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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.Sat, 25 May 2013 04:42:43 -0500Northeast.edu RSS Feed Generatorhttp://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=810http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=810Press ReleasesPresidentNorfolkWest PointO'NeillSouth Sioux CityFaculty and StaffNortheast Administrators Participate in Washington Fly-InWASHINGTON, D.C. – Two members of the Northeast Community College administration team were part of an eight-member delegation of Norfolk community and business leaders who were in Washington D.C. this week.Fri, 24 May 2013 04:21:57 -0500  The Norfolk delegation, which included Northeast Community College President Dr. Michael Chipps and Associate Vice President of Development and External Affairs Dr. Tracy Kruse, joined several others from across the state who met with members of Congress, departmental leaders and representatives, and others. The event was hosted by the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Workforce and housing shortages and natural gas supply shortages in the Norfolk area were among the items that were discussed. “Northeast is committed to working with city officials and other business and community leaders to address these critical workforce and economic development needs,” said Dr. Chipps. “Programs like the Chamber’s Grow Norfolk initiative and the College’s Center for Enterprise are designed to recruit and retain a talented workforce and promote an atmosphere of entrepreneurship and business growth.” The Norfolk delegation had meetings with representatives of the United States Department of Labor ‘s Employment and Training Administration, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development, and the United States Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration. In addition, they also took part in issues briefings at the National Association of Manufacturers and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce with other members of the statewide Chamber delegation.                                                                                                                    Dr. Chipps said they were particularly interested in finding local, regional and federal partners to help further develop these innovative practices. “Norfolk is doing many exciting things and could really serve as a model that other rural communities could replicate in the future.” The group also participated in the weekly Nebraska Breakfast at the U.S. Capitol and the Nebraska Chamber’s Annual Congressional Luncheon. Both events allow the visitors to have opportunities to meet with all five members of Nebraska’s Congressional delegation. The Nebraskans spent the remainder of their time in the nation’s capital visiting each office of Nebraska’s two U.S. senators and three congressmen to discuss issues specific to Norfolk and Nebraska.  “We are so fortunate to have five members of Congress who really understand and support the work that we do here in Nebraska,” stated Dr. Chipps. “They were really attentive to our discussions and are interested in working together to create a better future for all Nebraskans.”http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=809http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=809Press ReleasesDegrees and ProgramsSpecial EventsStudents and AlumniNorfolkHonorsRoll Takes Second at Diesel Technology ChallengeNortheast Community College Diesel Technology student Jeremy Roll, Springfield. Fri, 24 May 2013 04:15:37 -0500Roll finished second in the individual competition at the recent Nebraska Diesel Technology Challenge. Northeast's four-member team claimed the first place team trophy. http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=808http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=808Press ReleasesDegrees and ProgramsSpecial EventsStudents and AlumniNorfolkFaculty and StaffHonorsNortheast Students Take First at Diesel Technology ChallengeNORFOLK – A team of Northeast Community College Diesel Technology program students and one of its members took top honors at the 2013 Nebraska Diesel Technology Challenge. The event took place recently at Central Community College in Hastings.Fri, 24 May 2013 04:05:48 -0500  The four-member team won first place in the competition that featured other Diesel Technology teams from Central Community College – Hastings, Metropolitan Community College - Omaha and Southeast Community College -Milford . Northeast received a traveling first place trophy. Individually, Northeast Community College’s Kevin Weeder, Lindsay, won first place. He will receive $300 in mechanics tools from the company of his choice. Jeremy Roll, Springfield, served as an alternate and took second place individually. He earned $200 worth of tools from the company of his choice. Other members of the Northeast team included Aaron Everhart, Blair, and Matt Veteck, Silver Creek. According to Northeast Community College Diesel Technology Instructor Doug McKibbon, each student had 20 minutes to complete each station in the contest. The students were tested in several diesel technology equipment areas including: shop skills, brakes, electronic engines, mechanical engines, air conditioning, electrical, hydraulics, multi-meters, Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections, wheel ends, precision measurement and tire failure analysis. McKibbon and Northeast Diesel Technology Instructor Tony Milenkovich joined other college instructors and industry representatives in serving as judges in the competition. The Diesel Technology Challenge is held in conjunction with the annual Nebraska Skills USA where secondary and post-secondary students from across the state competed in several vocational and leadership contests.                                                                                     PHOTO CUTLINE Members of the Northeast Community College Diesel Technology team competed in the recent 2013 Nebraska Diesel Technology Challenge in Hastings. Pictured (from left), are Aaron Everhart, Blair, Matt Vetick, Silver Creek, and Kevin Weeder, Lindsay. http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=807http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=807Press ReleasesStudents and AlumniNorfolkFaculty and StaffNortheast Seeks to Link Students with Local FamiliesNORFOLK – Some students who attend Northeast Community College come from homes that are hundreds and sometimes thousands of miles away. It is easy to see that many of them can feel lonely or homesick without having a close support system nearby. But the College is working to connect those students with community members who have an interest in helping students succeed in college and share some time together outside of the classroom. Fri, 24 May 2013 04:03:24 -0500  “Our ‘Community Connections: Linking Students to Families’ program is designed to help our students adjust when they are away from home,” said Jonathan Langlois, student development coordinator at Northeast. “This is not a program where students come live with a family, but it instead gives students an opportunity to participate in family activities with their assigned host families.” Langlois said they ask students and their host families to make a commitment to get together at least once a semester. He said that could include activities such as attending a Hawks basketball or volleyball game, a movie night at the host’s home, Sunday dinner or an outing to a local activity. There will be invitations to get together with other host families and students at programs for food and fun. It allows students to share different cultures they have experienced living in other parts of the country and world,” Langlois said. “The success of this program depends entirely on what the students and families put into it.” Both students and host families complete questionnaires and then are matched based on their common interests. Anyone who is interested in being a host family for this program should send an email to <a href="mailto:communityconnections@northeast.edu">communityconnections@northeast.edu</a> or call Langlois at (402) 844-7152.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=806http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=806Press ReleasesSpecial EventsSouth Sioux CitySummer Concert Series at Northeast in South Sioux CitySOUTH SIOUX CITY – Northeast Community College Extended Campus - South Sioux City will be the setting for an outdoor summer concert series.Fri, 24 May 2013 03:52:03 -0500  “Summer Concerts on the Patio” will be held Tuesday evenings June 11, July 9 and August 13 on the west side of the College Center at 1001 College Way in South Sioux City. The New Horizons Band will perform at 7 p.m. on each of those evenings. The public is welcome to bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy. Admission is free.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=805http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=805Press ReleasesNorfolkWest PointO'NeillSouth Sioux CityAnnouncementsNortheast Community College to Close for Memorial DayNORFOLK - In observance of Memorial Day, Northeast Community College offices in Norfolk, and its extended campuses in O’Neill, South Sioux City and West Point will be closed on Monday, May 27.Tue, 21 May 2013 11:40:53 -0500  College offices will re-open Tuesday, May 28, at 8 a.m. Registration continues for summer and fall classes at Northeast Community College. First summer session begins Monday, June 3, and the second session begins Monday, July 8.  Fall semester classes begin Monday, August 19.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=804http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=804Press ReleasesDegrees and ProgramsBoard of GovernorsSpecial EventsStudents and AlumniNorfolkWest PointO'NeillSouth Sioux CityFaculty and StaffHonorsGraduationCareer ServicesAdult Education Recognition Night held at Northeast Community CollegeNORFOLK – 29 students out of 100 graduates were honored at Northeast Community College in Norfolk Monday during the 37th Annual Adult Education Recognition Night. The students were honored for completing the requirements to receive a Nebraska high school diploma through the GED ® (General Educational Development) tests administered by Northeast’s Adult Education (AE) Program. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:29:08 -0500  The Program included a welcome by Northeast Vice President of Educational Services John Blaylock. Nancy Schultz, director of adult education at Northeast, recognized the group and presented the Class of 2013.   The Adult Education Program honorees make up the third largest high school graduating class in Northeast’s 20-county service area.   Wayne Erickson, dean of institutional advancement, announced the recipients of the Northeast Adult Education Deans’ Scholarships. This scholarship is a $500, one-time award that the Adult Education Department grants to students who plan to attend Northeast Community College on a full-time basis after completing the Northeast Adult Education program requirements and earning his /her state of Nebraska high school diploma. Deans’ Scholarship winners were Kelly Rowley, Bloomfield, Lewis Keller, Madison, Kyle Klug, Meadow Grove, Jennifer Holloway, Yolanda Mendez, Joshua Sojka, and Timothy Stockton, all of Norfolk. Two individuals were given special recognition for their contributions to the success of the Adult Education program. Tierra Hodges was honored as Instructor of the Year. She is the lead instructor at Northeast’s site in South Sioux City at the South Sioux City Public Library. Jackie Wozniak, Norfolk, was recognized as Volunteer of the Year.   Northeast executive Vice President Mary Honke was the commencement speaker. In her address, she told the graduates that achieving their high school diploma is one of the keys that will open doors in their futures. “By 2018, it is projected that 2/3 of the jobs will require at least some college, and many of those jobs require an associate’s degree that can be earned at Northeast. Unfortunately, current statistics show that nationwide only 18-percent of those individuals who complete their GED® enroll in college and fewer still continue and eventually earn a college degree.”  “I hope that each of you will be one of those individuals who choose to continue your education so you will have more opportunities open to you in the future,” Honke said. “I encourage you to follow the slogan that represents Northeast Community College – Success Starts Here - and visit with the faculty, advisors and other support staff at Northeast who will continue to help you be successful.”  The honorees, listed first by hometown, included: Bloomfield - Kelly Rowley Ewing - Caleb Schilousky Norfolk - Jessica Acosta, Caleb Belina, Eduardo Calderon, Sheanne Chapman, Paul Eisenbraun, Martin Fowler, Kendsey Hoadley, Seth Kimble, Ericka Martinez, Yolanda Mendez, Brittanie Moffre, Philip Randall, Raquel Sanchez, Joshua Sojka, Timothy Stockton, Daniel Stone Macy - William Winchell Madison - Alejandra Chandia, Lewis Keller, Ben Ramirez Meadow Grove – Kyle Klug Neligh - Tyler Murray Ponca - Trevor Watchorn  Stanton - Ellen Hein For more information about Northeast’s Adult Education program, contact Schultz at (402) 844-7255.                                                                       PHOTO CUTLINEYolanda Mendez, Norfolk, is congratulated by Northeast Community College Board of Governors member John Davies, Pilger, during the 37th Annual Adult Education Recognition Night recently. The 100 students eligible to participate in the recognition night make up the third largest high school graduating class in Northeast’s 20-county service area. After receiving her Nebraska high school diploma through the GED ® (General Educational Development) tests administered by Northeast’s Adult Education (AE) Program, Mendez will continue her education at Northeast. http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=803http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=803Press ReleasesDegrees and ProgramsStudents and AlumniNorfolkFaculty and StaffNortheast PTA Students Collect Shoes for Homeless KidsNORFOLK – Some Northeast Community College students have a better understanding of the phrase “Walk a mile in my shoes.”Thu, 16 May 2013 11:25:08 -0500  Students in Andrea Suhr’s Physical Therapy Assistant class participated in a service learning project with other college students across the state called “Shoes 4 Kids.” The Nebraska Student Special Interest Group coordinated the statewide effort. “The Family Promise Foundation was founded by a physical therapy assistant and distributes free pairs of new athletic shoes to low-income kids in the inner city,” Suhr said. Suhr and her students collected new children’s athletic shoes during the drive. They also asked others to contribute with additional new shoes. 69 pairs of shoes and $165 were collected. This year, representatives of “Shoes 4 Kids” will be visiting various shelters in the Salt Lake City, UT, area during the American Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, June 26-29. A Family Promise Foundation (FPF) spokesman said “While it may not be able to provide a child a home or provide financial support to their family while in Salt Lake City, perhaps a new pair of shoes for the summer might provide them and their family a little hope when hope sometimes is short in supply.” The FPF reports families with children constitute the fastest growing segment of the homeless population nationally and locally.                                                                                    PHOTO CUTLINE Students in the Physical Therapy Assistant program at Northeast Community College pose with the numerous pairs of shoes they have collected for a campaign to help homeless children. The shoes will be distributed during the American Physical Therapy Association National Conference in Salt Lake City, UT, next month.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=801http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=801Press ReleasesNorfolkFaculty and StaffWomen's VolleyballWest Holt Student to Play Volleyball at Northeast Community CollegeNORFOLK – A student from West Holt High School in Atkinson will be playing volleyball this fall for Northeast Community College.Thu, 16 May 2013 11:19:55 -0500  Northeast Coach Amanda Schultze said Shelby Weber will join the team in its inaugural season. Northeast reinstated volleyball about a decade after it was discontinued. Weber, the daughter of Bob and Nancy Weber, had 184 kills, 102 blocks and 39 digs for the Huskies during the 2012 season. Her team, coached by Karla Slaymaker, earned several honors last season including: NENAC Tournament Champions for the second straight year; NENAC regular season champion; first place in the Plainview Tournament; and second place in the Creighton Tournament. Several other high school volleyball players from across Nebraska have signed to play for Northeast during the 2013-14 season.http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=800http://www.northeast.edu/News/Article.aspx?id=800Press ReleasesSpecial EventsNorfolkNortheast Community College to Host NEN All-Star Volleyball ClassicNORFOLK – The roster has been announced for the 2013 Northeast Nebraska All-Star Volleyball Classic. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:18:02 -0500  The 16th annual event will be held Saturday, June 8 at 4 p.m. at the Cox Activities Center at Northeast Community College in Norfolk. Members of the Dark Team include: Lindsey Appleby, O'Neill; Michaela Dendinger, Hartington; Anna Grovijohn, Howells-Dodge; K.C. Heimann, Howells-Dodge; Emily Knobbe, Guardian Angels Central Catholic; Amy Miller, Norfolk Catholic; Abby Ortmeier, Guardian Angels Central Catholic of West Point; Haley Roelle, Humphrey; Sydney Rose, Wakefield; Emily Schrempp, Hartington Cedar Catholic; Brittany Sullivan, Allen; and Mandi Uecker, Lutheran High Northeast. Head Coach is Sarah Edwards of Howells-Dodge. Assistant Coach is Nicole Renshaw of O'Neill St. Mary's. Members of the Light Team include: Bridget Arens, Crofton; Michaela Barry, Norfolk Catholic; Katelyn Dickes, Hartington Cedar Catholic; Alyssa Frauendorfer, Humphrey; Carissa Gutz, Osmond; Bre Hagedorn, Norfolk, Krystina Koepke, Pierce; Alexis Steffen, Hartington Cedar Catholic; Nazya Thies, Winside; Kiley Thompson, Laurel Concord - Coleridge; Rachel Weiser, Norfolk Catholic; and Rachel Wiedenfeld, Pierce. Head Coach is Patti Cunningham of Laurel-Concord. Assistant Coach is Susie Johnson of Crofton. Sullivan of Allen, and Thies of Winside are among the players in the All-Star Game who have signed to play volleyball at Northeast Community College this fall. The College has reinstated its volleyball program, with Amanda Schultze as head coach.