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| | | | | Four More High Schools Join College Connection,
BringingTotal to Nine Beginning in September, the pathway to higher education for seniors at nine area high schools will be even clearer as they participate in College Connection. Four new members to College Connection were welcomed Monday June 1, 2009. New participants: Chatham, Harwich, Nauset and Cape Cod Regional Technical high schools; join with Barnstable, Dennis-Yarmouth, Bourne, Falmouth and Upper Cape Regional Tech. The college entrance assistance program, now in its third year, brings professionals from Cape Cod Community College directly into the high schools to demystify the world of higher education, and to assist seniors and their families in completing the application and entrance process, no matter where they hope to attend. Read the entire story here:
In the photo...New members(L-R) William (Bill) Fisher, Superintendent-Director, Cape Cod Regional Technical High School - Harwich; Mary Ann Lanzo, Superintendent, Chatham Public Schools; Carol Cragin, Superintendent, Harwich Public Schools; Edwardo MacDonald - Assistant Principal, Nauset Regional High School - Orleans
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 The entire College Connection group with President Schatzberg:
Seated (L-R): Edmond LaFleur, Superintendent Bourne Public Schools; Bill Fisher, Supt./Director, Cape Cod Regional Technical High School - Harwich; Mary Ann Lanzo, Superintendent, Chatham Public Schools; Carol Woodbury, Superintendent, Dennis/Yarmouth School District; Standing(L-R) Edwardo MacDonald, Assistant Principal, Nauset Regional High School - Orleans; Ronald McCarthy, Principal, Bourne High School; Kathleen Schatzberg, President, Cape Cod Community College; Pat Grenier, Superintendent, Barnstable Public Schools; Kevin Farr, Superintendent, Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical High School; Carol Cragin, Superintendent, Harwich Public Schools; Marc DuPuis, Interim Superintendent, Falmouth Public Schools |
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| "Plus50" Leadership Brings International Conference Opportunity
The College's leadership in serving the "Plus50" learner was again shared recently as Dean Susan Miller (center) joined Christine R. Donnolo, Associate Dean of Continuing Education, Workforce and Community Development, Luzerne Community College (at the podium); and Mary Sue Vickers, (left) Director, Plus 50 Initiative, American Association of Community Colleges; in presenting at the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development's (NISOD) International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence in Austin TX. Presenting: Is Your Campus Ready for the Plus 50 Learner, the team focused on the importance of developmentally appropriate advising and academic support services, and community collaborations in outreach to "Boomers." CCCC is one of five colleges selected nationwide by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) to mentor others as we continue to grow our own services to 'seasoned' learners. |
 Commencement's Speaker Challenges Students to Continue Succeeding Even in Tough Times
Christy Sharp of Hyannis presented the Student Speech on Thursday May 28th during Commencement ceremonies. She urged her fellow graduates to continue to persevere in challenging times. She concluded..." We are all ready. May our will to succeed always outshine our adversities and our willingness to give over shadow all obstacles!...It is time to go forth and enjoy the prosperities we have earned from all our hard work."
Read the entire text of her inspiring speech here:.
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 Life-Saving First Responders Get Standing Ovation
Very early into the Spring semester, the unthinkable happened. Adjunct Professor Philip Fetzer was stricken with a life-threatening heart attack as he left class. With the ultimate in professionalism, life-saving skills, and true compassion, first responders Public Safety Officers Steve Chapman and Larry Perry, along with the College's Director of Health Services Michael Dallaire, RN began CPR procedures within minutes of the attack and are credited with saving their colleague's life. During the College's Annual Awards ceremony Wednesday May 27th, Fetzer's son, Matt, emotionally thanked all involved and gave the entire College community a sense of just how much the first-responders' actions meant to the family. The entire room stood giving loud applause to all involved.
Shown in the photo (l-r) are: Larry Perry, wife Betty, Philip Fetzer, Steve Chapman, son Matt, and Michael Dallaire. |
 "Golden Apple Award" to Kate MartinThe members of the College's chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society of the two-year colleges, selected Professor Kate Martin as their "Golden Apple" honoree for 2009. In ceremonies during the annual awards breakfast, PTK President Jeremy "Jay" Siebold made the presentation. Prof. Martin's excitement filled the room. She is shown here. |
 Annual Awards Spread Honors Throughout the Campus
Wednesday May 27th the College took the morning to give special thanks and honors to many around the campus who've made a real difference over the past year. Some are noted above. Here is the complete list of honorees with links to citations and commendations. Shown are Lisa Fedy, Director, and Kurt Lawson, Outreach Coordinator, of the College Connection program happily showing off their First Place Trophy for best presentation table/display during the College's Annual Open House this year. The complete list of Open House winners is here. Honorees for 2009
15 years of service
Dee Burlin, Professor of Psychology
Mary Kay Cordill, Professor of Social Sciences
Cheryl Rambert, Accountant in our Business Office
Sara Ringler, Professor of Art - Higgins Gallery Curator
Bob Robida, Chemist/Lab Technician - Natural Sciences
Maureen Shannon, Admin. Assistant Financial Aid
Minxie Zhang, Professor of Mathematics
Rosemary Dillon, Director of Allied Health Programs
Marsha Sylvia, Human Resources Specialist
25 years of service
Joy Haagsma, Professor of Nursing
Gail Knell, Professor of Business Management
Janice Lengas, Copy Center Supervisor
Loretta Santangelo, Recreation Facilities Supervisor, Life Fitness
30 years of service
Lori Crawley, Staff Associate, Institutional Research & Effectiveness
Chet Yacek, Dean of Human Resources and Administration
Retirees This Year
Jean ("Jeannie") Harrigan 26 years with our Admissions Office
Joan Keiran, 14 years with the ACCCESS and GED Program - she'll remaining part-time with the GED program
Jim Shaw, 23 years of teaching Physics and Astronomy
Rolfe Scofield, 34 years of teaching Chemistry, and serving as Dept. Chair
Emeritus Status awarded to Rolfe Scofield and Jim Shaw Adjunct Faculty Appreciation Awards Betsy Hand Gil Newton
Phi Theta Kappa Golden Apple Award
Kate Martin, Instructor in History.
Employee Appreciation Awards
Jill Dupuis - College Business Office - with the College since 1996
Kristina Ierardi - Advising and Counseling office - with the College since 1998
Lori Nelson - Administrative Assistant, Enrollment Management and Advising - with the College since 1995
Sustainable Practices Recognition Award - Dan Gallagher
Special Recognition to those who've made the College Connection Program & the Honors Program
so successful - VP Sisson
Special Recognition for the Ultimate in Professionalism and Compassion providing life-saving response to Adjunct Professor Philip Fetzer, stricken with a heart attack last February. - VP Norris First Responders: Steve Chapman, Michael Dallaire, Larry Perry |
Ongoing Campus Events and News COMCAST Channel 98
The College's COMCAST cable channel 98 broadcasts videos of on-campus events recorded and produced by media specialist Adam Farrell, and announcements of up-coming events and special courses/seminars. The channel is seen through much of the Cape. When College programs are not running, Classic Arts Showcase, a public satellite-delivered service of a wide variety of performances, is shown on the channel. |
Allied Health - Paramedic Information Sessions
Information Sessions are important to attend if you are considering enrollment in any of the Health Science programs. Prospective students learn up-to-date information about course offerings, curriculum, support services and the admissions process. IMPORTANT! Students registering for health career courses must provide complete documentation of required immunizations prior to the start of classes. This may take several months to complete. Go to http://www.capecod.edu/web/health/forms or call Health Services at 508-362-2131 X 4331 for more information. Upcoming Information Sessions:Medical Assisting - June 9 - July 8 - August 4 All at 2 pm in Room 111 of the South Building Paramedic - June 16 and - July 21 All at 4 pm in the Admissions Office of the Nickerson Administration Building
Reserve space on-line at www.capecod.edu. Follow "Enrollment Services" to the "Campus Visits" link. |
Non Discrimination Policy
Cape Cod Community College policy prohibits discrimination in education, employment, and services due to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, or disability. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services to access any event at the College may contact The O'Neill Center for Disability Services at 1-508-362-2131 ext. 4533. We welcome questions, comments or requests for information. Please ask about having a presentation about the College brought to your club or organization. Whatever the need or question, please reply to news@capecod.edu. |
Contact Info
Michael Gross Director of College Communications |
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