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Student Centered
Information for students, parents and prospective students
April 2013
Participate in Smart Start as an Orientation Leader!
Smart Start 2012
Smart Start will be August 25 - 30, 2013.

This year, enjoy all the fun of Smart Start in a leadership role. You can chaperone trips, be a dealer at Casino Night, lead events and welcome our new students. If you are interested in participating in Smart Start as an Orientation Leader, see Giles Lee before your register for autumn classes.
Graduation
All graduating students, please order your cap and gown if you have not already done so at keyplusinc.com.

Remember to attend one of the following graduation rehearsals:

Monday, April 29 or Tuesday, April 30, at 12 p.m. or 4 p.m in the Student Center Multiplex. Rehearsal lasts about 40 minutes.

 

For additional information about graduation or commencement, visit the Hocking College website

Hocking's Got Talent
Do you have a talent? We'd like to discover you. If you would like to sing, dance, perform comedy, drama, magic or something else, we want you for the Hocking's Got Talent show on on the evening of Thursday, April 18.

Interested? The winner will receive a paid gig at Smart Start 2013! Contact Giles Lee - let us discover you!
Spring Fest
Spring Fest will be from April 14 - 20, 2013
  • Monday, April 15 - Barbeque, 5 p.m., Pool Patio
  • Tuesday, April 16 - Health Fair, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Student Center Multiplex
  • Wednesday, April 17 -  Job Fair, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Student Center Multiplex
  • Thursday, April 18 - Hocking's Got Talent, 6 - 8 p.m., Student Center
  • Thursday, April 18 - Spring Dance, 9 - 11 p.m., Student Center Lobby
  • Friday, April 19 - Bounce Around Hocking, 1 - 5 p.m., Student Center Lobby
  • Saturday, April 20 - PTK 5K
Free Community Health Fair
The Hocking College School of Nursing & School of Allied Health will promote wellness during their annual Health Fair on April 16, 2013 in the Student Center Multiplex from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Hocking students, faculty and the public are invited as participants can visit a wide range of booths, each demonstrating simple adjustments in everyday habits that can lead to healthier lifestyles. The event is planned, researched and organized by students in the Nursing, Physical Therapy Assistant, Medical Assistant, Fitness Management and Dietary Management programs.

All services are free. Students will measure blood sugar and blood pressure, target heart rate/flexibility, body fat ratios and stress levels. Information supporting the relationship of cold prevention and hand washing, smokeless tobacco and smoking cessation, drug and alcohol abuse, energy drinks, emotional care, depression and suicide, sexually transmitted disease, rape, healthy diets, cancer screening and prevention and many other health issues will also be presented.

There will be a used book sale and raffles throughout the day, both with proceeds the fund the health fair. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day. Limited free parking will be offered to visitors in front of the Hocking College Student Center.
Collegiate Job Fair
Are you in the job market? Hocking College will host the Collegiate Job Fair on April 17, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Student Center.

Employers who hire from all Hocking College schools will be present. This is a great opportunity to find long-term employment! We recommend  that your dress-up for the occasion, bring an up-to-date resume and come prepared to interview, if necessary.
Outdoor Pursuits

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:
  • Disc Golf Tournament: Two rounds of 18 holes
    Saturday, April 6   
  • Climbing Competition: April 13
For more information, contact:
Shane West
Coordinator of Outdoor Pursuits
740.753.6541
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, 9 a.m. to 2 p.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

Softball

Recreation League

Monday and Wednesday

Competitive League

Tuesday and Thursday  

 

Open Mat Wrestling
Monday and Wednesday, 5 - 7 p.m., Gym

Dodgeball
Wednesday, 7 - 9 p.m., Gym

Open Soccer
Sunday, Monday and Wednesday, 7 - 9 p.m., Multiplex

Open Basketball
Monday thru Friday, 5:30 - 9 p.m., Gym

PLEASE NOTE: Softball and flag football will both be back this autumn.
First Annual 5K
Hocking College is hosting our First Annual 5K race on Saturday, April 6, 2013. The 5K race is a traditional 3.1 mile course.  Registration for the 5K begins at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 9 a.m.

The race is divided by age groups, with awards given to the top three placers for males and females in each age group. Also a trophy/plaque will be given to the top three overall runners. All participants will receive a free t-shirt with their registration. Visit our website for more details.
Pump and Run
Hocking College is offering our First Annual Pump and Run. Registration for Pump and Run will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 6 with weigh-ins to follow at 9 a.m. The Pump and Run will be a 1.5 mile course and each participant will perform a set of bench presses for a maximal number of repetitions, with a percent of their body weight based on age. Each repetition completed will result in a 10 second reduction from their overall 1.5 mile run time. For more information, visit our website.
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 who received STARS awards!
 
STARS Spring 2013
STARS Spring 2013
 
Congrats to the Nature Center for their "Spring Equinox" program
Copy of Equinox
Clubs & Organizations
Student Services
 
 Upcoming Events
  *Located In Student Center unless otherwise stated
  
  
April 6
  
April 16

April 17
  
  
May 30 - June 2

 

If you require special  accommodations
to participate in any campus event, please call 740.753.7107.   
Cross-Cultural Corner
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"I swore never to be silent whenever and wherever human beings endure suffering and humiliation. We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented."
Elie Wiesel   

 

April 7 is Holocaust Remembrance Day: See display in Student Center 

 

 

Interested in cross-cultural issues? Check out the
Diversity Without Division Facebook Page
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Student Government
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.