Common Time encourages students to meet one another across Fine and Performing Arts programs, to build new relationships, discuss projects and learn about resources and opportunities.
Each Friday session meets from noon – 1 p.m. on Blackboard Collaborate
Friday, February 3, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Podcasting: How to Conduct and Record an Interview
Host: Rob Thomas
Create your own podcast featuring an interview. Rob will cover the basic, and surprisingly easy technical elements, as well as how to conduct an engaging interview.
Rob Thomas is the Broadcast Media and Technology lead instructor and advisor for the Owens OutComm Student Media Center. He has over 35 years of experience as a multimedia producer in the broadcast, marketing, and communications industries, working with both for-profit and not-for-profit businesses.
Friday, February 17, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Keeping Your Mind Open to the Possibilities!
Host: Todd “T.J.” Tressler
Most people have an idea of where they would like their career to end up; however, most may not know the exact path that they will take to get there. Join T.J. as he discusses how having a willingness to try different facets of the arts led to having many unique experiences within his own path, and how “keeping your mind open” can lead to endless opportunities for growth within your career!
Todd “T.J.” Tressler is a Music Business Technology graduate from Owens Community College. Prior to his time at Owens, he had experience in Graphic Design, Videography, and Film. While enrolled at Owens, T.J. tried out many different aspects of the arts, such as Audio Recording, Music Technology, Music Business, and Live Sound. During this time, he also was a DJ for Owens Community College Radio, and completed his internship at Glass City Radio. Post-graduation, T.J. moved to Southern California and became an Audio-Visual Event Technician with Encore Global, where he utilizes his well-versed knowledge of the arts by combining audio, video, and lighting to create spectacular events for clients.
Friday, March 3, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Taking Advantage of Your Resources
Host: Krista Kiessling
Join Krista as she shares the good news of useful and helpful on and off – campus resources for students.
Krista Kiessling, Director of the Center for Campus and Community Connections at Owens is always seeking networking opportunities and support from others in the fields of service learning, student resource support, college student homelessness, community gardening, food insecurity and social justice activism.
Friday, March 17, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Networking Fair & Symposium De-Briefing
Host: Denise Grupp-Verbon
Participate in a discussion about your experiences during the 2023 Networking Fair & Symposium.
Denise Grupp-Verbon is the Internship Manager for the School of Liberal Arts. She has placed over 140 internships. She is a working harpist and performs with her husband in a harp and acoustic guitar duo called TAPESTRY.
Friday, March 31, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Intro to Songwriting
Host: Eric Wallack
Mr. Wallack will share tips and strategies for developing lyrics and the music for songwriting projects, and for maintaining the creativity, energy and enthusiasm necessary to sustain all types of creative endeavors.
Eric Wallack is a Professor of Music at Owens Community College. He is a specialist in plucked string instruments.
Friday, April 14, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Preparing for your Internship
Host: Denise Grupp-Verbon
What can you be doing to prepare for your internship? Join us for a discussion of tips as you get closer to that exciting day!
Denise Grupp-Verbon is the Internship Manager for the School of Liberal Arts. She has placed over 140 internships. She is a working harpist and performs with her husband in a harp and acoustic guitar duo called TAPESTRY.
Friday, April 28, 2023 | noon – 1 p.m.
Always say “Yes”! A discussion about your experiential opportunities.
Hosts: Denise Grupp-Verbon, Rob Thomas, Rob Ticherich, Eric Wallack
You have been encouraged to say “yes” and participate in experiential learning opportunities, but what are they exactly? Join us for a discussion of the possibilities, both on and off-campus.