MRU and MHC Sign Official Document for Business Administration Degree
Students at Medicine Hat College now have more choices when it comes to obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Medicine Hat.
Officials from Mount Royal University were on campus Monday to sign an official partnership agreement, giving students at MHC the option of earning a bachelor of business administration degree through their institution.
Students with a MHC business administration diploma with a major in accounting, management, marketing or financial services can carry on with studies for a third and fourth year to complete the MRU degree in Management. Classes will be taught based on the MRU curriculum but will use MHC resources and faculty.
Several students are already enrolled in the program this fall, and Schwartz expects the program to continue flourishing.
Students wishing to obtain a degree on the MHC campus now have a dozen choices, including several collaborative degrees with universities in the province.
Career Fair a Success
The Student Employment and Career Centre would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the MHC students and staff who helped to make the event a positive experience for our visiting employers. The exhibitors commented on both the number of students who engaged them in some good conversations, and the faculty that dropped by their booths to speak with them. A special thank you to all of our amazing volunteers whose assistance and excellent service impressed our recruiters throughout the day.
Congratulations to the following winners of our Faculty Prize Draws: Jody MacKenzie, Cathy Linowski, Peter Eliuk, and Gerard Klotz. In addition, 18 students walked away with prizes ranging from t-shirts, hats, gift cards, a Kobo E-reader, Nintendo DS, and a Wii.
International Students Week
The purpose of International Education Week is to raise, among Canadians, an awareness and understanding of international education, its significant benefits to Canada, to Canadian educational institutions and to all Canadians.
You are invited to participate in the week's activities. A fashion show on Monday showcased different styles from around the world, including Japan (shown here)!
2011 International Week Activities:
Pub Night
3 p.m. - close
Crave
News From Human Resources
Please join Human Resources in welcoming the following new employees:
Support Staff
Gordon deBoef, Lab Assistant, Power Engineering Program
Peggy Johnston, Accounting Assistant, Financial Services
Management
Ferdinand Obi, Manager, Application Services, Information Technology Services
Please join Human Resources in congratulating the following employees on their new appointments:
Management
Krista Weiss, Program Administrator, Continuing Studies
Additionally, the recent restructuring of the College has led to the new appointments below:
Wayne Resch, Executive Director, Finance/CFO
Allen VandenBerg, Vice-President, Student & College Services
Global Entrepreneur Week 2011
The EDC invites you to celebrate Global Entrepreneur Week November 14 to 18. Four guest speakers are ready to share their experience with students. Each speaker is presenting a lunch-and-learn and is also available for a classroom presentation.
The schedule includes Personal Branding with Ernest Barbaric on Nov. 14, Roundtable Talk with Ryan Jackson on Nov. 15, Dream It, Launch It with Diane Ziegenhagel on Nov. 16 and Very Small Business with Trevor Moore on Nov. 17.
The lunch sessions run from noon to 1 p.m. in the Crowfoot Room and includes free pizza. Faculty can also book one of the speakers by email Jon Sookocheff. Please state your preference and the number of students and time of your class. If you want to come to a Lunch and Learn, email Jenna Fischer before Thursday, Nov. 10 at 4 p.m.
Halloween Decorating Contest
After much deliberation by our student judges, it was determined that those departments located within the Central Core and the Student Residence Office have won bragging rights (and a DQ cake) for their efforts in creating a fun Halloween setting. Thanks to all who participated!
Randee Cheverie Wins Project 50/50
Congratulations to Randee Cheverie, administrative assistant to Dr. Linda Schwartz. Randee won October's Project 50/50 draw, taking away $570 - the biggest pot yet!
"When I signed up to participate in the 50/50 Project I didn’t even consider the possibility of winning. Instead, I viewed it as an opportunity to personally invest in and support students that I work to serve on a professional level. But now I’m going shopping!!" said Randee.
Dr. Nora Way, the dean of the division of health studies, won the second draw for a pair of Calgary Flames tickets.
Fund developer Deanna Haysom was aiming for 100 participants in October. In total, 114 people participated in the October draw. We are now raising more than $500 a month for the Students' Greatest Need scholarship.
Thanks to everyone who participated. To get in on the action for November, fill out a payroll deduction form at Human Resources.
Gerrit Kat Named Entrepreneur of the Month
Officials from Mount Royal University were on campus Monday to sign an official partnership agreement, giving students at MHC the option of earning a bachelor of business administration degree through their institution.
Students with a MHC business administration diploma with a major in accounting, management, marketing or financial services can carry on with studies for a third and fourth year to complete the MRU degree in Management. Classes will be taught based on the MRU curriculum but will use MHC resources and faculty.
Several students are already enrolled in the program this fall, and Schwartz expects the program to continue flourishing.
Students wishing to obtain a degree on the MHC campus now have a dozen choices, including several collaborative degrees with universities in the province.
Career Fair a Success
Congratulations to the following winners of our Faculty Prize Draws: Jody MacKenzie, Cathy Linowski, Peter Eliuk, and Gerard Klotz. In addition, 18 students walked away with prizes ranging from t-shirts, hats, gift cards, a Kobo E-reader, Nintendo DS, and a Wii.
International Students Week
The purpose of International Education Week is to raise, among Canadians, an awareness and understanding of international education, its significant benefits to Canada, to Canadian educational institutions and to all Canadians.
You are invited to participate in the week's activities. A fashion show on Monday showcased different styles from around the world, including Japan (shown here)!
2011 International Week Activities:
Tuesday, Nov. 8
Calligraphy
11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Cafeteria
Wednesday, Nov. 9
Talent Show
Noon – 1 p.m., Cafeteria
Thursday, November 10
Calligraphy
11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Cafeteria
Pub Night
3 p.m. - close
Crave
News From Human Resources
Please join Human Resources in welcoming the following new employees:
Support Staff
Gordon deBoef, Lab Assistant, Power Engineering Program
Peggy Johnston, Accounting Assistant, Financial Services
Management
Ferdinand Obi, Manager, Application Services, Information Technology Services
Please join Human Resources in congratulating the following employees on their new appointments:
Management
Krista Weiss, Program Administrator, Continuing Studies
Additionally, the recent restructuring of the College has led to the new appointments below:
Wayne Resch, Executive Director, Finance/CFO
Allen VandenBerg, Vice-President, Student & College Services
Global Entrepreneur Week 2011
The EDC invites you to celebrate Global Entrepreneur Week November 14 to 18. Four guest speakers are ready to share their experience with students. Each speaker is presenting a lunch-and-learn and is also available for a classroom presentation.
The schedule includes Personal Branding with Ernest Barbaric on Nov. 14, Roundtable Talk with Ryan Jackson on Nov. 15, Dream It, Launch It with Diane Ziegenhagel on Nov. 16 and Very Small Business with Trevor Moore on Nov. 17.
The lunch sessions run from noon to 1 p.m. in the Crowfoot Room and includes free pizza. Faculty can also book one of the speakers by email Jon Sookocheff. Please state your preference and the number of students and time of your class. If you want to come to a Lunch and Learn, email Jenna Fischer before Thursday, Nov. 10 at 4 p.m.
Halloween Decorating Contest
After much deliberation by our student judges, it was determined that those departments located within the Central Core and the Student Residence Office have won bragging rights (and a DQ cake) for their efforts in creating a fun Halloween setting. Thanks to all who participated!
Randee Cheverie Wins Project 50/50
Congratulations to Randee Cheverie, administrative assistant to Dr. Linda Schwartz. Randee won October's Project 50/50 draw, taking away $570 - the biggest pot yet!"When I signed up to participate in the 50/50 Project I didn’t even consider the possibility of winning. Instead, I viewed it as an opportunity to personally invest in and support students that I work to serve on a professional level. But now I’m going shopping!!" said Randee.
Dr. Nora Way, the dean of the division of health studies, won the second draw for a pair of Calgary Flames tickets.
Fund developer Deanna Haysom was aiming for 100 participants in October. In total, 114 people participated in the October draw. We are now raising more than $500 a month for the Students' Greatest Need scholarship.
Thanks to everyone who participated. To get in on the action for November, fill out a payroll deduction form at Human Resources.
Gerrit Kat Named Entrepreneur of the Month
It was an almost natural step for the third-generation Kat entrepreneur to use that passion and talent to start his own business, Ginger Kid Studios.
A few months after buying a business licence and purchasing basic equipment, Kat was introduced to Jon Sookochef at the Entrepreneur Development Centre and received funding and mentoring from JMH & Co.
“Of course as strong as that passion and tradition might be without the assistance from the EDC and JMH & Co. this entire process would've been much slower and there likely would've been a great deal of time and energy wasted on misguided ventures or marketing angles. Between the two of them they've certainly helped keep me and my business on the right track.”
Kat is continuing to expand the services he offers and looking at more effective methods of marketing his business. He hopes in the near future to establish his own commercial studio space and become more involved in community events and local businesses.
Parking Pass Exchange
Certain parking pass holders will need a replacement, as the existing passes are fading in the sun and making it difficult for security read them. If you have a parking pass for the B or E plug-in lot or the economy lots, you will need to exchange it.
If you meet this criteria, you can exchange your pass at the information desk in Centennial Hall from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Oct. 31 to Nov. 10. Please bring your current pass with you to have it exchanged for a new one with the name number.
Ramotu Jimoh Library User of the Month
Library Services has chosen fourth-year Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies student Ramotu Jimoh as November's library user of the month. She is obtaining her degree through Athabasca University. This is what Ramotu had to say:
"There is no doubt that without the help of the staff of the Vera Bracken Library I would not have been able to complete my assignments especially in the area of materials, references and citations for the assignments. They never let me feel different although I am an African Canadian.
The library feels like my second home especially because I have kids and I need a quiet place to study, so the library is a perfect choice for me. My favourite area in the library is the quiet study room and computer lab. I would like to thank the entire staff... especially the ones who are at the information desk, for their patience, kindness and their willingness to help me any time the library is open with their great smiles."
"There is no doubt that without the help of the staff of the Vera Bracken Library I would not have been able to complete my assignments especially in the area of materials, references and citations for the assignments. They never let me feel different although I am an African Canadian.
The library feels like my second home especially because I have kids and I need a quiet place to study, so the library is a perfect choice for me. My favourite area in the library is the quiet study room and computer lab. I would like to thank the entire staff... especially the ones who are at the information desk, for their patience, kindness and their willingness to help me any time the library is open with their great smiles."
MHC Nabs ACAC Honours
The Alberta College Athletic Conference recently announced the 2011-2012 Coaches of the Year, selected by their ACAC Coaching peers. Jim Loughlin, head coach for the men's and women's soccer teams, won the honour for his work with the men's team.
Students who made the 2011-2012 ACAC All Conference soccer teams as chosen by the conference coaches, are Derrick Hammel, Allan Siwela, Kristi Segall, Caroline Lonsdale, Jacie Brusky and Kristen Grover.
I Never Get Sick!
By getting immunized you lower the risk of spreading the infection to those who are more vulnerable.
Last week over 375 staff and students received the flu shot at the campus clinics. Flu clinics in Medicine Hat are still being held at the Higdon Hall. Clinics run Nov. 10 and 17 from 1 to 7 p.m., Nov. 24 and Dec. 1 from 2 to 6 p.m., and Dec. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Questions or concerns about the influenza vaccine? Contact the EHS office at rsloan@mhc.ab.ca.
MHC Receives Two Chamber Awards
Medicine Hat College received the Marketing Excellence Award at the Medicine Hat and District Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards last Friday. The Marketing Excellence Award is given to the organization that has best demonstrated excellence, innovation, and originality in traditional or new media marketing.
Medicine Hat College was recognized for the We’re Here awareness/recruitment campaign launched in the fall of 2010. The We’re Here campaign has been used to convey our geographic advantage to regional users, as well as an atmosphere of support, tradition, and stability. If you would like to learn more about the We’re Here campaign, click here.
The Workplace Health and Safety Award recognizes an organization that has shown leadership through its commitment to improving its health and safety management practices or implemented a new, unique, forward-thinking and original idea to create a safer, healthier work environment.
Medicine Hat College was recognized for taking a proactive innovative approach in preparing for unusual and potential catastrophic events. We’ve made some significant improvements in ensuring a safe and secure environment including our communication system that was installed this past year. If you have further questions on some of the steps MHC has taken please contact Rodger Sloan.
Paramedics Run Amazing Race
The teams simulated care on a series of five dummies, all the same individual who was the victim of a bull attack. The first station required the students to perform an initial assessment of the 'patient.'
The students then performed airway management where an instructor insured the students knew the right doses and sequence of the three required medications and inserted an endiotrachial tube.
The students next addressed the collapsed chest by performing a needle decompression. The fourth station mimicked cardiac arrest and, finally, the groups ended up in the simulation lab to diagnose blown pupils and an increased ICP (intracranial pressure).
A student for the day from Crossfield was able to follow a team of five through the 'race' and said he "couldn't have picked a better day."
Duane Delaurier, a paramedic instructor, said simulation exercises allow students to practice their skills in a practical way. Sim training is an ongoing feature in the Health Studies department.
Smartphone Facts and Learning
Did you know that as many as 60% of smartphone-users use their devices to perform functions that they previously relied on their laptops for?
Continuing Studies is pleased to offer these courses for the smartphone users among you...
Introduction to Your Blackberry – for beginners (6 months or less)
Nov 2, 6 – 9 p.m., $89
Enhancement Training for Blackberry & Playbook
Nov 9, 6 – 9 p.m., $89
Introduction to Your iPhone for beginners (6 months or less
Nov 16, 6 – 9 p.m., $89
Enhancement Training for iPhone & iPad – $89
Nov 23, 6 – 9 p.m., $89
These courses are offered through a partnership with Zelmore Wireless Group and are instructed by Rex Zachariah, who has been described by our students as “engaging, interesting and a very good presenter.”
Finally, did you know that the Blackberry was almost called a Strawberry? It’s true! Honestly.
MHC Christmas Celebration 2011
Memories of Christmas Past Contest
The Medicine Hat College Faculty Association newsletter, The FAX, is featuring an exciting Christmas contest. All faculty and staff are invited to submit a photo of themselves from a Christmas long ago.
Please submit your photo to facultyassoc@mhc.ab.ca or to the FAX editor, Linda Tooth, at ltooth@mhc.ab.ca. The deadline for photo submissions is November 21. The December FAX will feature the pictures.
Now the fun begins, enter your guesses to facultyassoc@mhc.ab.ca. Every staff member who submits a photo will receive a prize and the winner who has named all correct persons in each photo wins an eReader!! We will draw a winner from all of the correct entries if we have a number of accurate entries. Deadline for photo guesses is December 12. So dust off your pics, submit, and enter to win!
Geekapalooza 2011 Recap
For those of you who may have missed out on the great sessions during Geekapalooza this past August, will be interested to know that all of the sessions have been developed into a short series of video recaps.
In order to give faculty and staff an idea of what tools are available to them here at Medicine Hat College, various tools such as Adobe Captivate or the new TriCaster were used to create these lecture captures. You can check out all of the Geekapalooza 2011 videos on the following website:
http://edtechservices.weebly.com/geek-2011.html
NISOD Innovation Abstract: "Needy Students Need Textbooks: A Campus Library Responds"
In “Needy Students Need Textbooks: A Campus Library Responds” Richard McKay, Library Director, at San Jacinto College South (TX), describes a strategy by which students unable to purchase their own textbooks get help from the library for long-term access to texts required in their courses. The lending program has gone to the aid of 50+ students to date.
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NISOD celebrates teaching and leadership excellence by inviting proposals for breakout and roundtable sessions for the NISOD International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, to be held May 27-30 in Austin, Texas.
This year's presentation strands include:
NISOD celebrates teaching and leadership excellence by inviting proposals for breakout and roundtable sessions for the NISOD International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, to be held May 27-30 in Austin, Texas.
This year's presentation strands include:
- Teaching and Learning
- Student Success
- Educational Technology
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Culture of Evidence
- Developing Faculty/Staff
- Developmental & Adult Education
- Economic and Workforce Development
- Leadership and Organizational Development
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