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Owens Community College Accepting Applications for Fall Police Academy Program

Posted on May 7th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Students considering a career in law enforcement can pursue such an opportunity at Owens Community College as the academic institution is now accepting applications for the upcoming fall Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

During the seven-month program, Owens police academy students will take courses in patrol operations, firearms, defensive tactics, criminal investigation, constitutional law and physical conditioning using modern, high-tech police equipment. Participants will receive expert instruction from local police officers, sheriff’s deputies and corrections officers, as well as state and federal agents. In addition, coursework earned by police academy graduates will apply toward an associate degree at Owens in law enforcement.

Local law enforcement agencies where Owens graduates have been employed include the Lucas County Sheriff’s Department, Maumee Police Department, Northwood Police Department, Perrysburg City Police Department, Perrysburg Township Police Department, Sylvania City Police Department, Sylvania Township Police Department, Toledo Police Department, the Wood County Sheriff’s Department, Findlay Police Department, Hancock County Sheriff’s Department, Hardin County Sheriff’s Department, Henry County Sheriff’s Department and Fostoria Police Department.

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Application packets must be requested by May 17. Applications for fall academy classes should be completed and returned to the College during the week of June 18-21. Fall police academy program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, as well as at the Arrowhead Park Learning Center in Maumee and the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Announces Basic Motorcycle Safety Training Classes for Upcoming Spring, Summer and Fall Months

Posted on March 27th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area motorcycle enthusiasts interested in enhancing their knowledge about safe driving are invited to enroll in upcoming Motorcycle Safety Training classes offered through Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services. The classes will occur during the months March through October.

The College’s Motorcycle Safety Training is the only basic motorcycle-rider course offered in Wood County and is one of only 22 permanent training locations in Ohio. Owens’ motorcycle safety training is a three-day course, which occurs on Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. Initial classes will take place Thursday-Sunday, March 29 – April 1.

Motorcycle Ohio is regarded as the premier motorcycle safety and education program in the state, having enhanced the riding skills of over 115,000 motorcyclists since its founding in 1987. The organization has 22 permanent training locations throughout Ohio and one mobile program, as well as a fleet of 450 training motorcycles, helmets and over 250 instructors. Motorcycle Ohio’s Basic Rider Course or “Riding and Street Skills” was first made available to the public in 1988, while the Experienced Rider Course was added in 1992. An Instructor Preparation Course is available for experienced motorcyclists interested in becoming a Motorcycle Ohio instructor.

The Basic Rider Course requires 16 hours of educational learning. Four hours will occur within a classroom at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. Classroom topics will include introduction to motorcycling, preparing to ride and street strategies. The final 12 hours will be held as part of practice riding sessions at Owens’ 250 feet by 500 feet defensive driving pad adjacent to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center in Perrysburg Township. The practice riding sessions will feature educational training within the areas of motorcycle familiarization, limited-space maneuvers, using the friction zone, negotiating curves, obstacles and lane changes, avoiding hazards and matching gears to speed, among other topics.

Attendees will be provided with motorcycles, helmets and a student workbook. Individuals must show proof of a Motorcycle Endorsement on their driver’s license or a valid Temporary Motorcycle permit in order to participate in the course.

In its first five years at Owens, the basic motorcycle-rider class has trained over 2,180 individuals during the spring, summer and fall months.

The cost to participate in the class is only $25. Space is limited to 12 riders per class. For additional information, contact the College’s Workforce and Community Services at (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357. Individuals can register online at www.motorcycle.ohio.gov ( http://www.motorcycle.ohio.gov/ ).

Owens Community College Offers Spring ACT Preparation Class, March 19 – April 9

Posted on February 28th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in March and April. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, March 19 – April 9, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

During each of the four sessions, students will be tutored in all five sections of the ACT test. The actual ACT is comprised of one test in each of the following areas: English, math, reading, science reasoning and writing. In addition to being tutored in these areas through one-on-one teaching, students will learn traditional testing strategies such as how to take a timed test and how to find the elusive answer to a difficult question.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is April 14. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Announces Spring Junior LEGO Engineering Class, Feb. 8-29

Posted on January 11th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area youth ages 5 through 7 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services offers a spring Junior LEGO Engineering class, Feb. 8-29.

The spring Junior LEGO Engineering class will occur Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

“Owens Community College’s LEGO Engineering class continues to serve as one of the most popular continuing education programs among children and parents and we look forward to continuing to offer these and other academic classes, which promote science, mathematics and creative thinking in a fun, engaging environment,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative.

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, Junior LEGO Engineering class attendees will learn to design and build models through the use of fixed and movable pulleys, gears, levers, wheels, axles, forces and belt drives. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic learning process.

The registration cost for the spring Junior LEGO Engineering class is $89. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Unveils New Dental Assisting Certificate Program

Posted on November 22nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College is expanding its educational opportunities within the Department of Dental Hygiene by announcing the creation of a new Dental Assisting Certificate Program. The new academic certificate program is being offered to area residents for the first time during the current Fall Semester on the Toledo-area Campus.

The College’s new certificate program recently received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents.

“Owens Community College’s Dental Hygiene Department is proud to offer an academic pathway that will meet the needs of the health care community throughout Northwest Ohio and beyond,” said Beth Tronolone, Owens Chair of Dental Hygiene. “The demand for dental assistant professionals is growing as a result of dental practices expanding their need for dental auxiliary utilization. Trained dental assistants play an invaluable role in providing dental service and this new program is designed to assist students in pursuing their career aspirations in dental care.”

Owens’ certificate in dental assisting requires 39 credit hours of coursework, which includes dental sciences, infection control, dental materials, dental radiography, chairside assisting and medical ethics, among other academic curriculum. The new educational program is designed to prepare students for employment in the health care dental industry. Additionally, students will receive experiential learning in the College’s state-of-the-art Dental Hygiene Clinic on the Toledo-area Campus as well as at the Dental Center of Northwest Ohio and area dental offices.

Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions as dental assistants in private dental offices, hospitals, correctional institutions, dental clinics, in the armed forces, and federal, state and municipal health departments. Responsibilities as a dental assistant can include assisting the dentist with examinations and fillings, preparing and sterilizing instruments, exposing and organizing radiographs, maintaining infection control, performing laboratory procedures and performing reception and office management procedures.

Program admission is selective and requires submission of a complete application file that includes a college application, high school transcripts or GED record and college transcripts (if applicable). Upon program completion, students will have the opportunity to sit for the Dental Assisting Certification Examination administered by the Commission of Ohio Dental Assistant Certification.

In addition to the new Dental Assisting Certificate Program, the Department of Dental Hygiene offers academic programs inDental Hygiene and Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary.

For additional information about Owens’ new academic program, call (567) 661-7374 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7374.

Owens Center for Emergency Preparedness Offers New Personal Safety and Security Classes, Nov. 12 and 15

Posted on November 4th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing their personal safety and situational awareness are invited to participate in a new Personal Safety and Security Class offered through Owens Community College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness, Nov. 12 and 15.

Two separate four-hour classes will take place at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness. The first class will occur on Saturday (Nov. 12) from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., while a second class will take place on Tuesday (Nov. 15) from 6-10 p.m. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a new community public safety class, which is intended to increase a person’s situational awareness so that they may recognize the potential for danger and take steps ahead of time to avoid it,” said Michael Cornell, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness.

During the four-hour class, attendees will receive knowledge and expertise in the areas of situational awareness, basic self-defense, tasers, pepper spray, mace, stun guns and collapsible batons. Additionally, students will learn about how to create a safe room/office as well as practice hands-on self-defense moves and the proper use of self-defense weapons. Individuals are encouraged to wear exercise clothing and athletic shoes.

The Center for Emergency Preparedness is the premier all-hazards national training facility located at Owens Community College. As the world continues to change so will the critical training demands for the men and women who place themselves in harm’s way. The Center for Emergency Preparedness is dedicated to securing the homeland and assuring the safety of our citizens by building a well-trained community of first responders, first receivers and allied professionals who are ready to safely respond to and mitigate the effects of an all-hazards event.

The cost of the personal safety class is $35. For more information, or to register, call (567) 661-2411 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2411.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Accepting Applications For Spring Police Academy Program

Posted on September 30th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Students considering a career in law enforcement can pursue such an opportunity by enrolling in the Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program at the Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 11. Police Academy Program classes begin in January.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces Free Computer Classes in October and November

Posted on September 29th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills with computers and the Internet are invited to participate in free continuing education computer classes as Owens Community College and the non-profit Connect Ohio organization announce new academic opportunities during the months of October and November.

The educational initiative, titled Every Citizen Online, is being led by Connect Ohio as part of a $6.9 million federal grant the organization has received to help expand access to broadband Internet to consumers across the state. Each class will highlight computer basics, an introduction to the Internet and discussion about how broadband can be helpful in daily life.

Owens will offer free hands-on computer classes at three locations in October and November as part of the Every Citizen Online project. The three locations are the Owens Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo, the Owens Learning Center at Arrowhead Park in Maumee and the Owens Findlay-area Campus in Findlay.

The six-hour computer classes will take place Oct. 11 and 18 from 6-9 p.m. and Nov. 7 and 14 from 6-9 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center. Classes will also occur Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 and 8 from 6-8 p.m. at the Owens Learning Center at The Source. The final computer class session will be held on the College’s Findlay-area Campus Nov. 3 and 10 from 6-9 p.m.

Connect Ohio is a non-profit public-private partnership, whose mission is to see all Ohioans connected to the benefits of high-speed Internet service. The organization’s federal grant was awarded through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP).

For more information, or to register for the free classes, individuals can contact the College’s Workforce and Community Services at (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS extension 7357.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Unveils New Popular Music Certificate Program

Posted on July 26th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area musicians interested in expanding their musical skills and talents in such areas of popular music, arranging, composing and performance will now have the opportunity to begin their educational journey at Owens Community College as the academic institution’s Department Fine and Performing Arts unveils a new Popular Music Certificate Program. Beginning Fall Semester 2011, the new academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area Campus.

“Owens Community College’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts is excited to expand our academic curriculum specific to the popular music concentration area and offer this region’s first popular music certificate program,” said Dr. Douglas Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The interest in popular music continues to grow within our country, which has resulted in many individuals wanting to follow their musical passion and pursue personal or professional interests as musicians. The new certificate was created to support the future of popular music and to assist students in furthering their existing interests and skills as songwriters, composers, directors and performers within this growing field.”

Owens’ certificate in popular music will require 22 credit hours of coursework, which includes music theory, aural skills, song writing, audio recording, theory of popular music and small group ensemble, among other academic curriculum. The new educational program is designed to prepare students for employment in the popular music industry. Students will develop strong knowledge in performance, songwriting and arranging, as well as obtain experiential learning specific to basic recording techniques.

Additionally, Owens students will have the opportunity to utilize state-of-the-art recording technology classrooms, computer laboratories complete with innovative music industry-specific software and a studio space with audio equipment that includes mixers, processors, microphones and instruments. Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions as songwriters, music directors, rock/pop band performers and composers/arrangers.

For additional information about Owens’ new Popular Music Certificate Program, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces New Exercise Science Concentration Associate Degree

Posted on July 19th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is expanding its educational opportunities within the School of Health Sciences by announcing the establishment of a new Exercise Science Concentration Associate Degree. Beginning Fall Semester 2011, the new academic degree will be offered on the Findlay-area and Toledo-area campuses.

“Owens Community College’s School of Health Sciences is excited to offer a new career pathway in the preventative wellness fields for students who are passionate about promoting and supporting active living,” said Marie Vasquez-Brooks, Owens Chair of Allied Health. “The new program concentration provides practical, hands-on experience working with individuals to make a positive lifestyle change that will keep our community healthy.”

Vasquez-Brooks added, “Health care professionals in today’s ever-changing world are challenged to prevent as well as treat. This new academic curriculum demonstrates our College’s commitment to prepare the next generation of wellness advocates to lead the way in all areas of prevention, ranging from research to recreational facilities.”

Owens’ associate degree in exercise science will require approximately 73 credit hours of coursework, which includes anatomy and physiology, the science of nutrition, life span psychology, medical ethics, athletic strength and conditioning, exercise technology and fitness assessment, biomechanics and exercise physiology, among other academic curriculum.

The new associate degree is designed to prepare students for employment as exercise science professionals within the health field. During the program, students will learn assessment techniques and methods specific to enhancing cardio respiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, body composition and flexibility in relation to comprehensive wellness. Individuals will also apply knowledge of the components and functions of the human anatomy and the body in motion as related to exercise training.

Additionally, Owens students will have the opportunity to design training programs based upon evaluation, goal setting, accepted training principles and maintenance of health levels of fitness. Experiential learning also includes identifying, evaluating, operating and providing instruction on various types of exercise equipment.

The degree is designed to prepare students to continue their academic aspirations at area four-year institutions and pursue a bachelor’s degree in such programs as sports management, athletic training, exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology, and leisure and recreation. Upon program completion, individuals will also be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions as fitness coaches, personal trainers and aerobics instructors.

For additional information about Owens’ new Exercise Science Concentration Associate Degree, call (567) 429-3181 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 3181.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces New Music Business Technology Degree Program

Posted on July 6th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Aspiring musicians, producers and recording engineers interested in enhancing their knowledge specific to the business side of the music industry will now have opportunity to pursue educational opportunities at Owens Community College as the School of Arts and Sciences unveils a new Music Business Technology Associate Degree Program. Beginning Fall Semester 2011, the new academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area Campus.

The two-year associate degree program recently received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents.

“The modern-day music industry is constantly changing and evolving, which makes it imperative that professionals within this field are on the cutting edge from a music and business perspective,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “Owens Community College is pleased to announce the establishment of a new Music Business Technology Degree Program that is designed to prepare students for careers in the highly competitive global music business environment. We want our students to become leaders in shaping the industry’s future.”

Owens’ associate degree in music business technology will require approximately 73 credit hours of coursework, which includes fundamentals of music, music business, audio recording, MIDI technology, accounting for small business, entrepreneurial marketing and contemporary business, among other academic curriculum.

The new program is designed to prepare students for employment in the music industry. Students will develop strong knowledge in producing recordings in conventional and digital formats, as well as obtain experiential learning specific to basic songwriting, artist management and booking, music production and sales, marketing and promotions, copyright and associated law, studio management and publishing. Individuals will also produce and critique sound recordings that demonstrate mastery over basic audio production values and techniques.

Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions as musicians, vocalists, composers, producers and recording engineers.

In addition to the new Music Business Technology Associate Degree Program, the Department of Fine and Performing Arts offers a Music Business Technology Certificate Program.

For additional information about Owens’ new Music Business Technology Associate Degree Program, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Unveils Northwest Ohio’s First Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program

Posted on June 13th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents with aspirations of learning how to grow, maintain, harvest, store and distribute local produce and animal products will now have the opportunity to begin their educational journey at Owens Community College as the academic institution’s Department of Science unveils a new Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program. Beginning Fall Semester 2011, the new academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township and at The Source Learning Center in downtown Toledo.

“Owens Community College is excited to expand our academic curriculum specific to the urban agricultural concentration area and offer this region’s first Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program,” said Matthew Ross, Owens Faculty Member of Urban Agriculture. “The popularity of community gardening, especially within urban areas, has grown immensely within the last few years as result of increased awareness of our food systems and the desire of local residents to grow their own produce for economic and health reasons. The new Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program will provide a higher educational opportunity for individuals to follow their passion and career aspirations within this growing field.”

Owens’ Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program will require 26 credit hours of coursework, which includes plant science, soil science, greenhouse management, urban livestock and animal husbandry, organic gardening and food systems management, harvest and post-harvest technology, and urban horticulture and sustainability, among other academic curriculum.

The new program is designed to prepare students for various employment opportunities within the agricultural industry. Students will develop strong knowledge and an array of proficiencies ranging from community gardening activities to raising livestock in an urban environment. Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills specific to assisting with the development of community garden initiatives, agricultural entrepreneurship and community supported agriculture.

Students will also have the opportunity to participate in various experiential learning laboratory projects at Toledo GROWs’ Oneida Greenhouse in Toledo.

In addition to the new Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program, the Department of Science offers academic programs in Landscape and Turfgrass Management and Golf Course/Athletic Field Management.

For additional information about Owens’ new Urban Agriculture and Sustainability Certificate Program, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces New Interior Design Degree Program

Posted on June 8th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is enhancing its educational opportunities within the School of Arts and Sciences by announcing the creation of a new Interior Design Associate Degree Program. Beginning Fall Semester 2011, the new academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area Campus.

The two-year associate degree program recently received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents.

“Owens Community College is extremely excited to expand our fine and performing arts educational opportunities and offer a new Interior Design Degree Program to students and the surrounding communities,” said Dr. Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The Department of Fine and Performing Arts’ Interior Design Certificate Program, which was established several years ago, has grown in enrollment and popularity among students during the past several years. The creation of the new Interior Design Degree Program will open new doors for students and help support the continued growth and development of the field of interior design.”

Owens’ associate degree in interior design will require approximately 65 credit hours of coursework, which includes introduction to interior design, fundamentals of drawing floor plans, history of interior design, fundamentals of lighting for interiors, textiles, furniture, fixtures and equipment, environmentally responsible design and CAD for interiors basics, among other academic curriculum.

The new program is designed to prepare students for employment in the field of interior design. Students will develop strong knowledge in residential and contract design, as well as learn about technical drawing, rendering and CAD design, color theory and furnishings. Additionally, Owens students will have the opportunity to utilize state-of-the-art finishing rooms, computer laboratories complete with innovative CAD software and a natural lighting studio space.

Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions specific to drafting, interior design and interior construction management, among other opportunities.

In addition to the new Interior Design Associate Degree Program, the Department of Fine and Performing Arts offers an Interior Design Certificate Program.

For additional information about Owens’ new Interior Design Associate Degree Program, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7081.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College to Host New Drawing from Nature Youth Camp, June 20 – July 18

Posted on June 7th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 7 through 14 will have the opportunity to combine their interests of drawing and nature in a hands-on creative learning environment as Owens Community College serves as host to its first-ever Drawing from Nature Youth Camp, June 20 – July 18.

The Drawing from Nature Youth Camp will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. The four-week camp will take place Mondays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. for ages 7 through 10 and from 1-4 p.m. for ages 11 through 14. No classes will occur on Monday, July 4.

“Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is excited to expand its continuing education programming and offer a hands-on camp, which combines art and nature,” saidRhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative.“The new Drawing from Nature Youth Camp allows attendees to express themselves artistically and explore our natural surroundings within a unique experiential learning environment.”

Camp attendees will have the chance to receive hands-on learning specific to creative and traditional drawing techniques, which will be used to fill sketchbooks with studies from natural surroundings. Traditional art tools such as pencils, charcoal, ink and crayons will be used during the camp along with “found tools”, which will include sticks, reeds and grasses to create drawings of natural design.

Every week will consist of a different activity using various compositions and media to create a piece of artwork for the camp participants. Among the creative and traditional drawing techniques which will be incorporated into the camp curriculum are stippling, cross-hatching, shading, ink drawing, brush and ink wash, and watercolor. Sketchbooks will be displayed at the camp’s conclusion.

The new Drawing from Nature Youth Camp will be taught by Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts Gary Wittenmyer. Wittenmyer has garnered regional and national acclaim for his artistic expressions in gallery and art exhibitions in Ohio, Indiana and Minnesota. His work currently appears at the Toledo Museum of Art in the Collector’s Corner location.

Registration for the camp is $125. For more information, or to register, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College to Host Heroes Youth Camp, June 13-15 and July 11-13

Posted on May 16th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 8 through 17 will have the opportunity to place themselves in shoes of first responders and explore the areas of emergency medical service, law enforcement and fire service as Owens Community College hosts Heroes Youth Camp, June 13-15 and July 11-13.

The Heroes Youth Camp will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again provide a continuing education program that brings emergency medical service, law enforcement and fire service alive through fun, hands-on learning activities that are in a controlled, safe environment,” said Michael Cornell, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness. “Attendees will have the opportunity of a lifetime to experience the first responders’ profession and how these individuals go about saving and protecting people’s lives on a daily basis.”

The College will offer two separate age-appropriate class sections as part of the new continuing education programming in June and July. The first class section will explore basic first aid/CPR, introduce attendees to an air ambulance and discuss prevention of head injury and helmet safety. Campus instruction will also include K-9 demonstrations, firearm safety and crime prevention, as well as evacuation steps to take in a house fire emergency. Additionally, camp participants will be introduced to police cars, fire trucks and hose lines. The first class is for ages 8 through 12 and will occur June 13-15 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A second class for the same age group will take place July 11-13 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

The second class section is for ages 13 through 17 and will occur June 13-15 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A second class for ages 13 through 17 will take place July 11-13 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The second class section will feature similar topics and activities as the younger age group as well as target practice using non-firearm air soft trainers. In addition, attendees will experience a mock bank robbery where they will ride along with a SWAT team, attack a structure fire inside the College’s virtual fire training system, repel off an indoor training tower and use the Jaws of Life to rescue a simulated victim trapped inside a vehicle.

All Heroes Youth Camp Program staff are state-certified Emergency Service Instructors who are active in the emergency services fields. For more information, or to register, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357, or (567) 661-2411 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2411.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces New Motorcycle Safety Training Experienced Rider Course

Posted on May 5th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services is expanding its Motorcycle Safety Training class offerings and partnership with Motorcycle Ohio by announcing the addition of a new Experienced Rider Course. The first class will take place on Saturday, May 14.

The College’s new Experienced Rider Course will require six hours of experiential riding at Owens’ 250 feet by 500 feet defensive driving pad adjacent to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center in Perrysburg Township. Each class will occur from 2-8 p.m. on the Toledo-area Campus. Other dates in which the new class is scheduled during months May through September are July 23 and Sept. 17.

“Owens Community College is excited to expand its partnership with Motorcycle Ohio and offer a new Experience Rider Course to complement the already highly successful Basic Rider Course,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative and Motorcycle Safety Training Coordinator. “In its first four years at Owens, the Motorcycle Safety Training class has trained over 1,700 individuals during the spring, summer and fall months and we expect that total to grow with the addition of the new educational course.”

Hogrefe added, “Motorcycle rider training experience reduces accident involvement. We do not want individuals to become a motorcycle fatality statistic.”

The Experienced Rider Course is designed to provide an experienced/endorsed rider with knowledge and skills to improve control and minimize risks while riding with a passenger. Additionally, class attendees will learn how their motorcycle handles in basic and crash-avoidance maneuvers. Topics and range exercises will also include control at low speed, stropping quickly, cornering finesse, multiple curves, limited-space maneuvers, control-skills practice and hazard avoidance, among others.

In addition to the new Experienced Rider Course, Owens offers a 16-hour Basic Rider Course. The three-day course occurs on Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays during the months March through October. Four hours take place within a classroom at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee and highlight the introduction to motorcycling, preparing to ride and street strategies. The final 12 hours are held as part of practice riding sessions at Owens’ defensive driving pad.

Motorcycle Ohio is regarded as the premier motorcycle safety and education program in the state, having enhanced the riding skills of over 115,000 motorcyclists since its founding in 1987. The organization has 20 permanent training locations throughout Ohio and one mobile program, as well as a fleet of 450 training motorcycles, helmets and over 250 instructors. Motorcycle Ohio’s Basic Rider Course or “Riding and Street Skills” was first made available to the public in 1988, while the Experienced Rider Course was added in 1992. An Instructor Preparation Course is available for experienced motorcyclists interested in becoming a Motorcycle Ohio instructor.

Similar to the College’s Basic Rider Course, attendees will be provided with motorcycles, helmets and a student workbook. Individuals must show proof of a Motorcycle Endorsement on their driver’s license or a valid Temporary Motorcycle permit in order to participate in the course.

The cost to participate in the class is only $25, while individuals under 18 years of age can enroll for free. Space is limited to 12 riders per class. For additional information, contact the College’s Workforce and Community Services at (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357. Individuals can register online at www.motorcycle.ohio.gov ( http://www.motorcycle.ohio.gov/ )by clicking on the Wood County icon.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Accepting Applications for Fall Police Academy

Posted on May 4th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Students considering a career in law enforcement can pursue such an opportunity by enrolling in the Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Local law enforcement agencies where Owens graduates have been employed include the Findlay Police Department, Hancock County Sheriff’s Department, Hardin County Sheriff’s Department, Henry County Sheriff’s Department and Fostoria Police Department.

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by June 24. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Accepting Applications for Fall Police Academy

Posted on May 3rd, 2011

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by June 24. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Offers Spring ACT Preparation Class, May 9 – June 6

Posted on April 22nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a class titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in May and June. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, May 9 – June 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is June 11. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Announces Motorcycle Safety Training Classes for Upcoming Spring, Summer and Fall Months

Posted on March 22nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area motorcycle enthusiasts interested in enhancing their knowledge about safe driving are invited to enroll in upcoming Motorcycle Safety Training classes offered through Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services. The classes will occur during the months March through October.

The College’s Motorcycle Safety Training is the only basic motorcycle-rider course offered in Wood County and is one of only 20 permanent training locations in Ohio. Owens’ motorcycle safety training is a three-day course, which occurs on Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. Initial classes will take place Thursday-Sunday, March 24-27.

Motorcycle Ohio is regarded as the premier motorcycle safety and education program in the state, having enhanced the riding skills of over 115,000 motorcyclists since its founding in 1987. The organization has 20 permanent training locations throughout Ohio and one mobile program, as well as a fleet of 450 training motorcycles, helmets and over 250 instructors. Motorcycle Ohio’s Basic Rider Course or “Riding and Street Skills” was first made available to the public in 1988, while the Experienced Rider Course was added in 1992. An Instructor Preparation Course is available for experienced motorcyclists interested in becoming a Motorcycle Ohio instructor.

The Motorcycle Safety Training class requires 16 hours of coursework. Four hours will occur within a classroom at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. Classroom topics will include introduction to motorcycling, preparing to ride and street strategies. The final 12 hours will be held as part of practice riding sessions at Owens’ 250 feet by 500 feet defensive driving pad adjacent to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center in Perrysburg Township. The practice riding sessions will feature educational training within the areas of motorcycle familiarization, limited-space maneuvers, using the friction zone, negotiating curves, obstacles and lane changes, avoiding hazards and matching gears to speed, among other topics.

In its first four years at Owens, the Motorcycle Safety Training class has trained over 1,700 individuals during the spring, summer and fall months.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces Spring Advanced LEGO Engineering Program, March 16 – April 6

Posted on March 2nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth in grades four through eight are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services offers an advanced spring LEGO Engineering Program class, March 16 – April 6.

The spring advanced LEGO Engineering Program class will occur Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

“Owens Community College is excited to provide continuing education programming that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “The LEGO Engineering Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes, while at the same time having fun.”

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, LEGO Engineering class attendees will learn to design and build models through the use of fixed and movable pulleys, gears and gears ratios, levers, wheels, axles, forces and belt drives. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques. Building on the Junior LEGO Engineering class, the advanced educational program will also focus on more intricate projects that use gear mathematics, ratchets, drive trains and motorized systems.

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic learning process.

The registration cost for the spring LEGO Engineering Program class is $89. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Offers Spring ACT Preparation Class, March 14 – April 4

Posted on March 1st, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in March and April. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, March 14 – April 4, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is April 9. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces Free Spring ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, Feb. 21 – May 4

Posted on February 14th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a college education as Owens Community College presents a free “QuickStart to College” program, Feb. 21 – May 4.

The free ten-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place Mondays and Wednesdays (Feb. 21 – May 4) from 9-10:50 a.m. in Heritage Hall Room 103. The classes will occur on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Additionally, Owens will make available the “QuickStart to College” program on Wednesdays (Feb. 23 – May 4) from 12-3:50 p.m. in Room 135 at the College’s Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo.

Owens’ free “QuickStart to College” comprehensive program features an array of educational initiatives, including academic preparation, coaching and embracing the expectations of college-level studies. Additionally, students will participate in activities designed to promote enhanced learning and develop necessary study and life skills for college success. Individuals will also learn and obtain an in-depth understanding of the language, culture and resources of Owens through the program, as well as receive information specific to the financial aid process and academic placement testing. Free math, reading and writing tutorials are also offered to program participants. In addition, each student will receive three college credit hours toward an Owens education upon course completion.

Funding for Owens’ academic initiative is being made possible through a three-year $522,200 grant from the Lumina Foundation for Education, which is an Indianapolis-based private foundation dedicated to expanding access to and success in education beyond high school. Owens is one of only three academic institutions statewide to receive funding in 2008 for the program. The other two colleges are Rhodes State College in Lima and Zane State College in Zanesville.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to College” program, individuals must have obtained their High School Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation is required for students on their first day of class. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 661-2990 for the Toledo-area Campus classes or (567) 661-2732 for the Learning Center at The Source classes.

Owens Community College is an accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Announces Spring Junior LEGO Engineering Program, Feb. 2-23

Posted on January 7th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 5 through 7 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services offers a spring Junior LEGO Engineering Program class, Feb. 2-23.

The spring Junior LEGO Engineering Program class will occur Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

“Owens Community College’s LEGO Engineering Program continues to serve as one of the most popular continuing education programs among children and parents and we look forward to continuing to offer these and other academic classes, which promote science, mathematics and creative thinking in a fun, engaging environment,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative.

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic learning process.

The registration cost for the spring Junior LEGO Engineering Program class is $89. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College is a fully accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Community College Unveils Northwest Ohio’s Only Private Armed Security Training Academy

Posted on October 20th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in a career as a private security officer will now have the opportunity to pursue their educational training at Owens Community College as the academic institution announces the establishment of a new Private Armed Security Training Academy. Owens’ Private Armed Security Training Academy will take place Jan. 24 – March 9.

The new Private Armed Security Training Academy classes will occur at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness, which is located on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The initial academy will take place Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

“The need for highly skilled private security officers is greater than ever before as more and more businesses are relying on private security to ensure that their organizations are safe and secure. Also, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has stated that the armed private security force will play a vital role in the future protection of our nation’s critical infrastructure,” said Michael Cornell, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness. “Owens Community College is proud to offer the region’s only Private Armed Security Training Academy and help in preparing area residents for careers within the growing field of private security.”

During the seven-week program, Owens private armed security academy students will take courses in the role of private security personnel, overview of the legal system, criminal law, search and seizure, crisis situations, unarmed self defense, armed response, report writing, first aid/CPR, personnel security, crime prevention, patrol techniques and crowd control, among other curriculum. Participants will receive expert instruction from Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) approved law enforcement officials.

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Private Armed Security Training Academy graduates also become eligible for certification as an Ohio private security officer. Curriculum is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission and supported by American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) International.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for the new academy should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 12. For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Accepting Applications for Spring Police Academy Program

Posted on October 14th, 2010

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 12. Police Academy Program classes begin in January.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Accepting Applications for Spring Police Academy Program

Posted on October 13th, 2010

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 12. Police Academy Program classes begin in January.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Community College Offers Fall ACT Preparation Class, Sept. 27 – Oct. 18

Posted on September 22nd, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in September and October. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, Sept. 27 – Oct. 18, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is in October. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces Free Fall ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, Sept. 28 – Dec. 9

Posted on September 10th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a college education as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus presents a free “QuickStart to College” program, Sept. 28 – Dec. 9.

The free ten-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place from 12-2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Room 021 on the Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

In addition, each student will receive three college credit hours toward an Owens education upon course completion.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to Success” program, individuals must have obtained their high school Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation will take place in conjunction with the first day of class on Sept. 28. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

One of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio, Owens Community College is a fully accredited two-year, state-assisted institution of higher education that has served Northwest Ohio since 1965. With a commitment to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability, the College serves the diverse academic needs of credit and non-credit students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.
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Owens Community College Announces Free Fall ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, Sept. 27 – Dec. 8

Posted on September 1st, 2010

The free ten-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place Mondays and Wednesdays (Sept. 27 – Dec. 8) from 9-11 a.m. in College Hall Room 204 and Tuesdays (Sept. 28 – Dec. 7) from 12-4 p.m. in College Hall Room 200. The two separate class offerings will occur on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Additionally, Owens will make available the “QuickStart to College” program on Wednesdays (Sept. 29 – Dec. 8) from 11:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. in Room 107 at the College’s Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo.

21 Owens Students Begin Educational Journey Through National Project DEgree Student Success Program, Aug. 30

Posted on August 30th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Twenty-one Owens Community College students will begin their academic journey toward a college education, with the support of national student success program, as they have been selected to participate in the Project DEgree initiative.

Owens’ Project DEgree program begins on Monday, Aug. 30 with an orientation for the participating students in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128. The orientation will begin with opening remarks and an icebreaker activity from 9-9:30 a.m. Attendees will also receive a Project DEgree program overview, as well as hear from Owens faculty and staff throughout the daylong activities. Math and reading assessment testing will take place from 9:30-10:25 a.m. and 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Teambuilding activities will commence from 10:35-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. The orientation will conclude with a review of class schedules, a self-evaluation, the introduction of Owens staff and a campus tour from 2:10-3:30 p.m.

Earlier this year, Owens was selected by Gateway to College National Network to participate in a national pilot of Project DEgree to help students achieve success in their pursuit of a college education. Owens is receiving a $250,000 grant as part of the prestigious Project DEgree initiative. Over 100 students are expected to participate in the initial two-year pilot phase of the educational program.

Project DEgree is designed for 18-26 year olds who have earned a high school diploma or GED, but who still require further developmental education in order to be ready for college-level coursework. The program provides students with intensive individualized academic and social supports, offers an engaging project-based curriculum within a learning community, and helps students structure their lives so they can build and maintain the momentum necessary to complete their educational goals.

Once admitted to the program, Owens students become members of a learning community with 20 to 25 other Project DEgree participants. Together, they will take developmental coursework in reading and writing, a college survival and success course, and receive supplemental tutoring in math. After completing their initial courses, students will progress as a learning community. The group will participate in the next sequence of reading, writing and math classes, as well as a study skills course.

The second year of the Project DEgree initiative will see Owens students transition into college-level coursework and progress toward the certificate or degree of their choice. Students will be encouraged to take 12 credit hours of coursework each semester. Additionally, each individual will be supported by a completion advisor who works in collaboration with other advising staff, providing advising and connecting students to college resources and support services.

Gateway to College National Network is a national nonprofit organization that is tackling the dropout crisis and catalyzing change across developmental education in college. Organizational strategies include creating and replicating innovative programs, building partnerships, influencing systems, conducting research and sharing what they know, helping effect policy and regulatory changes, and providing customized consulting services. The National Network also offers training, technical assistance, and professional development opportunities to Gateway to College and Project DEgree programs across the country.

Owens Community College Introduces Northwest Ohio’s First Systems Security and Information Assurance Degree Program

Posted on August 6th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in an information security career will now have the opportunity to pursue their higher educational degree at Owens Community College as the academic institution’s School of Business and Information Systems unveils a new systems security and information assurance associate degree program. Beginning Fall Semester 2010, the new academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

The two-year associate degree program recently received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents and is the only systems security and information assurance academic program in Northwest Ohio.

“The need for highly skilled information security specialists is greater than ever before as more and more businesses are relying on information technology. Maintaining and securing these systems is vital to an organization to ensure that security threats ranging from damaging computer viruses to online credit card fraud and identity theft do not occur,” said Mazhar Anik, Owens Chair of Information Systems. “Owens Community College’s Department of Information Systems is proud to offer the region’s first systems security and information assurance degree program and help in preparing area residents for careers of today and tomorrow in the ever-changing global economy.”

Endorsed by the International Cyber Security in Education Coalition (IC-SEC) and the Center for System Security and Information Assurance (CSSIA), Owens’ associate degree in systems security and information assurance will require approximately 65 credit hours of coursework, which includes computer concepts and applications, networking technologies, cyber crime and information security, introduction to network security, internet security administration and introduction to criminal justice, among other academic curriculum.

The new program is designed to prepare students for various employment opportunities within the information security industry. Students will develop strong knowledge in securing and maintaining computer networks, as well as identifying and responding to various security threats and vulnerabilities. Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions as network support analysts, entry or junior security analysts, network specialists, system security specialists and information security specialists, among other opportunities.

Owens’ new program has met the National Training Standard for Information Systems Security Professionals as set forth by the Committee on National Security Systems and The National Security Agency. In addition to the new systems security and information assurance associate degree, the Department of Information Systems offers a certificate in network and systems security.

For additional information about Owens’ systems security and information assurance program, call (567) 661-7280 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7280.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Announces New Big Green Machine Program, July 26-29

Posted on July 20th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 10 through 14 will explore science, mathematics, nature and engineering in a unique academic setting as Owens Community College announces a new summer Big Green Machine Program, July 26-29.

The Big Green Machine Program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. The class will take place Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

“Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is excited to expand its continuing education programming and offer a hands-on science workshop, which focuses on using and conserving the earth’s environmental resources,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative.”The Big Green Machine Program allows attendees to think creatively and explore math, science, nature and engineering within a unique experiential learning environment.”

The College’s alternative science technology camp will feature four days of themed activities to include “Human Fingerprints Left on the Greenhouse”, “Life with a Little Solar Flare”, “A Big Gust of Wind” and “Let’s Get Un-Plugged”.

Big Green Machine Program attendees will learn about the causes of global warming, climate change and the greenhouse effect, as well as how the earth’s ionosphere depends on the rainforests, wetlands and seasonal changes to help regulate greenhouse gases. Students will also build their own biome and experiment with the effects of pollution and refrigeration.

Other activities will feature harnessing the sun’s energy through science projects that measure heat, solar power and electricity. Additionally, individuals will conduct experiments that collect, store and transport electrical energy from the sun and use those experiments to build and construct a solar hot water heater and a solar oven. Students will be able to test their inventions by cooking their own version of green eggs and ham (biscuits, bacon, fried eggs and green tea).

Finally, the alternative science technology camp will explore the energy provided by the ocean’s salt water and potential energy sources within fruits and vegetables. Students will have the opportunity to test their creative thinking skills by building a potato-powered clock and a LEGO automobile, which generates electricity through the use of a lemon-powered battery.

For more information about future classes, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Unveils Northwest Ohio’s First Commercial Photography Technology Degree Program

Posted on July 14th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is enhancing its educational opportunities within the School of Arts and Sciences by announcing the creation of a new commercial photography technology associate degree program. Beginning Fall Semester 2010, the new academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area Campus.

The two-year associate degree program recently received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents and is the only commercial photography technology academic program in Northwest Ohio.

“Owens Community College is extremely excited to expand our fine and performing arts educational opportunities and offer the region’s first commercial photography technology degree program to students and the surrounding communities,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The Department of Fine and Performing Arts’ photography programs have experienced phenomenal enrollment growth and popularity among students during the past several years. In a one-year span, the enrollment in photography increased by nearly 60 percent and the department anticipates even greater growth with this new academic program. The creation of the commercial photography technology degree program will open new doors for students and help support the continued growth and development of the photography industry.”

Owens’ associate degree in commercial photography technology will require approximately 70 credit hours of coursework, which includes contemporary business, black and white photography, introduction to visual communication, color photography, digital photography, studio photography, introduction to small business, and history and theory of photography, among other academic curriculum.

The new program is designed to prepare students for employment in the photographic industry. Students will develop strong knowledge in both traditional and digital photographic techniques, as well as learn darkroom skills for black and white and color processing and printing. Additionally, Owens students will acquire skills specific to digital image manipulation, enhancement and color management, and technical and creative control of studio lighting and all camera formats.

Owens commercial photography technology students will also have the opportunity to utilize the latest in innovative academic resources as the Department of Fine and Performing Arts unveils a new digital photography computer laboratory and a new photography large portrait and commercial studio for experiential learning this upcoming fall term. The new laboratory and studio will feature the latest in state-of-art technology and resources for enhancing teaching and learning highlighted by large and medium format professional printers, Wacom interactive pen display tablets, PocketWizard transreceiver/relay radio slave units, Apple MacBook laptops, and film and flatbed professional scanners, among academic resources.

Upon program completion, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in entry-level or higher employment positions as photographers, photographer’s assistant or photo technician in areas that include wedding, portrait, advertising, corporate and editorial/stock photography. Commercial photography career opportunities also include working as employees of other photographers as studio/location personnel specializing in digital imagining applications or in their own business as freelance photographers.

In addition to the new commercial photography technology associate degree program, the Department of Fine and Performing Arts offers an associate’s degree in photography for those with an interest in photography who intend to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in fine art photography, as well as a certificate in commercial photography technology.

For additional information about Owens’ commercial photography technology program, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces LEGO Robotics Academy Program, July 19-22

Posted on June 30th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area youth ages 10 through 14 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus offers its summer LEGO Robotics Academy Program, July 19-22.

The LEGO Robotics Academy Program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services and will take place in the Community Education and Wellness Center Room 124 on the Findlay-area Campus. Two separate classes will be available as part of the program and will take place Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m.

“Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is excited to provide continuing education program that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative “The LEGO Robotics Academy Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment.”

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, LEGO Robotics Academy Program attendees will learn to design, build and program their own remote controlled robot. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines, as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

According to Hogrefe, once the design process is completed, students will learn how to program their robot through wireless software communication to control light, touch, rotational sensors and motors.

“Each robot will be able to move, react and make sounds, which will amaze camp attendees,” explained Hogrefe. “Robotic creations are limitless and will leave endless possibilities for the young inventors.”

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic curriculum.

Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is dedicated to providing customer-driven workforce development, job training and continuing education for business, industry and area residents throughout Northwest Ohio. Workforce and Community Services’ learning-centered approach focuses on developing and enhancing professional skills to meet the needs of the community, customizing academic curriculum in the areas of professional development, computer and software applications, health and fitness, artful living, personal development, real estate, children’s programming, and apprenticeship-related training and skilled trades.

The registration fee for the LEGO Robotics Academy Program is $125. Class space is limited. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Announces LEGO Robotics Academy Program, July 12-15

Posted on June 21st, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 10 through 14 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College offers its annual summer LEGO Robotics Academy Program, July 12-15.

The LEGO Robotics Academy Program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. Two separate classes will be available as part of the program and will take place Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m.

“Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is excited to provide continuing education program that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative”The LEGO Robotics Academy Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment.”

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic curriculum.

The registration fee for the LEGO Robotics Academy Program is $125. Class space is limited. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Announces Free Summer ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, June 14 – Aug. 5

Posted on June 10th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a college education as the Owens Community College presents a free “QuickStart to College” program, June 14 – Aug. 5.

The free eight-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place Tuesdays and Wednesdays (June 15 – Aug. 4) from 11 a.m. – 1:50 p.m. in College Room 159 on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township, Wednesdays and Thursdays (June 16 – Aug. 5) from 1-3:50 p.m. in Room 104 at the College’s Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo, and Mondays and Wednesdays (June 14 – Aug. 4) from 10 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. in Room 144 at Owens’ Learning Center at Arrowhead Park in Maumee.

In addition, each student will receive three college credit hours toward an Owens education upon course completion.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to College” program, individuals must have obtained their high school Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation will take place in conjunction with the designated first day of class. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 661-2990 (Toledo-area Campus class) or (567) 661-2732 (The Source and Arrowhead Park Learning Center classes).

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces Free Summer ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, June 15 – Aug. 5

Posted on June 3rd, 2010

The free eight-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place from 10 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. on Tuesdays in Room 151 and on Thursdays in Room 144 at Findlay-area Campus Community Education and Wellness Center, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

In addition, each student will receive three college credit hours toward an Owens education upon course completion.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to Success” program, individuals must have obtained their high school Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation will take place in conjunction with the first day of class on June 15. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center May Schedule

Posted on May 3rd, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in May at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is one of only two Testing Centers in Hancock County to house the official GED examination and also provides educational testing services to the immediate area, including Allen, Hardin, Henry, Putnam, Seneca, Wood and Wyandot counties. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

The GED examination was created with the goal of providing individuals who do not finish high school with an opportunity to earn an Ohio High School Equivalence Diploma and advance their academic and career aspirations. Prior to taking the GED examinations, individuals are encouraged to attend free GED Preparation classes offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 6-8 p.m.

Owens’ GED Preparation classes are designed to help prepare students for success in passing the Ohio GED examination by building on a foundation of basic skills, including reading comprehension, science and mathematics. Owens’ GED Preparation classes are held in Room 150 on the Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Students need to attend both orientation dates. Orientations are offered on Monday, May 10 from 6-8 p.m. and on Tuesday, May 11 from 6-8 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program. The official Ohio GED examination cost $40.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Offers Spring ACT Preparation Class, May 10 – June 7

Posted on April 28th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in May and June. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, May 10 – June 7, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

In addition, Owens is offering the ACT preparation class on the Findlay-area Campus. The class will take place Wednesday evenings, May 12 – June 2, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is in June. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. The deadline for registration is Wednesday, May 5. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Announces Motorcycle Safety Training Program for Upcoming Spring, Summer and Fall Months

Posted on April 6th, 2010

The College’s Motorcycle Safety Training program is the only basic motorcycle-rider course offered in Wood County and is one of only 20 permanent training locations in Ohio. Owens’ motorcycle safety training is a three-day course, which occurs on Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. Initial classes will take place Thursday-Sunday, April 15-18.

Motorcycle Ohio is regarded as the premier motorcycle safety and education program in the state, having enhanced the riding skills of over 115,000 motorcyclists since its founding in 1987. The organization has 20 permanent training locations throughout Ohio and one mobile program, as well as a fleet of 450 training motorcycles, helmets and over 250 instructors. Motorcycle Ohio’s Basic Rider Course or “Riding and Street Skills” was first made available to the public in 1988, while the Experienced Rider Course was added in 1992. An Instructor Preparation Course is available for experienced motorcyclists interested in becoming a Motorcycle Ohio instructor.

The Motorcycle Safety Training program requires 16 hours of coursework. Four hours will occur within a classroom at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. Classroom topics will include introduction to motorcycling, preparing to ride and street strategies. The final 12 hours will be held as part of practice riding sessions at Owens’ 250 feet by 500 feet defensive driving pad adjacent to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center in Perrysburg Township. The practice riding sessions will feature educational training within the areas of motorcycle familiarization, limited-space maneuvers, using the friction zone, negotiating curves, obstacles and lane changes, avoiding hazards and matching gears to speed, among other topics.

In its first three years at Owens, the Motorcycle Safety Training program trained over 1,200 individuals during the spring, summer and fall months.

The cost to participate in the program is only $25, while individuals under 18 years of age can enroll for free. Space is limited to 12 riders per class. For additional information about the program, contact the College’s Workforce and Community Services at (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357. Individuals can register online at www.motorcycle.ohio.gov by clicking on the Wood County icon.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center April Schedule

Posted on March 29th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in April at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Students need to attend both orientation dates. Orientations are offered on Thursday, April 8 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and on Friday, April 9 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162, and on Monday, April 12 from 6-8 p.m. and on Tuesday, April 13 from 6-8 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, April 10. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Accepting Applications for Fall Police Academy

Posted on March 11th, 2010

“Owens Community College’s collaboration with the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission provides educational training for thousands of future law enforcement officials throughout Ohio,” said Bob Albright, Owens Coordinator of Public Service Training Programs. “Students who successfully complete the College’s Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program will become eligible for certification as an Ohio peace officer.”

Local law enforcement agencies where Owens graduates are employed include the Lucas County Sheriff’s Department, Maumee Police Department, Northwood Police Department, Perrysburg City Police Department, Perrysburg Township Police Department, Sylvania City Police Department, Sylvania Township Police Department, Toledo Police Department and the Wood County Sheriff’s Department.

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by June 17. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7621 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7621.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Accepting Applications for Fall Police Academy

Posted on March 9th, 2010

Local law enforcement agencies where Owens graduates are employed include the Findlay Police Department, Hancock County Sheriff’s Department, Hardin County Sheriff’s Department, Henry County Sheriff’s Department and Fostoria Police Department.

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by June 17. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7621 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7621.

Owens Community College to Host Free Career Planning Workshops, March 15-26

Posted on March 3rd, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a new career as Owens Community College presents several free workshops titled “Discovering Career Choices” in March.

Presented by Owens’ Career Services Office, the one-hour seminars will occur in the College Hall Career Center Room 151 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The workshops are free and open to the public, however, registration is required due to space limitations.

Four separate career workshops will be available for area residents, which will occur on Monday, March 15 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.; on Wednesday, March 17 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.; on Tuesday, March 23 from 8-9 a.m.; and on Friday, March 26 from 12-1 p.m.

“The ‘Discovering Career Choices’ workshop is a great opportunity for area residents to receive assistance in matching their career-relevant interests and abilities with potential career fields that maximize their talents,” said Dora Bensch, Owens Career Education Specialist. “Owens Community College is proud to provide such a community outreach service and a resource for individuals seeking advice and guidance in both the selection and pursuit of a career path.”

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to explore various career paths by participating in a personal interest inventory program. This inventory will match identified interests with occupations and what possible educational majors they could pursue at an academic institution. Additionally, attendees will receive career-specific literature and website information from Career Services representatives to further research potential occupations.

For more information, or to register, contact the College’s Career Services Office at (567) 661-7501 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7501.

Owens Arrowhead Park Learning Center Announces Free Spring ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, March 1 – May 5

Posted on February 25th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a college education as the Owens Community College Arrowhead Park Learning Center presents a free “QuickStart to College” program, March 1 – May 5.

The free program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place on Mondays from 12-2 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. – 1:50 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

In addition, each attendee will be provided an Owens Student Success mentor to assist them throughout the “QuickStart to College” program. Each student will also receive three college credit hours toward an Owens education upon course completion.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to Success” program, individuals must have obtained their high school Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation will take place in conjunction with the first day of class on March 1. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 661-2990 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2990.

New Owens Community College Concert Band Music to Ears of Students, Employees and Community Members

Posted on February 25th, 2010

Owens Adjunct Faculty member Fred Dias of Genoa leads the new Concert Band class during a recent rehearsal.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – The musical sounds of trumpets, clarinets, trombones, flutes and percussion can be heard reverberating throughout the halls of Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts on Mondays and Wednesdays during the current spring term as students, employees and community members alike make sweat harmonious sounds in the academic institution’s new Concert Band class.

“Owens Community College’s Fine and Performing Arts is proud to offer a musical program which positively impacts both our students and the community,” said Doug Mead, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “The new Concert Band class provides an opportunity to bring individuals of all ages together, to learn from each other and to experience the joy of music.”

Under the direction of Owens Adjunct faculty member in Fine and Performing Arts Fred Dias of Genoa, the new 40-member Owens Concert Band class, which comprises students, employees and community members, rehearses twice a week in the College’s Studio Theatre. The group reads and plays new music ranging from Broadway show songs to marches during each class for sight reading purposes. Additionally, the Concert Band is currently preparing for public concerts taking place in late February and early May.

“I am really pleased with this group and their musical talents,” said Dias, who himself plays clarinet, saxophone and flute and was a 20-member of the Ohio Air National 555th Air Force Band. “This musical program is a win-win for the community and students and I look forward to growing the class and opportunities for individuals who have a passion for music.”

Forty individuals comprise the new Concert Band class, including Owens student and percussionist Lydia Watson of Oak Harbor.

For 85-year-old Clayton Weis of Millbury, the opportunity to continue playing music was too good to pass up.

“I started playing trumpet in the fifth grade,” explained Weis after a recent rehearsal. “That was a long time ago. I’m really enjoying the chance to perform with Owens students and even learning a thing or two from them. You’re never too old to learn.”

Owens student Miranda Molyet, 19, of Fremont echoed Weis’ comments about the enjoyment and camaraderie of the new Concert Band.

“I love to play music and it’s always been a big part of my family as my mom, dad, brother and two sisters are all musicians,” stated Molyet, a Fremont St. Joseph Catholic High School graduate who plays flute. “The Owens Concert Band class is amazing. This is a great opportunity to continue playing and to learn from many accomplished musicians.”

The Concert Band’s first musical performance will take place this coming Sunday, Feb. 28. The free concert will start at 2:30 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Musical selections presented by the Owens Concert Band during the performance will include “Hosts of Freedom March”, “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”, “America on Parade”, “Broadway One Step”, “The Music Man”, “Bravura”, “An Irish Rhapsody”, “National Emblem March”, “South Pacific” and “Radetzky March”.

The group’s other concert will occur on Sunday, May 2 in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre. The performance will begin at 2:30 p.m.

Students involved in the College’s Concert Band include Crystal Berube of Toledo (flute), Elizabeth Brandeberry of Fostoria (flute), Miranda Molyet of Fremont (flute), Elizabeth Williamson of Perrysburg (flute), Lydia Watson of Oak Harbor (percussion), Tina Brandeberry of Fostoria (clarinet), Erin Kiel of Toledo (clarinet), Christina Little of Maumee (clarinet), Adam Sammons of Elmore (alto saxophone), Benjamin Bushong of Bowling Green (trumpet), Jeff Calbert of Toledo (trumpet), Dana Haubert of Upper Sandusky (trumpet), Paralea Ramirez of Bowling Green (trumpet) and Travis Geiman of Maumee (trombone).

Community members participating in the musical group are Annette Brewster of Martin (percussion), Brandon Grant of Toledo (percussion), Janet Clapsaddle of Genoa (flute), Ron Miller of Oregon (percussion), Barbara Rollins of Genoa (percussion), Kathy Applehans of Graytown (clarinet), Bill Bergman of Genoa (clarinet), Greg Thomas of Toledo (clarinet), Jane Zbinden of Toledo (clarinet), Jan Miller of Oregon (alto saxophone), Brenda Searle of Maumee (alto saxophone), Troy McCarthy of Toledo (French horn), John Wilson of Northwood (French horn), Jeff Brenneman of Toledo (trumpet), Gloria Buck of Walbridge (trumpet), Jim Myers of Archbold (trumpet), Clayton Weis of Millbury (trumpet), John Harris of Oak Harbor (baritone), Nick Applehaus of Graytown (trombone), Bill Bachar of Moline (trombone), David Beekley of Holland (trombone) and Brian Saltz Jr. of Mansfield (trombone).

Owens employees involved in the new Owens Concert Band class include Chair of Fine and Performing Arts Doug Mead of Perrysburg (oboe), Adjunct Faculty member in Communications, Humanities and Languages Jim Toppin of Whitehouse (tuba), Assistant Professor of Fine and Performing Arts Michael Sander of Toledo (timpani) and Adjunct Faculty member in Fine and Performing Arts Fred Dias of Genoa (conductor).

For more information about the new Owens Concert Band class or its performance schedule, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center March Schedule

Posted on February 22nd, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in March at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Students need to attend both orientation dates. Orientations are offered on Monday, March 8 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and on Tuesday, March 9 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162, and on Thursday, March 11 from 6-8 p.m. and on Friday, March 12 from 6-8 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, March 20. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers Spring LEGO Vehicles Engineering Classes, March 2-25

Posted on February 18th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area youth ages 5 through 12 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus offers spring LEGO Vehicles Engineering classes, March 2-25.

The spring LEGO Vehicles Engineering classes will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services and will take place in the Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus. The beginning class, for ages 5 through 7, will occur Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m., March 2-23. Owens’ advanced class, for ages 8 through 12, will take place Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., March 4-25.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is excited to once again offer the LEGO Engineering Program to area youth and bring science, mathematics and creative thinking alive in a very unique learning environment,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Sales and Program Development on the Findlay-area Campus.

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, LEGO Vehicles Engineering class attendees will learn to design and build approximately 13 vehicles using mathematics, science and creative thinking skills. Advanced course attendees will build engineering marvels that include space cruisers, submarines and inch-worm cars, while the beginning class will create vehicles such as rubber band slammer cars, little red wagons and trick cars. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines, as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the experiential learning program.

Registration for each LEGO Vehicles Engineering class is $89. For more information, or to register for either class, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155.

Human Resource Management Certificate Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, March 18 – May 6

Posted on February 18th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio small business owners, office managers and human resource professionals interested in expanding their proficiency in the area of human resources are invited to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The 16-hour program begins March 18 and will continue through May 6.

The program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services on Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again offer a program which provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of human resource management through curriculum designed by leading experts and professionals,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Sales and Program Development on the Findlay-area Campus. “The SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program is an excellent tool for professionals new to the field of human resources or those looking to develop and enhance their skills in this area.”

The Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification course will feature six learning modules that cover human resource topics relevant to today’s human resource professional. Topics covered will include the human resource management, employment law, effective recruitment and selection, basics of compensation and benefits, employee development and ensuring quality performance. Attendees will receive the latest content and methods based upon legislative changes, recent developments, and the “real world” experiences of leading professionals.

In addition, course participants will receive SHRM learning materials and upon meeting all program requirements a SHRM Certificate of Completion.

For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces New ACT Preparation Class, March 3-31

Posted on February 17th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus as the academic institution announces the creation of new program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep”. The new class, which will take place March 3-31, is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The new ACT preparation class will occur Wednesday evenings, March 3-31, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center Room 128 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

In addition, Owens is offering the ACT preparation class at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. The class will take place Monday evenings, March 1-29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 107.

“Owens Community College is proud to expand its continuing education curriculum and offer a unique program which will help students in their preparation to take the upcoming national ACT test,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “This class will provide students with a variety of test-taking skills that will be beneficial as they study for the ACT and take the actual test.”

During each of the sessions, students will be tutored in all five sections of the ACT test. The actual ACT is comprised of one test in each of the following areas: English, math, reading, science reasoning and writing. In addition to being tutored in these areas through one-on-one teaching, students will learn traditional testing strategies such as how to take a timed test and how to find the elusive answer to a difficult question.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is in April. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Offers Spring ACT Preparation Class, March 1-29

Posted on February 16th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in March. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, March 1-29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center Room 107 on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

In addition, Owens is offering the ACT preparation class for the first time on the Findlay-area Campus. The class will take place Wednesday evenings, March 3-31, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Community Education and Wellness Center Room 128. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again offer a unique educational program which will help students in their preparation to take the upcoming national ACT test,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “This class will provide students with a variety of test-taking skills that will be beneficial as they study for the ACT and take the actual test.”

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Announces Free Spring ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, Feb. 18 – May 6

Posted on February 8th, 2010

The free 10-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place on various days and times on the Toledo-area Campus, as well as at the College’s Learning Center at The Source, which located on Monroe Street in downtown Toledo. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The Learning Center at The Source will offer two classes. The first ‘QuickStart to College’ class will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7:50 p.m., Feb. 18 – May 6, while the second class will occur Mondays from 9 a.m. – 12:50 p.m., Feb. 22 – May 3. Additionally, two classes will be available to area residents on Owens’ Toledo-area Campus in College Hall Room 176. The first class will be held Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7:50 p.m., Feb. 22 – May 5. The College’s second class will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-10:50 a.m., Feb. 18 – May 4.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to Success” program, individuals must have obtained their high school Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation detailing the program will take on Thursday, Feb. 11 from 1-4 p.m. at the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777, or (567) 661-2732 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2732.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces Free Spring ‘QuickStart to College’ Program, Feb. 18 – May 6

Posted on February 5th, 2010

The free 10-week program, which is designed for first generation college attendees, low wage workers, underemployed and undereducated adults in mind, will take place on Thursdays from 12-3:50 p.m. in Room 143 on the Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

In order to be eligible for the free “QuickStart to Success” program, individuals must have obtained their high school Diploma or GED. A mandatory orientation will take place in conjunction with the first day of class on Feb. 18. For more information about the “QuickStart to College” program, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers Spring Human Resource Learning System Course, Feb. 16 – May 4

Posted on February 2nd, 2010

FINDLAY – Northwest Ohio human resource professionals interested in expanding their skills and qualifications, as well as preparing for the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) exam, are invited to participate in the Human Resource Management (SHRM) Learning System Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The program begins Feb. 16 and will continue through May 4.

The class will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services on Tuesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“The SHRM Learning System Program will be a great benefit to those seeking certification or to anyone desiring a comprehensive overview of human resource management issues,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Sales and Program Development on the Findlay-area Campus. “Attendees will be provided with the most current information in a practical, ‘real-world’ context that is invaluable as a human resource professional.”

Topics to be covered in the class include strategic management, workforce planning and employment, human resources development, total rewards, employee and labor relations, and risk management. Attendees will receive the latest content based on legislative changes and recent developments within the human resource field.

As the human resource credentialing body founded by SHRM, HRCI promotes the establishment of standards for the profession and recognizes human resource professionals who have met the requirements for mastering the codified human resource body of knowledge. The SHRM Learning System material reflects the HRCI content outline of the body of knowledge.

The registration deadline is Feb. 10. For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Announces New Community Wind Installation Training Program, Feb. 1-22

Posted on January 25th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services is once again expanding its educational opportunities within renewable energy by announcing the creation of a new community Wind Installation Training Program. Individuals interested in expanding their knowledge about potential energy efficiencies related to wind installation or a future career as a wind turbine installer can register for the initial 40-hour class, which is taking place Feb. 1-22.

The new Wind Installation Training Program course will occur Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

“Owens Community College Workforce and Community Services is committed to supporting the advancement of alternative and renewable energy through cutting-edge academic programming,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Wind energy is emerging as a viable option from an energy efficiency standpoint for both commercial business and residential home consumption. Northwest Ohio has the potential of becoming a leader within the wind energy industry and Owens is poised to play a significant role from an economic development perspective through community outreach educational services and experiential learning opportunities.”

Individuals attending Owens’ new training program will receive instruction within the areas of installation, operation and maintenance of wind turbines. Course content includes training in wind measurement, system terminology and connection to a power grid, among other areas. Installation practices related to installation safety, basics of electricity, interconnection with the utility, siting, battery metering, and load management and energy efficiency are also highlighted.

Additionally, the hands-on applications will include the design and installation of the College’s new 33-foot Skystream 3.7 wind turbine, which is located on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. Owens’ recently-installed wind turbine is a fully integrated, utility-connected wind generator designed specifically for residential and small commercial businesses. In addition to its instructional utilization, the 2.4-kilowatt wind turbine generator is used to convert wind power into electricity for regular operational purposes within the College’s Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building.

Wind Installation Training Program students will also receive experiential training on Owens’ 120-foot EW50 wind turbine, which is also adjacent to the Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building on the Toledo-area Campus.

For more information, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357. Space is limited and individuals are encouraged to register for the class as soon as possible due to program’s popularity.

Owens Community College Announces Spring LEGO Engineering Program, Feb. 2-24

Posted on January 22nd, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 5 through 12 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as the Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services offers spring LEGO Engineering Program classes, Feb. 2-24.

The spring LEGO Engineering Program classes will be offered through Workforce and Community Services, which is located at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee.

“Owens Community College’s LEGO Engineering Program continues to serve as one of the most popular continuing education programs among children and parents and we look forward to expanding these and other academic course offerings, which promote science, mathematics and creative thinking in a fun, engaging environment,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative.

The College’s LEGO Engineering Program will offer two classes in February. The first class, titled Junior LEGO Engineering, will feature age-appropriate projects that use simple machines, including fixed and movable pulleys, gears and belt drives. The Junior LEGO class, for ages 5 through 7, will occur Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m., Feb. 2-23. Owens’ second class, for ages 8 through 12, is titled LEGO Engineering. The course, which will occur Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m., Feb. 3-24, will focus on more intricate projects that use gear mathematics, ratchets, drive trains and motorized systems.

Students in both classes will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the experiential learning program.

Registration for each LEGO Engineering Program class is $89. For more information, or to register for either class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Stained Glass Window Panel Class, Jan. 26 – Feb. 2

Posted on January 20th, 2010

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents desiring the bright look of one-of-a-kind stained glass creations in their home or to give to family and friends are invited to a two-day Stained Glass Window Panel Class at Owens Community College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center, Jan. 26 – Feb. 2.

The class will take place on consecutive Tuesdays, Jan. 26 and Feb. 2, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. No previous experience in glasswork is necessary.

“Owens Community College’s Stained Glass Window Panel Class provides a great educational venue for individuals of all ages and skill levels in stained glasswork to showcase their artistic abilities in glass making,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “Class participants will be amazed by what they are able to create in a matter of six hours.”

Hogrefe added, “Owens instructor Steve Noblet, who has over 20 years of experience as a professional stained glass designer craftsman, does a wonderful job of assisting every attendee in being able to take home a phenomenal finished product that they will be proud to display.”

During the stained glass window panel class, attendees will have the opportunity to make a stained glass window panel that can be hung in their home. Class participants will be able to choose from six different styles of window panels and a variety of colored glass. In addition, they will learn the skills of cutting, foiling and soldering as they make their own window panel.

The registration fee for the workshop is $79 and includes supplies. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center February Schedule

Posted on January 14th, 2010

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in February at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Students need to attend both orientation dates. Orientations are offered on Monday, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and on Tuesday, Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162, and on Thursday, Feb. 11 from 6-8 p.m. and on Friday, Feb. 12 from 6-8 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Feb. 6. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Center for Emergency Preparedness Announces New Concealed Weapons Permit Training Program

Posted on November 23rd, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in becoming certified to carry a concealed handgun in the state of Ohio can now pursue such educational training pursuits at Owens Community College as the Center for Emergency Preparedness announces the creation of a new Concealed Weapons Permit Training Program.

The initial 12-hour course will occur Monday-Tuesday, Nov. 30 – Dec. 1 with firing range testing on Thursday, Dec. 3. Owens’ Concealed Weapons Permit Training Program classes will take place from 6-10 p.m. and is limited to the first 15 people to register. The College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness is located at 30150 Tracy Road in Walbridge, which at the intersection of Tracy and Walbridge Roads on the east side of the Owens Toledo-area Campus.

“Carrying a concealed handgun is a privilege in the state of Ohio and successfully passing this course allows citizens to carry a concealed handgun legally,” said Mike Cornell, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness. “Safety is the first principal of the class. Anything less is unacceptable.”

Course content will focus on firearm safety, firearms law and safe gun handling, as well as provide instruction related to proper maintenance and storage practices for handguns and ammunition. Additional topics include the skills and attitude necessary to use a handgun and its appropriate use for self-defense. The course will culminate with hands-on training at the College’s firing range.

Owens’ new Concealed Weapons Permit Training Program will be taught by certified Ohio Police Academy firearms instructors. The course is expected to be repeated monthly at the Center for Emergency Preparedness.

The cost of the course is $85. For more information or to register for the new Concealed Weapons Permit Training Program, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357. Individuals are encouraged to call for future class dates or go to the Center for Emergency Preparedness website at www.owens.edu/cep to view the training calendar.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center November Schedule

Posted on October 27th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in November at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Room 162, and on Monday, Nov. 9 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Nov. 7. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Fall Dementia Awareness Program Workshop, Nov. 7-14

Posted on October 22nd, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area health care professional who are interested in gaining a deeper insight into the physical and cognitive changes that occur in the various stages of dementia are invited to participate in a Dementia Awareness Program at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services, Nov. 7-14.

Owens’ workshop is intended for health care professionals who work with dementia patients and will take place on consecutive Saturdays (Nov. 7 and 14) from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. The class will occur at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

Earlier this year, Owens established the Dementia Awareness Program with the overall goal of providing individuals with an enhanced understanding of dementia, which annually affects over 24 million individuals worldwide, as well as a deeper sense of empathy toward those with dementia and educational tools for a more healthy and productive interaction between caregivers and dementia patients.

According to Jennifer Finch, Owens Adjunct Faculty member in the College’s Massage Therapy program and Dementia Awareness Program Instructor, dementia is a mind-altering and devastating illness, both for those who have it and for their caregivers.

“The more knowledge individuals have about dementia, the better able they are to care for those who have it and themselves as caregivers. Increased knowledge leads to better care, which eventually leads to less stress for the caregiver,” stated Finch, who is a Nationally Certified Dementia Practitioner and has 12 years of experience working in long-term care facilities helping patients and families adjust to life with dementia.

Workshop instruction will include discussion about the physical and cognitive changes that are occurring within the dementia process, which is a progressive deterioration of the brain that leads to problems in areas such as memory, learning and perception, as well as the physiological reasons behind the changes. Attendees will also obtain tools for enhancing effective communication that will allow for more meaningful interactions and visits, fostering a deeper sense of empathy and compassion, and minimizing behavioral episodes common with the various stages of dementia between patients and the caregiver or family members.

The registration fee for the workshop is $49. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Spring Police Academy Program Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus

Posted on October 2nd, 2009

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 13. Police Academy Program classes begin in January.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Spring Police Academy Program Offered at Owens Toledo-area Campus

Posted on October 1st, 2009

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by Nov. 13. Police Academy Program classes begin in January.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7439 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7439.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center October Schedule

Posted on September 28th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in October at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Thursday, Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Room 162, and on Monday, Oct. 12 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Oct. 3. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Fall LEGO Vehicles Engineering Classes, Sept. 30 – Nov. 5

Posted on September 17th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 5 through 12 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College offers fall LEGO Vehicles Engineering classes, Sept. 30 – Nov. 5.

The fall LEGO Vehicles Engineering classes will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located on Tracy Road in Northwood. The beginning class, for ages 5 through 7, will occur Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m., Sept. 30 – Nov. 4. Owens’ advanced class, for ages 8 through 12, will take place Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., Oct. 1 – Nov. 5.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again offer the LEGO Engineering Program to area youth and bring science, mathematics and creative thinking alive in a very unique learning environment,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “The LEGO Engineering Program has become extremely popular with area children and their parents and we look forward to expanding the continuing education program and offering even more opportunities in the near future.”

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, LEGO Vehicles Engineering class attendees will learn to design and build approximately 13 vehicles using mathematics, science and creative thinking skills. Advanced course attendees will build engineering marvels that include adjustable cranes, bobcats, flipper cars, forklifts and inch-worm cars, while the beginning class will create vehicles such as tow trucks, motorized shopping carts, rubber band trigger cars, snow plows and golf carts. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines, as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the experiential learning program.

Registration for each LEGO Vehicles Engineering class is $120. For more information, or to register for either class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Human Resource Management Certificate Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, Sept. 24 – Nov. 12

Posted on September 16th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio small business owners, office managers and human resource professionals interested in expanding their proficiency in the area of human resources are invited to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The program begins Sept. 24 and will continue through Nov. 12.

The program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a program which provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of human resource management through curriculum designed by leading experts and professionals,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Sales and Program Development on the Findlay-area Campus. “The SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program is an excellent tool for professionals new to the field of human resources or those looking to develop and enhance their skills in this area.”

The Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification course will feature six learning modules that cover human resource topics relevant to today’s human resource professional. Topics covered will include human resource management, employment law, effective recruitment and selection, basics of compensation and benefits, employee development and ensuring quality performance. Attendees will receive the latest content and methods based upon legislative changes, recent developments, and the “real world” experiences of leading professionals.

In addition, course participants will receive SHRM learning materials and upon meeting all program requirements a SHRM Certificate of Completion.

For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center September Schedule

Posted on August 27th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in September at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Room 162 and on Monday, Sept. 14 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Sept. 12. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College to Offer New World Language Certificate Program for Fall Semester

Posted on August 4th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is expanding the number of educational opportunities available to area residents by announcing the creation of a new World Language certificate program within the School of Arts and Sciences. Beginning Fall Semester 2009, Owens students will have the opportunity to select one of seven different languages with the intentions of pursuing a World Language certificate on the Toledo-area Campus.

“Owens Community College is committed to providing new educational opportunities that allow students to expand their knowledge globally from a language and cultural perspective,” said Kathleen Attwood, Owens Chair of International Studies, Communications and Humanities. “We live in a global society and economy and it is essential for individuals to be prepared to interact with colleagues and associates from around the world. The new World Language certificate program allows students to immerse themselves into another country’s language and culture and become fluent communicators, which is certainly vital to living and working in other parts of the world.”

Owens’ certificate in World Language will require approximately 8-16 credit hours of coursework, which includes beginning and intermediate levels of one of seven foreign languages available at Owens. The various languages available through the College’s academic curriculum for the certificate include Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Russian and French.

Prospective students will be introduced to the designated language and culture, as well as communication skills with a balanced emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing. Individuals will also acquire knowledge about local dialects and the cultural impact of the designated language, arts and sciences on modern civilizations. Exploration of diverse aspects of the selected language speaking world will be highlighted in addition to grammatical structures and appropriate cross-cultural responses through communication as part of the academic curriculum.

Upon completion of the program, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills of a second language in settings such as business, communication, education, government services, humanities, arts, sciences, technology and travel services.

In addition, Owens students will be able to seamlessly transfer their designated world language classes to a four-year academic institution for the purpose of fulfilling their general education requirements in language studies.

For additional information about Owens’ new World Language certificate program, call (567) 661-7523 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7523.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center August Schedule

Posted on July 27th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in August at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Aug.10 from 4-8 p.m. in Room 150, and on Thursday, Aug. 13 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $65. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Thursday, Aug. 6. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Introduces New Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary Certificate Program

Posted on July 23rd, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is enhancing its educational opportunities within the School of Health Sciences by announcing the creation of a new Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary certificate program. Beginning with the current Summer Semester 2009, the new academic certificate program is being offered on the Toledo-area Campus.

In addition, the College is currently the only academic institution in Northwest Ohio to offer the new Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary certificate program.

“Owens Community College’s School of Health Sciences is proud to offer an academic program that will meet the needs of the health care community throughout Northwest Ohio,” said Beth Tronolone, Owens Chair of Dental Hygiene. “The demand for dental professionals with Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary certification is greater than ever before as there is currently a shortage of dentists. Hiring dental assistants or hygienists with this certification allows dentists to maximize their workload.”

Tronolone added, “Completing the new Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary certification affords the dental professional to work under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist in Ohio, which enables them to place fillings and sealants after a dentist prepares the tooth.”

Owens’ certificate in Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary will require 14 credit hours of coursework, which includes language of medicine and dental anatomy for certified dental assistants, as well as several expanded functions dental auxiliary levels of academic curriculum. Additionally, students will learn and practice restorative skills in the College’s Dental Hygiene laboratory on the Toledo-area Campus, as well as at the Dental Center of Northwest Ohio, which is an offsite clinical facility under the direct supervion of licensed dentists.

Upon completion of the program, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in various health care settings such as private practice dental offices, dental clinics, correctional institutions, and federal, state and municipal health departments.

In order to be eligible for the three-semester certificate program, prospective students must be state certified as a dental assistant, hold a current national certified dental assistant credential or be a licensed registered dental hygienist. Upon program completion, students will have the opportunity to sit for the Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary examination administered by the Ohio Commission on Dental Testing and apply to the Ohio State Dental Board for registration as an Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary professional.

For additional information about Owens’ new Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary certificate program, call (567) 661-7374 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7374.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Summer Dementia Awareness Program Workshop, Aug. 14

Posted on July 20th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents who are interested in gaining a deeper insight into the physical and cognitive changes that occur in the various stages of dementia are invited to participate in several Dementia Awareness Program workshops at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on Friday, Aug. 14.

Owens will offer two different workshops as part of its Dementia Awareness Program. The first seminar, which are intended for family members and home caregivers of individuals with dementia, will take place from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. The College’s second class is designed for health care professionals who work with dementia patients and will occur from 1-5 p.m. The classes will be held at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

The registration fee for each workshop is $49. For more information, or to register for the classes, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens to Offer Photovoltaic Installation Training Program at Four County Career Center, July 20-24

Posted on July 16th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services, through a partnership with Fulton County Economic Development, is expanding its educational opportunities within solar power energy to area residents by announcing its first-ever Photovoltaic Installation Training classes in the Fulton, Defiance, Henry and Williams county region, July 20-24.

As part of the academic curriculum expansion, Owens and the Northwest Ohio Job Center of Fulton County will offer short-cycle training opportunities for unemployed and dislocated workers through the College’s Photovoltaic Installation Training Program.

The initial class will occur Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Four County Career Center, which located on State Route 34 near Archbold.

“Owens Community College Workforce and Community Services is proud to partner with the Northwest Ohio Job Center of Fulton County and respond to the short-cycle workforce training needs of the surrounding communities through curricular innovations,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about photovoltaic installation and integration, or becoming a photovoltaic installer are strongly encouraged to attend the Photovoltaic Installation Training Program. The College is dedicated to providing students with innovative education topics related to green living and extending this new academic opportunity to area residents.”

Individuals attending Owens’ training program will receive instruction within the areas of electricity and photovoltaic systems and theory. Course content includes system sizing and construction, codes and standards, battery safety, interconnection safety, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Installation practices related to project management, adapting mechanical and electrical design, and system commissioning are also highlighted.

In addition, the hands-on course will include the design and installation of a grid-tied photovoltaic system and maintenance on a temporary system at the College. Twenty modules comprise one solar panel and photovoltaic cells within each panel absorb the sun’s rays, creating a current of power that is directed to a substation and eventually into electricity. Various inverters, photovoltaic modules, batteries and data information systems will also be installed and operated as part of the class.

Students successfully completing the Photovoltaic Installation Training program will qualify to test for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioner (NABCEP) PV Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge program. With additional work experience students will qualify to take the national certification test as a photovoltaic system installer.

For more information or to register, call (567) 661-7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357. Unemployed and dislocated workers interested in participating in the Photovoltaic Installation Training Program are encouraged to contact the Northwest Ohio Job Center of Fulton County at (419) 337-9215. Space is limited and individuals are encouraged to register for the class as soon as possible due to program’s popularity.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Offer Region’s Only Photovoltaic Installation Training Program, July 13-17

Posted on June 30th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on the Findlay-area Campus is expanding its educational opportunities within the area of solar power energy to Findlay area residents by announcing its first-ever Photovoltaic Installation Training classes in Findlay, July 13-17.

As part of the academic curriculum expansion, Owens is also partnering with JOBsolutions of Hancock County to offer short-cycle training opportunities for unemployed and dislocated workers through the College’s Photovoltaic Installation Training Program.

The initial class will occur Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay.

“Owens Community College Workforce and Community Services is proud to partner with JOBsolutions of Hancock County and respond to the short-cycle workforce training needs of the surrounding communities through curricular innovations,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about photovoltaic installation and integration, or becoming a photovoltaic installer are strongly encouraged to attend the Photovoltaic Installation Training Program. The College is dedicated to providing students with innovative education topics related to green living and extending this new academic opportunity to Findlay area residents.”

“JOBsolutions of Hancock County is honored to collaborate with Owens Community College as they continue to work with us to strengthen even more of our workforce in and around Hancock County,” said Carolyn Smithers, Workforce Development Administrator of JOBsolutions of Hancock County. “The Photovoltaic Installation Training Program is another ‘win’ for our community as we foresee green technology growth within our economic and workforce region.”

For more information or to register, call (567) 429-3155 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 3155. Unemployed and dislocated workers interested in participating in the Photovoltaic Installation Training Program are encouraged to contact JOBsolutions of Hancock County at (419) 422-3679. Space is limited and individuals are encouraged to register for the class as soon as possible due to program’s popularity.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers New LEGO Robotics Academy Program, July 20-23

Posted on June 25th, 2009

The new LEGO Robotics Academy Program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located on Tracy Road in Northwood. Two separate classes will be available as part of the new program and will take place from 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. and 1:15-5 p.m.

“Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is excited to provide yet another continuing education program that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative “The new LEGO Robotics Academy Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment.”

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic curriculum.

The registration fee for the LEGO Robotics Academy Program is $149. Class space is limited. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center July Schedule

Posted on June 24th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in July at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Thursday, July 9 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Room 162, and on Monday, July 13 from 4-8 p.m. in Room 150. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Wednesday, July 22. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

New Owens Findlay-area Campus and TRAINCO, Inc. Partnership Expands Educational Opportunities for Area Residents

Posted on June 22nd, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on Findlay-area Campus is announcing new academic opportunities for Findlay area residents within the career field of truck driving by expanding its partnership with TRAINCO, Inc. in Perrysburg and affording individuals the chance to receive college credit while enrolled in the national company’s Professional Truck Driving Schools and Career Centers. The initial truck driving educational training opportunities will begin in July on the Owens Findlay-area Campus.

As a result of the new expanded collaboration, students pursuing their commercial driver’s license (CDL) through TRAINCO, Inc. will also be able to apply the educational training and experience achieved toward an associate’s degree in technical studies or a related field at Owens. Each student will receive five college credit hours from Owens upon completion of their CDL training at TRAINCO.

TRAINCO Truck Driving Schools will be offering its initial four-week daytime class Mondays-Thursdays, July 6-30 from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. The second class will last five weeks and take place Mondays-Fridays, July 20 – Aug. 21 from 5:30-11:30 p.m. Classroom instruction will occur at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay, while the hands-on training will take place on various roads and highways throughout the region.

“Owens Community College is proud to expand its partnership with TRAINCO, Inc. and provide Findlay area residents with new innovative avenues to obtain a CDL and a college education,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “The need for highly skilled and qualified truck drivers continues to grow and job opportunities are available nationwide within the truck driving industry. Owens is proud to once again collaborate with TRAINCO and help in meeting the academic and workforce needs of the region.”

In addition to the new course offering in Findlay, TRAINCO ‘s Professional Truck Driving Schools and Career Centers offers four-week daytime classes, five-week evening programs and 14-week Saturday- or Sunday-only courses in Perrysburg, Ohio; Taylor, Mich.; and Lansing, Mich. Classroom instruction covers such areas as logbook maintenance, road map comprehension, stress management, nutrition and road rage. Hands-on training includes driving maneuvers, coupling and uncoupling and progressive shifting, as well as urban, rural and interstate driving skills.

TRAINCO offers CDL classes in Perrysburg, Ohio; Taylor, Mich.; and Lansing, Mich. TRAINCO President and Founder, Ken Howell, established the three schools with the idea that “a CDL license is a college degree for the working person.”

In addition to the new educational training opportunities offered in Findlay, Owens and TRAINCO also affords individuals the chance to receive college credit while enrolled in the national company’s Professional Truck Driving Schools and Career Centers through the College’s Toledo-area Campus.

For more information, contact the College’s Workforce and Community Services at (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or TRAINCO at (419) 837-5730 or (877) 553-7483. Interested individuals can also access www.owensworks.com and www.traincoinc.com websites for additional details.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Unveils New Solar Hot Water Technical Training Program, June 17-19

Posted on June 16th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is partnering with Green Energy Ohio to expand growth in the state’s clean energy sector as the academic institution’s Workforce and Community Services unveils the region’s only Solar Hot Water Technical Training Program. Owens is one of four technical and community colleges across Ohio collaborating with Green Energy Ohio with the overall focus of building the local capacity of a trained labor force in the solar thermal industry.

Fifteen area residents with backgrounds as plumbers, pipe fitters, engineers, facility managers, contractors, HVAC specialists and code inspectors will participate in the initial three-day program with the goal of expanding their knowledge about solar water heating and providing this installation option to homeowners and businesses with an interest in renewable energy. Other Ohio academic institutions partnering with Green Energy Ohio and offering the new program to individuals include Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Cuyahoga Community College and Hocking College. The new statewide solar thermal training programs are supported by The Ohio Department of Development – Ohio Energy College.

“Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services is continuously responding to the needs of the surrounding communities through curricular innovations,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Green technology is the wave of the future and more and more individuals are choosing renewable energy sources for conventional purposes and practices, such solar water heating. The College’s new Solar Hot Water Technical Training Program is designed to raise awareness of alternative and renewable energy and provide individuals with enhanced knowledge about the many benefits of ‘green living’ both from a energy conservation and efficiency standpoint.”

Owens’ new training program will occur this coming Wednesday-Friday, June 17-19 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. In addition to the June class, the program will be offered to area residents in the coming summer months.

Individuals attending the Solar Hot Water Technical Training Program will receive instruction specific to designing and installing a solar thermal system for commercial and residential buildings. Course content includes solar resource fundamentals, solar thermal applications, system components, codes and standards, troubleshooting, maintenance, and federal/state grants and incentives. Installation techniques of various equipment designs, as well as solar site selection, collector mounting, system piping, and system check-out and start-up procedures will also be highlighted.

In addition, the hands-on course will include the design and initial installation of a closed-loop glycol system that will be used to assist with the hot water needs of College’s Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building. Once operational, Owens will serve as the first academic institution in the area to convert solar power into hot water for regular operational purposes.

Green Energy Ohio is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally and economically sustainable energy policies and practices in Ohio. The organization is the Ohio Chapter of the American Solar Energy Society.

For more information about the new program, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center June Schedule

Posted on May 27th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in June at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, June 8 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Friday, June 12 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered monthly at Owens. The College’s next official testing dates are on Tuesday, June 2 and on Wednesday, June 17. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers New Challenger Summer Camp Program, June 15 – Aug. 7

Posted on May 20th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Owens Community College is partnering with the global Challenger Center for Space Science Education and offering area youth ages 6 through 14 the opportunity to explore mathematics, science, technology and creative thinking through the use space exploration as the Findlay-area Campus offers a new Challenger Summer Camp Program, June 15 – Aug. 7.

Coordinated in conjunction with the regional Challenger Learning Center of Lucas County, the Challenger Summer Camp Program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again provide continuing education programming that brings science, engineering, mathematics and technology alive for children, as well as promotes and supports the importance of these areas in conjunction with the state’s STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) initiative,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “The new Challenger Summer Camp Program uses space exploration as the theme to create a fun, positive learning experience that allows attendees to expand their creative thinking skills and raise their expectations of success.”

The College will offer three classes as part of new continuing education programming during the upcoming summer months. The first class, titled Rocketry Camp: Level 1, will explore the principles of flight by building and launching model rockets, as well tracking and calculating their flight path. The Rocketry Camp: Level 1 class is for ages 10 through 14 and will occur June 15-18 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Owens’ second class, for ages 6 through 8, is titled Crater Kids. The course, which will occur July 6-9 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., will feature the exploration of craters, the construction of lunar rovers and the creation of edible solar systems. The final class is titled Flight Specialists and will occur Aug. 3-7 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Attendees ages 7 through 14 will have the opportunity to create model airplanes and rockets while experiencing Newton’s laws of motion. Camp participants will also navigate a dirigible through a flight plan.

The Challenger Center for Space Science Education is a global not-for-profit organization created in 1986 by the families of the astronauts tragically lost in the last flight, 51-L, of the Challenger Space Shuttle. Dedicated to the educational spirit of that mission, the Challenger Center develops learning centers and other educational programs worldwide to continue the mission to engage in science and math education.

For more information, or to register for any of the continuing education classes, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Offers ACT Preparation Class, May 11 – June 8

Posted on May 4th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in May and June. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, May 11 – June 8, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again offer a unique educational program which will help students in their preparation to take the upcoming national ACT test,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “This class will provide students with a variety of test-taking skills that will be beneficial as they study for the ACT and take the actual test.”

Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center May Schedule

Posted on April 29th, 2009

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Friday, May 8 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Monday, May 11 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, May 2. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Automation Maintenance Classes, April 27 – May 1

Posted on April 16th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area maintenance professionals interested in acquiring additional information and enhancing their skill set related to Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) are invited to attend a series of automation maintenance classes presented by Owens Community College and TechKnowLogix LLC, April 27 – May 1. The new program is open maintenance professionals of varying backgrounds and will focus on repair methods related to the latest technological advances in factory equipment.

Presented through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, the one-week program will offer two separate classes in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. The first class will take place from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., while the second course offering will occur from 1:30-5:30 p.m. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) are used in nearly all of the machinery in any industry today,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Sales and Program Development on the Findlay-area Campus. “The troubleshooting skills, which are required for these drives, are different than the skills required for general electrical work. The skilled trades person must be able to ‘swing a mouse’, know the terminology of the technology and understand the troubleshooting methods to effectively repair the controllers and associated machinery. Owens Community College proud to partner with TechKnowLogix LLC and offer a program dedicated to improving the efficiencies of business and industry in Northwest Ohio.”

Topics to be covered during the training sessions include electronics for electricians, connections and programming, and troubleshooting. Attendees will be given the opportunity to learn about electronic devices, transistors, diodes, DC motor control, AC motors, AC drive theory and control, voltmeters, diagnostic displays, parameters and interfacing to PLCs, among other areas.

For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Photovoltaic Installation Training Program, May 11-15

Posted on April 14th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about photovoltaic installation and integration, or becoming a photovoltaic installer, are invited to participate in the region’s only Photovoltaic Installation Training program offered through Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services, May 11-15.

The classes will occur Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. In addition to the May class, the program will be offered to area residents, Aug. 3-7.

In addition, the hands-on course will include the design and installation of a grid-tied photovoltaic system and continued maintenance on an existing system at the College. Twenty modules comprise one solar panel and photovoltaic cells within each panel absorb the sun’s rays, creating a current of power that is directed to a substation and eventually into electricity. Various inverters, photovoltaic modules, batteries and data information systems will also be installed and operated as part of the class.

For more information, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357. Space is limited and individuals are encouraged to register for the class as soon as possible due to program’s popularity.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Stained Glass Window Panel Class, April 7-14

Posted on April 1st, 2009

The class will take place on consecutive Tuesdays, April 7 and 14, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. No previous experience in glasswork is necessary.

Hogrefe added, “Owens instructor Steve Noblit, who has over 20 years of experience as a professional stained glass designer craftsman, does a wonderful job of assisting every attendee in being able to take home a phenomenal finished product that they will be proud to display.”

The registration fee for the workshop is $79 and includes supplies. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers New Dementia Training Program, April 3

Posted on March 24th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents who are interested in gaining a deeper insight into the physical and cognitive changes that occur in the various stages of dementia are invited to participate in a new Dementia Training Program at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on Friday, April 3.

Owens will offer two different workshops as part of the new Dementia Training Program. The first workshop will take place from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and is intended for family members and home caregivers of individuals with dementia, while the second class is designed for health care professionals who work with dementia patients. The second workshop will occur from 1-5 p.m. The classes will be held at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

“Dementia affects over 24 million individuals worldwide and is a progressive deterioration of the brain that leads to problems in areas such as memory, learning and perception,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “Dementia is actually a symptom of a disease and one of the largest diseases with dementia as a symptom is Alzheimer’s disease, which is a major focal point of the class. Owens Community College is proud to offer a new program, which is designed to provide helpful information for those who are caring for individuals afflicted with this terrible illness.”

Workshop instruction will include discussion about the physical and cognitive changes that are occurring within the dementia process, as well as the physiological reasons behind the changes. Attendees will also obtain tools for enhancing effective communication that will allow for more meaningful interactions and visits, fostering a deeper sense of empathy and compassion, and minimizing behavioral episodes common with the various stages of dementia between patients and the caregiver or family members.

According to Jennifer Finch, Owens Adjunct Faculty member in the College’s Massage Therapy program and Dementia Training Program Instructor, the more knowledge individuals have about dementia, the better able they are able to care for those who have it and themselves as caregivers. Increased knowledge leads to better care, which eventually leads to less stress for the caregiver, she added.

“Dementia is a mind-altering and devastating illness, both for those who have it and for their caregivers,” stated Finch, who is a Nationally Certified Dementia Practitioner and has 12 years of experience working in long-term care facilities helping patients and families adjust to life with dementia. “My goal for Dementia Training Program attendees is that they leave this workshop with a better understanding of dementia, a deeper sense of empathy toward those with dementia and the tools for a more healthy and productive interaction between caregivers and dementia patients.”

The registration fee for each workshop is $49. For more information, or to register for the classes, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center April Schedule

Posted on March 20th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in April at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, April 13 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Friday, April 10 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, April 18. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens’ Photovoltaic Installation Training Program Showcases How ‘Going Green’ is the Wave of the Future

Posted on March 19th, 2009

Jacob Wainio of Port Clinton (left) and Matt Dombek of Perrysburg work to convert DC “solar” to AC for home use through an inverter during Owens’ Photovoltaic Installation Training program.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Heating a home can be quite expensive during the frigid winters, but imagine lowering your electric bill by “going green” at home. This energy savings is the exciting reality for Craig Budzinski, who has managed to reduce his electric bill more than 30 percent each month using green technology.

The Defiance resident enrolled in the Photovoltaic Installation Training program – the only program of its kind in the region – at Owens Community College, and learned many simple ways to change his regular home into an energy-efficient home.

He invested $2,000 in upgrading his home with green technology, including installing energy-efficient appliances, a solar panel to generate energy for items such as his sump pump, and thermal transference panels in his basement allowing heat to rise into the main living area.

He also increased his refrigerator temperature a few degrees, purchased a programmable thermostat to keep his inner-house temperature a constant 62 degrees, and installed low voltage light bulbs.

“A large home is very expensive to heat and cool, and having two teen-age boys that open the refrigerator 300 times a day doesn’t help either,” laughs Budzinski, who said he is now saving $600 annually on his energy bills. He will regain his initial $2,000 investment in just over three years at his current energy rate of savings.

Green technology is the wave of the future, and more and more people are choosing to use renewable energy and environmentally-friendly products. Owens is responding to this development by providing students with cutting-edge education in “going green” and how to implement their green knowledge to save money at home. Owens is also preparing students in photovoltaic installation, an emerging career field in alternative energy.

“Owens has made a fundamental point to continuously respond to the needs of the surrounding communities through curricular innovations,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “The College is dedicated to providing students with innovative topics and education related to green living.”

Photovoltaic installation program student Craig Budzinski of Defiance (kneeling) tests a solar panel’s voltage as Owens instructor Joe Peschel looks on.

Budzinski enrolled in the intense five-day photovoltaic installation course because he was interested in installing solar panels on his home. Commonly known as solar cells, photovoltaic materials convert sunlight directly into electricity.

Students with previous mechanical or electrical experience that successfully complete this program qualify to test for the Photovoltaic Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge program, and with additional work experience will qualify to take the national certification test. Graduates are prepared to work as a photovoltaic installer or integrator, both up-and-coming careers with starting wages of $12-$16 an hour.

“I plan to further my training and become certified in the field of photovoltaic installation, and move into the design and engineering of photovoltaics, an entire career change for me,” said Budzinski, who currently manages an automotive distribution warehouse. “I know there are more opportunities for job placement and the field of solar energy opens so many doors.”

Keith Dandridge, an Engineer from Toledo, said taking the course was an excellent choice to further his knowledge and work toward his certification.

“My interest was sparked after college graduation, and I wanted to learn more about the system, design and the implementation of the photovoltaic technology. The course was all hands-on, and we were able to actually install a system, which proved for a great learning experience,” he said.

Another student, Mark Thompson of Clayton, Mich., has worked as a Carpenter for 25 years, and wanted to broaden his skill set. Since solar power is increasing in popularity, he felt photovoltaic installation training would give him an edge in his field, and possibly lead to a new career. He is also interested in installing solar panels on his home.

Additionally, many companies and organizations within Ohio and beyond have chosen to enroll their employees in the College’s Photovoltaic Installation Training program in order to advance their knowledge about the growing alternative energy field.

“Alternative energy is becoming a viable energy source,” stated Shawn Ramey of Ney, a Product Engineer at Alex Products Inc. in Ridgeville Corners. “As the demand for alternative energy grows, our company wants to explore ways in which we can support the industry from a residential and utility/commercial systems standpoint.”

John Robb of Hinckley, a Senior Technician of Maintenance for the Cleveland Metroparks, mentioned that he always had an interest in alternative energy and wants to expand his understanding of the growing field.

“The Cleveland Metroparks currently has three stand-alone photovoltaic systems, which power lighting and ventilation for a remote picnic area,” he said. “We are considering all options when it comes to alternative energy, such as solar, wind, solar thermal and energy conservation. This class has been extremely beneficial in expanding my education related to solar power.”

Solar technology is on the cutting edge in the immediate region, according to Joe Peschel, Owens Part-Time Coordinator of Non-Credit Customized Training in Workforce and Community Services and Photovoltaic Installation Training program Coordinator.

He said many students who enroll in the class are interested in installing solar technology in their home, or are simply interested in learning more about solar energy.

For more information about Owens’ Photovoltaic Installation Training program, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Offers Motorcycle Safety Training Program During Upcoming Spring, Summer and Fall Months

Posted on March 11th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area motorcycle enthusiasts interested in enhancing their knowledge about safe driving are invited to enroll in an upcoming Motorcycle Safety Training class offered at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services. The classes will occur during the months March through October.

The College’s Motorcycle Safety Training program is the only basic motorcycle-rider course offered in Wood County and is one of only 20 permanent training locations in Ohio. Owens’ motorcycle safety training is a three-day course, which occurs on Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. The first class will take place Thursday-Sunday, March 19-22.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again partner with Motorcycle Ohio and offer an educational program that can play a significant role in saving lives,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “Statistics show that motorcyclists are at a much higher risk of being severely injured or killed in a collision. I encourage area motorcycle drivers, whether a new or experienced rider, to take advantage of the invaluable training services during the coming months.”

Motorcycle Ohio is regarded as the premier motorcycle safety and education program in the state, having enhanced the riding skills of over 115,000 motorcyclists since its founding in 1987. The organization has 20 permanent training locations throughout Ohio and one mobile program, as well as a fleet of 450 training motorcycles, helmets and over 250 instructors. Motorcycle Ohio’s Basic Rider Course or “Riding and Street Skills” was first made available to the public in 1988, while the Experienced Rider Course was added in 1992. An Instructor Preparation Course is available for experienced motorcyclists interested in becoming a Motorcycle Ohio instructor.

The Motorcycle Safety Training program requires 16 hours of coursework. Four hours will occur within a classroom at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building in Northwood. Classroom topics will include introduction to motorcycling, preparing to ride and street strategies. The final 12 hours will be held as part of practice riding sessions at Owens’ 250 feet by 500 feet defensive driving pad adjacent to the Fire Science and Law Enforcement Center in Perrysburg Township. The practice riding sessions will feature educational training within the areas of motorcycle familiarization, limited-space maneuvers, using the friction zone, negotiating curves, obstacles and lane changes, avoiding hazards and matching gears to speed, among other topics.

In its first two years at Owens, the Motorcycle Safety Training program trained over 800 individuals during the spring, summer and fall months.

Fall Police Academy Program Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus

Posted on March 11th, 2009

According to Albright, “Students who graduate from the College’s police academy program can be found serving as law enforcement officials throughout Northwest Ohio.”

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by June 19. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7621 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7621.

Fall Police Academy Program Offered at Owens Toledo-area Campus

Posted on March 10th, 2009

According to Albright, “Students who graduate from the College’s police academy program can be found serving as law enforcement officials throughout Northwest Ohio.”

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens. Curriculum for the College’s police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College by June 19. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7621 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7621.

Owens Community College Offers Junior LEGO Engineering Program, March 18 – Apr. 29

Posted on February 25th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 5 through 7 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as the Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services offers a Junior LEGO Engineering Program, March 18 – Apr. 29.

The Junior LEGO Engineering Program will occur Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

“Owens Community College is excited to provide continuing education programming that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “The Junior LEGO Engineering Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment.”

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, Junior LEGO Engineering class attendees will learn to design and build models through the use of fixed and movable pulleys, gears, levers, wheels, axles, forces and belt drives. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines, as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

In addition, each class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic learning program.

For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center March Schedule

Posted on February 23rd, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in March at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, March 9 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Friday, March 13 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162. Registration for orientations is not necessary.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, March 7. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Offers ACT Preparation Class, Mar. 2-23

Posted on February 13th, 2009

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in March. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, Mar. 2-23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again offer a unique educational program which will help students in their preparation to take the national ACT test,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “This class will provide students with a variety of test-taking skills that will be beneficial as they study for the ACT and take the actual test.”

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date after the ACT preparation class is Apr. 4. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Registration for the ACT preparation class must be completed by Feb. 25. Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Human Resource Management Certificate Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, Feb. 12 – March 26

Posted on February 4th, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio small business owners, office managers and human resource professionals interested in expanding their proficiency in the area of human resources are invited to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The 15-hour program begins Feb. 12 and will continue through March 26.

The program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services on Thursdays from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. The class will take place on Feb. 12 and 26, as well as on March 26. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

In addition, course participants will receive SHRM learning materials and upon meeting all program requirements a SHRM Certificate of Completion.

For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers Human Resource Learning System Course, Feb. 14 – May 2

Posted on January 23rd, 2009

The class will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services on Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Topics to be covered in the class include strategic management, workforce planning and employment, human resources development, total rewards, employee and labor relations, and risk management. Attendees will receive the latest content based upon legislative changes and recent developments within the human resource field.

The registration deadline is Feb. 9. For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center February Schedule

Posted on January 23rd, 2009

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in February at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Feb. 9 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Friday, Feb. 13 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Feb. 7. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center January Schedule

Posted on December 22nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in January at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Jan. 12 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Friday, Jan. 9 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Jan. 10. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelor’s degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center December Schedule

Posted on December 2nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in December at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Dec. 8 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 162, and on Friday, Dec. 12 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers New Microsoft Office 2007 Class, Dec. 9

Posted on December 2nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested enhancing their computer knowledge and becoming more proficient in the Microsoft Office 2007 conversion programs are invited to participate in a one-day continuing education computer class at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus on Tuesday, Dec. 9.

The new Microsoft Office 2007 conversion course, which is being offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education, will take place from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus is excited to provide area residents the opportunity to expand their computer skills by receiving a comprehensive overview of Microsoft Office’s latest technological advances and features,” said Peter Palko, Owens Account Executive of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “The College’s Community and Corporate Education is continuously exploring new educational initiatives and is proud to offer programming, which will afford individuals the chance to further their computer knowledge through hands-on learning and one-on-one teaching.”

The Microsoft Office 2007 conversation course will highlight an array of features new to the Microsoft Office system. Attendees will learn about the Microsoft Office button, ribbon tabs and groups, galleries, the dialog box launcher, the document information panel and the mini toolbar, among many other areas.

Individuals will also receive hands-on instruction related to the new Microsoft Office 2007 Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook applications. Areas of focus will include the larger worksheet size, charts, reports, table options and Excel services (Excel); formatting, quick parts, building blocks and shared documents (Word); dynamic SmartArt graphics, slide libraries, sharing presentations and custom layouts (PowerPoint); data features and reports (Access); and content management tools, the to-do bar and shared content (Outlook).

Registration for the one-day computer class must be completed by Monday, Dec. 8. The registration fee is $149. For more information, or to register, call (567) 429-3152 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3152, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers New Cold Porcelain Workshop, Dec. 6

Posted on November 21st, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents wanting to provide their friends or family members with a unique, one-of-a-kind handmade gift this holiday season are invited to attend a one-day Cold Porcelain Workshop at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on Saturday, Dec. 6.

The Cold Porcelain Workshop will occur from 10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. Participants of all experience levels are encouraged to enroll in the one-day course.

The art of cold porcelain, which does not require heating, was originally inspired by early European salt-and-water mixtures known as “pasta di Sale” in Italy and has since been perfected by generations of crafters in South America. Cold porcelain’s evolution by South American artisans has resulted in the artistic expressions becoming more durable, easy to work with and very accepting of color embellishments.

“Owens Community College’s new Cold Porcelain Workshop is designed for individuals of all ages who want to learn a new form of art taught by one of our continuing education’s newest instructors, Amira El-Kadri, who has trained and perfected the craft of cold porcelain making in Brazil, Argentina and Mexico,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “Workshop attendees are in for a day of hands-on creative fun while learning an enjoyable new skill.”

Owens’ Cold Porcelain Workshop participants will utilize cornstarch, white glue and water to construct an array of take-home items. Additionally, attendees will learn how to knead and color clay to create their holiday-themed ornaments, as well as magnets and key chains. Each participant is encouraged to bring a sack lunch and a small box to transport their finished projects.

Owens’ Workforce and Community Services are dedicated to providing customer-driven workforce development, job training and continuing education for business, industry and area residents throughout Northwest Ohio. Workforce and Community Services’ learning-centered approach focuses on developing and enhancing professional skills to meet the needs of the community, customizing academic curriculum in the areas of professional development, computer and software applications, health and fitness, artful living, personal development, real estate, children’s programming, and apprenticeship-related training and skilled trades.

The registration fee for the workshop is $32. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers eBay 101 Workshop, Nov. 15

Posted on November 11th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in mastering the art of selling their keepsakes and personal mementos to other collectors are invited to attend a one-day eBay 101 Workshop at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on Saturday, Nov. 15.

The eBay 101 Workshop will occur from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. Participants of all selling experience levels are encouraged to enroll in the one-day course.

“Owens Community College’s eBay 101 Workshop is designed to provide beginners and experienced veterans of the eBay cyber world with the necessary knowledge and tools to become successful eBay sellers,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “Workshop attendees are in for a morning of fun and enlightening discussion as they navigate the eBay website and pick up useful tips to prepare eye-catching listings.”

In addition to the hands on practice and instruction, attendees will learn the basics of writing a winning description for their items, as well as timing and planning an auction. Individuals will also acquire information related to taking effective eBay photos, pricing an item and reserve pricing, among many other areas. Each participant is encouraged to bring an item they would like to sell on eBay as part of workshop.

The registration fee for the workshop is $89. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

New LEGO Vehicles Engineering and Building Classes Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, Oct. 8 – Nov. 19

Posted on September 25th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area youth ages 5 through 12 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus offers new LEGO Vehicles Engineering and Building classes, Oct. 8 – Nov. 19.

The new LEGO Vehicles Engineering and Building classes will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. The advanced class, for ages 8 through 12, will occur Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m., Oct. 8 – Nov. 19. Owens’ beginning class, for ages 5 through 7, will take place Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Oct. 18 – Nov. 15. Both classes will be held in the College’s Education Center Room 174.

“Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus is excited to expand its LEGO Engineering Program and provide new vehicle engineering and building classes for area youth to think creatively and explore the engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus.

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, LEGO Vehicles Engineering and Building class attendees will learn to design and build approximately 13 vehicles using mathematics, science and creative thinking skills. Advanced course attendees will build engineering marvels that include adjustable cranes, bobcats, flipper cars, forklifts and inch-worm cars, while the beginning class will create vehicles such as tow trucks, motorized shopping carts, rubber band trigger cars, snow plows and golf carts. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines, as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the experiential learning program.

Registration for the LEGO Vehicles Engineering and Building class must be completed by Oct. 5 (Advanced Class) and Oct. 10 (Beginning Class), and the registration fee for each class is $120. For more information, or to register for either class, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center October Schedule

Posted on September 22nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in October at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Oct. 13 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Oct. 4. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Offers ACT Preparation Class, Sept. 29 – Oct. 20

Posted on September 16th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in September and October. The class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur Monday evenings, Sept. 29 – Oct. 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

According to Hogrefe this is the second year that Owens has offered the ACT preparation class on campus after previously providing the program through online test preparation.

In addition to offering the ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date will occur in October. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Registration for the ACT preparation class must be completed by Sept. 26. Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Human Resource Management Certificate Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, Sept. 30 – Nov. 18

Posted on September 12th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio small business owners, office managers and human resource professionals interested in expanding their proficiency in the area of human resources are invited to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The program begins Sept. 30 and will continue through Nov. 18.

The program will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education on Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College Community and Corporate Education is proud to offer a program which provides a comprehensive overview of various aspects of human resource management through curriculum designed by leading experts and professionals,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “The SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program is an excellent tool for professionals new to the field of human resources or those looking to develop and enhance their skills in this area.”

The Essentials of Human Resource Management Certification course will feature six learning modules that cover human resource topics relevant to today’s human resource professional. Topics covered will include the roles and responsibilities of strategic management, workplace planning and employment, human resource development, total rewards, employee and labor relations, and risk management. Attendees will receive the latest content and methods based upon legislative changes, recent developments, and the “real world” experiences of leading professionals.

In addition, course participants will receive SHRM learning materials and upon meeting all program requirements a SHRM Certificate of Completion.

The registration deadline is Sept. 26. For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Fall Photovoltaic Installation Training Program, Sept. 19 – Nov. 21

Posted on September 4th, 2008

The classes will occur Fridays from 5-9 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

Individuals attending Owens’ 10-week training program will receive instruction within the areas of electricity and photovoltaic systems and theory. Course content includes system sizing and construction, codes and standards, battery safety, interconnection safety, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Installation practices related to project management, adapting mechanical and electrical design, and system commissioning are also highlighted.

In addition, the hands-on course will include the design and installation of a grid-tied photovoltaic system and continued maintenance on an existing system at the College’s Workforce and Community Services. Twenty modules comprise one solar panel and photovoltaic cells within each panel absorb the sun’s rays, creating a current of power that is directed to a substation and eventually into electricity. Various inverters, photovoltaic modules, batteries and data information systems will also be installed and operated as part of the class.

For more information, or to register for the program, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Offers New Public Safety Supervisor Training Program, Sept. 10 – Nov. 5

Posted on September 2nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio public safety officials and first responders interested in expanding their supervisory knowledge and skills are invited to participate in a new Public Safety Supervisor Training Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The program begins Sept. 10 and will continue through Nov. 5.

The program will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education on Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College Community and Corporate Education is proud to offer a new program which helps participants in developing specific knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to enhance their supervisory management capabilities,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “The Public Safety Supervisor Training Program is an excellent tool for professionals new to the field of public safety and emergency preparedness or those looking to develop and enhance their skills in this area.”

The nine-week Public Safety Supervisor Training Program will feature seven learning modules that cover supervisory topics specific to the field of public safety and emergency preparedness. Topics covered in the supervisory course will include supervisory management roles and challenges, fundamentals of planning and time management, decision making and problem solving, fundamentals of organizing, communication, motivation, leadership, exercising control, coaching for higher performance, meeting and facilitation skills, and labor relations, among other areas. In addition, attendees will receive the latest content and methods based upon “real world” experiences of public safety officials and first responders.

The registration fee for the class is $167 and space is limited. For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3155, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center September Schedule

Posted on August 19th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in September at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Sept. 8 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, Sept. 9 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, Sept. 6. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Introduces Enhanced Associate Degrees for Fall Semester

Posted on August 6th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is expanding educational opportunities offered to area residents by announcing the creation of enhanced associate degrees. Beginning Fall Semester 2008, associate degrees within the areas of public relations and advertising concentration transfer, international studies concentration transfer and journalism concentration transfer through the School of Arts and Sciences, as well as modified associate degrees within the areas organizational leadership and medical office support through the School of Business and Information Systems will be part of the College’s academic curriculum.

“Owens Community College has a long and proud tradition of making a difference in students’ lives,” said Dr. Bruce Busby, Owens Vice President of Academic Services. “Our mission is to continuously respond to the needs of our ever-changing community through curricular innovations. The innovative academic curriculum will open new educational doors for students and support economic growth in Northwest Ohio.”

The associate degree within public relations and advertising concentration transfer will serve as an entry-level program for individuals aspiring for careers as public relations and advertising professionals. Offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, the modified program will require approximately 71 credit hours of coursework and provide students with academic instruction in contemporary business, public speaking, marketing and advertising, among other curriculum.

Owens’ international studies concentration transfer associate degree will provide students with the necessary training to obtain a global perspective and a greater understanding of an interconnected world. Requiring approximately 68 credit hours of coursework, the concentration transfer will provide students with hands-on experience and practical application in various curriculum areas, including world civilizations, comparative government, contemporary global issues, international business and multicultural diversity. International studies concentration transfer will be offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

The College’s journalism concentration transfer associate degree requires approximately 68 credit hours and includes courses in composition, introduction to mass media, digital photography and introduction to photojournalism. The concentration transfer, which will be offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, is designed to provide students with the necessary academic curriculum to prepare for a career in print or broadcast journalism.

The modified organizational leadership associate degree program is designed to provide students with the necessary training to become highly skilled leaders who can add value and create high performance work teams and organizations within today’s global and highly competitive business environment. Offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, the modified program requires approximately 70 credit hours of coursework, which includes leadership fundamentals, effective human relations, critical thinking and problem solving, organizational behavior and workplace diversity.

Owens’ modified associate degree in medical office support requires approximately 70 credit hours and includes academic courses within contemporary business, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, medical records and coding, integrated office communication and office procedures. The modified program will be offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses and is designed to prepare students for careers as entry-level medical office assistant specialists, medical receptionists and medical office specialists in medical settings such as physician offices, clinics, group practices, hospitals and allied health organizations.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center August Schedule

Posted on July 18th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in August at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Aug. 11 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Thursday, Aug. 7. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Region’s Only Photovoltaic Installation Training Program, Aug. 4-8

Posted on July 16th, 2008

The classes will occur daily from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

“Owens Community College’s Photovoltaic Installation Training program provides students with innovative and cutting edge instruction within the emerging field of environmental technology,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Individuals participating in the course will learn that solar power is not just a concept, but a reality in creating a sustainable energy future for Northwest Ohio and the country.”

Dr. Bankey added, “Renewable energy is the wave of the future and society’s demand for solar panel installation is on the rise. Innovative academic curriculum such as the College’s Photovoltaic Installation Training program exposes individuals to an exciting industry and the growing career field as photovoltaic installers and integrators.”

Individuals attending Owens’ five-day training program will receive instruction within the areas of electricity and photovoltaic systems and theory. Course content includes system sizing and construction, codes and standards, battery safety, interconnection safety, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Installation practices related to project management, adapting mechanical and electrical design, and system commissioning are also highlighted.

For more information or to register for the program, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers New LEGO Battle Bots Program, July 21-25

Posted on July 8th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area youth ages 8 through 13 are invited to explore science, mathematics and creative thinking through the use of LEGO materials as Owens Community College offers a new LEGO Battle Bots Program, July 21-25.

The new LEGO Battle Bots Program will be offered through Owens’ Workforce and Community Services, which is located on Tracy Road in Northwood. The class will occur from 1-4 p.m. throughout the week of July 21-25.

“Owens’ Workforce and Community Services is excited to provide a continuing education program that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative “The new LEGO Battle Bots Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment.”

Using advanced LEGO parts and pieces, LEGO Battle Bots Program attendees will learn to design and build their own motorized battle cars and other vehicles. The experiential learning activities will use principles related to simple and complex machines, as well as gearing and mechanical advantage techniques.

According to Hogrefe, once the design process is completed, students will then try to flip or push their opponent’s battle vehicle by exploiting its weaknesses.

“Brain over brawn through applied physics,” explained Hogrefe. “Individuals will learn about mechanical lifts, nets, drills and ramps in order to disable other battle bots.”

In addition, the class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the academic curriculum.

The registration fee for the LEGO Battle Bots Program is $120. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Introduces Medical Office Support Associate Degree Program

Posted on July 3rd, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is enhancing its educational opportunities within the School of Business and Information Systems by announcing the creation of a modified Medical Office Support associate degree program. Beginning Fall Semester 2008, the modified academic program will be offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

The two-year associate degree program recently received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents.

“Owens Community College’s School of Business and Information Systems is proud to offer an academic program that will meet the needs of medical offices in Northwest Ohio and the surrounding communities,” said Mazhar Anik, Owens Chair of Information Systems and Office Administration. “Medical office support professionals are in increasing demand and the need for trained specialists is greater than ever before. Also, advances in technology have expanded the role of today’s office professional and have changed the way that individuals work in the office environment. The goal of this program is to provide students with the necessary training to become multi-skilled personnel who are capable of performing administrative procedures in the medical, clinical and health care setting.”

Owens’ associate degree in Medical Office Support will require approximately 70 credit hours of coursework, which includes contemporary business, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, integrated office communication, office procedures, administrative office management, medical records and coding, and medical office simulation, among other academic curriculum.

The program will serve to prepare entry-level medical office assistant specialists, medical receptionists and medical office specialists in administrative duties such as scheduling, information systems, office equipment operations, and medical record-keeping, as well as processing insurance and payments. Additionally, second-year students will complete a 150-hour cooperative work experience in a medical, clinical or health care setting.

Upon completion of the program, individuals will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to work in medical settings such as physician offices, clinics, group practices, hospitals and allied health organizations.

For additional information about Owens’ Medical Office Support associate degree program, call (567) 661-7280 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext 7280. Fall Semester classes begin Aug. 18.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers New Microsoft Publisher Classes, July 8

Posted on June 25th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing their computer knowledge and becoming more proficient in Microsoft Publisher are invited to participate in new continuing education computer classes at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus on Tuesday, July 8.

The Microsoft Publisher Program will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education in July at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus is excited to once again expand our continuing education computer classes and provide area residents the opportunity to receive a comprehensive overview of Microsoft Publisher’s many capabilities and features,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “The two Microsoft Publisher classes are designed to familiarize students with an array of computer techniques and skills that will enable them to create professional quality publications, suitable for coursework, professional purposes and personal use.”

The College’s Microsoft Publisher Program will offer two classes on July 8. The first class, titled Creating and Editing a Publication, will introduce attendees to Microsoft Publisher terminology and the screen to create an advertising flyer. Individuals will also learn about using the task pane for color and font decisions, editing text and objects, editing graphics, creating bulleted lists, formatting, printing and saving publications, and opening and modifying a publication. The beginning Microsoft Publisher class will occur from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Owens’ second class is titled Designing a Newsletter. The advanced course, which will occur from 1-5 p.m., will focus on creating a two-page newsletter using a Microsoft Publisher-designed template. Additional topics will include identifying typical newsletter features such as mastheads, multi-color columns, sidebars, pull quotes and graphics, as well as importing text and graphic files using WordArt.

Registration for the computer classes must be completed by July 3. The registration fee for each class is $69 and/or $129 for the two sessions.

For more information, or to register for either class, call (567) 429-3152 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3152, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center July Schedule

Posted on June 24th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in July at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, July 14 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, July 15 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Wednesday, July 9. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Woodward High School Graduates Begin Educational Pursuits through Participation in Owens’ New Summer Bridge Program

Posted on June 11th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Thirty-nine recent Woodward High School graduates will have the opportunity to experience a taste of college life prior to the beginning of the Fall Semester as Owens Community College announces the creation of a new Summer Bridge to Success Program. The new pilot program is designed to help first-year students, who are underrepresented, successfully transition from high school to college.

The 39 students are all members of the College Foundation’s new Success Program, which affords all Woodward graduating students in financial need the opportunity to pursue a free college education at Owens.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a program that enables students to make a smooth transition from high school to college,” said Tamara Williams, Owens Dean of Academic Services. “The new Summer Bridge to Success Program builds upon the Foundation’s Success Program and its goal of eliminating financial barriers for individuals to pursue their educational and career aspirations. The mission of this academic initiative is to assist Success Program students, who may never aspire to attend college, succeed by introducing them to college life and the many educational resources that Owens offers.”

Williams added, “While the focus of this pilot program targets incoming first-year Success Program students from Woodward High School, our long-term intentions are to expand the academic bridge project to include all first-year underrepresented students attending Owens.”

The new seven-week comprehensive summer program will feature an array of academic initiatives, including academic preparation, exposure to campus life, mentoring, coaching and embracing the expectations of college-level studies. Additionally, Summer Bridge to Success Program participants will have the opportunity to participate in several academic workshops designed to promote enhanced learning and develop necessary study and life skills for college success. Students will also learn and obtain an in-depth understanding of the language, culture and resources of Owens through participation in the College’s First Year Experience “Foundations for College” class and participate in a mathematics course.

In addition, each attendee will be provided with a faculty or staff mentor, as well as a student success mentor during the seven-week academic program. Students will receive free academic textbooks, public transportation to and from Owens’ Toledo-area Campus and Woodward High School, and an iPod, which will be used for interactive, experiential learning activities.

The new Summer Bridge to Success Program begins on Monday, June 16 with an orientation for the participating students and their parents in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128. The orientation will begin with registration, breakfast and opening remarks at 9 a.m. Attendees will then receive a campus tour and their new Owens student identification card from 10:15-11:30 a.m. The Summer Bridge to Success Program orientation will conclude with Owens mentors joining students and parents for lunch at 11:30 a.m.

Earlier this year, Owens’ Foundation announced the creation of the new Success Program, which bridges the gap between the grant aid a student receives and the cost of an Owens education. The 2008 Woodward and Findlay high school graduating classes are serving as the first recipients of this unique program that assist students, who receive only partial state and federal financial aid, attend college.

In order to be eligible, Woodward and Findlay students must graduate from high school, be enrolled in 12 or more credit hours each semester at Owens and complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine financial aid and receive some federal/state grant funding. Recipients must enroll at Owens during the first Fall Semester or Spring Semester following graduation and will have three years to complete their associate’s degree through the Success Program initiative.

The Owens Foundation was incorporated in April 2002 and has over $2.2 million in assets. The Foundation Board of Directors currently is comprised of 23 community leaders from Lucas, Wood and Hancock counties. The mission of the Owens Foundation and its Board of Directors is developing and providing resources to advance the College’s overall mission of serving students and the surrounding communities. The Foundation is also dedicated to removing barriers to education by providing student scholarships and supporting growth and innovation at Owens.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers New LEGO Engineering Program, June 23-27

Posted on June 5th, 2008

The new LEGO Engineering Program will be offered through Owens Community and Corporate Education at the Colleges Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens Findlay-area Campus is excited to provide a continuing education program that brings science, mathematics and creative thinking alive for children, said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. The new LEGO Engineering Program promotes team building and allows attendees to think creatively and explore engineering processes in a fun, engaging environment.

The Colleges LEGO Engineering Program will offer two classes, June 23-27. The first class, titled Introduction to LEGO Engineering, will feature activities related to students building and working with models to investigate fixed and movable pulleys, gears and belt drives. The beginning LEGO class, for ages 5 through 7, will occur from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Owens second class, for ages 8 through 12, is titled LEGO Engineering I. The advanced course, which will occur from 1-4 p.m., will focus on simple machines, structures and forces, levers, wheels and axles, gears and gear mathematics, ratchets and drive trains, and motorized systems.

In addition, each class will use LEGO Educational Division materials and LEGO Technic elements as part of the experiential learning program.

Registration for the LEGO Engineering Program must be completed by June 19 and the registration fee for each class is $120. For more information, or to register for either class, call (567) 429-3152 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3152, or access the Colleges website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Community College is one of the fastest-growing higher educational institutions in Ohio. On the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Owens serves more than 45,000 credit and non-credit students. Owens is committed to providing small classes, personal attention and unmatched affordability. Owens Community College offers associate degrees that transfer to baccalaureate degrees in the Arts and Sciences and over 130 technical program areas in Agriculture, Business, Health Sciences, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, Skilled Trades, and Engineering and Transportation Technologies. Owens students also can earn the first two years of a bachelors degree with a smooth transfer to any area four-year college or university. For more information, visit www.owens.edu.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Offers New Microsoft Word and Excel Classes, June 12 and 17

Posted on May 29th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested enhancing their computer knowledge and becoming more proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel are invited to participate in new continuing education computer classes at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus, June 12 and 17.

The Microsoft Word and Excel programs will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education in June at the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Findlay-area Campus is excited to provide area residents the opportunity to expand their computer skills by receiving a comprehensive overview of Microsoft Word and Excel’s many capabilities and features,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “The College’s Community and Corporate Education is continuously exploring new educational initiatives and is proud to offer programming, which will afford individuals the chance to further their computer knowledge through hands-on learning and one-on-one teaching.”

The Microsoft Word 2003 classes will occur on Thursday, June 12. Owens’ beginning class, which will take place from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., will focus on creating, editing, formatting and revising text, paragraphs and documents, as well as creating and formatting tables. The advanced class will occur from 1-5 p.m. and feature illustrating documents with graphics, formatting techniques and reference techniques, and creating custom tables and merging Microsoft Word documents.

Owens’ Microsoft Excel 2003 courses will take place on Tuesday, June 17. The beginning class will occur from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., while the advanced class will take place from 1-5 p.m. The beginning class will highlight computer skills related to building, editing and formatting worksheets, as well as introduce the various Excel functions. The College’s advanced class will feature hands-on instruction that includes working with charts, automating worksheet tasks, using lists, and working with formulas and functions.

Registration for the computer classes must be completed by June 6 (Microsoft Word) and June 13 (Microsoft Excel). The registration fee for each class is $69 and/or $129 for either two of the Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel sessions. In addition, each participant will receive a Microsoft Word or Excel desk guide as part of the program.

For more information, or to register for either program, call (567) 429-3152 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3152, or access the College’s website at www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce.html.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center June Schedule

Posted on May 22nd, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in June at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, June 2 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, June 3 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Thursday, June 12. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center May Schedule

Posted on April 21st, 2008

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, May 12 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, May 13 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, May 10. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Offers First-Ever Summer Weekend College Education

Posted on April 17th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents will soon have the opportunity to continue their college education during the late spring and summer months on the weekends at Owens Community College as the academic institution is expanding its offerings to include a new Summer Weekend College on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Summer Weekend College classes will occur May 30 – July 27.

“Owens Community College is excited to complement our current academic offerings with a Summer Weekend College program and provide students with alternative ways to pursue a college education,” said Dr. Bruce Busby, Owens Vice President of Academic Services. “Expanding our weekend education during the summer months offers greater accessibility to academic options for our students and their career aspirations.”

The eight-week academic course options available to students on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses as part of the Summer Weekend College program will include introductory to financial accounting, anatomy and physiology, business professionalism, contemporary business, principles of management, introduction to CAD, production drawing, composition, foundations for college, and introduction to the humanities.

Summer weekend course offering also include fundamentals of computing, computer concepts and applications, spreadsheet applications-Excel, marketing, developmental algebra, college algebra, beginning keyboarding, general psychology, life span psychology, sociology, multicultural diversity in the United States, and public speaking, among others.

In addition to new summer weekend academic course offerings, Owens, last year, made available its first-ever weekend associate degree programs, which allow students to begin and end their college education entirely on the weekend. Academic programs offered through the Weekend College curriculum include the associate of arts general concentration, associate of science general concentration, associate of technical studies and the associate of applied business in business management.

According to Tamara Williams, Owens Dean of Academic Services, the new Weekend College curriculum is just the first of many more academic initiatives under consideration. “There are several weekend academic program initiatives in the development stages with the idea of providing greater accessibility to higher education,” she stated.

Owens currently offers more than 160 classes as part of its Weekend College academic curriculum in the areas of chemistry, marketing, English, welding, psychology and physics, among other academic curriculum selections.

For additional information about Weekend College classes, call (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777, or (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Stained Glass Window Panel Class, April 10-17

Posted on April 4th, 2008

The class will take place on consecutive Thursdays, April 10 and 17, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. No previous experience in glasswork is necessary.

The registration fee for the workshop is $79 and includes supplies. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Human Resource Management Certificate Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, April 12 – May 10

Posted on March 26th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio professionals and small business owners interested in expanding their proficiency in the area of human resources are invited to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The program begins April 12 and will continue through May 10.

The program will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education on Saturdays from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

The 15-hour SHRM Essentials of Human Resource Management Certificate Program will feature six learning modules that cover human resource topics relevant to today’s human resource professional. Topics covered in the introductory course will include human resources management, employment law, effective recruitment and selection, basics of compensation and benefits, employee development, and ensuring quality performance. Attendees will receive the latest content and methods based upon legislative changes, recent developments, and the “real world” experiences of leading professionals.

The registration deadline is April 8. For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3152 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3152.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center April Schedule

Posted on March 18th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in April at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, April 14 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, April 15 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, April 5. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Fall Police Academy Program Offered at Owens Toledo-area Campus

Posted on March 18th, 2008

“Owens Community College’s collaboration with the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission provides educational training for thousands of future law enforcement officials throughout Ohio,” said Gary Brinker, Owens Coordinator of Public Service Training Programs. “Students who successfully complete the College’s Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program will become eligible for certification as an Ohio peace officer.”

According to Brinker, “Students who graduate from the College’s police academy program can be found serving as law enforcement officials throughout Northwest Ohio.”

Upon completion of the program, each student will receive a certificate from Owens’ Workforce and Community Services. Curriculum for the Owens police academy is approved by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission.

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College from March 18 – June 9. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Fall Police Academy Program Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus

Posted on March 17th, 2008

“Owens Community College’s collaboration with the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission provides educational training for thousands of future law enforcement officials throughout Ohio,” said Gary Brinker, Owens Coordinator of Public Service Training Programs. “Students who successfully complete the College’s Basic Peace Officer Academy Training Program will become eligible for certification as an Ohio peace officer.”

According to Brinker, “Students who graduate from the College’s police academy program can be found serving as law enforcement officials throughout Northwest Ohio.”

All requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission must be met for certification. Applications for academy classes should be completed and returned to the College from March 17 – June 9. Police Academy Program classes begin in August.

For more information, or to obtain an application packet, call (567) 429-3609 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3609.

Owens Offers Motorcycle Safety Training Program During Upcoming Spring, Summer and Fall Months

Posted on March 7th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area motorcycle enthusiasts interested in enhancing their knowledge about safe driving are invited to enroll in an upcoming Motorcycle Safety Training class offered at Owens Community College’ Workforce and Community Services. The classes will occur during the months March through October.

The College’s Motorcycle Safety Training program is the only basic motorcycle-rider course offered in Wood County and is one of only 20 permanent training locations in Ohio. Owens’ motorcycle safety training is a three-day course, which occurs on Thursday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays. The first class will take place Thursday-Sunday, March 13-16.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again partner with Motorcycle Ohio and offer an educational program that can play a significant role in saving lives,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Statistics show that motorcyclists are at a much higher risk of being severely injured or killed in a collision. I encourage area motorcycle drivers, whether a new or experienced rider, to take advantage of the invaluable training services during the coming months.”

Motorcycle Ohio is regarded as the premier motorcycle safety and education program in the state, having enhanced the riding skills of over 115,000 motorcyclists since its founding in 1987. The organization has 20 permanent training locations throughout Ohio and one mobile program, as well as a fleet of 450 training motorcycles, helmets and over 250 instructors. Motorcycle Ohio’s Basic Rider Course or “Riding and Street Skills” was first made available to the public in 1988, while the Experienced Rider Course was added in 1992. An Instructor Preparation Course is available for experienced motorcyclists interested in becoming a Motorcycle Ohio instructor.

In its first year at Owens, the Motorcycle Safety Training program trained over 200 individuals during the summer and fall months.

The cost to participate in the program is only $25, while individuals under 18 years of age can enroll for free. Space is limited to 12 riders per class. For additional information about the program, or to register, contact the College’s Workforce and Community Services at (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357. In addition, individuals can register online at www.motocycle.ohio.gov.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Ohio’s Only Photovoltaic Installation Training Program, March 3-7

Posted on February 28th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about photovoltaic installation and integration, or becoming a photovoltaic installer, are invited to participate in Ohio’s only Photovoltaic Installation Training program offered through Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services, March 3-7.

The classes will occur daily from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

Individuals attending Owens’ five-day apprentice training program will receive instruction within the areas of electricity and photovoltaic systems and theory. Course content includes system sizing and construction, codes and standards, battery safety, interconnection safety, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Installation practices related to project management, adapting mechanical and electrical design, and system commissioning are also highlighted.

Students successfully completing the Photovoltaic Installation Training program will qualify for the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioner (NABCEP) entry level certificate program. With additional work experience students will qualify to take the national certification test as a photovoltaic system installer.

According Joe Peschel, Owens Programmer of Customized Training, solar energy is a great alternative source to conventional power. “Renewable energy is the wave of the future and society’s demand for solar panel installation is on the rise. Innovative academic curriculum such as the College’s Photovoltaic Installation Training program exposes individuals to an exciting industry and the growing career field as photovoltaic installers and integrators,” he stated.

For more information or to register for the program, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center March Schedule

Posted on February 20th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in March at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, March 17 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, March 18 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is on Saturday, March 1. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Community College Offers New ACT Preparation Class, March 10-31

Posted on February 20th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents preparing to take the national ACT test are encouraged to bring a pencil, paper and a calculator to Owens Community College as the academic institution offers a new program titled “Building Confidence with ACT Prep” in March. The new class is coordinated through the College’s Workforce and Community Services.

The ACT preparation class will occur on Monday evenings, March 10-31, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

“Owens Community College is excited to offer a unique educational program which will help students in their preparation to take the national ACT test,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Account Representative for Workforce and Community Services. “This class will provide students with a variety of test-taking skills that will be beneficial as they study for the ACT and take the actual test.”

According Hogrefe, this will mark the first time that Owens has offered the ACT preparation class on campus after previously providing the program through online test preparation. “Owens Workforce and Community Services is continuously exploring new educational initiatives and is proud to offer a program, which will afford students the opportunity to prepare for the national ACT test through hands-on learning and one-on-one teaching,” she stated.

During each of the four sessions, students will be tutored in all five sections of the ACT test. The actual ACT is comprised of one test in each of the following areas: English, math, reading, science reasoning and writing. In addition to being tutored in these areas, students will learn traditional testing strategies such as how to take a timed test and how to find the elusive answer to a difficult question.

In addition to offering the new ACT preparation class, Owens serves as a host site for the national ACT test. The next testing date will occur in April. Prior registration through the ACT organization is required.

Registration for the ACT preparation class must be completed by March 5. Limited seating is available and early registration is recommended. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Offers Harmonica Workshop, Feb. 2

Posted on January 30th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents venturing to try and learn a new musical instrument in an afternoon are invited to attend a one-day Harmonica Workshop at Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services on Saturday, Feb. 2.

The Harmonica Workshop will occur from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood. Participants of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to enroll in the one-day course.

“Owens Community College’s Harmonica Workshop is geared for people who have perhaps never picked up an instrument before,” said Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative. “The harmonica is perfect for individuals without previous experience playing an instrument because learning techniques and skills can be acquired in a short period of time. Everyone will leave the workshop with the ability to play at least 10 songs, which is very exciting.”

Hogrefe added, “Workshop attendees will have a lot of fun and our goal is to open an avenue for people to express themselves musically, even after they leave the class.”

Attendees will learn how to read music, translate songs into harmonica tablature and play the instrument. In addition to hands on practice and instruction, each participant will receive a harmonica to take home and links to websites so they can continue to explore the instrument on their own.

The registration fee for the workshop is only $35. For more information, or to register for the class, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College Introduces New Online Cancer Information Management Program

Posted on January 18th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is expanding its School of Health Sciences academic curriculum by announcing the creation of a new online cancer information management associate degree program. The College is one of only three academic institutions in the country to offer an online associate degree and certificate program. The other two schools are Santa Barbara City College and Scott Community College.

The new two year associate degree program, which will be available to students beginning Fall Semester 2008, has received formal approval by the Ohio Board of Regents. Additionally, the new cancer information management program is the seventh associate degree to be offered through the eOwens academic curriculum. The other academic programs include business management, e-business, information systems, (hybrid) registered nursing, and associate of arts and associate of science liberal arts general concentration.

“The need for highly skilled and certified tumor registrars is growing nationwide,” said Bonnie Hemp, Owens Chair of Health Information Technology. “The College’s School of Health Sciences is committed to meeting the nation’s health care demands by educating future certified tumor registrar professionals through this new cancer information management program.”

Hemp added, “Cancer registry data is an important resource in evaluating compliance with established cancer care standards and monitoring outcomes. Cancer registrars play a key role in processing, maintaining, compiling and reporting vital data and information related to cancer diagnosis, treatment and survival. These individuals work closely with physicians, administrators, researchers and other cancer standard setters in aggregating and assessing data. Such data plays a significant role in molding future treatments.”

The new associate degree requires 73 credit hours of coursework, which includes cancer disease management, coding and staging systems, registry and organization operations, abstracting principles and practices, pharmacology, pathophysiology, cancer statistics and epidemiology, and healthcare quality improvement, among other academic curriculum. During the two-year program, students will also gain experiential learning in identifying and interpreting data from patients records for research purposes to improve future treatment and quality management. Cancer registrars are responsible for abstracting data about how patients are diagnosed, the stages of cancer at diagnosis, demographics, medical history, treatment outcomes and tracking cancer survivors following medical treatment.

In addition, the program requires 160 hours of clinical practice in an approved hospital cancer program. Following academic curriculum completion, students are eligible to sit for the certification exam to become a certified tumor registrar (CTR) pending program accreditation through the National Cancer Registrars Association.

According to Hemp, beginning in 2010 all individuals with career aspirations as a certified cancer registrar will be required to hold an associate’s degree in cancer information management prior to taking the certification exam. “A college education and certification are essential for future cancer registrars,” she stated.

Owens’ program is designed to prepare highly competent certified tumor registrars for service delivery in a hospital setting that is approved by the American College of Surgeons Cancer Program or a central cancer registry.

In addition to the new two year associate degree, the School of Health Sciences offers a recently established online certificate program in cancer information management. The advanced two-semester program is available to individuals who have successfully graduated from an accredited two-year or four-year health information technology or management program and have certification as a registered health information technician or registered health information administrator.

For additional information about Owens’ new cancer information management associate degree or certificate program, call (567) 661 7286 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7286.

Owens Workforce and Community Services Introduces New Green Technology Program for Spring Semester

Posted on January 11th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about “green living” are invited to participate in a new Green Technology program offered through Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services in January and February.

“Owens Community College’s Workforce and Community Services has made a fundamental point to continuously respond to the needs of the surrounding communities through curricular innovations,” said Dr. Michael Bankey, Owens Vice President of Workforce and Community Services. “Green technology is the wave of the future and more and more individuals are choosing renewable energy sources for conventional power and utilizing environmentally-friendly building products and practices. The College’s new Green Technology program is designed to raise awareness of alternative and renewable energy and provide individuals with enhanced knowledge about the many benefits of ‘green living’.”

The new Green Technology program, which is offered through Workforce and Community Services’ continuing education curriculum, will provide students with innovative and cutting edge instruction related to “green living”, including green building, wind turbines, solar technology and geothermal technology. Owens’ “green living” program will be offered as part of a four-class series on Tuesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. in January and February. The classes will be held at the College’s Workforce and Community Services building on Tracy Road in Northwood.

Owens’ first Green Technology class will highlight green building on Tuesday, Jan. 15. Attendees will learn about national and local organizations that are involved in green energy and the roles they can play in helping individuals with green building projects. Classroom discussion will also include water-conserving plumbing fixtures and practices.

The second class, which will occur on Tuesday, Jan. 29, will explore the technology behind wind turbines and solar power. A tour of the College’s solar panel system, which provides partial electricity for the Workforce and Community Services building, will take place as part of the instruction.

Geothermal technology specific to heating and cooling systems and their efficiency will be featured in the third Green Technology program class on Tuesday, Feb. 12, while the final class will participate in hands-on activities with green building products and materials at Green by Design in Bowling Green. The fourth class will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 26.

According to Rhonda Hogrefe, Owens Continuing Education and Community Service Account Representative, the College’s Workforce and Community Services is planning to make available additional Green Technology program-specific classes for interested area residents in the near future.

“The demand for green technology is continuously increasing and the College’s Workforce and Community Services intends on expanding its “green” academic curriculum to meet society’s needs and demands related to alternative and renewable energy.”

The registration fee for each Green Technology program class is only $39. For more information or to register, call (567) 661 7357 or 1 800 GO OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Area Residents Invited to Free Writers’ Workshop at Owens Community College During Spring Semester

Posted on January 10th, 2008

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area writing enthusiasts of all levels are invited to expand their creative and literacy skills as Owens Community College hosts a Writers’ Workshop during the Spring Semester. The free weekly workshop will provide attendees an educational venue to receive feedback on their writings and review work by other participants.

Offered free of charge, the Writers’ Workshop meets every Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. in the Writing Center located in College Hall Room 156-D. The first writing session will be held on Jan. 16. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is excited to once again provide a forum in which community members and students can share in the writing experience,” said Lynda Hoffman, Owens Assistant Director of the Learning Centers. “The Writers’ Workshop affords writers the opportunity to share their work and develop their skills, as well as have their work published in a College-sponsored journal.”

The Writers’ Workshop is designed to provide educational assistance and guidance to writers of all genres and skill levels. Writers will have the chance to share their work with other members and receive feedback concerning their own writings. Additionally, members will have the chance to give feedback to fellow writers. Participants will also have the opportunity to develop their skills through the critiquing, reviewing and discussing of works submitted.

For more information, call (567) 661-7385 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7385.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center February Schedule

Posted on January 9th, 2008

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in February at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Feb. 11 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is Saturday, Feb. 2. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents Career Choices Seminar at Putnam County Educational Service Center, Dec. 13

Posted on December 5th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to explore career options and gain advice on making the first steps toward a new career as Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus presents a free seminar at the Putnam County Educational Service Center titled “Discovering Career Choices” on Thursday, Dec. 13.

The seminar, which takes places from 7-8 p.m. in the technology classroom of the Putnam County Educational Service Center, is free and open to the public. The educational service center is located on Putnam Parkway in Ottawa.

“The ‘Discovering Career Choices’ seminar is a great opportunity for area residents to receive assistance in matching their career-relevant interests and abilities with potential career fields that maximize their talents,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services for the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College is proud to provide such a community outreach service and a resource for individuals seeking advice and guidance in both the selection and pursuit of a career path.”

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about a free computer program that will help them to explore various career options. Created by ACT, the computer program is titled DISCOVER and assesses an individual’s career options by asking them a variety of questions in many areas and, using a comprehensive database of occupations, college majors, academic institutions, training institutions, financial aid, scholarships and military options, matches the individual with career options where others with similar likes and dislikes have achieved significant success.

Owens is licensed by ACT to use the DISCOVER program. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to obtain a pass-code at the “Discovering Career Choices” seminar to use the web-based DISCOVER program at their own convenience.

For more information, contact the College’s Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509.

Owens Learning Center at The Source to Offer New Nurse Assistant Training Program

Posted on November 26th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College and The Source are expanding access to higher education at the new Learning Center by affording students the opportunity to pursue and complete the nurse assistant training certificate program from the downtown Toledo location. The School of Health Sciences’ nurse assistant training certificate represents the first academic program offered entirely at Owens’ Learning Center.

“Owens Community College’s School of Health Sciences is committed to meeting the needs of its students and the surrounding communities by providing greater access to higher education,” said Janell Lang, Owens Acting Dean of the School of Health Sciences. “Nurse assistants play an integral role in the health care setting and provide much-needed assistance to a variety of patients, which includes the mentally challenged, the elderly, cancer patients and children. They also serve as one-on-one caregivers and often work in nursing homes, home health care agencies and hospices.”

Lang added, “Serving Northwest Ohio’s health care community is the top priority for the School of Health Sciences. The establishment of a nurse assistant training program at the Learning Center in downtown Toledo opens new doors to education and training opportunities within a growing health care career field.”

Owens will offer the nurse assistant training certificate at the Learning Center, Feb. 19 – March 27. The six-week program, which includes 81 hours of didactic, laboratory and clinical studies, is designed to prepare highly competent nurse assistants for careers within the health care setting. During the six-week program, students will learn various nursing and personal care skills, as well as mental health and social service needs. They also will acquire knowledge related to safety and emergency procedures, infection control, and respecting and promoting patients’ rights.

In addition, two eight-hour clinical days at assigned area long-term care facilities are included within the academic curriculum. Nurse assistant training classes will occur on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. at the College’s Learning Center. Following program completion, students are eligible to take the Ohio State Testing and Competency Evaluation to become credentialed as State Tested Nurse Assistants (STNA). Those students interested in continuing their education can then apply for the College’s practical nursing certificate program on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

Owens recently expanded its access to higher educational opportunities within Lucas County by opening the Learning Center at The Source, which is located on Monroe Street in downtown Toledo. The new facility is specifically designed to connect education and training to employment.

Owens’ 11,367 square-feet Learning Center is located within The Source complex and is intended to provide the region with expanded educational choices and options. Highlighted features include five academic classrooms, two computer laboratories and a nursing laboratory, all with state-of-the-art technology and academic resources designed to enhance learning through hands-on instruction and exercises.

Each academic classroom is equipped with innovative computer and multimedia capability, as well as network and Internet access, while the two computer laboratories feature the latest in computing resources for educational training instruction. The nurse assistant laboratory houses state-of-the-art technology and academic resources that prepare students for entry into the nursing practice. The laboratory includes six beds to enhance academic opportunities for students pursuing careers within the growing nursing profession. Additionally, individuals are able to use an array of software applications and programming languages within the laboratories, as well as high-speed Internet access.

Over 300 Owens students are attending classes during this initial Fall Semester at the College’s Learning Center. Academic course options available to students include astronomy, business professionalism, composition, the writing process, introduction to college algebra/trigonometry, principles of mathematics, electrical prints, fundamentals of computing, introductory to financial accounting and public speaking, among many others.

Additionally, Owens’ new facility also offers goal setting, academic and career development advising, as well as support services related to the enrollment and financial aid process.

For more information about the new nurse assistant training certificate program at Owens’ Learning Center in downtown Toledo, call (567) 661-2732 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2732.

Owens Relocates Donated FedEx 727 Aircraft to New Center for Emergency Preparedness

Posted on November 13th, 2007

The donated FedEx 727 aircraft was transported on a special flatbed trailer designed to haul large cargo.

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s recently donated FedEx Boeing 727 aircraft made one final trip prior to beginning its new career as a permanently-stationed aircraft rescue simulator for first responders with the help of Worldwide Aircraft Recovery Ltd. Specializing in disassembling, packaging, transporting and reassembling aircrafts, Worldwide Aircraft Recovery Ltd. provided their expertise in moving the 85,975-pound Boeing 727 on wheels from Toledo Metcalf Field Airport in Millbury to the new Center for Emergency Preparedness, which is located in Lake Township.

“Owens Community College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness continues to invest in the future of higher education by providing first responders and students with new simulated training opportunities that support classroom learning through the use of state-of-the-art educational resources,” said Tom Pack, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness. “The donated Boeing 727 represents the latest training simulator available to first responders and students for experiential learning and is a welcome addition to the emergency preparedness facility.”

Owens’ new aircraft rescue simulator traveled on several roads to its final destination at the Center for Emergency Preparedness, including Ohio State Route 795.

The Center for Emergency Preparedness’ new aircraft rescue simulator, which is 133 feet in length, will afford first responders the opportunity to conduct realistic, hands-on scenario training involving a major aircraft. Owens’ new training simulator is 34 feet in height and will provide trainees with the latest in educational resources to conduct multi-agency response scenarios such as bomb searches, drug searches, hazardous material emergencies, hostage situations, rescue operations and medical emergencies.

Additionally, the aircraft can also be filled with theatrical smoke to simulate dust, fire or hazardous material fumes, as well as stage movable vehicle accident training, featuring extrication exercises. Currently, Owens serves as home to the only aircraft rescue simulator in Northwest Ohio. The 40-year-old donated airplane previously provided FedEx with more than 18 years of service, transporting packages to destinations throughout the United States.

The donated aircraft arrived at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness from Toledo Metcalf Field Airport in less than an hour.

The relocation efforts of the Boeing 727 aircraft from Toledo Metcalf Field Airport to Owens’ Center for Emergency Preparedness were coordinated by Worldwide Aircraft Recovery Ltd. based in Bellevue, Neb. The internationally-recognized organization was responsible for dissembling the aircraft’s two wings, two outbound engines, and the vertical and horizontal tail, and transporting the expansive aircraft on a special flatbed trailer designed to haul large cargo.

Worldwide Aircraft Recovery has relocated over 2,500 aircrafts ranging from priceless vintage (Douglas World Cruiser) to modern jets (F-15s) and has worked with such organizations as NASA, the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, and the U.S. Air Force Academy, among others.

Worldwide Aircraft Recovery transported the aircraft to Owens with a police escort.

Other state and local agencies and organizations that assisted with the aircraft relocation efforts included Toledo Edison, the Ohio Department of Transportation, Buckeye CableSystem, Time Warner, Wood County Sheriff’s Office, Perrysburg Township Police Department and Lake Township Police Department, among many other groups.

Owens officially unveiled its new $20.5 million Center for Emergency Preparedness in April 2007. The new Center for Emergency Preparedness fulfills a need for a rather expansive complex within the region that can provide “real-world” training in a safe and controlled environment. Potential training scenarios that can be conducted within the new facility include those related to natural and manmade disasters involving hazardous materials, confined spaces, riots, entrapments and weapons of mass destruction. Currently, there is no higher education facility for multi agencies to conduct concurrent emergency response training in the Midwest. The federal government operates the only other emergency response facilities somewhat similar in stature. Owens’ facility currently offers 14 simulators/props for scenario-based training.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center November Schedule

Posted on October 26th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in November at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Nov. 12 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, and on Tuesday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 150.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is Saturday, Nov. 3. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens’ New Community Terrace View CafÈ Announces Fall Menu Selections

Posted on October 9th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse the world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a new unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the hospitality management and culinary arts programs unveil fall menu selections in the community Terrace View CafÈ.

The student-run Terrace View CafÈ will be open to the public for the first time with the start of the current Fall Semester. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality department, is located in College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View CafÈ will be open to area residents for lunch on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. during the academic year. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is only $6.95.

“Owens Community College is proud to showcase the hospitality management and culinary arts’ students many talents and skills in a professional restaurant setting involving Northwest Ohio residents as patrons,” said Chef Bill Powell, Owens Instructor of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality. “The Terrace View CafÈ provides a unique learning experience for students in the hospitality management and culinary arts programs and helps instructors bridge the gap between the textbook learning and the everyday demands of actual chefs and industry leaders.”

Chef Powell added, “Students are able to refine industry specific skills such as food preparation and table service, while developing leadership, time management and customer service skills. Such experiential learning provides Owens graduates a competitive advantage in the workforce as employment opportunities for chefs, cooks, hospitality management supervisors and food-preparation workers are in abundance with the restaurant, hotel and health care industries growing at a rapid pace. ”

According to Chef Powell, individuals will be amazed with the creativity of the students’ menu selections. “Too many attendees’ astonishment, the outstanding dishes and service will be coordinated entirely by Owens students, making for a dining experience unlike any other restaurant in Northwest Ohio,” he explained.

The Terrace View CafÈ will be available to guests starting Tuesday, Oct. 16, with a Hawaiian theme that features a Macadamia nut encrusted mahi mahi entrÈe, while the Thursday, Oct. 18, dining experience will highlight a Chinese cuisine of kung pao pork with rice and braised bok choy. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection on Tuesdays, whereas Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Fall Semester dates and entrÈe listings include Oct. 23 (roasted loin of pork with blueberry sauce), Oct. 25 (Korean chicken and cashews with chestnut rice), Oct. 30 (seafood tacos with green chili sauce), Nov. 1 (chicken and bamboo shoots with red curry), Nov. 6 (TBA), Nov. 8 (falutas with chicken filling and fresh guacamole and salsa), Nov. 13 (roasted breast of turkey), Nov. 15 (pao de queijo with sopa de palmito), Nov. 20 (no service), Nov. 22 (no service), Nov. 27 (chicken with black beans, jicama and corn relish), and Nov. 29 (chicken with apricot marinade). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose a vegetarian preparation if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Also, meals are available for take out.

Owens culinary arts program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the rapidly growing culinary arts industry. Both the associate’s degree and certificate prepares students for food preparation positions in restaurants, hotels, health care facilities, resorts and country clubs.

In addition to culinary arts, the College offers an associate’s degree in hospitality management. As part of the program, students are provided with the skills and educational curriculum for a successful career in the diverse areas of hospitality management. Owens’ hospitality management program prepares students for management and supervisory positions in hotels, restaurants, resorts and institutions.

For additional information about Owens’ Terrace View CafÈ lunch menu or to make a reservation, call (567) 661-7359 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7359, or visit www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center October Schedule

Posted on September 24th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in October at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Oct. 15 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162, on Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 150, and on Monday, Oct. 29 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is Saturday, Oct. 6. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents New ‘Hancock Saves’ Workshop Series

Posted on September 13th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to gain insight and advice on ways to become more financially responsible as Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus, in conjunction with the “Hancock Saves” program of Hancock County Ohio State University Extension, presents a new workshop series.

The free workshops will take place monthly on a designated Tuesday at 12 and 6:30 p.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. The 12 p.m. workshop will occur in the Education Center Room 183, while the 6:30 p.m. discussion will take place in Community Education and Wellness Center Room 128. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“The ‘Hancock Saves’ workshop series is a great opportunity for area residents to receive free assistance in building a long-term financial plan that best suits their family and loved ones,” said Angie McGinnis, Owens Director of Enrollment Services for the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College is proud to provide such a community outreach service and a resource for individuals seeking advice and guidance in making financially sound decisions.”

Owens’ first workshop is titled “Finding Money to Save” and will occur on Tuesday, Sept. 18. The discussion will focus on ideas about how to make small financial changes in your lifestyle that will put more money in your wallet. Future workshop topics will include “Developing a Spending Plan” (Oct. 16), “Dealing with Debt” (Nov. 13), “Preventing Identification Theft and Fraud” (Jan. 15), “Cleaning up Your Credit” (Feb. 19), “Investing for Beginners” (March 18) and “Long-term Savings and Retirement” (April 15).

The “Hancock Saves” program is funded as part of a grant from the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation. For more information, call (567) 429-3509 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3509, or (419) 422-3851.

Area Residents Invited to Free Writers’ Workshop at Owens Community College this Fall

Posted on September 6th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area writing enthusiasts of all levels are invited to expand their creative and literacy skills as Owens Community College hosts a Writers’ Workshop during the Fall Semester. The free weekly workshop will provide attendees an educational venue to receive feedback on their writings and review work by other participants.

Offered free of charge, the Writers’ Workshop meets every Wednesday from 6-9 p.m. in the Writing Center located in College Hall Room 156-D. The first writing session will be held on Sept. 12. The workshop will continue throughout the Fall and Spring semesters. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

For more information, call (567) 661-7385 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7385.

Human Resource Learning Systems Course Offered at Owens Findlay-area Campus, Sept. 22 – Dec. 1

Posted on August 27th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio professionals interested in expanding their proficiency in the area of human resources are invited to participate in the Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Learning Systems Course at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus. The program begins Sept. 22 and will continue through Dec. 1.

The course will be offered through Owens’ Community and Corporate Education every other Saturday from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“The SHRM Learning Systems Course is an excellent tool for professionals new to the field of human resources or those looking to develop and enhance their skills in this area,” said Steve Hillard, Owens Director of Community and Corporate Education on the Findlay-area Campus. “This introductory course will offer a comprehensive overview of various aspects of human resource management through curriculum designed by leading experts and professionals.”

The SHRM Learning Systems Course will be segmented into six learning modules that cover human resource topics relevant to today’s human resource professional and are tested on the HRCI certification exams. Topics covered will include the roles and responsibilities of strategic management, workplace planning and employment, human resource development, total rewards, employee and labor relations, and risk management. Attendees will receive the latest content and methods based upon legislative changes, recent developments, and the “real world” experiences of leading professionals.

Course participants can earn up to 3.5 continuing education units upon successful completion. Individuals will also receive a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) preparation book specifically devoted to SPHR certification preparation.

The registration deadline is Sept. 14. For more information, or to enroll in the program, call (567) 429-3152 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3152.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center September Schedule

Posted on August 24th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in September at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Sept. 10, from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162; on Tuesday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 150; and on Monday, Sept. 24, from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is Saturday, Sept. 8. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Enhances Bookstore Operations With New Textbook Online Ordering Process

Posted on August 17th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents pursuing a college education at Owens Community College can now order course textbooks from the convenience of their home computer. Beginning Fall Semester 2007, the College’s campus Bookstores on both the Findlay-area and Toledo-area campuses are affording students the opportunity to order textbooks and have them delivered directly to their home.

“Owens Community College is dedicated to meeting the needs of its students by providing an alternative process for them to purchase their semester textbooks,” said Jennifer Artressia, Owens Supervisor of Business Services on the Findlay-area Campus. “The online ordering process was implemented to allow students easier access in acquiring course material at their own convenience, anytime during the day or night.”

According to Artressia, individuals ordering their books online will need to access the College’s Bookstore website at www.owens.edu/bookstore and click on the area titled “Buy Books Online,” then select the appropriate campus Bookstore for either the Findlay-area Campus or Toledo-area Campus where their courses will occur.

“To use the program, students will select the semester they wish to browse from the drop-down list box,” Artressia stated. “Individuals can select the course desired from the listing, which will then show a grouping of textbook titles associated with specified department, course, section and semester. From there, students can choose the desired textbook and select checkout to place their order.”

Artressia added, “The entire application will only take a few minutes to complete.”

Individuals will be able to pay online using various payment methods, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover and financial aid with their proper Owens identification.

“Whether an individual is a new or returning student to the College, our goal within the Bookstores on both the Findlay-area and Toledo-area campuses is to ensure that a student’s Owens experience is very positive,” Artressia concluded.

For more information about the College’s new online Bookstore textbook ordering process, call (567) 429-3546 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3546 on the Findlay-area Campus, or (567) 661-7306 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7306 on the Toledo-area Campus.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Enhances Bookstore Operations With New Textbook Online Ordering Process

Posted on August 16th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents pursuing a college education at Owens Community College can now order course textbooks from the convenience of their home computer. Beginning Fall Semester 2007, the College’s campus Bookstores on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses are affording students the opportunity to order textbooks and have them delivered directly to their home.

“Owens Community College is dedicated to meeting the needs of its students by providing an alternative process for them to purchase their semester textbooks,” said Rebecca Drayton, Owens Manager of the Bookstore on the Toledo-area Campus. “The online ordering process was implemented to allow students easier access in acquiring course material at their own convenience, anytime during the day or night.”

According to Drayton, individuals ordering their books online will need to access the College’s Bookstore website at www.owens.edu/bookstore and click on the area titled “Buy Books Online,” then select the appropriate campus Bookstore for either the Toledo-area Campus or Findlay-area Campus where their courses will occur.

“To use the program, students will select the semester they wish to browse from the drop-down list box,” Drayton stated. “Individuals can select the course desired from the listing, which will then show a grouping of textbook titles associated with specified department, course, section and semester. From there, students can choose the desired textbook and select checkout to place their order.”

Drayton added, “The entire application will only take a few minutes to complete.”

Individuals will be able to pay online using various payment methods, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover and financial aid with their proper Owens identification.

“Whether an individual is a new or returning student to the College, our goal within the Bookstores on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses is to ensure that a student’s Owens experience is very positive,” Drayton concluded.

For more information about the College’s new online Bookstore textbook ordering process, call (567) 661-7306 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7306 on the Toledo-area Campus, or (567) 429-3546 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3546 on the Toledo-area Campus.

Owens Community College Expands Academic Curriculum to Include Three New Certificate Programs

Posted on August 7th, 2007

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is expanding the number of educational opportunities offered to area residents by announcing the creation of three new fine and performing arts certificate programs. Beginning Fall Semester 2007, certificate programs within the areas of music business technology, commercial photography and interior design will be part of the College’s academic curriculum.

“Owens Community College is committed to providing new educational opportunities within fine and performing arts for students aspiring to become future musicians, producers, recording engineers, photographers and interior designers,” said Eric Wallack, Owens Chair of Fine and Performing Arts. “Music business technology, commercial photography and interior design are growing fields with very lucrative career paths. The creation of these three programs will open new educational doors for students and support economic growth in the fine and performing arts industry.”

The certificate program within music business technology will focus on the essential elements of music business and the related technology with the intention of preparing aspiring musicians, producers and recording engineers for entry-level employment opportunities or further education within the career field. Offered on the Toledo-area Campus, the program will require approximately 21 credit hours of coursework and provide students with academic instruction in the fundamentals of recording, songwriting, MIDI technology and music business.

Owens’ commercial photography certificate will provide students with the necessary training to enter the ever-growing field of commercial photography. Requiring approximately 21 credit hours of coursework, the program will provide students with hands-on experience and practical application in various curriculum areas, including black and white photography, color photography, digital photography, studio photography, large format and digital photo. Commercial photography will be offered on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

The College’s new interior design certificate program requires approximately 21 credit hours and includes courses within foundations in 2D and 3D design, introduction to interior design, history of interiors, interior design studio and textiles. The program, which will be offered on the Toledo-area Campus, is designed to provide students with the necessary academic curriculum for a career as an interior designer.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces GED Regional Testing Center August Schedule

Posted on July 20th, 2007

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents interested in enhancing basic skills in English or math, or improving employment skills, are encouraged to attend free GED educational opportunities in August at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus.

Additionally, all students must attend an orientation meeting before receiving GED Preparation classroom instruction. Orientation meetings will occur on Monday, Aug. 13 from 6-9 p.m. in Room 162; on Tuesday, Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Room 150; and on Monday, Aug. 27 from 6-9 p.m. The room number for the Aug. 27 orientation is yet to be determined.

The College also makes available a free Ohio GED practice test for individuals prior to taking the official examination. Students who pass the GED practice test will receive a fee waiver to take the Ohio GED test for free, saving $55. The practice test is offered in the College’s Testing Center in Room 124 through a computer program.

The official Ohio GED examination is administered at Owens on one designated day per month. The College’s next official testing date is Wednesday, Aug. 1. GED testing will begin at 7:15 a.m. on the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information on the many GED educational opportunities, call (567) 429-3547 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3547.