January 19, 2010  
Video Spotlight


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State Board Action
For the latest State Board Briefs, including a synopsis of Board Meetings, click here. For a complete directory of Board Policies click here.
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Upcoming Events 
Jan. 19  Basketball vs. Snead, Women at 5:30p, Men at 7:30p
 
Jan. 19 Retirement Celebration, 2-4 p.m.
 
Jan. 23-24  Cullman County Basketball Tournament
 
Jan. 23  Ms. Senior Cullman County Pageant

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Year of the Arts Events 
Feb. 4  Glenn Miller Orchestra, 7 p.m.
 
Feb. 5  Dinner and Dancing with Glenn Miller Orchestra, 7 p.m.
 
Feb. 12-19 "Starry, Starry Night" Arts Exhibition
 
Feb. 14  Afternoon Arts Reception
 
January Birthdays 
2    Jamie Bailey
4    Bobby Britton
5    Donna Speeker
6    Joyce Cordes
7    Jennifer Dunkle
8    Tina Hulse
12  Susan Beck
12  Jonathan Minyard
12  Jeremy Smith
12  Bruce Tenison
16  Mary Dean Lamar
17  Kathy Coy
17  Mandi Perkins
18  Alyce Flanigan
20  Ken Crow
20  Susan Smith 
New Employees 
Brenda Johnson, Career Coach

Lisa German, Dean of Health Sciences
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News and Notes
Message from the WSCC Awards Committee - Extraordinary Employees 

 Wallace State students are promised "a life less ordinary."  This promise is backed by employees who  strive together to achieve greater results, promote positive reinforcement, break down barriers, discover the perfect solution, serve the community, and educate one another. More often, however, a less ordinary life for students-and campus employees-is brought about by those simple acts of kindness shown on a daily basis both on campus and in the community.  These acts are the ones that often make a quiet but indelible impact on the lives of our students and fellow coworkers. Moreover, these acts have the power to inspire others to seize the opportunity to help or serve others, improving everyday life. Starting in February 2010, the WSCC Awards Committee would like you to join us in recognizing those special acts of kindness or those services performed above and beyond the ordinary.  We invite you to simply click on the "Extraordinary Employee" link and submit names and brief descriptions of those employees who are seen making a difference on campus or in the community with everyday acts of kindness.  These employees will be recognized in the Wallace State Employee Newsletter and receive a token of appreciation.  Thanks for joining us in recognizing Wallace State Employees caught doing extraordinary deeds and truly making life on campus a little less ordinary for all!
 
Glenn Miller Orchestra Kicks Off Year of the Arts with Performances Feb. 4-5
Wallace State is celebrating the Year of the Arts in 2010.  Tickets are on sale now for The Glenn Miller Orchestra concert on February 4 at 7 p.m. in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre.  $15 advance purchase, $20 at the door.  Discounts for students and employees may be available.  On February 5, The Glenn Miller Orchestra returns for an evening of dinner and dancing under the lights in the Burrow Center's main hall, sponsored by the Wallace State Future Foundation.  For more information, visit www.wallacestate.edu/yoa or call Suzanne Harbin at x8144.
 
Summer 2010
The college will return to a four-day work week this summer.  Scheduling for classes and office hours for summer semester should reflect this change.  Contact your appropriate supervisor, dean or vice-president with questions.
 
Bookstore News
The bookstore will host a one-day used book buyback on January 21 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Retirement Celebration
Please join us as we celebrate the career of Mary Dean Lamar on Tuesday, January 19 from 2-4 p.m. in the JBC Lobby.

Weight Watchers 
A new Weight Watchers at Work program will begin in February. Cost for the 15-week program is $150 and a sign-up date will be announced soon.  For more information, contact Melinda Edwards at x8172.
 
Athletics Update
Congratulations to the WSCC Cheerleaders for a 2nd place finish at nationals!  View their outstanding performance here.  The men's basketball team defeated Covenant to improve to 17-1 on the season.  The Lady Lions lost a close one to Meridian Community College.  Both teams host Snead State tonight at the coliseum at 5:30p and 7:30p.

Self Defense Workshop
Jennifer Chaffin with the Cullman County Sheriff's Department will be teaching a Self Defense Workshop on Tuesday, January 26 from 3-5 p.m. at the Wellness Center in Room 103-A.  Registration is required and limited to the first 25 people who sign up.  Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes as this class will be hands-on and physical.  For more information or to register, contact LaDonna Allen at x8071.
 
Trip to Greece
WSCC is planning a trip to Greece in May, 2010. The tour will depart May 20 and return May 28, with an optional three-day Greek Isle Cruise extension returning May 31. The trip is open to anyone interested. Sign up by Jan. 20 to guarantee your spot and avoid a late fee. For more information, contact Kristen Holmes (x8118).

Year of the Arts Committee                                                       
If you are interested in volunteering to assist the Year of the Arts Committee with the more than 15 events scheduled this year, please contact Suzanne Harbin at x8144.

YouTube EDU
Wallace State's YouTube page now has a new look. Our YouTube page has recently been upgraded to a YouTube EDU channel that allows for longer video uploads to accommodate course material and lectures. Check it out at www.youtube.com/wallacestate  

Wallace State in the News 
Have you been contacted by the media?  Have you noticed a reporter on campus?  Have you seen a news story on television or published in a paper outside our local area?  Please be sure to contact the Communications Department right away at x8118.  Thank you for helping us to stay on top of all the news related to Wallace State!  And don't forget to let us know if you have an event or accomplishment that needs publicity.   

AHSAA Regional Tournament 
The 2010 AHSAA Regional Basketball Tournament is scheduled for Tuesday, February 16 - Saturday, February 20.  Thanks in advance to all who volunteer and make it possible for this to be a successful event that attracts several thousand prospective students to the WSCC campus.  If you have questions or want to join the effort for the first time, contact Sid Borden at x8213. 

Lion Card
The WSCC Lion Card is now accepted at CVS in Hanceville, Woody's Grill, Backyard Burger, and KFC locations in Hanceville and Cullman. 
 
Career Fair
Please mark your calendars for the 2010 Career Fair events on March 16 and 17 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the coliseum.  For more information, contact Darlene Huff at x8133.

Professional Development
Impacting Community Through Service Learning, Creating Forms in Word 2007, Developing Rubrics Workshop, and many more Professional Development opportunities will be coming your way in spring 2010. Register now to reserve your spot. Download the Spring 2010 PD Schedule
 
Health Fair
Make plans to attend the 2010 Health Fair on February 10 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the JBC Lobby.  Free health screenings, chair massages, door prizes and food will be available. 
 
Recent Headlines
Wallace State Community College cheerleaders set to compete in UCA national tournament in Orlando, Fla.
 Jan. 16, 2010
 
HANCEVILLE -- The Wallace State Community College Cheerleaders in Hanceville have diligently worked to master their nationals' routine. They'll soon perform it in Orlando, Fla. in hopes of bringing back a third national championship in six years to Wallace State.
The Wallace State Cheerleaders depart Wednesday night for the 2010 Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championships at Disney's Wide World of Sports. Wallace State's squad will practice with multiple teams in Orlando, Fla. on Friday and compete for a national crown Saturday.
Athens State Center at Wallace Hanceville in new location
 Jan. 16, 2010
 
Hanceville, Ala. - The Athens State University Center at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville has moved.  With the beginning of this spring semester, the center will be calling the 7th floor of the Tom Bevill Health Education Building home.  The Athens State Center services Wallace-Hanceville students who are preparing to enroll or currently enrolled at Athens State.
 
Previously, the center had occupied the 9th floor of the James C. Bailey Center.  The move was effective on January 4.