November 22, 2011
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Next Steps in the HLC Report Process
A number of people have inquired about the "next steps" in the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) process. While we will wait for our visiting team's written report before providing details, we'd like to share the next steps in the process, and the short-term actions that Hocking College will be asked to take.
The visiting team indicated to us that they would have a draft report in our hands prior to the December holidays. We will have the opportunity to "read for fact only" and provide a response to our team chair. We will then receive a final draft of the report from the Commission at which time we will be able to respond to whether we believe that the report provided a fair representation of our institution.
The team did not provide a conclusion or recommendation prior to leaving campus from their visit. They did however provide both a general overview and a list of issues for which they will be requesting short turn-around. They include: some final policy development, a Board of Trustee self-assessment, and evidence of a cycle placed upon college-wide planning and program review.
We will continue to communicate with the campus community as the report becomes finalized, and the ongoing steps we will take to address the report's findings.
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 "Memorial Voices" Essay Class Visits Washington D.C.
They invited three veterans to join the trip: Hocking students Nick Bucnis and Cody Cline, and Dana Delamater, an Air Force veteran now employed with the Veterans' Administration. Dana offered the group a short history of the recently completed Women's Memorial at Arlington Cemetery. Highlights of the trip included several museums, the Vietnam and Korean War Memorials and a visit to Arlington National cemetery to witness the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
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 Holiday Art Sale
The Holiday Art Sale will also be held at John Light Dining Hall on November 29 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and November 30 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Nursing Alum Hired for New Position
Hocking  College alumnus Paula Morrow has been hired at AlternaCare Home Health Services in Lancaster.
Paula has 25 years experience in long-term care and specializes in dementia care. She received her special training and earned her Licensed Practical Nurse training and Registered Nurse training through Hocking.
In 2007, Paula earned a Personal Excellence Award in Long-term Care from the Ohio Health Care Association. She has also recently worked with a local long-term care facility to receive an accreditation with the Alzheimer's Association of America and devotes time to speak about Alzheimer's and dementia to local organizations.
Paula is just another example of the successful and wonderful graduates Hocking College produces. Congrats to Paula on her new position!
To read a full article about Paula Morrow, please visit the Lancaster Eagle Gazette.
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 Kappa Beta Delta Poinsettia Sale
The Hocking College chapter of Kappa Beta Delta International Honor Society is once again selling poinsettias for the holiday season. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the society's holiday service projects. Last year, Kappa Beta Delta donated $400 to the Logan Rotary for the Rotarian's bicycle project. They also purchased 80 throws for distribution through The Gathering Place, Good Works and My Sisters Place and decorated Kimberly Meadows, a nearby senior apartment complex, for the holiday season.
The following sizes and colors are available:
6-1/2" = $8
8" = $13
10" = $18
Four colors:
Red
White
Pink
Burgundy (6 ½" and 8" only)
Orders must be submitted to Barbara Sunderlin in JL349 by Monday, November 28 at 2 p.m. Checks should be maid payable to Kappa Beta Delta. See the attached order form for details.
Poinsettias will be available for pick-up at the warehouse, located next to the Bookstore, from 12 - 2 p.m. on Friday, December 2. Contact Barbara Sunderlin with any questions at 740.753.7157 / 740.503.9222.
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New Dining Options
 The Convenience Store, more commonly known as the C-Store, on the second floor of John Light Hall, is offering new options for students, faculty and staff.
On Tuesdays and Thursdays, the C-Store will offer pizza by the slice. The slice is equal to a quarter of a pizza and costs $2.50. Eight-inch hot subs will be offered on Wednesdays for $5, and include a bag of chips.
The store not only offers convenience store items, but it also has healthy options, such as grab and go salads, cold subs, Lunchables, frozen entrees, vegetarian options, juices, bottled water, milk and a variety of sandwiches.
The C-Store will also have a student raffle of two $50 gift cards to GameStop, donated by Pepsi Company of Athens. They will be raffled off by the C-Store on Tuesday, November 22.
For more information, visit the Dining Services web page for hours of operation and menus. |
Winter Q uarter 2012 Important Dates
As fall quarter comes to a close, it is time for students to start thinking about winter quarter registration. Please encourage all of your students to register before they leave for Holiday Break. Remind students that due to the new Registration Policy, they must be registered by the first Friday of the quarter, January 6.
The Concourse in John Light Hall will be open normal business hours over the Holiday Break, except for December 26 and January 2.
Advising and Registration dates:
Winter Quarter Priority Registration Begins - November 21
Winter Quarter Open Registration Begins - November 28
Winter Payment Plan Due Dates:
Register by November 30 - $30 due
Register from December 1 - 31 - $30 plus 1/3 of charges due
Register from January 1 - 31 - $30 plus 2/3 of charges due
Register February 1 or later - Full amount is due
New Student Scheduling and Registration (NSSR)
The winter quarter NSSR session is December 1. Registration begins at 2:30. New winter quarter students can visit http://www.hocking.edu/nssr or call 740.753.7050 to make a reservation.
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Mission
Hocking College provides a unique, innovative, and quality education in a supportive experience- based learning environment, preparing students for employment and transfer education opportunities, while teaching the value of lifelong learning, promoting diversity and developing citizens who are engaged in their local and global communities.
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Admissions Team Sends Thanks for Help in Recruiting Efforts
The entire admissions team sends their thanks and appreciation to the Hocking College community for their help and support this month. In November, we welcomed more than 600 prospective students and their families to the Hocking College campus through Discover Hocking and Hocking Showcase events. Faculty, dining services, grounds and maintenance and a multitude of other staff members provided ongoing assistance to make the campus an inviting place to welcome new students. It takes the work of every one of us to make these visitation days successful!
Our next event will be New Student Scheduling and Registration on December 1.
Your help in the recruiting effort this fall is appreciated!
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