November 2024
FREE!
All sessions are virtual and you can join from anywhere!
For more information, contact Denise Grupp-Verbon at denise_gruppverbon@owens.edu.
What would you like to do?
All sessions are virtual and you can join from anywhere!
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- Costumes, Hair, Wigs, and Art, Oh My!
- Navigating Professional Ethics for Success
- From Idea to Income: Building Your Business Blueprint
- Followership
- Using Microphone Techniques to Create Unique Recordings
- Scroll. Scroll. Click. Click. Using Social Media to Spread Your “Brand”
- Performance, Songwriting, Backline, PBS and an Emmy!
Monday, November 4 at 11 a.m.
Costumes, Hair, Wigs, and Art, Oh My!
What goes on behind the scenes at the theatre, in the scene shop and in the dressing rooms? Join us as we discover what a day is like for those who make the performers look amazing!
Costume Coordinator for the Houston Ballet, Beau Hamilton is an artist and designer who has dedicated the past 30 years to practicing and studying the art of theatre and gaining a wide range of skills in costume design, hair and wigs, and scenic art.
In addition to costumes, Beau has more than 18 years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist, working for top names, including Aveda and TONI&GUY, and owning his own salon business.
Tuesday, November 5 at 1 p.m.
Navigating Professional Ethics for Success
What does it mean to be a professional? Whether you are a student, employee, intern, or all of the above, what does it mean to act professionally in the workplace? In this session, Adam will discuss some practical ways to remain ethical, represent your community, and put your best self forward in your circles at work and school.
Adam Wagner is an Academic Advisor at Owens Community College. He has a BA in English from Cedarville University and an MA in Literary and Textual Studies from Bowling Green State University. Adam has worked in Advising at Owens since 2019 and is proud to have been born and raised in Toledo, Ohio. In his free time, you can find Adam exploring the Metroparks, listening to Taylor Swift, and consuming all the latest Star Wars media.
Wednesday, November 6 at 9:30 a.m.
From Idea to Income: Building Your Business Blueprint
Empower yourself with the tools needed to succeed in today’s competitive landscape with this dynamic workshop designed for aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn the fundamentals of starting a business, setting prices that drive profit, and cultivating strong client relationships, empowering you to thrive in any industry.
Valerie Thompson is the owner of Leap Graphics, a graphic design firm. She is the current President of the AAF (American Advertising Association) Toledo Chapter, and the Mosaic (DEI) Co-Chair of the Ohio/Kentucky District. Valerie is a native Toledoan, an alumna of the University of Toledo and a strong advocate for the arts and social justice. In addition to AAF Toledo, she also serves on the boards of the YWCA of Northwest Ohio and TASC (Treatment Accountability for Safer Communities). She is also a member of The Girl Friends, Incorporated – Toledo Chapter, a social organization for professional African American women. Valerie has a love for art, advocacy, public speaking, mentoring and business development.
Wednesday, November 13 at 9:30 a.m.
Followership
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Michael Sander is Dean of the School of Liberal Arts at Owens Community College. He is an educator and percussionist earning a Bachelor of Music from Bowling Green State University and a Master of Percussion Performance from Southern Methodist University. He is currently earning a Ph.D. in Global Leadership and Change at Tiffin University. He is a fervent supporter of liberal arts education and believes experiential learning is key to lifelong learning.
Thursday, November 14 at 1 p.m.
Using Microphone Techniques to Create Unique Recordings
Travis will guide you through various microphone techniques that he uses and teach you interesting ways to use them and incorporate them into your recordings.
Travis Geiman graduated from Bowling Green State University in 2013 with a BA in Music, focusing on recording technology. Shortly after, in 2014, he started Bigfoot Studios and has since worked with many local, national and international artists. His work has received millions of streams and has received many accolades across the world. He received a Blues Music Award in Memphis.
Wednesday, November 20 at 9:30 a.m.
Scroll. Scroll. Click. Click. Using Social Media to Spread Your “Brand”
This session will focus on effectively using social media to market your “brand,” or others’ brands, as well as grow a network with those with similar interests.
Jen Hazel has been a Professor of English at Owens Community College for 16 years, and she hopes to be here for at least another 16!
In addition to her role as a Professor, she has led many projects and initiatives such as revamping the advising program; creating a new student orientation experience; developing campus student mentoring; leading a team in the creation of a co-requisite Composition I course with workshops for educators; and most recently, in conjunction with the manager of tutoring, implemented an embedded tutoring pilot Jen designed; created the Oregon Road Film Series, which includes the ORFS Film Challenge, where Rob Thomas is the co-pilot; leads a team of faculty to publish The Silo, a creative work journal for students and faculty, every spring; and finally, with the Library Director, developed and leads The BIG Read, which raises awareness of different perspectives through literature and accompanying activities across campus and in the surrounding communities.
Jen is also the Humanities Dept. Program Director and designed three new certificates that began last fall — one of which is the Media Influencer Certificate! Even with all these projects, according to Jen, nothing is more amazing than working with students to help them find their “Ah-ha!” moment.
Monday, November 25 at 9:30 a.m.
Performance, Songwriting, Backline, PBS and an Emmy!
Discover Jeff’s “Portfolio Career” as he shares his continuing, professional musical journey.
Jeff Kerscher, Esq. has been a professional vocalist, keyboardist and songwriter since 1978, when he released his first 45-rpm single “Jefferson Avenue” while performing in piano bars. Jeff went on to appear in concerts and nightclubs in 22 states; performing lead vocals and keyboards with the rock bands “High Society,” and “The Affair.” In 1980, High Society released a 45-rpm single of Jeff’s song “Half A Chance” which was also chosen by record company executives to appear on the first FM104 WIOT “Homegrown” Album, in Toledo, Ohio. In 1985, High Society appeared nationwide on MTV, performing Jeff’s song “Read My Lips.” In 1987, the band changed its name to “The Affair” and released its “First Bite” record album, receiving favorable media reviews and radio airplay in OH, MI, IN, and KY, including two live simulcast concerts on FM102 WLRS, in Louisville, KY. From 1990 – 93, Jeff performed his song “Through the Eyes of a Child” in a music video for the Children’s Miracle Network Telethon on Fox TV. From 2010 – 2020, Jeff wrote and produced 80 songs for the PBS Television series “Abracadabra”, and he was recognized by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences when the show was nominated for an Emmy award in 2017. Jeff received an Emmy in 2018. Jeff received a special commendation for songwriting from the late Eddie Rabbit and has been a contributing author to Electronic Musician Magazine.
In 1989, Jeff founded Stage-Pro, Inc. which provides backline production services for hundreds of national concert acts. He is also an attorney and has been representing businesses and families in Perrysburg, Ohio, since 1993.
In 2022, Jeff began blending his “piano bar” roots with his years of experience in rock bands, performing the greatest Classic Rock Piano songs of all time, including music by Journey, Styx, Billy Joel, Elton John, Queen, REO Speedwagon, The Doobie Brothers, Bon Jovi, the Electric Light Orchestra, and many others.