Vol. 5, Issue No. 18
September 25, 2017
From the Hawk's Nest, New River CTC's employee newsletter,  is distributed twice a month, and we need your input!  Have story ideas or photos for From the Hawk's Nest?  Send them to Elizabeth Belcher or Jenni Canterbury by Oct. 4, 2017 for the next edition.

Inspiration for today

"Few things in the world are more powerful than a positive push. A smile. A word of optimism and hope. A 'you can do it' when things are tough." - Richard M. DeVos
From the Foundation

The New River Community and Technical College Foundation will recognize scholarship recipients and donors this week during a special reception held on the Raleigh County Campus. The Foundation will also reveal a new promotional video during the event.


Khalil Anderson attends the RCC and is a recipient of the Carter Family Foundation Scholarship.  He will attend the event on the 27th with his grandmother as a guest.
Tiler Bland attends the GVC and is the recipient of the Mary B. Nickell Foundation Scholarship.  He, along with five others, volunteered to participate in the promotional video that will be revealed at the reception on the 27th

New River CTC participates in College Day Fairs across region

The WV ACRAO College Day Fairs are in full swing across our nine counties and New River CTC's own Angela Watkins, Admissions Counselor (Student Recruiter), is covering the events. Megan Mohn and Martha Baisden will also pitch in, Student Program Advisors from the Office of Admissions.

The College Day Fairs are excellent opportunities for high school students to explore many different colleges at one venue. The events are an exciting time for New River CTC, as we are able showcase our institution and connect one-on-one with many potential students. We also have the Raleigh County Annual Career Connection Fairs in October providing another opportunity to talk with potential students.

"Faculty are invited to attend any of the events as we love it when the experts are able to share their knowledge with future students," said Director of Enrollment Services Tracy Evans.

Special thanks to Roger Griffith, Lisa Carter and Billy Graham for attending the James Monroe High School fair on Wednesday, September 20 with Angela. They worked with many potential students and shared their extensive knowledge of the programs.

For information on participating in upcoming fairs and recruiting events, contact Evans.

September is National Preparedness Month

Week 2: Quick Prep Tips
Plan to Help your Neighbor and Community
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From the classroom

 

EMT-Basic students in Lewisburg recently combined lab skills with Paramedic students. The EMTs worked with the patient first and then handed them off to the Paramedics to continue. The intense scenario-based learning labs simulated real-world situations, as there are times when  EMTs need advanced help with patients.  
 

Welding lab passes audit

The Greenbrier Valley Campus Welding Lab has passed the three year onsite audit through the American Welding Society. The lab at GVC is one of only 50 Accredited Test Facilities nationwide and the only one in the state of West Virginia.

"The New River CTC team of Steve Bowyer, Billy Graham, Gary Holland, Carl Smith and Brad Veneri passed with no remarks or corrective action necessary," reported Veteran AWS Auditor Jim Sekley. The audit took place on Monday, September 18, 2017. Congratulations!
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News & updates

  • New River CTC is hosting the one-day WVCCA annual conference at the Raleigh County Campus on Friday, October 13, 2017.
     
  • All New River Community and Technical College locations are now tobacco free, meaning the use of traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes, chew, pipes, cigars and snuff will not be allowed on College property (including parking lots). Faculty, staff and students who see individuals smoking or using tobacco products on New River CTC grounds are asked to inform these individuals in a professional and courteous manner that tobacco use is prohibited. To aid tobacco users, cessation support materials will be available on all Campuses and at the Advanced Technology Center.
     
  • The Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce has contacted their chamber members regarding discounts for students at member businesses. A list of businesses offering discounts to students and employees has been added to the New River CTC website.
     
  • Do you know of an employee who is going above and beyond in supporting the College? We want to hear about them! Send information to communications@newriver.edu for inclusion in From the Hawk's Nest. 
     
  • Need assistance with placing an ad, creating or editing a promotional document? The Office of Communications is here to help. Please fill out one of our online forms for all requests. These forms go to both Libby and Jenni and help us ensure that projects are completed in a timely manner. 
     
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New River Community and Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, blindness or disability in its educational programs or in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment as required by applicable state and federal law. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination polices relating to disabilities or sex discrimination: Leah Taylor, VP Administrative Services and Student Services, 304-929-6701, ltayor@newriver.edu (Employees/Visitors/Third Parties/Students).

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