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 Faculty Member Receives National Recognition for Achievements
Gillogly received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from Ohio University in 1993, an Associates of Applied Science, PTA from Hocking College in 2003 and a Master of Science in Family Studies from Ohio University in 2011. She also received "Recognition of Advanced Proficiency in Pediatric Physical Therapy" in January 2012 from the American Physical Therapy Association.
Gillogly is a physical therapist assistant for Ohio University, as well as an instructor in the Physical Therapist Assistant program at Hocking College.
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 Board of Regents Names New Interim Chancellor
the Board of Regents administration announced Stephanie Davidson as the new Interim Chancellor. She replaced Governor Kasich's appointee, Jim Petro, who recently retired after a long term of public service.
Davidson holds a doctorate in Speech from The Ohio State University, where she also earned her master's. She earned her undergraduate from Michigan State University. Prior to her involvement in the Board of Regents, she was a faculty member at Ohio State in the Speech Department.
"I look forward to continuing to advance Governor Kasich's efforts, in collaboration with Ohio's higher education leaders and the Ohio Department of Education, to increase our graduation rates in order to better serve students and strengthen Ohio's economy," Davidson said.
She has been a part of the Board of Regents since 2007, serving as the vice-chancellor for Academic Affairs since 2010.
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All Employee Learning Day Quickly Approaching
For those of you who would like to get a head start on planning for the upcoming All Employee Learning Day on February 20, 2013, the schedule will include the following:
- The day will begin with 8 a.m. department/program meetings, to be scheduled by deans and supervisors.
- Mandatory training on Emergency Preparedness will be held during the mid-morning with lunch provided.
- Per the previous notification, the afternoon will be comprised of mandatory Moodle training for faculty. Any faculty who have not visited the web survey to select their spot for Moodle training should do so as soon as possible.
- Concurrent sessions for those not involved in Moodle training include:
- Hocking College Foundation highlights, including a celebration of achievements and discussion of future initiatives
- Google Calendar training designed for employees who manage calendars and schedule meetings
- Review of new forms and processes led by Provost Bridges
- Discussion of financial aid and the impact of the conversion to semesters
A more detailed agenda will be sent the next week.
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 Hocking College Foundation Hosts Smile-A-Thon
The initiative, organized by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education, is designed to increase student understanding of philanthropy and grow engagement on campus.
During the event, students, faculty and staff 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 complete 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.
"It is so important for students to begin making preparations to be philanthropic leaders within their community," Libby Villavicencio, Hocking College Foundation Executive Director, said. "On February 28, we want to celebrate the value of involvement by expressing gratitude to individuals who have supported them in their educational journey and throughout their lives."
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. Culinary Arts and Baking students will provide a variety of delicious and free food and drink prepared for the event.
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 Celebrate "Fat Tuesday" at the Inn
- Red Beans & Rice
- Crayfish Etouffee
- Shrimp and Chicken Creole
- Craw Fish Pie
- Fried Gator Tail
- "Nawlins" Cocktail sauce
- Fried Oysters
- Cajun Remoulade Sauce
- Spinach Rockefeller
- Cajun Ratatouille
- Steamed White Rice
Price is $7 "all y'all can eat!"
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Ohio Valley Urban and Historic Archaeology Symposium
On Saturday, March 23, 2013, the Hocking College School of Natural Resources Archeology program will host the 31st Annual Ohio Valley Urban and Historic Archaeology Symposium.
The hosts are requesting proposals for submissions in the form of formal papers, posters or exhibits relating to aspects of regional, urban and historic archaeology. The focus of the symposium covers all states within the Ohio River drainage.
Formal paper presentations will last 20 minutes in duration. Poster display and small exhibits will be assigned scheduled times to present throughout the day. There is no registration fee, and students are encouraged to submit their research.
Those interested in participating are encouraged to submit an abstract of 100 words to Dr. Kit Wesler indicating the type of submission. Send the registration form indicating any special AV equipment needed for presentation to Archaeology program Coordinating Instructor Dr. Annette Ericksen or Archaeology program faculty Dawn Gagliano . For more information on the event and the registration process, please contact Annette Ericksen.
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 Valentine's Day Potluck
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Autumn Semester Dean's List Announced
Hocking College is pleased to announce the students named to the autumn semester 2012 Dean's List. Students on the Dean's List must have earned at least a 3.3 grade point average (GPA) and be taking at least 12 credit hours. Visit the Hocking College website for a complete list of students earning this honor.
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 NRA Basic Firearms Courses Offered The Hocking College School of Public Safety is offering the National Rifle Association (NRA) Basic Firearms Course every month during 2013, with the next classes offered February 23-24, and March 9-10.
This course will qualify the student to apply for their Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) license. The class focuses on low or non-experienced shooters and will be held at the Public Safety Services building and the firing range, both on Hocking College campus. Handguns are available, and ammunition will be provided.
Professional instructors with over 25 years of experience will teach the classes. For the safety of everyone involved, class size is limited to 14 people per month, allowing for personalized instruction. The cost is $150 and is open to faculty, students and the general public.
For more information, contact Larry Hatem at 740.753.6486.
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STARS Award Nominations Now Accepted
The Student Team and Academic Recognition System (STARS) Ceremony for this term 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:
"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.
"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" Award
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 Giles Lee 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 free 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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Live Well, Work Well: February Heart Month 
Love is in the air for St. Valentine's favorite month, but February is also known for spreading awareness about healthy hearts. In the February edition of the Live Well, Work Well newsletter, an article about heart disease appears above the monthly calendar.
According to the article, watching cholesterol levels is only one of the ways to increase heart health. Several factors decrease the risk of heart disease including regular exercise, maintaining a healthy diet and managing stress levels. For more helpful tips on avoiding heart disease and other interesting articles read the February 2013 edition of Live Well, Work Well.
This newsletter provides a fresh outlook on health and living, giving its readers a unique perspective on relevant topics.
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 Reminder: Bobcat Basketball Presents Hocking College Day
Ohio Basketball fans get ready! It's not too late to get tickets at a reduced price for Hocking College students, staff and faculty for the February 27 game against Akron. All kids will also have the opportunity to create the pre-game tunnel for the Bobcats on the court.
Tickets are available online at OhioBobcats.com or by phone 740.597.3378. Make sure to enter "gobobcats" in the special offer box when ordering tickets online.
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Reminder: President's List Applications Available 
Students with a 3.5 or higher accumulative grade point average and a minimum of 30 Hocking College credit hours will receive an invitation to apply for consideration for the President's List. Students are asked to apply online this year via Survey Monkey. Those selected for the President's List demonstrate outstanding leadership and service, and maintain the highest academic standards.
Faculty and staff endorsements are critical in the selection process. Endorsements with specific information, completed by staff that work closely with a student and have first-hand knowledge of leadership skills and service activities, are a powerful point of consideration in the process. If you cannot provide specific information on leadership and service, please refer the student to another staff member for endorsement.
Students are ineligible for consideration if endorsement forms are not part of their portfolios at the time of review. This year's endorsements are due March 1, 2013. The selection committee will meet during March to select those fitting the criteria.
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Reminder: Soles 4 Souls Collecting Shoes 
Have a pair of shoes collecting dust in the closet? Why not donate them to those in need? Hocking College will collect shoes for the international non-profit charity Soles 4 Souls from February 13-28 in Oakley 312.
Consider donating gently worn or moderately worn shoes. Please bring in shoes strapped together with a rubber band or tied together by the shoelaces. Collectors must pay for shipping; however, the cost is minimal. Shipping is $1 per pair of shoes, and $2 for boots.
Soles 4 Souls is a non-profit charity that provides relief to those suffering, in hopes to support micro-business efforts and eradicate poverty. Shoes will be donated to those victims of natural disasters or those subject to poverty in such countries as Jamaica, Haiti, Honduras, Tanzania, Costa Rica and India. For more information on Soles 4 Souls, visit their website.
Need help getting the shoes to the donation box? Send an e-mail to Carla Ryan-Hirst or call 740.753.6127 and she will send someone to pick them up.
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Reminder: Support Staff Collecting Blankets for Red Cross
 As the weather from the weekend changes back to the cold and dreary days of winter, we are reminded of those less fortunate and in need. Once again the Support Staff Bargaining Unit will collect blankets until the end of February for the Red Cross. These blankets are distributed during times of crisis such as tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, and fires. They are used for the Red Cross shelters that are setup, but mostly given to people who have lost their belongings due to the aforementioned situations.
Any size is accepted, but queen size is preferred, and blankets for children are nice. The blankets must be new. Drop off your donation to one of the following locations:
- Darlene Tipple - DVD 309
- Kim Coy - JL 367
- Betty Dalton - Public Safety Services Building
- Cindy Wasson - JL 154
- Nancy Holcomb - Logan Campus
- Cindy Dillinger - NNR 203
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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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Faculty Takes "Polar Plunge"
Awni Mikhail, Arts and Sciences faculty, took part in the sixth annual Ohio University Polar Plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics Ohio on Saturday, February 9, 2012 at Lake Snowden.
He was part of a group of 15 agents and their family members from the Athens Real Estate Company who dressed as penguins to make the dash into the lake from the beach.
The event is one of nine "Polar Plunges" benefiting Special Olympics Ohio. Phi Kappa Theta fraternity and the Ohio University Police Department sponsored the Ohio University/Athens area Polar Plunge. More than 200 people "plunged" at the event. A total of nearly $30,000 was raised.
Great job to Awni for taking the Plunge!
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Thanks for Bourbon Street Bash Participation
Dean Alfonso Contrisciani sends his thanks to all the faculty, staff and students who participated and contributed to the great success of the annual "Bourbon Street Bash" last weekend. The turnout was well beyond what they expected.
"There is no greater reward then to see our students performing in live fire service in the hospitality industry. Having spent time in the great city of New Orleans, I can tell you the food, warm attentive service and hospitality extended was a tribute to our faculty and support staff and overall mission at Hocking College," Contrisciani said.
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NCMPR Recognizes Hocking College Marketing Department
by Ashley Spencer, Marketing and Public Relations Intern
The Hocking College "Apply Your Passion" marketing campaign, was recently recognized by the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations for Community Colleges. After earning the regional competition award last year, the campaign has now received a national award.
Nearly 80 judges reviewed the 1,700 entries in the competition recognizing communication excellence in two-year colleges. Two entries, Banners and Outdoor Media: Apply Your Passion and Radio Advertisement/PSA Single: Apply Your Passion, will be recognized with a gold, silver or bronze Paragon award.
Laura Alloway, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, will attend the NCMPR conference in March to accept the awards and represent Hocking College.
Congratulations on Hocking College's national recognition, Laura!
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