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Volume 28, Issue 1THECENTURIAN
CLASS CHATRECOGNITION EVENTS COMMUNITY8
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Featured in Photo From LeFt to right: robin davis, susan edmonds, trudy boatswain, JenniFer Lecuyer, corrine diggs, and racheL hogan
Be Nice to Yourself in the Process“ ”
NEwPORT NEwS CAMPUS HOLdS MEdICAL PROGRAM ALUMNI NETwORkING EVENTLakisha Leeks, CPeN
On November 8th, 2017, the Career Services Department at Centura College’s Newport News campus (CPEN) held their first successful Medical Alumni Networking Event. The event targeted Medical Assistant and Phlebotomy graduates currently seeking employment. The objective was to motivate graduates having a difficult time finding medical positions, review and update resumes and provide job placement opportunities and leads.
Twelve graduates returned to the campus during the after-hours networking event. Two staffing agencies, Kelly Services and Apple One Staffing, were present to collect resumes and schedule follow-up appointments to discuss specific job opportunities.
Graduates were happy to see their old classmates and just catch up! During the event, a Medical Assisting graduate talked about how she proactively pursued her employment opportunity and was hired as medical assistant. Many graduates gave encouraging words and advice to each other making this a very encouraging event.
Career Ser vices Coordinator, Lakisha Leeks, presented a Forbes article entitled,
8 Tips That Can Help You Find a Job. One major takeaway discussed was “Be Nice to Yourself in the Process”, because the fastest
way to give up in the search for a job is to beat yourself up. Give yourself words of encouragement such as, “Job hunting is like
dating: it’s unsuccessful until it is successful.” Lakisha also meticulously reviewed 15 job postings pulled from various online sites, provided company information, reviewed the qualifications and encouraged graduates to apply online.
Event Success Update—Just 3 weeks after the alumni event two, medical assisting students, Christi Wooten and Corrine Diggs, were offered medical assisting positions at an optometrist office in Hampton, Virginia!
CLASS CHAT5
2 RECOGNITION
Centura Columbia Awarded Recycling Grant JaNeLLa PaLmer, CCOL
Towanda’s journey started in 2016 when she came to Centura College looking to better her life. Unfortunately, it was discovered that Towanda did not complete high school like she originally believed she did. This did not stop Towanda from continuing her path. She enthusiastically applied for the Penn Foster high school completion program and was accepted. Towanda worked diligently every day and was able to obtain her high school diploma in 3 short months. That was not enough for Towanda; she enrolled in the Medical Assisting program immediately after obtaining her high school diploma. Everyone at CCHE is proud to see Towanda graduate with her Associates degree. She worked hard, stayed focus, and was able to go from no high school diploma to her Associates Degree – Medical Assisting Clinical Focus, in 1 year and 6 months. Congratulations, Towanda!
Chesapeake Campus Recognizes First Penn Foster GraduatemegaN meNger, CChe
Centura College Columbia has proudly been awarded a $11,000 recycling grant by the Department of Health and Environmental Control’s (DHEC) Office of Solid Waste Reduction and Recycling. This grant was made possible through the joint efforts of Joe Myers (Campus Librarian) and Essley Sheppard (Environmental Safety Services Coordinator).
The grant allocates funds to South Carolina public colleges, private colleges, and universities for projects that promote sustainability through recycling, reuse, composting, and waste reduction. A comprehensive recycling program will be implemented campus-wide to put into practice the “three Rs”: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Mr. Myers will also have an opportunity to attend the Carolina Recycling Association’s 28th Annual Conference & Tradeshow held in Cherokee, North Carolina in March.
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VIRGINIA BEACH CAMPUS wELCOMES EMPLOYERS TO CAMPUS FOR CAREER FAIRaLexis PaLmer, CVaB
On November 8, 2017, Centura College Virginia Beach hosted their Semi-Annual Career Fair. This event was open to a variety of people including: current students, past graduates, prospective students, and members of the community. Over 30 employers were in attendance for this event, which were strategically organized to their relation to a specific program. For example, Massage Luxe was located near the Massage Therapy Program classrooms, while Liberty Tax Services were stationed in the Information Technology Lounge. Students roamed the halls,
excited to make lasting impressions on the companies in attendance. All attendees were able to apply for a job on-site.
Prior to the fair, Career Services conducted workshops that spoke to top-notch interview skills when conversing with future or prospective
employers. Some of the areas of focus were maintaining eye contact to show interest, having 8-10 copies of their resume, constructing a company-specific cover letter, having a 30 second “elevator pitch” asking meaningful questions, and dressing in interview-ready attire.
Although employment was a major focus for the career fair, attendees were also provided point of contacts and resources for volunteering and internship opportunities that aligned with
their field of choice. Companies in attendance were: St. Mary’s Home for Disabled Children, Langley Federal Credit Union, New York Life Insurance Company, Massage Envy, South Eastern Foodbank of Virginia, Loan Care LLC., Waffle House, PNC Bank, Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, Pariser Dermatology, World Financial Group, AccounTemps, GRIFOLS, Operation Smile, Aerotek, and many more!
Over 30 employers were in attendance for this event …
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One of the goals that many of our students discuss with us is the opportunity to start their own business. They also share that the idea of setting up their own businesses and taking on the financial risks, in hopes to profit, can become quite overwhelming. To overcome this valid fear, they research and concentrate on their studies.
In 2017, Centura College Chesapeake had three graduates who conquered the fear, took the risk and started their own businesses. All three business owners were massage therapy graduates. We want to wish our entrepreneurial graduates a big congratulations! Way to go Mary “Meg” Munson, the owner of Annwan Massage Therapy, Vinnett Brown, owner of The Right Hand Ministry, and Ashley Wilson, owner of Majestic Hands. We are so proud of your hard work and determination!
CENTURA CHESAPEAkE GRAdS OPEN OwN BUISNESSES
Featured in Photos From LeFt to right: mary munson, vinnett brown, and ashLey wiLson
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Tidewater Tech started it’s “November of Giving” by having a friendly competition for a canned-food drive. Each department donated a total of 2,000 canned
goods items that were collected by the Hampton Roads FoodBank.
Officials said, “The donations were enough to provide more than 100 meals for local needy families.”
Tidewater Tech Student Ambassadors helped to make the holiday season better for local families and individuals in need through their annual holiday food drive.
Members of Tidewater Tech’s Student Ambassador Program, such as Breeanna Miller, collected over 418 canned goods and other non-perishable food items throughout the month of November. Ms. Miller also purchased over 100 pairs of socks and gloves for men, women, and children in need.
“As one of the student organizations on campus at Tidewater Tech, we have a big responsibility to give back, make a difference and help out as much as possible, wherever and whenever needed,” Breeanna Miller said. “I always look forward to every opportunity I get to make a difference in our school and community by collaborating with local organizations and businesses. It’s a team effort across the board.”
COMMUNITY
TIdEwATER TECH SHOwS OFF ITS HEART OF GIVING
Following the food drive, Tidewater Tech hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for our students and their families, catered by KW Cafeteria.
When everyone had their fill, our students and staff donated the remaining food to a foster family. When the foster family received the food, they were truly thankful, especially having it delivered to them.The donations were
enough to provide more than 100 meals
Damika HowarD-wayne, TTT
5CLASS CHAT
Married In Education megaN meNger, CChe
Joseph and Margaret Plez have been through a lot in their lives. 7 years ago they were married and since then, have done everything together, including graduating from Centura College. Margaret’s journey started in 2015 when she enrolled in the Medical Assisting degree program, with a concentration in Clinical focus. Joseph watched and supported Margaret through her journey and ultimately made the decision to follow in her footsteps; he also enrolled in the Medical Assisting program with a concentration in Clinical. As Joseph started his journey, his successes motivated Margaret to come back to Centura College and complete the Management concentration to obtain her second degree. When asked how her first experience differed from the second, Margaret said, “the second time was more intense because my motivation and best friend was there. I knew he would be successful no matter what and it made me keep going.” So, here’s to Joseph and Margaret, who first walked down the aisle together and later walked across the stage of graduation together.
The students in CVAB’s most recent Project Management class were tasked to create a project that would benefit the students and enhance the campus. The students were allowed to choose their own project leader and each was tasked with submitting a project proposal. The project team included Business students Kileen Lasley, Tracy Peloquin, Phillip Jones, and Cheryl Conkle along with their instructor, Mr. Marcus Wesson. The project leader and the advisor suggested that each team
member submit a project proposal to review and discuss as a team. The project proposals that each student submitted were so good that it was decided to advance them all for administrative approval. Two projects were approved for immediate completion, while the other two continue to be researched for possible implementation.
The projects completed were as follows: 1) Picnic table; it was felt that a wooden picnic table would
make a great meeting place for students to talk and socialize, and would be an enhancement to the campus. The table itself was donated by Mrs. Lasley and the top of the table was painted Centura blue with Centura College in white lettering; 2) The campus has a very inviting area on the north side of the building with grass and trees with a walkway from the front of the building to the back parking lot which is rather dark at night, so it was decided to put solar lights along the walkway to enhance its use during the evening hours. The project team and advisor decided to purchase an eight light solar set and placed them along the walkway. This has really made a difference for students and staff using the walkway and makes the building more attractive and safe.
The students were very enthusiastic and involved in their class projects. They were able to complete the project planning and approval process during the mod and gained valuable experience in the area of project management. Mrs. Lasley stated, “The Project Management course has been the most rewarding course I have taken at Centura. Learning how to actually create the proposals has helped me tremendously with the organizations I work with.”
Centura Virginia Beach Project Management Class Enhances Campus Grounds
business student KiLeen LasLey, with the heLP oF her FamiLy, Puts the Finishing touches on her ProJect management assignment.
6 GRAdUATES
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR GRAdUATES
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7GRAdUATES
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8 COMMUNITY
‘TwAS THE SEASON AT TIdEwATER TECH
On a quest to have the best-dressed door, Tidewater Tech decorated their doors for a friendly holiday competition. The theme of this contest was “Winter Toyland.”
Students, instructors and staff decorate their classroom all month long to prepare for the holiday party that hosted 60 student families who were not able to purchase toys for their children. The campus looked like Santa’s Toyland. From the doors decorated around the campus, to the 6 ft. tall snowman that greeted everyone at the door, the students loved the Christmas spirit that was displayed by the staff here at Tidewater Tech.
On December 21, the Chick-Fil-A cow, along with the Tidewater Tech Carolers judged the doors and graced the students with Christmas carols. Mr. Michael Lewis (HVAC), a student volunteer, asked if he could rap to a carol. We were all pleasantly surprised.
The event was held in collaboration with “Christmas Around the World”, where the Student Services Department explained holiday traditions from other countries. Students were able to taste different treats from around the world, too. Other activities included arts and crafts for the 34 plus children that were on campus for the festivities. Each was able to make reindeer ornaments and play the game of Twister. Admissions Representatives, Mrs. Mone and Mrs. Antoinette, assisted with the adult games.
Everything stopped when folks heard the sound of sleigh bells… It was Jolly Old St. Nick himself! Santa Claus handed out toys to all of the children in the building, leaving no child empty-handed.
Damika HowarD-wayne
Fact: one out of every three homeless persons in Hamptons Roads is a military veteran.
Vetshouse, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides housing, food, clothing, counseling and other assistance to homeless veterans of the US Armed Forces in order to facilitate their return to independent and productive lifestyles.
Successful residents of Vetshouse graduate from the program with jobs that will support their needs, sufficient savings to pay their
independent living expenses, budgeting and personal skills, and the pride knowing they have once again adapted to civilian life. Vetshouse has helped over 800 homeless veterans since 1992 and has a program success rate of over 70%.
This past October, Centura Virginia Beach’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Phi Beta Lambda chapter partnered with Vetshouse to provide needed assistance for their program.
Campus FBLA members met with Willard Smith, Executive Director of Vetshouse, and asked how they could best serve the organization. Mr. Smith explained that everything is donated to Vetshouse; from basic home supplies, to food, to clothing. Centura Virginia Beach FBLA members immediately began a donation drive for paper consumables, canned and nonperishable foods, cleaning supplies, and women’s clothing.
The campus successfully gathered donations for five Vetshouse, Inc. homes. They then extended an invitation to Vetshouse for a Veterans Day cookout, where the campus was able to meet with some of Vetshouse’s residents and hear their stories. Students Leon Person (Business) and Cedric Shaw (Information Technology Specialist) stated the event was a very moving experience for them and they looked forward to working with Vetshouse, Inc. in the future.
FBLA-PBL members Frances Bartholomew (BUS) William Prince (BUS), and Kileen Lasley (BUS) meet with Willard Smith, Executive Director of Vetshouse, Inc. to discuss a partnership.
FBLA-PBL Vice President Angela Billings (ITS), Business Program Coordinator and FBLA-PBL Advisor Cheryl Landreth, and FBLA-PBL member Kileen Lasley (BUS), sort through donations for Vetshouse, Inc.
CeNtUra VirgiNia BeaCh FBLa PartNers With VetshOUse, iNC.
The Campus successfully gathered donations for five Vetshouse Inc. homes
wiLLiam Prince (bus), Frances barthoLomew (bus), wiLLard smith (executive director oF vetshouse, inc.), and KiLeen LasLey (bus)
angeLa biLLings (its), cheryL Landreth (FbLa-PbL advisor), and KiLeen LasLey (bus)