Vol. 9, Issue No. 1
January 19, 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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Shoe box project success
The Browning Social Services Club delivered over 30 boxes of hygiene supplies and extra basic care items to the Women's Resource Center on December 18, 2020.
(Pictured first row left to right- Dustin Ewing, Treasurer, Aubray Pettry, Co-Historian, Melinda Price, Secretary, 2nd row, Jeremy Miller, President, Tennel Green, Vice-President, Dr. Kelli White, and Lynda Jenson).
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A generous donation to the diesel program |
R.T. Rogers Oil Company/Precision Delivery of Hinton, WV has donated five more trucks to the diesel program for instructional purposes. This makes ten total trucks this company has donated to the college. |
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New drop boxes installed at all campuses |
New River CTC drop boxes have been installed at all campuses. The maintenance team will check the boxes each morning and periodically for any items, and will place them in the mailroom mailboxes.
Drop box location by campus:
ATC - Main gate
RCC - Back parking lot entrance sidewalk
GVC - Back entrance stairs
MCC - Front main entrance
NCC - Column at the front maintenance
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COVID-19 vaccine distribution underway |
As the state of West Virginia makes the COVID-19 vaccine available, New River CTC President Dr. Bonny Copenhaver received the vaccine along with over 50 New River employees.
"I did this for my family and my students and colleagues. I am grateful to all who made this day possible.”
Also pictured is Susie Atkins and Donna Feijo who were among the first wave of New River CTC employees to receive the vaccine.
New River's next round of employee vaccines is scheduled for the week of January 25. All vaccines for employees will be through the Raleigh County Health Department.
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ATC exterior light project |
The exterior mounted building lights have been replaced and are now lighting up the ATC! Raymond Frost/MCC maintenance worked on this project and completed it before leaving for the winter break. |
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Changes at the Mercer County campus |
The City of Princeton had advised New River CTC that they were moving forward with removing the old bank drive thru from the property. Their team quickly started the demolition and the structure has been removed completely. Removing this structure will improve the campus grounds and reduce obstructions while increasing safety awareness. This also opens the back campus area allowing for additional parking. |
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West Virginia Chamber's Welcoming and Accepting Campaign |
The West Virginia Chamber of Commerce speaks for business. Our members consistently tell us that they value a diverse and inclusive workplace, and that those policies lead to better outcomes for their business and employees. In support of these values, the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce launched its "West Virginia: Welcoming and Accepting" campaign during the fall of 2020. New River Community and Technical College is one of the many members of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce that have signed up in support of this message. View the list of companies that have signed this commitment here.
If you would like to include your company's name on our website alongside this statement, please e-mail Sarah Thomas at sthomas@wvchamber.com. Thank you for your consideration of this important issue and please stay safe and healthy.
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West Virginia Chamber's Welcoming and Accepting Campaign |
Active SWV has updated program guidelines. In alignment with the WV Governor postponing youth indoor sports until March 1st, Active SWV will also be postponing any indoor programs through January and February.
Outdoor activities and online classes will continue. Please visit our website Resource Page and monthly website calendar to find ways to safely stay active with your family and co-workers. This is an important time to offer support for mental and physical health.
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FREE COVID-19 saliva testing to WV residents |
The State of West Virginia is proud to offer fast and accurate FREE COVID-19 saliva testing to WV residents. This at-home saliva test is offered at no cost from the State of West Virginia, and you will not be asked for your credit card information. If the system does ask you for payment, this is an error; close your browser and try again.
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Defensive Driving January 2021 |
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Fleet Management provides monthly driving tips to provide agencies with a way to promote good defensive driving techniques ensuring the safety of state vehicle operators. For January 2021, Fleet is providing information on how to react in a skid.
No matter how good a driver you think you are, there will be times when your perceptions and skills are put to the test. At no time is this more prevalent than when your car starts to skid. There is little that can compare with the realization that your two thousand pound vehicle is no longer under your control. While it is true that you can face the possibility of going into a skid at any time, the chances dramatically increase during inclement weather.
Unfortunately, not everyone knows how to properly react when entering a skid (or fishtail). Instead of panicking, take a deep breath. This should help you control your reflexes enough to keep yourself from overreacting.
There are two different types of skids: front wheel skids and rear wheel skids. A front wheel skid occurs when the entire car starts drifting in a direction other than the driver’s intended course. This type of skid tends to occur when a driver enters a curve too quickly. If your car enters a front wheel skid, ease off the accelerator. If you are driving a car with a manual transmission, depress the clutch. Keep your eyes focused on a target ahead of you and try to steer the car back on course. If you don’t regain control of the car within 2-3 seconds, THEN depress the brake lightly. Braking will help to transfer power to the front of the car; braking too suddenly, however, can cause the wheels to lock, which will make the skid worse.
A rear wheel skid occurs when the back end of the car slides out to the right or left; this is also known as “fishtailing.” At some point, someone has probably told you to “turn into the skid.” However, this advice can be misleading. Say that the back end of your car suddenly slides out to the right; you don’t want to turn your wheel sharply to the right as well, especially if you are traveling at a high rate of speed. You want to turn to the right JUST ENOUGH to straighten out the car. Focusing on a target in the distance will help prevent you from “over-correcting.” As you turn, slowly ease off the accelerator. Avoid the temptation to brake suddenly.
Finally, there are a few tips to consider when trying to prevent skids:
- Make sure your tires have adequate treads. Tires are made with a “wear bar” in the treads; if the level of the tire reaches that of the “wear bar”, it is time to get new tires. You can also check your tires by inserting a penny into the tread upside-down. Lincoln’s head should be partially covered.
- Drive slowly in wet, icy, or snowy conditions.
- Keep an appropriate distance between you and the car ahead of you. A general rule of thumb is 4 car lengths for every 10 mph. This way, you will have plenty of time to react if the driver in front of you stops; trying to stop too suddenly can cause a skid.
- Slow down before entering a curve or bend. Taking a curve too quickly or braking suddenly while going around a bend can cause skids.
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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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