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STARS Nominations
The Student Team and Academic Recognition System (STARS) Ceremony for this quarter will be held on March 27, 2013 at 7 p.m. in the Student Center Multiplex and will honor achievements from Autumn Semester 2012. We are now accepting applications for nominations in the following areas:
"The Green Award"
This will be given to recognize outstanding efforts from last quarter in the area of education of sustainable, renewable and environmental issues or the implementation thereof.
The "We are One Hocking" Award
This award will be given to recognize outstanding efforts from last quarter in the area Cross-Cultural Education and / or community unification.
Most Outstanding Contribution to Campus or Community Life
This award will be given to recognize a project which made a
positive impact on campus or community life, last semester.
Please send nominations by e-mail to leeg@hocking.edu by the end of February 2013. Nominations should include the name of the group or person nominated and a description of the project, which includes the date the project took place. Feel fee to include photos, video, evaluations and references in the nomination e-mail.
Decisions on award winners will be made by Student Government.
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Candlelight Vigil for MLK Remembrance
Student Government held a Candlelight Vigil over Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend. In the spirit of Dr. King's message of non-violence, the focus of this event was remembering those affected by violence in schools. Grace Wyatt, a graduate of Chardon High School where three people were killed in a school shooting, spoke of the affect this tragedy had on the school and the community. Names of those killed in the Newton, Connecticut Shooting were read.
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Natural Resources & Summer Seasonal Job Fair 
If you are looking for a summer job, swing by the Student Center Multiplex on February 13 from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. to talk to various employers who are looking for summer staff.
If you would like to work at a camp, park, canoe livery, spend the summer as a zip line guide or making some serious cash for college, you should add this event to your calendar.
We recommend that you look presentable, bring a few copies of an up-to-date resume and have an idea of what kind of summer employment you would like, before you arrive.
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Outdoor Pursuits
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Monday - Friday: Climbing Wall, 12 - 9 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday: Climbing Wall Open, 12 - 6 p.m.
Tuesday: Roll Clinic, Pool, 7 - 9 p.m.
Trip dates:- Ski / Snow Board: February 20
- Climbing Trip Tennessee: March 28-30
- Climbing Competition: April 13
For more information, contact:
Shane West Coordinator of Outdoor Pursuits 740.753.6541 |
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Campus Ministry
- Bible Study: Monday Student Center, 9 p.m.
- I-Fuel: Student Center, 6 p.m., Sunday, Conf Rm C
- Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU): 8 p.m. Tuesday, Conf Rm C
- Listening Post: Tuesday - 9am to 2p.m. Student Center Lobby
For more information on Campus Ministry, contact Bill Bales at balesw@hocking.edu or 740.753.6104, Room 205, Student Center. |
Sports
5 on 5 Basketball league: Tuesday and Thursday, 6 - 9 p.m., Sign-Up at Student Center Front Desk.
Open Soccer: Sunday, Monday and Wednesday, 7 - 9 p.m., Multiplex
Open Basketball: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 5:30 - 9 p.m., Gym
Open Mat Wrestling: Monday and Wednesday, 5 - 7 p.m., Gym
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Cro  ss-Cultural Day
On February 27, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., you will have a chance to enjoy some music, food and entertainment from around the world.
Swing by the Student Center lobby to experience the world!
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President's List
Students demonstrating leadership, service and superior scholastic performance are selected annually for the President's List. No more than one percent of the college population is recognized through this institutional honor. Recommendations are made by the President's List Selection
Committee led by the Provost. The President selects students from a list presented by the Provost. An application and academic transcripts are used in the selection process. The student is responsible for submitting the application by the deadline date. Students with incomplete applications will not be considered for this award.
CRITERIA ARE:
- Accumulative grade point average of 3.5 and above.
- Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at Hocking College; and
- Demonstrated and documented leadership at Hocking College
- Demonstrated and documented service to the college, department, program, fellow students or community.
MATERIALS TO BE SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW
Applicants must submit the application via the internet using Survey Monkey.
Application includes:
- Cover Page
- Name
- ID#
- Address, City, State and Zip
- Telephone
- Program of Study
AREAS OF ACHIEVEMENT
Describe the leadership and service activities in which you were engaged during your enrollment at Hocking College. Do not list activities that were requirements for course completion. Work beyond that which is required may be referenced. Be specific and provide supporting details and documentation where possible.
PROFESSIONAL GOALS
List or write a brief synopsis of your professional goals:
TWO RECOMMENDATIONS/ENDORSEMENT LETTERS
The application packet should include two recommendation/endorsement letters from two Hocking College Faculty or Staff Members
To apply for President's List, apply via this survey link.
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Smile-A-Thon
 Hocking College Foundation will host a Smile-A-Thon for students, faculty and staff on February 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Center lobby. Participants can check-in at the front table upon arrival. During the event, students and faculty have the opportunity to thank someone who has made a positive impact on their lives. They will be asked to donate one dollar to the emergency fund for students in need. Then, participants may fill out a "smiley face" card thanking someone who helped them succeed at Hocking College. The cards will hang on the glass wall of the Student Center lobby.
While there, participants are encouraged to take a "Random Acts of Kindness" pledge. They will be asked to sign a banner, committing to making someone smile every day for a week. Our Culinary Arts and Baking students will provide a variety of delicious free food and drink, prepared for the event.
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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
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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Congratulations to everyone involved in the Fire and Ice Festival...
Sean Gebhard and friends build a snowman in the amphitheater in front of Oakley Hall. |
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Clubs & Organizations
Thinking of starting a new club? Advertise here. Click on the club below for contact information.
Active Clubs:
Wildlife Club Grants are available through the Student Center for club funding! |
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Upcoming Events
*Located In Student Center unless otherwise stated
Feb 11-15
Winter Fest
February 20
March 29
April 17
If you require special accommodations
to participate in any campus event, please call 740.753.7107.
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A Senegalese poet said:
"In the end, we will conserve only what we love. We love only what we understand, and we understand only what we are taught." We must learn about other cultures in order to understand, in order to love, and in order to preserve our common world heritage.
- Yo Yo Ma, White House Conference on Culture and Diplomacy.
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Meet Amber Justice:
President of Student Government
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Would you like to be a part of campus decision making, make your voice heard on campus, go on trips, attend conferences and trainings, build a resume and gain leadership experience?
Come to the Student Government meeting, Friday at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Center.
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