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May 2012

Student Centered
Information for Students, Parents and Prospective Students 

Spring Fling
 

Spring Fling will be on the evening of May 3, 2012 and includes food, games, outdoor activities and a dance starting at 9 p.m. There will be archery, shooting, unicycling, big chess, cotton candy and popcorn.

Included is "The Bachelor / Bachelorette" Games where you can meet a date and "Know your partner." Couples are tested on their knowledge of each other. Win a free gift card to go to dinner and have a little spring fun in the process.  If you would like to participate, contact Lydia at [email protected] 

Graduation

Graduation will be on Sunday June 10, 2012 at the Student Center. Graduates from Natural
Resources and the School of Health and Nursing will be at 10:30 a.m. All other programs will graduate at 2:30 p.m. For more information check the Hocking College Commencement Web Page.
STARS Awards

STARS (Student Team and Academic Recognition System) will be held on May 30, 2012, at 7 p.m. in the Student Center Multiplex.

We are now accepting nominations in following areas:
Green Award
This award will be given in recognition of outstanding efforts in the area of sustainable, renewable and environmental issues and the education thereof.

"We Are One Hocking" Award
This award will be presented in recognition of outstanding efforts in the area of cross-cultural education and or community unification.

Most Outstanding Impact on Campus and Community
This award will be presented to recognize a project which made an outstanding impact on campus and or community during the previous quarter.
Graduation Awards

One-Hocking Graduation Award
Presented to one graduating American and one graduating International student who through their actions and involvement has made a significant impact on cross-cultural understanding at Hocking College.

Richard Elston Award
In memory of Richard Elston, a former Hocking College Student Senate president. This award recognizes a graduating student whose outstanding leadership has positively impacted the Hocking College Community.

Student Life Award
This award is presented to any graduating student who has exemplified dedication and commitment to improving the quality of student life for all members of the Hocking College campus community.
 
Please send nominations to Giles Lee.  Please include the name of the person or group that you are nominating, a description of the project and when this took place. State the award that you would like to see received.  Feel free to include photos video, thank you letters or other materials.
Smart Start 2012
Would you like to come back on Smart Start as a Peer Mentor? Enjoy all the fun of Smart Start with some additional leadership experiences.

See Giles for details before you register for Autumn Semester.
President's List
If you have a GPA of 3.5 or more and greater than 30 hours of Hocking College Credit, you are encouraged to apply for President's List. Stop by JL 154 and pick up a packet. Applications are due by May 8 at 5 p.m.
Things to Try While You are at Hocking...
  • Is there an instructor / staff member at Hocking College who has made a real difference in your life? Let this person know. A thank you card with details on what made a difference and why would mean the world to that person.
  • Has a parent, spouse or friend supported your college journey? Let this person know how much you appreciate them...
  • Has Hocking College made a difference in your life? Keep in touch.  Details about becoming alumni and giving back will follow at Graduation rehearsals.
Diversity Week
Monday, May 7

1 - 3 p.m. - ESL Presentation in Oakley 208

 

7:30 p.m. -  Diversity Games in Student Center Conf Rm C

 

Wednesday, May 9
7 p.m. - Movie: Goodbye Solo in Student Center

Thursday, May 10
7:30 - 10 p.m. - Diversity Dance / DJ Battle in the Student Center Multiplex
About Us

If you would like to get involved in Student Centered or for more information about anything in Student Centered please contact:

Giles Lee 

Prime Minister of Student Activities
Hocking College Student Center
3301 Hocking Parkway
Nelsonville, OH 45701

740.753.6539 

[email protected]

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.

Clubs & Organizations
Student Services
Local Attractions
Resources
Red Cross
The Learning Connection
TRIO logo revised
If you are the 'First in Your Family' to go to college, receive the Pell grant and are interested in transferring to a four-year college, you may be eligible to participate in the Student Success Program. Stop by John Light 253 to see if we can help YOU succeed, or visit the The Learning Connection page on the website.
Build a resume! Help your community and feel good about your accomplishments with some volunteer work. Contact Suzanne Corner-Brooks at 740.753.7111, JL249K 
Upcoming Events
*Located In Student Center unless otherwise stated
 
Spring Fling
May 3
 
Hocking College Film Festival
May 12, JL 195
 
Nelsonville Music Festival/
Parents' Weekend
May 18 - 20
 
Final Fridays
May 25, Nelsonville Square
 
Memorial Day (No Classes)
May 28
 
STARS Ceremony
May 30
 
Last Day of Classes
June 8
 
Commencement
June 10
 
AccessIf you require special  accommodations to participate in any campus event, please call 740.753.7107.
Church Service
Starting May 20, 2012 in Conf Rm B Student Center:
  • Church Service on Sunday at 6 p.m.
  • Food, live music, worship
  • Sponsored by Ebenezer Baptist Church.