Vol. 9, Issue No. 11
August 9, 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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Amber Williams joins the Human Resources Office as a HR Assistant. Amber is the mother of two beautiful kids and is married to her husband of 15 years. She recently graduated from Valley College with an associate degree in business administration, and she is excited to start her career here at New River! |
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President and staff meet with congressional delegation in Washington, D.C. |
President Bonny Copenhaver, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and the College Foundation Michael Green, and Campus Director Robby Queen attended meetings on Capitol Hill with members of West Virginia’s Congressional Delegation and their staff. One-on-one meetings were held with Senators Joe Manchin and Shelley Moore Capito and Representative Carol Miller. The staff from New River CTC discussed campus updates including updates on new programs being offered as well as pandemic-related items. Additionally, the staff briefed the offices on the WV Invests program and had conversation about the free community and technical college education proposal for the country. |
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Campus Connect events help students prepare for fall |
Registration for fall is still underway for classes starting August 16. Campus Connect events took place at all campuses last week to help students get registered for the upcoming semester. |
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Celebrating 2021 nursing graduates |
New River Community and Technical College recognized 2021 practical nursing graduates on July 29, 2021, during a ceremony at the Nicholas County Campus in Summersville.
Students graduating with a Certificate of Applied Science in Practical Nursing for 2021 are Zach Barker, Beaver; Tiffany Black, Mount Hope; Rebecca Bockarie, Beckley; Emily Bostic, Clintonville; Maggie Bostic, Sink Grove; Joni Casteel, Cowen; Mackenzie Chambers, Nettie; Jason Dodd, Caldwell ; Katrina Dodrill, Summersville; Jewel Gentry, Beaver; Bridgette Gray, Beckley; James Hoffer, Rainelle; Mallory Kelly, Craigsville; Samantha McBryde, Iaeger; Hollie McCoy, Pineville; Tamara Moore, Beckley; Brittany Murphy, Glen Daniel; Maggie Page, Lindside; Thomas Pudder, Beckley; and Tammy White, Camden on Gauley.
During the ceremony, the class was recognized for their work administering over 1,000 COVID-19 vaccines. Samantha McBryde was named practical nursing academic student of the year for the highest grade point average (GPA) in the 2021 practical nursing class, and Jewel Gentry was recognized for the second highest GPA in the class. Clinical students of the year were recognized by campus Emily Bostic, Greenbrier Valley Campus; Mallory Kelly, Nicholas County Campus; and Bridgette Gray, Raleigh County Campus.
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New River CTC hosted the Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Enrichment Program Technology Expo on Thursday, July 29 at the Raleigh County Campus. The Technology Expo showcased student projects from the Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Enrichment yearlong program, which focused on design thinking, 3D printing, augmented reality and social entrepreneurship.
Verizon launched the Verizon Innovative Learning program to empower underserved middle school students to explore STEM subjects, learn problem-solving skills and consider career opportunities in technology fields by providing mentorship, access to technology and hands-on training. The program provides an engaging year-long program for 6th-8th graders at no cost to the students.
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PTA program granted Candidate for Accreditation status |
Effective July 13, 2021, New River Community and Technical College has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education and will be accepting students for the fall 2021 semester.
Graduation from a physical therapist assistant education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone; 703-706-3245; accreditation@apta.org is necessary for eligibility to sit for the licensure examination, which is required in all states.
Effective July 13, 2021, New River Community and Technical College has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org). If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call (304) 929-5036 or email astrickland@newriver.edu. Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.
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Retirement congratulations |
Congratulations to Susie Atkins and Steve Garlow on their retirement! |
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RCC hosts first new faculty employee orientation |
The first three-day New Faculty Orientation was conducted August 4-6 for all new faculty from 2020 and 2021 at the RCC. Seven participated in the training, chaired by Dr. Angela Strickland and Ms. Christie Alexander. Dr. Strickland and Ms. Alexander had assistance in planning this event from an Ad Hoc Committee consisting of Ms. Ann Nagye, Ms. Betul Kudurogianis, and Mr. Bruce Sneidman.
New faculty who participated in the orientation include Ms. Dianna Hefner, Cosmetology; Ms. Rebecca Simpkins, Nursing; Ms. Karen Hoschar, Nursing; Mr. Brandon Mills, Communication; Mr. Robert Rimkis, Biology; and Mr. Ron Furrow, Trades.
Faculty members, Administrative leaders, and IT staff conducted the sessions. The presenters included: Dr. Bonny Copenhaver, Ms. Stephanie Adkins, Dr. Dave Ayersman, Dr. Kelli White, Mr. Pete Hoeman, Mr. Bob Runion, Dr. Stacy Reikowsky, Ms. Christie Alexander, Ms. Ann Nagye, Ms. Tricia Hoover, Ms. Dianna Putorek, and Dr. Wendy Patriquin. Assisting throughout the three days were the entire IT staff: Dr. Dave Ayersman, Mr. Gary Davis, Ms. Dara Fann, and Mr. Jason Garris. We appreciate all the help everyone gave to make this event a success!
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The Nicholas County Campus maintenance staff has worked to have a revamped entry door at the Nicholas County Campus. The all-glass door will allow for an easier view of guests entering and exiting the building, as well as an easier view of the administrative offices for any guests who may enter the building. |
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Webster County High School tour |
Campus Director Robby Queen; Advancement & Recruitment Specialists Abby Honaker and Kayla Saunders; along with Sherry Shaffer, Student Success; Florence “Peaches” Stephenson, Financial Aid; and Martha Baisden, Admissions hosted a tour at the Nicholas County Campus for students in Webster County High School’s summer program. In addition to the tour, staff provided information to the students about the programs New River offers, along with information on the admissions process, placement testing, and financial aid. We were excited to accommodate one of the students on-the-spot who needed to schedule an AccuPlacer so that she could take classes this fall. |
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Just launched: College for WV |
“College for West Virginia” was just launched as a new and expanded resource for West Virginians planning their postsecondary education.
This expansion represents a rebrand of CFWV.com, the longstanding college- and career-planning website. Building on the huge success of this site, CollegeforWV.com has been launched which is focused specifically on all of our state-sponsored financial aid programs that, remarkably, total more than $100 million in scholarships and grants each year. Together, these sites redefine CFWV as “College for West Virginia,” home to the state’s free resources for planning, applying, and paying for college.
Anchoring this announcement is a new video, “Go from Dreaming to Achieving,” that will also be used as a significant outreach tool for talking with West Virginians about the promise of college in the state. The video was shot in West Virginia and features four aspiring students at different stages of life with varying interests making the decision to continue their education, whether that be a two-year or a four-year path.
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Ray On My Mind comes to Chuck Mathena Center |
This concert/theater work brings the music and the story of the great Ray Charles to vivid life. Portraying Ray, master pianist/vocalist, Kenny Brawner leads his 11-piece orchestra and three sultry vocalists (a la the Raelettees), performing this American legend’s most popular hits: “What’d I Say?”, “I Got A Woman”, “Mess Around”, “Georgia On My Mind”, a blazing hot duet on “Baby It’s Cold Outside”, and many more! The music is interwoven with monologues and depicting how gospel, blues, jazz, and country influenced Ray’s style, while also reflecting on American social history, his epic battle with drugs, and his triumphant return home to Georgia.
What: Ray On My Mind
When: September 25, 2021 @ 7:00pm
Where: Chuck Mathena Center, 2 Stafford Commons, Princeton, WV
Tickets: $26/10% discount for groups of ten or more
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Families with vaccinated and unvaccinated members |
Some family members may still need to take steps to protect themselves against COVID-19, such as children too young to get vaccinated or people with weakened immune systems. Any family member who is not fully vaccinated should keep taking steps to protect themselves and others. In general, people are considered fully vaccinated:
- 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or
- 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine
If you are not fully vaccinated and aged 2 or older, you should wear a mask in indoor public places. In general, you do not need to wear a mask in outdoor settings. In areas with high numbers of COVID-19 cases, consider wearing a mask in crowded outdoor settings and for activities with close contact with others who are not fully vaccinated. People who have a condition or are taking medications that weaken their immune system may NOT be protected even if they are fully vaccinated. They should continue to take all precautions recommended for unvaccinated people, including wearing a well-fitted mask, until advised otherwise by their healthcare provider.
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AUGUST 10
Faculty Staff Institute
Zoom
AUGUST 12
State Fair of WV begins
Fairlea, WV, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
AUGUST 14
Beckley Day of Hope
Raleigh County Convention Center
AUGUST 16
First day of classes
AUGUST 21
Honey Bee Festival
Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine
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AUGUST 26
Business After Hours
Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center, 5–7 p.m.
AUGUST 27-28
Beckley Business Show
Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center
AUGUST 28
Rock N Roll Car Show
Pipestem State Park, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
AUGUST 29
International Overdose Awareness Day Event
City of Beckley Art Park, 5–7 p.m.
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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, Interim Dean of Student Services 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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