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Looking for holiday events at JJC?
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Sustainability Initiatives at JJC |
The next meeting of the Sustainability Initiatives Committee is today, Nov. 5, at 3:30 p.m. in the Board Room. |
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This rendering shows Phase One of the master plan, which includes the construction of the new campus center, which is expected to be completed in January 2009. The voter-approved referendum supports the construction of a new Nursing and Allied Health building, Culinary Arts and Hospitality facility, Automotive Service Technology expansion, and expansion of science labs.
Voters in JJC's seven-county district passed the college's $89 million bond referendum.
Connected to the college's master plan, the referendum supports the construction of a new Nursing and Allied Health building, Culinary Arts and Hospitality facility, Automotive Service Technology expansion, and expansion of science labs. The referendum is estimated to cost the homeowner of a $200,000 home $15 per year.
"We are excited that the voters of District 525 have supported this building bond referendum," said Board of Trustees chairman Robert Wunderlich. "Because of the master plan, Joliet Junior College will continue to be an engine for educational and economic vitality in the district."
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October Food Drive Collects Nearly 1,400 Food Items
Culinary Arts students Jason J. Trgovich and Mark Branson, along with JJC employees Jennifer Reardanz, living and learning community adviser for Centennial Commons, Chef Kyle Richardson, and Chef Fred Ferrara pose next to the food they helped collect for Daybreak Shelter in Joliet.
The Epicurean and Competitive Cooking Clubs, the
JJC Honors Program and Phi Theta Kappa
sponsored a food drive in October that collected a total of 1,394 non-perishable food items to donate to Daybreak Shelter in Joliet.
The food was collected in support of Childhood Hunger Day on Oct. 16, as designated by the American Culinary Federation's The Chef and Child Foundation.
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Students to Host Community Fundraiser for Seniors Nov. 7
Members of the community dance to the sounds of the Jay Mau Orchestra at the spring 2008 Old Time Social in the cafeteria on the Main Campus.
Enjoy live music and free ice cream at this year's '40s and '50s themed Old Time Social fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. on the Main Campus.
The fundraiser, which will feature live music from the Jay Mau Orchestra, is a joint effort between the student group JJC Senior Medication Project and Senior Services of Will County to raise money and awareness regarding seniors and their ability to afford their medications.
This event will be held in the J-Building cafeteria. Donations will be accepted and all proceeds will benefit seniors through Senior Services of Will County.
For more information, contact Darren Newenhouse at (708) 337-2034 or e-mail jjcvolunteerclub@gmail.com.
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English Instructor Publishes First Book this Fall
Adjunct faculty member Sharon Cronk-Raby published a self-help guide based on her journal entries
 Life's distractions are everywhere. This premise is the foundation for Sharon Cronk-Raby's first book, a self-help guide called "Distraction Destruction."
As a wife, mother and teacher, life has been full of opportunities for Cronk-Raby--currently an adjunct instructor in the JJC English and World Languages Department--but it has also been full of distractions.
 "The trick is finding out what needs to be a part of your day and what is a distraction to your day," Cronk-Raby, who lives in Plainfield, said. "It is in this way that life can be happier and fuller and the unnecessary distractions are kept at bay."
Cronk-Raby outlines how the distractions, if not managed, can become what they should not: destructions. As she was turning 40, Cronk-Raby noticed many important people in her life--all with diverse life situations--suffering from difficult times.
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Native American Heritage Events at JJC this Month
 The JJC Native American Club and the Office of Students Activities will sponsor events in November in honor of Native American Heritage Month. The schedule of events is as follows:
Today, Nov. 5, from 7 to 9 p.m.: Fall Feast with Al Jewer (flute player) and Larry Lockwood (traditional singer/drummer/storyteller). An evening of free food and entertainment. On the Main Campus Bridge.
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 4 to 6 p.m.: Beading workshop with Phyllis Bearskin (learn how to bead Native American style) Participants will make a beaded pouch, materials supplied but space is limited so please contact Fred Harris for reservations. On the Main Campus Bridge.
Thursday, Nov. 20, noon to 2 p.m.: Lunch and Learn with Larry Lockwood (drumming and storytelling). In J-0006.
Monday, Nov. 24, noon to 2 p.m.: Lunch and Learn with Sapphira Scott (Navajo jewelry-making). On the Main Campus Bridge.
For more information, contact Fred Harris at ext. 2566 or e-mail fharris@jjc.edu.
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Veterans Day Event Nov. 10
The JJC Student Government will host a Veterans Day celebration on Monday, Nov. 10, at 1 p.m. on the Main Campus Bridge.
The event will feature music, food and drinks, and remarks by Dr. Proulx.
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Local Farmer To Speak at Success Story Event Nov. 13
 Alumni Richard Smerz will be the featured speaker at the final Success Story Series of the fall semester on Thursday, Nov. 13, on the Main Campus in the T-Building Conference Center.
Smerz, a local farmer, earned an associate degree from JJC graduating with honors in 2000 at the age of 69.
Born in Oak Park and raised on the south side of Chicago, Smerz entered a carpenter apprentice program after
high school. Soon after in 1950, he entered the United States Navy which took him overseas until 1953.
Upon his return, Smerz worked in the construction and carpentry industries for 50 years before he earned his degree from JJC.
The Success Story Series is a sequence of presentations designed to introduce students to personal success stories of JJC alumni who are leaders in the community and/or their field.
These presentations are held at noon on the college's Main Campus. Complimentary lunch is served.
This series is sponsored by the JJC Alumni Association, Career and Technical Education, Career Services, Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Project Achieve, StAR and Workforce Development.
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Ag, Hort and Vet Tech Career Days Nov. 12 and 15
The Agriculture, Horticulture and Veterinary Medical Technology Department will hold a Career Day on Wednesday, Nov. 12, and Saturday, Nov. 15, for high school students in the A-Building on the Main Campus.
The event will offer information sessions including demonstrations in floral design, arboriculture, landscape design, turf management, small animal care, and more. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with advisers for each program.
A tour will also be given of the new Weitendorf Agricultural Education Center.
For more information, contact Lynda Scerine at ext. 2320 or e-mail lscerine@jjc.edu.
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Pre-Prohibition Brewery Architecture Talk Nov. 18
ISU professor to give illustrated lecture on the historic architecture of midwestern breweries
Dr. Susan Appel, professor of art history at Illinois State University, will present an illustrated lecture called "Digging into Breweries: Uncovering the Architecture of an Industry" on the Main Campus, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7 p.m. in room K-0009.
Dr. Appel is a specialist in the subject of the architectural development of pre-Prohibition breweries in the Midwest. She has presented numerous scholarly papers and published widely on various aspects of this topic.
The preservation of historic architecture is another of her interests and she has been actively engaged in that field on local, state, and regional levels.
Read more about the lecture
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Annual Epicurean Festival of Food and Wine Nov. 21
The Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Department is holding their 8th Annual Epicurean Festival of Food and Wine on Friday, Nov. 21, from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Main Campus cafeteria.
There will be different stations to sample both exquisite food and fine wine. A silent auction will be held with great items to bid on, along with the highlight of the evening - a live auction. Bid on a dinner for yourself and friends with a private chef or a wine tasting evening.
Ticket price is $60 per person. Tickets are available by calling Dori Miller at (815) 280-2255.
All proceeds from the event and auctions will go towards the Culinary Arts Education Fund.
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Fifth Annual Bridal Expo and Fashion Show Nov. 23
Show to be held at the Renaissance Center
The Renaissance Center team is partnering with JJC hospitality and culinary arts students for the 5th Annual Bridal Expo and Fashion Show on Nov. 23.
The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. As part of the students' learning experience, they will job shadow Susan Stockwell, Renaissance Center event planner, to learn how to coordinate, setup and design the show.
The Renaissance Center will present the show in conjunction with White Carriage Bridal Shop, Kosack's, Black Tie & Formal Wear, Mario Tricoci Hair Salon and Hyper Entertainment.
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Horticulture Students Attend Industry Expo in Kentucky
Four JJC horticulture students attended the Green Industry Expo in Louisville, Ky. in October. From left to right are Scott Getz, Renee Nikonchuk, Nicole Munroe and Dan McDonald.
Four JJC horticulture students attended the Green Industry Expo in Louisville, Ky. in October, a premier trade show and networking event for landscape contractors.
Scott Getz, Renee Nikonchuk, Nicole Munroe and Dan McDonald attended seminars, a trade show with over 650 exhibitors, and were able to test drive new industry equipment.
The four students also participated in an employer roundtable discussion, where they talked with over 40 companies offering employment and internship opportunities.
For more information, contact Lisa Perkins at ext. 2387 or e-mail lperkins@jjc.edu.
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Holiday Pastries Available for Order Through Nov. 14
The JJC Food Service/Culinary Arts Holiday Pastry Shop will offer an assortment of pastries available to order through Nov. 14.
Pastries offered are:
Fruitcake (two lbs) for $11
Christmas stollen (two lbs) for $11
Apple strudel (three lbs) for $8
Cherry strudel (three lbs) for $8
Christmas cookies (one lbs) for $7
Orders must be submitted to the JJC Cafeteria and paid in full by Friday, Nov. 14.
Order forms were sent to the campus community via e-mail on Oct. 21. If you need an order form, contact Nancy Sleboda in Food Service at ext. 2832 or e-mail nsleboda@jjc.edu.
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Faculty, Staff Awards and Recognition
 * Congratulations to Joan Tierney, senior executive assistant to the president, who was elected the central region representative for the Association of Community College Trustees' (ACCT) board professional staff. ACCT is a non-profit educational organization of governing boards, representing more than 6,500 elected and appointed trustees who govern over 1,200 community, technical, and junior colleges in the U.S.
* Congratulations to Barbara Biles, child development instructor. The Child Development Career Program was recognized for achieving the status of an Entitled Institution for the Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Infant/Toddler Credentials at the annual conference of the Illinois Association for the Education of Young Children (AEYC).
* Amy Grandchamp, former student of Jan Walters, vet tech professor, gave a presentation to 25 members of the Horse Promoters Club of Orland Park on Equine laminitis on Oct. 18. Grandchamp, of Yorkville, highlighted her talk with a case presentation about a horse with laminitis she helped to treat during her JJC Vet Tech summer externship at Fox Valley Equine Practice.
Want to send recognition information about a JJC faculty or staff member? E-mail communications@jjc.edu.
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