Student OnCampus has had a facelift! Over the past year we have had suggestions on how to improve the look, feel and functionality of the Washington State online student newsletter. What you are seeing now is the result of all the input from our readers . We hope that the new format and style helps our readers to find the information important to them without overloading their eyes and monitor with extra text and pictures. To view an article you want to read simply click the headline. The article will "pop down" for you to view and when you are done reading simply click the headline again to hide it from your view. As always we are open to more suggestions and comments about Student OnCampus and these can be submitted to us at oncampus@wscc.edu.

The financial aid office has been notified that there is additional WIA money available to help residents of Morgan County attend WSCC.  Please contact Tina Wark at 740.962.2519 ext. 1316 for more information.

The American Cancer Society’s program called Fresh Start is designed to help participants stop-smoking by providing them with the essential information and strategies. This cessation program focuses on an active pragmatic approach to quitting smoking.  Consists of (4) four (1) one-hour session given once a week over a four-week period.  These sessions average a total of (1) hour per session. Included in the classes are the Freshstart Participant’s guide, several class pamphlets, handouts, and fax referrals to the Ohio quit line for participants who want to utilize nicotine replacement therapy. WSCC will be hosting this class for four weeks beginning Jan. 20 at 6 p.m. Please contact Kristin Meeks ext. 1406.

OSU Food & Nutrition Education's program, "Eating Smart. Being Active,” is beginning a new class on Tuesday Jan. 13 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in B103. The program focuses on nutrition lessons partnered with low impact physical activity.  Participants learn to make better food choices for their families, plan meals and use shopping lists to make better use of food dollars, and the importance of regular physical activity.
You can sign up by contacting Kristin Meeks ext. 1406.

Washington State’s automotive and diesel program was delighted to participate in yet another cooperative exchange with Fyda Freightliner, Inc. last week. A 2000 Freightliner FLD 120 tractor, which retails for 22,000 was sold to the college for a fraction of the cost. The tractor will be used by students as a  hands-on lab experience.

The truck will be used for instruction purposes for many years. Registering only 290,000 miles currently, the average life span of an engine is 1 million miles before overhaul is needed.

According to Gary Tiffin, general manager, “They can do diagnostics and take things apart on this truck like they’ll do in the real workplace.”

In 2005, Washington State Community College and Fyda Freightliner Inc. joined in a partnership to create future technicians for their facilities. The Elite Technician Program is structured for the students to complete the associate degree program at Washington State and work part time at their local hometown FYDA facility. 

Dr. Hatfield noted how this relationship creates wins for everyone. “The partnership benefits the college, the company, the students and the state by supplying trained workers who are likely  to stay in Ohio.

“We’re hoping this Fyda truck model is one that can be used in other industries and business classes.

Ohio Budget Cuts
Governor Strickland announced $640 million in budget cuts for the State of Ohio. Protected remained the funding that enabled the two-year tuition freeze and increase in student financial aid. Strickland remains committed to higher education, along with the Board of Regents and the University System of Ohio, who are determined to grow the Ohio economy through their support of education.

According to Chancellor Eric D. Fingerhut, “Higher education has a plan to drive economic growth through  the creation of a talented workforce, and together with the Ohio Department of Development’s strategic plan, the State of Ohio has a plan that will allow Ohio to compete with the most advanced states and nations.

Hino Motors donates Diesel Engine to Washington State
Hino Motors announced at their grand opening that they would donate a new J08E-TV Diesel Engine to Washington State Community College.

Bob Feathers, one of the Auto-Diesel faculty members, was on the forklift ready to unload as Washington State received the diesel engine on December 19, 2008. “This is a wonderful opportunity for our students as they will learn the latest technology while working on the new diesel engine,” said Bob.

Washington State was able to expand their Automotive, Diesel, Medium/Heavy Trucks and HVAC facilities through a $700,000 project funded by the Ohio Board of Regents, WSCC, and Industry Donations. The expansion allowed for two new truck bays, one classroom and two labs in the diesel shop. For information on WSCC’s Auto/Diesel Programs, please contact Bob Feathers at rfeathers@wscc.edu, Mike Palmer at mpalmer@wscc.edu, Dan Blake at dblake@wscc.edu or Dannie Queen at dqueen@wscc.edu.

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The 10th Annual River Cities Film Series begins Friday, January 9th, 7:30 p.m., at Washington State Community College with the film Diving Bell and the Butterfly. Admission is free.

Diving Bell and the Butterfly
Mathieu Amalric, Emmanuelle Seigner, Max Von Sydow
Miramax Films; Directed by Julian Schnabel
Rated PG-13; 114 minutes; 2007

At the age of 43, Elle France magazine editor Jean-Dominique Bauby suffered a stroke that paralyzed his entire body except his left eye. He used a blinking code to write his memoir and eloquently described his life from the psychological torment of being trapped inside his body to his imagined stories from lands he had only visited in his mind. In French and English with English subtitles
To learn more about the 2009 series and to view the complete schedule, visit: http://www.marietta.edu/rcfs/

Jan. 24 at 8 p.m.
Washington State Community College
Harvey Graham Auditorium

Kuniko Yamamoto enchants audiences of every age with dramatic storytelling, using myths and fables from ancient and modern Japan spiced with social revelations to educate and amuse. Kuniko uses traditional Japanese music, handcrafted masks, stylized movement, and a touch of magic to create an artistic balance of illusion and reality. Her programs encourage audience interaction and participation, with each narrative carefully selected for multi-cultural and moral perspectives.

A partnership between Glenwood Retirement Community and the Evergreen Arts & Humanities Series makes Kuniko’s presentation possible.

This quarter there may be occasions when weather conditions warrant special considerations.  Above all, it is important that students use their best judgment as to whether they should travel under these circumstances.

For students taking day classes (start time prior to 5:00 pm), the decision to close or delay will be made by 5:30 am on the day in question.  The decision on evening classes will be made by 2:00 pm.  If there is to be a 2-hour delay, the campus will open at 9:30 am and the first classes will begin at 10:00 am.  Classes that begin prior to 10:00 am will be cancelled, unless your instructor has notified you of other arrangements.

There are a number of ways to find out the status of the college:

• Call 374.8716 and listen for the message.
• Look for an e-mail from the college announcing the change.
• Check the college Web site.
• Listen to area radio stations, or watch WTAP.
• Watch TV22 on the local cable system.

Classes offered at locations other than in Marietta will be cancelled if classes on the main campus are cancelled.  If the host facility is closed for the day due to inclement weather, no college classes will be held at that site. Be aware that there may be days that the campus is open but it is not feasible for you to travel.  Remember to use your best judgment at all times!