On 5/16/18 Mt. Carmel Police arrested Steven A. Beal, age 42, of Mt. Carmel, for Driving While License Suspended and Operating Uninsured Vehicle following a traffic stop at 3rd & Walnut Street. Beal was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was charged and held pending the posting of a $200 cash bond.
FTA Warrant Lands Ellis In Jail
On 5/16/18 Mt. Carmel Police arrested Andrew S. Ellis, age 28, of Mt. Carmel, on a Wabash County Failure to Appear Warrant. Ellis was located in the 200 block of West 5th Street. Ellis was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was held on a $200 cash bond.
Banks Picked Up On FTA Warrant
On 5/17/18 Mt. Carmel Police arrested Brandon L. Banks, age 36, of Mt. Carmel, on a Wabash County Failure to Appear Warrant. Banks was located in the 300 of North Division Street. Banks was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was held on a $200 cash bond.
IDOT Begins Striping Area Highways
The Illinois Department of Transportation (Region 4/District 7) cautions motorists that the yearly maintenance striping operations will begin on State highways. "The pavement striping equipment travels at a speed of approximately 15 MPH when applying the paint. Motorists should be alert, be patient and pass only when it is safe to do so" said Mike Worthey, Traffic Operations Supervisor. Over 2,000 miles of pavement in the District will have fresh center line, edge line and no passing zones by the end of October. Region 4/District 7 includes the counties of Clark, Clay, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Edwards, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Lawrence, Macon, Moultrie, Richland, Shelby, Wabash and Wayne.
PHI THETA KAPPA INITIATION HELD AT WVC
Phi Theta Kappa Members, left to right: Abygail Hicks, Madison Ferreira, Rachel Byrns, Holly Hawkins, Kaylee Epperson, Dalen Stopher, Katherine Embry, Hoan Nguyen, Vy Nguyen, Kara Price
Eighteen students were initiated into the Rho Psi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa on April 19 at Wabash Valley College. The officers conducting the ceremony were: President Katie Hnetkovsky, Vice President Lauren Goodson, Secretary Amanda Hundley, and Treasurer Christy Haase.
The 2018 Rho Psi initiates were: Jayden Brown, Rachel Byrns, Megan Eder, Katherine Embry, Kaylee Epperson, Madison Ferreira, Holly Hawkins, Matthew Herman, Abygail Hicks, Destinee Miles, Erin Niederhaus, Hoan Nguyen, Vy Nguyen, Kara Price, Haley Shewmake, Dalen Stopher, Tien Tran, and Jonas Trimble.
Presentation of the Phi Theta Kappa 2018 scholarships was by Faculty Advisor Brenda Phegley. Since 1984, the local Rho Psi Chapter has awarded $9,800 in scholarships. Students must complete an application form and write an essay. Applicants are judged on G.P.A., involvement in activities, and the essay. The recipients of the $100 scholarships were Lauren Goodson and Jacey Schwarzlose.
Lauren Goodson is from Mt. Carmel. She has been on the CEO’s honors list while attending WVC. She is a member of the Health Professionals Club, the Student Nurses’ Association, and the National Technical Honor Society. She is also a worship volunteer at Parkview Christian Church and a volunteer at Parkview’s Caring Closet, in addition to volunteering at Hope Pregnancy Center’s fundraisers. Lauren received both the Outstanding Transfer Student Scholarship and the Mary Cunningham Scholarship in 2017. Lauren’s future plans include completing the Nursing Program at WVC and then obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
Jacey Schwarzlose is from West Salem. She has been on the CEO’s and President’s honors lists while attending WVC. She is a member of the WVC Tribe Club, the WVC Seekers Christian Club, and Who’s Who Among American College Students. She volunteers at Zion United Methodist Church, where she helps with Vacation Bible School, Feed My Starving Children, and Threads of Hope. Jacey received a Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship from Phi Theta Kappa. Jacey’s future plans include transferring to Oakland City University, where she will major in Christian Counseling. After obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Studies, she plans to pursue a Master of Divinity Degree.
The members of the Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team for 2018 were also introduced. These students are Jacey Schwarzlose and Julia Whittler.
Phi Theta Kappa has recognized intellectual achievement in American two-year colleges since 1918. Membership in Phi Theta Kappa is conferred on those students of the community college who have “established academic excellence as judged by the college faculty.” Initiates must have completed at least one semester of community college work, achieved at least a cumulative 3.5 G.P.A., and must possess qualities of good citizenship. Since its founding, Phi Theta Kappa has been the national honor society for American community colleges.
Phi Theta Kappa Officers, left to right: Lauren Goodson, Katie Hnetkovsky, Amanda Hundley, Christy Haase
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship Recipients, left to right: Jacey Schwarzlose, Lauren Goodson
Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Team, left to right: Julia Whittler, Jacey Schwarzlose
WVC OFFERING LIFEGUARDING CLASSES
If you are interested in becoming a certified lifeguard, or if you are a certified lifeguard and need recertification, now is your opportunity to enroll in the upcoming American Red Cross Lifeguarding class or Advanced Lifesaving/Recertification class which will be offered at the Wabash Valley College Pool. The Lifeguarding class will meet at the following times: Wednesday, May 16, 5-8 p.m., or if you are unable to attend the Wednesday class, you may go on Sunday, May 20, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Other class meeting dates which must be attended are: Wednesday, May 23, 5-8 p.m., Saturday, May 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, May 27, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mark Colvin is the instructor for the course, phone 618-263-2918.
This class will teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course prepares participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and to prevent drowning and injuries.
Upon successful completion of the class, the Lifeguarding/First Aid Certificate will be issued which will be valid for 2 years. The CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer is for a 2-year period.
Students may register at the first class meeting. The course number is CRN 10605/PEI 1141. The cost for in-District students is $178.
Individuals enrolled in the Advanced Lifesaving/Recertification class may meet on Wednesday, May 16, 5-8 p.m., or if you are unable to attend that meeting, you may attend the Sunday, May 20, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. meeting; all students must attend the Wednesday, May 23 meeting from 5-8
p.m. at the WVC Pool. Mark Colvin is the instructor for the class. This class is for individuals who have Lifeguard Certifications which will be expiring. The course number is CRN 10606/PEI 2116. The cost for the class for in-District students is $133. This will include the charge for the Lifeguard/CPR card.
Upon successful completion of the class, the Lifeguarding/First Aid Certificate will be issued which will be valid for 2 years. The CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer is for a 2-year period.
Questions about the classes may be addressed to Mark Colvin, phone 618-263-2918.
BAGPIPES AND DRUMS OFFERED AT WVC SUMMER SEMESTER
If you enjoy Celtic music and have ever thought about playing in a Pipe and Drum Band, here is your opportunity!
Wabash Valley College, in Mt. Carmel, Il, is continuing to offer a class on learning to play the Great Highland Bagpipe and Scottish-style drumming, INS 2144. The class will meet from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Monday evenings in the International Building Room 2 beginning June 5. Anyone wishing to learn these Celtic instruments should contact the College at 618-262-8641, or toll-free at 866-982-4322 (866-WVC-IECC), or Bob Cunningham at 618-299-2036.
Members of Kyilindi Pipes and Drums will assist William McKiddy in teaching the Great Highland Bagpipe. Theresa McKiddy will be teaching Celtic drumming.
The only prerequisite for this class is a desire to learn to play these noble instruments and a love of Celtic music. Instructional books and practice instruments may be ordered at time of registration.
In-District tuition may be discounted for students enrolled in four or less semester hours in the evening. There will be a $5 Technology fee per credit hour, a $12 Student Support fee per credit hour, and a $15 Maintenance fee per credit hour. Students may register at the first class meeting.
IECC Board Hires New CFO
Ryan Hawkins was employed as Chief Financial Officer at the District Office, effective July 1, 2018. The CFO position was left vacant with the May 1 retirement of Roger Browning. Mr. Hawkins, of Olney, was appointed CFO by the IECC Board of Trustees at the regular meeting Tuesday, May 15, at Lincoln Trail College, Robinson.
IECC students continue to be satisfied with services provided by the colleges, according to the latest student satisfaction survey, with survey questions included in the areas of Communication, Student Services, Instruction, Technology and recommending the college to others. Results included:
95% were satisfied with Advisement services.
94% were satisfied with Financial Aid services.
96% were satisfied with Help Desk services.
95% were satisfied with the quality of instruction.
96% felt the instruction was academically challenging.
94% would recommend the college to others.
The survey was completed by 844 students and the results of the survey are shared with various district-wide committees as well as college committees to work on improving any area that needs attention.
An updated Distance Delivery Education Plan was approved. The IECC Board of Trustees recognizes the importance of an institutional strategy and structure to support and promote district-wide distance delivery opportunities.
A resolution expressing support for construction of a county wide recreation center to be located on the Lincoln Trail College campus was approved. The cost of construction and operation of the proposed Crawford County Recreation Center would being funded by corporate and individual donations. A contract setting forth Obligations of Operations will be adopted prior to beginning construction.
Trustees approved minor revisions to the policy on Substance Abuse Testing of Athletes.
Six affiliation agreements with area health care institutions were approved dealing with the IECC programs for Pharmacy Technician, Electronic Medical Records, Certified Medical Assistant, and Emergency Response.
Approval was given for change in academic rank from Instructor to Assistant Professor for five faculty members. Approval was given for change in academic rank from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor for eleven faculty members. Approval was given for change in academic rank from Assistant Professor to Professor for nine faculty members.
Justin Gephart was employed as Broadband/Telecommunications Instructor at Lincoln Trail College effective August 9, 2018. Patrick Harris was employed as Coordinator of Career Advisement at Wabash Valley College effective June 18, 2018. Angelique Maguire was employed as Coordinator, Transition Services at Frontier Community College effective May 16, 2018. Karissa Perry was employed as Administrative Assistant at Wabash Valley College effective June 18, 2018.
Employment status was approved for Tracy Robinson from Office/Computer Lab Assistant at the District Office to International Student Liaison at the District Office effective June 1, 2018.
A resignation ratification was approved for Cindy Westendorf as Help Desk/Computer Technician at the District Office effective May 5, 2018.
A retirement ratification was approved for Jeff Cutchin as Chief Academic Officer at the District Office effective July 21, 2018. A retirement ratification was approved for Chris Heindselman as Coordinator of Accreditation Compliances & Academic Services at the District Office effective August 1, 2018. A retirement ratification was approved for Keith Nash, as Process Technology Instructor at Lincoln Trail College effective August 1, 2018.
Next regular meeting of the Board of Trustees will be Tuesday, June 19, at 7 p.m. at Olney Central College, Olney.
