Thursday, May 22, 2008

Graduation

The graduation ceremony last week was a great success. This was the first year the event has been held at Winthrop Coliseum and it went very smoothly. I am very proud of the College and the way we presented ourselves to the community. I appreciate all the hard work that was put into planning the event. Thanks to all who were involved!

The President’s Award for Students was presented to graduating students selected by the faculty in their divisions for outstanding contributions to the College and the community. Scholastic excellence, service to the College and the community, perseverance and demonstration of positive attitudes are key attributes of those nominated for this recognition. The winners included:

Joni C. Arrowood, Associate Degree in Public Service with a Major in Early Care and Child Education

Greg M. DeAngel, Associate Degree in Science

Michael W. McFadden, Associate Degree in Industrial Technology with a Major in Automotive Technology

Terry A. Mobley, Associate Degree in Business with a Major in Office Systems Technology

Brian C. Roberts, Associate Degree in Business with a Major in Management

Each year, faculty members from the academic divisions of the College are nominated by their peers to be considered as candidates for the President’s Award for Instructional Excellence. Faculty are evaluated for quality instruction, professional development, involvement with students, respect from students as well as fellow instructors and supervisors, and agreement with and support for the philosophy and goals of the College and achieving recognition for the College in the community and the State.

The nominees included:

Jane Fleischer, Program Coordinator for Nursing

Chuck Greene, Automotive Technology Instructor

Brian Hipp, Program Coordinator for Information Technology

Martha Macdonald, English Instructor

John McGill, Science Instructor

Dr. Martha Macdonald received the President’s Award for Instructional Excellence. Congratulations, Martha!

Thanks again to all who were involved in planning the graduation ceremony.