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Owens Community College Student Government Hosts Free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator, Nov. 17

Posted on November 10th, 2008

Presented by the P.E.E.R.S. (Professionals Encouraging Educational Reform Statewide) organization and the College’s Office of Student Activities and Student Government, the free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program will occur from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to partner with P.E.E.R.S. and raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving,” said John Byers, Owens Manager of Student Activities. “Driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated is extremely dangerous and thousands of people die each year because of individuals driving under the influence of alcohol. I encourage people to take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance their knowledge about drinking and driving.”

The actual P.E.E.R.S. AWARE III Simulation System is a portable automobile road simulator which emulates real road driving conditions. It facilitates training and assessment of drivers in the actual vehicle and realistically shows individuals the dangers of drinking and driving. Participants are seated within an actual automobile and utilize virtual reality goggles to fully immerse themselves in the simulation program. The scenery is computer-generated by virtual reality software, which receives data from the wheels and pedals of the vehicle to provide an interactive experience recreating a variety of driving conditions. Individuals initially drive the automobile simulator sober through various scenarios chosen at random by the program, such as driving in the rain and on crowded highways and exits.

At the conclusion of the first simulation, the program advances to an alcohol driving stage in which the participant’s body type, gender and drinks per hour are taken into account. Individuals then drive the automobile simulator from an intoxicated perspective. During the second simulation, infractions caused as a result of the participant’s reckless driving are recorded. At the program’s conclusion, the simulation displays the person’s blood alcohol level and every infraction caused as a result of drinking and driving. Additionally, individuals have the opportunity to watch the simulation from a passenger’s point-of-view on monitors around the simulator.

The P.E.E.R.S. organization also provides literature on drunk driving and presents an impact video highlighting accidents caused by alcohol and the after effects on victims and their families.

In addition, the free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program will be held on the College’s Findlay-area Campus on Tuesday, Nov. 18. The simulation program will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Community Education and Wellness Center.

The College’s Student Government is comprised of individuals who serve as the student body’s voice on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Balancing their time between school and work, Student Government members are constantly initiating new projects and events that cater to the interests of Owens’ student body.

For more information about the Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.com.

Area Students to Learn About Information Technology Careers as Part of Statewide Program at Owens, Nov. 14

Posted on November 7th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Over 270 girls in grades 7-10 from Northwest Ohio will have the opportunity to learn about and explore the various career options available within information technology as Owens Community College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses host a “We Are IT” professional conference on Friday, Nov. 14.

Owens’ “We Are IT” professional conference, which is being held in conjunction with the Ohio IT Business Advisory Network and the Office of Career-Technical and Adult Education of the Ohio Department of Education, is part of a statewide initiative involving 18 college and university campuses working together for the purpose of providing female students with a broad-based introduction to information technology applications and career opportunities. The “We Are IT” professional conferences occurring throughout Ohio are expected to reach over 3,500 girls.

The “We Are IT” event will occur from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus and in the Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the College’s Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is excited to participate in a statewide initiative which is focused on exposing area students to various career options within information technology,” said Lyn Snyder, Owens Professor of Information Systems and Chair of the College’s ‘We Are IT’ professional conference committee. “The demand for information technology workers continues to increase and several information technology-related occupations are recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services as the fastest-growing careers in the nation. ‘We Are IT’ affords students with a great opportunity to obtain first-hand knowledge about this ever-growing career field from Northwest Ohio’s premier information technology educators and working professionals.”

Between 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on the Toledo-area Campus and 9:50-11:30 a.m. and 12-12:30 p.m. on the Findlay-area Campus, conference attendees will have the opportunity to participate in several breakout sessions. Students will explore a wide variety of career paths and vocations in information technology, including 3-D animation using the ALICE Programming Language (Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses), Second Life (Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses), ePortfolios (Findlay-area Campus), wikis and blogs (Findlay-area Campus), Microsoft Office 2007 (Toledo-area Campus), personal web page design (Toledo-area Campus), Photoshop skills (Toledo-area Campus), computer forensics (Toledo-area Campus), computer diagnostics (Toledo-area Campus) and computer security (Toledo-area Campus).

In addition to the lecture portion of each session, the students will be given a project to complete in order to further learn the concepts being taught. Sessions will be taught by various members of Owens’ information technology and electronics faculty and staff, among others.

Students will also have time during lunch to meet individuals from local businesses and ask them questions concerning their professions. Additionally, they will receive information on how to go about choosing a career within information technology after completing their education.

Other academic institutions participating in the statewide initiative include Edison State Community College, University of Akron, Columbus State Community College, Hocking College, Kent State University, Lakeland Community College, North Central State College, Northwest State Community College, Sinclair Community College and Youngstown State University, among others.

Owens offers a wide variety of academic programs within information technology through the College’s School of Business and Information Systems, and past graduates have gone on to high paying careers as computer programmers, systems analysts, Internet support specialists, network support specialists and information systems managers throughout Northwest Ohio. Information technology-specific programs offered at Owens include Computer Programming, E-Business, Information Systems, Networking and Information Systems Support, and Information Technology.

Students from several area schools are expected to be in attendance, including Carey High School, Central Middle School (Findlay City Schools), Clay High School, Continental High School, Donnell Middle School (Findlay City Schools), Eastwood Middle School, Gateway Middle School (Maumee City Schools), Glenwood Middle School (Findlay City Schools), Leverette Junior High School (Toledo Public Schools), Libbey High School, Rogers High School and Woodward High School.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Nursing Students Reach Out to Area Hospital Children With Toy Drive, Nov. 10 – Dec. 9

Posted on November 6th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – The Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is once again working to spread holiday cheer throughout the surrounding communities by hosting its fourth annual Toy Drive benefiting children staying in local hospitals. The organization is currently accepting donations of toys, Nov. 10 – Dec. 9.

“The Owens Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is proud to engage in a project that allows us to give back to the community in a very meaningful way,” said Deanna Hays, Owens registered nursing student and President of the Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association. “The charitable donations will make a world of difference for those children who must spend their holiday in the hospital.”

Hays added, “Many of the Owens nursing students conduct their clinical work in these hospitals. This allows us to show our appreciation for that and to make a significant contribution to the patients.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay, at collection points in the Nursing Lab or the Commons area. On Dec. 10, the Student Nursing Association will wrap the donated toys and distribute them as gifts to children in the Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center, Wood County Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, Lima Memorial Hospital, Fremont Memorial Hospital and Fostoria Community Hospital. Over 210 toys were donated to area hospital children the last three years.

The Owens Student Nursing Association has a rich and storied history, serving as one of the longest active student organizations at the College. In 2005, Owens expanded its student activities opportunities to include a new Findlay-area Campus chapter of the Student Nursing Association. The organization was created for Findlay-area Campus nursing and pre-nursing students with the overall mission of providing avenues for individuals to engage in community service activities, as well as to serve as a support network for nursing students. There are currently 10 nursing students participating in the Findlay-area Campus chapter.

For more information on the Owens Student Nursing Association Toy Drive, call (567) 429-3518 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3518.

Owens Student Organization Hosts Tribute to Veterans, Nov. 11

Posted on November 4th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will honor American service men and women as a student organization hosts Veterans Day activities on Tuesday, Nov. 11

Coordinated by the Student Government, the Veterans Day commemoration event will occur on the College’s Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The activities will commence at 3:30 p.m. with a flag raising ceremony in front of Administration Hall. A moment of silence will follow the flag raising ceremony.

Additionally, Robert Stewart, a decorated Vietnam War veteran and President of the Lucas County Veterans Services Commission, will serve as the guest speaker and discuss his own wartime experience and how it compares to modern day. As part of the ceremony, Stewart will have on display a flag that was flying aboard one of the battleships when the United States was attacked by Japan at Pearl Harbor.

Owens Community College Safety and Safety Security Offers New Public Safety A.L.I.C.E. Training Program, Nov. 13

Posted on November 3rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Northwest Ohio public safety, business and school officials, as well as first responders, interested in receiving hands-on learning related to a new proactive response to a violent attack on a large number of people are invited to participate in a free A.L.I.C.E. Training Program at Owens Community College on Thursday, Nov. 13.

The training program will be offered and facilitated through Owens’ Office of Safety and Security from 1-3 p.m. in College Hall Room 99. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a new innovative training program which builds upon traditional response protocol for individuals in a hostile intruder scenario,” said Julee Cope, Owens Chief of Security. “Seconds are crucial in a life-threatening situation and A.L.I.C.E. training provides strategies for victims to increase their odds of survival. I encourage area residents to take advantage of the free emergency preparedness seminar and the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills and preparation related to unforeseen emergency situations.”

A.L.I.C.E., which stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate, is a rapid-response training program that is designed to educate organizations on how to proactively respond to a violent attack on a large number of people. The program was created by Response Options in Burleson, Texas, with the overall mission of reducing the likelihood of individuals involved in an active shooting becoming a casualty.

During the two-hour training session, Owens safety and security command staff will highlight various strategies and techniques which enhance the traditional response “lockdown” protocol for individuals in a hostile intruder scenario. Attendees will receive experiential training related to becoming better aware of potential threats within an organization, as well as strategies and techniques to counter, confound, confuse and defeat an active shooter. Such measures enable victims to take a proactive approach in a hostile situation and get inside an attacker’s decision cycle by confronting the individual through “organized chaos” tactics.

For more information, or to register for the free class, call (567) 661-2100 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2100.

Owens Student Group Lends Helping Hand to U.S. Soldiers Through Supply Drive, Nov. 3-24

Posted on October 30th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Red Cross Student Club is reaching out to the brave men and women fighting overseas in Afghanistan and Iraq by taking the initiative of holding a “Donations for Soldiers” Supply Drive on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Nov. 3-24

Beginning Monday, Nov. 3, the “Donations for Soldiers” Supply Drive will accept a variety of items, including pens, paper, envelopes, packaged candy, coffee, creamer, coffee filters, gloves, socks, ChapStick, spices, gum and mints. Monetary donations also will be accepted to help cover the cost of shipping. The donation drive will run through Nov. 24.

“The Owens Community College Red Cross Student Club is honored to support the U.S. soldiers through the ‘Donations for Soldiers’ Supply Drive,” said Christine Sutherland, Owens President of the Red Cross Student Club. “The ‘Donations for Soldiers’ Supply Drive is just one small way that we can extend our appreciation to America’s troops.”

Sutherland added, “The donations accepted over the next month will help in bringing a little of the United States to Afghanistan and Iraq.”

Additionally, soldiers have requested miscellaneous items like footballs, Frisbees, soccer balls, crossword puzzles, decks of playing cards, disposable cameras, magazines, and new or used DVDs or CDs.

Owens has set up a variety of collection points around the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Area residents can drop off their charitable donations on the Toledo-area Campus at the Student Health and Activities Center, the Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building, Health Technologies Hall and the College Hall Bookstore and Atrium. On the Findlay-area Campus, collection points are within the College’s Commons area.

At the “Donations for Soldier’s” conclusion, Owens Red Cross Student Club members will prepare care packages for the soldiers overseas that will include the donated items, as well as thank you letter and correspondences.

For a complete list of requested items for the “Donations for Soldiers” Supply Drive, or to make a donation, call (567) 661-7583 of 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Community Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar, Nov. 8

Posted on October 29th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to begin their holiday shopping a little early as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus’ Students Involved organization hosts the second annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 8.

The Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar, which is free and open to the public, will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

More than 40 vendors will be on hand selling various gift items and holiday dÈcor. Items on hand for sale will include holiday wreathes, ornaments and crafts, as well as rugs, jewelry, pottery, baby blankets, purses, soaps, candles and Tupperware. Attendees can also purchase assorted baked goods, including hard candies and pies, among many other edible delights.

In addition, individuals will have the opportunity to purchase items from organizations that include Longaberger, Mary Kay, Home Interiors, The Pampered Chef and Creative Memories. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the day at minimal cost.

The College’s Students Involved is comprised of individuals on the Findlay-area Campus that are constantly initiating new projects and events that cater to the interests of Owens’ student body and the surrounding communities.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Hancock County Relay for Life. Last year’s event raised over $1,400 in support of cancer awareness and research. For more information, call (567) 429-3542 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3542.

Owens and Ohio Job and Family Services to Present Second Annual Veterans Job Search Workshop and Fair, Nov. 4-6

Posted on October 28th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area veterans are invited to learn about and explore various career opportunities available throughout the region, as well as acquire the necessary job-search skills and resources to enter the workforce, as the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services presents the second annual Veterans Job Search Workshop and Fair at Owens Community College, Nov. 4-6.

Coordinated by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, the Veterans Job Search Workshop and Fair will occur at the College’s Workforce and Community Services. Owens is located on Tracy Road in Northwood. Admission to the event is free and all veterans are encouraged to attend.

“Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services is proud to collaborate with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services and assist area veterans with their career aspirations,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Events such as the Veterans Job Search Workshop and Fair are great vehicles for individuals to not only learn about different employment opportunities but to seek advice from business professionals, explore the current job market and acquire important career development knowledge and skills all in three days.”

“It is a great honor to put these types of programs together for our veterans,” added Jason Brown, Veteran Intensive Services Coordinator for the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. “I can think of no better way to honor our returning troops and veterans than to provide for them opportunities to better themselves through gainful employment once they return from duty.”

Beginning at 9 a.m., Tuesday-Wednesday, Nov. 4-5, area veterans will have the opportunity to acquire information related to business professionalism, resume writing, interviewing and job-search skills, among many other areas, as part of a free, two-day job search workshop. The educational seminars will conclude each day at 4 p.m.

Additionally, Owens Workforce and Community Services will serve as host to a veterans job fair on Thursday, Nov. 6, where area veterans will have the chance to meet with local business representatives and ask them questions about their professions and respective organizations. Attendees will also be able to fill out applications for various employment opportunities. The veterans job fair will take place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Over 60 local and regional employers are expected to be in attendance such as FirstEnergy Corp., PepsiAmericas Inc., FedEx Ground, TolTest Inc., Ohio State Highway Patrol, Vaughn Industries and Schneider National Inc., among many others. In addition, Owens will have information available for those individuals interested in pursuing a college education. Area residents are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

The Veterans Job Search Workshop and Fair is sponsored by the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission, Tim Hortons, Michigan Institute of Aviation and Technology, Ralphies Restaurant, TRAINCO Inc., Lucas County Workforce Development Agency and Owens Community College. For more information or to register, call (419) 213-6337 or (419) 213-6389.

Owens Community College Students to Host Community Blood Drive, Oct. 29

Posted on October 21st, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 29.

The Blood Drive will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the north court of the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The Blood Drive will be staffed by Owens surgical technologist students.

“Owens Community College is extremely pleased to be involved in such a beneficial endeavor with the American Red Cross,” said Kris Flickinger, Owens Associate Professor of Surgical Technologies. “This is the College’s 34th year partnering with the American Red Cross. Our goal is to have over 100 people donate and collect at least 82 units for the local need.”

Qualified donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh between 110 and 350 pounds and not have given blood in the past eight weeks. In addition, individuals should feel well the day of the Blood Drive, be in general good health and have a picture ID (preferably a driver’s license). The Blood Drive is open to Owens employees and students, as well as area residents. Walk-ins are welcome until 2:30 p.m.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region, which comprises Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, is in need of 300 units of donated blood each day to serve 23 Northwest Ohio hospitals.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. In addition, all donors will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, contact the College’s School of Health Sciences at (567) 661-7310 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7310. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.givelife.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCPERRYSBURG or calling the above number.

Owens Learning Center at The Source Hosts Tie and Scarf Collection Drive, Oct. 21 – Nov. 7

Posted on October 20th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Learning Center at The Source is encouraging area residents to bring new or gently-worn ties and scarves to its downtown location or the Toledo-area Campus to benefit underserved individuals entering the workforce as the academic institution hosts its first-ever Professional Clothing Drive, Oct. 21 – Nov. 7.

Area residents can drop off their charitable donations on the Toledo-area Campus within the College’s Copy Center in Administration Hall or at Owens’ Learning Center at The Source in the main office area. The Learning Center is located on Monroe Street in downtown Toledo, while the Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

All donated ties and scarves will be presented to underserved individuals participating in the Owens Learning Center’s “Tying It All Together” career development and resource fair on Monday, Nov. 17. The career development and resource fair, which is free and open to the public, will provide attendees with information related to business professionalism, resume writing, interviewing and job-search skills. Individuals will also obtain materials from various community partnership agencies about child care services, public transportation and health/nutrition awareness.

Additionally, volunteers will be on hand at the “tie tying” booth to teach individuals about tying a tie. The “Tying It All Together” event will occur from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at The Source.

“Owens Community College’s Learning Center at The Source sees the professional clothing drive as a great opportunity to provide area residents with the much-needed resources to enter the workforce with confidence in order to achieve their career aspirations,” said Kita Graham, Owens Director of the Learning Center at The Source. “I encourage individuals to help in supporting the “Tying It All Together” initiative by donating to the professional clothing drive program.”

In 2007, Owens expanded its access to higher educational opportunities within Lucas County by opening the Learning Center at The Source. The new facility is specifically designed to connect education and training to employment.

Owens’ 11,367 square-feet Learning Center is located within The Source complex and provides the region with expanded educational choices and options. Highlighted features include five academic classrooms, two computer laboratories and a nursing laboratory, all with state-of-the-art technology and academic resources designed to enhance learning through hands-on instruction and exercises.

As part of the professional clothing drive program, Perrysburg’s Bell-Aire Cleaners has agreed to clean the donated ties free of charge. For more information about the professional clothing drive, call (567) 661-7503 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7503.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Health Career Expo, Oct. 23

Posted on October 16th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents and students with career aspirations in a health-related field are invited to learn about and explore various employment opportunities available throughout Northwest Ohio as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus hosts its annual Health Career Expo on Thursday, Oct. 23.

Sponsored by Owens’ J.O.B.S. (Job Opportunities Brought to Students) Office, the Owens Health Career Expo will run from 2-4:30 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“The need for qualified health care professionals continues to grow at an alarming rate,” said Gentry Dixon, Owens Coordinator of Student and Alumni Placement. “Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event in which we can assist in connecting future nurses, dental hygienists and radiographers with the health care community and employment opportunities. Events such as the Health Career Expo are a great vehicle for individuals to not only learn about different employment opportunities but seek advice from longtime health care professionals.”

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local health care representatives and ask them questions about their professions or how to go about choosing a career path in the health field. In addition, attendees will be able to fill out applications for various employment opportunities.

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Absolute Rehabilitation and Consulting Services, Blue Sky Therapy, Autumnwood Care Center, Med1Care, Lima Memorial Health System, Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, the Cleveland Clinic, Marion General Hospital, Wood County Hospital and Wood Haven Health Care.

In addition, Owens will have information available for those individuals interested in pursuing a college education. Owens offers a wide variety of academic programs through the College’s School of Health Sciences, and past graduates from these academic program have gone on to become dental hygienists, dietetic technicians, chefs, hotel and restaurant managers, occupational therapy assistants, health information technicians, radiographers and ultrasound technologists throughout Northwest Ohio.

For more information, contact the College’s J.O.B.S. Office at (567) 661-7556 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7556.

Owens Community College Students Host First-Ever Quiz Bowl Invitational, Oct. 18

Posted on October 15th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Colleges and universities throughout Ohio and Michigan will converge in Perrysburg Township to test their mental capacity and intellectual skills as Owens Community College serves as host to the first-ever academic Quiz Bowl Invitational on Saturday, Oct. 18.

Presented by the College’s Student Activities, the competition will occur from 1-8 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Competing quiz bowl programs will include Owens (two teams), Michigan State University, Bowling Green State University, the University of Michigan (two teams), Miami University (two teams) and Ohio University Southern. The event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Owens Community is excited to welcome several prestigious intercollegiate quiz bowl programs to Northwest Ohio for the first-ever Owens Quiz Bowl Invitational,” said John Byers, Owens Manager of Student Involvement. “I anticipate a great day of competition where individuals will have the opportunity to put their academic knowledge to the test in a fun, competitive environment.”

Teams, comprising five students, will compete against each school twice during the nine-round invitational. The designated team with the highest score at the conclusion of the nine rounds will be crowned the first-ever Owens Quiz Bowl Invitational champion. In addition, awards will be presented to the top four individuals answering the most correct questions.

As part of the competition, each team will have the opportunity to answer correctly a total of 24 tossup questions during two halves (12 questions per half) of a quiz bowl match. Correct answers will result in 10 or 15 points being earned per team followed by a bonus question worth a maximum of 30 points.

All questions, which will be verbally communicated to teams via moderator, will focus on academic areas consistent with curriculum taught at the collegiate level. Among the categories are science, fine arts, geography, literature and history, as well as a few select questions related to popular culture and sports. In order to answer a question, participants must attempt to buzz in prior to their competition.

Owens Quiz Bowl Invitational questions are sanctioned by National Academic Quiz Tournaments (NAQT) LLC, which organizes high school and collegiate national quiz bowl championships throughout North America. Over 60 colleges and universities are affiliated with the national organization.

For more information about the upcoming Owens Quiz Bowl Invitational, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7583.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Health Career Expo, Oct. 21

Posted on October 14th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents and students with career aspirations in a health-related field are invited to learn about and explore various employment opportunities available throughout Northwest Ohio as the Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus hosts its annual Health Career Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 21.

Sponsored by Owens’ J.O.B.S. (Job Opportunities Brought to Students) Office, the Owens Health Career Expo will run from 2-4:30 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Mercy Health Partners, St. Luke’s Hospital, University Medical Center at the University of Toledo, ProMedica Health System, the Cleveland Clinic and Wood Haven Health Care, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s J.O.B.S. Office at (567) 661-7556 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7556.

Owens Community College’s Student Government Offers ‘Halloween Alternative’ for Area Children, Oct. 24

Posted on October 10th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Friendly ghosts, skeletons and witches will abound as Owens Community College hosts a variety of free games and activities as part of its third annual “Halloween Alternative” for children ages 12 and under on Friday, Oct. 24.

Sponsored by the College’s Student Government, the child-friendly haunted evening will take place from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. All activities are free and area residents are welcome to attend with their children.

“Owens Community College’s ‘Halloween Alternative’ is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy an evening full of fun and entertainment in a safe, warm, indoor setting,” said Rachel Wismer, Owens Student Government Representative and Chair of Activities. “Halloween is considered a very special day by many children. The College’s Student Government is proud to provide an event for the Northwest Ohio community that captures the Halloween spirit and excitement.”

Children attending Owens’ “Halloween Alternative” will be able to participate in a variety of arts, crafts and games during their visit, highlighted by coloring festive Halloween pictures, bouncing around in an inflatable gym and scaling a rock climbing wall. Attendees also will be given a trick-or-treat bag to decorate with their favorite colors and unique Halloween designs. Throughout their haunted adventure, children will trick-or-treat for candy from Owens students.

Additionally, “Halloween Alternative” will include various refreshments and snacks for all attendees, including donuts and apple cider.

For more information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Hosts Care Fair for Health, Oct. 15

Posted on October 8th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents and high school students are invited to learn about ways to make their lives more enjoyable through healthy living as Owens Community College hosts Care Fair for Health 2008 on Wednesday, Oct. 15.

The care fair is sponsored by the Owens School of Health Sciences’ faculty and students and will occur from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event dedicated to educating area residents and students about our nation’s growing health concerns,” said Jennifer Irelan, Owens Director of Recruitment and Care Fair for Health Committee Co-Chair. “Throughout the day, individuals can take advantage of the various health services and advice being offered by Northwest Ohio’s premiere health care community.”

Attendees will have the opportunity to gain practical health information from more than 60 displays outlining a diverse array of topics, including CPR, cancer information and care, fire safety, nutrition and culinary arts, genetic information, mental health, substance abuse, HIV awareness, sports care and stress management. Additionally, individuals will be able to test their personal health through free screenings and tests, including blood pressure and blood sugar screenings. There will also be a representative available to answer questions and provide information on the College’s Health Services Center.

In addition, Meijer Pharmacy of Rossford will be on hand to provide free bone density tests and scans. Flu shots and blood sugar screenings will also be available from ProMedica Health Systems. Receipts will be distributed for use as documentation for insurance reimbursement.

Organizations on hand from the health care community will include the Healing Arts Institute, Healthy Toledo, ProMedica Cancer Institute, Mobile Meals of Toledo, Life Connection of Ohio, St. Vincent Mercy Burn Care Center, the University of Toledo Medical Center and the Northwest Ohio Regional Genetics Center, among others. Attendees can also view a medical helicopter air unit in the Student Health and Activities Center parking lot during the event.

Additionally, students in Owens’ Massage Therapy program and the Student Nurses Association will be providing free massages and holding a bake sale, respectively. The College’s safety and security officers will also offer information on the Heimlich maneuver and CPR through a “Choking Charlie” demonstration.

Additionally, Owens will have information available for those individuals interested in pursuing a college education. Owens offers a wide variety of academic programs through the College’s School of Health Sciences, and past graduates from these academic program have gone on to become dental hygienists, dietetic technicians, chefs, hotel and restaurant managers, occupational therapy assistants, health information technicians, radiographers and ultrasound technologists throughout Northwest Ohio.

Local high schools attending the event will include Clay High School, Libbey High School, Millstream Career and Technology Center, Patrick Henry High School, Penta Career Center, Sentinel Career Center, Vanguard Career Center, Scott High School, Sylvania Northview High School, Tiffin Columbian High School, Toledo Christian Schools, Wayne Trace High School, Whitmer High School and Woodward High School.

All activities are free and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information, call (567) 661-7421 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7421.

Owens’ Community Terrace View CafÈ Announces Fall Semester Menu, Oct. 7 – Dec. 4

Posted on October 3rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse the world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the hospitality management and culinary arts programs unveil fall menu selections in the community Terrace View CafÈ.

The student-run Terrace View CafÈ is open to the public during the academic year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality department, is located in College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View CafÈ will be open to area residents for lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is only $7.25 and reservations are required.

“Owens Community College is proud to showcase the hospitality management and culinary arts’ students many talents and skills in a professional restaurant setting involving Northwest Ohio residents as patrons,” said Chef Bill Powell, Owens Instructor of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality. “The Terrace View CafÈ provides a unique learning experience for students in the hospitality management and culinary arts programs and helps instructors bridge the gap between the textbook learning and the everyday demands of actual chefs and industry leaders.”

The Terrace View CafÈ will be available to guests starting Tuesday, Oct. 7, with a Floribbean theme that features a sautÈed breast of chicken with tamarind-ginger sauce as the entrÈe. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection on Tuesdays, while Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Fall Semester dates and entrÈe listings include Oct. 9 (beef wellington with red wine sauce), Oct. 14 (macadamia-crusted mahi mahi with wasabi cream served atop steamed jasmine rice), Oct. 16 (smothered chicken with red onions and feta cheese), Oct. 21 (grilled Apache-style pork cutlets with roasted fingerling), Oct. 23 (rosemary chicken in mushroom sauce), Oct. 28 (stuffed pork with apples and prunes), Oct. 30 (kielbasa in polish sauce with carrots and sauerkraut), Nov. 4 (panned chicken with homemade fettuccini), Nov. 6 (lamb and vegetable pilaf), Nov. 11 (“Shaker-style” turkey cutlets with roasted potatoes and pearl onions), Nov. 13 (sliced steaks with sauerbraten and spiced red cabbage), Nov. 18 (roast turkey roulade filled with New England bread stuffing), Nov. 20 (Szechwan shrimp over white rice with broccoli spears), Dec. 2 (pork medallions encrusted in Maytag blue cheese and fresh herbs or pioneer buffalo stew with fry bread) and Dec. 4 (to be announced). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose a vegetarian preparation if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Also, meals are available for take out.

Owens culinary arts program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the rapidly growing culinary arts industry. Both the associate’s degree and certificate prepares students for food preparation positions in restaurants, hotels, health care facilities, resorts and country clubs.

In addition to culinary arts, the College offers an associate’s degree in hospitality management. As part of the program, students are provided with the skills and educational curriculum for a successful career in the diverse areas of hospitality management. Owens’ hospitality management program prepares students for management and supervisory positions in hotels, restaurants, resorts and institutions.

For additional information about Owens’ Terrace View CafÈ lunch menu or to make a reservation, visit www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Health Career Day, Oct. 14

Posted on October 2nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options within the growing field of health care as Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus hosts Health Career Day on Tuesday, Oct. 14.

Health Career Day is free and will occur from 9-11:30 a.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

“Health Career Day is a great opportunity for area residents to be exposed to an array of educational opportunities and career choices within the health career field,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services on the Findlay-area Campus. “The demand for future health care professionals continues to increase and several health-related occupations are recognized as some of the fastest-growing careers in the nation. Owens Community College is excited to host an event where individuals will be able to learn more about the role health professionals play in our everyday lives and gain insight into how to go about choosing various career paths after high school.”

The event begins at 9 a.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center Room 117 with welcome remarks and a presentation on career opportunities available within the health career field.

Between 10-11 a.m., attendees will have the opportunity to hear presentations and enjoy tours of the School of Health Sciences’ labs. Each laboratory features state-of-the-art technology and academic resources specific to higher education degrees and certificates within the areas of medical assistant, massage therapy, registered nursing, practical nursing and nurse assistant training, among others.

In addition, individuals will have the opportunity to participate in various educational sessions facilitated by the School of Health Sciences’ faculty members. The educational sessions will provide attendees with group experiential learning and hands-on activities related to blood pressure and vision screenings, bone identification, massages, hand grip strength testing, and vital signs observation, among many other areas. Individuals will also receive a demonstration of the College’s human patient simulator technology.

Owens offers a wide variety of academic programs through the College’s School of Health Sciences on the Findlay-area Campus, and graduates have gone on to become registered nurses, massage therapists and medical assistants throughout Northwest Ohio.

Attendees will also be provided with free refreshments in the Activities Center during their visit. For more information, or to register, contact the College’s Enrollment Services Office at (567) 429-3515 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3515.

‘Evil Brothers: A True Crime Story’ Author Frank Stiles to Speak at Owens Community College, Oct. 1

Posted on September 30th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into the investigation of arguably one of Toledo’s most horrific murder rampages are invited to a free lecture featuring “Evil Brothers: A True Crime Story” author and law enforcement expert Frank Stiles at Owens Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 1.

Presented by the College’s School of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Stiles’ lecture presentation will take place at 2 p.m. in the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Building Rooms 145-147 on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

During his lecture, Stiles will provide details into the lives of Anthony and Nathaniel Cook who systematically destroyed lives, families and the peace of Toledo in a rampage of rapes and murder. The two brothers killed at least nine people, preying on mostly young couples near their home. Stiles, who served as the lead detective during the investigation and arrest of the Cook brothers, will offer insight into the forensics and investigative methods used to bring the two individuals to justice.

A Toledo native, Stiles joined the Toledo Police Division in April 1965 after completing a two-year tour of duty with the U.S. Army. Following two years as a street Police Officer, Stiles was promoted to Detective. During the next 23 years he worked as an investigator throughout the Detective Bureau. After being promoted to Sergeant, Stiles supervised nearly all sections of the bureau and investigated many of the division’s high-profile crimes. In addition, he has taught at the Toledo Police Academy and lectured at several area colleges and universities. During his law enforcement career, he made thousands of felony arrests and has an approximate 98 percent conviction rate.

His honors include receiving many policeman-of-the-year awards, both at the city and state level, as well as several national award nominations.

Retiring after 25 years with the police division, Stiles took a position with Lions Stores as their Loss Prevention Director. In January 1999, he was hired by Lucas County Prosecuting Attorney Julia R. Bates as the office’s Chief Investigation, a position he holds today.

For additional information about the event, call (567) 661-7630 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7630.

Owens Community College Student Activities Presents Carnegie Mellon Professor Randy Pausch’s ‘The Last Lecture’, Sept. 30

Posted on September 29th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to join Owens Community College students and employees in viewing a broadcast version of former Carnegie Mellon University Professor Randy Pausch’s “The Last Lecture” on Tuesday, Sept. 30. The broadcast will be shown in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre at 12 p.m.

Presented by the Office of Student Activities, “The Last Lecture” is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Pausch, who died of complications from pancreatic cancer, is highly regarded for inspiring countless students in the classroom and others worldwide through his acclaimed “The Last Lecture”. Also a Carnegie Mellon alumnus, Pausch co-founded the Entertainment Technology Center and led researchers who created Alice, a revolutionary way to teach computer programming.

Outside of the classroom, Pausch gained public fame for delivering what would come to be known as “The Last Lecture”. On Sept. 18, 2007, only a month after doctors told him that he had three-to-six months to live following a recurrence of pancreatic cancer, he presented a lecture called “Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams” to a packed auditorium at Carnegie Mellon.

The moving and often humorous talk recounted his efforts to achieve such childhood dreams as becoming a professional football player, experiencing zero gravity and developing Disney World attractions. In the process, he shared his insights on finding the good in other people, working hard to overcome obstacles and living generously.

The video appeared on countless websites and has been viewed by millions. Television appearances included the “Oprah Winfrey Show”, ABC’s “Good Morning America” and “The CBS Evening News”. In addition, a book version of “The Last Lecture”, which was co-written by Jeff Zaslow of the “Wall Street Journal”, became a best-seller upon its release this past spring.

For more information about Pausch’s “The Last Lecture” visit www.cmu.edu/randyslecture, or contact the Office of Student Activities at (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Diversity Expert and Author Dr. Vincent Parrillo to Speak at Owens Community College, Oct. 6

Posted on September 24th, 2008

Dr. Vincent Parrillo

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into the past, present and future of diversity and multiculturalism in America are invited to a free lecture featuring nationally-known author and diversity expert Dr. Vincent Parrillo at Owens Community College on Monday, Oct. 6.

Sponsored by the College’s Social and Behavioral Sciences Department, Parrillo’s lecture presentation will occur at 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. In addition, a reception for Parrillo will take place prior to his lecture presentation at 11 a.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda.

“Owens Community College is excited to provide the campus and community with the extraordinary opportunity to hear a nationally sought-after scholar lecture on diversity and world cultures,” said Denise Shuster, Owens Chair of Social and Behavioral Sciences. “Dr. Vincent Parrillo’s work is significant not only to the field of sociology but across all academic disciplines. His years of experience and scholarship will provide those in attendance with insight into relevant social issues surrounding diversity.”

Parrillo serves as a Professor and Graduate Director in the Department of Sociology at William Paterson University in Wayne, N.J., and is regarded as an internationally-recognized expert in the field of immigration, multiculturalism and diversity. He has spoken on these topics on numerous occasions throughout Canada, Europe and the United States to public as well as college and university audiences under the sponsorship of the U.S. Information Agency. Additionally, Parrillo has gone on numerous assignments for the U.S. Information Agency to confer with national leaders in Canada, the Czech Republic, Germany, Norway, Romania and Sweden on issues relating to immigration and intergroup tensions.

A 2000 Fulbright Teaching Fellow at Palacky University in the Czech Republic and a scholar-in-residence at the University of Pisa in Italy, Parrillo’s many accomplishments include receiving recognition in the “International Who’s Who in Education” and the Outstanding Educator of America Award. In 2004, William Paterson University honored him with the Excellence in Scholarship Award.

Parrillo is the Executive Producer and Writer of two award-winning PBS television documentaries: “Smokestack and Steeples: A Portrait of Paterson” and “Ellis Island: Gateway to America”. His scholarly articles have appeared in such journals as the “Social Science Journal”, “Sociological Forum” and “Small Group Behavior”, and some of them have been published in eight languages. In addition, Parrillo has published several books, including “Strangers to These Shores”, “Diversity in America” and “Understanding Race and Ethnic Relations”, among many others. He also is Vice President of the Eastern Sociological Society and was its Robin M. Williams Jr. Distinguished Lecturer for 2005-06.

He earned a bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University, a master’s degree from Montclair State University and a doctorate from Rutgers University.

For additional information about the event, call (567) 661-7180 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7180.

Owens Community College Hosts DECA Fall Frenzy, Sept. 26

Posted on September 18th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Students from eight area high schools will showcase their knowledge and skills in marketing, merchandising, management and entrepreneurship as they compete in the DECA Fall Frenzy as part of a collaborative effort between Owens Community College and Penta Career Center. The event will take place at Owens on Friday, Sept. 26.

DECA Fall Frenzy will occur from 8:15 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again partner with Penta Career Center and host an event dedicated to enhancing student skills related to careers within the business field,” said Jennifer Irelan, Owens Director of Recruitment. “I expect each participating student to display a high level of knowledge about marketing, merchandising, management and entrepreneurship as future business leaders, which will certainly make for a very exciting day of competition.”

DECA, which stands for “Distributive Education Clubs of America”, is a national organization dedicated to enhancing educational and career opportunities for high school and college students within the areas of marketing, management and entrepreneurship. Since its founding in 1946, DECA has remained on the cutting edge of educational innovation, working with the business community to integrate academic achievement with career and technical skills. Each year the organization’s scholarship program awards over $250,000 in financial assistance to students, which are generated from more than 50 corporations.

Throughout the day, students will be faced with various real-world business scenarios in which they will have to provide explanations on how to effectively manage the situation. Such role-play scenarios will include apparel and accessories, business services, food marketing, marketing management, full-serve restaurant, quick-serve restaurant, retail merchandising, and vehicles and petroleum. In addition, participants will make presentations in the areas of hospitality, finance, sports, travel and e-commerce. Students will also take a written examination and participate in activities that will test their interview skills.

The event will conclude with an awards ceremony at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center. The top five individuals will be honored based on judging of the team and series competitions.

Local high schools competing in the fall DECA competition include Anthony Wayne High School, Bowling Green High School, Springfield High School, Maumee High School, Penta Career Center, Oak Harbor High School, Perrysburg High School and Rossford High School.

Owens’ School of Business and Information Systems provides educational opportunities in a variety of associate degree and certificate programs, preparing students for careers in such areas as accounting, international business, marketing and sales, information systems, and office administration, among other career fields.

For more information about the DECA event, call (567) 661-7188 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7188.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, Sept. 25

Posted on September 18th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Thursday, Sept. 25.

The Blood Drive will occur from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Qualified donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh between 110 and 350 pounds and not have given blood within 56 days prior to their donation. In addition, individuals should feel well the day of the Blood Drive and be in general good health. The Blood Drive is open to Owens employees and students, as well as area residents. Walk-ins are welcome. Photo identification is required to donate.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region, which comprises Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, requires 290 units of donated blood to keep its 22 hospitals adequately supplied on a daily basis.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Fall Plant Sale, Sept. 24-25

Posted on September 12th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents seeking to add new life and color to their gardens and yards this fall are encouraged to attend the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club’s annual Fall Plant Sale at Owens Community College, Sept. 24-25.

The plant sale will be held from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on both days next to the new greenhouse, which is near the entrance to the Owens Math/Science Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The sale will feature a wide selection of shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses, and rare and unusual trees, among other items. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

According to Chris Foley, Owens Associate Professor of Life/Natural Sciences and Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Advisor, the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is excited to once again offer individuals the exciting opportunity to purchase select trees and shrubs at a minimal cost for the upcoming fall planting season.

“What individuals might not realize is that the fall is actually a very good time to plant trees and shrubs,” stated Foley. “The ground is still warm from the summer months and the soil is very moist. These conditions promote great root growth for plants through December. Plants benefit greatly from the fall planting because by the time the next hot, dry weather comes around they will have already established a strong root system.”

All proceeds from the plant sale will help in supporting the organization’s participation in the PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Student Career Days, which is a national horticultural and landscape competition involving colleges and universities across the country. This year’s competition will take place in California.

Shrubs on hand will include the Purple Beauty Berry, Dwarf Burning Bush, Dwarf Fothergilla, False Cypress, Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Weigela and a wide assortment of many others. Available trees will feature rare types such as Japanese Stripped-bark Maple, Redbud and Bald Cypress. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell an array of perennials, including select hostas, lavender, asters and ornamental grasses. A complete listing of the available plants with their prices is available online at www.owens.edu/direct/plantsale08.pdf.

The College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club was founded in 2005 with the mission of fostering stronger bonds among students majoring in the Landscape and Turfgrass Management program. Among the organization’s main initiatives is creating a network between alumni and current students to help in assisting individuals pursue careers within the landscape, turfgrass and related horticulture industries. The group also hosts fundraisers to support club outreach activities in the surrounding communities.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Community College Student Government Celebrates Constitution Day with Community Events, Sept. 15

Posted on September 10th, 2008

Kerri Strug

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Student Government is inviting their fellow students, as well as area residents, to join in celebrating Constitution Day with a series of community events on Monday, Sept. 15.

All Constitution Day activities are free and will occur on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Student Government is proud to celebrate the signing of our country’s U.S. Constitution and its importance to preserving American freedom and democracy,” said Nicholas Huenefeld, Owens Student Government President. “The events occurring on both campuses will focus on the importance of voting and how each person’s vote can make a difference in the democratic process.”

Beginning at 10 a.m. on Sept. 15, Olympic gold medalist Kerri Strug, who is a political appointee at the U.S. Department of Justice in the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, will make an appearance at Owens’ Toledo-area Campus to stress the importance of voting in today’s society and participating in the political conversation during an open discussion. Strug’s presentation will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre.

Strug vaulted into Olympic history during the 1996 Olympic Games where she landed a vault on an injured ankle to help the United States clinch its first Olympic gold medal in the team gymnastics competition. Her emotional performance has earned Strug a variety of awards and accolades, from the Olympic Spirit Award to a spot on the Wheaties Box.

Strug became the youngest American on the Olympic squad in 1992, where she earned a bronze medal in the Barcelona Olympics. She was a three-time World Championship medalist and a member of five World Championship teams since 1991.

Only three months after the 1996 Olympics, Strug started college and earned a bachelor’s degree in communications and master’s degree in sociology from Stanford University. Following graduation, she worked as a second grade teacher in San Jose, Calif.

Despite her busy schedule, Strug volunteers her time and energy to a variety of charitable causes. She has served as spokesperson for the Special Olympics and the Children’s Miracle Network and has participated in projects with DARE, Pediatric AIDS, Make-a-Wish Foundation and Childhelp. An author of two books, Strug reaches out to others who can be inspired by her determination both inside and outside the gym. “Heart of Gold” targets younger readers who can learn of Strug’s ups and downs as a young gymnast. Her autobiography, “Landing on my Feet: A Diary of Dreams”, focuses on the hard work and commitment that led to her heroic Olympic performance.

Strug now resides in Washington D.C. and has held several positions in the federal government, including a position in the Office of Presidential Student Correspondence at the White House, the U.S. Department of the Treasury in the Office of General Counsel and currently a political appointee at the U.S. Department of Justice in the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.

In addition to the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to receive a free U.S. Constitution pocket booklet titled “U.S. Constitution and Fascinating Facts About It” from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda on the Toledo-area Campus. Individuals will be able to pick up a free booklet and participate in a U.S. Constitution trivia contest from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Commons.

Owens student representatives will also have voter registration forms available on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses from 12-2 p.m. during the Constitution Day events.

Established in 2004, Constitution Day celebrates the significant moment in U.S. history when 39 delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document that defined and separated powers of the federal government on Sept. 17, 1787.

For more information about the various Constitution Day activities, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Student Government Observes 9/11 Tragedy With Public Display

Posted on September 5th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Student Government is inviting their fellow students, as well as area residents, to join them on the Toledo-area Campus and pay tribute to those victims and heroes that lost their lives in the Sept. 11 tragedy seven years ago.

On Thursday, Sept. 11, individuals can view a memorial display in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda commemorating the seventh anniversary of the terrorist attack from 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

“Owens’ Student Government is encouraging community members to honor, not forget, those people who lost their lives on that fateful Sept. 11 morning,” said Nicholas Huenefeld, Owens Student Government President. “Even seven years later, so many people’s lives are still affected by the attack that day. We must do our part to respect, remember and honor our fellow American’s legacy and the fight for freedom.”

According to Huenefeld, the display is certain to evoke a somber mood and a flood of emotion.

“The display will include an elaborate floral arrangement, which will be generously donated by Ken’s Flower Shops, as well as newspaper clippings and photos from the tragic event,” he stated. “In an effort to fully honor and remember every victim of that day, a complete name listing of those that perished will also be on display.”

In addition, Owens student Myrta Gschaar of Maumee will share the story about losing her husband, Robert, as a result of the terrorist attacks on the second tower at the World Trade Center in New York City. Gschaar will display an array of artifacts from Sept. 11, including a piece of steel from the World Trade Center site that an artist masterfully handcrafted and sent to each victim’s family. The world language concentration major will be sharing her message at the display in the afternoon.

Owens Community College to Host Diamante Awards, Sept. 12

Posted on September 5th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will once again serve as host to the Diamante Awards celebration, which recognizes individuals and organizations for their achievements and service to the Latino community, this year with the event occurring on Friday, Sept. 12 in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. The Diamante Awards event begins at 6 p.m. on the College’s Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to the four Diamante (“diamond” in Spanish) Awards, scholarships will be presented to over 40 students from Owens Community College, Bowling Green State University, Lourdes College and The University of Toledo – the four Northwest Ohio institutions whose partnership in the awards program benefits their Latino students.

Gregory A. Guzman, Director of Student Financial Aid at Bowling Green State University, will provide opening and closing comments at the public event. At 9 p.m., a silent auction will take place to raise scholarship funds and feature an array of donated items from the surrounding communities.

Azteca Show will also provide music during the evening, and representatives of each of the four collaborating institutions will offer remarks. Major sponsorship for the ceremony is provided by The Chrysler Foundation.

Among the four award honorees will be Oriana Orozco of Toledo, a junior at Lourdes College who is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in marketing. She will receive the Latina Youth Leadership Award. A former recipient of the Cesar Chavez Humanitarian Award and numerous scholarships, including the Diamante, Orozco is a leader within the Latino student community at Lourdes College. In 2007, she was elected President of the Lourdes College Latino Student Union (LSU), a role in which she still holds. Through fundraisers, the LSU has raised substantial dollars for migrant families throughout Northwest Ohio.

In addition to her involvement with LSU, Orozco is active in Lourdes’ “Get in the Game New Student Orientation Program” and volunteers at various campus-sponsored events, including Latino Career Day and the College’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. Additionally, she volunteers at Washington Church as a MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers) Nanny.

Albert Flores of Toledo will be named the Latino Adult Leadership Award recipient. Flores’ commitment to the area youth of Northwest Ohio has spanned over 33 years of dedicated service.

As a school teacher at Libbey High School, Flores continuously stresses to his students about the importance of a college education. From guiding students through the FAFSA application process to advocating and guiding individuals through scholarship opportunities at area academic institutions, Flores gives tirelessly of his time to help them achieve academic and career success. In addition to teaching, Flores serves on the EXCEL board at The University of Toledo and recently began tutoring University student-athletes.

Mark Pickett of Fremont, Professor of Civil Engineering at The University of Toledo, will be named the recipient of the Friend of the Latino Community Award. Picket has been a longtime advocate in creating opportunities for students who face great challenges in their education pursuits, especially children of Latino migrant workers. His devotion to education includes spending countless hours planning, gathering resources and assembling an array of educators to reach those individuals in need of assistance.

Recognizing the tremendous educational challenges facing children of Latino migrant workers as a result of repeatedly relocating to new schools, the loss of a stable learning environment and mentor relationships, Pickett decided to create an educational program that meets the needs of these individuals, as well as a program that teaches the students’ teachers. Among the program highlights include the students’ participation in The University of Toledo’s Latino Student Summit.

Pickett’s leadership goes beyond his organizing and teaching initiatives as he works tirelessly to secure funding for these programs from agencies such as the National Science Foundation and the Ohio Department of Education, which enables teachers to participate in the educational program free of charge. His program also advocates that the educators give back to the community by teaching migrant students in satellite schools throughout Northwest Ohio.

This year’s recipient of the Corporation/Community Agency Award will be The Chrysler Foundation, which has served as event sponsor of the Diamante Awards for the past four years. The Chrysler Foundation’s dedication and commitment to the event sponsorship now totals $60,000. In addition to the event sponsorship, The Chrysler Foundation had requested that $5,000 of the annual sponsorship be matched by the participating higher education institutions resulting in $40,000 in direct scholarships to students. The Chrysler Foundation’s support has had an impact of $100,000 for the past four years.

Diamante Award recipients are chosen based on recognition of exemplary leadership/achievements within the Latino community or community at large, or demonstrated excellence in their fields; dedication and commitment in an ethical and inclusive fashion, and modeling qualities and behaviors of a mentor for youth and the community.

The annual Diamante Awards, now comprising Owens Community College, Bowling Green State University, Lourdes College and The University of Toledo, was founded by the Northwest Ohio Latino advocacy organization IMAGE in 1989 to recognize individuals and organizations in the local Hispanic community for their outstanding contributions, and to recognize the impact of Latinos on U.S. culture and society. The initiative includes providing scholarships and other support to make it possible for Latino students to attend college.

Tickets for the Diamante Awards celebration are $75 per person or $125 per couple in advance, or $85 per person or $150 per couple the day of the event. For more information, call (567) 661-7510 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7510.

Owens Community College Celebrates Emergency Preparedness Safety Week, Sept. 14-21

Posted on September 4th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will raise the awareness of the importance of emergency preparedness in higher education, the workplace and the community with a series of events and activities as part of the first-ever Emergency Preparedness Safety Week titled “Your Safety Starts Here”, Sept. 14-21. The public is encouraged to join the campus community for guest speakers, workshops and educational awareness programs.

All events and activities, which are being held in conjunction with National Preparedness Month, will occur on the College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College recognizes the importance of being prepared for all types of emergencies and is proud to serve as host to several free events and activities that are designed to educate and inform individuals about emergency preparedness,” said Julee Cope, Owens Chief of Security. “I encourage area residents to engage themselves in Owens’ first-ever Emergency Preparedness Safety Week and become better prepared for any unforeseen emergency situation.”

Activities will commence on Sunday, Sept. 14, with a free Friends and Family CPR Training Workshop from 2-4 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus and in the Education Center Room 174 on the Findlay-area Campus. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive critical skills that could make the difference between life and death in an emergency situation. Highlighted topics will include recognizing signs of a heart attack, cardiac arrest and stroke, as well as choking in adults and children.

On Monday, Sept. 15, both campuses will serve as host to A.L.I.C.E. Training for area residents and Owens employees and students. A.L.I.C.E., which stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate and was created by Response Options, is a rapid-response training program that is designed to educate organizations on how to proactively respond to a violent attack on a large number of people. Owens safety and security command staff will conduct the free training sessions and highlight strategies and techniques to enhance the traditional response protocol for individuals in a hostile intruder scenario. A.L.I.C.E. training will occur from 9:45-11 a.m. and 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus and from 1-2:30 p.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus.

Additional A.L.I.C.E. training will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus and from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus.

Starting at 11 a.m. on the Toledo-area Campus that same day (Sept. 16), Owens’ safety and security command staff will host a presentation titled “Terrorism Awareness Training: See Something/Say Something”. The discussion topic will focus on individuals being more aware of their surroundings and proactive in alerting others to suspicious behavior and activity. In addition, a presentation titled “Emergency Preparedness Training for Work and Home” will take place from 3:45-4:45 p.m. and highlight the importance of preparing an emergency supply kit, developing a family communications plan, enhancing knowledge about potential terrorist threats and getting involved in better preparing the community for possible emergencies. Both discussions will occur in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128. The “Emergency Preparedness Training for Work and Home” presentation will also take place on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 2-2:30 p.m. in the Education Center Room 182 on the Findlay-area Campus.

Owens’ Emergency Preparedness Safety Week activities will continue with Fire Extinguisher and Smoke Evacuation training sessions on Wednesday, Sept. 17, on the Findlay-area Campus. Starting at 8:30 a.m. in the Education Center Room 174, attendees will learn about rules for fighting fires, types of fire extinguishers, using a fire extinguisher and classification of fuels. Smoke Evacuation Training, which will occur at 9:45 a.m. in the Voorhees House Conference Center, will highlight the effects of being located within a smoke-filled compartment, as well as procedures to follow when evacuating the smoke-filled premise.

Also on Wednesday (Sept. 17), Fire Extinguisher and Smoke Evacuation training sessions will take place from 8-10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. – 1:45 p.m., respectively, at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness on the Toledo-area Campus.

On Thursday, Sept. 18, the College’s Toledo-area Campus will serve as host to a Safety Expo from 8:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128. Various state and local emergency preparedness agencies will be on hand with informational tables, including the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Ohio Homeland Security, the Lucas County Emergency Management Agency and the Wood County Medical Reserve Corps, among others.

In addition, several presentations and training sessions will occur throughout the Safety Expo event, highlighted by Ohio Department of Public Safety Multicultural Relations Officer Omar Alomari providing insight into the use of “smart power” as an effective tool to reach out to the various multicultural communities in the fight against terrorism. Alomari’s presentation titled “Cultural Outreach: A Tool to Secure the Homeland” will occur from 1-3 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center. An additional talk about “Weapons of Mass Destruction Awareness” will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Attendees can also participate in A.L.I.C.E. Training during the Safety Expo from 9-11 a.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Emergency Preparedness Safety Week activities will conclude with interactive Safety Fairs on Sunday, Sept. 21. The Safety Fair on the Findlay-area Campus, which will take place in an adjacent campus parking lot, will feature an array of first responder vehicles and safety equipment, as well as live burn fire and bus safety demonstrations. Children’s fingerprinting will also be made available for attendees. Owens’ Safety Fair on the Toledo-area Campus will be held at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness. Activities and displays will include first responder vehicles and safety equipment, as well as smoke house, live burn fire and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) demonstrations. Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) and Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) organizations will also be on hand with displays and emergency preparedness information. Both Safety Fairs will occur from 2-5 p.m.

Owens’ Emergency Preparedness Safety Week activities are being presented by the College’s Office of Safety and Security. For more information, or to register for any Emergency Preparedness Safety Week events, call (567) 661-2100 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2100.

Owens Alumni Association Presents Annual Golf Classic, Sept. 29

Posted on August 21st, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to enjoy a day of golf and entertainment in support of alumni programs and scholarships as Owens Community College’s Alumni Association holds its sixth annual Golf Classic on Friday, Sept 29.

Organized by the Owens Alumni Association’s steering committee, the golf outing will be held at the historic Belmont Country Club in Perrysburg. The event will feature 18-holes of golf, lunch, grazing dinner and an awards program. The Golf Classic event clubhouse sponsors are the Hylant Group and Travelers Insurance. In addition, Metzgers Printing + Mailing is the print sponsor and Marathon Petroleum Company is the hospitality sponsor.

“Owens Community College’s Alumni Association is proud to host a community-wide event, benefitting students in pursuit of a college education,” said Laura Moore, Owens Alumni Association Executive Director and Event Chair. “The Golf Classic is a unique opportunity for business and industry, as well as Owens alumni, to provide continued support for higher education, ensuring our students with opportunities for lifelong learning.”

Moore added, “The Northwest Ohio community’s initial response toward this year’s event has been strong and spots for participating teams are filling up fast. I expect the Golf Classic to once again be a first class, sold-out event and a fun-filled day of golf, benefiting a worthy cause.”

Since opening its doors in 1965, Owens has provided higher education to more than 250,000 students. Owens’ Alumni Association is committed to the personal and professional success of alumni and students through the ongoing development of value-added initiatives.

The four-person scramble golf competition will begin with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Lunch will precede the golf from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., followed by a short golf demonstration at 1 p.m. The day will conclude with participants reminiscing about their golfing experience over a grazing dinner at 6 p.m. A short program will occur at this time to recognize all prize winners.

Individuals, businesses and organizations are invited to support the Golf Classic by entering a team and/or becoming a sponsor. Among the various levels of support include the Eagle Sponsor ($1,000), Birdie Sponsor ($800), Mulligan Sponsor ($350) and Bogey Sponsor ($250).

The Belmont Country Club is located on Bates Road in Perrysburg. The tournament is limited to the first 30 foursome teams. For more information, or to register a team, contact the Owens Alumni Relations Office at (567) 661-7410 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7410.

Owens Community College Closed for Labor Day Weekend

Posted on August 20th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Saturday through Monday, Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 for the Labor Day holiday. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed.

Classes will resume and College offices will open again on Tuesday, Sept. 2.

Ohio National Guard to Conduct Homeland Defense/Homeland Security Exercise at Owens

Posted on August 5th, 2008

COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio National Guard’s Joint Task Force (JTF) 73 will conduct a Fully Operational Capability (FOC) exercise Aug. 11-15 at Owens Community College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness in Perrysburg Township to test its ability to support local and state civilian authorities during a Homeland Defense/Homeland Security event.

This FOC exercise is based on a scenario of a natural disaster striking the Toledo area. It will test the task force’s ability to command and control its units and their ability to alert, assemble, deploy and operate in support of civil authorities, such as incident commanders and the Ohio State Emergency Management Agency.

The exercise will involve more than 300 Ohio National Guard personnel as well as local first responders and role players. Units participating in the exercise are based in Columbus, Kettering, Middletown, Chillicothe and Toledo.

“This exercise ensures the Ohio National Guard is prepared to deploy ready units to accomplish federal, state and community missions and, in conjunction with other local, state, and federal agencies, facilitate a seamless, effective response to any incident,” said Maj. Gen Greg Wayt, Ohio’s Adjutant General.

The Ohio National Guard has available a number of units capable of providing equipment and personnel in the event of an emergency, including the Joint Task Force 73, which comprises several Ohio Army and Air Guard personnel from across the state, including the 52d Civil Support Team, the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and high-yield Explosive (CBRNE) Enhanced Response Force Package (CERF-P), and National Guard Reaction Force/Quick Reaction Force within its task organization. These units are ready to deploy on a moment’s notice with specialized Homeland Defense/Homeland Security capabilities in terms of communications, CBRNE response and security.

“The JTF73 as a headquarters provides the citizens of Ohio with an all-hazard military response,” said the task force commander Brig. Gen Jack Lee. “Establishing and demonstrating Full Operational Capability (FOC) assures our adjutant general that we have the baseline skills to effectively manage our units in an emergency. It is all about preparedness and our mission is to be prepared for a no-notice, any-time, any-where response.”

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, Aug. 4-9

Posted on July 18th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this fall are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, Aug. 4-9. Fall Semester classes begin on Aug. 18.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Aug. 4-7. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Individuals attending Rapid Registration Week will have the opportunity to learn about Owens’ many academic program offerings, receive academic advising, complete electronic financial aid, learn about deferred payment plans, and select their classes in a convenient and timely manner from the College’s staff representatives.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for the fall term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, Aug. 4-9

Posted on July 18th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this fall are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, Aug. 4-9. Fall Semester classes begin on Aug. 18.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Aug. 4-7. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for the fall term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College to Host Community Blood Drive, July 23

Posted on July 16th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Wednesday, July 23.

The Blood Drive will occur from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region, which comprises Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, is in need of 300 units of donated blood each day to serve 23 Northwest Ohio hospitals.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. In addition, all donors will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.givelife.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCPERRYSBURG or calling the above number.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Child Care Center Offers Summer Car Wash Donation Drive, July 8

Posted on July 7th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in transforming their dirty vehicles into spotless masterpieces are encouraged to visit the Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus as 25 children from the Child Care Center, armed with buckets of suds, will host a Summer Car Wash Donation Drive on Tuesday, July 8. Proceeds raised from the car wash will benefit the Child Care Center’s current Summer School Age Program.

The Summer Car Wash Donation Drive will occur in the north corner of the College Hall parking lot (Lot A) on the Toledo-area Campus. Individuals will have the opportunity to drive up to the car wash from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. Freewill donations will be accepted at the conclusion of each individual car wash. Additionally, children will be selling homemade cookies and lemonade as part of the car wash event. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The College’s Child Care Center Summer School Age Program is focused on providing quality and affordable child care for the children of faculty, staff, students and the community. Youth enrolled in the program spend their summer participating in an array of educational activities designed to expose children to Northwest Ohio’s unique culture. The lessons are guided by the children themselves and include field trips for such activities as putt-putt, bowling, ice skating, roller skating and swimming, as well as visits to the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, the Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion and a Toledo Mud Hens game, among many other excursions.

Owens’ Child Care Center has been providing quality child care to the surrounding communities for over 40 years and was created with the overall mission of offering excellence in child care services by providing the latest in innovative teaching and learning methods. The Center also affords Owens students enrolled within the early childhood education program the opportunity to apply knowledge obtained within the classroom in a real-world setting.

In addition, Owens is one of a select few programs across the country to utilize the child care philosophy named Reggio Emilia. The philosophy centers on the ideal that every child be afforded the right to grow and learn in a nurturing environment on an individual basis. This allows the students to explore their unique ability at their own pace and express their learning in hundreds of different ways through hands-on experiences.

For more information about Owens’ Child Care Center Summer Car Wash Donation Drive, call (567) 661-7404 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7404.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Summer Community Blood Drive, July 10

Posted on July 1st, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Thursday, July 10.

The Blood Drive will occur from 12-5 p.m. in the Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College Closed for Independence Holiday, July 4

Posted on June 24th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed on Friday, July 4 for the Independence Day holiday. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed.

Life and Times of Northwest Ohio’s Teenagers Showcased Through Technology, Theatre and Music at Owens, May 27

Posted on May 20th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents will have the opportunity to become immersed into the lives of Northwest Ohio’s teenagers from the 1920s to today as Owens Community College Post-Secondary Enrollment and Bowling Green High School students present a collection of teenage personal accounts and stories through the use of technology, theatre and music as part of the community-wide, youth-based initiative titled “Terrific Teens” Past and Present on Tuesday, May 27.

“Terrific Teens” Past and Present will take place in the Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre at 7 p.m. The interactive event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“‘Terrific Teens’ is a community-wide initiative designed to bring together diverse groups of teens and adults for the purpose of examining teen life in Northwest Ohio through the years,” said Wynn Perry, Owens Part-Time Manager of the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery and “Terrific Teens” Project Director. “Much of the value of this project lies not only in the research the students have compiled, but in the development of life skills and community partnerships. Students have worked with diverse generations and different teen demographic groups, which not only expands their educational knowledge through social interaction, but also through civic engagement.”

Perry added, “Attendees will have the unique opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of teen life in Northwest Ohio through the accounts of past and present teenagers.”

The Northwest Ohio “Terrific Teens” initiative is based on the award-winning exhibition “Teen Chicago”, which was spearheaded by the Chicago Historical Society in collaboration with the Chicago History Museum. The groundbreaking project was part of a multimedia exhibition that focused on how the lives of Chicago’s teens have changed dramatically over the last 100 years – in the way they work, play, go to school and interact with their families. “Teen Chicago” was largely shaped by 15 teenagers and their research.

Sponsored by Owens Community College, The Community Partnership, Toledo Youth Commission, the United Way and Bowling Green Area School District, “Terrific Teens” is a two-year initiative which began in January 2008 with weekly educational workshops focused on the techniques of examining, writing about and recording history. Participating teenagers are responsible for compiling oral histories, as well as conducting primary research and video interviews for the initial presentation. Graphic design and theatrical staging are also incorporated into the “Terrific Teens” Past and Present event.

The areas in which students investigated teen life included teens at school, teens at work, teens at home, teen social life, teen relationships, teen visual and performing arts, teen style and teen food. The project will conclude next spring with students displaying their work in a “Terrific Teens” historical exhibit at the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, as well as additional programming.

Individuals participating in the “Terrific Teens” presentation will include Owens Post-Secondary Enrollment students from Notre Dame Academy, Cardinal Stritch High School and Central Catholic High School, and students enrolled in the American studies class at Bowling Green High School. In addition, Bowling Green High School’s drama club will provide theatrical assistance as part of the presentation.

For more information about the upcoming “Terrific Teens” Past and Present performance, contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7956 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7956.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, May 27-31

Posted on May 19th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this summer are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, May 27-31. Summer Semester classes begin on May 27 and June 2, while Summer Semester weekend classes will start on May 30.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, May 27-29. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, May 30, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 31. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for the summer term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, May 27-31

Posted on May 16th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this summer are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, May 27-31. Summer Semester classes begin on May 27 and June 2, while Summer Semester weekend classes will start on May 30.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, May 27-29. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, May 30, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 31. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for the summer term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Sailing Club Hosts Team Race Invitational, May 10-11

Posted on May 5th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will welcome intercollegiate sailing programs throughout the Midwest to Northwest Ohio as the academic institution’s Sailing Club hosts its second annual Owens Team Race Invitational, Saturday-Sunday, May 10-11.

The regatta will take place at the Jolly Roger Sailing Club in Toledo. Racing will occur from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday and from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sunday. Competing sailing programs will include Owens, Michigan State University, Ohio University, Bowling Green State University, Ohio State University, the University of Indiana, Miami University, Denison University, John Carroll University and the University of Toledo. The event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Last year, Owens captured the inaugural Owens Team Race Invitational against competing teams that included the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Ohio University, Penn State University, the University of Iowa and the University of Toledo.

“The Owens Sailing Club is really excited to once again welcome several prestigious intercollegiate sailing programs to Northwest Ohio for the Owens Team Race Invitational,” said Scott Marriott of Toledo, Owens Sailing Club Vice Commodore. “Last year’s event was extremely competitive and I expect a great weekend of intercollegiate racing.”

In 2006, Owens’ sailing program became the latest addition to the College’s student involvement activities and was one of the first community colleges in the country to introduce sailing as an intercollegiate club sport. The College is the only two-year academic institution affiliated with the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association of North America (ICSA).

This past spring season, Owens’ program participated in three regattas and boat races throughout the Midwest. The program placed fifth at Miami University’s April Fools Regatta, seventh at Ohio State University’s Buckeye Intersectional and ninth at the Midwest College Sailing Association Team Race Qualifier.

Last fall, the Sailing Club competed in seven regattas and boat races, highlighted by a first place at Purdue University’s Boiler Cup. In addition, Owens finished second at Miami University’s Action Up Regatta, sixth at the Sloop Championship at the Detroit Yacht Club, third at Michigan State University’s Cedarfest, second at Michigan State University’s College Singlehanded Championship, third at Western Michigan University’s Boudeman Cup and fifth at the Midwest College Sailing Association Area East Championship.

Owens holds provisional status with the ICSA, which allows the program to compete against some of the best four-year programs in national championship regattas across the country. The Sailing Club is also the owner of four race boats, one safety boat and six sets of team race sails, enabling the student organization to practice and compete with the latest in innovative sailing equipment.

In addition to membership with the ICSA, the Sailing Club participates in the Midwest College Sailing Association (MCSA), which includes 30 academic institutions from the Midwest. More than 3,000 individuals participate at the association’s member colleges and universities. The MCSA hosts more than 30 regattas annually, occurring both in the spring and fall seasons.

Owens students participating in the Sailing Club include Ben Mercer of Monroe, Mich., Jamie Turney of Toledo, Bryan Bradley of Perysburg, Kevin Bradley of Bowling Green, Amanda Sundling of Perrysburg, Scott Marriott of Toledo and David Weihs of Perrysburg.

For more information about the upcoming Owens Team Race Invitational, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7583.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts ‘Getting a Jumpstart on College’ Day, May 13

Posted on April 29th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area eighth grade students and their parents are invited to learn how students can make a successful transition from high school to college by attending Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus’ college exploration day titled “Getting a Jumpstart on College” on Tuesday, May 13.

The “Getting a Jumpstart on College” event is free and will occur from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus in the Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

“Owens’ ‘Getting a Jumpstart on College’ event is a great opportunity for prospective students to experience what college life is like in one fun-filled day,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services on the Findlay-area Campus.

Throughout event, students will have the opportunity to experience a taste of college by attending various hands-on educational sessions within the College’s laboratories, including a science laboratory, a computer laboratory and an engineering laboratory.

Informational sessions for parents will also occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financing college, post-secondary enrollment options and preparing for college. The sessions will be held from 6-7 p.m.

In addition, students and their parents will be able to meet with faculty and staff members and pick up important information about financial aid, student activities and academic program offerings. Tours of the College’s Findlay-area Campus will be given at 7:30 p.m. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend a free cookout during their visit. The free cookout will begin at 5:30 p.m.

For more information, or to register, contact the College’s Enrollment Services Office at (567) 429-3515 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3515. The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 5.

Owens Community College to Host Community Blood Drive, April 28

Posted on April 23rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Monday, April 28.

“Owens Community College is extremely pleased to be involved in such a beneficial endeavor with the American Red Cross,” said Kris Flickinger, Owens Assistant Professor of Surgical Technologies. “This is the College’s 34th year partnering with the American Red Cross. Our goal is to have over 100 people donate and collect at least 82 units for the local need.”

Qualified donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh between 110 and 350 pounds and not have given blood in the past eight weeks. In addition, individuals should feel well the day of the Blood Drive, be in general good health and have a picture ID (preferably a driver’s license). The Blood Drive is open to Owens employees and students and area residents. Walk-ins are welcome until 2:30 p.m.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region, which comprises Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, is in need of 300 units of donated blood each day to serve 23 Northwest Ohio hospitals.

Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Spring Plant Sale, May 1

Posted on April 23rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents seeking to add some new life and color to their gardens and yards this spring are encouraged to attend the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club’s annual Spring Plant Sale at Owens Community College on Thursday, May 1.

The plant sale will be held from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. next to the new greenhouse, which is near the entrance to the Owens Math/Science Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The sale will feature a wide selection of shrubs and rare and unusual trees, among other items. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

According to Chris Foley, Owens Associate Professor of Math and Life/Natural Sciences and Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Advisor, the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is excited to once again offer individuals the rare opportunity to purchase select trees and shrubs at a very minimal cost for the upcoming spring planting season.

“Owens Community College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is proud to offer members of the community the opportunity to purchase some rare and hard-to-find plants at a very low cost,” Foley stated.

A majority of the shrubs will cost $15, while varieties of trees will cost between $15-35. Individuals can anticipate paying $6 for perennials. All proceeds from the plant sale will help in supporting the organization’s participation in the annual PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Student Career Days, which is a national horticultural and landscape competition involving over 50 colleges and universities across the country.

Shrubs on hand will include the Dwarf Burning Bush, Northern Bayberry, Magic Carpet Spirea and Red Flowering Weigela, among many others. Several rare and unusual trees will also be available, including the Japanese Stripped-bark Maple, Chinese Dogwood, Redbud, Carolina Silverbell and Coliseum Maple. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell perennials, including select hostas and daylilies. In addition, an assortment of planters, hanging baskets and patio water gardens will be available this year. A complete listing of the available plants with their prices is available online at www.owens.edu/direct/plantsale08.pdf.

The College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club was founded in 2005 with the mission of fostering stronger bonds among students majoring in the Landscape and Turfgrass Management Program. Among the organization’s main initiatives is creating a network between alumni and current students to help in assisting individuals pursue careers within the landscape, turfgrass and related horticulture industries. The group also hosts fundraisers to support club outreach activities in the surrounding communities.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, April 30

Posted on April 18th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 30.

The Blood Drive will occur from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Students and Nike Promote Environmental Awareness through ‘Reuse-A-Shoe’ Sneaker Collection Drive, April 21-25

Posted on April 15th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College and Nike are encouraging area residents to bring their worn-out athletic shoes, previously destined for overcrowded landfills, to the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses in support of environmental awareness as the Environmental Club and the Students Involved organization host the first-ever “Reuse-A-Shoe” Sneaker Collection Drive, April 21-25.

The new sneaker collection drive initiative is part of collaborative effort with Nike’s worldwide “Reuse-A-Shoe” environmental program, where worn-out athletic shoes of any brand are collected, processed and recycled into material used in sport surfaces such as basketball courts, tennis courts, athletic fields, running tracks and playgrounds. Since its founding, Nike’s “Reuse-A-Shoe” program has recycled over 20 million pairs of athletic shoes and created more than 250 sport surfaces around the globe.

“Owens Community College is proud to partner with Nike and give new life to worn-out athletic shoes, previously destined for dumpsters, through innovative recycling technology,” said John Byers, Owens Coordinator of Student Activities. “I encourage individuals to help in supporting the environment by donating to the ‘Reuse-A-Shoe’ program.”

All worn-out athletic shoes will be shipped to the Nike Recycling Center in Wilsonville, Ore., where they will be ground up and separated into one of three Nike Grind materials, which include rubber from the outsole, foam from the midsole and fabric from the upper. The Nike Grind is then incorporated into playground and sport surfaces as part of partnerships with industry-leading surfacing companies.

Owens has set up a variety of collection points around the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Area residents can drop off their worn-out athletic shoes on the Toledo-area Campus at the Student Health and Activities Center, the Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building, the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center, College Hall, the Audio/Visual Classroom Center, the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, the Center for Development and Training, and Health Technologies Hall. On the Findlay-area Campus, collection points are in the College’s Commons area.

Worn-out athletic shoes of any brand are being accepted as part of the Owens “Reuse-A-Shoe” Sneaker Collection Drive. Nike does not accept sneakers containing metal or cleats, or dress shoes.

The Owens Environmental Club is comprised of students who are dedicated to addressing a multitude of environmental issues on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. The student organization has successfully implemented numerous recycling programs, while bringing more awareness to environmental concerns. Within the community, the Owens Environmental Club regularly helps in community clean-ups and preserve restorations, participates in charity events, and coordinates on-going textbook, cell phone and ink-jet recycling drive programs.

Owens’ “Reuse-A-Shoe” Sneaker Collection Drive is occurring in conjunction with the worldwide Earth Day celebration. For more information about the shoe collection drive, or to donate, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Students Observe Virginia Tech Tragedy with Memorial Tribute, April 16

Posted on April 11th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Student Government and Students Involved are inviting their fellow students, as well as area residents, to join them on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses and pay tribute to those victims that lost their lives in the Virginia Tech tragedy on Wednesday, April 16.

Individuals are invited to gather at 9:45 a.m. outside Administration Hall on the Toledo-area Campus and the Education Center on the Findlay-area Campus and observe a moment of silence as a Virginia Tech flag is raised atop the College’s flag poles in honor of the victims. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township and on Bright Road in Findlay.

Additionally on the Toledo-area Campus, a single flower will be placed in front of a memorial dogwood tree, the state tree of Virginia, which was dedicated and planted in the courtyard lawn in memory of the Virginia Tech victims last year.

Owens’ Student Government is comprised of individuals who serve as the student body’s voice on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Balancing their time between school and work, Student Government members are constantly initiating new projects and events that cater to the interests of Owens’ student body.

Owens Student Group Raises Environmental Awareness During Second Annual Environmental Fair, April 17

Posted on April 10th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will bring environmental awareness to the forefront as the Owens Environmental Club hosts its second annual Environmental Fair on Thursday, April 17. The public is encouraged to join the campus community in celebrating the importance of the environment through daylong activities.

More than a dozen environmental organizations are scheduled to participate in the fair, which will be held from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Environmental Fair participants include Duck and Otter Creeks Partnership Inc., Share A Ride – Toledo Consumer Council, Wood County Solid Waste Management District, First Solar Inc., Green by Design, Lucas County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Phoenix Earth Food Co-Op, among others. In addition, several campus groups and organizations, including the Owens Environmental Club and the College’s Facility Services, will host informational tables.

Various alternative energy vehicles will also be on display as part of the Environmental Fair, including a HMV Freeway automobile, a GEM automobile, and a commuter automobile, as well as several hybrid and electric vehicles.

Beginning at 2:30 p.m., awarding-winning author Marty Essen will provide insight into his book “Cool Creatures, Hot Planet: Exploring Seven Continents” as part of an interactive presentation titled “Around the World in 90 Minutes”. Essen will give attendees a unique view of the planet through the use of photography, personal travel accounts and environmental conservation discussion. His accolades for travel/essay writing include receiving the 2007 Benjamin Franklin Award, the National Indie Excellence 2007 Book Award, and the Best Books 2006 Book Award. The presentation will occur in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center.

The Owens Environmental Club is comprised of active students who are dedicated to addressing a multitude of environmental issues on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. The student organization has successfully implemented numerous recycling programs, while bringing more awareness to environmental concerns. Within the community, the Owens Environmental Club regularly helps in community clean-ups and preserve restorations, participates in charity events, and supports various environmental causes with a yearly Human-I-Tees fundraiser.

For additional information about Owens’ Environmental Fair activities, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College to Display Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 NASCAR, April 8

Posted on April 7th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Student Government and the Ohio National Guard are inviting area racing car enthusiasts to the Toledo-area Campus to view Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 NASCAR on Tuesday, April 8.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 NASCAR will be on display from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in front of Administration Hall. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Representatives will be hand to answer questions specific to the No. 88 NASCAR. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to take pictures of the No. 88 NASCAR free of charge.

The 2008 season marks Earnhardt Jr.’s ninth in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition. Through 2007, the 32-year-old native of Kannapolis, N.C. has amassed more than $46 million in career winnings and 17 victories, including the 2004 Daytona 500. His 17 victories rank him 39th on NASCAR’s all-time race winners list coming into the 2008 season.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 NASCAR will be on display in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center in the event of inclement weather. For additional information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Students Raise Violence Against Women Awareness with Clothesline Display and ‘Take Back the Night’ Walk, April 10

Posted on April 7th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students are raising society’s awareness of violent crimes against women by serving as host to a Clothesline Project display and coordinating a “Take Back the Night” walk on Thursday, April 10. The public is encouraged to join the campus community and participate in the two educational awareness programs.

Owens’ violence against women awareness programs will occur on the Toledo-area Campus. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Activities will commence on Thursday, April 10, with a public display of the Clothesline Project from 2-8 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. The Clothesline Project at Owens is being presented in collaboration with Behavioral Connections of Wood County. Currently, there are over 200 shirts in the local collection.

The Clothesline Project is a visual display that bears witness to violence against women. As part of the public display, a clothesline is hung with shirts of different colors, each representing individuals victimized by a violent crime. Survivors, family members and friends of women victims of violence design shirts to represent a particular woman’s experience or as a tribute to the women they loved who died as a result of an act of violence. Crimes of homicide, rape/sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, incest/child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, battering/assault and attack due to an individual’s sexual orientation are represented within the Clothesline Project.

Designed to educate and raise society’s awareness of the extent of violent crime, the national Clothesline Project display was founded in Hyannis, Mass., in 1990. Locally, the Clothesline Project in Wood County began in 1995 and is committed to helping survivors of a violent act with the healing process, educating the public on violence against women and providing concrete suggestions of how individuals can work to prevent violence.

In addition to the public display, T-shirt making sessions will occur, allowing individuals the opportunity to add to the Clothesline Project collection. The sessions are free and confidential. All materials will be provided at the T-shirt making session, although individuals are free to bring their own materials to add to a T-shirt.

The T-shirt making sessions are open to the public as well as Owens students and will occur from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Student Health and Activities Center Room 165 on Tuesday, April 8.

Starting at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, Owens students will host a “Take Back the Night” walk and awareness program on the Toledo-area Campus. The candlelight walk and awareness program will begin in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda with remarks about the Clothesline Project and its impactful message. In addition, a brief history about “Take Back the Night” and facts about domestic violence will be presented by Owens students.

The candlelight walk will depart the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda and cross Owens’ north wooden bridge and Oregon Road. Attendees will make their first stop as part of the “Take Back the Night” walk in front of Health Technologies Hall. A poem will be read followed by a moment of silence. Additional “Take Back the Night” walking destinations will include Administration Hall and a pond adjacent to the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

“Take Back the Night” was established with the idea of denouncing violence against women. Common components through the years include candlelight vigils, empowerment marches and survivor testimonials. The “Take Back the Night” initiative is focused on inspiring both women and men to confront a myriad of social ills, such as rape, sexual violence, domestic violence, violence against children and violence against women.

Owens two educational awareness programs are occurring in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. For more information, call the (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Students in Free Enterprise Host Sixth Annual Spaghetti Dinner, April 24

Posted on April 4th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to learn more about the professional business setting as Owens Community College’s Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) hosts its sixth annual SIFE Spaghetti Dinner on Thursday, April 24.

The event will occur from 5:30-8 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Tickets for the Spaghetti Dinner are $5 per person and the public is encouraged to attend. Proceeds will be used to fund the student organization’s participation in the SIFE Regional Championship competition and various community outreach initiatives.

“Owens Community College’s SIFE organization is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of local community members by engaging in market economics, business ethics, entrepreneurship and personal financial success outreach initiatives,” said Tom Marshall, Owens Professor of Business Technology and Findlay-area Campus SIFE Advisor. “Events such as the SIFE Spaghetti Dinner enable our student group to open doors for service learning projects.”

In addition to the dinner, Owens’ SIFE organization will be announcing the recipients of Owens Findlay-area Campus SIFE scholarships for the 2008-09 academic year. Scholarship recipients are selected based upon applicants submitting an essay on what free enterprise means to them. Individuals also must be an Owens Findlay-area Campus student and carry a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average.

SIFE was founded in 1975 to provide college students with educational opportunities designed to enhance their leadership, teamwork and communication skills. Such educational opportunities are initiated by practicing the principles of market economics, business ethics, entrepreneurship and personal financial success through the implementation of various projects and SIFE-sponsored events. Currently, there are more than 1,500 SIFE organizations on college and university campuses in 47 countries. Throughout the academic year, Owens’ 11-member SIFE team participates in a variety of free enterprise educational projects and events benefiting the local community.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, call (567) 429-3530 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3530.

Owens Community College Celebrates First-Ever Diversity Week, April 5-11

Posted on March 28th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will celebrate the importance of diversity and its identity in higher education, the workplace and the community with a series of events and activities as part of the first-ever Diversity Week, April 5-11. The public is encouraged to join the campus community for guest speakers, performances and educational awareness programs.

All events and activities will occur on the College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to celebrate diversity and the uniqueness of America through several events and activities that are designed to raise awareness about gender, ethnicity, language and culture,” said Betty Valentine, Owens Director of Employee Relations and Diversity. “I encourage area residents to engage themselves in Owens’ Diversity Week and draw inspiration from the varied topics, performances and messages.”

Activities will commence on Saturday, April 5, with the Owens Dance Express Team hosting the first-ever Hip Hop Explosion Dance Convention and Competition. Area residents will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge about the art of hip-hop dance and showcase their dancing skills during the two-day event in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Saturday’s (April 5) activities will feature hip-hop dance instruction from nationally-recognized professional choreographers Flo Master and Dena Rizzo, while a dancing skills talent competition will take place on Sunday, April 6. The Hip Hop Explosion Dance Convention and Competition will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day.

On Tuesday, April 8, the Terrace View CafÈ will serve as host to a “History and Legacy of African Americans in Greater Toledo” Diversity Luncheon and Lecture from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Authentic “mid Atlantic” cuisine will serve as the theme for the Terrace View CafÈ luncheon. In addition, Robert Smith, Founder and CEO of the African-American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio, will provide attendees with insight into the cultural history and background of African Americans in Greater Toledo.

The African American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio was founded in 2004 with the goal of creating a vehicle to secure and share the histories of African Americans from the surrounding Northwest Ohio communities who left indelible impressions upon local communities, families and the world. The cuisine will be prepared by Owens students within the Culinary Arts program. Reservations must be made prior to the event. The Terrace View CafÈ is located in College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus.

Starting at 1 p.m. on the Findlay-area Campus that same day (April 8), Owens’ Student Activities will host a presentation titled “Testing the Saturday Night Live Hypothesis: Preliminary Findings on Hillary Clinton’s Press Coverage”. Bowling Green State University Political Science Department faculty member Dr. Melissa Miller will lead a discussion about press coverage related to the Presidential candidates from a gender perspective. The discussion will occur in the College’s Conference Center.

In addition, Owens’ Findlay-area Campus will display 12 life-size, cardboard silhouettes of women who were killed in domestic violence disputes throughout the education center courtesy of Bowling Green State University. A story about their lives accompanies each silhouette.

Owens’ Diversity Week will continue with a Community Poetry Jam Contest on Wednesday, April 9. Area residents, as well as Owens employees and students, will have the opportunity to express and share their thoughts in public through the use of spoken word and poetry. Each individual will be allotted three minutes per artistic performance. The Community Poetry Jam Contest will occur from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus.

The week-long celebration of diversity will also feature two additional speaking engagements on the Toledo-area Campus on Thursday, April 10. Starting at 1:30 p.m., female community leaders and Owens students will share personal stories about overcoming adversity and empowerment, as well as stories from the best-selling book “That Takes Ovaries!: Bold Females and Their Brazen Acts”, in an open microphone format. The presentation will take place in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Studio Theatre.

Additionally, Dr. Samuel H. Hancock, University of Toledo Assistant to the President for Institutional Diversity and Assistant Professor of Medicine, will provide insight into understanding an individual’s culture as part of an interactive Cultural Competence Workshop that same day (April 10). The workshop will be held from 2-4 p.m. in Owens’ Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center Room 146.

Diversity Week activities will conclude with an Owens Blues Fest concert on Friday, April 11. Big Blues Bob and The Thin Ice Band will perform an array of crowd-pleasing blues selections from 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The Owens Blues Fest concert will include refreshments.

Owens’ Diversity Week activities are being presented by the Diversity Enhancement Team. For additional information, call (567) 661-7421 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7421.

Owens Community College Hosts Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night, April 3

Posted on March 27th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s School of Technology, the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Welding Society and Lincoln Electric Motorsports are inviting area racing car and truck enthusiasts to the Toledo-area Campus to view an array of competition vehicles and learn more about careers within the welding and automotive industry at the twelfth annual Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night on Thursday, April 3.

Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night will occur from 6-9 p.m. in the College’s Transportation Technologies Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night is a great opportunity for area residents to check out some of the latest advancements in competition racing as more than 40 owners from Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan showcase their vehicles,” said Jim Gilmore, Owens Chair of Manufacturing and Industrial Operations. “Attendees can also meet individuals from local businesses and ask advice in choosing a career within the welding or automotive industry.”

Vehicles featured at the event will include trucks, stock racing cars, drag racing cars, tractors and drag bikes, among others. In addition, a NASCAR Craftsman truck, a NHRA/IHRA modified drag car, a NTPA Super Stock tractor, an ARCA truck and a four-time National Champion 4×4 modified truck will be on display.

Representatives from local businesses including Toledo Speedway, Norwalk Raceway Park and Attica Raceway Park will be in attendance to offer additional information. Welding demonstrations will also occur during the event.

Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night is co-sponsored by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Welding Society and Lincoln Electric Motorsports. For additional information on the event, call (567) 661-7729 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7729.

Owens Student Group to Raise Homeless Awareness During Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City, April 3-4

Posted on March 26th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students will spend a night under the stars to raise homeless awareness as part of the academic institution’s third annual Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City on Thursday, April 3.

Beginning at 2 p.m., Owens students from the Red Cross Club will spend 26 consecutive hours camping out on the College’s courtyard lawn between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. The goal of the sleep out is to make more people aware of homelessness occurring in the surrounding communities and to raise funds and collect basic hygienic, cleaning and clothing materials, as well as non-perishable food items to benefit the Sparrow’s Nest in Toledo. The event will conclude at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 4.

“The Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event is intended to raise the public’s awareness about the issue of homelessness in Northwest Ohio,” said Christine Sutherland, Owens Vice President of the Red Cross Club. “There are many individuals who do not have a roof over their heads and struggle to survive on a daily basis. Our goal is to try to place ourselves in the shoes of those less fortunate for a day and try to better understand what it is actually like to be homeless. I encourage the community to lend a helping hand to those individuals in need by making a contribution to the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City project.”

Owens students and employees and community members are encouraged to show their support by making a monetary donation or dropping off basic hygienic, cleaning, clothing and non-perishable food items. Desired items include deodorant, garbage bags, sandwich bags, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bleach, towels, dish detergent, scarves, gloves and socks, among others. Donations can be made or dropped off on the College’s courtyard lawn between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall during the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event.

The Sparrow’s Nest, which is located in Toledo, is a division of the Cherry Street Mission Ministries. The organization provides emergency relief such as shelter and food for homeless women, as well as helps them build their confidence through the Ready for Life program.

For more information about the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event, including donation information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Child Care Center Artwork Showcased at Math/Science Galleria, April 11-17

Posted on March 25th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Children attending Owens Community College’s Child Care Center will display their artistic qualities, creative impressions and imaginative masterpieces as part of the fourth annual Children’s Art Show, April 11-17. This year’s show will be held at Owens’ Math/Science Galleria.

In addition, the College will host an opening reception for the artists on Friday, April 11 from 5-7 p.m. in the Math/Science Galleria. Both the reception and exhibit are free and the public is encouraged to attend. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Young artists ages 4 months to 5 years old will showcase a variety of works, including multiple 3-D sculptures, paintings, drawings and self-portraits. The art exhibit is the culmination of a year of artistic training at the College’s Child Care Center.

“The Owens Child Care Center Children’s Art Show is an exciting and rewarding time to display the hard work and talents of our children,” said Maribeth Tercha, Owens Manager of the Child Care Center. “These young artists have been anxiously looking forward to showcasing their works of art to family, friends, teachers and the community.”

Tercha added, “Creating an artistic environment where children can express their interests and emotions is an excellent method to broaden a child’s insight and heighten cognitive development.”

The Children’s Art Show was inspired by the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy. The Owens Child Care instructors utilize the Reggio Emilia philosophy in their art curriculum, inviting the children’s interests to guide artistic creations. Books and other literature incorporated into the art education program influenced many of the masterpieces.

The mission of Owens’ Child Care Center is to provide quality child care for the children of employees, students and the surrounding communities. The program is devoted to enhancing the lives of children through developmentally appropriate curriculum, which is child centered.

Children enrolled in the Owens Child Care Center have the opportunity to interact with the College’s Early Childhood Education students, which provides opportunities for more individual attention. Owens students benefit through practical hands-on lab experiences that deepen their understanding about young children.

For additional information about the Owens Child Care Center Children’s Art Show, call (567) 661-7404 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7404.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Administrative Professionals Week Luncheon, April 22

Posted on March 25th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus will celebrate Administrative Professionals Week by honoring area administrative professionals with a special luncheon featuring WTOL TV News Anchor Chrys Peterson as the special guest speaker on Tuesday, April 22. Area administrative professionals and community members are encouraged to attend the event.

The Administrative Professionals Week luncheon will occur from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the Findlay-area Campus Community Education and Wellness Center. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is excited to host an event which recognizes and honors the accomplishments of administrative professionals,” said Darla Johannsen, Owens Professor of Office Administration. “The luncheon will serve as a great backdrop for area professionals to draw on one another’s expertise, as well as enrich their understanding of customer service and professionalism from an exceptional speaker.”

Peterson has served as a News Anchor at WTOL TV for over 13 years. She is active in several breast cancer awareness projects, which includes serving as Honorary Chairperson for the Northwest Ohio/Komen Race for the Cure for Breast Cancer. Also, Peterson has worked to produce a weekly television segment called “Home For Keeps” on adoption, which has helped to find adoptive families for hundreds of foster children in Lucas County and has raised awareness about the need for adoptive and foster parents.

In addition, Peterson has won numerous awards for her work in community, including two Emmy Awards for Community Service for her breast cancer awareness campaign, the “Women of Toledo” Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award for journalism, among others. She is a frequent emcee and speaker at community events and her topic for the Owens luncheon is titled “Begin with the End in Mind”.

In addition, the luncheon will mark the 20-year anniversary of the first Findlay executive secretarial graduating class. The graduates of this class will be honored during the luncheon, as well as the administrators who were instrumental in starting the program on the Owens Findlay-area Campus.

The cost of the luncheon is only $14 and reservations are required. The deadline for reservations is Monday, April 14. For more information, call (567) 429-3069 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3069.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Students and Hancock Leadership Host Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Special Needs Children, April 3

Posted on March 20th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to begin their morning with a piping hot pancake breakfast at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus as the Students Involved organization, in collaboration with Hancock Leadership, host “Wake Up With Owens” on Thursday, April 3. Proceeds from the event will benefit the new multi-sensory room for special needs children at Special Kids Therapy in Findlay.

The “Wake Up With Owens” pancake breakfast will occur from 7-10 a.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Students Involved along with Hancock Leadership feel resources such as the Special Kids Therapy multi-sensory room are vital for people with disabilities,” said Jenna Padron, Owens President for the Students Involved organization. “Owens Community College is proud to partner with Hancock Leadership and raise funds and support learning opportunities for those individuals with severe sensory impairments.”

“Wake Up With Owens” attendees will receive pancakes, sausage links and fresh fruit as part of the community breakfast. Refreshments such as coffee and juice will also be available. Tickets for the breakfast are only $5 and carry-out orders are welcomed.

Since 2001, the Special Kids Therapy organization has been providing special health needs for children through necessities and fun, interactive therapies. The establishment of a multi-sensory room will enable the Special Kids Therapy organization to provide an environment where individuals with sensory impairments and neurological challenges can enhance skills in sensory development (hearing, sight, taste, smell and touch), hand/eye coordination, cause and effect, language development and relaxation.

The mission of Hancock Leadership is to develop and cultivate all people with a passion to serve the community through a dynamic learning experience that encourages self-discovery, fosters relationships and inspires stewardship. Hancock Leadership is spearheading efforts to raise funds for the Special Kids Therapy’s new multi-sensory room as part of their 2008 class project.

Pre-sale tickets for “Wake Up With Owens” are available for purchase. For more information, call (567) 429-3542 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3542.

Owens Community College Dance Team Presents Hip Hop Explosion Dance Convention and Competition, April 5-6

Posted on March 19th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about the art of hip-hop dance and showcasing their dancing skills are invited to participate in Owens Community College’s first-ever Hip Hop Explosion Dance Convention and Competition, April 5-6. The two-day event will feature hip-hop dance instruction from nationally-recognized professional choreographers Flo Master and Dena Rizzo, as well as a dancing skills talent competition.

Presented by the College’s Dance Express Team student organization, the Hip Hop Dance Convention and Competition will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College Dance Express Team is excited to bring the unique art form of hip-hop dance to Northwest Ohio through instructional programming and competition opportunities,” said Beth Sweney, Owens Dance Express Team Head Coach. “Hip hop has a rich history within mainstream American culture. The Hip Hop Explosion Dance Convention and Competition provides the opportunity for individuals to not only celebrate the hip hop phenomenon, but to enhance their knowledge and skill level in an environment that promotes the positive aspects of the extremely popular dance style.”

Beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, attendees ages five and up will have the opportunity to master their dancing skills as part of an instructional program featuring nationally-acclaimed choreographers Flo Master and Dena Rizzo. Flo Master serves as the lead choreographer for Usher and has appeared in films that include “You Got Served” and “Step Up 2 the Streets”. Additionally, he has worked with the Monsters of Hip Hop organization and Jessica Simpson. Rizzo has collaborated with Paula Abdul and Martin Lawrence, choreographed several music videos and commercials, and worked with MTV. The renowned hip-hip choreographer was also a featured dancer in “Black Knight”. In addition, local choreographers Matthew and William Hanson will provide expert instruction in hip-hop dancing as part of the program.

Individuals will be able to participate in one of three dance classes, which include junior (ages 5-11), senior (ages 14 and up) and teacher (adults in the dance instruction field). Participants will learn about an array of styles as part of the instruction ranging from locking to breakdancing. The fee for the instructional portion of Hip Hop Explosion is $50 for the general public and $60 for dance teachers. Non-participants can observe the dance program for $10.

In addition to the convention, area residents will have the opportunity to test their dancing ability against some of the best groups in Ohio as the College’s Dance Express Team hosts its first-ever dance competition on Sunday, April 6.

Divisions for the competition will include junior high school, high school, and college or university. Categories within each division are Solo, Duo/Trio, Group (4-9 dancers), Line (10-20 dancers) and Production (21 or more dancers). Competition fees per person are $40 for Solo, $35 for Duo/Trio, $25 for Group, $20 for Line and $20 for Production. Non-participants can observe the competition for $10.

Routines performed by each individual cannot exceed two minutes and 30 seconds in length, while team routines cannot exceed five minutes in length. A panel of judges will critique all divisions with the top three teams in each category receiving awards.

The Owens Dance Express Team is comprised of seven students dedicated to promoting the College through the art of dance. The team regularly performs at halftime of Express basketball games and at various functions throughout the surrounding communities. Owens’ student organization recently earned regional acclaim for its dancing, receiving a gold medal at the Co-Dance Convention in Toledo.

For more information about Owens’ Hip Hop Explosion event, or to register for the convention or competition, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569. Individuals can also access information at www.owens.edu/dance.

Owens Community College Closed for Easter Weekend, March 21-23

Posted on March 14th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Friday-Sunday, March 21-23 for the Easter holiday. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed for business.

Classes will resume and administrative offices will open again on Monday, March 24.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Hosts Health Career Expo, March 20

Posted on March 12th, 2008

Sponsored by Owens’ J.O.B.S. (Job Opportunities Brought to Students) Office, the Owens Health Career Expo will run from 12-2 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Owens Community College is excited to host an event in which we can assist in connecting future professionals with the health care community and employment opportunities,” said Gentry Dixon, Owens Coordinator of Student and Alumni Placement. “Events such as the Health Career Expo are a great vehicle for individuals to not only learn about different employment opportunities but seek advice from longtime health care professionals.”

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Mercy Health Partners, Wood County Hospital, Lima Memorial Health System, ProMedica Health System and Wood Haven Health Care, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s J.O.B.S. Office at (567) 661-7556 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7556.

Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus Hosts Health Career Expo, March 18

Posted on March 11th, 2008

Sponsored by Owens’ J.O.B.S. (Job Opportunities Brought to Students) Office, the Owens Health Career Expo will run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event in which we can assist in connecting future professionals with the health care community and employment opportunities,” said Gentry Dixon, Owens Coordinator of Student and Alumni Placement. “Events such as the Health Career Expo are a great vehicle for individuals to not only learn about different employment opportunities but seek advice from longtime health care professionals.”

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Mercy Health Partners, University Medical Center at the University of Toledo, ProMedica Health System and Wood Haven Health Care, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s J.O.B.S. Office at (567) 661-7556 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7556.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Registration Rocks in March

Posted on March 7th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area high school seniors are invited to learn about Owens Community College’s many educational opportunities during a fun, music-themed event as the College hosts Registration Rocks. The event will occur March 17-20 and 24-27.

High school seniors can sign up for any day of Registration Rocks which runs from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

“Registration Rocks is a great opportunity for prospective students to receive academic advising, as well as register for summer and fall classes all in one fun-filled day,” said Jennifer Irelan, Owens Assistant Director of Enrollment Services. “Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event where students can take the first step toward their career aspirations by pursuing a quality college education.”

Throughout each day, students will be able to meet with faculty and staff members, take the Owens placement test and pick up important information about financial aid, clubs and student activities, local housing and academic program offerings. In addition, a separate program on learning to support your children in college will be offered to parents who attend Registration Rocks.

Seniors will have the opportunity to win various raffle prizes during each day, including Owens baseball caps, T-shirts, sweatshirts and more. Additionally, attendees will be provided with a free lunch during their visit.

For more information, or to register, contact the College’s Enrollment Services Office at (567) 661-7253 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7253. Or, check out the website at www.owens.edu and click on the Registration Rocks icon.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Registration Rocks in March

Posted on March 6th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area high school seniors are invited to learn about Owens Community College’s many educational opportunities during a fun, interactive event as the College hosts Registration Rocks. The event will occur March 17-20 and 24-27.

High school seniors can sign up for any day of Registration Rocks which runs from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

“Registration Rocks is a great opportunity for prospective students to receive academic advising, as well as register for summer and fall classes all in one fun-filled day,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services on the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event where students can take the first step toward their career aspirations by pursuing a quality college education.”

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Community Passport Processing Day, March 11

Posted on March 5th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents in need of a new passport are invited to Owens Community College as the academic institution partners with the Lucas County Clerk of Courts and hosts a one-stop Passport Processing Day on Tuesday, March 11.

Individuals can apply for passports from 12-4 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens employees and students, as well as community members, can get their passport photos taken and complete the application in one central location. The entire process is expected last approximately 15 minutes and can be accelerated by having the passport application, which is available online at www.state.gov, completed prior to visiting the Owens Toledo-area Campus. Those interested need to bring a valid driver’s license (or state ID) and their original birth certificate with the raised seal. Lucas County Clerk of Courts will process the paper work, take photographs and collect the necessary fees.

The total cost of a passport is $110, which includes tax, and can be paid by cash, check or credit card. For more information, call (419) 213-8843.

Owens Community College Reschedules Free Christo and Jeanne-Claude Artistic Films, March 11

Posted on March 3rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – The airing of two free films highlighting the artistic expressions of Christo and Jeanne-Claude, originally scheduled for Feb. 26, will occur on Tuesday, March 11 at Owens Community College. The films will be shown at 7 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre.

Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts is located on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

The first movie, “Running Fence” (1978), is a celebration of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s vision; a four-year struggle culminating with over 24 miles of white nylon fabric rising from the Pacific and stretching like a white sail across the hills of California. The second movie is titled “The Umbrellas” (1994) and begins with the sunrise on Oct. 9, 1991. At that time, Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s 1,880 workers began to open 3,100 umbrellas in Ibaraki, Japan, and in California with the intent of art reflecting the similarities and differences in the ways of life and the use of the land in two inland valleys, one 12 miles long in Japan, and the other 18 miles long in the United States.

The two films are being shown in conjunction with the College’s Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery showcasing the masterful work of world-renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude through April 3.

Christo and Jeanne-Claude are internationally famous through their works such as “Wrapped Reichstag, Berlin 1971-95”, “The Umbrellas, Japan-United States 1984-91” and, most recently, “The Gates, Central Park, New York City 1979-2005”. Christo and Jeanne-Claude have been worldwide leaders in innovative and unconventional artistic expressions since the 1950s.

The Christo and Jeanne-Claude exhibit at Owens features an array of signed posters by Christo and Jeanne-Claude detailing the historic journey of their masterful work. The posters showcase preliminary drawings, collages and on-site photographs of completed works. The photography is presented exclusively by Wolfgang Volz, a photographer who has worked with Christo and Jeanne-Claude since the 1970s. The posters on display at the Gallery have been generously donated by the artists to benefit the College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts. The posters are for sale to the general public.

Admission to the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery is free and open to the public Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. For additional information about the exhibition, contact the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-2721 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2721.

Area Girl Scouts Learn about ‘Car Sense’ at Owens Community College Workshop, March 1

Posted on February 28th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are probably used to buying their famous cookies, however, soon individuals might want to consult them about car troubles. Twelve young women from the Girl Scouts of Maumee Valley and their parents will roll up their sleeves and learn about basic car maintenance as Owens Community College presents a “Car Sense” program on Saturday, March 1.

Owens’ “Car Sense” program will occur from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Transportation Technologies Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a program in which young women have the opportunity to learn about and recognize potential car problems and become familiar with the preventive maintenance associated with their vehicles,” said Del Lockhart, Owens Instructor of Transportation Technologies. “Our goal at the end of the day is to make sure that each individual will be able to walk away with the skills to fix many of the minor and common problems that may occur.”

Lockhart added, “The workshop is designed to help each person perform basic maintenance themselves, as well as become more aware as consumers when they encounter problems that require expert service.”

In the morning from 9:30-11:30 a.m., attendees will learn about preventive maintenance, oil changes, tire rotation and balance, emergency kits, brake inspection, and where to go for car service, among other topics. The afternoon session, occurring from 12:30-4 p.m., will place the girl scouts in the Transportation Technologies Center lab where they will participate in such hands-on activities as checking tire pressure with a gauge, completing brake inspections, replacing windshield wiper blades, changing a tire, and changing a vehicle’s oil and filter, along with other maintenance.

Owens students, faculty and alumni from Transportation Technologies will lead the program’s activities and provide firsthand insight into the various topics discussed.

The College’s Transportation Technologies programs offer students the opportunity to pursue either an associate degree or a certificate while preparing for careers within the transportation industry. The College currently partners with General Motors, Caterpillar and John Deere, among others, enabling students to work in dealerships and service facilities while attending classes.

Owens Community College Hosts FFA District I Tractor Troubleshooting Contest, Feb. 28

Posted on February 25th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area high school students will put their knowledge of tractors to the test as they compete in the 15th annual FFA District I Tractor Troubleshooting Contest on Thursday, Feb. 28 at Owens Community College.

The contest will occur from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in the College’s Transportation Technologies Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Presented by the College’s Transportation Technologies, the contest will involve high school teams, consisting of two students, completing a written examination and five practical skill events to determine their expertise of tractors. As part of the practical skills competition, teams will be required to locate, identify and repair a malfunction on a specified tractor donated for the event.

A panel of 10 judges, comprising five Owens students from the John Deere Agricultural Technician and Diesel Technician programs and five industry leaders, will grade each high school in the areas of workmanship as a team, safety practices, problem-solving techniques and identification, and repair of malfunctions to determine a district champion. The top team will advance to the state championship competition.

High schools invited to participate in the competition are Ayersville H.S., Bowling Green H.S., Delta H.S., Eastwood H.S., Edon H.S., Edgerton H.S., Elmwood H.S., Four County Career Center, Genoa H.S., Oak Harbor H.S., Penta Career Center, Pettisville H.S. and Wauseon H.S.

Local businesses donating tractors for the competition are Streacker Tractor Sales, Crosby Equipment, Eagle Machinery Inc., Caterpillar Inc., John Deere and Owens Community College.

Owens’ Diesel Technology program offers students the opportunity to pursue either an associate degree or a certificate while preparing them for careers in operations, maintenance, service, testing, diagnosis and development of truck and heavy equipment. Students interested in a career as a professional agricultural equipment service technician can pursue an associate degree through the College’s John Deere Agricultural Technician program. Owens is one of 23 academic institutions in the United States and Canada, and the only school in Ohio, to offer the John Deere Agricultural Technician program.

Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus Hosts Northwest Ohio’s Largest College Preview Night, March 5

Posted on February 22nd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – More than 100 public and private colleges and universities from Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Pennsylvania will visit the Toledo area as Owens Community College hosts Northwest Ohio’s largest College Preview Night on Wednesday, March 5.

Established in 1987, the event will occur from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the counseling staffs of 19 local high schools and Owens. College tables will be set up in Owens’ Student Health and Activities Center and presentations will be held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, the Math/Science Center and the Audio/Visual Classroom Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to College Preview Night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“College Preview Night is a great opportunity for high school students and their parents to visit with admissions representatives and learn about the variety of educational opportunities available after high school,” said Jennifer Irelan, Owens Assistant Director of Enrollment Services. “Owens Community College is proud to once again work with area high schools in sponsoring an event that will aid students in choosing their career path.”

The event will provide high school students and their parents the opportunity to visit with various college and university representatives and pick up important information about admission requirements. Individuals will also learn about financial aid, student activities, academic program offerings, athletic eligibility and accommodations for students with special needs.

Informational sessions will also occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, online financial aid resources, planning for college, preparing for the ACT test, preparing to transfer from one academic institution to another and accommodations for students with special needs.

In addition, representatives from local financial institutions will be present to provide information on student loans and high school counselors will be available during the event to answer general college questions. Representatives of the various military branches will also be on hand to discuss admission to military academies, the ROTC and other scholarship-related programs.

For more information on College Preview Night, contact the Owens Enrollment Services Office at (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777.

Owens’ New Community Terrace View CafÈ Announces Spring Semester Menu and Findlay Donation Drive Program

Posted on February 21st, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse the world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the hospitality management and culinary arts programs unveil spring menu selections in the community Terrace View CafÈ.

The student-run Terrace View CafÈ is open to the public for the first time during the current academic year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality department, is located in College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View CafÈ will be open to area residents for lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is only $6.95 and reservations are required.

In conjunction with the Terrace View CafÈ biweekly lunches, Owens’ hospitality management and culinary arts programs are reaching out to the City Mission of Findlay by encouraging restaurant visitors to make a monetary donation to the non-profit organization. Since 1934, the City Mission of Findlay has provided community outreach, serving as an emergency shelter for those in need of food, as well as providing clothing, lodging, counseling and spiritual guiding. In addition to monetary donations, Owens students will contribute all restaurant gratuities received to the City Mission of Findlay. All donations will be presented to the City Mission of Findlay at the conclusion of the Spring Semester.

The Terrace View CafÈ will be available to guests starting Thursday, Feb. 28, with an Ireland theme that features a roast breast of chicken with cabbage and bacon entrÈe. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection on Tuesdays, whereas Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Spring Semester dates and entrÈe listings include March 11 (Creole-style jambalaya), March 13 (chicken, black bean and feta salad in a pita), March 18 (grilled chicken quesadillas), March 20 (Greek chicken with artichoke hearts), March 25 (raspberry chicken with oven roasted potatoes), March 27 (chicken chili and cheese tamales served with a chorizo and rice stuffed pepper), April 1 (southern fried chicken with cream gravy), April 3 (crab and vegetable sushi with oriental dipping sauce), April 8 (hearty beef potpie with rich biscuit topping), April 10 (meat, cheese and mushroom stuffed ravioli), April 15 (Cuban-style roasted pork), April 17 (porcini pork tenderloin) and April 22 (caramelized salmon with orange-shoyu glaze). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose a vegetarian preparation if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Also, meals are available for take out.

For additional information about Owens’ Terrace View CafÈ lunch menu or to make a reservation, call (567) 661-2493 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2493, or visit www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Greater Hancock County College Night, March 3

Posted on February 18th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – More than 80 colleges and universities from Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York and Kentucky will visit the Findlay area as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus hosts Greater Hancock County College Night on Monday, March 3. The event will occur from 6:30-8 p.m.

The counseling staffs of nine local high schools in the surrounding area are co-sponsoring the annual event, which is being held at the Owens Findlay-area Campus Community Education and Wellness Center. The College is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the college preview night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Greater Hancock County College Night is a great opportunity for high school students and their parents to visit with admissions representatives and learn about the variety of educational opportunities available after high school,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services on the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College is proud to once again work with area high schools in sponsoring an event where students can begin to choose their career path.”

The event will provide high school juniors and seniors and their parents the opportunity to visit with various college and university representatives and pick up important information about admission requirements. Individuals will also learn about financial aid, student activities, academic program offerings and accommodations for students with special needs.

Informational sessions will occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, planning for college, preparing for the ACT test and career trends of the future.

In addition, bank representatives will be available to provide information on student loans and military branches will be on hand to discuss admission to military academies, the ROTC and other scholarship-related programs. High school counselors will also be present during the event to answer general college questions.

For more information on Greater Hancock County College Night, contact the Owens Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College Student Government Observes Northern Illinois Tragedy with Memorial Display, Feb. 19

Posted on February 18th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Student Government is inviting their fellow students, as well as area residents and employees, to join them in paying tribute to those victims that lost their lives in the Northern Illinois University tragedy by attending a memorial display on Tuesday, Feb. 19.

“Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies go out to the Northern Illinois students, friends and families of the victims and their unimaginable loss,” said Lindsay Gregory, Owens Student Government President.

Individuals will have the opportunity to share their condolences with the Northern Illinois community by writing a message in a book that will be sent to the university. Additionally, attendees will be able to take a ribbon in Northern Illinois’ school colors to wear throughout the day. The memorial display will be located in both the Student Health and Activities Center and the College Hall Atrium on the Toledo-area Campus. Individuals can stop by from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Hosts Free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator, Feb. 19

Posted on February 11th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in experiencing the virtual world of drunk driving and its many dangers are invited to attend a free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program at Owens Community College on Tuesday, Feb. 19. The Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator’s appearance at Owens will mark the first time that an academic institution in Ohio has hosted the program.

Presented by the P.E.E.R.S. (Professionals Encouraging Educational Reform Statewide) organization and the College’s Office of Student Activities and Students Involved, the free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program will occur from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to partner with P.E.E.R.S. and raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving,” said John Byers, Owens Coordinator of Student Activities. “Driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated is extremely dangerous and thousands of people die each year because of individuals driving under the influence of alcohol. I encourage people to take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance their knowledge about drinking and driving.”

The P.E.E.R.S. organization also provides literature on drunk driving and presents an impact video highlighting accidents caused by alcohol and the after effects on victims and their families.

In addition, the free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program will be held on the College’s Toledo-area Campus on Thursday, Feb. 14. The simulation program will occur from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center.

For more information about the Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus Hosts Free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator, Feb. 14

Posted on February 11th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in experiencing the virtual world of drunk driving and its many dangers are invited to attend a free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program at Owens Community College on Thursday, Feb. 14. The Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator’s appearance at Owens will mark the first time that an academic institution in Ohio has hosted the program.

Presented by the P.E.E.R.S. (Professionals Encouraging Educational Reform Statewide) organization and the College’s Office of Student Activities and Student Government, the free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program will occur from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The P.E.E.R.S. organization also provides literature on drunk driving and presents an impact video highlighting accidents caused by alcohol and the after effects on victims and their families.

In addition, the free Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program will be held on the College’s Findlay-area Campus on Tuesday, Feb. 19. The simulation program will occur from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Community Education and Wellness Center.

For more information about the Virtual Reality DUI/DWI Auto Simulator Awareness Program, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Celebrates Black History Month With Events in February

Posted on January 31st, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will celebrate Black History Month with a series of events and activities highlighting and honoring the role and impact of African Americans throughout this country’s history. The public is encouraged to join the campus community for guest speakers and educational awareness programs.

“Owens Community College is proud to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of black Americans who, throughout history, have done so much to make America the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation we know today,” said Betty Valentine, Owens Director of Employee Relations and Diversity. “It is also an opportunity for Americans to learn about the experiences of black Americans in our society and the vital role this community has played throughout our shared history.”

Valentine added, “I encourage area residents to engage themselves in Owens’ various events surrounding Black History Month and draw inspiration from their important messages.”

Owens continues to serve as a leader in providing academic opportunities to African Americans throughout Northwest Ohio. For Spring Semester, 2,321 African Americans are pursuing an Owens education on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. The College has more than tripled its African-American enrollment since becoming a comprehensive community college in 1994. Fourteen years ago only 715 African-American students were enrolled during the spring term.

Owens activities occurring during Black History Month include:

Thursday, Feb. 21

“Bamboozled” Movie Presentation and Discussion
Individuals are invited to view one of Spike Lee’s latest films (2000), which takes attendees on a satirical look into the television industry through the eyes of an Ivy-League educated black writer at a major network. Frustrated that his ideas for a “Cosby Show”-style take on a black family has been rejected by network brass, he devises an outlandish scheme of reviving the minstrel show with a certain racial focus. The show becomes an instant success, however, with the success also comes repercussions for all involved. Bowling Green State University faculty member Ramona Coleman-Bell will lead a discussion about racism at the film’s conclusion.
(2 p.m.) (Findlay-area Campus Conference Center)

Tuesday, Feb. 26

“History and Legacy of African Americans in Greater Toledo” Soul Food Luncheon and Lecture
Authentic “soul food” from the African-American culture will serve as theme for a Terrace View CafÈ luncheon. In addition, Robert Smith, Founder and CEO of the African-American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio, will provide attendees with insight into the cultural history and background of African Americans in Greater Toledo. The African American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio was founded in 2004 with the goal of creating a vehicle to secure and share the histories of African Americans from the surrounding Northwest Ohio communities who left indelible impressions upon local communities, families and the world. The cuisine will be prepared by Owens students within the Culinary Arts program. Reservations must be made prior to the event.
(11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.) (Toledo-area Campus College Hall Terrace View CafÈ)

In addition, Owens’ libraries on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will display a variety of African-American heritage information, as well as feature a selection of books and audio/visual materials related to Black History Month in February.

To celebrate and honor the contributions made by African Americans throughout America’s history, longtime black history advocate Dr. Carter G. Woodson introduced Negro History Week to the country in 1926. Later changed to Black History Week, the observance was extended in 1976 to a month-long celebration occurring in February and renamed Black History Month.

For additional information about Owens’ Black History Month activities, call (567) 661-7421 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7421.

Owens Dental Program Offers Free Dental Services for Children During Give Kids A Smile Day, Feb. 1

Posted on January 29th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Oral hygiene, X-rays and fillings will be the focus of free dental appointments at Owens Community College as more than 100 area elementary and high school students’ teeth are transformed to pearly whites as part of the nationwide Give Kids A Smile Day on Friday, Feb. 1.

Owens’ Dental Hygiene program, in collaboration with the Toledo Dental Society, will be offering a day of free dental services for “at-risk” children ages six months to 18 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. at the College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic. The clinic is located in Health Technologies Hall on the Toledo-area Campus.

Additionally, Toledo Dental Society dentists and Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary will provide restorative treatments such as fillings and extractions for patients on Saturday, Feb. 2.

Give Kids A Smile Day is a national initiative by the American Dental Association, which is dedicated to focusing attention on the epidemic of untreated oral disease among disadvantaged children. Held each February in conjunction with National Children’s Dental Health Month, Give Kids A Smile Day provides free oral health education, screening and treatment services to children from low-income families across the country. In 2007, events were held at approximately 2,250 locations across the nation, with over 39,000 dental team volunteers and 14,400 dentists providing treatment to over 758,000 children.

“Owens Community College’s Dental Hygiene program is proud to once again participate in such a worthwhile endeavor and provide dental services to individuals in need,” said Beth Tronolone, Owens Chair of Dental Hygiene. “Give Kids A Smile Day is also a wonderful opportunity to raise the importance and awareness of preventive dental care such as flossing, brushing and regular dental visits.”

Tronolone added, “If untreated, tooth decay just continues to get worse and affects children’s overall health. Our goal is give each attendee a positive dental experience and help them feel comfortable smiling again.”

Owens Dental Hygiene second-year students, faculty and alumni, and area dentists will be conducting dental services, which will include dental education and screening, X-rays, oral prophylaxis (cleanings), limited restorations and dental sealants. In addition, first-year students from the health program will provide educational presentations for parents and children.

The College’s Dental Hygiene program provides more than 40 students with a fully accredited, scientifically current and competency-based curriculum annually. Students receive classroom instruction as well as hands-on experience in the Dental Hygiene Clinic, while preparing to sit for the national, state or regional exam in dental hygiene. Owens’ program also offers dental services to area residents through its Dental Hygiene Clinic. The 20-chair clinic is staffed by dental hygiene students and supervised by licensed dental professionals at Owens, and appointments are available during the Fall and Spring semesters for a $25 fee.

Individuals interested in receiving free dental service are encouraged to contact the College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic at (567) 661-7294 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7294. Appointment reservations must be made prior to the event.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Hosts Health Career Workshop, Feb. 4

Posted on January 28th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options within the growing field of health care as Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus hosts a Health Career Workshop on Monday, Feb. 4.

The Health Career Workshop is free and will occur from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Starting at 12:30 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center, attendees will have the opportunity to hear presentations about an array of educational opportunities and career choices available within health care. Individuals will also be able to speak to local health care professionals and ask them questions about their respective field of work. In addition, area residents will learn about academic resources specific to higher education degrees and certificates within the areas of medical assistant, massage therapy, registered nursing, practical nursing and nurse assistant training, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s Enrollment Services Office at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Automotive Careers and Educational Opportunities Showcased At Owens Greater Toledo Auto Show Preview Day, Jan. 24

Posted on January 23rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – More than 100 high school students from Northwest Ohio will explore careers within the automotive industry, as well as receive a sneak peek of the Greater Toledo Auto Show, as Owens Community College and General Motors Corp. host a Greater Toledo Auto Show Preview Day on Thursday, Jan. 24.

Beginning at 11 a.m. in the SeaGate Convention Centre, area General Motors service managers will meet with students and share information on career opportunities available within the automotive industry. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the College’s Automotive Technology/General Motors Corporation Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP) and hear from Owens ASEP alumni as they share their career and educational experiences.

Following the informational program, students and instructors will receive a preview of the Greater Toledo Auto Show, showcasing the latest state-of-the-art vehicles from more than 30 manufacturers. Organizations displaying vehicles are Acura, GMC, Saturn, Jeep, Pontiac and Chevrolet, among others.

“The Toledo Auto Show Preview Day is a great opportunity for high school students to be exposed to educational opportunities and career choices within the automotive field,” said Tracy Campbell, Owens Chair of Transportation Technologies. “Owens Community College is proud to collaborate with the General Motors Corp. and host an event where students will be able meet with automotive professionals who can provide insight into how to go about choosing various career paths after high school.”

Area high schools attending the Greater Toledo Auto Show Preview Day are Clay High School, Penta Career Center, Start High School, Whitmer High School and Woodward High School.

Owens and the General Motors Corp. have a longstanding partnership through the College’s Automotive Technology/General Motors Corporation Automotive Service Educational Program. The two-year associate degree program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge to diagnose, correct, and repair electrical, fuel, emissions, and mechanical problems found in today’s modern automobiles. Owens students are taught by General Motors certified instructors and all lab/lecture instruction is specific to General Motors products. As part of the academic curriculum, students rotate between working full-time at a General Motors dealership and taking Owens classes full-time in eight-week increments. Scholarships are also available for prospective students interested in the program.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, Jan. 29

Posted on January 22nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, Jan. 29.

The Blood Drive will occur from 12-5 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College Helps Students Achieve Academic Dreams With College Goal Sunday Event, Feb. 10

Posted on January 18th, 2008

Owens student Sabrina Rodabaugh of Findlay, an Office Administration major, works on filling out the online FAFSA application.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in acquiring additional information about financial aid are encouraged to participate in a free workshop where financial aid representatives from colleges and universities throughout Northwest Ohio will provide insight on securing federal and state assistance to any academic institution of higher learning. The program, known as College Goal Sunday, will be held at the Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses on Sunday, Feb. 10.

Presented by the Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA), the state-sponsored event will focus on helping students complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application, as well as answer financial aid specific questions. College Goal Sunday begins at 2 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus and in the Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Families will need to register prior to the event by accessing the College Goal Sunday website at www.ohiocollegegoalsunday.org.

“Owens Community College and fellow academic institutions are committed to offering the maximum amount of educational resources for students to fund their college education,” said Betsy Johnson, Owens Director of Financial Aid. “One of the biggest roadblocks students encounter when exploring their eligibility for financial aid is the financial aid form itself. College Goal Sunday invites students and their parents to spend an afternoon going through the application process step-by-step with a financial aid representative.”

Johnson added, “Students who apply now will have the advantage of being eligible for considerably more financial aid than those who wait until late spring. The money is out there and events such as College Goal Sunday are intended to provide some sense of hope to students who feel that financial resources are the biggest barrier to a college education.”

Owens and other colleges and universities currently participate in several need-based federal and state funded grant programs, work study opportunities, and loans, which all require applicants to file a FAFSA form to determine financial need. Additionally, numerous scholarships are available at the various academic institutions.

Specific programs accessible to students include the Federal Pell Grant, the Ohio College Opportunity Grant, the Federal Stafford Loan, the Federal PLUS Loan and the Federal Work Study, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s Office of Financial Aid at (567) 661-7343 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7343, or (567) 429-3540 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3540.

Owens Community College Closed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, Jan. 21

Posted on January 9th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed on Monday, Jan. 21 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed for business.

Classes will resume and administrative offices will be open again on Tuesday, Jan. 22.

Owens Community College to Host Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Classic, Jan. 21

Posted on January 3rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College, the Northwest Ohio Black Media Association and the Toledo Public Schools will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as the College will serve as host to the 2008 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Classic on Monday, Jan. 21. Four boys high school basketball teams from Ohio, Michigan and Indiana will compete in the doubleheader with all proceeds benefiting Northwest Ohio Black Media Association scholarship initiatives.

Founded in 1996 by the Northwest Ohio Black Media Association, the 2008 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Classic will be held at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College appreciates the opportunity to strengthen our partnerships with Toledo Public Schools and the Northwest Ohio Black Media Association and once again support this very worthwhile fundraiser for scholarships in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” said Christa Adams, Ph.D., President of Owens Community College.

Beginning at 1 p.m., varsity basketball action will commence with Scott High School (Toledo, Ohio) taking on defending Indiana Class 4A state champion East Chicago Central High School (East Chicago, Ind.). In the second varsity game starting at 3 p.m., defending City League champion Libbey High School (Toledo, Ohio) will face Saginaw High School (Saginaw, Mich.), the defending Michigan Class A state champion.

The Northwest Ohio Black Media Association, the Toledo-based affiliate of the National Association of Black Journalists, was founded in 1990 with the goals of strengthening ties among Black communicators, becoming an exemplary group of professionals that honor excellence and outstanding achievement by Black communicators, assisting in expanding job opportunities for black communicators, and identifying potential black communicators in local high schools and colleges.

For nearly two decades, the Northwest Ohio Black Media Association has played a very active role in many community outreach programs, which includes preparing students for careers in journalism through its Minority High School Journalism Workshop and helping the community learn more about the media through its community access seminars. The organization also provides thousands of dollars in scholarships annually and organizes debates and town hall meetings on an array of current event topics.

Tickets for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Basketball Classic are $10 for adults and $8 for students. Tickets in advance are $8 for adults and $6 for students. Individuals can purchase tickets at “The Sojourner’s Truth” in Toledo and at Libbey and Scott high schools. For more information, call (419) 841-1652.

Owens Honors National Guardsmen Called to Active Duty, Jan. 4

Posted on January 3rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents will have the opportunity to honor their local soldiers as Owens Community College hosts a special Deployment Ceremony for the Ohio National Guard’s 1-148th Infantry Regiment on Friday, Jan. 4.

The Deployment Ceremony for the national guardsmen begins at 10 a.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The event is free and open to the public.

The College will join community leaders, politicians and area residents in recognizing the 1-148th Infantry Regiment prior to its travel overseas.

Approximately 350 personnel assigned to Headquarters Company and also Company A of the 1-148th Infantry Regiment, which is located in Walbridge, will be mobilized to support Operation Iraqi Freedom efforts in Kuwait.

Since 2001, several thousand members of the Ohio National Guard have answered the nation’s call, serving in geographical regions ranging from Afghanistan to the Persian Gulf. Owens currently has approximately 300 students from the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses serving their country in the military.

Comparable to the National Guard of other states, the Ohio National Guard has a long history of service to its citizens and the United States. Its heritage is rooted in the militia system that has played a vital role in conflicts, wars, civil disturbances and natural disasters throughout our nation’s history. The overall mission of the Ohio National Guard is to provide trained units and equipment capable of protecting life and property, and preserving peace, order and public safety.

Owens Community College Closed During Holiday Season

Posted on December 10th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Saturday-Tuesday, Dec. 22 – Jan. 1, for the holiday season. Administrative offices will open again on Wednesday, Jan. 2.

Spring Semester classes begin on Thursday, Jan. 10.

Owens Community College Enhances Bookstore Convenience with New Drive-Thru Book Buy-Back Program, Dec. 10-14

Posted on December 5th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents attending Owens Community College can now sell their used or unwanted textbooks without leaving the convenience of their automobiles as the campus Bookstore offers a new Drive-Thru Book Buy-Back Program on the Toledo-area Campus, Dec. 10-14.

The Drive-Thru Book Buy-Back Program is unique to the state as Owens is one of the only academic institutions in Ohio to offer such a service to students. Colorado State University and California State University, Long Beach are among the select schools to provide students the drive-thru book buy-back service.

“Owens Community College is dedicated to meeting the needs of its students by providing alternative ways for students to sell their used or unwanted semester textbooks,” said Rebecca Drayton, Owens Manager of the Bookstore on the Toledo-area Campus. “The Bookstore is continuously looking for unique and innovative ways to enhance service for students. Owens’ drive-thru program allows students to conveniently sell their textbooks without leaving the confines of their warm vehicle, very similar to an individual making a transaction at a bank drive-thru window.”

The drive-thru site will be located at the northwest corner of the Audio/Visual Classroom Center parking lot (Lot N) on the Toledo-area Campus. Individuals will have the opportunity to drive up to one of two designated drive-thru windows from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Dec. 10-13, and from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Friday, Dec. 14. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

For more information about the Bookstore’s new Drive-Thru Book Buy-Back Program, call (567) 661-2021 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2021.

Owens Student Groups Participate in Worldwide Initiative to Fight Hunger and Low Literacy Rates, Dec. 14

Posted on November 30th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – The Owens Community College student chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society and Student Government are encouraging area residents to help in the fight against hunger and low literacy rates by donating a canned good or book as part of a worldwide initiative titled “Project Graduation: Feed a Body, Feed a Mind” on Friday, Dec. 14.

Established in 2002, the civic engagement program is a global initiative collectively coordinated through more than 500 Phi Theta Kappa community college chapters located in the United States, Canada, Germany and Guam, among other countries. In 2007 alone, more than 36,700 food items and 39,600 books have been collected and presented to needy organizations.

“Such a simple gesture of donating a canned good or book can have a significant impact on improving the quality of life in our communities,” said Lindsay Gregory, Owens Student Government President.

Rick Clever, Owens Phi Theta Kappa Student President added, “As student leaders within our College, we are pleased to be at the helm of this initiative.”

Canned goods and books will be accepted from 5:30-8 p.m. on Dec. 14. The collection point will be located in the hallway outside the Student Health and Activities Center gymnasium, where commencement ceremonies will occur that evening. Additionally, donations are currently being accepted and can be dropped off at Owens’ Center for Fine and Performing Arts Room 205 and College Hall Room 120. All donations will be used to help Mom’s House of Toledo and the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank. The drive will conclude on Dec. 14.

Phi Theta Kappa was established in 1918 by the presidents of eight Missouri junior colleges for women. In 1924, the international organization was expanded to include all two-year colleges. To date, more than one million individuals have been inducted into the international honor society. Owens’ chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society is one of the largest in Ohio.

For more information about project graduation, call (567) 661-7930 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7930.

Area Students Explore Information Technology Careers During Statewide ‘We Are IT’ Program at Owens

Posted on November 28th, 2007

Owens School of Business and Information Systems Dean Karen Reed provided a welcome to the students attending the “We Are IT” conference.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Web pages, iPods and 3-D animation are just a few of the information technology areas that over 100 girls in grades 7-10 recently explored as part of an interactive professional conference at Owens Community College. The event titled “We Are IT” was part of a statewide initiative involving 18 colleges and universities working together for the purpose of providing female students with a broad-based introduction to information technology applications and the array of rapidly-growing career opportunities.

For Kelsey Draper of Perrysburg, the opportunity to participate in a variety of information technology educational activities triggered thoughts of a future career within the newly discovered field.

“I’ve really learned a lot within the last few hours about information technology, everything from podcasting to computer forensics,” said Draper, a freshman at Perrysburg High School. “I’m certainly going to consider information technology as my major when I’m ready to attend college.”

Lora Jefferson of Toledo, an eighth grade student at Leverette Junior High School, added, “It is fun learning and experimenting with new things on the computer.”

Steph O’Rourke of Perrysburg, a freshman at Perrysburg High School, practices podcasting in one of the breakout sessions.

Throughout the event, conference attendees had the opportunity to explore a wide variety of career paths and vocations in information technology, including 3-D animation using the ALICE Programming Language (“Alice’s Garden Lost”), Microsoft Office 2007 (“Lipstick and Microsoft Office 2007”), the developing classroom on an iPod (“My Class is on an iPod?”), Internet exploration (“IT Scavenger Hunt!”), personal web page design (“You on the Web”), Photoshop skills (“Your Name in Lights!”), computer forensics, computer diagnostics, and information technology products and development.

In addition to the lecture portion of each session, the students were given a project to complete in order to further learn the concepts being taught. Sessions were taught by various members of Owens’ information technology and electronics faculty and staff, among others.

“Owens Community College is proud to participate in a statewide initiative which is focused on exposing area students to various career options within information technology,” said Lyn Snyder, Owens Professor of Computer Programming and Chair of the College’s ‘We Are IT’ professional conference committee. “The demand for information technology workers continues to increase and several information technology-related occupations are recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services as the fastest-growing careers in the nation.”

Owens’ “We Are IT” event allowed Javianie Sanchez of Toledo, a Leverette Junior High School student, to learn about how easy it is to add dimension, color and texture to photos through a Photoshop program.

Snyder added, “‘We Are IT’ affords students with a great opportunity to obtain first-hand knowledge about this ever-growing career field from Northwest Ohio’s premier information technology educators and working professionals.”

Students also had time during lunch to meet individuals from local businesses and ask them questions concerning their professions. Additionally, they received information on how to go about choosing a career within information technology after completing their education.

Among the area schools that attended “We Are IT” were Perrysburg High School, Leverette Junior High School (Toledo Public Schools) and Woodward High School.

Other academic institutions that participated in the statewide initiative included Bowling Green State University Firelands College, Edison State Community College, University of Akron, Columbus State Community College, Hocking College, Lakeland Community College, North Central State College, Sinclair Community College and Youngstown State University, among others.

Owens’ “We Are IT” professional conference was held in conjunction with the Ohio IT Business Advisory Network and the Office of Career-Technical and Adult Education of the Ohio Department of Education.

Owens Community College Student Government Hosts First-Ever Dance-A-Thon Benefit, Nov. 30

Posted on November 19th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to dance the night away for a worthy cause as Owens Community College’s Student Government hosts its first-ever Dance-A-Thon on Friday, Nov. 30.

Owens’ Dance-A-Thon event will occur from 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. All proceeds raised throughout the night will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation Æ of Northwest Ohio. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Student Government is extremely excited to bring the first Dance-A-Thon to Owens Community College,” said Lindsay Gregory, Owens Student Government President. “This event is a unique opportunity for the community to come together and have a wonderful time while raising money for such a worthwhile cause as the Make-A-Wish Foundation Æ of Northwest Ohio. Make-A-Wish gives hope, strength and joy to children with life-threatening medical conditions and we are thrilled to be a part of this effort.”

Founded in 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation Æ is dedicated to fulfilling the wishes of children who suffer from life-threatening illnesses. Since the Foundation’s beginning, the organization has granted over 150,000 wishes to children around the world. More than 25,000 volunteers have helped Make-A-Wish become one of the most internationally well-known charities around.

Although dancing will be the main focus of the evening, those who are not light on their feet will have the opportunity to participate in several other planned activities. Participants will be able to test their athletic ability on the volleyball and basketball courts, as well as their climbing skills on a rock wall. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attempt riding a mechanical bull. Live bands performing during Dance-A-Thon from 6-9:30 p.m. will include Josh Boyd and the VIP Band and Resonant Soul.

The evening activities will culminate with a Make-A-Wish child named Destanee telling a story about how the organization had a profound impact on her life. Destanee will address Dance-A-Thon attendees at 7:30 p.m.

In addition, Student Government will be giving away various prizes throughout the night. Awards will also be presented at the conclusion of Dance-A-Thon within the categories of best dressed dancer, the last person dancing and the quickest to learn a dance.

Food and refreshments will be available throughout the night for those who need to replenish their energy while dancing. T-shirts made especially for the Dance-A-Thon will also be on hand for purchase.

Individuals can purchase tickets prior to the Dance-A-Thon for $5 at the College’s Bookstore, Library, Student Services Office and Student Activities Office on the Toledo-area Campus. On the Findlay-area Campus, tickets can be purchased at the Student Services Office. Additionally, tickets will be available at the event for $7. For more information about this event, call (567) 661-2605 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2605.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Nursing Students Reach Out to Area Hospital Children With Toy Drive, Nov. 20 – Dec. 11

Posted on November 16th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – The Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is once again working to spread holiday cheer throughout the surrounding communities by hosting its third annual Toy Drive benefiting children staying in local hospitals. The organization is currently accepting donations of toys, Nov. 20 – Dec. 11.

“The Owens Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is proud to engage in a project that allows us to give back to the community in a very meaningful way,” said Deanna Hays, Owens Registered Nursing student and President of the Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association. “The charitable donations will make a world of difference for those children who must spend their holiday in the hospital.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay, at collection points in the Nursing Lab or the Commons area. On Dec. 12, the Student Nursing Association will wrap the donated toys and distribute them as gifts to children in the Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center, Wood County Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, Lima Memorial Hospital and Fremont Memorial Hospital. Over 120 toys were donated to area hospital children the last two years.

For more information on the Owens Student Nursing Association Toy Drive, call (567) 429-3518 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3518.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, Nov. 26 – Dec. 1

Posted on November 16th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this spring are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, Nov. 26 – Dec. 1. Spring Semester classes begin on Jan. 10.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Nov. 26-29. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 30, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for spring term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, Nov. 26 – Dec. 1

Posted on November 16th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this spring are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, Nov. 26 – Dec. 1. Spring Semester classes begin on Jan. 10.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, Nov. 26-29. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 30, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for spring term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Collaborates With Perrysburg Township Fire and Police through Food and Clothing Drive, Nov. 19 – Dec. 10

Posted on November 15th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Department of Safety and Security, in collaboration with the Perrysburg Township Fire and Police departments, is encouraging area residents to help local families in need of food and clothing by donating to a community-wide Operation Breadbasket collection drive, Nov. 19 – Dec. 10.

The initiative, now in its 30th year of existence, is sponsored by the Perrysburg Township Fire and Police departments in conjunction with Perrysburg Christians United, the Salvation Army and the Marine Corps “Toys for Tots”. Last year alone, Operation Breadbasket helped over 100 families in the surrounding communities.

Starting on Monday, Nov. 19, Owens’ Department of Safety and Security will be accepting a variety of new and used clothing and toy items, as well as non-perishable food and monetary donations. Such items include clean and usable clothing in all sizes with a specific need for coats, jackets, hats, gloves, boots, scarves and headbands. In addition, toys, blankets and non-perishable food items are welcomed.

“Owens Community College is proud to partner with the Perrysburg Township Fire and Police departments on an initiative benefiting such a worthy cause,” said Julee Cope, Owens Chief of Safety and Security. “There many families that are in need of assistance, whether the help comes in the form of a coat, shoes or food. I encourage area residents and Owens employees to lend a helping hand during this holiday season by making a donation to Operation Breadbasket.”

The collection point will be located inside the entrance to the safety and security office, which is located in Alumni Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. Individuals can drop off their donations 24 hours a day.

In addition, according to Cope, individuals who have received an Owens parking citation up to $100 within the past year will have a very unique opportunity to trade in their ticket with the donation of a canned food or new toy item.

“The Owens Safety and Security Department is calling the food and toy drive, ‘Food for Fines’ and ‘Toys for Tickets’,” stated Cope. “Our goal is to provide a little extra incentive for individuals to donate to Operation Breadbasket.”

The Department of Safety and Security will only be accepting canned goods and new toys as part of the parking fine program. Each canned good donated will be worth $1. Therefore, a person who brings in 20 canned goods and owes a $20 parking fine will now have their fine paid in its entirety. For every $1 that a new toy is worth, the individual will receive a $2 credit.

For more information about Operation Breadbasket, call (567) 661-7575 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7575.

Owens Community College Closed Thanksgiving Weekend

Posted on November 14th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Wednesday through Sunday, Nov. 21-25, for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no classes and the College will be closed.

Additionally, there will be no classes on Tuesday, Nov. 20. However, administrative offices will be open throughout the day.

Classes will resume and administrative offices will open again on Monday, Nov. 26.

Area Students to Learn About Information Technology Careers As Part of Statewide Program at Owens, Nov. 16

Posted on November 14th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Over 150 girls in grades 7-10 from Northwest Ohio will have the opportunity to learn about and explore the various career options available within information technology as Owens Community College hosts a “We Are IT” professional conference on Friday, Nov. 16.

Owens’ “We Are IT” professional conference, which is being held in conjunction with the Ohio IT Business Advisory Network and the Office of Career-Technical and Adult Education of the Ohio Department of Education, is part of a statewide initiative involving 18 colleges and universities working together for the purpose of providing female students with a broad-based introduction to information technology applications and career opportunities. The “We Are IT” professional conferences occurring throughout Ohio are expected to reach over 1,000 girls.

The Northwest Ohio event will occur from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts and the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to participate in a statewide initiative which is focused on exposing area students to various career options within information technology,” said Lyn Snyder, Owens Professor of Computer Programming and Chair of the College’s ‘We Are IT’ professional conference committee. “The demand for information technology workers continues to increase and several information technology-related occupations are recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services as the fastest-growing careers in the nation. ‘We Are IT’ affords students with a great opportunity to obtain first-hand knowledge about this ever-growing career field from Northwest Ohio’s premier information technology educators and working professionals.”

Between 10-11:30 a.m. and 12:25-1:05 p.m., conference attendees will have the opportunity to participate in 10 different breakout sessions. Students will explore a wide variety of career paths and vocations in information technology, including 3-D animation using the ALICE Programming Language (“Alice’s Garden Lost”), Microsoft Office 2007 (“Lipstick and Microsoft Office 2007”), the developing classroom on an iPod (“My Class is on an iPod?”), Internet exploration (“IT Scavenger Hunt!”), personal web page design (“You on the Web”), Photoshop skills (“Your Name in Lights!”), computer forensics, computer diagnostics, and information technology products and development.

Other academic institutions participating in the statewide initiative include Bowling Green State University Firelands College, Edison State Community College, University of Akron, Columbus State Community College, Hocking College, Lakeland Community College, North Central State College, Sinclair Community College and Youngstown State University, among others.

Students from several area schools are expected to be in attendance, including Perrysburg High School, Leverette Junior High School (Toledo Public Schools) and Woodward High School.

Chancellor Eric D. Fingerhut Remarks to Highlight International Education Week Activities at Owens, Nov. 12-16

Posted on November 8th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will celebrate International Education Week with a series of events and activities highlighting multinational experiences, Nov. 12-16. All events are open to public.

The week’s events will kick off on Monday, Nov. 12, with a community discussion about international education and the global economy. The discussion will commence with remarks by Owens Community College President Christa Adams, Ph.D., and International Student Services Administrator CÈsar Hern·ndez. Chancellor of the Ohio Board of Regents Eric D. Fingerhut will follow the remarks with discussion about the future of international education and how it plays a significant role in the globalization of the economy. His comments will also focus on bringing the top students from around the world to Ohio and expanding the state’s business opportunities globally.

In addition, two Owens alumni from the international student education program will share their higher education experience from an international student perspective as part of the event. The International Education Week kick-off event will begin at 10 a.m. and occur in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Celebrating International Education Week is a great opportunity for Northwest Ohio to expand its global perspective and become more internationally engaged,” said CÈsar Hern·ndez, Owens International Student Services Administrator. “Owens Community College is serving and strengthening a global community through the international student education program. We are proud to host a variety of international events and activities, which bring to the forefront world issues affecting our future.”

Beginning on Monday (Nov. 12), area residents and Owens employees and students will have the opportunity to view and purchase an array of handcrafts from around the world presented by 10,000 Villages, an organization that promotes international fair trade by marketing products from diverse cultures made by artisans. The display will be located in the College Hall Atrium from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The 10,000 Villages will also make their handcrafts available for purchase in the Atrium from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 13.

Owens’ International Education Week activities will also feature two additional speaking engagements highlighting traditions and cultural experiences of other countries. On Tuesday, Nov. 13, Owens Presidential Fellow Cleveland Henderson Jr. will facilitate discussion following the video presentation of “Colorado to Cairo: Voices of Youth”, which highlights student conversations between Overland High School in Aurora, Colo., and Heliopolis American International School in Cairo, Egypt. The video presentation and discussion will occur as part of the College’s Brown Bag Lecture Series at 12 p.m. in College Hall Room 100.

Additionally, Bowling Green State University faculty member Dr. Carolyn Palmer will provide insight into the past, present and future of international education as part of a guest lecture on Thursday, Nov. 15. The speaking engagement will occur in conjunction with the Community Terrace View CafÈ luncheon from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. The dining experience will highlight a Brazilian cuisine of Pao de Queijo served with Sopa de Palmito.

International Education Week activities will conclude on Sunday, Nov. 18, with a showing of “The Secret of Roan Inish,” a family film that features 10-year-old Fiona who is sent to live with her grandparents in the small fishing village of Donegal, Ireland. Upon her arrival in Donegal, she discovers a fantasy world of intrigue and adventure highlighted by the folklore of Selkie, a seal who can turn into a human. The film, which is in English and Irish, is offered in conjunction with the College’s World Cultures Film Series and will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre at 2 p.m.

The College’s International Student Services is also hosting two separate contests, promoting various countries and their heritage and culture. The international photography contest will showcase photos taken outside the United States that exhibit significance in the areas of culture, heritage and landscape, while a world trivia contest will allow participants to test their knowledge of world history. Choice selections from the international photography contest will be on display within the College’s Library during International Education Week.

International Education Week was established as part of a joint initiative with the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to support programs dedicated to preparing Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the United States.

Owens continues to serve as a leader in providing higher education to international students. Over 100 students from various countries are pursuing a higher education at Owens during the fall term. Countries represented in Owens’ international student enrollment are Benin, Japan, Kuwait, Korea, Venezuela, Germany, the Republic of Cameroon and Zambia, among others.

For additional information about Owens’ International Education Week activities, call (567) 661-2773 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2773.

Owens and Millstream Career and Technology Center Present College Planning Workshop, Nov. 15

Posted on November 6th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to learn how to go about planning for college as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and Millstream Career and Technology Center present a College Planning Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 15.

The College Planning Workshop is free and begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Millstream Career and Technology Center. Millstream is located on Broad Avenue in Findlay.

“The College Planning Workshop is a great opportunity for prospective students to get a head start on the college planning process by acquiring information on everything from admission requirements to student loans,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services on the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College is excited to work collaboratively with Millstream Career and Technology Center and offer an event where individuals can take the first step toward their career aspirations.”

Throughout the event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about financial aid, the college admissions process and ACT test preparation, among other areas.

For more information, contact the College’s Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3515 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3515.

Owens Student Organization Hosts Tribute to Veterans, Nov. 8

Posted on November 6th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will honor American service men and women as a student organization hosts Veterans Day activities on Thursday, Nov. 8.

Coordinated by the Student Government, the Veterans Day commemoration events will occur on the College’s Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The activities are free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The activities will commence at 11 a.m. with a flag raising ceremony in front of Administration Hall. A moment of silence will follow the flag raising ceremony.

In addition, a rock climbing wall from the U.S. Army will be on hand as part of the Veterans Day activities.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Community Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar, Nov. 10

Posted on November 1st, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to begin their holiday shopping a little early as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus’ Students Involved organization hosts the first-ever Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 10.

More than 35 vendors will be on hand selling various gift items and holiday dÈcor. Items on hand for sale will include holiday wreathes, ornaments and crafts, as well as rugs, jewelry, pottery, baby blankets, purses, soaps, candles and Tupperware. Attendees can also purchase assorted baked goods, including hard candies and pies, among many other edible delights.

In addition, individuals will have the opportunity to purchase items from organizations that include Longaberger, Mary Kay, Home Interiors, The Pampered Chef and Creative Memories. Visitors can also participate in various raffles for the chance to win free afghans. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the day at minimal cost.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Hancock County Relay for Life. For more information, call (567) 429-3542 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3542.

Owens Community College’s Student Government Offers ‘Halloween Alternative’ for Area Children, Oct. 26

Posted on October 10th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Friendly ghosts, skeletons and witches will abound as Owens Community College hosts a variety of free games and activities as part of its second annual “Halloween Alternative” for children ages 12 and under on Friday, Oct. 26.

Sponsored by the College’s Student Government, the child-friendly haunted evening will take place from 6-9 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. All activities are free and area residents are welcome to attend with their children.

“Owens Community College’s ‘Halloween Alternative’ is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy an evening full of fun and entertainment in a safe, warm, indoor setting,” said Lindsay Gregory, Owens President of Student Government. “Halloween is considered a very special day by many children. The College’s Student Government is proud to provide an event for the Northwest Ohio community that captures the Halloween spirit and excitement.”

Children attending Owens’ “Halloween Alternative” will be able to participate in a variety of arts, crafts and games during their visit, highlighted by coloring festive Halloween pictures and bouncing around in an inflatable gym. Attendees also will be given a trick-or-treat bag to decorate with their favorite colors and unique Halloween designs. Throughout their haunted adventure, children will trick-or-treat for candy from Owens students.

Additionally, “Halloween Alternative” will include various refreshments and snacks for all attendees, including donuts and apple cider.

For more information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College to Host Annual Community Blood Drive, Oct. 25

Posted on October 8th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Thursday, Oct. 25.

“Owens Community College is extremely pleased to be involved in such a beneficial endeavor with the American Red Cross,” said Kris Flickinger, Owens Assistant Professor of Surgical Technologies. “This is the College’s 33rd year partnering with the American Red Cross. Our goal is to have over 100 people donate and collect at least 71 units for the local need.”

Qualified donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh between 110 and 350 pounds and not have given blood in the past eight weeks. In addition, individuals should feel well the day of the Blood Drive, be in general good health and have a picture ID (preferably a driver’s license). The Blood Drive is open to Owens employees and students and area residents. Walk-ins are welcome until 2:30 p.m.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region, which comprises Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, is in need of 300 units of donated blood each day to serve 23 Northwest Ohio hospitals.

According to Flickinger, the region is currently experiencing a shortage of blood due to various emergency situations that have occurred.

“I would encourage people to come and donate blood this year, especially because of the general blood emergency we are experiencing,” she stated.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. In addition, all donors will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, contact the College’s School of Health Sciences at (567) 661-7295 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7295. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.givelife.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCPERRYSBURG or calling the above number.

Tolkien Expert and Author Dr. Bradley Birzer To Speak at Owens Community College, Oct. 11

Posted on October 3rd, 2007

Brad Birzer

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into the critically-acclaimed book “J.R.R. Tolkien’s Sanctifying Myth: Understanding Middle-Earth” are invited to a free lecture featuring nationally-known author and Tolkien expert Dr. Bradley Birzer at Owens Community College on Thursday, Oct. 11.

Sponsored by the College’s Communications/Humanities Department and the Intercollegiate Studies Institute of Wilmington, Del., Birzer’s book discussion and lecture will occur at 7 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Owens Community College is excited to provide area residents with the extraordinary opportunity to hear a nationally sought-after scholar in history and theology lecture on the symbolism and other issues found in Tolkien’s work,” said James Hodak, Owens Associate Professor of Communications/Humanities. “Dr. Bradley Birzer’s work is significant, with scholarship and deep affection, because he provides insight into the Tolkien belief system that remains largely unknown, even to Tolkien readers. He will also discuss the social and political views in Tolkien’s literary works, as well as his place among other notable authors in history, which will make for an insightful discussion for those in attendance.”

Birzer serves as an Associate Professor of History at Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Mich., and is the author of “J.R.R. Tolkien’s Sanctifying Myth: Understanding Middle-Earth” and “Sanctifying the World: the Augustinian Life and Mind of Christopher Dawson”. Additionally, he has co-authored “The American West (Wiley Desk Reference)”, edited “American Democrat and Other Political Writings”, and has written for the “Western Historical Quarterly”, “Journal of the Illinois Historical Society”, “Pacific Historical Review”, and in several other publications on matters regarding history, philosophy and religion.

In addition to service to the Intercollegiate Studies Institute, which “articulates and defends the ideas of a free society on the American college campus,” Birzer is a Senior Fellow for the Center for the American Ideal in Houston, a Russell Amos Kirk Chair in History at Hillsdale College, and a member of the Board of Scholars at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame (1990), a master’s degree from Utah State University (1992), a doctorate from Indiana University-Bloomington (1999), and has also studied at the University of Innsbruck, Austria.

For additional information about the event, call (567) 661-7525 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7525.

Owens Community College Hosts Care Fair for Health, Oct. 10

Posted on October 2nd, 2007

“Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event dedicated to educating area residents and students about our nation’s growing health concerns,” said Jennifer Irelan, Owens Assistant Director of Enrollment Services and Care Fair for Health Committee Co-Chair. “Throughout the day, individuals can take advantage of the health services and advice being offered by Northwest Ohio’s premiere health care community.”

In addition, flu shots will be available from ProMedica Health Systems. Receipts will be distributed for use as documentation for insurance reimbursement.

Local high schools attending the event will include Bettsville High School, Lima Senior High School, Glass City Academy, Maumee High School, Penta Career Center, St. Paul High School, Vanguard Career Center, Whitmer High School and Woodward High School

All activities are free and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information, call (567) 661-7421 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7421.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Health Career Day, Oct. 3

Posted on September 25th, 2007

Health Career Day is free and will occur from 9-11:15 a.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

“Health Career Day is a great opportunity for area residents to be exposed to an array of educational opportunities and career choices within the health career field,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services on the Findlay-area Campus. “The demand for future health care professionals continues to increase and several health-related occupations are recognized as some of the fastest-growing careers in the nation. Owens Community College is excited to host an event where students will be able to learn more about the role health professionals play in our everyday lives and gain insight into how to go about choosing various career paths after high school.”

In addition, individuals will have the opportunity to participate in various breakout sessions facilitated by the School of Health Sciences’ faculty members. Breakout sessions will provide students with group experiential learning and hands-on activities related to blood pressure and vision screenings, bone identification, massages, hand grip strength testing, and vital signs observation, among many other experimental areas. Attendees will also receive a demonstration of the College’s human patient simulator technology.

Attendees will also be provided with free refreshments at the Activities Center during their visit.

For more information, or to register, contact the College’s Enrollment Services Office at (567) 429-3515 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3515.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Health Career Expo, Oct. 4

Posted on September 21st, 2007

Sponsored by Owens’ J.O.B.S. (Job Opportunities Brought to Students) Office, the Owens Health Career Expo will run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Dixon added, “The possibility exists that someone could walk away from the Owens Health Career Expo with a new job.”

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Mercy Health Partners, St. Luke’s Hospital, University Medical Center at the University of Toledo, ProMedica Health System and Wood Haven Health Care, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s J.O.B.S. Office at (567) 661-7556 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7556.

Owens Community College Unveils 2007-08 World Cultures Film Series

Posted on September 20th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is inviting the public to immerse themselves into unique languages and cultures from around the world as the School of Arts and Sciences unveils its diverse selection of foreign films as part of the 2007-08 World Cultures Film Series. The films, each the product of a different world culture, will be shown in the Center for the Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre throughout the academic year.

Admission to the 2007-08 World Cultures Film Series is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to provide the Northwest Ohio community with an opportunity to see an array of excellent foreign films free of charge,” said Kathleen Attwood, Owens Assistant Chair of Communications/Humanities. “The World Cultures Film Series will give those in attendance a chance to learn about and experience another country’s cultural heritage through the stories told in these masterful films.”

The series opens with the showing of the Yugoslavian film, “Time of the Gypsies” (1988), on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 8 p.m. Written by the internationally acclaimed filmmaker and Cannes Film Festival Golden Palm winner Emir Kusturica, “Time of the Gypsies” tells the story of Perhan, a young man with telekinetic powers.

Perhan lives with his grandmother Khaditza and his sister Danira, who needs an operation on her leg. Hoping to make enough money to pay for his sister’s operation, Perhan befriends Ahmed, the “money king”, who takes him to Milan, Italy. In Milan, Perhan gets caught up in the criminal underworld, and resorts to stealing from others. Although Perhan does become very wealthy, he is isolated from his family and friends and returns to Yugoslavia to find many surprises. The film is in Romany, Serbo-Croatian, Italian and English, with subtitles in English.

The World Cultures Film Series continues throughout the academic year with many more powerful films, each of which will illuminate the details of another world culture. Additional featured films are as follows:

Sunday, Nov. 18
“The Secret of Roan Inish” (Ireland, 1994)
In collaboration with the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Presenting Arts Season, a free screening of the film “The Secret of Roan Inish” will be offered as part of the Family Fun Sunday performances. The family film features 10-year-old Fiona who is sent to live with her grandparents in the small fishing village of Donegal, Ireland. Upon her arrival in Donegal, she discovers a fantasy world of intrigue and adventure highlighted by the folklore of Selkie, a seal who can turn into a human. The free event is sponsored in part by WGTE Public Broadcasting and WRVF-FM 101.5 The River. This film is in English and Irish.
(2 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre)

Friday, Jan. 18
“Promises” (United States, 2001)
In this alternative look at the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, three filmmakers follow a group of seven local children for several years, documenting their unique story about growing up in Jerusalem. Through this portrait of the youthful generation, film attendees will see how deeply rooted and insoluble the problems of the Middle East have become. This documentary, which was nominated for the 2001 Academy Award for Best Documentary (Features), includes Arabic, Hebrew and English dialogue, which is subtitled in English.
(8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre)

Tuesday, Feb. 26
(Christo and Jeanne-Claude Celebration)
“The Umbrellas” (United States, 1994)
Presented in conjunction with the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition in the Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery (Feb. 18 – April 3), “The Umbrellas” is documentary film that presents the masterful artistic expressions of world-renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude. At sunrise on Oct. 9, 1991, Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s 1,880 workers began to open 3,100 umbrellas in Ibaraki, Japan, and in California with the intent of art reflecting the similarities and differences in the ways of life and the use of the land in two inland valleys, one 12 miles long in Japan, and the other 18 miles long in the United States. The umbrellas were on display for 18 days. The documentary film is in English.
(1 and 4 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre)

Saturday, March 29
“Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner” (Canada, 2001)
The first film ever to be written, directed and presented entirely in Inuktitut, the language of Canada’s Inuit nation, “Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner” tells the story of a rivalry between Atanarjuat and Oki, son of the leader of the tribe, both of whom desire marriage to Atuat. As one of the best hunters in the tribe, Atanarjuat wins Atuat’s hand, which angers Oki and makes for a dramatic and tense climax to the film. “Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner”, which was included in the Toronto International Film Festival’s list of Canada’s Top Ten Films of All Time, is subtitled in English.
(8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre)

For more information about the World Cultures Film Series, call (567) 661-7523 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7523.

Owens Community College to Aid Area Flood Victims With Restoration Supply Drive, Sept. 22-23

Posted on September 19th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Alumni Association and Student Government are reaching out to area residents recovering from the devastating storms and flooding in Hancock and Putnam counties by organizing a Restoration Supply Drive. The two Owens organizations will be accepting community donations this coming weekend, Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 22-23.

Items being collected included Kilz Primer (white), drop cloths, paint brushes and rollers, gloves, masks, Borax, sandpaper, bottled water, white indoor paint, tarps, masking tape, sand paper, paint pans, tools and paper towels.

Additionally, donations of gift cards to Home Depot, Lowe’s Home Improvement and Menards are being accepted to meet the repair needs of the flood victims. Individuals are also encouraged to make monetary donations to purchase additional gift cards. Checks should be made payable to the Owens Alumni Association.

Area residents can drop off their charitable donations in the College’s Library parking lot near Oregon Road. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The supply drive will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22 and from 12-4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 23.

At the conclusion of the Restoration Supply Drive, all items will be donated to the national ISOH/Impact organization and distributed to flood victims in Hancock and Putnam counties.

For more information about the College’s Restoration Supply Drive, call (567) 661-7410 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7410.

‘Mockingbird’ Author to Visit Owens Community College As Part of Northwest Ohio’s The Big Read Activities, Sept. 26

Posted on September 18th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Nationally-known author Charles Shields will visit Owens Community College to discuss his critically-acclaimed book “Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee”, as well as lead book discussion of Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” on Wednesday, Sept. 26. Shields’ appearance at Owens will highlight a series of events, sponsored by the College’s Literacy Committee and the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, to promote and encourage community-wide reading through Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird”.

Owens literacy activities are part of The Big Read, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) designed to restore reading to the center of American culture. The NEA presents The Big Read in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and in cooperation with Arts Midwest.

Shields’ appearance begins at 7 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission is free and the public is encouraged to attend. A book signing will occur at the conclusion of the program.

“Owens Community College is proud to partner with the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library and bring such a well-respected and accomplished author as Charles Shields to Northwest Ohio to promote the importance of reading,” said Lynda Hoffman, Owens Assistant Director of the Learning Centers and Co-Chair of the Literacy Committee. “Literary reading is an important part of America’s fabric and Owens’ Literacy Committee encourages area residents to celebrate literature and the excitement that comes with reading a good book.”

Shields’ book “Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee”, a “New York Times” bestseller, provides insight into the colorful life of Harper Lee, the author of “To Kill a Mockingbird”. Arguably the 20th century’s most widely read American novel, “To Kill a Mockingbird” has sold over 30 million copies since being published in 1960. Yet despite the book’s perennial popularity, its creator, Lee has become a somewhat mysterious figure. After years of research, Shields has brought to life the warmhearted, high-spirited, and occasionally hardheaded, masterful literary author. At the center of Shields’s lively book is the story of Lee’s struggle to create her famous novel.

A former English teacher who taught Lee’s novel for a number of years, Shields later became a writer of non-fiction books for young people including “The Great Plague and Fire of London”, “James Cook and the Exploration of the Pacific” and “George Lucas (Behind the Camera)”. For “Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Lee”, Shields interviewed over 600 of Harper Lee’s neighbors, childhood friends, law school classmates and Kansas residents. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in American history from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana where he was a James Scholar. Shields resides in central Virginia.

Other literacy activities occurring at Owens in September and October include “A Luncheon in the Deep South” featuring a “To Kill a Mockingbird” book discussion in the College Hall Terrace View CafÈ on Tuesday, Sept. 25. The themed luncheon will feature an array of traditional favorites from America’s southern region. “A Luncheon in the Deep South” will occur from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. and reservations must be made prior to the event.

Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, Owens’ Literacy Committee will air a free showing of the Academy Award-winning film “To Kill a Mockingbird” in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. The 1962 film starring Gregory Peck will be moderated by Literacy Committee Co-Chair Lynda Hoffman.

The College will conclude The Big Read literacy activities with a book discussion and analysis of “To Kill a Mockingbird” on Tuesday, Oct. 23. The book discussion begins at 7 p.m. in the Owens Library and will be led by Owens Associate Professor of Communications/Humanities Dr. Russell Bodi.

In addition, Owens’ Library will display a variety of artifacts related to “To Kill a Mockingbird”, as well as feature a selection of books and audio/visual materials specific to the nationwide The Big Read initiative.

For more information about the College’s The Big Read activities, call (567) 661-7385 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7385.

Owens Community College Hosts DECA Fall Frenzy, Sept. 28

Posted on September 18th, 2007

DECA Fall Frenzy will occur from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center, Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center, and the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again partner with Penta Career Center and host an event dedicated to enhancing student skills related to careers within the business field,” said Jennifer Irelan, Owens Assistant Director of Enrollment Services. “I expect each participating student to display a high level of knowledge about marketing, merchandising, management and entrepreneurship as future business leaders, which will certainly make for a very exciting day of competition.”

DECA, which stands for “Distributive Education Clubs of America”, is a national organization dedicated to enhancing educational and career opportunities for high school and college students within the areas of marketing, management and entrepreneurship. Since its founding in 1946, DECA has remained on the cutting edge of educational innovation, working with the business community to integrate academic achievement with career and technical skills. Each year the organization’s scholarship program awards over $250,000 in scholarships to students, which are generated from more than 50 corporations.

The event will conclude with an awards ceremony at 1 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center. The top five individuals will be honored based on judging of the team and series competitions.

For more information about the DECA event, call (567) 661-7188 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7188.

Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Fall Plant Sale, Oct. 2-3

Posted on September 17th, 2007

The plant sale will be held from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on both days in the outdoor area between College Hall and Administration Hall and will feature a wide selection of shrubs, perennials, and rare and unusual trees, among other items. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

According to Chris Foley, Owens Associate Professor of Math and Life Science and Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Advisor, the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is excited to once again offer individuals the exciting opportunity to purchase select trees and shrubs at a minimal cost for the upcoming fall planting season.

Shrubs on hand will include the purple beauty berry, dwarf burning bush, spirea, hydrangeas and a wide assortment of many others. Available trees will feature rare types of Japanese snowbell, redbud, ginkgo and varieties of maple. Additionally, several of the trees for sale are native to the United States. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell an array of perennials, including select hostas, lavender, purple asters and ornamental grasses.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

For further information on the plants that will be available please refer to https://www.owens.edu/plantsale.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, Sept. 27

Posted on September 17th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Thursday, Sept. 27.

The Blood Drive will occur from 12-5 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College Student Government Celebrates Constitution Day with Community Events, Sept. 17

Posted on September 12th, 2007

“Owens Community College’s Student Government is proud to celebrate the signing of our country’s U.S. Constitution and its importance to preserving American freedom and democracy,” said Lindsay Gregory, Owens Student Government President. “The events occurring on both campuses will focus on the importance of voting and how each person’s vote can make a difference in the democratic process.”

Beginning at 12 p.m. on Sept. 17, MTV’s “Rock the Vote!” nationwide tour will make an appearance at Owens’ Toledo-area Campus as celebrities Syrus and Brooke from “Real World” and “Road Rules” stress the importance of voting in today’s society during an engaging question and answer discussion. “Rock the Vote!” will occur in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre.

Additionally, retired Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences Gerry Bazer will provide a special presentation commemorating the U.S. Constitution and how it maintains relevance to American citizens with an open forum discussion on Sept. 17. The discussion will take place at 12 p.m. in Owens’ Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a U.S. Constitution trivia contest and receive a free U.S. Constitution informational booklet.

In addition, Owens student representatives will have voter registration forms available on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses from 12-2 p.m. during the Constitution Day events.

For more information about the various Constitution Day activities, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Student Government Observes 9/11 Tragedy With Public Display

Posted on August 31st, 2007

On Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 11-12, individuals can view a memorial display in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda, commemorating the sixth anniversary of the terrorist attack.

“Owens’ Student Government is encouraging community members to honor, not forget, those people who lost their lives on that fateful Sept. 11 morning,” said Lindsay Gregory, Owens Student Government President. “Even six years later, so many people’s lives are still affected by the attack that day. We must do our part to respect, remember and honor our fellow American’s legacy and the fight for freedom.”

According to Gregory, the display is certain to evoke a somber mood and a flood of emotion.

“The display will include an elaborate floral arrangement, which will be generously donated by Ken’s Flower Shops, as well as newspaper clippings and photos from the tragic event,” she stated. “In an effort to fully honor and remember every victim of that day, a complete name listing of those that perished will also be on display.”

Owens Community College Closed for Labor Day Weekend

Posted on August 24th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Saturday through Monday, Sept. 1-3 for the Labor Day holiday. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed.

Classes will resume and College offices will open again on Tuesday, Sept. 4.

Owens Community College Welcomes Back Thousands of Students for Fall Semester, Monday, Aug. 20

Posted on August 14th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Opening its doors for the first day of Fall Semester classes, Owens Community College will once again welcome thousands of students to the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

On Monday, Aug. 20, Owens students will be locating their classrooms, talking with academic advisors and purchasing books, as well as registering for classes.

Owens is increasing its educational opportunities available to students this fall by expanding academic curriculum in such areas as music business technology, commercial photography, interior design and cancer information management, among others. Owens is continuing to expand its extremely popular eOwens distance learning education by introducing additional academic courses online. To date, the College offers more than 160 e-Learning courses in such academic areas as accounting, art, business, English, psychology and speech, among other course selections. In addition to the many e-Learning opportunities, Owens is expanding its weekend education by offering a new weekend associate degree program in business management this fall.

Owens is also enhancing its student services and resources by showcasing a new Health Services and Wellness Center this fall, which is intended to provide access to the College’s first-ever health services on campus. Additionally, Owens is offering its first-ever on-site academic and support service at The Source, Lucas County’s One-Stop Employment Center, in downtown Toledo and at several Toledo-Lucas County Public Library branches within the surrounding communities.

Continuing to expand educational opportunities for students in the Hancock County area, Owens unveiled a new $4.2 million Findlay-area Campus Community Education and Wellness Center earlier this year to complement the new $17.7 million Findlay-area Campus, which opened in 2005.

To accommodate the record number of students, the College, within the last five years, also opened an $11 million Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus. Earlier this year, Owens unveiled a new $20.5 million Center for Emergency Preparedness. The Center is the only state-of-the-art facility of this magnitude within the Midwest.

Owens Toledo-area CampusHosts Rapid Registration Week, July 30 – Aug. 4

Posted on July 23rd, 2007

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, July 30 – Aug. 2. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 3, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, July 30 – Aug. 4

Posted on July 23rd, 2007

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday-Thursday, July 30 – Aug. 2. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 3, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for fall term, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Closed for Independence Holiday, July 4

Posted on June 21st, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed on Wednesday, July 4 for the Independence Day holiday. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed.

Classes will resume and College offices will open again on Thursday, July 5.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, July 12

Posted on June 20th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Thursday, July 12.

The Blood Drive will occur from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College Assists School Children with ‘Backpack to the Future’ Summer Supply Drive

Posted on June 11th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – As another school year comes to an end, many students are once again placing their backpacks in storage or are discarding them entirely in anticipation of buying next fall’s latest fashion trend. Owens Community College’s Alumni Association has taken the initiative of once again organizing a gently-used backpack drive to provide new life for what many students consider their mobile lifeline to learning.

The College’s Alumni Association community service endeavor, titled “Backpack to the Future,” is currently accepting gently-used backpacks and new school supplies from area residents during the summer months. Items collected, as part of the “Backpack to the Future” event, will be given to low-income elementary school children throughout Northwest Ohio.

“Owens Community College’s Alumni Association is proud to once again coordinate a program benefiting such a worthy cause,” said Kaye Koevenig, Owens community service chair of the Alumni Association. “There are many low-income families that can barely afford to pay their bills, and may not be able to provide their children with new supplies. Our goal is to ensure that such occurrences do not happen and that all children begin their school year with new educational resources.”

Koevenig added, “The various donations collected throughout the summer will be delivered to underprivileged children as the new school year begins in August and September.”

In addition to the gently-used backpacks and new backpacks, individuals can donate crayons, markers, bottles of glue, glue sticks, colored pencils, pencils, pink erasers, school boxes, pocket folders, marbled covered composition books and Kleenex tissues. Area residents can bring their charitable donations to the College’s Office of Alumni Relations on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Since establishing the program in 2004, the Owens Alumni Association has given over 550 backpacks and over 8,200 school supplies to benefit underprivileged children throughout Northwest Ohio.

For more information about the school supply drive, or to make a donation, contact the Owens Alumni Relations Office at (567) 661-7410, 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7410 or alumni@owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, May 29 – June 2

Posted on May 18th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this summer or fall are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, May 29 – June 2. Summer Semester classes begin on May 29 and June 4, while Fall Semester will start on August 20.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, May 29-31. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, June 1, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 2. The Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for the summer or fall terms, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Rapid Registration Week, May 29 – June 2

Posted on May 18th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents, businesses and students interested in taking college classes or starting a new career this summer or fall are invited to attend Rapid Registration Week at Owens Community College, May 29 – June 2. Summer Semester classes begin on May 29 and June 4, while Fall Semester will start on August 20.

For added convenience, the College will be open extra hours for Rapid Registration Week from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday, May 29-31. Additionally, students may register from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Friday, June 1, and from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday, June 2. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens offers personal attention and small classes throughout the day, evening and weekends, and online. For more registration information or to obtain a schedule of courses for the summer or fall terms, contact Enrollment Services at (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Closed Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-28

Posted on May 18th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Saturday-Monday, May 26-28 for the Memorial Day holiday. All administrative offices will be closed.

Administrative offices will open again on Tuesday, May 29.

Owens Community College to Host Weapons of Mass Destruction Seminars, May 14 and 22

Posted on May 7th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Northwest Ohio first responders, campus law enforcement and public safety officials interested in acquiring information about weapons of mass destruction are invited to attend free one-day seminars presented by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) at Owens Community College. The seminars will occur on May 14 and 22.

The weapons of mass destruction seminars will be held from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center Rooms 145-147.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again partner with the IACLEA and host an event focused on furthering first responder training,” said Julee Cope, Owens Chief of Safety and Security. “This seminar is a great opportunity to provide vital information concerning public safety that will inevitably better prepare first responders, such as police officers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel, and campus law enforcement officials for potential crisis situations involving weapons of mass destruction.”

Topics discussed will include a general understanding and recognition of terrorist weapons of mass destruction involving chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives, and the defensive considerations and control issues associated with these types of incidents. Participants will be trained to implement self-protection measures, to properly and safely contain and secure the scene, to initiate and maintain appropriate control measures, and to assist with mitigation, preparedness, response or recovery operations.

Funding for such training initiatives is through a grant awarded to the IACLEA by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Office for Domestic Preparedness. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion and eight hours of Continuing Education Units from Louisiana State University.

The IACLEA is focused on advancing public safety for educational institutions by providing educational resources, advocacy and professional development to law enforcement and security officers. The organization provides a forum for member organizations to discuss issues, keep abreast of new ideas and find solutions to the various law enforcement and security problems on their campuses.

Space is limited to the first 50 applicants. For more information, or to pre-register for the event, call (567) 661-7575 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7575. Area first responders must show a valid identification in order to be admitted.

Owens Alumni Association Presents Annual Golf Classic, May 21

Posted on May 4th, 2007

Organized by the Owens Alumni Association’s steering committee, the golf outing will be held at the historic Belmont Country Club in Perrysburg. The event will feature 18-holes of golf, lunch, cocktails/hors d’oeuvres and an awards program. The Golf Classic event sponsor is Sky Bank. In addition, Metzgers Printing & Mailing is the print sponsor and Marathon Petroleum Company is the host sponsor.

“Owens Community College’s Alumni Association is proud to host a community-wide event, benefiting students in pursuit of a college education,” said Laura Moore, Owens Alumni Association Executive Director and Event Chair. “The Golf Classic is a unique opportunity for business and industry, as well as Owens alumni, to provide continued support for higher education, ensuring our students with opportunities for lifelong learning.”

Moore added, “The Northwest Ohio community’s initial response toward this year’s event has again been overwhelming and spots for participating teams are filling up fast. I expect the Golf Classic to once again be a first class, sold-out event and a fun-filled day of golf, benefiting a worthy cause.”

The four-person scramble golf competition will begin with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Lunch will precede the golf from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., followed by a short golf demonstration at 1 p.m. The day will conclude with participants reminiscing about their golfing experience over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m. A short program will occur at this time to recognize all prize winners.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts First-Ever ‘Getting a Jumpstart on College’ Day, May 17

Posted on May 2nd, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area eighth grade students and their parents are invited to learn how students can make a successful transition from high school to college by attending Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus’ first-ever campus exploration day titled “Getting a Jumpstart on College” on Thursday, May 17.

The “Getting a Jumpstart on College” event is free and will occur from 5:30-8 p.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

Throughout event, students will have the opportunity to experience a taste of college by attending various hands-on educational sessions highlighted by a computer scavenger hunt, photography composition and Rapid Prototype machine demonstrations.

In addition, students and their parents will be able to meet with faculty and staff members and pick up important information about financial aid, student activities and academic program offerings. Tours of the College’s Findlay-area Campus will also be given from 5:45-6:30 p.m. Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend a free cookout during their visit.

For more information, or to register, contact the College’s Enrollment Services Office at (567) 429-3515 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3515. The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 9.

‘The Human Ketchup Drinking Machine’ Seeks World Record During Cancer Research Benefit at Owens, April 30

Posted on April 24th, 2007

Area residents interested in witnessing history in the making are invited to watch Owens Community College student Nicholas Huenefeld – otherwise known as “The Human Ketchup Drinking Machine” – seek enshrinement into the “Guinness Book of World Records” as the world’s fastest ketchup drinker on Monday, April 30. The event will feature live music, stand-up comedy and condiment-drinking entertainment with all proceeds raised benefiting The V Foundation and cancer research.

The cancer research benefit will occur from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The Owens Student Government is sponsoring the event and admission is $1.

To break the record, Huenefeld will attempt to consume 13 ounces of ketchup in 33 seconds through a quarter-inch straw. The current record is held by Dustin Phillips. In 1999, Phillips consumed 12 æ ounces of ketchup in 33 seconds.

Prior to Huenefeld’s record-breaking attempt, musical performances will occur by bluegrass/country artist Elena Moore and rhythm and blues artist Angel Tucker. Comedian Mark “The Mustard Man” Kikel will follow the two musical performances with a 45-minute stand-up routine. Kikel, nationally-known for his mustard-drinking antics, will then attempt to consume an entire 10-ounce bottle of mustard through a quarter-inch straw. Huenefeld will conclude the event with his ketchup-drinking record attempt at 12:30 p.m.

Huenefeld, a Northwood resident, is majoring in Liberal Arts at Owens. Active on campus, the Lake High School graduate serves as an at-large representative for Student Government, sports editor for the “Owens Outlook” student newspaper and a student-worker in the College’s Student Enrichment and Athletics office. Huenefeld’s ketchup-drinking escapades have already received world attention, appearing in Ripley’s Believe It or Not “Planet Eccentric” publication for drinking a 24-ounce bottle of ketchup in one sitting. Additionally, Huenefeld made a guest appearance on NBC’s television late night show “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” in 2006.

The V Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to saving lives by helping to fund a cure for cancer. The Foundation seeks to make a difference by generating broad-based support for cancer research and by creating urgent awareness among all Americans of the importance of the war against cancer. The Foundation performs these dual roles through advocacy, education, fundraising and philanthropy.

The College’s Student Government is comprised of individuals who serve as the student body voice on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Balancing their time between school and work, Student Government members are constantly initiating new projects and events that cater to the interests of Owens’ student body.

For more information about the event, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Student Groups Raise Environmental Awareness During First-Ever Environmental Fair, April 26

Posted on April 24th, 2007

Owens Community College will bring environmental awareness to the forefront as the Owens Environmental Club hosts its first-ever Environmental Fair on Thursday, April 26. The public is encouraged to join the campus community in celebrating the importance of the environment through daylong activities featuring guest speakers and awareness programs.

Environmental Fair participants include: 577 Foundation, BG Wind Power, Duck and Otter Creeks Partnership Inc., Keep America Beautiful (Lucas County Division), Keep Perrysburg Beautiful, Lake Erie Center, Maumee RAP, Naturally Native Nursery, Ohio Consumer Council, Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Stream Quality Monitoring, Share A Ride – Toledo Consumer Council, University of Toledo Department of Environmental Studies and Wood County Solid Waste Management District. In addition, several campus organizations, including the Owens Environmental Club, will host informational tables.

COSI Toledo will also be bringing six interactive displays specifically designed for this year’s fair. Of the displays, two will focus on the earth’s atmospheric greenhouse effect, while two others will concentrate on the use of alternative energy. The final two displays will center on the ramifications of a lost habitat.

In addition, Owens’ Literacy Committee will be showing “An Inconvenient Truth”, a documentary film that follows former Vice President Al Gore’s crusade to halt global warming’s deadly progress by exposing the myths and misconceptions that surround the phenomena, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center Atrium.

The College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also be hosting its annual Spring Plant Sale on Thursday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. An assortment of unusual trees and shrubs, ornamental grasses and perennials, such as hostas and daylilies, will be available at the Student Health and Activities Center’s outside patio.

Beginning at 5 p.m., Alex Wrege, a doctoral student in Philosophy of Education and Peace Education at the University of Toledo, will speak about Al Gore’s “An Inconvenient Truth” and global warming. Wrege received training from Gore to give his award-winning presentation on which the documentary and book “An Inconvenient Truth” are based. The lecture will occur in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Room 136.

Owens’ Toledo-area Campus will also display a variety of environmental artifacts, as well as feature a selection of books and audio/visual materials related to environmental issues in April.

For additional information about Owens’ Environmental Fair activities, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Student Government Observes Virginia Tech Tragedy With Memorial Service, Apr. 23

Posted on April 20th, 2007

Owens Community College’s Student Government is inviting their fellow students, as well as area residents and employees, to join them on the Toledo-area Campus and pay tribute to those victims that lost their lives in the Virginia Tech tragedy through a memorial service on Monday, April 23.

Individuals are invited to gather at 12 p.m. outside College Hall in the courtyard lawn adjacent College’s Health Technologies Hall. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens’ Student Government is encouraging community members to take a moment to remember those people who lost their lives in the Virginia Tech tragedy,” said Sam Harden, Owens Student Government President. “Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies go out to the Virginia Tech students, friends and families of the victims and their unimaginable loss.”

The memorial service will commence with comments by Student Government President Harden and Owens officials. Local clergy will also provide remarks during the student-led event. A dogwood tree, the state tree of Virginia, will be dedicated and planted in the courtyard lawn in memory of the victims. The tree, which was donated by the city of Toledo, will be accompanied by a plaque.

Students will also read names of the deceased members of the Virginia Tech family, while fellow students place a single flower in front of the new tree memorial, honoring each victim.

In addition, individuals will have the opportunity to share their condolences with the Virginia Tech community by writing a message on an oversized card that will be sent to the university.

Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Spring Plant Sale, April 26

Posted on April 20th, 2007

Area residents seeking to add some new life and color to their gardens and yards this spring are encouraged to attend the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club’s annual Spring Plant Sale at Owens Community College on Thursday, April 26.

The plant sale will be held from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Student Health and Activities Center’s outside patio and will feature a wide selection of shrubs and rare and unusual trees, among other items. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

According to Chris Foley, Owens Associate Professor of Math and Life Science and Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Advisor, the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is excited to once again offer individuals the rare opportunity to purchase select trees and shrubs at a very minimal cost for the upcoming spring planting season.

“Owens Community College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is proud offer members of the community the opportunity to purchase some rare and hard-to-find plants at a very low cost,” Foley stated.

A majority of the shrubs will cost $15, while varieties of trees will cost between $15-35. Individuals can anticipate paying between $4-6 for perennials. All proceeds from the plant sale will help in supporting the organization’s participation in the annual PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Student Career Days, which is a national horticultural and landscape competition involving over 50 colleges and universities across the country.

Shrubs on hand will include the Crimson Pygmy Barberry, Dwarf Korean Lilac, Northern Bayberry and Magic Carpet Spirea, among many others. Several rare and unusual trees will also be available, including the Japanese Stripped-bark Maple, Sugar Maple, Weeping Alaskan Cedar, Kentucky Coffeetree and Japanese Larch. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell perennials, including select hostas and daylilies. A complete listing of the available plants with their prices is available online at www.owens.edu/plantsale.

The College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club was founded in 2005 with the mission of fostering stronger bonds among students majoring in the Landscape and Turfgrass Management Program. Among the organization’s main initiatives is creating a network between alumni and current students to help in assisting individuals pursue careers within the landscape, turfgrass and related horticulture industries. The group also hosts fundraisers to support club outreach activities in the surrounding communities.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Administrative Professionals Week Luncheon, April 24

Posted on April 16th, 2007

FINDLAY – Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus will celebrate Administrative Professionals Week by honoring area administrative professionals with a special luncheon featuring motivational speaker Judy O’Dwyer on Tuesday, April 24. Area administrative professionals and community members are encouraged to attend the event.

“Owens Community College is excited to host an event which recognizes and honors the accomplishments of administrative professionals,” said Marsha Kujawa, Owens Coordinator of the EnterpriseOhio Network Marketing Resource Center. “The luncheon will serve as a great backdrop for area professionals to draw on one another’s expertise, as well as enrich their understanding of customer service and professionalism from an exceptional motivational speaker.”

O’Dwyer, a motivational speaker with the EnterpriseOhio Network, will provide attendees with an insightful presentation on the importance of customer service titled “Give ’em the Pickle”. Based upon Bob Farrell’s popular customer service training program, O’Dwyer’s “Give ’em the Pickle” presentation highlights topics of service, attitude, consistency and teamwork as the essential pillars of a successful business. Full of humorous anecdotes from real-life customer service situations, the speaking engagement will also identify ways that strong customer service can both create and maintain a loyal customer base.

The EnterpriseOhio Network is a statewide quality and productivity improvement resource serving Ohio companies and workers through the public two-year community and technical colleges and university branch campuses in Ohio.

O’Dwyer serves as a Senior Account Executive for Lakeland Community College and Special Projects Coordinator for the EnterpriseOhio Network’s Professional Development Resource Center. Additionally, she has taught at various educational levels ranging from pre-school to job development for the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation and provides sales training, consulting and coaching to EnterpriseOhio Network members throughout the state.

The cost of the luncheon is only $12 and reservations are required. The deadline for reservations is Thursday, April 19. For more information, call (567) 429-3069 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3069.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Community Passport Processing Day, April 18

Posted on April 13th, 2007

Area community members in need of a new passport are invited to Owens Community College as the academic institution partners with the Lucas County Clerk of Courts and host a one-stop Passport Processing Day on Wednesday, April 18.

Individuals can apply for passports from noon – 4 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The total cost of a passport is $107, which includes tax, and can be paid by cash, check or credit card. For more information, call (419) 213-8843.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘Discovering Career Choices’ Seminar, April 17

Posted on April 10th, 2007

FINDLAY – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a new career as Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus presents a free seminar titled “Discovering Career Choices” on Tuesday, April 17.

The seminar, which takes places from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, is free and open to the public. The library main branch is located on Broadway Street in Findlay.

“The ‘Discovering Career Choices’ seminar is a great opportunity for area residents to receive assistance in matching their career-relevant interests and abilities with potential career fields that maximize their talents,” said Verne Walker, Owens Assistant Dean of Students for the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College is proud to provide such a community outreach service and a resource for individuals seeking advice and guidance in both the selection and pursuit of a career path.”

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about a free computer program that will help them to explore various career options. Created by ACT, the computer program is titled DISCOVER and assesses an individual’s career options by asking them a variety of questions in many areas and, using a comprehensive database of occupations, college majors, academic institutions, training institutions, financial aid, scholarships and military options, matches the individual with career options where others with similar likes and dislikes have achieved significant success.

Owens is licensed by ACT to use the DISCOVER program. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to obtain a pass-code at the “Discovering Career Choices” seminar to use the web-based DISCOVER program at their own convenience.

For more information, contact the College’s Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Closed for Easter Weekend, April 6-8

Posted on March 28th, 2007

Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will be closed Friday-Sunday, April 6-8, for the Easter holiday. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed for business.

Classes will resume and administrative offices will open again on Monday, April 9.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Hosts Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night, April 5

Posted on March 28th, 2007

Owens Community College’s School of Technology, the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Welding Society and Lincoln Electric Motorsports are inviting area racing car and truck enthusiasts to the Toledo-area Campus to view an array of competition vehicles and learn more about careers within the welding and automotive industry at the eleventh annual Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night on Thursday, April 5.

“Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night is a great opportunity for area residents to check out some of the latest advancements in competition racing as more than 30 owners from Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan showcase their vehicles,” said Jim Gilmore, Owens Chair of Manufacturing and Industrial Operations. “Attendees can also meet individuals from local businesses and ask advice in choosing a career within the welding or automotive industry.”

Dennis Klingman of the Lincoln Electric Co. will serve as the guest speaker for this year’s event. In addition to serving as Director of Technical Training at the Welding and Cutting Technology Center in Cleveland, Klingman oversees the Lincoln Welding Garage, which repairs the cars and equipment at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Klingman will speak at 7 p.m.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

BGSU Afro-Caribbean Dance and Music Group Performs At Owens Community College During Black History Month

Posted on March 22nd, 2007

Over 50 individuals recently experienced a taste of Afro-Caribbean dance and music as the Bowling Green State University Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Ensemble showcased an array artistic talents at Owens Community College. The music and dance group performed in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus.

Presented by the Student Activities Office in conjunction with Owens’ celebration of Black History Month, the BGSU Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Ensemble showcased the vibrant world of traditional Afro-Caribbean music and dance, originating from Ghana. Several dancing and folkloric styles from around the world were featured as part of the performance.

BGSU Afro-Caribbean Dance and Music Group

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Hosts Relay for Life, March 30-31

Posted on March 21st, 2007

Area residents are invited to walk the night and morning away in support of cancer awareness as Owens Community College hosts its annual Relay for Life on the Toledo-area Campus, Friday-Saturday, March 30-31. Admission to Relay for Life is free and the public is encouraged to be a part of the many activities.

Sponsored by the American Cancer Society and presented by the Colleges Against Cancer student organization, Owens’ fifth annual Relay for Life is one of more than 300 similar cancer fundraising initiatives occurring throughout Ohio. Last year’s event raised over $18,000 to support cancer research.

“Owens’ Colleges Against Cancer student organization is extremely proud to collaborate with the American Cancer Society and assist in the organization’s on-going efforts to make a difference in the fight against cancer,” said Maggie Rowe, Owens President of the Colleges Against Cancer student organization. “Relay for Life is a unique opportunity to not only honor the courageous spirit of those individuals battling cancer, but also to raise money for continued research in hopes that some day this disease will be eliminated.”

Established in 1985, Relay for Life was created to offer communities a unique, empowering and fun way to assist in the fight against cancer. Today, as the American Cancer Society’s signature event, approximately 4,800 communities and 23 countries participate in the cancer awareness fundraiser.

The event begins with an opening ceremony at 6 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center. Among the highlights of the opening ceremony will be a tribute to those in attendance who have survived cancer. The survivors will take a ceremonial first lap together while cheered on by family, friends and Relay for Life participants. A benefit dinner will occur in the Student Health and Activities Center prior to the opening ceremony at 5 p.m. The cost is $12 with proceeds supporting cancer research.

Following the cancer survivor lap, participating teams will begin their 11-hour journey around the College’s indoor track. Numerous activities and entertainment will occur throughout the evening, while a representative from each team will be walking laps around the track at all times. Among the special events will include live bands, massages, dance lessons, silent auctions, relay contests, games, karaoke, putt-putt golf and indoor drive-in movies.

Beginning at 8:30 p.m., a luminary ceremony will occur in the Student Health and Activities Center where a special tribute will remember, honor and celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. Special music will be performed, while luminaries around the College’s indoor track are lit. Each luminary will include the names of cancer survivors and those lost to cancer.

Owens’ event will conclude at 5 a.m. on Saturday (March 31) with a special closing ceremony.

The American Cancer Society is the nation’s leading community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by prevention, saving lives and diminishing suffering through research, education, advocacy and service.

For more information about joining in the Relay for Life celebration, call (567) 661-7175 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7175. Individuals still have the opportunity to register or join a team, or purchase a luminary to honor a loved one that has battled cancer. All proceeds raised from the College’s Relay for Life will go toward the American Cancer Society’s research, education, advocacy and quality of life programs.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area Campuses Host Registration Rocks in April

Posted on March 20th, 2007

Area high school seniors are invited to learn about Owens Community College’s many educational opportunities during a fun, music-themed event as the College hosts Registration Rocks. The event will occur April 2-5 and 9-12.

High school seniors can sign up for any day of Registration Rocks which runs from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the College’s Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

National Disabilities Advocate Dan Wilkins to Discuss Disability Awareness Issues at Owens, March 20

Posted on March 13th, 2007

Area residents are invited to learn about ways of advancing disability awareness in today’s society as Owens Community College presents Dan Willkins, a national advocate and visionary for people living with disabilities, as a guest lecturer on Tuesday, March 20.

Presented by the Office of Disability Services, the disability awareness lecture will occur from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. A reception with Wilkins will occur prior to his lecture at 9 a.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda.

Discussion will focus on topics ranging from disability and diversity awareness, advocacy and self-advocacy to the importance of humor, inclusion, community and seeing the big picture, among other areas.

“Owens Community College is honored to serve as a forum and bring to the forefront dialogue on disability awareness,” said Beth Scheffert, Owens Director of Disability Services. “Dan Wilkins has played an integral role in elevating nationwide discussion on disability issues and I anticipate a very engaging presentation for attendees.”

A wheelchair user, Wilkins has toured nationally and internationally as an advocate for disability awareness for nearly 20 years. The disability activist has provided his insight as a professional speaker to hospitals, independent living centers, nursing homes, private allied health professional organizations, rehabilitation centers, and colleges and universities in the United States, as well as in Canada, Lithuania and Iceland. Additionally, he serves as President of The Nth Degree in Luckey, a national graphic design and silk screen company specializing in products and designs related to the independent living, inclusion, diversity and disability rights movements.

Wilkins, a resident of Luckey, is also Co-Founder and past President of the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the National Spinal Cord Injury Association and a founding member of The American-Lithuanian Disability and Rehabilitation Exchange Program.

Owens’ Office of Disability Services is dedicated to supporting the College and its students by ensuring that each individual has access to the academic institution’s many programs and services. The office also assists students with disabilities by providing an array of support services, information and guidance.

Active in the surrounding communities, the Office of Disability Services regularly makes presentations at high schools to students with disabilities and participates with local agencies in disability awareness events, transition activities and parent programs.

For additional information about the event, call (567) 661-7007 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7007.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Hosts Health Career Expo, March 22

Posted on March 12th, 2007

Area residents and students with career aspirations in a health-related field are invited to learn about and explore various employment opportunities available throughout Northwest Ohio as the Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus hosts its Spring Health Career Expo on Thursday, March 22.

Sponsored by Owens’ J.O.B.S. (Job Opportunities Brought to Students) Office, the Owens Health Career Expo will run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“The need for qualified health care professionals continues to grow at an alarming rate,” said Gentry Dixon, Owens Coordinator of Student and Alumni Placement. “Owens Community College is excited to host an event in which we can assist in connecting future nurses, dental hygienists and radiographers with the health care community and employment opportunities. Events such as the Health Career Expo are a great vehicle for individuals to not only learn about different employment opportunities but seek advice from longtime health care professionals.”

Dixon added, “The possibility exists that someone could walk away from the Owens Health Career Expo with a new job.”

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Mercy Health Partners, ProMedica Health Care System, the Cleveland Clinic, The Toledo Hospital, Wood County Hospital, St. Rita’s Medical Center, Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, Med1Care of Toledo, Luther Home of Mercy and Concept Rehab Inc., as well as more than a dozen others.

For more information, contact the College’s J.O.B.S. Office at (567) 661-7501 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7501.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus Hosts Northwest Ohio’s Largest College Preview Night, March 13

Posted on March 6th, 2007

More than 100 public and private colleges and universities from Ohio, Michigan, Indiana and Pennsylvania will visit the Toledo area as Owens Community College hosts Northwest Ohio’s largest College Preview Night on Tuesday, March 13.

Established in 1987, the event will occur from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the counseling staffs of 19 local high schools and Owens. College tables will be set up in Owens’ Student Health and Activities Center and presentations will be held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, the Math/Science Center and the Audio/Visual Classroom Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road, four miles from downtown Toledo. Admission to College Preview Night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

For more information on College Preview Night, contact the Owens Enrollment Services Office at (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Student Groups Raise Homeless Awareness During Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City, March 6-7

Posted on March 1st, 2007

Three Owens Community College student organizations will spend a night under the stars to raise homeless awareness as part of the academic institution’s second annual Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City on Tuesday, March 6.

Beginning at 3 p.m., Owens students from Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), Student Government and the Environmental Club will spend 21 consecutive hours camping out on the College’s courtyard lawn between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. The goal of the sleep out is to make more people aware of homelessness occurring in the surrounding communities and to raise funds and collect basic hygienic, cleaning and clothing materials to benefit the Sparrow’s Nest in Toledo. The event will conclude at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7.

“The Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event is intended to raise the public’s awareness about the issue of homelessness in Northwest Ohio,” said Lily Ingraham, Owens President of SIFE and the Environmental Club, and event organizer. “It is too easy to forget about the hardships of those less fortunate. Our goal is to place ourselves in the shoes of those less fortunate by spending a considerable amount of time in the frigid cold weather, which is a daily occurrence for many homeless people. I encourage individuals to help in combating homelessness by donating to the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City initiative.”

Owens students and employees and community members are encouraged to show their support by making a monetary donation or dropping off basic hygienic, cleaning and clothing materials. Desired items include deodorant, garbage bags, sandwich bags, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bleach, towels, dish detergent, scarves, gloves and socks. Donations can be made or dropped off on the College’s courtyard lawn between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall.

According Ingraham, individuals may drop off monetary donations or basic hygienic, cleaning or clothing items during the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event. “The donations will make a world of a difference for individuals who are in need,” she stated.

For more information about the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event, including donation information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Hosts Greater Hancock County College Night, March 12

Posted on February 28th, 2007

FINDLAY – More than 80 colleges and universities from Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York and Kentucky will visit the Findlay area as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus hosts Greater Hancock County College Night on Monday, March 12. The event will occur from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

The counseling staffs of 10 local high schools in the surrounding area are co-sponsoring the annual event, which is being held at the Owens Findlay-area Campus Community Education and Wellness Center. The College is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the college preview night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Informational sessions will occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, planning for college, preparing for the ACT test and career trends of the future.

For more information on Greater Hancock County College Night, contact the Owens Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Hosts FFA District I Tractor Troubleshooting Contest, March 1

Posted on February 28th, 2007

Area high school students will put their knowledge of tractors to the test as they compete in the 14th annual FFA District I Tractor Troubleshooting Contest on Thursday, March 1 at Owens Community College.

The contest will occur from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in the College’s Transportation Technologies Center on the Toledo-area Campus.

A panel of 10 judges, comprising Owens students from the John Deere Agricultural Technician and Diesel Technician programs, will grade each high school in the areas of workmanship as a team, safety practices, problem-solving techniques and identification, and repair of malfunctions to determine a district champion. The top team will advance to the state championship competition.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again serve as host for the Tractor Troubleshooting district competition,” said Tracy Campbell, Owens Chair of Transportation Technologies. “I expect each participating team to display a high level of knowledge about the agricultural industry, which will make for a very exciting day of competition.”

High schools invited to participate in the competition are Ayersville H.S., Bowling Green H.S., Delta H.S., Eastwood H.S., Edon H.S., Edgerton H.S., Elmwood H.S., Four County Career Center, Oak Harbor H.S., Penta Career Center, Pettisville H.S. and Wauseon H.S.

Local businesses donating tractors for the competition are Streacker Tractor Sales, Crosby Equipment, Eagle Machinery Inc., Caterpillar Inc. and Owens Community College.

Owens’ Diesel Technology program offers students the opportunity to pursue either an associate degree or a certificate while preparing them for careers in operations, maintenance, service, testing, diagnosis and development of truck and heavy equipment. Students interested in a career as a professional agricultural equipment service technician can pursue an associate degree through the College’s John Deere Agricultural Technician program. Owens is one of 22 academic institutions in the United States and Canada, and the only school in Ohio, to offer the John Deere Agricultural Technician program.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Area Students Explore Engineering Technology Careers as Part of National Engineers Week at Owens, Feb. 21

Posted on February 20th, 2007

FINDLAY – More than 120 high school students will have the opportunity to learn about and explore careers within the growing field of engineering technology as Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus celebrates National Engineers Week by hosting Engineering Technologies Day on Wednesday, Feb. 21.

Beginning at 10 a.m. in the College’s Conference Center, featured speaker Joe Loy from RPM Carbide Die Inc. in Arcadia will kickoff the event by discussing with high school students about career opportunities available within the engineering industry.

Between 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., students will have the opportunity to hear presentations and enjoy tours of the College’s seven School of Technology labs. Each laboratory features state-of-the-art technology and academic resources specific to higher education degrees and certificates within the areas of CISCO networking/programming, electrical/electronics, mechanical, machining, welding, graphics and CAD. High-tech equipment featured within the different labs includes routers, switches, gateways, servers, programmable logic controllers, motors, tensile/compression machines, lathes, mills, welding machines, drafting tables and software, including SolidWorks and InDesign.

In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in various breakout sessions facilitated by School of Technology faculty members. Breakout sessions will provide students with group experiential learning related to CAD design, tensile testing and sound, among many other experimental areas.

“Engineering Technologies Day is a great opportunity for high school students to be exposed to an array of educational opportunities and career choices within the engineering field,” said Glenn Rettig, Owens Findlay-area Campus Associate Dean and Chair of the School of Technology. “The demand for future technicians continues to increase and several engineering-related occupations are recognized as some of the fastest-growing careers in the nation. Owens Community College is excited to host an event where students will be able to learn more about the role technology and engineering play in our everyday lives and gain insight into how to go about choosing various career paths after high school.”

Owens offers a wide variety of academic programs through the College’s School of Technology on the Findlay-area Campus, and past graduates have gone on to become CAD technicians, designers, fabricators, millwrights, network technicians and quality technicians throughout Northwest Ohio.

The Findlay-area Campus’ School of Technology programs offer students the opportunity to pursue either an associate degree or a certificate while preparing for careers within the ever-changing engineering industry. Academic programs include CAD Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, Wide Area Networking Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Quality Assurance and Welding, among others.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Reschedules BGSU Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Group, Feb. 28

Posted on February 20th, 2007

The Bowling Green State University Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Ensemble originally scheduled for Feb. 14 will occur on Wednesday, Feb. 28 at Owens Community College. The music and dance group will perform from 4-5 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus.

Presented by the Student Activities Office in conjunction with Owens’ celebration of Black History Month, the BGSU Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Ensemble will showcase the vibrant world of traditional Afro-Caribbean music and dance, originating from Ghana. Several dancing and folkloric styles from around the world will be featured as part of the performance.

Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Northwest Ohio Community Leaders Discuss Societal and Diversity Issues at Owens, Feb. 20

Posted on February 16th, 2007

A consortium of educators and community leaders will gather at Owens Community College to discuss various diversity issues relevant to Black culture as part of a Black History Month panel discussion on Tuesday, Feb. 20.

Presented by the College Diversity Enhancement Committee in conjunction with Owens’ celebration of Black History Month, the forum titled “Unity Through Diversity” will occur from 4-6 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Discussion will focus on topics of race and diversity affecting the past, present and future of the Black culture in relation to “Unity Through Diversity”. Featured topics will include education, language, crime and culture, among other issues.

“Owens Community College is honored to serve as a forum and facilitate racial discussions on issues viewed as extremely important to the future of diversity nationwide,” said Betty Valentine, Owens Director of Employee Relations and Diversity. “I expect a very engaging dialogue on a host of topics by both the panel and attendees.”

Among the individuals comprising the panel are Efrem Graham, Reporter/Weekend Anchor for WTVG-TV ABC Channel 13; and Johnny Mickler Sr., President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Toledo Urban League Inc. and Owens Foundation Board of Director.

Owens continues to serve as a leader in providing academic opportunities to African Americans throughout Northwest Ohio. For Spring Semester, 2,146 African Americans are pursuing an Owens education on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. The College has more than tripled its African-American enrollment since 1996. Eleven years ago only 629 African-American students were enrolled during the spring term.

For additional information about the event, call (567) 661-7421 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7421.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Hosts First-Ever National Consumer Protection Expo, Feb. 6

Posted on February 5th, 2007

Northwest Ohio residents are invited to learn about ways become a better-informed consumer as Owens Community College hosts its first-ever National Consumer Protection Expo on Tuesday, Feb. 6.

Sponsored the College’s Student Activities Office, the event is being held in conjunction with National Consumer Protection Week (Feb. 4-10) and will occur from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Math/Science Center on the Toledo-area Campus.

“Owens Community College is proud to provide Northwest Ohio with an event dedicated to raising awareness of consumer issues, concerns and scams as part of National Consumer Protection Week,” said John Byers, Owens Coordinator of Student Activities. “Those in attendance will greatly benefit from the array of free consumer-related information and literature and one-on-one attention being offered by agencies whose focus is on consumer advocacy.”

Byers added, “I encourage individuals to take advantage of the wealth of information and enhance your confidence in the marketplace.”

Attendees will be able to learn about such varied topics as identity theft, specific details hidden in the fine print, predatory lending, income tax scams, stolen social security numbers and sweepstake offers, among many other areas.

State and federal agencies on hand will include the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel, Ohio Attorney General’s Office, U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Social Security Administration, the Federal Trade Commission, Ohio Credit Union League, U.S. Postal Service, the Better Business Bureau and the Internal Revenue Service.

Owens’ National Consumer Protection Expo is part of a statewide initiative focused on educating individuals about consumer advocacy. In addition to Owens, the National Consumer Protection Expo is occurring at Cuyahoga Community College, Youngstown State University, Sinclair Community College, Stark State College, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, and Hocking College.

All activities are free and the public is welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Dental Program Offers Free Dental Services for Children During Give Kids A Smile Day, Feb. 2

Posted on February 1st, 2007

Oral hygiene, X-rays and fillings will be the focus of free dental appointments at Owens Community College as more than 100 area elementary and high school students’ teeth are transformed to pearly whites as part of the nationwide Give Kids A Smile Day on Friday, Feb. 2.

Owens’ Dental Hygiene program, in collaboration with the Toledo Dental Society, will be offering a day of free dental services for underprivileged children ages 5-18 at the College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic. The clinic is located in Health Technologies Hall on the Toledo-area Campus.

Additionally, area dentists and Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary will provide restorative treatments such as fillings and extractions for patients on Saturday, Feb. 3.

Give Kids A Smile Day is a national initiative by the American Dental Association, which is dedicated to focusing attention on the epidemic of untreated oral disease among disadvantaged children. Held each February in conjunction with National Children’s Dental Health Month, Give Kids A Smile Day provides free oral health education, screening and treatment services to children from low-income families across the country. In 2006, events were held at over 2,000 locations across the nation, with over 27,000 dental team volunteers and 12,000 dentists providing treatment to over 500,000 children.

Owens Dental Hygiene second-year students, faculty and alumni will be conducting dental services, which will include dental education and screening, X-rays, oral prophylaxis (cleanings), limited restorations and dental sealants. In addition, first-year students from the health program will provide educational presentations for parents and children.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Helps Students Achieve Academic Dreams With College Goal Sunday Event, Feb. 11

Posted on January 31st, 2007

Owens Enrollment Services student worker Mallory Sanders (right) of Arcadia, a Liberal Arts major, assists Danielle Collins of Deshler, an Occupational Therapy Assistant major, fill out her online FAFSA form.

Area residents interested in acquiring additional information about financial aid are encouraged to participate in a free workshop where financial aid representatives from colleges and universities throughout Northwest Ohio will provide insight on securing federal and state assistance to any academic institution of higher learning. The program, known as College Goal Sunday, will be held at the Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses on Sunday, Feb. 11.

Specific programs accessible to students include the Federal Pell Grant, the Ohio College Opportunity Grant, the Federal Stafford Loan, the Federal PLUS Loan and the Federal Work Study, among others.

For more information, contact the College’s Financial Aid Office at (567) 661-7343 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7343, or (567) 429-3540 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3540.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Community College Celebrates Black History Month With Events in February

Posted on January 31st, 2007

Owens Community College will celebrate Black History Month with a series of events and activities highlighting and honoring the role and impact of African Americans throughout this country’s history. The public is encouraged to join the campus community for guest speakers, entertainers and educational awareness programs.

All events and activities will occur on the College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road, four miles from downtown Toledo, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Valentine added, “I encourage area residents to engage themselves in Owens’ various events surrounding Black History Month and draw inspiration from their important messages.”

Owens activities occurring during Black History Month include:

Thursday, February 22
Brown Bag Luncheon Series – Life and Times of Civil Rights Activist Benjamin Mays
Owens Presidential Fellow Cleveland Henderson Jr. will provide expertise into the life and times of Civil Rights activist Benjamin Mays. A President Emeritus at Morehouse College, Mays served as an advisor and mentor to many Civil Rights leaders, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
(12-1 p.m.) (Findlay-area Campus Conference Center Room 111)

Tuesday, February 27
“Diversity Within Black Culture” Soul Food Luncheon and Panel Discussion
Authentic soul food from the African-American culture will serve as theme for a Terrace View CafÈ luncheon. In addition, several Owens international students from various countries will provide attendees with insight into their cultural history and background as part of a panel discussion titled “Diversity Within Black Culture”. The cuisine will be prepared by Owens students within the Culinary Arts program. Reservations must be made prior to the event.
(11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) (Toledo-area Campus College Hall Terrace View CafÈ)

Wednesday, February 28
Bowling Green State University Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Ensemble
Area residents will have the opportunity to discover the vibrant world of traditional Afro-Caribbean music and dance, originating from Ghana, as the Bowling Green State University Afro-Caribbean Music and Dance Ensemble performs at Owens. Several dancing and folkloric styles from around the world will be featured as part of the performance.
(4-5 p.m.) (Toledo-area Campus Student Health and Activities Center)

In addition, Owens’ libraries on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will display a variety of African-American heritage and cultural artifacts, as well as feature a selection of books and audio/visual materials related to Black History Month in February.

Finally, Owens students will have the opportunity to participate in an essay, poetry and art contest where each participant will be able to share their thoughts using the topic of unity through diversity. The top submissions will be honored at the conclusion of Black History Month.

For additional information about Owens’ Black History Month activities, call (567) 661-7421 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7421.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, Jan. 31

Posted on January 25th, 2007

FINDLAY – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Wednesday, Jan. 31.

The Blood Drive will occur from 12-5 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.

Owens Child Care Center Unveils New Art Studio as Part of Children’s Art Show, Jan. 24

Posted on January 23rd, 2007

Children attending Owens Community College’s Child Care Center will display their artistic qualities, creative impressions and imaginative masterpieces to the community by holding a Children’s Art Show on Wednesday, Jan. 24. As part of the art show, the Child Care Center will unveil a new Art Studio, which will be used to broaden children’s cognitive development through art education.

More than 60 pieces of children’s work will be on display from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Owens’ Child Care Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The Children’s Art Show is free and public is encouraged to attend.

Young artists ages 12 weeks to 5 years old will showcase a variety of works, including mosaics, collages, clay sculptures and watercolor pieces.

Tercha added, “The new Art Studio is a welcome addition to the Child Care Center and creates an artistic environment where children can express their interests and emotions. An Art Studio provides an excellent opportunity and setting for young children to broaden their insight and heighten cognitive development.”

The Children’s Art Show and new Art Studio were inspired by the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy. The Owens Child Care instructors utilized the Reggio Emilia philosophy in their art curriculum, inviting the children’s interests to guide artistic creations. Books and other literature incorporated into the art education curriculum influenced many of the masterpieces.

For more information about the Owens Child Care Center, call (567) 661-7404 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7404.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers baccalaureate transfer degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 150 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university.