What's good for the goose is good for the gander, so the saying goes. Now what's good for the goose is good for all of us! You'll now find orange snow fencing around the S wing portable and limited access to the area for a few weeks.
A pair of nesting geese have taken up residence on the roof of the portable and have been acting aggressively toward staff and students entering the building. Because they are migratory waterfowl, we cannot relocate or disturb them.
It is estimated that the disruption will last until the end of April. So please have patience, exercise caution, and look forward to a gaggle of goslings!
Kim St. Yves Wins Project 50/50
Congratulations to Kim St. Yves, who has won $885 in March's Project 50/50 draw. Kim said "I am happy to support Project 50/50 because it is a great way to enhance the sense of community that exists between the College staff and the students we serve."
Are you interested in winning that much cash? Sign up today! For more information on how you can be involved, click here.
It is Your College
If you had the power to bring one small change to Medicine Hat College that would help us better serve students, what would that be? Build a mental picture of the college in the future. How is it different? What does it feel like to work there?
Your answers to these questions are a welcome part of the college’s long-term development process, which is underway right now. Ken Steele’s visits to campus, and an audit of our systems and processes conducted last fall, are some of the steps we’re taking, together, to shape our college.
In the coming weeks, you’ll hear more about these processes. A critical opportunity is coming in late April as we seek groups of people—students, employees, employers, alumni and others—to further refine the basic concepts of our college. Invitations will be out in a week or so.
After that, you’ll receive invitations to participate on teams that will address critical aspects of our core business. This includes concepts like the promises we make students, the key student audiences we serve, and how we serve students through an extended cycle. Some of these groups will begin work in the spring and summer, others next fall.
Our request is simple: bring inspiration, express your frustration if necessary, argue for the status quo or push for a vision. You are Medicine Hat College, and your participation is vital.
Steps For Life Walk
Medicine Hat College is once again supporting the Steps for Life Walk, set to take place on Sunday, May 6. This 5 km walk will begin at 1 p.m. and participants will walk the beautiful grounds of the college and Kin Coulee Park. The Steps For Life Walk supports Threads of Life programs and services for families who have suffered from a workplace tragedy. The program also raises awareness about the importance of health and safety within the workplace.
The walk will be aimed at family fun, with safety activities for the whole family following the event. Organizers also encourage team entries, so get your department together and enter as a team.
Register here, or call/email Rodger Sloan at ext. 8439 for more information. Volunteers are also needed; if you are able to lend a hand, please contact Rodger.
Sapper Stephen Stock Memorial Walk
Sapper Stephen Stock was a MHC power engineering alumni who was killed on duty in Afghanistan. His friends and family are now honouring his name by presenting the Sapper Stephen Stock Memorial Walk for Valour Place. Funds raised will help support Valour Place, a "home away from home" for injured soldiers, veterans, RCMP and their families while receiving medical treatment in Edmonton. The walk takes place on May 12 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gas City Campground.
Register here, or call/email Leona at 403.580.8240 for more information.
Students' Association Election Results
Student Body elections of the Executive of the Students’ Association of Medicine Hat College results are confirmed, and official. The Students’ Association Executive members for May 1, 2012 to April 30, 2013 are as follows:
President – Shayla Paxman
Vice President Internal – Eve Lacey
Vice President External – Brad East
Vice President Student Life – Richelle Oerlemans
We would like to thank all of the students who participated in the election, and came out and made their opinion count, and a special thanks to the students who came out and volunteered to help us at the polling station.
Rattler Run Quickly Approaching
The runners are out in full force enjoying the spring weather and the countdown is on until the Rattler Run on April 28. This is Medicine Hat's kick-off to the running season and a great event. Choose from 3, 5 and 10 Km races surrounding our beautiful campus. Registration is live at http://www.rattlerrun.ca/.
If you aren't a runner but would still like to be part of the fun, there's always room for volunteers. Rattler Run volunteers fill a number of roles including course marshals, safety cyclists, water stations, finish line, etc. All RR 'Race Crew' members get a t-shirt, and invite to post-race social in the Crave.
Contact Katrina Lehenbauer via email or call her at ext. 3547 to volunteer.
Ben Hughes Named Library User of the Month
Here's what Ben has to say about MHC's Vera Bracken Library:
“To me, the library is like a fresh, steamy, cheesy pot of macaroni. It’s hard to go to the library and not feel full of happiness. And the library staff, like Lana and Gloria, are like the milk and butter that make the library experience that much better! They are so willing to help with a smile and I’m convinced there is nothing they can’t do! And the comfortable study areas, whether with groups or on your own make the library that much more tastier, just like macaroni! I want to thank the library and its staff for being such a huge part of my success at the college this year. I love the library!”
Important Changes to Registration
Registration is changing for all new and returning students, says Karoline Fox, manager of registration.
“The biggest difference students will find is the ability to register for a full year of courses in advance,” says Fox. “Student Services hopes this change will help students plan in advance reducing anxiety about course availability and even when they make job or family commitments.”
Fox explains that students will encounter registration processes specific to their goals and program choice. “Students in a few programs -- Health Care Aid is a good example – will be automatically registered as there are no options or course choices to be made.” She notes, however, that students in other programs have wide scope when they build a schedule and choose classes.
Several communications steps are happening to help students understand their individual registration needs.
• New students will receive an email that explains exactly what they need to do
• Current students will also receive an email specific to their program needs
• All students will find the information explained on the college web site
• Information sessions have been planned to help students
Because the use of student email is less than 100 percent, promotional efforts will soon be underway to encourage students to check for messages.
Please review the information on our website for more information on the processes involved.
Rig Donation Supports Rig Technician Program
The college’s newest apprenticeship program is growing strong with the donation of a drilling rig that will provide hands-on training possibilities. The rig will be located on the Kipling Street Campus to serve the needs of the rig program and others.
While the college has received City development permits, we’re taking extra steps to inform you and the community before the rig appears. In the coming week households along the coulee edge will receive a flyer explaining the project and showing the small impact of the equipment (a copy of the flyer is accessible here.) Watch for full details on this development in the near future.
Employee Recognition Award Recipients Announced
CONGRATULATIONS to all who were nominated for the 2012 Employee Recognition Program Awards! Each employee contributes to the success of the college and, ultimately, to the success of our students so we applaud all of your contributions! Thanks to all of you who took the time to spotlight these deserving individuals and groups. It is because of you that our program is a success!
We are pleased to announce the 2012 Employee Recognition Program Award Recipients:
2012 College Employee of the Year: Mark Keller, Director, College Advancement
2012 Academic Achievement Award: Marie Hasper, Coordinator, Practical Nurse Program & Health Care Aide Program – Brooks Campus
2012 Service Achievement Award: Karl Mueller, Instructor, Division of Science
2012 Innovation Award: Summer Company Program/Entrepreneur Scholarship Program:
• Jon Sookocheff, Manager, Entrepreneur Development Centre
• Deanna Haysom, Development Officer, College Advancement
NISOD Innovation Abstract: Student Writing: Developing 'Journal Quality' Outcomes
In “Developing Key Job Interview Skills in a Voice and Diction Course,” Joël Magloire, Assistant Professor, Communication Arts and Sciences, at CUNY Bronx Community College (NY), describes a successful strategy to help students develop their interviewing skills. Good communication skills are listed as among the key qualities that potential employers look for in applicants but are too frequently missing in the performance of college graduates looking for employment. In-class mock interviews create situations similar to those future job seekers will be expected to handle with confidence and skill, and offer “safe” practice in a learning environment.
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