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Campus Communicator APRIL 2018 Game ON! The WVNCC Computer Club’s first 24-hour Extra Life Marathon was a huge success! The event was held April 20 and 21 during one of our LAN Parties to help raise mon- ey for WVU Children’s Hospital. During LAN Parties students and faculty gather to play video games. The computer club has hosted LAN Parties for six years, but this is the first time we have held a fundraiser during the LAN Party. First and foremost, the WVNCC team’s goal of raising $500 was shattered, with a total of $1,250 in donations. This is enough to put WVNCC’s team in 74th place out of over 1,700 teams worldwide, and this is only our first event. Donations came from family, friends, fac- ulty, staff, students and alumni. There was even a donation of four trays of pizza from Sha Nay Nay’s Pizza in Bridgeport, OH. One donation came from a gaming chal- lenge: to defeat all of the original Mega Man bosses without using special skills. This challenge was met by yours truly. Another challenge came in the form of a puzzle challenge from Dr. Buchanan, met by Brandon Lucas. Many games were played including: Over- watch, World of Warcraſt, Hollow Knight, Undertale, Bloody Roar, the original Street Fighter, Street Fighter 4, Canyon Bomber, Centipede, Burgertime, Ms. Pac- man, Mega Man, Minecraſt, Dragonball Z Budokai, Rocket League, Super Smash Brothers Melee, ARK, Galaga, Atari Box- ing, Warlords and many others. There were even sessions of ping-pong, a board game being developed by a student and the card game Fluxx. It is also worth noting that we had stu- dent participation from PTK members who were in Kansas City for the nation- al conference, and by students at home who could not make it to Wheeling. Mary Ball and Sterling Adler played games at home, but raised money for Extra Life at the same time. Personally I am overjoyed at the results. Most importantly, we were able to raise In this Issue: PTK 2018 SPRING INDUCTION A “WRITE” KIND OF LESSON FIND OUT WHO’S IN THE SPOTLIGHT THIS MONTH West Virginia Northern The three 24-hour marathoners who made it the whole 24 hours. Kyle McGlaughlin, Jenna Drake and Jeremy Doolin (though I did sleep for 2 hours). Not pictured - Brandon Lucas, who had to leave before the photo was taken. David Stoffel, Jeremy Doolin, Jenna Drake and Leanne Bamberger (WVNCC alumnus). These four attendees were at the very first LAN party ever held on April 19, 2013.

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Campus CommunicatorAPRIL 2018

Game ON! The WVNCC Computer Club’s first 24-hour Extra Life Marathon was a huge success!

The event was held April 20 and 21 during one of our LAN Parties to help raise mon-ey for WVU Children’s Hospital. During LAN Parties students and faculty gather to play video games. The computer club has hosted LAN Parties for six years, but this is the first time we have held a fundraiser during the LAN Party.

First and foremost, the WVNCC team’s goal of raising $500 was shattered, with a total of $1,250 in donations. This is enough to

put WVNCC’s team in 74th place out of over 1,700 teams worldwide, and this is only our first event.

Donations came from family, friends, fac-ulty, staff, students and alumni. There was even a donation of four trays of pizza from Sha Nay Nay’s Pizza in Bridgeport, OH. One donation came from a gaming chal-lenge: to defeat all of the original Mega Man bosses without using special skills. This challenge was met by yours truly. Another challenge came in the form of a puzzle challenge from Dr. Buchanan, met by Brandon Lucas.

Many games were played including: Over-watch, World of Warcraft, Hollow Knight, Undertale, Bloody Roar, the original Street Fighter, Street Fighter 4, Canyon Bomber, Centipede, Burgertime, Ms. Pac-man, Mega Man, Minecraft, Dragonball Z Budokai, Rocket League, Super Smash

Brothers Melee, ARK, Galaga, Atari Box-ing, Warlords and many others. There were even sessions of ping-pong, a board game being developed by a student and the card game Fluxx.

It is also worth noting that we had stu-dent participation from PTK members who were in Kansas City for the nation-al conference, and by students at home who could not make it to Wheeling. Mary Ball and Sterling Adler played games at home, but raised money for Extra Life at the same time.

Personally I am overjoyed at the results. Most importantly, we were able to raise

In this Issue: PTK 2018 SPRING INDUCTION A “WRITE” KIND OF LESSON FIND OUT WHO’S IN THE SPOTLIGHT THIS MONTH

West Virginia Northern

The three 24-hour marathoners who made it the whole 24 hours. Kyle McGlaughlin, Jenna Drake and Jeremy Doolin (though I did sleep for 2 hours). Not pictured - Brandon Lucas, who had to leave before the photo was taken.

David Stoffel, Jeremy Doolin, Jenna Drake and Leanne Bamberger (WVNCC alumnus). These four attendees were at the very first LAN party ever held on April 19, 2013.

a nice sum of money that will go directly to WVU Children’s Hospital. But also be-cause it shows what Northern students can accomplish when they work together. It turned a hobby and pastime into a way to help local kids.

“I want to make the world a bet-ter place in whatever way I can. WVU Children’s Hospital has di-rectly affected some of our own students and employees. It is a way for our students to give back who feel they would other-wise have a hard time making a donation directly .”

So thanks to everyone who helped, in-cluding Sara Wood, Hilary Curto and David Barnhardt, WVNCC students and alumni, faculty and staff who made it to the par-ty, Sha Nay Nay’s Pizza and of course, our generous donors. It was an amazing time.

DOnate Life

OVMC and Donate Life visited the Wheel-ing Campus on Tuesday, April 17 from 1 – 3 p.m. to celebrate those who have given and received the gift of life through organ donation. They registered employees and students to be an organ donor and pre-sented WVNCC with a Donate Life flag to be hung every April in honor of National Donate Life Month.

Future Nurses Program We were proud to recently announce our new Future Nurses Programs in partner-ship with Weirton Medical Center! This program is meant to help local nurses of the future financially while encouraging them to provide their knowledge and services here at home upon graduation.

Through the program, several students will have their associates degrees paid for in exchange for a three-year commitment to work within the WMC Tri-State Medical Network. This is a win-win for both those who dream of becoming a nurse and for WMC who has been growing exponen-tially and is always looking for bright, in-spired nurses.

Denise Westwood, Chief Nursing Officer at WMC says, “To recruit nurses through the excellent West Virginia Northern Nursing Program is a perfect fit. Some of our fin-est nurses at WMC came through that very program and we are thrilled to embark on this partnership.”

“Students must not only have the passion to become a nurse, but they must have financial support too. WMC will now re-move a tremendous burden for these select students. This is an innovative pro-gram that will lead to success for not only the WVNCC student, but WMC and the nursing profession,” says Linda Jo Shelek, Director of Nursing, WVNCC.

“Our nursing program at WVNCC provides exceptional training for our students and now WMC is going to provide them with an incredible opportunity to fulfill their dreams once they complete our program. We are proud to partner with organiza-tions like WMC that are aligned with our top priority, which is our students’ suc-cess,” says Dr. Vicki L. Riley President, WVNCC.

COMMENCEMENT FRIDAY, MAY 11 7 P.M. WES BANCO ARENA

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2018!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO CELEBRATING WITH YOU!

Jenna Drake and Andrew Reed playing a video game during the LAN Party.

Jeremy Doolin’s daughter playing ping-pong with Heidi Ryan.

L-R Anita Dehlem, WVNCC Nursing faculty; David Artman, WMC Chief Operating Officer; Gabe D’Ortenzio, WMC Director of Human Resources; Dr. Vicki L. Riley, WVNCC President; Denise Westwood, WMC Chief Nursing Officer; John Frankovitch, WMC President/CEO.

- Jeremy Doolin

Game On Continued...

In his Exceptional Children class Dr. John Tomaszewski recently conducted an exercise with his students in New Martinsville on how individuals differ and how we accept one another, adjust to differences, cope with difference and overcome differences. He presented his class with a variety of acrylic blanks that were all different. Each student had to select one and then talk about their acrylic and explain why they chose the one they did.

Dr. John Tomaszewski then collected the acrylic blanks from the students and suprised them by turning them into ink pens. The students then discussed that even though there were imperfections and differences in the acrylic, they all write and have become a more

useful tool to assist them.

The lesson Dr. Tomaszewski taught his students is, “Even-though we are all different with imperfections, we are all human beings

who contribute in some form to our families, community, and society.”

Students are: First row L to R – Tina Lockhart, Melanie Nething, Samantha Frum, Claire Pittman; Second row L to R – Dr. Thomaszewski, Haylee Moore, Marah Dudgeon, Tiffany Spencer, Mike Wilcox.

write kind of lesson...write kind of lesson...

Thank you to all of you who have expressed best wishes on my retirement announcement. I am excited to see what the next chap-ter in my life brings. Although I will miss seeing and working with employees and students on a daily basis, Dick and I are looking forward to the opportunity to do the things on our “bucket list.”

For over thirty years, I have strived to help students succeed. I know each day each of you in your own way work toward that same goal. You should all be very proud, especially this time of year, when we see our students cross the finish line. We know success is not achieved alone. As you see your students receive accolades, honors, and de-grees, let it be a reminder that the work you put in everyday means so much.

When I see the list of our upcoming graduates I could not be more proud. I know some of our students started out at Northern not knowing what they wanted to do or if they could succeed. To see them walk across the stage on May 11 is a testament to their determination as well as the hard work of our employees. In the past few weeks, I have had the opportunity to attend leadership

lunches on all three campuses, PTK Spring Induction and Honor Convocations. The talented students that we have on our New Martinsville, Weirton and Wheeling Campuses never cease

to amaze me. Every time I engage with these students I know our future is bright and they will help our region thrive.

Please join me in congratulating our students on their success. I warmly congratulate each of you for a job well done.

Happy spring! - Dr. Vicki L. Riley

New Martinsville Leadership LuncheonNM Students who served in Leadership positions during 2017-18 had lunch at Quinet’s, April 20, and were presented certificates and Northern logo items. Students were recog-nized for work study, tutor, student govern-ment and campus activity board.

Pictured L/R Front Row: Thomas Ian Jackson, Joanne Chappel, Chelsea Pandzick, LeeAnn

Blair (supervisor), Debbie Bennett (Campus Manager) Sara Wood (Student Activities).

Back row L/R – Dennis Bills (Academic Success Center) and Dr. Riley

Student SPOTLIGHT:Bettie Meadows

MAJOR: Early Childhood Education.

CAREER GOAL: To teach 1st grade.

FAVORITE SPOT ON CAMPUS: Student Union.

FAVORITE FOOD: Wings.

DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS:Yes, a dog, her name is Marley.

IF YOU WERE NOT PURSUING YOUR CURRENT DEGREE WHAT WOULD YOU WANT TO DO:Law enforcement.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON YOUR IDEAL DAY:Listening to rain in the summer with a good friend!

HAVE YOU EVER MET ANYONE FAMOUS:Michael Tyler.

FAVORITE BOARD GAME:Life.

DREAM VACATION: Paris.

FAVORITE SOUND: Rain.

WHAT IS YOUR HIDDEN TALENT: It wouldn’t be hidden if I told.

NAME ONE THING ON YOUR BUCKET LIST:Seeing the Eiffel Tower.

FAVORITE TV SHOW OF ALL-TIME: One Tree Hill or Greys Anatomy.

WHAT IS YOUR GO TO KARAOKE SONG: Probably something from high school musical.

STAFF SPOTLIGHT:Kevin Serig

TITLE: Counselor II Accessibilities.

YEARS AT WVNCC: I began taking Paramedic classes in 1983 at WVNCC. I then came back in 1993 after an underground coal mining accident. I gradu-ated in 1995. I eventually received a graduate degree from WVU and came back to teach at WVNCC. I taught adjunct for 13 years and taught 14 different classes. In my current position, I have been here for 5 years.

FAVORITE SPOT ON CAMPUS: My favorite spot on Campus would be my office. It is where I do most of my work with students whether for ADA information, assis-tance with their mental health concerns, and other Services meant to assist the students.

FAVORITE FOOD : New Orleans Catfish.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON YOUR IDEAL DAY OFF:I would be golfing in Hawaii

HAVE YOU EVER MET ANYONE FAMOUS: I met Rocky Bleier, Jerome Bettis, Gerri Jewell and was “Star Struck” by all of them.

DREAM VACATION:I will soon be heading on my Dream Vaca-tion. My wife and I will leave on June 3rd for Jamaica!

WHAT IS YOUR HIDDEN TALENT: Hidden talents are all music related. Play, sing and write.

WHAT HAS BEEN THE GREATEST INVENTION IN YOUR LIFETIME:Dr Jonas Salk invention of the Polio Vaccine.

FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL-TIME:The Godfather.

WHAT IS YOUR GO TO KARAOKE SONG:Anything by Eric Clapton.

IF YOU COULD ADD ONE PERSON TO MOUNT RUSHMORE WHO WOULD IT BE: Rosa Parks.

FACULty SPOTLIGHT:Delilah Ryan

TITLE:Professor of History.

YEARS AT WVNCC:14

IN THEIN THESPOTLIGHTSPOTLIGHT

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SPOTLIGHT: Petroleum TechnologyPETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY, A.A.S. / PETROLEUM TECHNOLOGY, C.A.S.DIVISION CHAIR: VP OF ECONOMIC AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT LARRY TACKETTPROGRAM DIRECTOR: CURT HIPPENSTEELFACULTY: CURT HIPPENSTEEL, CHRIS MASON (ADJUNCT)

This program is designed to train field technicians to work in various areas of the oil and gas industry including upstream and midstream operations.

INTERESTING FACT: Since 2015 we have had 15 students graduate with an AAS in Petroleum Tech-nology. Of those 15, 14 have obtained jobs in the petroleum industry or a related industry. The other student went into the FBI.

Sometimes I think that when people think of working in the petroleum industry they think that they will be working on a drilling rig. There are good jobs in this area but in reality most people in the industry are not members of a rig crew. Our students receive training in safety, drilling, completion, production and midstream operations so that they will have a broad understanding of the technical aspects of the industry. These students are prepared with a base level of knowl-edge so that when they are hired by a company they are prepared to work in the field and can be trained more specifically in the specialty area that the company hires them for.

TYPES OF CAREERS IN THIS FIELD: One advantage of the petroleum industry is that there are many different types of jobs available. Graduates can work as technicians with midstream com-panies like Williams, with production companies like Southwestern Energy and service compa-nies like Keystone Clearwater or TekSolve. Graduates can work in processing plants, on produc-ing wellsites or be involved in the drilling or completion of wells. They can also work in health, safety and environmental related jobs as well as in logistics, water transfer and other areas.

CLASSES YOU ARE TEACHING:History and Social Sciences.

GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENT:Passing my written doctoral comprehensive exams with pneumonia. Once finished, I left straight from WVU’s downtown campus to Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown to be treated.

DO YOU HAVE ANY PETS:Two cats – Harley and Hobo.

WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON YOUR IDEAL DAY OFF:Sleep.

HAVE YOU EVER MET ANYONE FAMOUS: I grew up with Brad Paisley if you consider him famous.

FAVORITE BOARD GAME: Monopoly.

FAVORITE SOUND:Silence.

IF YOU WERE STRANDED ON A DESERT ISLAND, WHAT THREE ITEMS WOULD YOU WANT TO HAVE WITH YOU:Sunscreen, endless drinks and food.

WHAT IS YOUR HIDDEN TALENT: I play five instruments.

NAME ONE THING ON YOUR BUCKET LIST:Go to Luxor and stay at the Winter Palace Hotel while touring the Valley of the Kings.

FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL-TIME:Bridget Jones’ Diary.

WHAT IS YOUR GO TO KARAOKE SONG:Toss-up between Coal Miners’ Daughter and the Battle of New Orleans.

IF YOU COULD ADD ONE PERSON TO MOUNT RUSHMORE WHO WOULD IT BE: Eisenhower.

PTK Spring INductionThe PTK Spring Induction Ceremony was held on Friday, April 13th at 7pm.

Prior to the Ceremony, alumni of the PTK Omega Epsilon Chapter gathered in the TEAL Lab for their first, of hopefully many, alumni meetings. Those alumni that at-tended this first meeting were Rosemary Ketchum, Courtney O’Conner, Mary Dud-

ley, myself and future alumni Eden Plog-ger. The alumni members discussed how to best support the WVNCC PTK Omega

Epsilon Chapter. Guidance and Encour-agement were determined the best way the alumni group can initially support our chapter.

Our alumni chapter is still in the planning stages, however, we are excited to embark on this great challenge!

During the induction, Chapter President, Ciera Parr, welcomed alumni with open

arms. Ciera included the alumni in the Induction Ceremony during the lighting of the torch. I read the passage explaining what the meaning of the torch. The five alumni then lit the candles of the induct-ees, in a symbolic “passing of the torch.” Dr. Riley was inducted as an honorary member.

PTK alumni group (from L to R): Including alumni Eden Plogger, Courtney O’Connor, Mary Dudley, Melanie Baker and Rosemary Ketchum.

HLC UPDATEALL FIVE CRITERIONS HAVE NOW BEEN SHARED WITH THE STAFF AND WE HOPE YOU HAVE LEARNED A LOT. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD A CHANCE TO REVIEW THEM, PLEASE DO SO SOON. SHORTLY YOU WILL RECEIVE AND EMAIL WITH A DRAFT OF EACH ONE. PLEASE KEEP SENDING YOUR THOUGHTS AND SUGGESTIONS AS WE APPRECIATE YOUR FEEDBACK. [email protected]

HLC VISIT NOVEMBER 26–28

Taylor L. AdamsSamantha E. Behrens

Jodi L. BlairKristina M. Bustamante

Donald CardelliJeremy C. Cercone

Madyson L. Covington-BenlineAlexis Crupe

Sabrina L. CurrieAbree N. Doll

Aylssa D. DollRandy L. Donahue

Tye ForsterAimee A. FreyJustin Gumm

Brittany D. HeasleyRebecca A. Hickey

Hannah N. HillChelsea Hinzman

Trevor HudsonNoah B. Huey

Madison R. HuffmanBrynne E. Jewell

Kaitlyn M. Johnson

Susan LucasPhoebe McClanahan

Ashley M. MillerZoey O. Miller

Timmy B. MinchHaylee B. MooreKeith L. Murray

Chelsea N. PandzikVicki L. ParrEmily Pasco

Evan B. ShreveAustin Slie

Jordan R. StorchCody L. Taylor

Kayla R. TaylorAndrew J. Theiss

Kylie A. TonerColter J. Uscola

Nellie D. VanscyocMorgan B. VollbergAmanda M. Wallace

Lillian E. West Katrina M. Whittington

Shannon L. WilkesStephanie M. Wineman

K-Lee P. WinskiChristina Wood

Spring 2018 Inductees PHI THETA KAPPA

Dr. Riley signing the PTK membership book.

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- Submitted by Melanie Baker

Vicki Parr and K-Lee Winski picking up trash and

sticks on the Weirton campus for Earth Day.

Earth Day Cleanup

Nancy Nosko helped promote National Library Week

on the Weirton campus with Cookie Day. Cookies

were distributed on all three campuses in the LRC.

National Library Week

Wheeling Campus

Roll into Registration

2018 Weirton Leadership Luncheon

2018 Wheeling Leadership LuncheoN

WHG Campus Spring BBQ

The Leadership Weirton class visited Weirton Campus to tour the facility with Lisa Soly and

Larry Tackett, who informed them about community college education.

Leadership Weirton visits WRT Campus

NM Campus Spring BBQ