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Northeast.edu RSS News Feedhttp://www.northeast.edu/NewsRss Feed For Northeast Community College Newsen-usCopyright (C) 2009. All rights reserved.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:04:36 -0600Northeast.edu RSS Feed Generatorhttp://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=494http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=494Press ReleasesDegrees and ProgramsSpecial EventsStudents and AlumniNorfolkFaculty and StaffHonorsVet tech students honored in special ceremony at Northeast NORFOLK, Neb. –Students enrolled in the veterinary technology program at Northeast Community College were honored last week in a special ceremony witnessed by family and friends.Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:09:23 -0600  Members of the Class of 2012 received the veterinary technician’s pin. Members of the Class of 2013 were awarded a monogrammed white coat to mark their formal acceptance in to the vet tech program at Northeast. The ceremony was opened with a welcome by Dr. Mike Cooper, DVM and program director, and John Blaylock, vice president of educational services.   Corinne Morris, associate dean of the agriculture, health and science division at Northeast, was the guest speaker.    Josh Schlote, LVT, administered the Veterinary Technician’s Oath to the Class of 2013 and 2012 and reminded the students that they are the voice for the animal. Dr. Amanda Hafer, DVM, commended students in both classes for their decision to become veterinary technicians and pointed out strong attributes of each member of the Class of 2012 that will serve them well in the profession. Both Dr. Hafer and Schlote are vet tech instructors at Northeast Community College.   Those who received their white coats included: Natasha Carel, Beatrice; Brieanne Todd, Brunswick; Aubrey Birkel, LaVista; Angela Hartz, Neligh; Kaitlin Bachman, Macayla McDonald, Joseph Slater, and Brooke Wemhoff, all of Norfolk; Nicole Bowers, Randolph; Kristy Topil, Rising City; Brianna Wisnieski, Scribner;  Mercede Wachter, Wausa; Kelly Zetocha, Weston; Loren Peterson, West Point, and Lesley Milenkovich, Winside. Out-of-state students who were coated by the faculty included: Jessa Moser, Baltic, S.D.; Collin Andersen, Freeman, S.D.; April Herbst, Mitchell, S.D., and Brittany Meyer, Whiting, Iowa.  These sophomore students were pinned during the ceremony:  Alyssa Kruger, Battle Creek; Amanda Lehman, Bloomfield; Diane Enderson, Shyla Kemp, and Laura Reichmuth, all of Columbus; Carlee Fiddes, Eagle;   Lindsay Krueger, Foster;  Katelyn Rempe, Grand Island; Kristin Anderson and Margaret Sherwood, both of Lincoln; Jessica Fredrickson, Lyons; Brittany Miller and Brendan Westcott, both of Norfolk; and Carlene Hines, North Bend.   Out of state students receiving the pin of the veterinary technician were: Emily Seeley, Las Vegas, Nev.; Jessi Metz, Pittsburgh, Penn.;  Katie Voight, Avon, S.D., and Hanna Jansen, Yankton, S.D. Vet Tech Club president Shyla Kemp, Columbus, gave the closing remarks. For more information about the Northeast vet tech program, contact Dr. Cooper at (402)844-7190.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=493http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=493Press ReleasesSpecial EventsStudents and AlumniEight compete for title of Mr. NECC at Northeast NORFOLK, Neb. – Jordan Merchant, Randolph, was crowned Mr. NECC Wednesday in a mock beauty pageant at Northeast Community College in Norfolk.Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:59:09 -0600  Part of Homecoming Week activities, the pageant featured four different rounds: Introductions of candidates dressed in costumes symbolic of the organization they represent, evening wear, talent, and interviews. Tyrel Whalen of Laurel served as master of ceremonies. The 2012 Mr. NECC is the son of Kim and Shane Merchant of Randolph. He is a graduate of Randolph High School. A freshman general studies major, he represented the Student Activities Council.              Other candidates for Mr. NECC, listed first by hometowns, included: Battle Creek   Ethan Koopman. The graduate of Lutheran High Northeast High School represented the Northeast Student Ambassadors in the pageant. The son of Ann and Gregg Koopman, Battle Creek, he is sophomore physics major at Northeast.                          James (Mallory) McAllister. The son of Lois McAllister of Norfolk and James McAllister of Tilden is a graduate of Battle Creek Junior-Senior High School. He is a freshman business entrepreneur major and represented Phi Beta Lambda in the pageant. Hartington      Aaron Wiechelman. Representing the Nebraska Lutheran Campus Ministry Club, he is the son of Jon and Janet Wiechelman of Hartington and a graduate of Hartington Public High School. He is a freshman welding major. Norfolk           Adam Wagner. The son of Tom and Mary Jo Wagner of Norfolk is a graduate of Battle Creek Junior-Senior High School and a freshman radio and TV broadcasting major at Northeast. He represented the Broadcasting Club in the pageant. Stanton           Michael McCarthy. The son of Matt and Kim McCarthy of Stanton is a graduate of a Stanton High School.  A freshman general studies major, he represented the Student Government Association in the pageant. He was second runner-up. Wayne            Ian Webster. Representing the Student Assistant/Resident Assistant Team, he is a  freshman pre-professional nursing major. He is a graduate of Wayne High School and the son of Lance and Peg Webster of Wayne.  He was third runner-up in the pageant. West Point     Loren Peterson. The son of Lawrence and Grace Peterson, West Point, he represented the Vet Tech Club in the pageant. A graduate of Lyons-Decatur Northeast High School, he is a sophomore veterinary technology major. He was first runner-up.   http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=492http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=492Press ReleasesSpecial EventsStudents and AlumniNorfolkWest PointO'NeillSouth Sioux CityFaculty and StaffFAFSA completion days near at Northeast in Norfolk, education centers and South Sioux City NORFOLK, Neb. – College-bound students and their parents intimidated by the financial aid process are encouraged to sign up for personalized assistance during the FAFSA Completion Days at Northeast Community College in Norfolk, its education centers in O’Neill and West Point and the College Center in South Sioux City. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 06:53:50 -0600  Staff from Northeast’s financial aid office will offer personalized assistance in filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) in Norfolk on Saturdays, February 25, and March 3, 2012, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., in the College Welcome Center on the Northeast campus in Norfolk. FAFSA Completion Days are also scheduled at the O’Neill Education Center on Thursday, February 23, and Friday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 409 East Adams Street. Sessions are set for Tuesday, February 28, and Wednesday, March 14, from 3-7 p.m. at the West Point Education Center at 202 Anna Stalp Avenue.  Another session is scheduled at the College Center at 1001 College Way in South Sioux City on Tuesday, February 21, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. During the one-on-one sessions, students and their parents will receive help in completing the FAFSA on the web. A PIN, completed 2011 tax return, and W-2’s for both the parent(s) and student are required. Students and their parents planning to attend a session in Norfolk are asked to call (402)844-7285 to schedule an individual appointment for these FAFSA Completion Days. Those planning to attend the South Sioux City session should call (402)241-6400 while those planning to attend the West Point session are asked to call (402)372-2269. Those interested in the session in O’Neill should call (402)336-3590. Times are limited. The Northeast Financial Aid Department will also host FAFSA Fridays every Friday from 1-4 p.m. (excluding any Friday the college is closed) now through the end of June in the College Welcome Center in Norfolk. Walk-ins are welcome. A computer lab will be available for students to use to complete the FAFSA with a counselor’s assistance. Again, a PIN, completed 2011 tax return, and W-2’s for both the parent(s) and student are required. “People are often intimidated by the financial aid process, particularly if this is their first application,” said Stacy Dieckman, director of financial aid at Northeast Community College. “We will be here on the days listed above to assist those individuals with each and every stage of filling out the FAFSA and on Friday afternoons to provide group sessions for FAFSA completion.“                   http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=489http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=489Men's BasketballLaramie County overpowers Hawks NORFOLK, Neb. - A fast start by Laramie County Community College gave the Golden Eagles a 98-69 victory over the Northeast Community College men's basketball team Saturday night.Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:21:37 -0600With the loss, the Hawks bring their record to  6-14. Game Action Texas Tech-bound Rodrigo Silva scored 23 points and grabbed 12 rebounds leading Laramie County Community College to a 29-point victory Saturday night in Cheyenne, Wyo.   The Golden Eagles overwhelmed the Hawks coming out to a 19-4 lead.   Northeast cut the lead to seven at one point, 25-32, on a Cameron Adderley (Bahamas) layup. The Hawks did not get any closer. Northeast was led by Adderley, scoring 23 points and collecting eight rebounds. KJ Bluford (Minneapolis, Minn.) also scored 20 points. Upcoming Game The Hawks return home this weekend to take on Northeastern Junior College Friday, February, 3. Tip off is set for 8:00 p.m. at the Cox Activities Center.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=488http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=488Press ReleasesDegrees and ProgramsFaculty and StaffHonorsNortheast's Ptacek-Wilkey has poem published in calendar NORFOLK, Neb. - A poem by Northeast Community College English Instructor Julie Ptacek-Wilkey has been published in the 2012 Nebraska Poets Calendar (Black Star Press.)Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:48:46 -0600  Ptacek-Wilkey is the featured poet in October. Her poem, "The Moon of the Falling Leaves," was paired with a pastel titled, “Santa Clara Sun,” by Nebraska artist Mary Belschner. Ptacek-Wilkey holds a bachelor of arts degree and master of arts in education degree from Wayne State College. She has been on the English faculty at Northeast since 1997.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=485http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=485Press ReleasesSpecial EventsNorfolkFaculty and StaffHonorsNortheast's Schulz is honored at South Dakota conference NORFOLK, Neb. - Northeast Community College Agriculture Instructor Bonnie Schulz has again been honored for her passion for agriculture. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:36:02 -0600               She received the 2012 Women in Blue Jeans Inspiration Award last weekend at the ninth annual Women in Blue Jeans Conference in Mitchell, S.D.   In fall 2010, she was presented the first annual Ag-Ceptional Woman Award at the Ag-Ceptional Women's Conference on the Northeast campus in Norfolk.   The Women in Blue Jeans Inspiration award was presented by Dar Engelmeyer of Alexandria, S.D., one of seven conference organizers.  Schulz has attended all but one of the nine Women in Blue Jeans Conferences.  She and fellow Agriculture Business Instructor Hilary Maricle presented a program, "Farming 101 for the Farm and Ranch Wife," at this year's conference.  In addition to being on the full-time faculty at Northeast since 2000, Schulz assists on the Schulz Family Farm operation and was one of the founders of the Ag-Ceptional Women's Conference at Northeast.  That event now draws about 300 women every November.  In making the presentation, Engelmeyer said, "Bonnie is a truly inspiring, phenomenal woman. It's great that a Nebraska woman of agriculture can inspire South Dakota women in blue jeans.  She is a huge supporter of the Women in Blue Jeans Conference and often brings students and friends with her.” "I was truly honored, and totally surprised, to be recognized with this award at the Women in Blue Jeans Conference," Schulz said.   "The ultimate compliment is finding out that you have inspired someone or others in a positive way."http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=484http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=484Press ReleasesPresidentBoard of GovernorsSpecial EventsNorfolkWest PointO'NeillSouth Sioux CityFaculty and StaffDr. Chipps to begin at Northeast on Monday, February 6 NORFOLK, Neb. – Dr. Michael Chipps, newly-hired president of Northeast Community College, recently informed Board of Governors members and college officials that his first day on campus will be Monday, February 6. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 03:14:36 -0600  Dr. Chipps was hired by the Northeast Board on January 6.    He is the former president and chief executive officer of Mid-Plains Community College in North Platte and McCook. He began his Mid-Plains presidency in 2003.   Before that, he served as chief executive officer of North Platte Community College’s two campuses. He also held several instructional, student affairs, and administrative positions for 23 years at Central Community College in Hastings and Grand Island.  “We look forward to welcoming Dr. Chipps to Northeast Community College,” said Steve Anderson, chairperson of the Board. “Although very capably being led by Steve Schram and Mary Honke in the interim, Northeast has been without a president since October 31st.” "The Board of Governors would like to thank Steve and Mary for their dedicated leadership in this interim,” Anderson said. “They have done a great job to continue the work and mission of the college. I suspect, however, that they are anxious to return to their normal responsibilities.” Dr. Chipps will replace Dr. Bill Path, who resigned on October 31st, to accept a position as president of the Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology.  http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=483http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=483Women's BasketballMount Marty clips Lady Hawks NORFOLK, Neb. - The Mount Marty JV needed overtime to defeat the Lady Hawks 73-71 Monday night at the Cox Activities Center.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:39:14 -0600With the loss, the Lady Hawks bring their record to 11-9. Game Action Northeast Community College women's basketball team and Mount Marty battled the entire game. The Lady Hawks took a five-point lead with just over six minutes to play in the first half. Mount Marty closed the gap and led 33-31 at the half. With just over 22 seconds to play, the Lady Hawks were down 64-61. Sasha Carter (Little Rock, Ark.) hit a lay-up with 18 seconds remaining. Mount Marty proceeded to hit one of two free throws when Andrea Johnson (Silver Springs, Md) went the length of the floor and scored a basket with .3 seconds remaining to force overtime. In overtime, Mount Marty outscored the Lady Hawks by two for the 73-71 victory. Carter, Akwar Abula (Ethiopia), Therese Lindquest (Sweden) all scored in double figures adding 23, 13 and 12 points, respectively. Carter also had a team high 11 rebounds. Johnson also recorded double-digit rebounds collecting 10. The Lady Hawks forced Mount Marty into 24 turnovers. Upcoming Game The Lady Hawks take on North Platte Community College on Friday, January, 27. Tip off is set for 5:30 p.m. in North Platte.  http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=482http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=482Men's BasketballHawks lose pair of games NORFOLK, Neb. - The Northeast Community College men's basketball team lost to Western Nebraska Community College and Eastern Wyoming Community College over the weekend.Sun, 22 Jan 2012 14:49:44 -0600Northeast brings its overall record to 6-11 and 0-3 in Region IX play.   Game 1 Northeast came out on fire in Friday's contest with Western Nebraska Community College (WNCC). The Hawks hit five of their first seven shots and took an early 19-13 lead. It was rough shooting for the Hawks the rest of the half as they could only score 13 more points. WNCC took a first half lead of 52-32. Northeast came out of the locker room and scored the first five points of the second half, cutting WNCC's lead to 15. The Hawks could not get closer as WNCC took the game 91-55. The Hawks were led by Cameron Adderley (Bahamas) who scored 23 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. Adderley’s performance gives him nine double-doubles on the year. KJ Bluford (Minneapolis, Minn) added 17 points. The Hawks shot 30 percent from the field. Game 2 It took nearly 35 minutes but the Hawks finally took the lead against Eastern Wyoming Community College (EWCC) 85-84. After a sluggish start and an eight-point half-time deficit, the Hawks turned up the defense and crawled back into the ball game. Northeast was called for a goal tending violation that put EWCC back on top by one with 1:41 remaining in the game. Cameron Adderley had a chance to tie the game when he missed a three-pointer as time expired. EWCC won 91-88. The Hawks were led by Adderley, who scored a game-high 32 points and chased down 11 rebounds. KJ Bluford and Kyle Rutledge (San Antonio, Texas)  scored 27 and 12 points, respectively. Northeast shot 85 percent from the free throw line. Upcoming Game Northeast takes on Central Community College on Wednesday, January, 25. Tip off is set for 7p.m. in Columbus, Nebraska.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=481http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=481Women's BasketballLady Hawks split home games NORFOLK, Neb. - The Northeast Community College women's basketball team beat Eastern Wyoming Community College and then lost to Western Nebraska Community College over the weekend at the Cox Activities Center.Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:18:38 -0600As a result of this weekend’s games, the Lady Hawks bring their overall record to 11-7. Game 1 Northeast and Western Nebraska Community College (WNCC) struggled offensively in the first half of Friday's contest. Both teams shot less than 30 percent from the field in the first half. Northeast went into the locker rooms down 23-17. Northeast nearly doubled its scoring output in the scored half when the Lady Hawks netted 31 points. WNCC missed a free throw with six seconds remaining in the game with the Lady Hawks down one. Sasha Carter (Little Rock, Ark.) grabbed the rebound and drove the length of the floor but could not manage to get a shot off. WNCC won by a final score of 49-48. The Lady Hawks were led by Carter who recorded 23 points and 12 rebounds. Akwar Abula (Ethiopia) also scored in double figures as she added 10. Erica Long (Omaha) netted 8 points. As a team, the Lady Hawks shot 77 percent from the free throw line. Game 2 Northeast came out with vengeance in its Saturday matchup with Eastern Wyoming Community College. The Lady Hawks hit 10 three-pointers enroute to a 78-46 victory. All eight of the Lady Hawks that entered the game scored. Northeast shot 80 percent from the free throw line and 43 percent from the field. The Lady Hawks balanced scoring attack was led by Carter as she scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.  Therese Linquest (Sweden) recorded her first career double-double as she scored 13 points and chased down 11 rebounds. Andrea Johnson (Silver Springs, Md) and  Long scored in double figures both adding 11. Sarah Pieper (Norfolk) and Lynae Richardson (Miami, Fla) both hit three and two three-pointers, respectively. Upcoming Game The Lady Hawks take on Mount Marty Monday, January, 23. Tip off is set for 6 p.m. at the Cox Activities Center.