Vol. 9, Issue No. 19
December 15, 2021
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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 the Office of Communications for the next edition.
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Pictured above left to right: Lori Midkiff, Kelly Taber, Melinda Price, Dr. Bonny Copenhaver, Amber Williams, Stephanie Adkins, Lorraine Young and Jenni Canterbury.
Pictured right: Lisa Matherly and Brian Sampson
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New River CTC will be participating in Coats 4 Kids as part of a Martin Luther King, Jr., Day of Service project. A collection box will be placed on the Raleigh County Campus Dec. 10, and coats will be collected through Jan. 17, 2022. New River CTC College Ambassador Michelle Lilly is heading up the project. |
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Phi Theta Kappa welcomes new members |
The Phi Theta Kappa/Beta Zeta Delta Chapter of New River CTC had a 2021 fall new membership recruitment with seven new members. A fall Induction ceremony will not be held due to the COVID-19 situation. The new members will be able to participate in the spring 2022 induction ceremony. The new members are: Jo A. Chestnut, White Sulphur Springs, WV; Erica Daniels, Lindside, WV; Krystina Gore, Hinton, WV; David A. Guy, Lewisburg, WV; Haley Grace Holliday, Smoot, WV; Zackary D. Morris, MacArthur, WV; and Melissa Wolfe, Williamsburg, WV. |
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Denim for a Difference recap |
New River CTC raised $232 with our Denim for a Difference campaign this year supporting the United Way of Southern West Virginia. |
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Volunteers needed for the 4th annual New River CTC Invitational |
We are seeking volunteers to assist with the 4th Annual New River CTC Invitational on January 3-8, 2022, at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center. The event continues to be a signature event for the college and will serve as a community outreach/recruitment event for high school students, parents, and administrators. In addition, the event will raise needed funds for student scholarships. The six-day event will consist of 24 basketball games with 20 area high schools participating.
Volunteers will be needed at the following dates/times:
Monday, January 3- (4:00pm-10:00pm)
Tuesday, January 4- (4:00pm-10:00pm)
Wednesday, January 5- (4:00pm-10:00pm)
Thursday, January 6- (2:30pm-10:00pm)
Friday, January 7- (2:30pm-10:00pm)
Saturday, January 8- (11:00am-10:00pm)
If you are interested in helping, you will first need to seek approval from your immediate supervisor. Once you receive approval from your supervisor, please let Kelly Taber know the days/hours you will be available to assist, and we will assign duties according to staffing.
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Congratulations Bob
A farewell gathering was held for Mr. Bob Runion at the Raleigh County Campus. We wish Bob all the best with his next adventure!
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Honoring Dr. David Perkins
New River CTC and the New River CTC Foundation honored former college president Dr. David Perkins by dedicating the entry way at Greenbrier Hall in Lewisburg for his service to the college.
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Holiday parade participation |
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New River CTC participated in the Princeton and Beckley Christmas parades earlier this month.
The Browning Social Services Club entered their float themed "A Gingerbread House Christmas."
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Stay active this holiday season |
This December, Active SWV is celebrating the season with 12 Days of Fitness! Follow along as we post a new fitness challenge for 12 days in December to stay active in the colder winter weather.
Follow along with the Twelve Days of Fitness here.
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CDC expands eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots to all adults |
People age 18 years and older who received Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may get a booster six months after completion of their primary vaccination series.
Contact the location that set up your previous appointment. If you need to find a different location, there are several ways you can find a vaccine provider.
You may choose which COVID-19 vaccine you receive as a booster shot. Some people may prefer the vaccine type that they originally received, and others may prefer to get a different booster. CDC’s recommendations now allow for this type of mix and match dosing for booster shots.
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On November 26, 2021, the World Health Organization classified a new COVID-19 variant as a variant of concern and named it Omicron. As of December 4, 2021, Omicron has been identified in the United States and is reported now in more than 20 countries.
CDC has been actively monitoring and preparing for this variant and continues to work diligently with other U.S. and global public health and industry partners to learn more.
The virus that causes COVID-19 is constantly changing, and new variants of the virus are expected to occur. Sometimes new variants emerge and disappear. Other times, new variants persist.
The recent emergence of the Omicron variant further emphasizes the importance of vaccination, boosters, and general prevention strategies needed to protect against COVID-19. Everyone 5 and older should get vaccinated and boosters are recommended for everyone 18 years and older.
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DECEMBER 23-31, 2021
College Closed - Winter Holiday
JANUARY 3-8, 2022
New River CTC Invitational
Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center
JANUARY 11, 2022
Faculty Staff Institute
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JANUARY 17, 2022
Martin L. King, Jr. Day - College Closed
JANUARY 18, 2022
First day of classes
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New River CTC does not discriminate in its educational programs or in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state laws. The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies relating to disabilities, sex, Title IX or other forms of discrimination: Peter Hoeman, Dean of Student Affairs and Title IX Coordinator, 304-929-5027, phoeman@newriver.edu, 280 University Drive, Beaver, WV 25801. Additional information can be found on the College’s website at www.newriver.edu/nondiscrimination.
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