteer work resulted in being named Cubmaster of the Year in 1999 by the Boy Scouts of America and while in college, she was named the MSU Outstanding Office Systems Bachelor of Business Administration Student. Praise for her work comes from HCTC President/CEO Jay Box. “Lois has extremely strong organizational skills that keep the entire Academic Affairs unit running smoothly. In each and every job Lois does, she excels,” Dr. Box said. Dr. R. Kathy Smoot, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, noted, “Her ability to work independently as well as part of a larger team; to organize and manage multiple projects through to their completion; and to embrace technology in order to work smarter and maximize our decision-making capabilities are all to be commended,” Dr. Smoot said. Leila Sandlin Smith, Dean at the College, adds, “She is always willing to help with anything that comes her way. She constantly demonstrates a positive, caring, and inspiring attitude toward students and colleagues.” Tim Glotzbach of the Kentucky School of Craft praised Ms. Puffer for her work habits. “Her dogged determination to identify problems in advance and her desire to resolve them with the least amount of disruption is indeed a mark of the proactive leader,” Glotzbach said. Ms. Puffer told NISOD about how she views her work. “As a positive, proactive Team Leader for a staff of administrative support professionals, my need to always look for improvement inspires me to constantly strive for excellence. The visible positive results daily produced from our collaborative efforts keeps me energized and excited about working at Hazard Community and Technical College,” she stated. Ms. Puffer holds a bachelor’s degree in Office Systems from Morehead State University and an Associate of Arts in Administrative and Secretarial Services from Lees College. While at Lees, she was Salutatorian of the Class. Prior to her college employment, she worked in Norfolk, Virginia, for five years at InterScience Research, Inc. as the office manager. For a year while living in Virginia Beach, she worked for Kelly Services, Inc. Lois and her sons, Justin and Shane, live in Jackson. Continuing Education Happenings in Knott CountyHCTC Students Compete at Skills USA State Conference Four Hazard Community and Technical College students walked away as state winners during the Skills USA State Conference in Louisville. Ken Morris of Beattyville won first place in Architectural Drafting, Josh Gipson of Topmost won second place in Architectural Drafting, Austin Rafferty of Mallie won first place in Technical Drafting, and Justin Ritchie of Berry won second place in Technical Drafting. Coy Hall of Beattyville competed in the welding category. Tony Back, Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) instructor comments “I am very proud of our students for going above and beyond in the Skills USA student organization. They brought home the top four metals by rising above the competition with their computer aided drafting skills in technical and architectural drawings,” Back said. Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes in Knott County. Creative Impulse - Join communication and drama instructor Mia Self on an enlightening quest to uncover personal _expression. In this class, you will focus on varied approaches to journaling. Using different forms of art, including visual art, creative writing and movement, you can explore artistic experience through group interaction and collaboration. The class will be held at the Knott County Branch on Monday, May 22 and Wednesday, May 24, from 6-8:30 p.m. Cost of the class is $48. Please register by May 10. Contact Judy at ext. 73406 to register. Clawhammer Banjo - We are developing an interest list for clawhammer banjo lessons. Julie Alison Shepherd will offer private lessons on Wednesday evenings at the Knott County Branch. Please contact Judy at ext. 73406 to have your name added to our interest list. Pickin’ and Grinnin’ - Don’t miss out on the lively bluegrass musical entertainment provided each Tuesday evening by the Pickers and Grinners. The program is presented at the Human Services Center in Hindman from 7-9 p.m. Pickin’ and Grinnin’ provides an enjoyable evening of musical entertainment for the whole family. For more information or to register please call Judy at 785-4114 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73406. CE Classes at the Leslie County Center of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes in Hyden. The classes are: Beginner & Intermediate Piano Lessons - Weekly lessons may be scheduled by calling Rhonda at ext. 73487. Sarah Susan Craft is the instructor. Learn To Play The Dulcimer - Learn the basics of tuning and caring for a “Lap Dulcimer”. Also, learn to play and sing along as you play your dulcimer. Guarantee: If you do not play a song after the very first class, your money will be refunded! Cost is $30 for six lessons, and includes instructional material. Students need not provide his or her own instrument, Rhonda has several to use in class. Classes are offered and scheduled on an individual basis. Call Rhonda at ext. 73487 to enroll. Banjo Lessons - During the months of April and May, Randy Wilson will be offering banjo lessons at the Leslie County Center. Interested persons should call Rhonda Brashear at ext. 73487 to register. For more information call Rhonda at 672-6800 or 800-246-7521, ext. 73487. CE Classes on the Hazard Campus of HCTC Hazard Community and Technical College will offer the following continuing education classes on the Hazard Campus of HCTC. The classes are: Driver’s Ed Interest List - HCTC is putting together a driver’s education course complete with classroom and hands-on driving experience. Contact Jennifer at 487-3136 to get on the interest list. Piano - Trish Howard teaches piano lessons on Thursdays at the HCTC First Federal Center. 30-minute private lessons are taught weekly. Cost of the lessons is $10 per lesson. Call Janet at 487-3068 to sign up. Guitar - Pat Duff teaches guitar lessons at the HCTC First Federal Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Lessons are 30 minutes each week. Cost of the lessons is $10 per lesson. Call Janet at 487-3068 to sign up. Intermediate Aerobics - Come and get a great one-hour workout with Karen Smith who teaches a variety of different exercises. Students need to wear comfortable clothing and supportive walking shoes. Also students need to bring 2 lb. weights and a mat if they have them. Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday through April 27 from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at the HCTC First Federal Center in room 123-B/C. Cost is $4 per session and students can pay when they come. If you have any further questions, please call Janet at 487-3068. Summer Study Math Mania Brochures - Call Janet at 487-3068 to give your name and mailing address if you want a Summer Study (grades 1 – 5) or a Math Mania brochure (grades 6 – 12) mailed to you. Meg Rice will once again coordinate the program of study. Drinking Water CEU Class at the Technical Campus of HCTC The Continuing Education Department of Hazard Community and Technical College will offer a Drinking Water CEU on May 16 and 17 in the Multi Purpose Room of the Devert Owens Building on the Technical Campus of HCTC from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. To register, contact Myla at (606) 487-3065 or call toll free 1-800-246-7521 ext.73065. KCTCS recognizes college marketing efforts BGTC and WKCTC tie for Communicator of the Year Award VERSAILLES, Ky. (April 19, 2006) - Bowling Green Technical College (BGTC) and West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) tied as the best overall communication program among all colleges in the third annual Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) Marketing Awards competition. This is the third year that WKCTC, headed by Public Relations Director Janett Blythe, has received top honors in the system-wide competition. Mark Brooks heads the public relations department at BGTC. Together the two colleges received 10 gold medals, six silver medals and three bronze medals. Jefferson Community and Technical College received the silver medal and Somerset Community College received the bronze medal for their overall communication programs. "On behalf of KCTCS, I extend my congratulations to all public relations staff in our System for their talent and dedication," said KCTCS President Michael B. McCall. “Marketing and public relations provides a vital link between the college and the community.” The top winners in each category were: ELECTRONIC MEDIA: Web Site Bronze – Bowling Green Technical College “www.bowlinggreen.kctcs.edu/” Bronze – Somerset Community College “www.somerset.kctcs.edu/” ELECTRONIC MEDIA: PowerPoint Presentations Gold – Bowling Green Technical College “Apprenticeship Programs” Silver – West Kentucky Community and Technical College “Journey to Nepal” Bronze – West Kentucky Community and Technical College “A New Chapter Begins” ELECTRONIC MEDIA: E-Newsletters Gold – West Kentucky Community and Technical College “Momentum” Silver – Somerset Community College “SCC News” ELECTRONIC MEDIA: Radio Campaign Gold – Bowling Green Technical College “Testimonials” Silver – Somerset Community College “October CED Classes” Bronze – Hopkinsville Community College “Right Direction” Bronze – Big Sandy Community and Technical College “Entrepreneur Center” ELECTRONIC MEDIA: TV Production Gold – Bowling Green Technical College “Testimonies” Gold – West Kentucky Community and Technical College “Where Will You Go to College?” Silver – Bluegrass Community and Technical College “Reasons” Bronze -- Ashland Community and Technical College “Bridge to Success” PHOTOGRAPHY: Digital or Film Gold – Bowling Green Technical College “Fire Rescue Training - Propane” Silver – Bowling Green Technical College “Culinary Instruction” Bronze – Hopkinsville Community College “Commencement 2005” PHOTOGRAPHY: Computer-generated Illustration Gold – Bowling Green Technical College “Display Background” Silver – Somerset Community College “Art Show Poster/Post Card” Bronze – Bowling Green Technical College “Rubik’s Cube” PUBLICATIONS: 4-color Brochure Gold – Bluegrass Community and Technical College “2005 Fact Sheet” Silver – Big Sandy Community and Technical College “Cut thru Review 2005” Bronze – Jefferson Community and Technical College “Seminary Building Restoration” PUBLICATIONS: Black and White Brochure/Booklet Gold – Madisonville Community College “Priority Registration Poster” PUBLICATIONS: Annual Report Gold – Bluegrass Community and Technical College “2003-2004 Annual Report” Silver – Ashland Community and Technical College “Report to the Community ‘05” Bronze – Madisonville Community College “2004 Report to Our Communities” PUBLICATIONS: Newsletters Gold – Ashland Community and Technical College “ACTC Bridges” Silver – Bowling Green Technical College “BGTC Newsletter” Bronze – Madisonville Community College “Scholarship Update” PUBLICATIONS: Class Schedules/Bulletins Gold – Hazard Community and Technical College “The Learning College Fall Schedule” Silver – West Kentucky Community and Technical College “Spring 2005 Schedule of Offerings Training” Bronze – Big Sandy Community and Technical College “Fall 2005 Schedule” PUBLICATIONS: Print Advertising Gold – Bowling Green Technical College “Problem Solved” Bronze – Somerset Community College “Images Gallery Photo” WRITING: News/Features Gold – Somerset Community College “SCC Women Students Enthusiastic About Careers in Auto Tech and Carpentry” Bronze – Jefferson Community and Technical College “College Consolidation” MISCELLANEOUS: Publications Gold – Jefferson Community and Technical College, “Student Art Calendar” Silver – Bowling Green Technical College “Large Display” Bronze – Jefferson Community and Technical College “College Consolidation” OVERALL MARKETING CAMPAIGN Gold – Bluegrass Community and Technical College “New Name/Bluegrass Days” Silver – West Kentucky Community and Technical College “Where Will You Go to College?” Bronze – Ashland Community and Technical College “Your Bridge to Success” For most Kentuckians, higher education begins at KCTCS. Our statewide system of 16 colleges and 65 campuses provides citizens throughout the Commonwealth with a quality education that is both accessible and affordable. For more information, visit www.kctcs.edu Citizenship Award 5-10-05 PHOTO HERE Holly Griffith of Breathitt County receives the Citizenship Award at Hazard Community & Technical College. Edgar Raleigh of the Kiwanis Club presented the honor to Ms. Griffith during awards night. Ms. Griffith also was recognized for her work with the Student Leadership Institute based at the Lees College Campus of Hazard Community & Technical College. Enroll May 26 for HCTC summer classes 5-5-05 Hazard Community and Technical College will offer two summer sessions this year. Session I registration will be Thursday, May 26 and classes will meet May 31 to June 27. Included in Session I is a six-week session that meets May 31 to July 11. Registration for Summer Session II will be Thursday, June 30 and classes will meet July 5 to Aug. 1. Students also can register for Session II classes on Thursday, May 26. Classes offered include: education, art, human anatomy, microbiology, public speaking, history, writing, nurse aide, psychology, sociology, welding, and Early Childhood Education. For a complete listing, please see a class schedule or visit our website at www.hazard.kctcs.edu. Classes will meet at various times during the summer. Call the admissions office at 800-246-7521 or your local campus to register for classes. Students show appreciation 5-4-05 Photo Here Students in the Human Services and Social Work Association (HASA) at Hazard Community & Technical College honor their two advisors for their work with the club. Joan Enochs and Cindy Plummer, faculty members, were presented with plaques for their dedication to students. HASA organized the April 1st Drug Forum which was considered a great success because of the involvement in the community. A total of 150 participated. The club also collected 25 cell phones for the Women’s Safe House and the Safe House received $50 for each phone. Leslie County Center of HCTC sees success 4-7-05 Photo Here The Leslie County Center of Hazard Community & Technical College has seen great growth since its doors first open. Those working to enhance the educational opportunities, all dressed in matching shirts, are, from left, Missy Guier, campus assistant; Hallie Bowling, assistant director of Enrollment Services; Gary Gilbert, instructional specialist; and Rhonda Brashear, workforce development liaison. The enrollment this semester has a headcount of 341—which is the largest enrollment since the doors opened in Spring 2001. New reference librarian named at Lees 3-31-05 A new reference librarian has been named for the Lees College Campus of Hazard Community and Technical College. Cathy Branson has recently assumed the position of Reference Librarian at Lees. Cathy came to the Lees Campus in 1991 as a Library Assistant. She received her undergraduate degree from Morehead State University and her Library and Information Technology certification from Lexington Community College. She is currently enrolled in the Library Information Science Master’s program at the University of Kentucky. The next few months promise to be busy ones for the library. Collection development will be a priority and the library plans to do a major review of books and materials. Also student services improvements are being implemented. Computer upgrades have been made through the assistance of the IT department and James King. The library hopes to expand its program offerings and continue with its archival work. Cathy notes, “The Lees College Campus Library has some unique items within its collection. Digitizing, conservation and preservation will help ensure that these items will be available in the future.” Ms. Branson succeeds Robert Hilton, who retired. She and husband, Hershel, live in Jackson with their 16-year-old son Seth. PHOTO HERE Student Leadership Institute application deadline is March 31 3-21-05 Hazard Community and Technical College has begun the recruitment process to select the third class of Student Leadership Institute participants and is looking for applicants from among those graduating from high school this spring. Individuals selected for the Institute will benefit in many ways, including a financial award which includes a $1,000 stipend; opportunity to participate in a residential life program and on-campus meal plan; paid summer internship experience; community service opportunities; informative and interesting workshops, field trips; and mentoring. “All of this is designed to promote the leadership of our students,” said Steve Jones, Director of the SLI. “Our first and second class have been involved in numerous activities designed to promote personal growth. These activities included but are not limited to teambuilding, business card/networking, personality/leadership inventory, critical thinking, cultural heritage & arts, and understanding community development. Other activities included dinner etiquette training, ballroom dancing, rock climbing, and white water rafting. “We are very excited about offering the Student Leadership Institute” noted Dr. Jay K. Box, President/CEO of HCTC. “We know that developing leaders is essential for the future of Eastern Kentucky, and the college is proud to provide this excellent leadership program,” Dr. Box continued. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2005. Those who are high school seniors now can obtain an application for the Institute by calling Steve Jones at 606-436-5721 or 800-246-7521 ext. 73199, or send an e-mail to Steve.Jones@kctcs.edu Beary Cute 3-16-05 PHOTO HERE The Alpha Beta Epsilon Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Hazard Community and Technical College is collecting new and “bearly” used stuffed animals during March and here they are with some of the 100 stuffed animals donated. Shown above are students (from left) Frances Everage, Kendra Francis, and Cynthia Osborne. The stuffed animals will be donated to the Women’s Crisis Shelter, Hazard Nursing Home, and Children’s Ward at Hazard Appalachian Regional Hospital on March 25. Training for Park Rangers 2-16-05 Jennifer Chester, Associate Professor/Business Liaison at Hazard Community and Technical College, teaches Park Rangers a “P.C. Essentials” class which includes instruction on using Windows, the Internet, and basic computer hardware. A total of 20 Park Rangers participated in the class at Natural Bridge State Resort Park. Major Charles Cole praised the training and said he looked forward to doing more. “This is an excellent partnering opportunity for many state agencies where all who get involved benefit,” noted Mrs. Chester. Those interested in having classes taught for their employees can schedule a time by calling Mrs. Chester at 487-3136 or 800-246-7521, ext. 3136. PHOTO HERE Morehead State University Reception Feb. 10 in Hazard Morehead State University and the University Center of the Mountains invite you to attend a reception for MSU alumni, prospective students, and college faculty and staff. A reception will be held on the Hazard Campus of Hazard Community & Technical College in the UCM administrative offices (Room 152 in the Jolly Classroom Center) on Thursday, Feb. 10 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. A reception will also be held at the Breathitt County Life Skills Center on Tuesday, Feb. 22 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served. If you have questions, or would like further information, please contact Heather Pennington at (800) 246-7521 ext. 73182 or (606) 487-3182 or by email at Heather.Pennington@kctcs.edu. Parents & Students--Do you need assistance with completing the financial aid application? 2-8-05 Hazard Community and Technical College (HCTC) will be hosting College Goal Sunday on Sunday, Feb. 27, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Hazard Campus of Hazard Community & Technical College. College Goal Sunday provides students and their families the opportunity to get the 2005-2006 financial aid application filled out with the assistance of a financial aid professional. There are no fees for this service. If a student is planning to attend college starting August 2005, use this event to get the financial aid application completed and submitted for processing. Attendees should bring completed 2004 U.S. Income Tax Returns, W-2 statements, and/or proof of income for the 2004 year. Financial Aid Professionals will be on hand to assist with the completion of this extremely important application. For additional information, call (800) 246-7521, extensions 73061 or 73060. You may also email: chuck.anderson@kctcs.edu HCTC’s Stephanie Klawes headed to Australia 2-2-05 PHOTO HERE Hazard Community & Technical College student Stephanie Klawes has worked to have a well-rounded education and she’s about to embark on another adventure to enhance her educational pursuits. She’s going to Australia to participate with The International Mission on Business. The trip will definitely round out her experiences while she is in Australia May 23 to June 3. “I want to get more training in business, a larger outlook on the business world and to learn about other cultures,” noted Klawes, when citing the reasons for participating in the international schooling. While there, she will be participating in sessions called “Building Bridges with Business,” “The Impact of Business on the Environment,” and “The Art of Business – Managing, Mediating and Marketing.” Ms. Klawes, age 19, is from Bledsoe in Harlan County and the daughter of Lucy Klawes. Klawes has met many challenges in her young life but a big challenge facing her now is raising the money needed to make this trip. A total of $5,399 is needed to get her from Kentucky to California and then on to Australia. So far, she’s only raised $600. She’s taking out a loan to pay for the trip because the full amount must be paid by Feb. 16, but anyone wanting to make donations can send checks made payable to Stephanie Klawes at 601 Jefferson Avenue, Jackson, KY 41339. Ms. Klawes has the encouragement from Hazard Community & Technical College to make the trip. She’s active with the Student Leadership Institute (SLI) and SLI Director Steve Jones was excited about this opportunity for her. “When Stephanie informed me she was offered this opportunity I responded by telling her that good things come to those who work hard and that her efforts and abilities had been recognized thus her nomination,” Jones said. “Stephanie is someone who is very confident, productive, assertive and very decisive. When it comes to her leadership style she is task-dominant and very committed to accomplishing her goals. She has the skills to be very successful in the business world and would make an excellent employee. Stephanie’s contributions to the SLI are numerous. She continues to be the one SLI participant who makes the perfect role model for current and future SLI students. Other SLI students look up to Stephanie when it comes time to provide leadership to upcoming projects.” HCTC President Jay K. Box noted Stephanie was nominated by the National Dean’s List. He praised her overall grade average of 3.8 while still serving as president of the Students in Free Enterprise and president of Resident Life. Terry Thies to direct upcoming Little Theatre production 1-30-05 The Greater Hazard Area Performing Arts Series will be presenting Little Theatre of Hazard performing Tim Kelly’s “My Son is Crazy, but Promising” the last weekend of February at the First Federal Center on the Hazard Campus of Hazard Community and Technical College. (PHOTO)Terry Thies, a member of Little Theatre since 1985, will direct the comedy that promises to continue the tradition of quality family entertainment by the community theatre group that began 50 years ago. She has previously directed two shows, Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple", the female version, and "The Prince Who Wouldn't Talk." Ms. Thies has also performed in numerous productions, including last year’s production of “Ten Little Indians,” a show she really enjoyed because her son, Daniel Thies, also had a role in it. By day, she works for the Hazard Perry County Housing Development Alliance, a local non-profit organization that develops housing for low and very low income persons. The play is a comedy that the whole family will enjoy. A dinner show will be presented on Friday, Feb. 25 with dinner at 7 p.m., and the show starting at 8 p.m. Tickets for the dinner and show will be $25. (Season subscribers to the Performing Arts Series may purchase tickets for $17.) Reservations for Friday night should be made by Friday, Feb. 18 by calling Jackie Goodin at 439-4547, Rayma West at 436-4662, Terry Thies at 436-2848, or Martha Quigley at 439-4325. The show begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26. A matinee will be presented on Sunday, Feb. 27, at 2:30 p.m. All shows will be in the First Federal Center on the Hazard Campus of Hazard Community and Technical College. Tickets for all shows except the dinner show, will be $8 adults, $5 students and seniors. Season subscriber's to the Performing Arts Series will not be charged for admittance. Greater Hazard Area Performing Arts Series grand benefactors are: Citizens Bank and Trust Company in Jackson, Hazard Clinic/Jackson Clinic, Kiwanis Club of Hazard and Perry Distributors Inc. Event sponsors are: Hyden Citizens Bank, Perry Oil Company Inc., and the Hazard-Perry County Chamber of Commerce Students say “Don’t raise our tuition!” 1-26-05 More than 200 Hazard Community & Technical College students showed their concern about the rising tuition costs by participating at a hearing on Thursday, Jan. 20 at the Technical Campus of HCTC. A total of 19 students publicly voiced their opposition to the rising costs, many of whom said if the costs keep increasing, they would have to quit school. The student comments were limited to three minutes each but the sheer volume of speakers demonstrated the point on the effects of the rising tuition costs. “Tuition goes up but the Pell grants don’t increase,” noted Kevin Holbrook of Leatherwood. “Please don’t raise the tuition any more. I can’t even get my books (for my classes) right now,” Winston B. Neace of Knott County told the crowd. Beverly Campbell is a mother of two who is in nursing classes from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. each day, and then works a full time job. “I want to have a future for my kids,” she said. Another mother of two, Martha Thornsberry, said she would have to drop out of school if the tuition increased any more. The tuition has increased because state budget allotments have decreased by $18 million in the last four years. In 2003-04 alone, $5.9 million was cut. The Kentucky Community and Technical College (KCTCS) schools are still the cheapest for tuition at $92 per credit hour, but students say the gap is too narrow with other colleges. Morehead State University, for instance, charges $160 per credit hour. “What do we prosper as a student if you raise tuition?” asked Martinsville resident Kathy Messer, noting that students haven’t seen an increase in any services even though tuition is increased each year. Misty Baker of Perry County echoed that comment when she came to the podium. “We’re paying more; we should be gaining more!” Rosanna Garland of Knott County also asked what students were getting out of such increases, and she questioned how the KCTCS budget was being spent. Carolyn Short of Hindman made note of the new Knott Opportunity Center where HCTC classes are held. “You might as well tear down that beautiful building in Hindman if you aren’t going to have any students who can afford to go there.” "How are you going to take a more proactive approach to this?” asked Donny Combs of Red Fox. Another student told the crowd she didn’t have a rich Mom or Dad and was working at a grocery store making $5.50 an hour and can’t afford to get the car repaired. “If tuition goes up, fewer people come, you still get less money—so what’s the point?” she asked. “I don’t know how I can keep going if you raise tuition,” Jason Couch of Leslie County told the crowd. Cynthia Osborne, the student representative to the KCTCS Board of Regents, noted that an additional 113 students wanted to be at the hearing but were unable to attend because of classes scheduled during the hearing, or work or family responsibilities. Dr. Jay K. Box, president/CEO, served as the moderator for the hearing. He told the crowd the comments were recorded and would be presented to the KCTCS Board of Regents. After the meeting, Dr. Box stressed that the college is not receiving a much larger budget because of the increase in tuition. “The students are paying with tuition what the state once paid from tax dollars,” Dr. Box said. HCTC spring semester is Jan. 6-8 Registration for the spring semester at Hazard Community and Technical College will be Thursday, Jan. 6 at all campus locations from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon at all campus locations. Registration will be held at the Hazard Campus only on Saturday, Jan. 8 from 9 a.m. to noon. These dates are the last chance to register for the spring semester. Classes will begin Monday, Jan. 10. Hazard Community and Technical College offers two-year degrees, including Associate in Arts and Associate in Science which both transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Associate in Applied Science degrees are: Automotive Technology, Business Administration, Education, General Occupational/Technical Studies, Human Services, Engineering Technology, Information Technology, Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Medical Information Technology, Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant, and Radiography. Diplomas are offered in the following programs: Air Conditioning Technology, Auto Body Repair, Automotive Technology, Business Technology, Carpentry, Clinical Laboratory, Computer Aided Drafting, Cosmetology, Diesel Technology, Education, Electrical Technology, Fire and Rescue Training, Heavy Equipment Operations, Human Services, Industrial Maintenance Technology, Information Technology, Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Medical Information Technology, Practical Nursing (LPN), and Welding. Check the class schedule for a listing of classes offered or check the web site at www.Hazard.kctcs.edu for a listing of classes. Tuition or a payment plan with the HCTC Business Office must be agreed upon before classes begin in order to avoid late payment. Call 1-800-246-7521, ext. 73062 or 436-5721, ext. 73062 or your local campus to register for classes. Dracula show part of Halloween fun 9-30-04 Plans are continuing for the performance of Dracula on Thursday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. at The Forum in the Hal Rogers Center in Hazard as part of the Greater Hazard Area Performing Arts Series. The New Vic Theatre of London, in association with SAIL Productions of New Jersey, is pleased to present the revitalized comedy that made the New Vic name most synonymous with comic ingenuity. Reviewers from coast to coast in the USA and throughout the British Isles have written nothing but compliments about Micky O’Donoughue and company. The comic style of the New Vic Theatre can only be described as Monty Python meets Benny Hill at Rocky Horror’s castle. Dracula will be performed in this New Vic Theatre style staying true to the original literary version. The New Vic Theatre has been entertaining audiences on both sides of the Atlantic since its founding in 1980 by Micky O’Donoughue and company. Micky was part of the ongoing tradition of The Old Vic Theatre which also boasted the likes of Laurence Olivier, Alec Guinness, John Guilgood, Maggie Smith, Clair Bloom and countless others. Admission is $20 for adults, $10 for students (ages 6 to 18) and kids age 5 and younger are admitted free. Series Grand Benefactors that are underwriting the season are Citizens Bank of Jackson, Hazard Clinic/Jackson Clinic, Kiwanis Club of Hazard, and Perry Distributing, Inc. Partial funding has been provided by the Kentucky Arts Council, a state agency in the Commerce Cabinet, with support from the National Endowment for the Arts. Sponsors for this performance are American Electric Power, Kentucky River Properties LLC and Leeco, Inc. The arts series is an affiliate of Hazard Community & Technical College and the Hazard Independent College Foundation. For information about group rates for these performances, contact Tammy Duff at 487-3067 or Sandy Campbell at 487-3070 or 800-246-7521 exts. 73067 or 73070. Kentucky Rive P-16 Council Meeting October 27 2004 The general public is invited to a reorganization meeting of the Kentucky River P-16 Council Wednesday, Oct. 27 at noon at the Perry County Senior Citizens Center in the Perry County Park in Hazard, Kentucky. The mission of the Kentucky River P-16 Council is to encourage and facilitate student success from early childhood education through obtaining advanced postsecondary education training and degrees. The Council is a collaborative partnership among interested citizens, parents, educational providers, organizations, businesses, local and regional officials and anyone else who desires to raise educational levels in Breathitt, Knott, Leslie, Perry and Letcher counties. The responsibilities of ensuring everyone in our communities have the opportunity to a quality education does not just rest on the shoulders of educational providers. Providing the expectations and resources for high school achievement for people of all ages must be a community effort consisting of dedicated students, parents, citizens, civic leaders, businesses, organizations, and education providers. The Council asks that you join their effort to improve learning success by getting involved with the Kentucky River P-16 Council. For more information about the Council visit the website at www.P-16.org. For more information about the meeting, please contact Ron Daley at (606) 487-3158 or Ron.Daley@kctcs.edu Uments. We intend to make the site informational to anyone interested in KRADD data and not just advanced degrees,” Daley added. “We are very excited to receive feedback from persons visiting the site. You are invited to visit the website, visit our interim offices in the J. Marvin Jolly Classroom Center on the Hazard Campus of Hazard Community and Technical College or call us at (800) 246-7521 ext. 73182 or (606) 487-3182. “Night of the Living Dead” practices underway 9-28-04 The Student Government Association of Hazard Community and Technical College (HCTC) is sponsoring a community wide Halloween thriller and practices are underway. This play will take place at the First Federal Center located on the HCTC Hazard Campus. Performances will be on Oct. 28, 29, and 30. On Thursday and Friday night it will start at 7 p.m., and Saturday’s performance will begin at 2 p.m. Greg Clay is the director. Parental discretion is advised. Tickets will be $6 and sold at the door. Proceeds for this event will go to the HCTC Student Emergency Fund. Looking for something fun to do for Halloween? Come join the Zombies at “Night of the Living Dead.” emotion and unity that followed was overwhelming to witness.” Following the event, balloons were released in honor of those who lost their lives. ence was very different because she was in the much more developed area of Alfreton, England. She was on one of the three teams from the U.S. to participate in this evangelism. Just like Ashlee, Terrah could not go into the schools to teach about Jesus so she was involved in other activities, which involved teaching etiquette to school children and performing drama skits. Terrah would give her testimony on the streets and then be approached by others who wanted to know more. “We had the chance to minister to people who were attending churches that appeared to be spiritually dead; we only found a few churches that were ‘on fire’ for God.” Terrah said the experience was eye-opening and rewarding for her. delivered,” Smith said. Any other business having a special training need can contact Harlan Davidson at 487-3308 PHOTO HERE er presenters from around the country. those participants of the Upward Bound Program at Lees College Campus a unique opportunity is being implemented called the “Campus Experience Institute.” Students who take part in the “Campus Experience Institute” will actually live in the dorm located at Lees for five weeks. While involved in the five-week on-campus experience, on both the Lees and Hazard Campus, participants enroll in both academic and enrichment coursework. Currently the Upward Bound at Hazard Campus serves 65 students from surrounding schools, while the Lees College Campus serves 50 participants from the target area. “The addition of our Lees College Campus Program allows greater service to increased amounts of students,” comments Director Venetia Strunk. Currently both programs are getting ready to begin the summer component of the Upward Bound Program. The Lees College Campus Program began on June 13 with a “Picnic on the Lawn.” The Hazard Campus Program began its five-week program on June 21. Each program will also offer career opportunities for the participants to experience. High school freshmen and sophomores will be able to participate in community service projects while juniors and seniors will be placed in internships with local businesses. The programs on both campuses will be taking their Annual Cultural Enrichment trip to New York City once the summer term has concluded. Staff members include Venetia Strunk, Greg Lewis, Eugene Hunley, and Judy Adams on the Hazard Campus and Susan Melton, Robert Hayes, and Roxiania Fraley on the Lees College Campus. Upward Bound Program at the Hazard Campus serves participants from Letcher, Knott, and Perry counties. Upward Bound at Lees the College Campus serves participants from Breathitt and Perry counties. For more information you may contact the Upward Bound Program at 436-5721 ext. 73658, Hazard Campus, or 666-7521, ext. 73475, Lees College Campus. |
