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The Comet — Coconino Community College’s Steller Newsletter update for December

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December 1, 2018
Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter
Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College.
Coconino Community College: Education that works for you.
A quick word from the President
I sometimes think that community colleges are one of Arizona’s best-kept secrets, and they shouldn’t be.
According to a recent report in the Arizona Republic, more than two-thirds of new jobs in the state will require some sort of post-secondary education. Additionally, getting a post-secondary credential or degree is worth it – considering higher earnings over a lifetime.
I have spent my entire career at community colleges – first as a faculty member, and later in administration. I firmly believe, and the data supports it, that community colleges are a pathway to a better life.
The time has come for us to reaffirm our task of being innovative as we continue to seek other funding options for CCC. We must continue to grow our partnerships with business, government, nonprofits and residents passionate about our ever important mission.
It’s time for everybody in our communities to know that CCC is here when they need us. Let’s freely share the vital benefit community colleges across the state give our communities. It will be worth it for all of us.
Onward!!
Colleen Smith
Service to community in law enforcement
Cadets graduate from Basic Detention Officer Academy at CCC on Nov. 9
Ten cadets from the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office Basic Detention Academy were sworn in as Detention Officers during a small ceremony Friday, Nov. 9, at Coconino Community College. The detention academy is made possible through a partnership with the Sheriff’s Office and CCC.
“I’ve always wanted to go into law enforcement, and the jail’s a great place to start,” said Justin Harvey, who started his training at the jail in March.
More than 90 percent of the detention officers working at the county jail have gone through the CCSO-CCC Basic Detention Academy.
Lt. William Glenn inspects Cadet Justin Harvey prior to him being sworn into office as a Detention Officer during a graduation ceremony at CCC.
CCC Fire Science classes help push along Flagstaff fire captain’s career
CCC offers firefighter training courses
Flagstaff Fire Department Capt. Michael Greenwalt discusses how Fire Science classes at Coconino Community College gave him the knowledge and skills he needed to advance in a department dedicated to serving the Flagstaff community.
CCC events focus on veterans
NAU ROTC members stand at attention in front of a new U.S. flag at the CCC Lone Tree Campus. The event was one of several honoring veterans.
Pushup challenge, flag raising and speaker panel commemorate the national holiday
CCC observed several events in early November to recognize the service of veterans.
More than 50 students and staff gathered at the entrance of Coconino Community College to participate in a flag-raising ceremony to honor and recognize veterans. The ceremony was followed by a speaker panel of veterans to discuss the CCC Common Read selection, “Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging.”
Students and staff also participated in the “22 Pushups Challenge for Our Veterans” to raise awareness about the grim statistic that 22 U.S. veterans, including generals, commit suicide every day. The participants surpassed the goal of 2,200 pushups in an hour.
Nick Tullio, CCC student and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, said, “It feels great. I’ve lost too many friends, and anything we can do to help prevent that from happening is beneficial.”
Navajo author gives talk at CCC in Page
Prof. Emeritus Dr. Evangeline Parsons Yazzie explores “The Long Walk” in literature to maintain language.
Her story is that of a Navajo Woman who was forced to take “The Long Walk” in 1864. Her name is Nínááníbaa’, which means “woman who went to war and came home again.”
On Thursday, Dec. 13, at 6 p.m., at Coconino Community College in Page, Dr. Evangeline Parsons Yazzie will give a talk and read from one of her quartet of novels featuring the life and family of Nínááníbaa’. Prior to the presentation, Dr. Parsons Yazzie will be at Adventurous Antelope Canyon Photo Tours Galleria at 4 p.m. for a reception and book signing.
“Page residents and nearby Chapters will be treated to a great night of culture and literary exposure with the visit by Dr. Parsons Yazzie,” said Kay Leum, CCC’s Director of Special Projects and Grants.
The reception, book signing, reading and talk are sponsored by Courtyard by Marriott, Coconino County, Adventurous Antelope Canyon Photo Tours Galleria and CCC.
Page CCC alum uses experience to help youth
Robin Wingrove
Page resident Robyn Wingrove teaches first-grade children who have social, emotional and academic challenges. She remembered hating school herself, but CCC changed that.
“CCC created a drive, a desire to learn,” Wingrove said. “I knew the instructors, saw their passion, their drive.”
After CCC, she got a bachelor’s degree in psychology and then a master’s degree in education, specializing in family and community services counseling and behavior intervention. She credits CCC for helping her achieve her goals.
“It gives you that stepping stone, that foundation to learning,” Wingrove said. “I gave me a door I don’t think I would have had if there weren’t CCC.”
Loven Contracting establishes scholarship for CTM students
Flagstaff-based Loven Contracting has been a northern Arizona staple in the construction industry for more than 30 years.
With a company motto of “Building Relationships,” Loven Contracting established the Building Relationships scholarship through the Coconino Community College Foundation.
To be eligible for the scholarship, a student at CCC must have the intention of completing the 24-credit Construction Technology certificate. He or she must also satisfy other requirements of the scholarship.
“We at Loven Contracting are passionate supporters of Coconino Community College’s mission to provide accessible and innovative educational opportunities within our community, and we are proud to sponsor the Building Relationships Scholarship in the field of Construction Technology,” said Michael Loven, President of Loven Contracting. “This is an exciting time in our industry, and we are eager to support a hard-working student’s efforts to successfully complete their program and begin their career.”
CCC Page offers quick course on solar applications
CCC CTM instructor David Cain traveled up to Page to teach students how to install their own solar systems.
Seven student sign up for the weekend class
In November, Coconino Community College in Page offered a one-credit course on Introduction to Solar Applications (CTM 138). The course is designed to give students a wide array of hands-on experiences to get them ready to install their own solar systems in single and multi-family dwellings.
“It’s the first course people take to get them jazzed up about solar energy applications,” said David Cain, CCC Construction Technology Management instructor teaching the course.
The course covered solar terminology, different solar applications, tools of the trade, how to orient solar systems and more.
More short courses are planned in Page in the future.
CCC Ceramics and Art classes featured on campus
The CCC Clay Club and student artists experience business side of creativity
Student artwork held a prominent spot at the Coconino Community College Lone Tree Campus recently.
The CCC Clay Club and student artists displayed their creative work in hopes of a sale.
The Clay Club sponsored a clay and ceramics holiday sale from Tuesday, Nov. 27 to Thursday, Nov. 29. The annual three-day event raises money for the club and the student artists involved.
The CCC Student Art Exhibition, held each semester, was also on display – with paintings, drawings, photography and ceramic pieces for sale.
Dozens of ceramic pieces made by student members of the CCC Clay Club were offered for sale to help support the students and the club.
Our ED Talk Series is free and open to the public. For videos and fliers on past ED Talks, visit here.
“The Great Santa Claus Bank Robbery”
Monday, Dec. 10, 2018 | 6-7 p.m.
CCC Fourth Street Innovation Center,
3000 N. Fourth St., Room B34
Presented by Billy Smith, playwright, composer, director and “Banjo Billy” on the Grand Canyon Railway
Free and Open to the Public
Local playwright, thespian and musician Billy Smith brings to life a 1920s Texas tale of Santa Claus walking into a bank – and robbing it. The robbery was one of Texas’ most infamous crimes, sparking a massive manhunt for the disguised culprit, and Smith retells the spectacular dastardly deed through storytelling and music.
Six-year U.S. Navy veteran and Coconino Community College alum Kevin Scholler will discuss the process he went through to phase back into civilian life after military service.
When: Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, at 7 p.m.
Where: Room B34, CCC Fourth Street Innovation Center, 3000 N. Fourth St.
This talk is presented in collaboration with CCC’s Common Read, a college-wide initiative that seeks to unite students, employees, and community members in common intellectual conversations about one book. This year’s book is Sebastian Junger’s Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging. Tribe examines the way war creates intimate bonds between people. Junger explores the relationship between combat veterans returning home and higher rates of post-traumatic stress disorders, as they search for the closeness and unity in everyday society. Tribe explores themes of loyalty, belonging, and the human quest for finding meaning in life.
Spring registration is now open!
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