Vol. 8, Issue No. 11
August 17, 2020
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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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Ron Furrow, Instructor for Industrial Technology |
Ron Furrow began his technical career after graduating college in January 2000. He started at Superior Highwall Miners (SHM) as an electrical controls engineer and worked there for nearly 12 years. During that time, he gained experience with many different job rolls. Ron assisted in developing parts books, manuals, training material, touch screen and PLC programming, and assisted in starting coal mining machinery in many remote parts of the world including India, Russia, and Australia.
After leaving SHM Ron furthered his electrical control experience in both coal mining and industrial plants. In 2016 he began working for himself and the international travel continued as he continued to support Highwall Miners internationally and domestically. There was an increased demand to provide training for machinery to customers and mine inspectors.
In recent years coal mining has slowed, and Ron feels the Industrial Technology instructor position works well with his past technical experience and provides challenges for the future. He looks forward to assisting in developing the curriculum and helping students to become familiar with the industry and define their working career.
Outside of work, Ron enjoys hiking and landscape photography.
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Abby Honaker, Advancement and
Recruitment Specialist
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Join us in welcoming Abby Honaker in the position of Advancement and Recruitment Services. Abby has 10+ years experience working for a diverse group of organizations and clients. As a graduate of New River CTC and lifelong resident of southern West Virginia, she is looking forward to helping others like her to change their lives in a positive way. Abby says she is honored to be a part of a local institution that is dedicated to building a strong community through education and support. |
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Tori Taylor, Communications Specialist |
Tori Taylor joins the Office of Communications team as Communications Specialist. Tori has spent the past 7 years working for marketing and communications departments within higher education. Her career began at Marietta College in Marietta, Ohio, and her most recent experience was with Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, New York. She is very excited to join the New River CTC family and continue her work in communications. |
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Andrea Vest, Workforce Education
Program Specialist
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Andrea Vest joins New River CTC as a Workforce Education Program Specialist after 20+ years of working in higher education, customer service, and human resources. She originally began her higher education career in 2005 as the Advancement Coordinator with MSU, and has spent the last six years in HR in both the healthcare and PEO industries. She holds an AAS in Business Administration and is PHR Certified through the Human Resources Certification Institute. |
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We'll have additional "new employee welcomes" in upcoming editions of the From the Hawk's Nest newsletter. |
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The College hosted four Countdown Connect events at the Greenbrier, Mercer, Raleigh and Nicholas county campuses. The events were very successful as we registered 43 students and assisted another 29 students during the events. Mary Igo organized the MCC and RCC events, which combined accounted for 31 of the registered students.The remaining 12 students came from the MCC and GVC events where Roger Griffith took the lead role in planninig. |
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"To be able to interact and assist students to achieve their dreams, even behind a shield and mask, is very rewarding," said New River CTC's Advancement and Recruitment Specialist, Abby Honaker. "And, to see the turnout of students desiring to attend New River CTC is inspiring."
A second round of Countdown Connect events are currently underway as we approach the August 21 registration deadline.
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Stay safe while supporting New River CTC! Face masks and gaiters with the College logo have arrived. The masks are available in blue or black and available for all employees. Trish Hoover will be in contact to make sure everyone receives one. |
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Congratulations to Matthew Snuffer, EMS programs Instructor, for obtaining his Mobile Critical Care Paramedic certification (the highest field certification in WV). Matt obtained his AAS-EMS degree from New River CTC and is a great asset to our EMS program. |
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AEMT students making history |
New River CTC's first group of Advanced EMTs have completed the program and will test as the first AEMT class in the history of West Virginia Office of EMS.
The legislature enacted AEMT as a stepping stone between Emergency Medical Technician Basic and Paramedic certification. In order to be certified in WV, these students had to complete advanced care coursework and clinical work to function at the advanced level. They also had to pass their National Registry AEMT test and skills. Further, they had to complete an advanced scope of practice test administered by the WVOEMS (this was what they did on this day in particular).
This class is designed as a stepping stone for EMS providers to step up each level from EMT-B, AEMT, to paramedic. This group of students chose to complete this program and all testing requirements while working toward their paramedic certification. They will be part of a group of 27 that test for their National Registry Paramedic certification within the next two months.
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Pictured are (L-R) Danny Anderson, Jenessa Fox, Jared Clendenen, Steven Tritapoe, Jacob Teubert, Katie Redden, Jericho Cresong, Kari Howell (standing behind Jericho), and Colby Bevins. |
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Active Southern West Virginia expands program reach
Programming will now include Kanawha and Boone counties
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Active Southern West Virginia is pleased to announce it has expanded its programming to include Boone and Kanawha Counties. Having successfully served Nicholas, Fayette, Raleigh, and Summers Counties since 2015, Active SWV has also been working with neighboring communities along the Route 3 corridor and the upper Kanawha River valley.
Active SWV is a non-profit providing wellness activities for the residents of southern West Virginia, offering programs led by trained volunteers within communities where they live. The impact of these programs will improve health outcomes in under-served communities, workplaces, and schools, resulting in a vibrant, diverse economy. A healthy population is crucial to attracting new businesses and jobs to our region.
Active SWV’s evidence-based programs include Workplace Wellness, Community Captains, Kids Run Clubs, and Bike/Walk SWV. Supported by the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority, the West Virginia Development Office, the West Virginia Bureau of Public Health, WVU, and the Appalachian Regional Commission, ActiveSWV has provided technical assistance and training to over 250 volunteers who lead their friends, neighbors, co-workers, and families in living a healthier lifestyle impacting over 8,000 individuals.
The physical, emotional, and economic impacts of the Covid-19 crisis make it more important for West Virginians to take control of both their physical and mental health. Active SWV provides resources to remove barriers and increase social supports through partnerships to accomplish this goal. Being physically active will improve our health and our economy, positioning West Virginia to emerge post Covid-19 better than before.
For more information, contact Melanie Seiler, ActiveSWV Executive Director at info@activeswv.com
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Community drive-in nights at the Chuck Mathena Center |
As our country works to find a new normal, the Chuck Mathena Center is striving to continue its mission of bringing entertainment to our community in the safest way we know how. …Enter Community Drive-In Nights! These movies are free to the public and designed as a safe way to share a night out with your family. For the most up-to-date information on dates, weather updates, and movie voting polls, you can “Like” Chuck Mathena Center on our Facebook page.
The rules:
- Spaces are limited and first come, first served. The 20ft screen will be on the front deck, so please park facing the building in designated parking spots.
- You must stay inside your vehicle to watch the movie, no lawn chairs or tailgates. You will be able to listen to the movie from your car radio.
- This event is free, and you can bring in your own food and drinks. All we ask is that you please take your trash with you when you leave. Help keep our parking lot clean!
- Have fun and enjoy the movie!
We plan to do this as often as we can, please follow the rules so that we can keep this going. These rules will change as restrictions allow, but for now we must follow guidelines.
This event is made possible with the help of the City of Princeton and Sound Solutions. Any business or organization that would be interested in sponsoring a trivia prize to be given away prior to the start of the film should contact the Chuck Mathena Center at 304-425-5128 or info@cmcwv.org.
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Last chance for Taste of the Fair |
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New face mask requirements by Enterprise |
To protect you, our employees and our community, face coverings are now required inside all Enterprise® locations.
Visit us online for more information and to learn about the best practices we’ve put in place to help protect our communities and to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. For example, as part of our Complete Clean Pledge, we’ve expanded our already rigorous cleaning protocols to include thoroughly sanitizing more than 20 vehicle high-touch points between each rental.
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Statement of Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action
New River Community and Technical College 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, Title VII Human Rights Act of 1964, Title IX Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
The office listed below has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies relating to disabilities, sex or other forms of discrimination.
Peter Hoeman, Interim Dean of Student Services and Title IX Coordinator
New River Community and Technical College
280 University Drive
Beaver, WV 25813
Telephone: 304-929-5027
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