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Owens Community College Students Lend Helping Hand To High School Students With Third Annual Prom Dress Drive, March 4-29

Posted on February 28th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students are reaching out to high school girls to ensure that they are able to receive a special high school prom experience by hosting the third annual Prom Dress Drive, March 4-29.

The Prom Dress Drive is being coordinated by the College’s Raising Awareness Club. Beginning Monday, March 4, Owens students will accept various gently used prom-specific items, including dresses, shoes, purses, gloves and jewelry, among other prom accessories. The donation drive will run through March 29.

“The Prom Dress Drive has been a big success the last two years,” said Nicole Buccalo, Owens Student Activities Assistant and Raising Awareness Club Advisor. “We really want to make sure that each high school student’s prom is a memorable event. Area residents can help in the Raising Awareness Club’s outreach efforts by donating or encouraging others to donate to the Prom Dress Drive.”

Following the Prom Dress Drive initiative, the Raising Awareness Club and the Springfield High School Academic Booster Club will host the Prom Dress Extravaganza for high school students and their families on Saturday, April 6. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase prom dresses and accessories for minimal cost ranging from $5-20 for dresses and 50 cents to $5 for accessories. Shopping mentors will be on hand to assist individuals in their shopping experience. Additionally, Owens students will provide prom dress alterations free of charge during the event. Owens’ Prom Dress Extravaganza will take place from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center.

All prom donations can be dropped off in the Office of Student Activities Room 165 at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township or at Salon Onyx in Toledo.

All proceeds raised from the prom dress initiative will be used to benefit future community outreach activities for the Raising Awareness Club.

Owens’ Raising Awareness Club was founded with the overall purpose of raising awareness about an array of issues and causes. Comprised of Owens students, employees and alumni, the group is committed to advocating for the acceptance of cultural differences, global unity, disability awareness and various needs that impact the surrounding communities.

For more information, or to make a donation, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

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 Community College Toledo-area Campus to Host Northwest Ohio’s Largest College Preview Night, March 6

Posted on February 26th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – More than 100 public and private colleges and universities from Ohio and the multi-state area will visit the Toledo area as Owens Community College serves as host to Northwest Ohio’s largest College Preview Night on Wednesday, March 6.

Established in 1987, the event will occur from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the counseling staffs of 20 local high schools and Owens. College tables will be set up in Owens’ Student Health and Activities Center and presentations will be held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to College Preview Night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“College Preview Night is a great chance for high school students and their parents, as well as adult students, to visit with admissions representatives and learn about the various educational opportunities available at colleges and universities throughout the surrounding region,” said Kari Morgan, Owens Admissions Representative. “Owens Community College is proud to once again work with area high schools in sponsoring an event that will aid students in choosing their career path.”

The event will provide prospective students the opportunity to visit with various college and university representatives and pick up important information about admission requirements. Individuals will also learn about financial aid, student activities, academic program offerings, athletic eligibility and accommodations for students with special needs.

Informational sessions will also occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, online financial aid resources, preparing for the ACT test, preparing to transfer from one academic institution to another, college athletics and admission to military academies and the ROTC.

In addition, representatives from local financial institutions will be present to provide information on student loans and high school counselors will be available during the event to answer general college questions. Representatives of the various military branches will also be on hand to discuss admission to military academies, the ROTC and other scholarship-related programs.

For more information about College Preview Night, call (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Greater Hancock County College Night, March 4

Posted on February 20th, 2013

FINDLAY, Ohio – More than 80 colleges and universities from Ohio and the surrounding states will visit the Findlay area as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus serves as host to Greater Hancock County College Night on Monday, March 4. The event will occur from 6:30-8 p.m.

The counseling staffs of nine local high schools in the surrounding area are co-sponsoring the annual event, which is being held at the Owens Findlay-area Campus Community Education and Wellness Center. The College is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the college preview night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Greater Hancock County College Night is a great opportunity for prospective college students to visit with admissions representatives and learn about the various educational choices available throughout the surrounding region,” said Stefanie Orians, Owens Admissions Representative on the Findlay-area Campus and Greater Hancock County College Night event coordinator. “Owens Community College is proud to once again work with area high schools in sponsoring an event where students can begin to choose their career path.”

The event will provide high school students and their parents, as well as adult students, the opportunity to visit with various college and university representatives and pick up important information about admission requirements. Individuals will also learn about financial aid, student activities, academic program offerings and accommodations for students with special needs.

Informational sessions will occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, planning for college, preparing for the ACT test and career trends of the future.

For more information on Greater Hancock County College Night, contact the Owens Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656.

Owens Community College to Host FFA District I Tractor Troubleshooting Competition, Feb. 22

Posted on February 19th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area high school students will put their knowledge of tractors to the test as they compete in the 20th annual FFA District I Agricultural and Industrial Diagnostics Contest at Owens Community College on Friday, Feb. 22.

The contest will occur from 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the College’s Transportation Technologies Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Presented by the College’s Transportation Technologies, the contest will involve high school teams, consisting of two students, completing various testing to determine their expertise of tractors. As part of the practical skills competition, teams will be required to locate, identify and repair a malfunction on a specified tractor donated for the event.

A panel of 10 judges, comprising industry representatives and Owens Transportation Technologies faculty, will grade each high school in the areas of workmanship as a team, safety practices, problem-solving techniques and identification, and repair of malfunctions to determine a district champion. Additionally, students within the College’s Transportation Technologies will assist with the competition. The top team will advance to the state championship competition.

High schools, which scored the highest on the written examination within the region were invited to participate in hands-on portion of the competition. Participants include Ayersville High School, Bowling Green High School, Delta High School, Elmwood High School, Fairview High School, Four County Career Center, Genoa High School, Liberty Center High School, Otsego High School, Patrick Henry High School, Penta Career Center and Woodmore High School.

Local businesses donating tractors for the competition are Streacker Tractor Sales, Crosby Equipment, Eagle Machinery Inc., Caterpillar Inc., John Deere and Owens Community College.

Owens’ Diesel Technology program offers students the opportunity to pursue either an associate degree or a certificate while preparing them for careers in operations, maintenance, service, testing, diagnosis and development of truck and heavy equipment. Students interested in a career as a professional agricultural equipment service technician can pursue an associate degree through the College’s John Deere Agricultural Technician program. Owens is one of 21 academic institutions in North America, and the only school in Ohio, to offer the John Deere Agricultural Technician program.

Owens Community College Welcomes Nationally-Known Author and Diversity Advocate Zach Wahls, Feb. 28

Posted on February 14th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to hear the inspirational words of nationally-known author and diversity advocate Zach Wahls as he takes attendees on a personal journey into his life growing up with two same-sex parents during free lecture presentations titled “What Makes a Family” at Owens Community College’s Findlay-area and Toledo-area campuses on Thursday, Feb. 28.

The first lecture presentation will begin at 11 a.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. A second presentation by Wahls will occur at 2 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay, while the Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to both events is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

In addition to sharing his own personal experience with having two same-sex parents, Wahls will explore the nature of family and what it means for the millennial generation.

On Jan. 31, 2011, Wahls addressed the Iowa House Judiciary Committee in a public hearing regarding a proposed constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage in Iowa. The then 19-year-old son of a same-sex couple, Wahls proudly proclaimed “the sexual orientation of my parents has had zero effect on the content of my character.” Hours later, his speech was posted on YouTube, where it went viral, quickly receiving more than two million views. By the end of the week, everyone knew his name and wanted to hear from the boy with two moms. The sixth-generation Iowan was invited for appearances on MSNBC, CNN and “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”.

Energized by his new emergence as a national advocate for marriage equality, Wahls has continued speaking and recently released the book “My Two Moms”, which details his life growing up with two same-sex parents. The book also provides insight into lessons of love, strength and what makes a family.

For additional information about the lecture, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583, or (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens’ Community Terrace View Café Announces Spring Semester Menu, Feb. 19 – Apr. 25

Posted on February 14th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts programs unveil spring menu selections in the community Terrace View Café.

The student-run Terrace View Café is open to the public during the academic year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality Department, is located in College Hall Room 148 on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View Café will be open to area residents for lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. and take-out meals will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is $9 and reservations are required.

The Terrace View Café will be available to guests starting Tuesday, Feb. 19 with smoke roasted pork loin with apple cider sauce as the entrée. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection on Tuesdays, while Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Spring Semester dates and entrée listings include March 19 (baked tilapia with Chesapeake Bay baste), March 21 (gombas szelet – mushroom lamb chops), March 26 (chicken creole with pan steamed rice and fried okra), March 28 (Mongolian barbeque), Apr. 9 (Kentucky barbeque pork loin), Apr. 11 (to-be-announced Greek cuisine), Apr. 16 (made-to-order omelets), Apr. 18 (beef bulgogi in red leaf lettuce wrap), Apr. 23 (chicken Monterey with green chili potatoes) and Apr. 25 (tapas). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose either a lacto-ovo vegetarian entrée or a Terrace chicken burger with the planned side dishes if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Bakery items also will be available for purchase during the luncheons.

Owens Culinary Arts Program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the 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.

Owens’ Department of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality also offers a Baking and Pastry Certificate Program for those individuals interested in becoming a professional baker or pastry chef.

Reservations must be made by 3 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the Tuesday luncheon and 3 p.m. on Thursday prior to the Thursday luncheon. For additional information about Owens’ Terrace View Café fall lunch menu, call (567) 661-7359 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7359. Individuals can also make a reservation by accessing the College’s website at www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents Free ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ Film Screening and Discussion, Feb. 19

Posted on February 13th, 2013

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to explore diversity and its societal impact in the 1930s as Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus’ Office of Student Activities and Honors Program presents a free screening and discussion of the film “To Kill a Mockingbird” on Tuesday, Feb. 19.

The film, which is being presented in conjunction with the College’s celebration of Black History Month, will be shown at 11 a.m. in the College’s Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Based on Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “To Kill a Mockingbird” provides insight into the life of Atticus Finch, who serves as a lawyer in a racially-divided Alabama town in the 1930s. Racial tension escalates as Finch chooses to defend Tom Robinson, a black man accused of raping a white woman. The story is told through the eyes of Finch’s six-year-old daughter Scout and her older brother Jem. “To Kill a Mockingbird” garnered international acclaim highlighted by three Oscar Awards in 1963. The film was directed by Robert Mulligan.

Immediately following the film, Owens Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences Dr. Marian Moore and Interim Chair of English Ellen Sorg will offer insight into the historical and ethical significance of “To Kill a Mockingbird” as part of an open discussion.

For more information about the event, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College to Host Green Industry Career and Job Fair, Feb. 20

Posted on February 12th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents and students with career aspirations in a green industry-related field are invited to learn about and explore various seasonal employment opportunities available throughout the region as Owens Community College serves as host to a Green Industry Career and Job Fair on Wednesday, Feb. 20.

The Green Industry Career and Job Fair will take place from 3-4:30 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-127 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local green industry representatives and ask them questions about their professions or how to go about choosing a career path in the green industry field. In addition, attendees will be able to fill out applications for various seasonal employment opportunities.

Owens students and area residents attending the event are encouraged to bring several copies of their resume and to dress professionally in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Approximately 20 area employers within such areas as landscape, golf course and small scale farm will be in attendance. Area employers will include Envirocare Lawn and Landscape, Schedel Arboretum and Gardens, Premier Gardening Services, Toledo Country Club and Smith Road Farm, among others.

In addition, Owens will have information available for those individuals interested in pursuing a college education. Owens offers a wide variety of academic programs through the College’s Department of Science specific to the natural sciences areas of Landscape and Turfgrass Management, Golf Course/Athletic Field Management and Urban Agriculture and Sustainability.

For more information about the Green Industry Career and Job Fair, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Valentine’s Day Card Community Outreach Event, Feb. 13

Posted on February 7th, 2013

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to put their creative card-making skills to test, as well as help in spreading a little cheer to local community members at Findlay’s Birchaven Village, as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus serves as host to a free Valentine’s Day Card Community Outreach Event on Wednesday, Feb. 13.

Coordinated by the College’s Student Activities Office, the event will take place from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Education Center Atrium on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is encouraging community members to help in lifting the spirits of others through volunteerism,” said Jamey Katzner, Owens Manager of Career Services and Student Activities. “A simple act such as providing a positive message for another person can make a significant impact. Owens Community College is extremely thankful to Birchaven Village for partnering on this service learning opportunity.”

During the event, participants will have the opportunity to construct and decorate Valentine’s Day cards for local community members at Birchaven Village. Additionally, attendees will be encouraged to provide an inspirational message within each card.

For more information about the card-making event, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College to Host ‘Digitally Documenting Your Art’ Photography Workshop, Feb. 2

Posted on January 28th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in gaining insight into the importance of professional photographs in showcasing artwork for exhibitions and portfolios are invited to attend a daylong workshop titled “Digitally Documenting Your Art: Your SMART Phone Isn’t Really Smart Enough” at Owens Community College on Saturday, Feb. 2.

Presented by Owens, Lourdes University and the Toledo Federation of Art Societies, the event will take place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus. The event is open to the public.

The workshop will commence at 10 a.m. with a presentation by Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts Margaret Lockwood-Lass about the benefits of having quality digital photographs of artwork in building a website or blog, creating a professional portfolio and securing exhibitions. Topics will also include taking digital photographs of artwork without a lot of expensive equipment and when artwork requires a professional photographer, among others. The presentation will take place in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre.

Beginning at 11:30 a.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Photography Studio Room 233, workshop attendees can have professional-quality photographs taken of their artwork by students within the Owens Photo Club. Separate stations will be set up to photograph different types of artwork such as 2-D (paintings, prints and textiles), tabletop-sized 3-D artwork, 3-D artwork that must be positioned on the floor, reflective 3-D artwork (glass and metal) and small artwork (jewelry). Each individual will receive digital files on a CD or as an electronic transmission of their artwork.

The cost for the first artistic piece is $25 and each subsequent item will cost $20 or less with the same lighting arrangement. All proceeds will benefit the Owens Photo Club student organization to offset costs to attend professional photography conferences.

The Owens Photo Club was founded with the overall mission of providing personal and professional enrichment and educational opportunities for all Owens students, including students majoring in the College’s commercial photography technology and photography academic programs.

For additional information about the upcoming workshop, call (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Community College Students to Host Chili Cook-Off Fundraising Event, Feb. 5

Posted on January 24th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to put their taste buds to the test as Owens Community College students serve as host to a Chili Cook-Off fundraising event on Tuesday, Feb. 5.

The Chili Cook-Off will occur from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Attendees will receive a tasting kit to sample the assortment of chili selections. The Chili Cook-Off is open to the campus community as well as the general public. The College’s Office of Student Activities is encouraging individuals to donate $3 per person, which will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample an assortment of chili from various Owens teams and then vote for their favorite edible delight. The team who receives the most votes will become the Chili Cook-Off people’s choice winner and the chili will be sold at the College’s Fireside Grill as part of a collaborative effort between the Office of Student Activities and AVI Foodsystems.

Proceeds raised from the Chili Cook-Off will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which is committed to the overall mission of advancing cures, and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment.

For more information about the event, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Community College to Host Spring Charity Week Community Outreach Events, Jan. 29-31

Posted on January 22nd, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to help make a difference in lives of others by participating in a series of community outreach events as part of Owens Community College’s Spring Charity Week, Jan. 29-31.

Coordinated by the College’s Student Activities Office, the various activities will occur daily from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again offer a series of outreach activities in which students and area residents can impact the lives of others through volunteer service,” said John Byers, Owens Director of Student Involvement. “Participants can engage in several projects, ranging from assembling smile bags to creating Valentine’s Day cards, during Charity Week. I encourage individuals to help in lifting the spirits of another person through Owens’ volunteer outreach program.”

Each day, participants will have the opportunity to engage in several hands-on activities, which will include constructing and decorating Valentine’s Day cards for area senior citizens. Additionally, attendees will be encouraged to provide an inspirational message within each card. Charity Week volunteers can also assist in assembling “smile bags” filled with such items as coloring books, crayons, a photo frame magnet craft kit, notepads and stuffed animals for children involved with the Dental Center of Northwest Ohio. The final Charity Week project will provide individuals with the chance to create fleece rope dog toys for local animal shelters.

All completed projects from Charity Week will be delivered to the appropriate community groups and organizations throughout the Spring Semester. For more information about the upcoming Charity Week community outreach activities, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Community College Presents Free ‘Incognito’ Theatrical Performances on Diversity, Jan. 30-31

Posted on January 18th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into such issues as race, identity, diversity and stereotypes are invited to Owens Community College as nationally-recognized writer/actor Michael Fosberg presents the theatrical performance “Incognito” on the academic institution’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, Jan. 30-31.

Fosberg’s performance is being presented in conjunction with the College’s celebration of Black History Month. The theatrical presentation and open discussion will begin at 2 p.m. on Wednesday (Jan. 30) in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. A second performance by Fosberg will occur at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday (Jan. 31) in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to both events is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

During the performance, Fosberg will inhabit over a dozen characters as he masterfully tells the true story of finding his biological father. Raised in a working-class white family, Fosberg discovers at age 32 that his father is actually African-American. Fosberg’s performance is intended to challenge audiences to carefully examine their own assumptions about others. Each performance will be followed by an open discussion led by Fosberg.

Fosberg began to study acting, directing and writing at the University of Minnesota. While attending college, he founded the Small Change Original Theater, producing, writing, directing and conducting workshops for children throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

A move to Los Angeles in the late 1980s had him appearing in television and film, while continuing his work with young students as the Director of Education for the Living Library Theatre, a Stage Combat Instructor at the Buckley School and a Teacher/Director for the South Coast Repertory’s Young Actor’s Conservatory Program. Fosberg also worked as a guest artist at the Sundance Institute’s Summer Residency Program, teaching educators how to utilize drama in the classrooms.

Since 2000, Fosberg has been touring his autobiographical solo-show “Incognito”. His one-person theatrical production has made appearances at colleges and universities, high schools, performing arts centers, festivals and theaters across the country, including at the California African American Museum in Los Angeles, the Missouri Repertory Theatre in Kansas City and Illinois Theatre Center in Park Forest, Ill.

For additional information about the performance, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583, or (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Dental Program Offers Free Dental Services for Children During Give Kids A Smile Day, Feb. 1

Posted on January 16th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Oral hygiene, X-rays and fillings will be the focus of free dental appointments at Owens Community College as more than 150 area elementary and high school students’ teeth are transformed to pearly whites during the nationwide Give Kids A Smile Day on Friday, Feb. 1.

Owens’ Dental Hygiene program, in collaboration with the Toledo Dental Society, will be offering a day of free dental services for children with limited or no access to care ages six months to 18 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. at the College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic. The clinic is located in Health Technologies Hall on the Toledo-area Campus.

Additionally, Toledo Dental Society dentists and Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary will provide restorative treatments such as fillings and extractions for patients on Feb. 1.

Give Kids A Smile Day is a national initiative by the American Dental Association, which is dedicated to focusing attention on the epidemic of untreated oral disease among disadvantaged children. Held each February in conjunction with National Children’s Dental Health Month, Give Kids A Smile Day provides free oral health education, screening and treatment services to children from low-income families across the country.

“Owens Community College’s Dental Hygiene program is excited to once again participate in such a worthwhile endeavor and provide dental services to individuals in need,” said Beth Tronolone, Owens Chair of Dental Hygiene. “Give Kids A Smile Day is also a wonderful opportunity to raise the importance and awareness of preventive dental care such as flossing, brushing and regular dental visits. Our goal is give each attendee a positive dental experience and help them feel comfortable smiling again.”

Owens Dental Hygiene second-year students, faculty and alumni, and area dentists will be conducting dental services, which will include dental education and screening, X-rays, oral prophylaxis (cleanings), limited restorations and dental sealants. In addition, first-year students from the health program will provide educational presentations for parents and children.

The College’s Dental Hygiene program provides more than 40 students with a fully accredited, scientifically current and competency-based curriculum annually. Students receive classroom instruction as well as hands-on experience in the Dental Hygiene Clinic, while preparing to sit for the national, state or regional exam in dental hygiene. Owens’ program also offers dental services to area residents through its Dental Hygiene Clinic. The 20-chair clinic is staffed by dental hygiene students and supervised by licensed dental professionals at Owens, and appointments are available during the Fall and Spring semesters for a $30 fee.

Individuals interested in receiving free dental service are encouraged to contact the College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic at (567) 661-7294 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7294. Appointment reservations must be made prior to the event.

Owens Community College to Host Community Volunteer Action Fair, Jan. 15

Posted on January 9th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many available opportunities to give back to their local communities throughout Northwest Ohio as Owens Community College serves as host to a Community Volunteer Action Fair on Tuesday, Jan. 15.

Coordinated by the Office of Service Learning and Civic Engagement, the Community Volunteer Action Fair will take place from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local community outreach representatives and ask them questions about volunteer opportunities available through their organizations.

Area organizations in attendance will include the Padua Center, Odyssey Hospice, Toledo Seagate Food Bank, Lutheran Social Services of Northwestern Ohio, Camp Courageous, Wood County Park District, Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity, Toledo Botanical Garden and American Red Cross, among many others.

For more information about the Community Volunteer Action Fair, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Surgical Technology Students to Host Community Blood Drive, Jan. 15

Posted on January 8th, 2013

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, Jan. 15.

The Blood Drive will occur from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The Blood Drive will be staffed by Owens surgical technology and sterile processing student classes.

Qualified donors must be at least 17 years of age and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. In addition, individuals should feel well the day of the Blood Drive, be in general good health and have a picture ID (preferably a driver’s license). The Blood Drive is open to Owens employees and students, as well as area residents. Walk-ins are welcome.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region provides service to 11 counties in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, contact the College’s School of Health Sciences at (567) 661-7206 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7206. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.redcrosssblood.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCPERRYSBURG or calling the above number.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Third Annual Community Volunteer Fair, Jan. 17

Posted on January 7th, 2013

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many available opportunities to give back to their local communities throughout Northwest Ohio as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus serves as host to its third annual Community Volunteer Fair on Thursday, Jan. 17.

The Community Volunteer Fair is being presented in conjunction with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service and will take place from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is proud to present a community outreach event which showcases the many opportunities available for individuals to volunteer their time and give back through community service,” said James Katzner, Owens Manager of Career Services and Student Activities.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local community outreach representatives and ask them questions about volunteer opportunities available through their organizations.

Area organizations in attendance will include the Children’s Mentoring Connection of Hancock County, Open Arms Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Services, Read for L.I.F.E., Special Kids Therapy, Hancock Park District, Findlay Family YMCA, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Blanchard Valley Health System, Hancock County Agency on Aging and Blanchard Valley Center, among many others.

For more information about the Community Volunteer Fair, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College to Host Free Stress Relief Artistic Expression Workshops, Dec. 3-6

Posted on November 27th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in learning about ways to reduce the amount of stress in their lives through the arts are invited to attend several free workshops at Owens Community College titled “Using Art to Reduce Stress and Anxiety” in December.

Presented by Owens as part of the AmeriCorps College Completion Coaches Initiative, the four different, two-hour workshops will occur in College Hall Room 120B on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The workshops are free and open to the public.

The four separate workshops will occur Monday, Dec. 3 from 4-6 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 4 from 12-2 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 5 from 4-6 p.m., and Thursday, Dec. 6 from 12-2 p.m.

During the workshops, attendees will have the opportunity to explore stretching, relaxation and breathing techniques to reduce stress. Individuals will also learn about how the arts can assist in balancing life through self-care and self-expression. Each workshop will feature a different art-specific exercise focused on freedom of artistic expression. Hands-on activities will include collage-making (Dec. 3), cartoon your life (Dec. 4), self-portrait (Dec. 5) and still-life drawing (Dec. 6).

For more information, call (567) 661-2351 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2351.

Owens Community College Veterans Services to Help Less Fortunate Children With Toy Drive, Nov. 27 – Dec. 12

Posted on November 26th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Office of Veterans Services is looking to spread holiday cheer to those less fortunate children by collaborating with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and hosting its second annual Toy Drive, Nov. 27 – Dec. 12.

Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 27, Veterans Services, in collaboration with the Office of Human Resources, will accept new and unwrapped toys as part of a collaborative effort with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The donation drive will run through Dec. 12. All collected donations will then be delivered to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for distribution to needy children in the surrounding communities.

“All children should experience the joys of the holiday season,” said Vickie Adams, Owens Director of Veterans Services. “Owens Community College is once again looking to spread cheer to less fortunate children throughout Northwest Ohio by hosting its annual toy drive. I encourage local residents to give back and brighten a child’s holiday season with a toy donation.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Toledo-area Campus, which is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, in the College Hall Room 130B.

Owens’ Office of Veterans Services is dedicated to assisting veterans, active service persons, reservists and eligible dependents in their pursuit of a college education. Over 340 individuals representing the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Coast Guard are involved in Owens’ veterans services programs. The College recently earned the distinction of being designated as a Military Friendly School by Victory Media, a nationally-recognized media entity for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. The 2013 Military Friendly Schools listing honors the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools for exemplary efforts in embracing America’s military service members and veterans as students.

For more information about the toy drive, call (567) 661-8387 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 8387.

Owens Students to Assist Fellow College Students Through a Cap and Gown Collection Drive Program

Posted on November 16th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – As the Fall Semester nears an end, many students are about to reach the pinnacle of their academic careers by receiving a college diploma. However, the parties and celebrations that follow the pomp and circumstance quickly subside after a few days and in many instances the graduate’s cap and gown are placed in storage or discarded entirely. Owens Community College’s Student Government is encouraging past college and university graduates to help future graduating classes by donating their garb to those less fortunate as part of a Graduation Donation Program.

Beginning Monday, Nov. 19, Owens’ Student Government will accept a variety of new and gently used caps and gowns. The Graduation Donation Program drive will run through Dec. 14. Collected caps and gowns will be available for Owens graduating students to use during Fall Commencement for a $10 deposit, while supplies last, as part of the Student Government outreach program. Interested graduates can pick up their cap and gown in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center Room 165 on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township starting Nov. 19.

“Owens Community College’s Student Government sees the cap and gown collection program as a great opportunity for college and university graduates to give back by donating their cap and gown to those less fortunate students,” said Marlissa Nordhaus, Owens Student Government Vice President. “We want to make sure that the last thing students need to worry about on their special day is having enough money for a cap and gown.”

According Nordhaus, the Owens Student Government is accepting donated caps and gowns of all colors from other colleges and universities as they do not have to be Owens’ traditional cap and gown commencement color of black.

“We intend to work with area colleges and universities and provide them with the donated caps and gowns to assist their own students,” she stated.

Owens has set up a collection points on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Area residents can drop off their caps and gowns on the Toledo-area Campus at the Student Health and Activities Center Room 165. On the Findlay-area Campus, the collection point is in the College’s Student Services Center.

The College’s Student Government is comprised of individuals who serve as the student body voice on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Balancing their time between school and work, Student Government members are constantly initiating new projects and events that cater to the interests of Owens’ student body.

For more information about the collection drive, or to donate, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Surgical Technology Students to Host Community Blood Drive, Nov. 27

Posted on November 15th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, Nov. 27.

The Blood Drive will occur from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The Blood Drive will be staffed by Owens surgical technology and sterile processing student classes.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region provides service to 11 counties in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Nursing Students Reach Out to Area Hospital Children With Toy Drive, Nov. 15 – Dec. 12

Posted on November 14th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – The Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is once again working to spread holiday cheer throughout the surrounding communities by hosting its eighth annual Toy Drive benefiting children staying in local hospitals. The organization is currently accepting donations of toys, Nov. 15 – Dec. 12.

“The Owens Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is proud to once again help in bringing smiles to those children who must spend their holiday in the hospital by coordinating our annual toy drive,” said Heather Franks of Findlay, Owens registered nursing student and Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association President. “Something as simple as a toy can really make a difference for a child in the hospital. I encourage individuals to give back during the holiday season by donating a toy to help a child.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay, at collection points in the Nursing Lab or the Atrium area. On Dec. 17, the Student Nursing Association will wrap the donated toys and distribute them as gifts to children in the Blanchard Valley Health System, Wood County Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, Lima Memorial Health System, Fremont Memorial Hospital and Fostoria Community Hospital. Over 615 toys were donated to area hospital children the last seven years.

The Owens Student Nursing Association has a rich and storied history, serving as one of the longest active student organizations at the College. In 2005, Owens expanded its student activities opportunities to include a new Findlay-area Campus chapter of the Student Nursing Association. The organization was created for Findlay-area Campus nursing and pre-nursing students with the overall mission of providing avenues for individuals to engage in community service activities, as well as to serve as a support network for nursing students.

For more information on the Owens Student Nursing Association Toy Drive, call (567) 429-3518 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3518.

Owens Student Group Extends Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Supply Drive Through Nov. 20

Posted on November 14th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students are continuing to reach out to the victims of the hurricane that has devastated the East Coast by extending their Disaster Relief Supply Drive on the Toledo-area Campus through Tuesday, Nov. 20. The supply drive efforts are being coordinating by Owens’ Honors Club.

Items being collected include bottled water, blankets, sleeping bags, tarps, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent, mops, brooms, shovels, snow shovels, rakes, box fans, flashlights, batteries, shop vacuums, canned and non-perishable food items, personal care items, baby care items, first aid supplies and pet supplies, among other items.

Area residents can drop off their charitable donations on the Toledo-area Campus in the College Hall Atrium, the Student Health and Activities Center, the Library and Founders Hall. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

At the conclusion of the supply drive, all disaster relief items will be donated to the ISOH/IMPACT organization for distribution.

For more information, or to make a donation, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College to Host Free International Education Week Events, Nov. 13-15

Posted on November 8th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will celebrate International Education Week with a series of events and activities highlighting multinational experiences, Nov. 13-15.

Presented by the International Programs and Services Office, Owens’ International Education Week events are free and open to public and will occur on the College’s Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

The week’s events will kick off on Tuesday, Nov. 13, with an International Flag Ceremony. The kick-off event will commence with welcome remarks by Owens representatives followed by Owens international students sharing their higher educational experience from an international student perspective. The ceremony will continue with the announcement of the three award recipients of the Seventh/Eighth Grade International Essay Contest and the reading of their award-winning essays. The ceremony will conclude with Owens’ international students presenting their country’s flag at the College’s newly named International Plaza. The event will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. in the courtyard adjacent to the Student Health and Activities Center.

Activities will continue from 12-3 p.m. on Tuesday with an International Celebration in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to sample an array of ethnic food from around the globe as well as experience musical sections and dances from other countries as presented by Owens international students.

Also on Tuesday, area residents will be able to view and purchase various handcrafts as presented by 10,000 Villages, an organization that promotes international fair trade by marketing products from diverse cultures made by artisans. The display will be located in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The 10,000 Villages will also make their handcrafts available for purchase in the College Hall hallway near the Bookstore from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 14.

On Wednesday, Nov. 14, exchange students from Belgium who are studying at Owens this semester will present information about their country and college Haute Ecole Libre Mosane (HELMO) in Liege, Belgium as part of a lecture presentation at 9 a.m. in the Heritage Hall Atrium. Later that same day at 11:30 a.m., Fulbright Scholar Farzona Rahimova will share insight about her home country of Tajikistan. Attendees will learn about Tajikistan’s geography, culture, food, economy, history and current challenges. The lecture will take place in College Hall Room 100. Wednesday’s lecture presentations will conclude with individuals learning about life in Greece as well as the country’s rich heritage and culture from Owens Honors Program students Andrew Hartke and Amanda Wyatt at 2 p.m. in College Hall Room 100. The students participated in a study abroad experience in Greece last spring.

International Education Week activities will continue on Thursday, Nov. 15, as The Ohio State University’s Center for Slavic and East European Studies provide details specific to different international career paths from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Room 111. Additionally, International Education Week attendees will have the opportunity to view the international documentary film “Crossing Borders” from 12-2 p.m. in College Hall Room 100. The documentary follows four Moroccan and four American university students on their travels through Morocco. Shared experiences between the student groups are realized during their trip, which contrast sharply with the media-shaped views Americans and Muslims have of each other. An open discussion will follow the film presentation.

International Education Week was established as part of a joint initiative with the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to support programs dedicated to preparing Americans for a global environment and to attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the United States.

Owens’ Office of International Programs and Services is committed to providing experiential learning opportunities to international students from around the globe. During the Fall Semester, over 115 students from 35 countries are pursuing higher education at Owens. Countries represented in Owens’ international student enrollment are Kenya, Egypt, China, India, Venezuela, Brazil, Colombia, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Nigeria and South Korea, among others.

Additionally, in the past several years, the College’s International Programs and Services has established several new study abroad educational opportunities for Owens students in such countries as China, Peru and Greece. Furthermore, eight students are attending Owens this fall term through the Community Colleges for International Development, which is supported through the U.S. Department of State, among many other initiatives.

For additional information about Owens’ International Education Week activities, call (567) 661-2773 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2773.

Owens Diagnostic Medical Sonography Faculty and Students Collecting Winter Coats for Those Less Fortunate, Nov. 1-29

Posted on October 31st, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography faculty and students are reaching out to those in need of coats and apparel during the upcoming winter months by hosting a winter coat drive, Nov. 1-29.

The community outreach initiative is titled “Susie’s Coats” and named in honor of Owens Diagnostic Medical Sonograpy Chair Susan Perry of Woodville. Now in its sixth year, “Susie’s Coats” has provided over 2,200 winter clothing items to those less fortunate in the Toledo area.

According to Perry, the initiative began when she celebrated her 50th birthday six years ago. Her family asked what she wanted for her birthday, which is Dec. 1, and she told them that she is blessed to have everything that she could ever want or need in her life. For that reason, Perry told her family that she wanted to help others and “Susie’s Coats” became a reality.

In addition to becoming a family affair, the “Susie’s Coats” initiative has spread to the College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program in the last few years and involves Owens faculty and students.

“I was once homeless as a child and on the receiving end of a red coat with shiny buttons,” explained Perry. “I never forgot the generosity. I am honored, along with my family and the Owens family, to pay it forward and help others who are in need of warm winter clothing.”

Perry added, “It is really rewarding to see our students giving back to the communities that they will one day serve. Sonography is a health career that involves working directly with patients and their families and this program provides a great service learning experience.”

Beginning Thursday, Nov. 1, the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Department will accept a variety of new and gently used winter jackets and coats, as well as hats, gloves, scarves and mittens. Donations can be dropped off from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Bicentennial Hall Room 166 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

All collected donations will then be delivered at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday (Dec. 1and 8) to those less fortunate by Owens faculty and students at the corner of North Michigan and Adams streets in downtown Toledo from a trailer donated by Toledo Harley-Davidson in Toledo. Owens representatives will be distributing items until 11:30 a.m. both days.

For more information, or to donate, call (567) 661-7560 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7560.

Owens Student Groups Aid Hurricane Sandy Victims With Disaster Relief Supply Drive, Oct. 30 – Nov. 7

Posted on October 30th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College students are reaching out to the victims of the hurricane that has devastated the East Coast by organizing a Disaster Relief Supply Drive on the Findlay-area Campus, Oct. 30 – Nov. 7. The supply drive efforts are being coordinating by Owens’ Beta Xi Chi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society and Findlay Rotaract Club.

Items being collected include bottled water, blankets, sleeping bags, tarps, paper towels, toilet paper, laundry detergent, mops, brooms, dustpans, shovels, rakes, box fans, shop vacuums, snow shovels, cleaning supplies, personal care items, first aid supplies and pet supplies, among other items.

“With the widespread impact that this storm has and will have for many weeks, if not longer, Owens Community College is encouraging individuals to join several student groups in supporting the Findlay-area Campus’ Disaster Relief Supply Drive or any other charitable cause specific to the relief efforts,” said James Katzner, Owens Manager of Student Activities on the Findlay-area Campus.

Area residents can drop off their charitable donations on the Findlay-area Campus in the College’s Atrium area. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

At the conclusion of the supply drive, all disaster relief items will be donated to the ISOH/IMPACT organization for distribution.

For more information, or to make a donation, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College Veterans Services Presents Free Veterans Expo, Nov. 7

Posted on October 25th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Office of Veterans Services will honor American service men and women for their commitment and sacrifice by hosting a free Veterans Expo on Wednesday, Nov. 7.

The Veterans Expo, which is taking place in honor of Veterans Day, will occur from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. All activities are free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Serving as the Veterans Expo’s featured speaker is U.S. Army veteran Holly Koester. Koester served in the U.S. Army for 10 years and retired as a Captain after a motor vehicle accident left her paralyzed. She is a paraplegic. As Sports Director for the Paralyzed Veterans of America, Buckeye Chapter, Koester helps her fellow veterans return to the community and introduces them how to remain active in sports and recreation. An avid wheelchair racer, she has completed over 130 marathons and is the first wheelchair racer to complete a marathon in all 50 states. A K-8 substitute school teacher in suburban Cleveland, Koester is accompanied by her service dog and companion, Glory. Koester will speak at 12 p.m. about her own experiences in the military and how helping others has impacted her life.

In addition to the lecture presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to visit with and receive information from several community outreach organizations, including U.S. Marines Toys for Tots, the Toledo Outpatient Clinic OEF/OIF Program, Heroes in Action, Lucas County Veterans Services, Troop and Family Assistance Center, and Gallon, Takacs, Boissoneault and Schaffer Co., L.P.A., among other community groups.

For more information about the Veterans Expo, call (567) 661-8387 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 8387.

Owens Community College Announces ‘The Giving Tree’ Community Outreach Program, Nov. 1-20

Posted on October 24th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College is providing opportunities for area residents to make a difference in their surrounding Northwest Ohio communities by announcing the second annual “The Giving Tree” community outreach program. During the month of November, individuals will have the chance to give back to others through acts of kindness as determined by messages on designated leaves of “The Giving Tree”.

Beginning Thursday, Nov. 1, participants will have the first opportunity to choose a leaf on “The Giving Tree” for their community outreach assignment. Trees will be located in Founders Hall and the College Hall Atrium on the College’s Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College wanted to once again provide an outlet that connects the community to volunteer opportunities and ‘The Giving Tree’ outreach program accomplishes that goal,” said Nicole Buccalo, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “Participants will be able to go up to the tree and choose from one of three colored leaves. Red leaves will be the highest level of giving, orange leaves will be the second highest and yellow leaves will be the lowest level, which will primarily have no cost. Each leaf will have a volunteer task, which ranges from opening the door for someone to donating a toy item for Toys for Tots.”

Buccalo added, “All community outreach tasks are asked to be dropped off in boxes adjacent to “The Giving Tree” locations. At that time, all completed projects will be delivered to their respective community organizations. I encourage local residents to make a difference through small acts of kindness and participate in ‘The Giving Tree’ program.”

Among the organizations participating in “The Giving Tree” community outreach program are the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Ohio, Toys for Tots, Cherry Street Mission Ministries, The Cocoon Shelter, Missions International of America, the United States military, Owens Harvest Food Pantry and the Wood County Humane Society.

For more information about the community outreach program, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Environmental Club to Host Shoe Collection Drive, Oct. 17-31

Posted on October 17th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Environmental Club is encouraging area residents to bring their used shoes, previously destined for the overcrowded landfills, to the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses in support of environmental awareness as the student group hosts a Shoe Collection Drive, Oct. 17-31.

“Owens Community College is proud to provide an outlet in which area residents can donate their worn-out shoes, previously bound for dumpsters and landfills,” said Brad Fields of Toledo, Owens student and Environmental Club President. “I encourage individuals to help in supporting the environment by dropping off their shoes.”

The shoe collection drive initiative is part of a collaborative effort with USAgain. Founded in 1999, the environmental organization is committed to providing consumers with a convenient and eco-friendly option to rid themselves of excess clothing, which is then diverted from landfills for recycling or resale in the United States as well as abroad.

At the collection drive’s conclusion, all shoes will be presented to Erek Hansen of Curtice to assist with his personal goal of promoting environmental conservation and awareness. Earlier this year, the Environmental Club presented over 500 denim materials to Hansen as part of a collection drive initiative with the “COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN. ®” program.

All types of shoes will be accepted as part of the collection drive. Donated shoes will either be reused or processed and recycled into material used in synthetic turf, playgrounds, running tracks, tennis courts, rubber mats and filling for car insulation.

Owens has set up a variety of collection points around the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Area residents can drop off their shoes on the Toledo-area Campus at the Student Health and Activities Center and the College Hall Bookstore. On the Findlay-area Campus, collection points are in the College’s Atrium area.

For more information about the collection drive, or to donate, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Community College Literacy Committee Welcomes Nationally-Known Author Nick Flynn, Oct. 23

Posted on October 16th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will celebrate and promote the importance of literacy by inviting area residents to hear nationally-known author Nick Flynn discuss his personal struggles through life as part of a free lecture discussion on Tuesday, Oct. 23.

Presented by the Literacy Committee, Flynn will speak at 11 a.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus and at 3 p.m. in the Community Education and Wellness Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Admission to the events is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Flynn’s personal story about his relationship with his father, Jonathan, known as a con man, alcoholic and self-proclaimed poet, has earned critical acclaim, both as a book and film titled “Being Flynn”. The book and film detail how Jonathan disappears from Flynn’s life for the better part of 20 years and suddenly reappears at a homeless shelter in Boston where Flynn is employed. Flynn struggles with the new father-son relationship, which is compounded by Jonathan’s reputation as a con man and alcoholic.

In addition to his career as a writer, Flynn is a playwright and a poet. His most recent play is titled “Alice Invents a Little Game and Alice Always Wins”. Flynn is also the author of the book “The Ticking is The Bomb” and three books of poetry “Blind Huber”, “The Captain Asks for a Show of Hands” and “Some Ether”, which won the inaugural PEN/Joyce Osterweil Award for Poetry in 1999.

His accomplishments include being awarded fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation, the Library of Congress, the Amy Lowell Trust and the Fine Arts Work Center. Some of the venues his poems, essays and non-fiction work have appeared include “The New Yorker”, the “Paris Review” and National Public Radio’s “This American Life” show. Additionally, Flynn has worked as a “field poet” and an artistic collaborator on the documentary film “Darwin’s Nightmare”, which won an Academy Award in 2006. He also teaches at the University of Houston.

For more information about the lecture, call (567) 661-2987 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2987.

Owens Community College’s Student Government Offers Free ‘Halloween Alternative’ for Area Children, Oct. 26

Posted on October 10th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Friendly ghosts, skeletons and witches will abound as Owens Community College serves as host to a variety of free games and activities as part of its seventh annual “Halloween Alternative” for children ages 12 and under on Friday, Oct. 26.

Sponsored by the College’s Student Government, the child-friendly haunted evening will take place from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. All activities are free and area residents are welcome to attend with their children.

“Owens Community College’s ‘Halloween Alternative’ is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy an evening full of fun and entertainment in a safe, warm, indoor setting,” said John Byers, Owens Director of Student Involvement. “Halloween is considered a very special day by many children. The College’s Student Government is proud to provide an event for the Northwest Ohio community that captures the Halloween spirit and excitement.”

Children attending Owens’ “Halloween Alternative” will be able to participate in a variety of arts and crafts during their visit, highlighted by coloring festive Halloween pictures, creating their own puppets and drawing on keepsake pumpkins. Attendees also will be given a trick-or-treat bag to decorate with their favorite colors and unique Halloween designs. Throughout their haunted adventure, children can trick-or-treat for candy from Owens students and travel through a haunted house.

Additionally, “Halloween Alternative” will include various refreshments and snacks for all attendees.

The College’s Student Government is comprised of individuals who serve as the student body’s voice on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Balancing their time between school and work, Student Government members are constantly initiating new projects and events that meet the needs of Owens’ student body and the surrounding communities.

For more information, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host ‘Discover Owens Week’, Oct. 15-20

Posted on October 10th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many educational programs, services and resources available at Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus as the academic institution serves as host to “Discover Owens Week”, Oct. 15-20.

All events are free and open to the public and will take place on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on 3200 Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees must register in advance for several “Discover Owens Week” events.

Activities will commence on Monday, Oct. 15 as the Findlay-area Campus hosts Explore Owens. The informational session will begin at 5 p.m. in the Education Center Atrium and provide insight into such topics as admissions and the registration process, placement testing, and student activities and resources, among other areas.

Other events taking place during “Discover Owens Week” include New Student Orientation sessions on Tuesday, Oct. 16 from 1-4 p.m. and on Friday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Education Center Atrium. The two interactive orientation sessions are designed to provide attendees with a variety of information focused on student success.

On Wednesday, Oct. 17, area high school students will have the opportunity to receive a taste of college life as the College presents Experience Owens Day. The event will occur from 4-7 p.m. with registration in the Education Center Atrium and provide prospective students and their families with the chance to learn about such educational services as admissions, financial aid, advising, disability services and career services. Additionally, prospective students can pre-register to sit in on a class and experience what it is like to attend college during the Experience Owens Day.

Area residents are also invited to hear the insightful words of national diversity advocate T.J. Leyden as he takes attendees on a personal journey through his life-changing transformation from a racist to an advocate for the importance of diversity and cultural appreciation as part of a free lecture presentation titled “Turning Away from Hate” at the Owens Findlay-area Campus on Thursday, Oct. 18. The lecture will begin at 11 a.m. in the College’s Conference Center.

“Discover Owens Week” activities will conclude on Saturday, Oct. 20 as the College hosts Adult Student Day from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Education Center Atrium. Area residents will have the opportunity to learn about potential challenges of entering college as a non-traditional student, the college transition, the enrollment process and financial aid, among other topics. Additionally, attendees can either participate in the College’s New Student Orientation or meet with Owens Career Services representatives and receive insight about resume writing and career exploration.

For more information about the week’s activities, call (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/discoverowensweek/.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents National Diversity Advocate T.J. Leyden, Oct. 18

Posted on October 10th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to hear the insightful words of national diversity advocate T.J. Leyden as he takes attendees on a personal journey through his life-changing transformation from a racist to an advocate for the importance of diversity and cultural appreciation as part of a free lecture presentation titled “Turning Away from Hate” at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus on Thursday, Oct. 18.

The lecture will begin at 11 a.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Leyden grew up in a close-knit Irish-Catholic family in Fontana, Calif. Life began to unravel for him when his parents divorced, and he began listening to punk rock and venting his rage by slam-dancing and fighting at weekend concerts. His violent behavior attracted the attention of local skinheads and soon he started his own skinhead group in Redlands, Calif. At age 21, Leyden joined the U.S. Marines and his role as a leading recruiter, organizer and propagandist for the white supremacist movement increased. He spent more than 15 years as a leader in the neo-Nazi movement, even marrying a woman deeply committed to the movement and raising two young sons in a hate-filled environment.

Today, Leyden has turned away from the hatred that defined his life. He is one of the few known former skinheads who has left the movement and retained his own name. Leyden worked for more than five years at the Simon Wiesenthal Center in Los Angeles teaching on the culture of hate and the importance in fighting back against it. Additionally, he was invited by U.S. President Bill Clinton to serve as the featured speaker at the White House Conference on Hate and has trained at the Pentagon, the FBI, military bases and for numerous law enforcement agencies. Leyden also has testified against individuals on trial for hate crimes and has received death threats as a result of his advocacy efforts.

For additional information about the free lecture, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Lends Helping Hand to Needy Local Residents With Coat Drive, Oct. 8 – Nov. 1

Posted on October 5th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – The Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Student Nurses’ Association and the Child Care Center are reaching out to area residents in need of help by partnering with Findlay’s Chopin Hall and hosting a coat collection drive, Oct. 8 – Nov. 1.

Beginning Monday, Oct. 8, the Findlay-area Campus will accept a variety of new and gently used winter jackets or coats. The donation drive will run through Nov. 1. All collected donations will then be delivered to Findlay’s Chopin Hall and given to needy families as part of the organization’s outreach efforts.

“There many people throughout the surrounding region who are in need of assistance, whether the help comes in the form of a coat or other basic needs,” said James Katzner, Owens Manager of Student Activities and Conduct on the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is proud to help Chopin Hall in their efforts to impact the lives of others in a positive way.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay, at collection points in the Child Care Center, the Nursing Laboratory or the Atrium area.

Findlay’s Choppin Hall was established in April 1984 by 12 Hancock County churches with the goal of assisting the needy with food, clothing and other emergencies. Since then, the organization has grown and is now staffed by over 120 community volunteers and provides services to thousands of individuals annually.

For more information on the Owens Findlay-area Campus clothing drive, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Northwest Ohio to Feature 11 Sites During Annual Green Energy Ohio Tour, Oct. 4-7

Posted on October 1st, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area “green” enthusiasts interested in expanding their knowledge about green energy are invited to participate in Green Energy Ohio’s 10th annual Green Energy Ohio Tour, Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 4-7. “Green Energy Tours” in hundreds of locations throughout Ohio will showcase solar, wind, biomass and energy efficiency working for homes, businesses, farms, public buildings and utilities.

Presented by Green Energy Ohio, open house tours will be held in the Northeast, Northwest, Central, Southwest and Southeast regions of Ohio. Open house tours in the Northwest Ohio region are self-guided and guided and will take place at 11 designated sites in Van Wert, Tiffin, Upper Sandusky, Archbold, Pettisville, Perrysburg, Lima, Maumee and Oregon, among others. Site owners and Green Energy Ohio members will conduct the open house and guided tours. All tours, which will occur at various specified times, are free and open to the public.

Northwest Ohio’s 11 open house sites will feature photovoltaic, wind, solar thermal and passive solar, among other alternative energy technology. Among the regional sites are the Cooper Farms (13274 Convoy Rd., Van Wert) (wind) on Oct. 4 from 2-4 p.m.; Toledo Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (803 Lime City Rd., Rossford) (wind) on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Little Portion Green (194 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin) (photovoltaic, wind and passive solar) on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Oct. 7 from 1-4 p.m.; Wyandot Solar Farm (10692 County Highway 44, Upper Sandusky) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus (30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg) (photovoltaic, solar thermal and wind) on Oct. 6 from 1-4 p.m.; Archbold Area Schools (600 Lafayette St., Archbold) (wind) on Oct. 6 from 1-2 p.m.; Pettisville Local Schools (232 Summit St., Pettisville) (wind) on Oct. 6 from 2-3 p.m.; Farley Residence (10494 Mandell Rd., Perrysburg) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Oct. 7 from 1-4 p.m.; Gerad Residence (77 Hawthorne Dr., Lima) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Oct. 7 from 1-4 p.m.; Haney Residence (2112 River Rd., Maumee) (photovoltaic, solar thermal and passive solar) on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., and Mcintosh Residence (551 Foxridge Lane, Oregon) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 7 from 1-4 p.m.

Additionally, a guided tour of several green energy-specific locations will take place within the Toledo area from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6. The Toledo-area tour will begin and end on Owens’ Toledo-area Campus. Green Energy Ohio Tour participants should park in Lot H and meet at the College’s wind turbines at 8:45 a.m., which are adjacent to the Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The Green Energy Ohio Tour is being presented by Green Energy Ohio, Ohio Development Services Agency and Zane State College.

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 and also sponsors conferences, workshops, workforce training and assesses potential for wind turbines sites across the state.

The Northwest Ohio site is being coordinated by Owens Community College. For additional information about the Green Energy Ohio Tour, call (614) 985-6131, or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7163 or (567) 661-7163.Individual can also find details about the specific sites by accessing Green Energy Ohio’s website at www.greenenergyohio.org.

Owens Reschedules Clothing Swap Outreach Event for Oct. 16

Posted on October 1st, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College clothing swap event “Swap-It-Up” originally scheduled for Oct. 2 will now take place on Tuesday, Oct. 16.

The clothing swap is being presented by the College’s Student Activities Office and will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The daylong event is free and open to the public.

Attendees are encouraged to bring gently used, folded clothing of all sizes for adult men and women to the community outreach event. Items being accepted as part of the “Swap-It-Up” initiative are T-shirts, pants, dresses, ties, dress shirts, blue jeans, skirts, shoes, jackets, coats, sweatpants and sweatshirts, among other items.

All donated items must be freshly laundered and the clothing swap is not accepting clothing with visible stains, holes, broken zippers and missing buttons. Individuals will be given a ticket voucher for each item donated to the “Swap-It-Up” event. The ticket voucher will enable attendees to choose from the already donated clothing selection.

Any items not claimed during the clothing swap event will be donated to Cherry Street Mission Ministries.

For more information about the clothing swap event, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

Owens Concert Band to Host Fall Concert Featuring Toledo School for the Arts, Oct. 14

Posted on September 27th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited listen to array of musical selections ranging from Broadway Show songs to patriotic- and pop culture- themed numbers as the Owens Community College Concert Band presents its annual Fall Concert on Sunday, Oct. 14.

The concert will begin 2:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The performance is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Selections presented by the Owens Concert Band, which is comprised of Owens students and employees and community members, will include songs from “The Jersey Boys” and “Star Trek Thru the Years” as well as “An American Fanfare”, “Southwest Saga”, “In the Mood” and “Sabre and Spurs”, among many others.

In addition, the Toledo School for the Arts Studio Winds will join the Owens Concert Band on stage to perform the music selections “American Salute”, “New York: 1927”, “Moravian Dance” and “The Center Ring”. Sharing the conducting duties for the combined bands will include Toledo School for the Arts Director Jay Welnec, Owens Adjunct Instructor in Fine and Performing Arts and Concert Band Conductor Fred Dais and retired Commander of the 555th Air Force Band Lt. Col. Robert Krichbaum.

For more information about the Fall Concert, contact the College’s Fine and Performing Arts Department at (567) 661-7081 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7081.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents Motivational Speaker Hector Manley, Oct. 3

Posted on September 26th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to hear the inspirational words of motivational speaker Hector Manley as he takes attendees on a personal journey through the many obstacles and successes in his life as part of a free lecture presentation at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus on Wednesday, Oct. 3.

Presented in conjunction with the College’s celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the lecture will begin at 12 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Born and raised in a small village in El Salvador, Manley enjoyed a typical childhood. However, in 2001, his life was forever changed as one of the largest earthquakes in the country’s history shook El Salvador. At the time of the earthquake, Manley was playing near a ravine where garbage was burning, and as the ground shook, he fell into the burning ravine.

Manley suffered third degree burns on 70 percent of his body, resulting in the amputation of both legs. After spending four months at a children’s hospital in San Salvador, he met a group of Rotarians who brought him to the United States for further medical treatment.

Eleven years later, Manley’s life is full of hope and promise, which includes recently graduating from the University of Tampa. Manley also is an avid golfer and has introduced many children to the game of golf through the First Tee Foundation. Additionally, he has a passion for adventure and being a double amputee has not stopped him from skydiving, scuba diving, hang gliding or whitewater rafting.

This past summer, Manley kayaked the Mississippi River from its source in Minnesota to its mouth in New Orleans as part of a fundraising campaign titled “Paddling for a Purpose”. Funds generated from the trip benefited the Wounded Warrior Project as well as the Wheelchair Foundation.

His future plans include writing a book about his life and undertaking many other adventures that inspire people with obstacles and barriers in their daily lives.

For additional information about the free lecture, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Veterans Services Unveils Free War Film Series

Posted on September 25th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Four nationally-known films depicting the raw emotional, mental and physical struggles that combat veterans endure will make their return to the “big screen” at Owens Community College as the Office of Veterans Services unveils the inaugural War Film Series on the Findlay-area and Toledo-area campuses for the 2012-13 academic year.

Each film will be shown in the College’s Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus and in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts’ Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay. The War Film Series is free and open to the public.

“Attendees will find each of these films emotionally riveting,” said Vickie Adams, Owens Director of Veterans Services. “Film goers will also see the horrors and honor of war, the connections that soldiers have to one another and their untold stories. Furthermore, individuals will learn more about what was once an unknown for many soldiers in posttraumatic stress disorder.”

The film series will open with the HBO Emmy Award-nominated documentary, “Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq”, which details 10 American soldiers and their narrow brushes with death on the desert battlefield. The film’s title, “Alive Day”, is derived from a phrase used by the soldiers to indicate the day they cheated death during combat, according to the film.

In “Restrepo”, the goal of the film was to make viewers feel as if they just experienced a 90-minute deployment in Afghanistan’s Korengal Valley with the Second Platoon. At Outpost Restrepo, named in honor of fallen comrade Juan Restrepo, fierce fighting takes place with al-Qaeda and Taliban militants. “Restrepo” received the Grand Jury Prize for best documentary at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for a 2011 Academy Award for Best Documentary.

The series continues with “Lioness”, a documentary that pays tribute to the female soldiers who engaged in combat in the Iraq War even though official U.S. policy dictated they were forbidden from doing so. Team Lioness was dispatched on missions with all male combat units and frequently became involved in deadly ground skirmishes, yet they received no public recognition for their bravery and sacrifice.

HBO’s PRISM Award-winning “Wartorn” concludes the series and explores combat stress and posttraumatic stress on military personnel and their families throughout recorded American military history. The stories are told through soldiers’ revealing letters and journals; photographs and combat footage; first-person interviews with veterans of WWII, the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom; and interviews with family members of soldiers with post traumatic stress disorder.

The four films will be shown at the following dates, times and locations:

“Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq”

(56 Minutes)

Thursday, Oct. 11 at 12 p.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus

Thursday, Oct. 18 at 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus

“Restrepo”

(93 Minutes)

Thursday, Jan. 10 at 12 p.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus

Thursday, Jan. 17 at 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus

“Lioness”

(83 Minutes)

Thursday, March 14 at 12 p.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus

Thursday, March 21 at 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus

“Wartorn”

(75 Minutes)

Thursday, April 4 at 12 p.m. in the Education Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus

Thursday, May 2 at 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus

For more information about the free War Film Series, contact the Office of Veterans Services at (567) 661-8387 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 8387

Owens’ Community Terrace View Café Announces Fall Semester Menu, Oct. 18 – Dec. 4

Posted on September 25th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts programs unveil fall menu selections in the community Terrace View Café.

The Terrace View Café will be available to guests starting Thursday, Oct. 18 with kaeng khiao wan kai (green curry chicken) as the entrée. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection on Tuesdays, while Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Fall Semester dates and entrée listings include Oct. 23 (panko encrusted tilapia with pinot noir glace), Oct. 25 (ente mit apfelfullung – duck with apple dressing), Oct. 30 (grilled salmon with berry barbeque sauce), Nov. 1 (dahi machi served atop basmati rice and masaledar sem – seared cod in yogurt sauce and spicy green beans), Nov. 6 (Jamaican jerk chicken), Nov. 8 (beef stroganoff accompanied with egg noodles), Nov. 13 (country captain chicken), Nov. 15 (Moroccan spiced sea Atlantic cod civiche), Nov. 20 (roasted chicken breast in apple cream), Nov. 27 (deep dish flaky pastry chicken pie), Nov. 29 (tapas) and Dec. 4 (made-to-order omelets). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose either a lacto-ovo vegetarian entrée or a Terrace chicken burger with the planned side dishes if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Bakery items also will be available for purchase during the luncheons.

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.

Owens’ Department of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality also offers a Baking and Pastry Certificate Program for those individuals interested in becoming a professional baker or pastry chef.

Owens Community College to Host DECA Fall Frenzy, Sept. 26

Posted on September 24th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Students from eight area high schools will showcase their knowledge and skills in marketing, merchandising, management and entrepreneurship as they compete in the DECA Fall Frenzy as part of a collaborative effort between Owens Community College and Penta Career Center. The event will take place at Owens on Wednesday, Sept. 26.

DECA Fall Frenzy will occur from 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center and Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

DECA, which stands for “Distributive Education Clubs of America”, is a national organization dedicated to enhancing educational and career opportunities for high school and college students within the areas of marketing, management and entrepreneurship. Since its founding in 1946, DECA has remained on the cutting edge of educational innovation, working with the business community to integrate academic achievement with career and technical skills. Each year the organization’s scholarship program awards over $250,000 in financial assistance to students, which are generated from more than 50 corporations.

Throughout the day, students will be faced with various real-world business scenarios in which they will have to provide explanations on how to effectively manage the situation. Such role-play scenarios will include apparel and accessories, food marketing, restaurant management, retail merchandising, hospitality and tourism, and sports and entertainment. Students will also take a written examination and participate in activities that will test their interview skills.

The event will conclude with an awards ceremony at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center. The top individuals will be honored based on judging of the team and series competitions.

Local high schools competing in the fall DECA competition include Anthony Wayne High School, Bowling Green High School, Springfield High School, Maumee High School, Penta Career Center, Oak Harbor High School, Perrysburg High School and Rossford High School.

Owens’ School of Business provides educational opportunities in a variety of associate degree and certificate programs, preparing students for careers in such areas as accounting, international business, marketing and sales, information systems, and office administration, among other career fields.

Owens Community College to Assist Local Residents With Clothing Swap Outreach Event, Oct. 2

Posted on September 20th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students are reaching out to those individuals in the surrounding communities with a limited clothing budget by hosting a clothing swap event titled “Swap-It-Up” on Tuesday, Oct. 2.

The clothing swap is being presented by the College’s Student Activities Office and will take place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The daylong event is free and open to the public.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again host an event that benefits individuals in our communities who have a limited clothing budget,” said Nicole Buccalo, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “I encourage individuals to donate their unnecessary clothes, while at the same time look for those hard-to-find items to add to their wardrobe.”

Any items not claimed during the clothing swap event will be donated to Cherry Street Mission Ministries.

For more information about the clothing swap event, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

Owens Student Group to Host ‘Born this Way Ball’ Community Event, Sept. 29

Posted on September 20th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to enjoy an evening of dance, music and entertainment as Owens Community College serves as host to a community outreach event titled the “Born this Way Ball” on Saturday, Sept. 29.

Coordinated by the College’s Gay Straight Alliance student organization, the event will take place from 7-11 p.m. at the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

In addition to entertainment, several community organizations will be on hand to provide information about healthy living and equal rights for minority groups. Food and refreshments will be provided as part of the event.

Tickets are $10 in advance or $20 at the event. For more information about the “Born this Way Ball”, call (567) 661-2155 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2155.

Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Fall Plant Sale, Sept. 26

Posted on September 17th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents seeking to add new life and color to their gardens and yards this fall are encouraged to attend the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club’s annual Fall Plant Sale at Owens Community College on Wednesday, Sept. 26.

The plant sale will occur from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. next to the greenhouse, which is near the entrance to the Owens Math/Science Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The sale will feature a wide selection of shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses, and rare and unusual trees, among other items. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“The Owens Community College Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club student organization is excited to once again offer individuals the opportunity to purchase select trees and shrubs at a minimal cost for the upcoming fall planting season,” said Chris Foley, Owens Associate Professor of Science and Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Advisor. “Fall is a very good time to plant trees and shrubs as the ground is still warm from the summer months and the soil is very moist. I encourage individuals to help support the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club and get a head start on their fall planting projects.”

All proceeds from the plant sale will help in supporting the organization’s participation in the PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Student Career Days, which is a national horticultural and landscape competition involving colleges and universities across the country.

Shrubs on hand will include the Purple Beauty Berry, Blue False Spirea, Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Fine Wine Weigela and a wide assortment of many others. Additionally, over 20 different varieties of trees and evergreens will be available at the fall plant sale such as the Japanese Stripped-bark Maple, the Kwanzan Cherry and the Colorado Spruce. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell an array of perennials, including select hostas and ornamental grasses. A complete listing of the available plants with their prices is available online at www.owens.edu/direct/plantsale.pdf.

The College’s Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club was founded in 2005 with the mission of fostering stronger bonds among students majoring in the Landscape and Turfgrass Management program. Among the organization’s main initiatives is creating a network between alumni and current students to help in assisting individuals pursue careers within the landscape, turfgrass and related horticulture industries. The group also hosts fundraisers to support club outreach activities in the surrounding communities.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Community College to Host Fall Charity Week Community Outreach Events, Sept. 17-20

Posted on September 11th, 2012

Coordinated by the College’s Student Activities Office, the various activities will occur daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Community service is about helping others and Owens Community College’s Charity Week is intended to provide opportunities for students and area residents to engage in such outreach activities through service projects,” said John Byers, Owens Director of Student Involvement. “I encourage individuals to help in lifting the spirits of another person by participating in one of the College’s many projects during Charity Week.”

Each day, participants will have the opportunity to engage in several hands-on activities, which will include designing colorful T-shirts, using paint products, for Haitian children and creating and stuffing tote bags with an assortment of interactive activities, including crayons, coloring books, beaded necklaces and reading books, for children spending time in area hospitals. Attendees can also assist in assembling “blessing bags” filled with such items as toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, mouthwash, band aids, Kleenex tissues, ChapStick and granola bars for area residents who are homeless in the surrounding communities. Additionally, individuals can put their writing skills to the test by making inspirational cards for inclusion within the “blessing bags”.

In addition to the hands-on Charity Week activities, community members can assist by donating new crayons, coloring books and reading books as well as toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, mouthwash and granola bars, among other items. Individuals can drop off their donations in Student Health and Activities Center Room 165 throughout the week.

All completed projects from Charity Week will be delivered to the appropriate community groups and organizations throughout the Fall Semester. For more information about the upcoming Charity Week community outreach activities, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Celebrates Constitution Day With Voter Registration Events, Sept. 17-18

Posted on September 10th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Student Government and the Office of Student Activities is inviting students, as well as area residents, to join in celebrating Constitution Day by bringing awareness to the importance of the voting process Monday-Tuesday, Sept. 17-18.

Owens student representatives will make available voter registration forms to individuals from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Monday (Sept. 17) in the Student Health and Activities Center and the College Hall Atrium on the Toledo-area Campus. Additionally, voter registration forms will be available for visitors from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Tuesday (Sept. 18) in the Education Center Atrium on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Qualifications to register to vote in Ohio include holding United States citizenship status, being at least 18 years of age on or before the day of the general election and being a resident of Ohio for at least 30 consecutive days immediately before the election in which the individual intends to vote, among other areas.

In addition to voter registration, attendees will have the opportunity to receive a free U.S. Constitution pocket booklet titled “U.S. Constitution and Fascinating Facts About It” on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

Established in 2004, Constitution Day celebrates the significant moment in U.S. history when 39 delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document that defined and separated powers of the federal government on Sept. 17, 1787.

For more information, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583, or (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College to Host Regional College Fair, Sept. 18

Posted on September 6th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about the various educational opportunities available at colleges and universities throughout the surrounding region as Owens Community College serves as host to the Lucas/Wood County Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward College Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 18.

Presented by the Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward organization, the regional college fair will occur from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Room 125 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The regional college fair will begin at 9:30 a.m. with welcoming remarks from Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward representatives followed by a lecture presentation titled “Get Set for College”.

Colleges and universities and community organizations expected to be in attendance for the college fair include Owens Community College, Hiram College, University of Toledo, Youngstown State University, Bowling Green State University, University of Cincinnati, Ohio University, Gannon University, Cleveland State University, Baldwin Wallace University, Central State University, Kent State University, Terra Community College, Rhodes State College, Ohio Northern University, Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward and Ohio Department Job and Family Services, among others.

For more information, call (567) 661-7176 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7176.

Owens Community College to Host Regional American Sign Language Conference and Comedy Show, Sept. 7

Posted on September 5th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to gain insight and knowledge into American Sign Language and the Deaf Culture as Owens Community College serves as host to a regional conference and comedy show titled “How Do I Say Hi?” on Friday, Sept. 7.

Presented by the College’s Office of Disability Services, Owens Student Government and Owens Raising Awareness Club, the conference will occur from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center, while the comedy show will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Both events are open to the public.

The conference will commence at 9 a.m. with welcome remarks followed by morning and afternoon sessions for American Sign Language users and the Deaf Community, American Sign Language students and the general public. The different seminars during the morning and afternoon sessions will occur from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30-5 p.m.

During the separate sessions, conference attendees will have the opportunity to receive information about such topics as best practices when working with deaf and hard of hearing individuals, what is Deaf Culture, American Sign Language improvisation, becoming an interpreter and/or working in a deaf-related field and American Sign Language storytelling and poetry, among other topics.

The sessions will be led by nationally-known American Sign Language educators and performers Keith Wann, Peter Cook, Crom Saunders and Windell “Wink” Smith Jr.

Owens’ daylong event will conclude with a two-hour comedy show featuring Wann, Cook, Saunders and Smith Jr. The comedy show will include both improvisation and stand-up routines in American Sign Language. Voice interpreters will be provided during the performance. Tickets for the comedy show are $10.

For additional information, call (567) 661-7007 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7007, or visit the conference and comedy show website howdoisayhi.com.

Owens Community College Students Observe 9/11 Tragedy With Community Events, Sept. 11

Posted on September 5th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Student Government is inviting their fellow students and employees, as well as area residents, to join them on the Toledo-area Campus and pay tribute to those victims and heroes that lost their lives in the Sept. 11 tragedy 11 years ago by participating in a series of free community events on Tuesday, Sept. 11.

The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Owens Sept. 11 events and activities are free and open to the public.

Beginning at 9 a.m., individuals will have the opportunity to view a memorial display in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda commemorating the anniversary of the terrorist attacks.

The memorial display will include an elaborate floral arrangement as well as newspaper clippings and photos from the tragic event. In an effort to fully honor and remember every victim of that day, a complete name listing of those that perished will be on display. Visitors will also have the chance to leave their own inspirational message and pick up a carnation to present at the memorial as part of an interactive exhibit titled “Where Were You”. Owens’ memorial display activities will conclude at 4 p.m.

Individuals will also have the chance to view the film “102 Minutes That Changed America” in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. The 102-minute documentary film depicts in virtually real time the New York-based events of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks primarily using raw video footage from mostly amateur citizen journalists. Produced by History (channel), the documentary premiered in 2008. “102 Minutes That Changed America” will air continuously from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the Toledo-area Campus.

For more information about the Sept. 11 activities, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Political Expert Dr. George C. Edwards III to Provide Free Talk at Owens Community College, Sept. 6

Posted on August 31st, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in gaining insight into the presidential political process involving the Electoral College are invited to a free lecture featuring internationally-known presidential scholar Dr. George C. Edwards III at Owens Community College on Thursday, Sept. 6.

Sponsored by the College’s Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Edwards’ lecture presentation, titled “Evaluating the Electoral College”, will occur at 12:30 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. In addition, a reception for Edwards will take place prior to his lecture presentation at 12 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda.

Edwards serves as a University Distinguished Professor of Political Science at Texas A&M University. He also holds the Jordan Chair in Presidential Studies and has served as the Olin Professor of American Government at Oxford and the John Adams Fellow at the University of London, and has held senior visiting appointments at Sciences Po-Paris, Peking University, Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

A leading scholar of the U.S. presidency, Edwards has authored dozens of articles and has written or edited 25 books on American politics and public policy making. He is also editor of “Presidential Studies Quarterly” and general editor of the “Oxford Handbook of American Politics” series. Among his recent books, “On Deaf Ears: The Limits of the Bully Pulpit” examines the effectiveness of presidential leadership of public opinion, “Why the Electoral College Is Bad for America” evaluates the consequences of the method of electing the president and “The Strategic President” offers a new formulation for understanding presidential leadership.

Edwards has served as president of the Presidency Research Section of the American Political Science Association, which has named its annual dissertation prize in his honor and awarded him its Career Service Award. A member of Phi Beta Kappa and a Woodrow Wilson Fellow, he has received the Decoration for Distinguished Civilian Service from the U.S. Army and the Pi Sigma Alpha Prize from the Southern Political Science Association. He is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Additionally, Edwards applies his scholarship to practical issues of governing, including advising Brazil on its constitution and the operation of its presidency, Russia on building a democratic national party system, Mexico on elections and Chinese scholars on democracy. He also authored studies for the 1988 and 2000 U.S. presidential transitions.

For additional information about the lecture presentation, call (567) 661-7180 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7180.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive in Honor of Patriot Day, Sept. 11

Posted on August 30th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are encouraged to help in saving lives as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, Sept. 11. The community Blood Drive is taking place in conjunction with Sept. 11 serving as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.

The Blood Drive will occur from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in the Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Roadin Findlay.

Qualified donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and not have given blood within 56 days prior to their donation. In addition, individuals should feel well the day of the Blood Drive, be in general good health and have a picture ID (preferably a driver’s license). The Blood Drive is open to Owens employees and students, as well as area residents. Walk-ins are encouraged.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call 1-800-828-1975. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.redcrossblood.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCFINDLAY or calling the above number.

Owens Community College to Host Community Volunteer Action Fair, Aug. 30

Posted on August 24th, 2012

Coordinated by the Office of Service Learning, the Community Volunteer Action Fair will take place from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local community outreach representatives and ask them questions about volunteer opportunities available through their organizations.

Area organizations in attendance will include Odyssey Hospice, YWCA Hope Shelter, Cherry Street Mission Ministries, Sunshine of Northwest Ohio, Camp Courageous, Wood County Park District, Metroparks of the Toledo Area, Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, United Way of Greater Toledo, Food for Thought, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio, Toledo Botanical Garden and Mobil Meals of Toledo, among many others.

For more information about the Community Volunteer Action Fair, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Community College Environmental Club to Host Fall Electronics Collection Drive, Aug. 28

Posted on August 22nd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Environmental Club is encouraging area residents to bring their used electronic devices to the Toledo-area Campus in support of environmental awareness as the student group serves as host to an “E-Waste” Collection Drive on Tuesday, Aug. 28.

The electronics collection drive initiative is part of a collaborative effort with Recycle It USA’s environmental program, where electronic items are either given new life and use through a refurbishment process or recycled with the various components being broken down and disseminated to recycle-specific organizations.

Items being collected include computers, displays, printers, keyboards and mice, scanners, projectors, document cameras, speakers, storage devices, stereo equipment, cameras and camcorders, networking hardware, cell phones, cables, video game consoles and flash drives, among other items. Televisions are not being accepted as part of the electronics collection drive event.

Electronic devices can be dropped off from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Parking Lot D, which is between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The Owens Environmental Club is comprised of active students who are dedicated to addressing a multitude of environmental issues. The student organization has successfully implemented numerous recycling programs, while bringing more awareness to environmental concerns. Within the community, the Owens Environmental Club regularly helps in community clean-ups and preserve restorations, participates in charity events and supports various environmental causes highlighted by a continuous textbook recycling fundraiser.

Proceeds from all cell phones collected will benefit the College’s Environmental Club. For more information about the electronics collection drive, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Alumni Association Presents Annual Golf Classic, Sept. 24

Posted on August 16th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to enjoy a day of golf and entertainment in support of alumni programs and scholarships as Owens Community College’s Alumni Association holds its tenth annual Golf Classic on Monday, Sept. 24.

Organized by the Owens Alumni Association’s steering committee, the golf outing will be held at Belmont Country Club in Perrysburg. The event will feature 18-holes of golf, lunch, grazing dinner and an awards program. The Golf Classic event sponsors are the Hylant Group and Hylant Administrative Services. In addition, Metzgers Printing + Mailing is the print sponsor.

“Owens Community College’s Alumni Association is proud to host a community-wide event, benefitting students in pursuit of a college education,” said Laura Moore, Owens Alumni Association Executive Director. “The Golf Classic is a unique opportunity for business and industry, as well as Owens alumni, to provide continued support for higher education, ensuring our students with opportunities for transformational lifelong learning.”

Since opening its doors in 1965, Owens has provided higher education to more than 250,000 students. Owens’ Alumni Association is committed to the personal and professional success of alumni and students through the ongoing development of value-added initiatives.

The four-person scramble golf competition will begin with a shotgun start at 1:30 p.m. Lunch will precede the golf from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., followed by a brief golf demonstration at 1 p.m. The day will conclude with participants reminiscing about their golfing experience over a grazing dinner at 6 p.m. A short program will occur at this time to recognize all prize winners.

Individuals, businesses and organizations are invited to support the Golf Classic by entering a team and/or becoming a sponsor. Among the various levels of support include the Eagle Sponsor ($1,000), Birdie Sponsor ($800), Mulligan Sponsor ($350) and Bogey Sponsor ($250).

The Belmont Country Club is located on Bates Road in Perrysburg. The tournament is limited to the first 30 foursome teams. For more information, or to register a team, contact the Owens Alumni Relations Office at (567) 661-7876 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7876.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Second Annual Express Fall 5K Run and Walk Benefit, Sept. 15

Posted on August 14th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to walk and run for a good cause as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus serves as host to the second annual Express Fall 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, Sept. 15. Proceeds from the event will benefit the College’s cross country club team.

The Express Fall 5K Run and Walk will start at 8:30 a.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Running and walking participants are encouraged to register in advance as the cost is only $15 and includes a T-shirt, while race and walk registrants will pay $20 on Sept. 15.

The Owens cross country club team was established in 2007 and competes against such intercollegiate athletic program as Defiance College, Tiffin University, Bluffton University, Adrian College and Bowling Green State University, among others. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus serves as the home practice venue for the club program.

The club team is led by Owens Professor of Math Michael Senour, who is an avid runner and ran intercollegiate cross country and track at Tri-State University and Miami University.

Registration and packet pick-up will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Sept. 15. For more information, or to register, call (567) 429-3629 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3629.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Announces Additional One-Day Registration Event, Aug. 16

Posted on August 9th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents interested in pursuing a college education this fall at Owens Community College are invited to attend a day designed to assist them toward their career and educational aspirations as the academic institution serves as host to a One-Day Registration Event in August. Fall Semester classes begin Aug. 20.

Due to popular demand, an additional One-Day Registration Event will take place on Thursday, Aug. 16 in the Education Center Room 133 on the Findlay-area Campus. The registration session will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Throughout the registration day, individuals will be able to meet with representatives and complete their placement testing, attend new student orientation and register for classes, among other services. Participants will also be provided with a free lunch during their visit.

Attendees are required to complete an application prior to attending the registration day. Individuals are also required to bring valid picture identification and know their social security number.

Space for the One-Day Registration Event is limited. For more information, or to register, call (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/oneday/.

Owens Toledo-area Campus Announces Additional One-Day Registration Event Dates in August

Posted on August 6th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in pursuing a college education this fall at Owens Community College are invited to attend one of several days designed to assist them toward their career and educational aspirations as the academic institution serves as host to One-Day Registration Events in August. Fall Semester classes begin Aug. 20.

Due to popular demand, additional One-Day Registration Events will take place Aug. 13, 15 and 16. Other One-Day Registration Events already scheduled include Aug. 6, 8 and 9. The registration events will take place in College Hall Room 130 on the Toledo-area Campus. Two separate registration sessions will take place each designated day. The first session will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., while the second session will run from 3-9 p.m. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Throughout each registration day, individuals will be able to meet with representatives and complete student registration services specific to admissions, placement testing and new student orientation, among other services. Participants will also be provided with a free lunch or dinner during their visit.

Attendees are required to complete an application prior to attending a designated registration day. Individuals are also required to bring valid picture identification and know their social security number.

Space for each One-Day Registration Events session is limited. For more information, or to register, call (567) 661-7252 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7252. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/oneday/.

Owens Community College to Host Free Smart Money Choices Conference, Aug. 3

Posted on July 30th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Northwest Ohio residents are invited to learn about ways to enhance their personal financial planning as Owens Community College serves as host to a free Smart Money Choices Conference on Friday, Aug. 3.

Presented by the State Treasurer of Ohio’s Office, the event will occur from 8 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. All activities are free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Attendees will be able to learn about such varied topics as budgeting, student funding and debt management, credit and debt management, retirement planning, estate planning, insurance, social security, consumer scams and investment fundamentals.

The conference will include an opening session and three breakout sessions taught by financial experts. Additionally, conference participants will have the opportunity to visit with financial professionals and experts and ask questions specific to financial planning.

The Smart Money Choices Conference is part of a statewide initiative focused on educating individuals about the benefits of making sound financial planning decisions. In addition to the Owens site, Smart Money Choices events are occurring in Akron, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dayton, Columbus and Youngstown.

For more information about the event, or to register, call 1-800-228-1102 or visit www.ohiotreasurer.gov.

Owens Community College to Host Northwest Ohio Green Industry Summer Session, Aug. 1

Posted on July 30th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents and business professionals within the landscape, garden center, tree care and turf industry interested in expanding their knowledge about horticulture are invited to attend the 2012 Northwest Ohio Green Industry Summer Session at Owens Community College on Wednesday, Aug. 1.

Presented by Owens Community College in conjunction with The Ohio State University Extension, the workshop will occur from 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The event is open to the public.

The regional workshop will feature various presentations on insects and pesticides, tree and plant care, landscape and workplace safety topics by industry professionals from The Ohio State University Extension, The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute, Klyn Nurseries, McClurg Environmental, Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service.

Attendees will have the opportunity to receive details about common weeds and diseases in lawns, integrated pest management, modern plants for modern landscapes, fragrance in the garden and tree diagnostics.

Other workshop sessions will include basic pesticide safety, farm and food safety, soft scales that attack Ohio plants and invasive plants and insects that are invading Ohio, among other topics.

The cost of the workshop is $25. For additional information or to register, call (419) 578-6783.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Unveils New One-Day Registration Events in July and August

Posted on July 26th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents interested in pursuing a college education this fall at Owens Community College are invited to attend one of several days designed to assist them toward their career and educational aspirations as the academic institution serves as host to One-Day Registration Events in July and August. Fall Semester classes begin Aug. 20.

One-Day Registration Events will take place July 30 and Aug. 2, 6 and 8 in the Education Center Room 133 on the Findlay-area Campus. The registration sessions each day will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Throughout each registration day, individuals will be able to meet with representatives and complete their placement testing, attend new student orientation and register for classes, among other services. Participants will also be provided with a free lunch or dinner during their visit.

Space for each One-Day Registration Events session is limited. For more information, or to register, call (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/oneday/.

Owens Toledo-area Campus to Host One-Day Registration Events in July and August

Posted on July 25th, 2012

One-Day Registration Events will take place July 25, 26 and 30 and Aug. 1, 2, 6, 8 and 9 in College Hall Room 130 on the Toledo-area Campus. Two separate registration sessions will take place each designated day. The first session will occur from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., while the second session will run from 3-9 p.m. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens Learning Center at The Source to Showcase Academic Programs and Services During Open House, July 31

Posted on July 12th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many educational programs, services and resources available at Owens Community College’s Learning Center at The Source as the academic institution serves as host to an Open House event on Tuesday, July 31.

The event is open to the public and will take place from 12-3 p.m. at Owens’ Learning Center at The Source, which is located on 1301 Monroe St. in downtown Toledo.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a day where community members can learn about our many academic programs and services and get to know our learning center,” said Willie Williams, Owens Director of the Learning Center at The Source. “The event is designed for prospective students and families to experience Owens Community College and the many educational opportunities that our academic institution has to offer.”

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with representatives and pick up information about such educational services as new student orientation, placement testing, admissions and advising, as well as learn about the College’s academic programs and resources available within the Schools’ of Arts and Sciences, Business, Health Sciences, Nursing, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, and Technology.

In addition, Owens Open House participants can visit with staff from such offices as Admissions, Academic Advising, Career Services, Testing Services, Disability Services, Veterans Services and Oserve throughout the open house event.

All attendees are encouraged to visit the check-in and information location at the entrance upon arrival to the Owens Learning Center at The Source.

For more information about the open house, call (567) 661-2732 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2732. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/openhouse/ .

Owens Community College to Showcase New Virtual Welding Technology During Open House Event, July 18

Posted on July 11th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents as well as business professionals are invited to learn about the latest innovative technology within the welding industry as Owens Community College unveils new state-of-the-art VRTEX 360, a virtual reality arc welding training system from Lincoln Electric, during an Open House Demonstration of Virtual Welding event on Wednesday, July 18. Owens is the first academic institution in Northwest Ohio to utilize the new virtual welding training system.

The event will take place from 7:30-10 a.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on 1724 Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. The event is free and open to the public.

VRTEX 360 is a computer-based educational training system that is designed to allow students to practice their welding techniques in a simulated environment. The technology promotes the efficient and effective transfer of skills from the virtual training environment to the welding booth. Additionally, VRTEX 360 is designed to reduce the utilization of material waste, scrap and energy consumption associated with traditional welding training.

The new technology enables students to simulate SMAW (stick), GMAW (MIG) and FCAW (flux-colored) welding processes in multiple configurations and positions. Additionally, the virtual welder can mirror a variety of welding environments, including a simulated welding booth training or field welding exercises. The realistic, hands-on training experience is designed to complement actual training conducted within welding booths.

During the welding simulation, participants wear a VR Welding Helmet, which features internal monitors that immerse them in the virtual environment. Welding technique and performance is measured through sensors in the hand-held VR Welding Gun. Detailed information about the student’s welding technique for each pass is scored within the areas of position, arc length, work angle, travel angle and travel speed.

Owens’ new technology will be used to conduct initial assessment of skills for employees of business and industry as part of Workforce and Community Services corporate training initiatives, as well as to enhance experience learning opportunities for students pursuing an associate’s degree in Welding Technology and certificates in GMAW welding, GTAW welding, SMAW welding and Welding Pre-certification on the College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

The addition of the new virtual welding technology is a continuation of the College’s ongoing investment to expand access to higher educational opportunities within field of welding. In 2011, Owens unveiled a new $1.1 million Welding Design Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The new state-of-the-art educational center features the latest in technological and academic resources specific to welding for several degree and certificate programs.

Owens Community College to Host Heroes Summer Youth Camp, July 31 – Aug. 2

Posted on July 9th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – 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 serves as host to Heroes Summer Youth Camp, July 31 – Aug. 2.

The Heroes Summer Youth Camp will take place at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness, which is located on Tracy Road in Lake Township. The College will offer two separate age-appropriate class sections as part of the three-day camp. Both class sections will take place Tuesday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

“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 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.

The second class section is for ages 13 through 17 and 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.

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.

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

Owens Community College to Host Mitchell-Jackson Youth Basketball Camp, July 23-26

Posted on July 3rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area youth will have the opportunity to learn about the fundamentals of basketball and life lessons as basketball stars Todd Mitchell and Jim Jackson host their annual basketball camp at Owens Community College, July 23-26. This marks the fifth year that the annual basketball camp is being held at Owens Community College.

The four-day youth basketball camp runs from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Camp instructors for the four-day event will include college and professional basketball standouts Mitchell and Jackson, as well as area high school coaches and current and former collegiate basketball players. Boys and girls entering grades 5-12 will receive instruction on various basketball skills, highlighted by ball handling, passing, shooting, defense and rebounding.

Additionally, participants will learn about teamwork, eating healthy and making the right decisions in life. Attendees will also be evaluated on their skill level and compete in games and a variety of contests.

The camp registration fee is $100 per participant and space is limited. Lunch is provided daily. For more information, call (419) 902-5719 or (419) 340-1303.

Owens Community College to Host Crime Scene Investigator Youth Camp, Aug. 7-9

Posted on July 2nd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area youth ages 13 through 17 will have the opportunity to become a detective for several days and learn how the world of forensic science is used in solving a crime as Owens Community College serves as host to a Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) Youth Camp, Aug. 7-9.

The CSI Youth Camp will be offered at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness, which is located on Tracy Road in Lake Township. The camp will take place Tuesday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer an educational camp in which students will learn how to solve a crime using actual forensic skills,” said Michael Cornell, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness. “Attendees will not know if they solved the crime until the last day of camp when the SWAT team raids a building and captures the villain, which will make for an exciting end to the CSI Youth Camp experience.”

Working with a forensic team, each student detective will have the opportunity to enter a re-creation of an unusual and challenging crime scene where an instructor will direct and coach the students as they use deductive skills, teamwork, math and science to solve the crime. Each camp attendee will be trained in the basic process of evidence collection that includes fingerprints, fibers and hair, blood spatter (simulated), DNA, and tire and shoe prints.

Additionally, student detectives will learn how to protect the chain of evidence as they interview witnesses and develop theories while working as a team to solve the crime. During the last day of camp, each attendee will make a presentation detailing their theories of the crime and identifying the perpetrators of the criminal activity. Each team presentation will be critiqued by a panel of law enforcement officers and forensic scientists.

For more information, or to register, call (567) 661-2411 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2411.

Owens’ Community Terrace View Café Announces Evening Takeout Menu Selections, July 5-26

Posted on June 27th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents indecisive about Tuesday or Thursday evening dinner can now consider a delectable meal from Owens Community College as the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts programs announce takeout menu selections in the community Terrace View Café during the month of July.

The student-run Terrace View Café is open to the public throughout the year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Department of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality, is located in College Hall Room 148 on the Toledo-area Campus. Area residents will be able to pick up their meals from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Terrace View Café. The cost per takeout is $6 and reservations are required. Beverages are not included with the takeout meal.

The menu selections were planned by culinary arts students in the techniques of healthy cooking class.

The Terrace View Café will be available to guests starting Thursday, July 5 with sautéed veal with wild mushrooms and leeks as the entrée. Upcoming takeout dates and entrée listings include July 10 (tenderloin of beef with blue cheese and herb crust), July 12 (Moroccan chicken pita sandwich), July 17 (red snapper en papillote with julienne vegetables), July 19 (jerk pork loin and mango salsa), July 24 (chicken stir-fry with soba noodles) and July 26 (goat cheese ravioli). A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace.

Last year, Owens’ Department of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality unveiled a new Baking and Pastry Certificate Program for those individuals interested in becoming a professional baker or pastry chef.

Reservations must be made by 3 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the Tuesday takeout and 3 p.m. on Thursday prior to the Thursday takeout. For additional information about Owens’ Terrace View Café takeout menu selections, call (567) 661-7359 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7359. Individuals can also make a reservation by accessing the College’s website at www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens’ Community Terrace View Café Announces Summer Semester Dine-in Menu, July 5-26

Posted on June 26th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to experience an array of delectable meals that emphasize healthy cooking at Owens Community College as the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts programs unveil summer menu dine-in selections in the community Terrace View Café.

The student-run Terrace View Café is open to the public during the academic year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality Department, is located in College Hall Room 148 on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View Café will be open to area residents for lunch select Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. and take out meals will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is $8.50 and reservations are required.

The menu selections were planned by culinary arts students in the techniques for healthy cooking classes. The classes take into account nutrition science, food preparation and menu strategies for healthy eating.

The Terrace View Café will be available to guests starting Thursday, July 5 with a healthy cuisine that features roasted pork loin with a white bean and rosemary sauce as the entrée. Upcoming Summer Semester dates and entrée listings include July 10 (summer vegetable quiche), July 12 (poached chicken breast), July 17 (salmon and spinach with sparkling wine butter sauce), July 19 (salmon and spinach with sparkling wine butter sauce), July 24 (broiled red snapper) and July 26 (broiled tilapia). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose either a lacto-ovo vegetarian entrée or a Terrace chicken burger with the planned side dishes if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace.

Reservations must be made by 3 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to the Tuesday luncheon and 3 p.m. on Thursday prior to the Thursday luncheon. For additional information about Owens’ Terrace View Café summer lunch menu, call (567) 661-7359 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7359. Individuals can also make a reservation by accessing the College’s website at www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens Students and Toledo Seagate Food Bank Present Free Community Health and Wellness Fair, June 26-27

Posted on June 25th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about ways to make their lives more enjoyable through healthy living as Owens Community College’s School of Nursing and the Toledo Seagate Food Bank present a free Community Health and Wellness Fair, Tuesday-Wednesday, June 26-27.

The health event will occur from 12-2 p.m. (June 26) and from 1-3 p.m. (June 27) at the Toledo Seagate Food Bank, which is located on High Street in Toledo. The Community Health and Wellness Fair, which is free and open to the public, is presented by Owens students as part of a serving learning project.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gain practical health information from a variety of displays outlining a diverse array of topics, including heart health, stress prevention and diabetes, and how to stay cool during the summer months, among others.

Additionally, individuals will be able to test their personal health through free blood pressure screenings both days.

The Toledo Seagate Food Bank was founded with the overall mission of eliminating hunger. The non-profit organization provides service to 18 Northwest Ohio counties and distributes over 15 million pounds of food annually to over 500 organizational programs such as food pantries, community resource centers, churches, soup kitchens, senior centers, rehabilitation and low-income housing service agencies.

For more information about the event, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Community College to Host Free ‘Key to Safe Teen Driving’ Program, June 26-27

Posted on June 18th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area teenagers ages 15 to 20, with a valid driver’s license or driving permit, interested in enhancing their knowledge about safe driving are invited to attend a free Honda Teen Defensive Driving Program titled “Key to Safe Teen Driving” at Owens Community College, Tuesday-Wednesday, June 26-27.

Presented by AAA Northwest Ohio, KeyBank, The Mid-Ohio School, Kumho Tires and Owens Community College, the free two-day “Key to Safe Teen Driving” class will occur from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the Center for Emergency Preparedness’ emergency vehicle operations and driving course on the Toledo-area Campus. The Center for Emergency Preparedness’ emergency vehicle operations and driving course is located on Tracy Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again collaborate with AAA Northwest Ohio, KeyBank, The Mid-Ohio School and Kumho Tires and provide this unique community outreach opportunity for area residents to expand their knowledge about safe driving,” said Michael Cornell, Owens Director of the Center for Emergency Preparedness.

The free “Key to Safe Teen Driving” class will offer four separate sessions each day for area residents. The sessions will begin at 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 1:15 p.m. and 3 p.m. and include a classroom session and hands-on drills involving wet-braking, skid control and emergency lane change maneuvers. The wet-braking and emergency lane change drills will be conducted using each participant’s street-legal automobile. Attendees are asked to remove all items from their vehicle’s trunk and any loose items in the passenger compartment, as well as check tire pressure and fluid levels prior to the program.

Program instruction will include the physics and dynamics of driving, defensive driving and responsible behavior, wet-braking, emergency lane changes and collision-avoidance, slalom and weight-transfer maneuvers, and adverse weather conditions, among many other topics. Experiential learning will take place in each participant’s own vehicle as well as in the program’s Honda Civic Skid Car. Vehicle maintenance and a tire changing demonstration will also occur during the program. The class will be taught by professional driving instructors from The Mid-Ohio School, which has offered performance driving and defensive driving programs for adults and teenagers since 1993.

The “Key to Safe Teen Driving” class was established in 2009 by KeyBank with the overall goal of improving the driving skills of teen drivers and raising awareness about the need for better training of young drivers. This year’s program features 14 events in 14 communities throughout Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, New York and Wisconsin.

In addition to holding a valid driver’s license or driving permit, participants must show proof insurance and have use of a vehicle for the event. For more information or to register, call (877) 793-8667 or access the website www.keytosafeteendriving.com.

Area Middle School Students to Explore Healthy Living During First-Ever ‘Gotta Have Heart’ Program at Owens, June 25-28

Posted on June 13th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area middle school students will have the opportunity to learn about ways to make their lives more enjoyable through healthy living, as well as explore health and science in an engaging environment, as Owens Community College serves as host to the first-ever “Gotta Have Heart” educational outreach program, June 25-28.

The educational program will take place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday-Thursday (June 25-28) in several locations on Owens’ Toledo-area Campus, including Health Technologies Hall, the Math/Science Center, Alumni Hall and the Center for Emergency Preparedness. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens’ “Gotta Have Heart” will feature eight different themed activities throughout the week. Themes will include medical terminology, heart anatomy, heart physiology, medical sonography, nutrition, exercise science, CPR and dental hygiene. Workshop participants will engage in activities focused on heart structure. Individuals will identify parts of medical terms, identify heart anatomical structures, record electrical activity of the heart using an EKG machine and visualize the human heart with real-time sonographic imaging, as well as analyze the nutritional content of selected meals and discuss the relationship between dental and heart health, among other topics.

Additionally, several speakers from Owens will provide educational presentations in conjunction with hands-on laboratory sessions.

Owens Environmental Club Donates Hundreds of Denim Items to Local Child’s National Collection Drive Initiative, June 6

Posted on June 4th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Environmental Club is raising environmental awareness by bringing new life to worm-out jeans, jackets and purses previously destined for overcrowded landfills. As a result of the student group’s recent collection drive efforts, hundreds of denim items will soon find their way to “®COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN.” and given “new life” as part of the environmental program’s UltraTouch National Cotton Fiber Insulation.

Beginning at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 6, the Environmental Club will be presenting the denim materials to Eisenhower Middle School sixth grader Erek Hansen to assist in his personal goal of collecting over 5,000 items for the “®COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN.” program. Last year, the eleven-year-old collected 3,920 denim items. The presentation will take place outside the College’s Facility Services building, which is located on First Street on the Toledo-area Campus.

Owens’ recent denim collection drive initiative is part of a nationwide effort with the “®COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN.” environmental program. Founded in 2006, the denim program gives “new life” to used items by converting them to UltraTouch National Cotton Fiber Insulation. The insulation is then provided to communities in need to assist with building efforts. UltraTouch is composed of 85 percent recycled cotton fibers and is an environmentally safe, non-itch insulation without carcinogenic warnings, formaldehyde or chemical irritants.

Since the start of the “®COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN.” denim drive in 2006, the program has received a total of over 500,000 pieces of denim and provided enough UltraTouch National Cotton Fiber Insulation for approximately 1.5 million square feet of insulation to assist with building efforts for communities in need.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Showcase Academic Programs and Services During Open House Event, June 6

Posted on May 22nd, 2012

The event is open to the public and will take place from 3:30-6:30 p.m. on the College’s Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on 3200 Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a day where community members can learn about our many academic programs and services and get to know our campus,” said Stefanie Orians, Owens Admissions Representative. “The open house is designed for prospective students and families to experience Owens Community College and the many educational opportunities that our academic institution has to offer.”

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with representatives and pick up information about such educational services as new student orientation, placement testing, admissions and advising. Additionally, Owens’ Dean of Enrollment Services Dr. Betsy Johnson will be providing presentations on financial aid at 3:45 p.m., 4:45 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. in the Conference Center.

Individuals will also have the chance to participate in several hands-on demonstration sessions taking place in the College’s state-of-the-art experiential learning classrooms. Highlighted topics will include blood pressure screenings, organism discovery through microscopes, anatomy and physiology, ALICE programming, networking, solar array and wind turbine technology, virtual welding, tensile testing, CAD (Computer Aided Design) technology, robotics and exercise science, among many other educational topics.

In addition, Owens Open House participants can visit with staff from the Offices of Career Services, Disability Services, Student Activities, Veterans Services, International Programs and Services, and Oserve, as well as the Child Care Center throughout the open house event.

All attendees are encouraged to visit the check-in and information location in the Education Center Atrium upon arrival to the Findlay-area Campus.

For more information, or to register for the open house, call (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/openhouse/.

Owens Community College to Assist Local Residents with Children’s Mom2Mom Outreach Sale, June 2

Posted on May 16th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents searching for and/or are interested in selling children’s-specific items are invited to visit Owens Community College as the Raising Awareness Club presents its first-ever Mom2Mom Sale on Saturday, June 2.

The Mom2Mom Sale will take place from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The daylong event is open to the public.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer an event that benefits individuals in our communities who may have a limited budget,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant and Raising Awareness Club Advisor. “I encourage individuals to lend a helping hand by making available for purchase children’s items that may be going unused and could be put to good use by parents with younger children.”

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to select from a variety of children’s-specific items being sold by community venders in a “garage sale” format. Items available for purchase will include gently-used clothing, toys, strollers and high chairs, among other merchandise.

Proceeds will benefit a one-year-old boy from Minnesota who is in need of a liver transplant.

The cost to reserve a merchandise table is $10 and interested vendors must register by May 29. Admission to the Mom2Mom Sale is $1. For more information about the event, or register, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

Owens Community College to Host GED Graduation Ceremony, May 20

Posted on May 14th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Over 50 area residents will be honored for achieving academic excellence as Owens Community College will serve as host to its third annual GED Graduation Ceremony on Sunday, May 20.

Presented by the College’s Office of Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE), the special ceremonies will occur at 1 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The GED Graduation Ceremony is open to the public.

Graduates will be receiving their Ohio High School Equivalence Diploma, also known as the General Educational Development (GED) Diploma, as part of the graduation ceremony. Shelly Taylor and Liyaquat Qurbanali have been selected as the student class representatives and will address the graduates as keynote speakers during the event. All graduates receive special diploma covers and honor students will be recognized with medallions.

“Owens Community College is honored to celebrate the many successes of our graduates, many of whom have defied the odds and overcome obstacles in pursuit of their GED Diploma,” said Joyce Winters, Owens Director of ABLE and Assistant Director of Student Success. “Each student has worked extremely hard to achieve their GED Diploma, which will certainly open new doors to career and educational possibilities. Several of these graduates have already registered for classes at Owens and other educational institutions. The GED is the first step toward continuing a person’s education, and we’re excited to see students taking that second step.”

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. In order to earn an Ohio GED Diploma, students must pass all five subject areas that include language arts-writing, language arts-reading, science, social studies and mathematics on their official examination. The ABLE program is offered at no cost to students and provides individualized study plans so that each student can progress at a pace comfortable for them.

Owens’ ABLE, which is funded by the state of Ohio through the Ohio Board of Regents and the U.S. Department of Education, is committed to meeting the needs of the surrounding communities by providing an array of enriched learning opportunities and academic resources that include reading, writing, mathematics and computer skills. Specific programs available include preparing for post-secondary training and education, obtaining a GED Diploma, improving employability skills and learning English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), among other academic resources.

The College offers ABLE classes at multiple locations in Northwest Ohio, including the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township, the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay, the Arrowhead Park Learning Center in Maumee, the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo, Washington Local Schools in Toledo, The Providence Center in Toledo, The Friendly Center in Toledo, Economic Opportunity Planning Association of Greater Toledo in Toledo, the Lucas County Metropolitan Housing Authority in Toledo, Pilgrim Church in Toledo, Wood County JOBsolutions in Bowling Green, Hancock County JOBsolutions in Findlay, Findlay-Hancock County Public Library in Findlay and at several Toledo-Lucas County Public Library locations.

Individuals who are interested in Owens’ ABLE classes can call (567) 661-2708 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2708.

Owens Community College to Host Statewide Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition, May 10

Posted on May 8th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Twenty high school students from across Ohio will put their knowledge of automobiles to the test as they compete in the 63rd annual Ford/AAA Auto Skills State Competition at Owens Community College on Thursday, May 10.

The contest will occur from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to collaborate with the Ford Motor Co. and AAA and support an event that enables high school students to showcase their knowledge and skills specific to the automotive industry,” said Nick Shultz, Owens Instructor of Transportation Technologies and Technical Competition Manager for the state competition. “Ohio’s Ford/AAA Auto Skills State Competition is one of the largest in the country. The participants are extremely talented, which will certainly make for a very exciting day of competition.”

Sponsored by the Ford Motor Co. and AAA, the state contest will involve 10 high school teams, consisting of two students, completing various testing to determine their expertise of automobiles. As part of the practical skills competition, teams will be required to locate, identify and repair malfunctions on new 2012 Ford Fusion vehicles, which are donated by the Hertz Corp. Once the vehicle is properly diagnosed and repaired, the teams must drive across the finish line, where the vehicle will be inspected by judges, comprised of automotive industry professionals.

The top teams will be awarded scholarships and prizes with the championship team also advancing to the National Finals at the Ford Motor Co. in Dearborn, Mich., June 10-12. Over 12,000 students from across the United States annually compete for the chance to represent their school and state in the National Finals. The Ford/AAA Auto Skills State Competitions will offer nearly $12 million in scholarships this year to students at both the state and national levels.

High schools and students participating in the state competition are Apollo Career Center in Lima (Sebastian Moneer of Spencerville and Zach Cozadd of Bluffton), Coshocton County Career Center in Coshocton (Tyler Hostetler of Newcomerstown and Ben Modesitt of Frazeysburg), EHOVE Career Center in Milan (Roy Hinckley of Wakeman and Nathan Summers of Wakeman), Fairfield Career Center in Carroll (Tyler Milisits of Sugar Grove and Jake Kidd of Carroll), Miami Valley Career Technology Center in Clayton (Zachary Abner of Farmersville and Joseph Anderson of Englewood), Sentinel Career and Technology Center in Tiffin (Ricardo Galvan of Fostoria and Brandon Seasly of Republic), Tolles Career and Technical Center in Plain City (Samuel Ford of Columbus and Justin Reisinger of West Jefferson), Trumbull Career and Technical Center in Warren (Liki Turner of Warren and Robert Strohmeyer of Brookfield), Valley Forge High School in Parma Heights (Vitaliy Reshetnyak of Parma Heights and Kamil Falkowski of Parma Heights) and Whitmer Career and Technology Center in Toledo (Josiah Meiring of Toledo and Michael Stockdale of Toledo).

This marks the third time (2003 and 2004) that Owens has served as host site for the state competition.

Owens Environmental Club to Host Denim Collection Drive, April 26 – May 6

Posted on April 19th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Environmental Club is encouraging area residents to bring their used denim jeans, jackets and purses of any particular color to the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses in support of environmental awareness as the student group hosts its third annual “Recycle Your Denim” Collection Drive, April 26 – May 6.

The denim collection drive initiative is part of a nationwide effort with the “®COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN.” environmental program. Founded in 2006, the denim program gives “new life” to used items by converting them to UltraTouch National Cotton Fiber Insulation. The insulation is then provided to communities in need to assist with building efforts. UltraTouch is composed of 85 percent recycled cotton fibers and is an environmentally safe, non-itch insulation without carcinogenic warnings, formaldehyde or chemical irritants.

At the collection drive’s conclusion, all denim materials will be presented to Eisenhower Middle School sixth grader Erek Hansen of Curtice to assist in his personal goal of collecting over 5,000 items for the “®COTTON. FROM BLUE TO GREEN.” program. Last year, the eleven-year-old collected 3,920 denim items.

Owens has set up a variety of collection points around the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Area residents can drop off their denim items on the Toledo-area Campus at the Student Health and Activities Center and the College Hall Bookstore. On the Findlay-area Campus, collection points are in the College’s Atrium area.

For more information about the denim collection drive, or to donate, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens’ Community Terrace View Café Announces Garde Manger Grazing Stations Buffet, April 25

Posted on April 19th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to experience an array of amazing foods in the form of garnishes, hors d’oeuvres and appetizers at the Owens Community College Terrace View Café as students within the culinary arts program’s Garde Manger classes present the art and craft of the cold kitchen during a grazing station feature buffet on Wednesday, April 25.

Garde Manger classes will open the College’s student-run Terrace View Café to the public as attendees will have the opportunity to partake of sausages, smoked foods, cheeses, pâtés, vegetable and fruit carvings, chutneys, crackers and canapés from an array of buffet themed platters as part of their dining experience, including a French Bistro, a Taste of Italy and The Lone Star State.

The Garde Manger Grazing Stations Buffet will take place from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the College’s Terrace View Café, which is located in College Hall Room 148 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens’ restaurant is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality Department.

The 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. The Garde Manger class is designed to provide students with experiential learning related to the art and craft of the cold kitchen. Classroom instruction includes the preparation of garnishes, hors d’oeuvres and appetizers, sausages and tureens, sauces and soups, and salads and sandwiches. Additionally, buffet presentation is highlighted as part of the academic curriculum.

The cost per lunch, which includes unlimited trips to the grazing stations, is $9 and reservations are required. Reservations can be made by calling (567) 661-7359 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7359. Individuals can also make a reservation by accessing the College’s website at www.owens.edu/terrace.

Owens Student Group Raises Environmental Awareness During Sixth Annual Environmental Fair, April 26

Posted on April 18th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College will bring environmental awareness to the forefront as the Owens Environmental Club hosts its sixth annual Environmental Fair on Thursday, April 26. The public is encouraged to join the campus community in celebrating Earth Day 2012 and the importance of the environment through the various activities.

Environmental organizations from around the region are scheduled to participate in the fair, which will be held from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the College’s Math/Science Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Owens Environmental Fair participants include such organizations as Partners for Clean Streams and the Wood County Park District, among many others. In addition, several campus groups and organizations, including the Owens Environmental Club and Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club, will host informational tables. Individuals will also have the opportunity to visit several student displays focused on environmental awareness and issues.

In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to view the film “Gasland.” The free film, which will air continuously in the Math/Science Center, will provide insight into the growing industry of hydraulic fracturing for natural gas in the United States.

The Owens Environmental Club is comprised of active students who are dedicated to addressing a multitude of environmental issues on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. The student organization has successfully implemented numerous recycling programs, while bringing more awareness to environmental concerns. Within the community, the Owens Environmental Club regularly helps in community clean-ups and preserve restorations, participates in charity events, and supports various environmental causes with a yearly Human-I-Tees fundraiser.

A selection of healthy food will be available to event attendees. For additional information about Owens’ Environmental Fair activities, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Community Organizations Celebrate Earth Day 2012 with W.W. Knight Nature Preserve Beautification, April 20

Posted on April 17th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club, the Wood County Park District and Community Integration for Training and Employment (CITE) representatives will spend a morning at the W.W. Knight Nature Preserve on White Road in Perrysburg volunteering their time beautifying the grounds as the organizations join millions of individuals nationwide in celebration of Earth Day 2012 on Friday, April 20.

Beginning at 10 a.m., volunteers will roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty by participating in a variety of general spring clean-up projects, including removing invasive plants from the preserve. Representatives will conclude their volunteer beautification efforts around 2 p.m. that same day.

Additionally, the volunteer service project is occurring in conjunction with the nationwide PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Day of Service. The program is designed to unite PLANET members around the country for a day of giving back to their communities. PLANET is an international association serving lawn care professionals, landscape management contractors, design/build/installation professionals and interior plantscapers. The organization provides its members with a good business foundation to help them evaluate, plan and better manage their companies.

The Earth Day Network was founded on the premise that all people, regardless of race, gender, income or geography, have a moral right to a healthy, sustainable environment. The organization mission is to broaden and diversify the environmental movement worldwide, and to mobilize it as the most effective vehicle for promoting a healthy, sustainable environment. The Earth Day Network has a global reach with more than 22,000 partners and organizations in 192 countries. More than one billion people participate in Earth Day activities, making it the largest secular civic event in the world.

For more information, or to volunteer, call (586) 292-0664.

Owens Community College Environmental Club to Host Spring Electronics Collection Drive, April 24

Posted on April 16th, 2012

“The Owens Environmental Club is excited to once again work with Recycle It USA in an effort to make sure that electronic devices do not end up in landfills,” said Brad Fields of Toledo, Owens student and Environmental Club President. “This event has been a huge success in the past and we encourage people to donate their unwanted items.”

Electronic devices can be dropped off from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. outside the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Proceeds from all cell phones collected will benefit the College’s Environmental Club. For more information about the electronics collection drive, call (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Spring Plant Sale, April 25-26

Posted on April 16th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents seeking to add some new life and color to their gardens and yards this spring are encouraged to attend the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club’s annual Spring Plant Sale at Owens Community College, April 25-26.

The plant sale will be held from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. next to the greenhouse, which is near the entrance to the Owens Math/Science Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The sale will feature a wide selection of shrubs and rare, unusual trees, as well as annuals, among other items. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

According to Chris Foley, Owens Associate Professor of Science, the student organization is excited to once again offer individuals the rare opportunity to purchase select trees, shrubs and annuals at a very minimal cost for the upcoming spring planting season.

“The annual spring plant sale also provides our students with the unique opportunity to showcase their talents to the general public and the campus community in the form of a wide range of hanging baskets and planters filled with beautiful blooming plants,” added Foley. “The containers were all grown by the students within the College’s greenhouse.”

A majority of the shrubs will cost $15-20, while varieties of trees will cost between $15-30. All proceeds from the plant sale will help in supporting the organization’s participation in the annual PLANET (Professional Landcare Network) Student Career Days, which is a national horticultural and landscape competition involving over 50 colleges and universities across the country.

Shrubs on hand will include assorted hydrangeas and flowering shrubs, as well as the Emerald Green Arborvitae, Bottle Brush Buckeye and Virginia Sweetspire, among many others. Several rare and unusual trees will also be available, including the Japanese Stripped-bark Maple, Chinese Dogwood, Carolina Silverbell and White Oak. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell perennials, including select hostas and daylilies. In addition, an assortment of planters and hanging baskets with flowering annuals, grown by the College’s greenhouse management class, will be available this year. Hanging baskets will cost $12, while combination planters will cost $6-20. A complete listing of the available plants with their prices is available online at www.owens.edu/direct/plantsale.pdf.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, call (567) 661-7623 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7623.

Owens Arrowhead Park Learning Center to Host Administrative Professionals Day Luncheon, April 25

Posted on April 12th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Workforce and Community Services will celebrate Administrative Professionals Day by honoring area administrative professionals with a special luncheon featuring Hands-On Consulting Inc. owner and author Karen Shulman as a special guest speaker on Wednesday, April 25. The presentation will focus on “Fueling Your Dreams” during the luncheon event.

The Administrative Professionals Day luncheon will occur from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. Area administrative professionals and community members are encouraged to attend the event.

Shulman serves as owner of Hands-on Consulting Inc., a management consulting firm specializing in human resource issues, such as developing, customizing and conducting training programs, and facilitating team processes. A second division specializes in licensed massage therapy. Her educational background includes holding a master’s of organizational development degree from Bowling Green State University and a bachelor’s of business administration degree from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. Shulman also is a Certified Dream Manager, a Certified Compensation Professional through the American Compensation Association and a Licensed Massage Therapist through both the State Medical Board of Ohio and the State of Florida Department of Health.

Additionally, she is the author of the book “I Never Meant to be Funny: True Mother and Daughter Stories”.

The cost of the luncheon is $20 and reservations are required. For more information, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College to Host Second Annual Honors Program Symposium and Medallion Ceremony, April 20

Posted on April 12th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students pursuing academic studies at the highest level will have the opportunity to showcase their research and creative work in multiple disciplines as the academic institution hosts its second annual Honors Program Symposium and Medallion Ceremony on Friday, April 20.

The Honors Program Symposium and Medallion Ceremony will occur from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Founders Hall on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The event is free and open to the public.

“Owens Community College is extremely proud to once again host an event which affords students the opportunity to share their academic findings with both the campus community and the general public through oral presentations,” said Dr. Russell Bodi, Owens Professor of English and Honors Program Director. “The students participating in the second annual Honors Program Symposium and Medallion Ceremony are leaders who have challenged their intellectual growth at the highest level. The College and the Honors Program is honored to recognize them on their accomplishments.”

Mirroring a professional academic conference, Owens’ Honors Program Symposium and Medallion Ceremony will feature oral presentations by students on several topic areas, including intellectualism, applied math and social science, medical issues, critical thinking, business, literature, international affairs and Shakespeare, among others. Each presentation is a collaborative effort between the Honors Program student and an Owens faculty member.

Owens students presenting papers and their topics as part of the academic symposium are Jason Saxton of Toledo (The Need for Change in Funding for Public Education); Nicole Drake of Pemberville (Shakespeare and Performativity); Keith Crossman of Toledo (The Lisbon Earthquake’s Intellectual Fallout in Mid-Eighteenth to Early Nineteenth Century Europe) and (Unending Truth Search: Why Would a Good God Allow Suffering?); Obadah Alfaham of Sylvania (Examining Anonymous) and (Shakespeare’s Fools); Alexandra Hill of Gibsonburg (Sound in the Sand / Robert Helwarth: The Math Behind Lasers and Holography); Carrie Lee of Oak Harbor (Cell Miscommunication and Cancer Growth) and (Telomere Length and the Correlation to Cancer Cell Immortality); Andrew Hartke of Oregon (The Ethics of Easing); Dee Swafford of Toledo (Electronic Health Records); Lindsay Cervantes of Findlay (Postual Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome: Exploring the Unknown); Adam Rae of Toledo (Howard Hughes); Michelle Weber of Toledo (A Look at Deaf Communities: Past and Present); Adam Masters of Perrysburg (Outsourcing and America); Terry Burkhead of Toledo (Medicare Wait Program Needs Fixed) and (Patton: America’s Secret Weapon); Jasin Sosbe of Perrysburg (Housing Bubble: Boom or Bust); Kayla Mustard of McComb (New Critical View of Beowulf); Christy Hamman of Bloomdale (Coming Into Heritage: The Joy Luck Club); Amanda Alfarah of Toledo (The Problem with U.S. Foreign Relations in Iran); Ebrahim Yasin of Cairo, Egypt (The Economic Impact of U.S Military Aid to Egypt); Michael Elieff of Toledo (The Good, the Bad, the Human), and Rajesh Felix of Perrysburg (The Machiavellian Iago: The Fox and the Lion).

In addition to the oral presentations, the Owens Honors Program will recognize five students for their educational success and leadership with the bestowing of an Owens Honors Program medallion. The five students being recognized for the 2012 Spring Semester are Geraldine Davis of Toledo, Andrew Hartke of Oregon, Alexandra Hill of Gibsonburg, Adam Masters of Perrysburg and Jason Saxton of Toledo.

The Honors Program at Owens was founded with the overall mission of providing a challenging educational opportunity, above and beyond the standard curriculum, for exceptional students who strive for academic excellence. Over 100 students are members of the current Owens Honors Program on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.

To be considered for admission into the selective program, a currently enrolled student must have a minimum 3.2 grade point average with 12 credits completed at Owens. A new student must have achieved a high school 3.2 grade point average or be enrolled as a post secondary enrollment option student. Additionally, applicants must have two recommendations from faculty members.

Honors Program students must complete a total of 15 credit hours of honors courses, which includes nine credit hours of elective honors courses and two core courses titled Introduction to Critical Thinking and Honors Great Readings: Ancient World through the Middle Ages. To graduate as an Honors Scholar and receive the Honors Program medallion, a student must earn a cumulative 3.5 grade point average and complete an honors portfolio where they engage in directed research or service learning around essential questions or themes appropriate to their program of study as part of a capstone project, among other criteria.

In addition, Owens Honors Program graduates are able to continue their educational pursuits at Bowling Green State University or the University of Toledo as the academic institutions have in place seamless transfer agreements between the respective Honors Programs.

Owens to Showcase Academic Programs and Services During Open House Event, April 21

Posted on April 4th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many educational programs, services and resources available at Owens Community College as the academic institution serves as host to an open house event on Saturday, April 21.

The event is open to the public and will take place from 12-4 p.m. at various locations on the College’s Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer a day where community members can learn about and experience our many academic programs and services,” said Cory Stine, Owens Director of Admissions. “The open house is designed for prospective students and families to experience Owens Community College and the many educational opportunities that our academic institution has to offer.”

Owens’ open house event will commence at 12 p.m. with welcoming remarks by Owens Vice President and Provost Dr. Renay Scott and Director of Admissions Cory Stine in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 121-128. Following opening comments, individuals are invited meet with representatives and pick up information about such educational services as student orientation, placement testing, admissions and advising. Additionally, Owens Dean of Enrollment Services Betsy Johnson will be providing a presentation on financial aid at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in several hands-on demonstration sessions taking place in the Schools’ of Arts and Sciences, Business, Health Sciences, Nursing, Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, and Technology. The sessions will take place at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. at various locations on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens sessions will occur in many of the College’s state-of-the-art experiential learning classrooms and highlight such topics as blood pressure and blood sugar screenings, automotive diagnostics, accounting, nutrition, security vulnerabilities in various computer operating systems, physics of momentum and energy, techniques of improvisation as an actor/actress, and microbiology and immunology, among other educational topics.

In addition, individuals will have the chance to visit the Offices of Career Services, Disability Services, Student Activities and Oserve, as well as the Child Care Center and the Owens Harvest Food Pantry throughout the open house event.

All attendees are encouraged to visit the check-in and information location at the Audio/Visual Classroom Center entrance upon arrival to the Toledo-area Campus.

For more information, or to register for the open house, call (567) 661-2180 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2180. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/openhouse/.

Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus to Host First-Ever Electronics Recycling and Paper Shredding Day, April 17

Posted on April 3rd, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College is encouraging area residents to bring their used electronic devices and unwanted paper documents to the Findlay-area Campus in support of environmental awareness and to advocate against identity theft as the academic institution serves as host to its first-ever Electronics Recycling and Paper Shredding Day on Tuesday, April 17. The event is taking place in recognition of the upcoming celebration of Earth Day (April 22).

Coordinated by the College’s Office of Student Activities, the electronics and paper shredding initiative is part of a collaborative effort with AccuShred, which is a high-security information destruction company that provides service throughout Ohio, Michigan and parts of Indiana. Based in Toledo and a subsidiary of the State Paper and Metal Co., the organization also offers various EPA-certified computer and electronics recycling services.

“Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is proud to work with the AccuShred organization and help our environment by making sure that electronic devices and paper do not end up in landfills, as well as protect consumer information,” said James Katzner, Owens Manager of Student Activities and Conduct. “I encourage area residents to participate in the College’s new community outreach program by bringing in their old electronic devices and paper documents. Owens is excited to extend this new service and opportunity to the surrounding communities.”

Electronic items being collected include computer towers and monitors, hard drives, circuit boards, keyboards and mice, speakers, printers, cable, scanners, servers, fax machines, modems, tape drives, cell phones, DVD and VCR players, CD players, video game systems, video cameras, radios and stereos, among other items. Televisions are not being accepted as part of the collection drive event.

In addition, representatives will be accepting sensitive information to be shredded, including confidential documents, check stubs, bank statements, credit card offers, floppy disks and CDs. People can bring up to 10 boxes of paper documents for shredding purposes.

Items can be dropped off from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in parking lots B and C, which are situated in the northwest portion of the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

For more information about Electronics Recycling and Paper Shredding Day, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College Students to Host Prom Dress Extravaganza Event for High School Students, April 14

Posted on April 3rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area high school students and their families searching for that hard-to-find prom dress and accompanying accessories at minimal cost are invited to visit Owens Community College as the Raising Awareness Club presents its second annual Prom Dress Extravaganza on Saturday, April 14.

The Prom Dress Extravaganza will take place from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and open to the public.

During the event, high school students and their families will have the opportunity to select from an assortment of nearly 500 prom dresses and accessories for minimal cost ranging from $5-20 for dresses and 50 cents to $5 for accessories. Featured items available for purchase will be gently used dresses, shoes, purses, gloves and jewelry, among other prom accessories.

Additionally, shopping mentors will be on hand to assist individuals in their shopping experience.

“The Raising Awareness Club cannot thank the surrounding communities enough for their generosity and support to the prom dress event,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant and Raising Award Club Advisor. “We have almost 500 dresses and a variety of prom-specific items for high school students and their families to choose from. Our goal is to lend a helping hand to as many students as possible and make sure that they receive a special high school prom experience.”

Any items not claimed during the Prom Dress Extravaganza will be donated to Camp Courageous near Whitehouse. All proceeds raised from the prom dress initiative will be used to benefit future community outreach activities for the Raising Awareness Club.

For more information about the event, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Community College Students to Host Community Craft and Trade Show Benefit, April 5-7

Posted on April 2nd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to spend some time shopping at Owens Community College for a good cause as the Owens Students Against Cancer organization serves as host to a Craft and Trade Show, April 5-7.

The Craft and Trade Show, which is free and open to the public, will occur daily (Thursday-Saturday) from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. A portion of the funds raised from the event will benefit Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio.

“The Owens Students Against Cancer group is excited to host a community event where we can raise some funds for a good cause,” said Joshua Widanka, Owens Students Against Cancer President. “Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio assists with such services as transportation to treatments and child care. Funds raised for Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio stay in Ohio to help individuals in need.”

More than 20 community organizations will be on hand selling various items ranging from scented candles to accessories.

Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio was founded with the overall mission of helping Ohio breast cancer patients survive the hardships of cancer treatments by providing emergency financial assistance.

For more information about the Craft and Trade Show, call (419) 902-0199.

Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association Presents Annual Scholarship and Awards Dinner, April 22

Posted on March 29th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to enjoy a unique dining experience featuring an array of culinary dishes by some of the finest chefs and culinary students around the region as the Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association local chapter of the American Culinary Federation presents the 32nd Annual Scholarship and Awards Dinner on Sunday, April 22.

The event, which begins at 5 p.m. and takes place at the Inverness Club in Toledo, is being coordinated by professionals and aspiring culinary professionals, including Owens and Penta Career Center representatives, within the Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association. All proceeds from the event will benefit scholarships presented to students by the Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association.

The evening will commence with several hor d’oeuvre tables prepared by the Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association student chapter. Dinner will follow and feature one of four pre-ordered entrees for attendees. Entrée selections will include oven roasted Idaho rainbow trout with a shrimp and crabmeat stuffing, walnut and mushroom stuffed chicken roulades, Ohio beer braised boneless short rib with reduced stout demi glace and spring vegetable rolls with mushroom duxelles. All entrees will include a seasonal contemporary salad and a honey cake with thyme ice cream.

Serving as the keynote speaker for this year’s annual scholarship and awards dinner is Veggie U Director of Development Molly Thompson. Veggie U is a national not-for-profit organization that offers an Earth to Table science curriculum to fourth grade and special needs classrooms. Located in Milan, Ohio, the organization is dedicated to placing hands-on curriculum in all 93,000 fourth grade classrooms nationwide in an effort to decrease childhood disease, and increase youth awareness of healthy food options and the importance of sustainability agriculture.

In addition, Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association will present multiple student scholarships to deserving and aspiring culinary professionals. Other honors being awarded to culinary professionals during the event include Aspiring Culinarian, Chef Professionalism, Educator of the Year and Chef of the Year.

The Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association is comprised of chefs, cooks and aspiring culinarians from Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan who are committed to providing a variety of professional development opportunities and scholarship assistance to food service professionals and culinary students living in the region. Established in 1976 as a charter of the American Culinary Federation, the Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association is engaged in a variety of charitable causes, including food preparation projects, education, certifications and scholarships.

The ticket cost is $65 per person or $400 for a table of eight individuals. Reservations are required and must be made by April 15. For additional information, call (567) 661-7563 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7563. Individuals can make a reservation by accessing the Maumee Valley Chefs’ Association website at www.maumeevalleychefs.com.

Owens Students to Raise Homeless Awareness During Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City, April 4-5

Posted on March 26th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students will spend a night under the stars to raise homeless awareness as part of the academic institution’s seventh annual Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City on Wednesday, April 4.

Beginning at 4 p.m., Owens students will spend 17 consecutive hours camping out on the College’s courtyard lawn outside the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The goal of the sleep out is to make more people aware of homelessness occurring in the surrounding communities and to collect non-perishable canned food items to benefit Cherry Street Mission Ministries in Toledo. The event will conclude at 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 5.

“There are multiple reasons that a person can become homeless,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “The Owens Community College Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City project is intended to bring to the forefront this very serious issue, which does not discriminate and can happen to anyone at anytime.”

Owens students and employees and community members are encouraged to show their support by dropping off non-perishable canned food items. Donations can be dropped off on the College’s courtyard lawn outside the Student Health and Activities Center during the Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event.

Additionally, Owens students will be putting their construction skills to the test as part of a cardboard box-building competition. The student project receiving first-place honors will have the collected non-perishable canned food items donated in their name to Cherry Street Mission Ministries.

Cherry Street Mission Ministries was founded in 1947 with the overall goal of providing help to those in need in the form of food and shelter. In addition to meeting people’s critical basic needs, the organization focuses on empowering people to break the bonds of homelessness and poverty and build new lives for themselves.

Owens’ Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City event is being coordinated by the College’s Office of Student Activities. For more information about the event, including donation information, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Registration Rocks in April

Posted on March 26th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area high school seniors are invited to learn about Owens Community College’s many educational opportunities during a fun, music-themed event as the College serves as host to Registration Rocks in April.

High school seniors can sign up for any day of Registration Rocks which runs from 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event. Registration Rocks dates include April 4, 9 and 12.

“Registration Rocks is a great opportunity for prospective students to receive academic advising, as well as register for summer and fall classes all in one fun-filled day,”said Stefanie Orians, Owens Admissions Representative. “Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus is excited to once again host an event where students can take the first step toward their career and educational aspirations.”

Throughout each day, students will be able to meet with an advisor, tour campus, complete the new student orientation and pick up important information about financial aid, clubs and student activities, local housing and academic program offerings.

In addition, a separate program on learning to support your children in college will be offered to parents who attend Registration Rocks. Attendees will also be provided with a free lunch during their visit.

For more information, or to register, call (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/regrocks/ ( http://www.owens.edu/regrocks/ )and click on the Registration Rocks icon.

Owens Toledo-area Campus to Host Registration Rocks, April 2-5 and 9-12

Posted on March 23rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area high school seniors are invited to learn about Owens Community College’s many educational opportunities during a fun, music-themed event as the College serves as host to Registration Rocks in April.

High school seniors can sign up for any day of Registration Rocks which runs from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Attendees are required to RSVP prior to the event. Registration Rocks dates include April 2-5 and 9-12.

“Registration Rocks is a great opportunity for prospective students to receive academic advising, as well as register for summer and fall classes all in one fun-filled day,” said Kari Morgan, Owens Admissions Representative. “Owens Community College is excited to once again host an event where students can take the first step toward their career and educational aspirations.”

Throughout each day, students will be able to meet with an advisor, take placement testing, tour campus, complete the new student orientation and pick up important information about financial aid, clubs and student activities, local housing and academic program offerings.

All participating seniors will receive an Owens T-shirt. For more information, or to register, call (567) 661-7379 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7379. Or, check out the Owens website at www.owens.edu/regrocks/ ( http://www.owens.edu/regrocks/ )and click on the Registration Rocks icon.

Owens Community College to Host Annual Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night, April 5

Posted on March 22nd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s School of Technology, the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Welding Society and Lincoln Electric Motorsports are inviting area racing car and truck enthusiasts to the Toledo-area Campus to view an array of competition vehicles and learn more about careers within the welding and automotive industry at the sixteenth annual Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night on Thursday, April 5.

Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night will occur from 6-9 p.m. in the College’s Transportation Technologies Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night is a great opportunity for area residents to check out some of the latest advancements in competition racing as more than 30 owners from around the region showcase their vehicles,” said Jim Gilmore, Owens Chair of Diesel and Welding Technologies. “Attendees can also meet individuals from local businesses and ask advice in choosing a career within the welding or automotive industry.”

Vehicles featured at the event will include trucks, stock racing cars, drag racing cars and drag bikes, among others. In addition, a NHRA/IHRA vega drag car, an ARCA truck and a 305 Sprint car will be on display.

Karl Hoes of the Lincoln Electric Co. will serve as the guest speaker for this year’s event. In addition to his position as an Instructor for Lincoln Electric, Hoes is an accomplished Lincoln Motorsports Welder and performs welding on NASCAR, Nationwide, ARCA and IRL vehicles. Additionally, he is a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association in Wisconsin and involved heavily with the IRL and ARCA Truck series. Hoes will speak at 7 p.m. about various aspects of welding on competition vehicles.

Representatives from local businesses including Toledo Speedway, Norwalk Raceway Park and Attica Raceway Park will be in attendance to offer information. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to experience one of Lincoln Electric’s virtual welders and view welding demonstrations during the event.

Lincoln Motorsports Welding Night is co-sponsored by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Welding Society and Lincoln Electric Motorsports. For additional information on the event, call (567) 661-7729 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7729.

Owens Community College to Host Regional Job Fair, March 30

Posted on March 20th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area college and university graduates and students are invited to learn about and explore various employment opportunities available throughout the surrounding region as Owens Community College serves as host to the Collegiate Employ-Net Regional Job Fair on Friday, March 30.

Presented by Collegiate Employ-Net, a consortium of 18 colleges and universities in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, the regional job fair will occur from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to event is free and professional attire and a resume are required.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with over 90 business and industry representatives about employment opportunities. In addition, attendees will be able to fill out applications for various employment opportunities. Individuals are also encouraged to bring several copies of their resume in preparation for any impromptu interviews.

Area employers in attendance will include Advance Staffing Solutions, Auto-Owners Insurance Co., Cedar Point, Cummins Bridgeway LLC, HCR ManorCare, Healing Arts Institute, Otterbein Portage Valley, Penske Truck Leasing, Piping Industry Training Center, Quicken Loans, Sherwin-Williams Co., The Home Depot, Ohio Highway Patrol, Toledo Zoo, Transportation Research Center Inc., Verizon Wireless and Wood Lane Residential Services Inc., among many others.

For more information, call (567) 661-7715 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7715.

Owens Community College Public Safety Offers Public Safety A.L.I.C.E. Training Classes in March and April

Posted on March 19th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Northwest Ohio public safety, business and school officials, as well as first responders, interested in receiving hands-on learning related to a proactive response to a violent attack on a large number of people are invited to participate in free A.L.I.C.E. Training Classes at Owens Community College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses .

The training classes will be offered and facilitated through Owens’ Department of Public Safety on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Owens’ Toledo-area Campus will offer A.L.I.C.E. training on Wednesday, March 28 from 9-11 a.m., 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. each day at the Center for Emergency Preparedness. A.L.I.C.E. training on the Findlay-area Campus will occur on Wednesday, April 4 from 9-11 a.m., 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Training sessions will take place in the Community Education and Wellness Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus.

“Owens Community College is proud to offer an innovative training program which builds upon traditional response protocol for individuals in a hostile intruder scenario,” said John Betori, Owens Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police.“Seconds are crucial in a life-threatening situation and A.L.I.C.E. training provides strategies for victims to increase their odds of survival. I encourage area residents to take advantage of the free emergency preparedness seminars and the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills and preparation related to unforeseen emergency situations.”

A.L.I.C.E., which stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate, is a rapid-response training program that is designed to educate organizations on how to proactively respond to a violent attack on a large number of people. The program was created by Response Options in Burleson, Texas, with the overall mission of reducing the likelihood of individuals involved in an active shooting becoming a casualty.

During the two-hour training sessions, Owens public safety staff will highlight various strategies and techniques which enhance the traditional response “lockdown” protocol for individuals in a hostile intruder scenario. Attendees will receive experiential training related to becoming better aware of potential threats within an organization, as well as strategies and techniques to counter, confound, confuse and defeat an active shooter. Such measures enable victims to take a proactive approach in a hostile situation and get inside an attacker’s decision cycle by confronting the individual through “organized chaos” tactics.

For more information, or to register for a training session, call (567) 661-7977 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7977.

Owens Arrowhead Park Learning Center to Host Veteran Entrepreneurial Training Day, March 30

Posted on March 15th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area veterans and military members who are aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners are invited to expand their knowledge about starting or operating a business as the Owens Community College Arrowhead Park Learning Center serves as host to a free Veteran Entrepreneurial Training Day on Friday, March 30.

The event will take place from 7:30-11:45 a.m. at the College’s Arrowhead Park Learning Center on 1724 Indian Wood Circle in Maumee. The event is free and open to the public.

Activities will commence at 8 a.m. with opening remarks by representatives from Owens Community College, the Ohio Small Business Development Center at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

A panel discussion will immediately follow the opening remarks and will focus on the various resources available to veteran-owned small businesses. The five individuals comprising the panel are Lisa Wood, Director, Procurement Technical Assistance Centers of Ohio; Bill Wersell, Director, Ohio Small Business Development Center at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce; Ed Ronders, Director, VetBizCentral Veterans Business Outreach Center; Jim Bayer, Chairman, SCORE, and David Wood, Director, Minority Business Assistance Center. U.S. Small Business Administration Veterans Business Officer John Renner will serve as the moderator.

In addition, four different breakout sessions will take place from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 10:45-11:45 a.m. as part of the event. Presentation topics will include “Financing Your Business”, “Federal and State Certifications for Small and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses”, “Federal and State Government Contracting and Training through the Defense Acquisition University” and “Exporting Assistance for Your Business”.

Attendees will also have the chance to meet with national, state and local representatives and ask them questions about business-specific services and resources available through their organizations. Among the organizations expected in attendance include the U.S. Small Business Administration, Small Business Development Centers of Ohio, SCORE, the Office of the Ohio Treasurer, VetBizOhio, Procurement Technical Assistance Centers of Ohio, Minority Business Assistance Center, U.S. Department of Commerce, Owens Community College, Veterans Service Commission and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.

The Veteran Entrepreneurial Training Day is being sponsored by VetBizOhio, U.S. Small Business Administration, Procurement Technical Assistance Centers of Ohio, Ohio Small Business Development Center at the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce, Minority Business Assistance Center and Owens Community College.

Pre-registration is necessary. Individuals can register at www.vetbizohio.org. For additional information, call (567) 661-7357 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7357.

Owens Community College to Host Diversity Day, March 21

Posted on March 13th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College will celebrate the importance of diversity from a national and global perspective as the academic institution serves as host to a series of free activities and events during Diversity Day on Wednesday, March 21.

Sponsored by KeyBank and the Owens Leadership Academy Team Pride, the event is titled “Celebrating Diversity National and Global” and will occur from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. All events and activities are free and open to the public.

Activities will commence at 11 a.m. with a performance by the Ballet Folklorico Imagenes Mexicanas. The 25-member dance troupe is committed to promoting the appreciation, dedication and performance of Mexican folk dance. A community outreach initiative of the Perrysburg Heights Community Association, Ballet Folklorico Imagenes Mexicanas has entertained audiences nationwide, highlighted by an appearance at the White House. During the performance, attendees will also have the opportunity to sample an array of ethnic food from around the globe.

Owens’ Diversity Day will continue with Executive Director of Human Values for Transformative Action Dr. Lorna Gonsalves providing a lecture presentation titled “Coming to Terms with Racism” at 11:30 a.m. Her presentation topic will provide insight into what divides people as a society, as well as ways to recognize common humanity and the capacity to work across differences to build communities that value and respect one another. Owens theatre students will follow Gonsalves’ lecture with a poem enactment titled “Cold Within and Force Within”.

The second dance performance of the day will begin at 12 p.m. and feature nationally-regarded dance professionals Oluwadamilare Adeyeri and Shari Mocheit. Both performers have showcased their talents both locally and throughout the country and will share with attendees variations of the salsa dance.

In addition to the series of presentations and performances, individuals will have the opportunity to visit several international student displays and experience different cultures and nationalities, as well as meet with several local community organizations in attendance, including KeyBank, Perrysburg Heights Community Association and 10,000 Villages, among other groups. Diversity Day will also feature a hands-on art project and prize drawings.

Owens Leadership Academy Team Pride members responsible for the event’s coordination are Elisa Rodriguez, Ramadevi Kannan and Timothy Luc.

For additional information about Diversity Day, call (567) 661-7518 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7518.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Literacy Fair, March 20

Posted on March 12th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Owens Community College will celebrate and promote the importance of literacy by inviting area residents to participate in several free activities as the Findlay-area Campus serves as host to a Literacy Fair on Tuesday, March 20.

Coordinated by the Owens Leadership Academy Team Horton, the Literacy Fair will take place from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

“The purpose of the event is to educate students and the community about the importance of literacy and introduce them to an array of literacy resources available to children and adults in Hancock County and the surrounding area,” said James Katzner, Owens Manager of Student Activities and Conduct and Owens Leadership Academy Team Horton member.

In addition to Katzner, other Owens Leadership Academy Team Horton members include Amy Dixon, Assistant Chair of Nursing, and Maribeth Tercha, Manager of the Child Care Center.

Area children will have the opportunity to participate in several interactive events throughout the Literacy Fair, highlighted by creating their very own bookmarks, participating in coloring activities and attending “Read Aloud” sessions. The “Read Aloud” sessions are being coordinated by Owens teacher education students in the family, communities and schools class and will feature stories with the Dr. Suess theme. The reading events will occur at 9:30 a.m. (“The Sneetches”), at 10:30 a.m. (“The Hair Book”) and at 1 p.m. (“The Cat’s Quizzer”). In addition, a “Campus Read Aloud” will take place at 12 p.m. and feature Owens administrators reading “Horton Hears a Who!”. Prize drawings will also occur throughout the event.

Additionally, attendees will have the chance to meet with several local community representatives and ask them questions about literacy outreach opportunities available through their organizations. Area organizations in attendance will include Read for L.I.F.E., Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, the University of Findlay Mazza Museum, Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE) and GED programs, Owens Findlay-area Campus Library, Owens Literacy Committee and a local literacy coalition, among other groups.

A Scholastic Book Sale will also take place on the College’s Findlay-area Campus in conjunction with the Literacy Fair from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Atrium on Tuesday, March 20. A wide selection of new children’s books will be available for purchase with the proceeds benefiting the Hope House, the Owens Findlay-area Campus Early Learning Center and the Owens Findlay-area Campus Library. The Scholastic Book Sale will also occur from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 21.

For more information about the Literacy Fair, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College Students Lend Helping Hand to High School Students With Second Annual Prom Dress Drive, March 5-31

Posted on March 1st, 2012

The Prom Dress Drive is being coordinated by the College’s Raising Awareness Club. Beginning Monday, March 5, Owens students will accept various gently used prom-specific items, including dresses, shoes, purses, gloves and jewelry, among other prom accessories. The donation drive will run through March 31.

“Last year’s Prom Dress Drive was a huge success as the Raising Awareness Club was able to assist many high school students in making their prom a special experience,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant and Raising Awareness Club Advisor. “We really want to make sure the prom is a memorable day for high school students this year and are encouraging the local communities to give back by donating to the Prom Dress Drive.”

Following the Prom Dress Drive initiative, the Raising Awareness Club will host the Prom Dress Extravaganza for high school students and their families on Saturday, April 14. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase prom dresses and accessories for minimal cost ranging from $5-20 for dresses and 50 cents to $5 for accessories. Shopping mentors will be on hand to assist individuals in their shopping experience. Additionally, Owens students will provide prom dress alterations free of charge during the event. Owens’ Prom Dress Extravaganza will take place from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center.

All prom donations can be dropped off in the Office of Student Activities Room 165 at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

For more information, or to make a donation, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus to Host Northwest Ohio’s Largest College Preview Night, March 7

Posted on February 23rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – More than 100 public and private colleges and universities from Ohio and the surrounding states will visit the Toledo area as Owens Community College serves as host to Northwest Ohio’s largest College Preview Night on Wednesday, March 7.

Established in 1987, the event will occur from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the counseling staffs of 21 local high schools and Owens. College tables will be set up in Owens’ Student Health and Activities Center and presentations will be held in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts and the Audio/Visual Classroom Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to College Preview Night is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Informational sessions will also occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, online financial aid resources, planning for college, preparing for the ACT test, preparing to transfer from one academic institution to another and admission to military academies and the ROTC.

For more information about College Preview Night, call (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Greater Hancock County College Night, March 5

Posted on February 22nd, 2012

Informational sessions will occur throughout the evening. Attendees can hear presentations on financial aid, planning for college, preparing for the ACT test and career trends of the future.

For more information on Greater Hancock County College Night, contact the Owens Findlay-area Campus at (567) 429-3656 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3656.

Owens Community College to Host FFA District I Tractor Troubleshooting Competition, Feb. 24

Posted on February 17th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area high school students will put their knowledge of tractors to the test as they compete in the 19th annual FFA District I Agricultural and Industrial Diagnostics Contest at Owens Community College on Friday, Feb. 24.

The contest will occur from 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the College’s Transportation Technologies Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

High schools, which scored the highest on the written examination within the region were invited to participate in hands-on portion of the competition. Participants include Elmwood H.S., Genoa H.S., Penta Career Center, Bowling Green H.S., Four County Career Center, Ayersville H.S., Eastwood H.S., Woodmore H.S., Delta H.S., Otsego H.S. and Pettisville H.S.

Local businesses donating tractors for the competition are Streacker Tractor Sales, Crosby Equipment, Eagle Machinery Inc., Caterpillar Inc., John Deere and Owens Community College.

Owens’ Diesel Technology program offers students the opportunity to pursue either an associate degree or a certificate while preparing them for careers in operations, maintenance, service, testing, diagnosis and development of truck and heavy equipment. Students interested in a career as a professional agricultural equipment service technician can pursue an associate degree through the College’s John Deere Agricultural Technician program. Owens is one of 25 academic institutions in North America, and the only school in Ohio, to offer the John Deere Agricultural Technician program.

Owens Community College to Assist Local Residents With Children’s Clothing Swap Outreach Event, Feb. 21

Posted on February 14th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students are reaching out to those individuals in the surrounding communities with a limited clothing budget by hosting a children’s clothing swap event titled “Swap-It-Up” on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

The clothing swap is being presented by the College’s Student Activities Office and will take place from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The daylong event is free and open to the public.

“Owens Community College is proud to once again serve as host to an event that benefits individuals in our communities who have a limited clothing budget,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “I encourage individuals to donate their unnecessary clothes, while at the same time look for those hard-to-find items.”

Attendees are encouraged to bring gently used, folded clothing of all sizes for children to the community outreach event. Items being accepted as part of the “Swap-It-Up” initiative are pants, dresses, shoes, skirts, jackets, coats, pajamas, hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, short sleeve shirts, long sleeve shirts and sweaters, among other items.

Any items not claimed during the clothing swap event will be donated to Owens’ Learning Center at The Source and Cherry Street Mission Ministries.

For more information about the clothing swap event, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

Owens’ Community Terrace View Café Announces Spring Semester Menu, Feb. 28 – April 19

Posted on February 13th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts programs announce spring menu selections in the community Terrace View Café.

The student-run Terrace View Café is open to the public during the academic year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality Department, is located in College Hall Room 148 on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View Café will be open to area residents for lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. and take out meals will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is $8.50 and reservations are required.

The Terrace View Café will be available to guests starting Tuesday, Feb. 28 with country captain chicken as the entrée. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection Tuesdays, while Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Spring Semester dates and entrée listings include March 1 (grilled fish with passion fruit-ginger sauce or grilled pork and pineapple curry), March 13 (blackened redfish), March 15 (pork shashlyk or lamb chop with balsamic vinegar), March 22 (braised rabbit with mash or braised beef tongue), March 27 (chicken with Brunswick stew), March 29 (Mediterranean squash stuffed with rice, ground beef and lamb), April 3 (seared breast of chicken with pinot noir demi glace), April 12 (lamb shanks with garlic or smoked duck breast on Waldorf salad), April 17 (paneed tilapia with tropical “seashell” salad) and April 19 (tapas international cuisine). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose either a lacto-ovo vegetarian entrée or a Terrace chicken burger with the planned side dishes if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Bakery items also will be available for purchase during the luncheons.

Owens Community College Presents Free ‘Bullied’ Documentary Film Screening, Feb. 9

Posted on February 6th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to explore the significance of bullying and its impact on victims as Owens Community College presents a free screening and discussion of the documentary film “Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case That Made History” on Thursday, Feb. 9.

The film will be shown at 2 p.m. in the College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Produced by the Southern Poverty Law Center’s Teaching Tolerance Project, the documentary film “Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case That Made History” chronicles the story of Jamie Nabozny and his ordeal of suffering relentless verbal and physical abuse at the hands of his classmates in Ashland, Wis. The incident later resulted in a federal lawsuit against his school district. The suit led to a landmark federal court decision stating that school officials could be held accountable for not stopping the harassment and abuse of gay students.

The 40-minute film is intended to provide an inspiring message of hope to those fighting harassment in today’s ever-changing society. “Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case That Made History” is endorsed by the National Education Association and was created to help administrators, teachers and counselors in promoting a safer school environment for all students. The underlying message also focuses on helping all students understand the terrible toll bullying can take on its victims, and to encourage students to stand up for their classmates who are being harassed.

In addition, an open discussion will take place at the documentary film’s conclusion. The film is being presented by College’s offices of Service Learning and Student Activities and the departments of Social and Behavioral Sciences and Teacher Education and Human Services, as well as Equality Ohio.

For more information about the film screening, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Findlay-area and Toledo-area Campuses Present A Conversation with Holocaust Survivor Irving Roth, Feb. 14

Posted on February 3rd, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in receiving a firsthand account of the horrors of the Holocaust and anti-Semitism are invited to a free lecture featuring Holocaust Resource Temple of Judea of Manhasset Director and Holocaust survivor Irving Roth at Owens Community College’s Findlay-area and Toledo-area Campuses on Tuesday, Feb. 14.

Presented by the College’s Office of Student Activities and the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Roth’s lecture presentation will occur at 11 a.m. in the Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. A second lecture event will take place at 2 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay, while the Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to both events is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Roth was born in Kosice, Czechoslovakia on Sept. 2, 1929 and arrived in New York City in 1947 via Auschwitz and Buchenwald concentration camps in Germany. The memories of his experience in the concentration camps has never faded as he devotes his time and efforts to educating people on the horrors of the Holocaust and the evils of prejudice and anti-Semitism.

Roth currently serves as the Director of the Holocaust Resource Temple of Judea of Manhasset (Manhasset, N.Y.) and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Maine. He is a recognized speaker on anti-Semitism and the Holocaust and is a frequent lecturer at colleges and universities in the United States, Canada and Europe. As a Holocaust survivor, Roth provides personal testimony on his experiences during World War II.

His honors include receiving the Spirit of Anne Frank Outstanding Citizen Award from The Anne Frank Center USA for promoting human rights, social justice and initiating the Adopt a Survivor Program, which has been instituted nationally and internationally in public and parochial high schools as well as in colleges and universities. Additionally, Roth has presented at such international conferences as the Yad Vashem in Jerusalem.

Roth edited and coordinated the publishing of the book titled “Adopt a Survivor – An Antidote to Holocaust Amnesia”. He and his son, Rabbi Dr. Edward Roth, co-authored and published “Bondi’s Brother”, a book about Roth’s experiences before, during and after the Holocaust. They also published a “Holocaust Study Guide for Social Studies and Language Arts Teachers”, which encompasses a complete curriculum on the Holocaust and is taught in conjunction with “Bondi’s Brother” in elementary, middle and high schools as well as in colleges and universities. Roth obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn.

For additional information about the lecture presentations, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Toledo-area and Findlay-area Campuses to Host Free College Goal Sunday Financial Aid Events, Feb. 12

Posted on January 31st, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents interested in acquiring additional information about financial aid are encouraged to participate in a free workshop where financial aid representatives from colleges and universities throughout Northwest Ohio will provide insight on securing federal and state assistance to any academic institution of higher learning. The program, known as College Goal Sunday, will be held at the Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses on Sunday, Feb. 12.

Presented by the Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA), the state-sponsored event will focus on helping students complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application as well as answer financial aid specific questions. College Goal Sunday begins at 2 p.m. in the Audio/Visual Classroom Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township and in the Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay. Families should register prior to the event by accessing the College Goal Sunday website at www.ohiocollegegoalsunday.org.

“One of the biggest roadblocks students encounter when exploring their eligibility for financial aid is the financial aid form itself,” said Betsy Johnson, Owens Dean of Student Enrollment. “Owens Community College and fellow academic institutions are inviting students and their parents to spend an afternoon going through the application process step-by-step with a financial aid representative during College Goal Sunday.”

Owens and other colleges and universities currently participate in several need-based federal and state funded grant programs, work study opportunities, and loans, which all require applicants to file a FAFSA form to determine financial need. Additionally, numerous scholarships are available at the various academic institutions.

Specific programs accessible to Owens students include the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, the Owens Community College Grant, the Federal Direct Stafford Loan, the Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan and Federal Work Study, among others.

For more information, contact (567) 661-7378 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7378.

Owens Community College Students to Host Community Arts and Crafts Show, Feb. 2

Posted on January 26th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents are invited to spend their afternoon shopping at Owens Community College for those hard-to-find items as the Student Activities Office serves as host to the Student Arts and Crafts Show on Thursday, Feb. 2.

The Student Arts and Crafts Show, which is free and open to the public, will occur from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Student Activities Office is excited to provide a venue in which students can showcase their talents,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “All items available for purchase are homemade and presented by students. You never know when you might find a one-of-a-kind item for that special family member, friend or loved one.”

More than 15 student vendors will be on hand selling various arts and crafts. Items available for purchase will include wristbands, jewelry, paintings and accessories, among others.

For more information about the Student Arts and Crafts Show, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Presents ‘Jewish History and Anti-Semitism’ Lecture, Feb. 2

Posted on January 25th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents interested in gaining insight into “Jewish History and Anti-Semitism” are invited to attend a free lecture presentation by Rabbi Alan Mayor Sokobin at the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus on Thursday, Feb. 2.

Presented by the Office of Student Activities, Sokobin’s lecture and open dialogue will occur from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Sokobin served as a congregational rabbi for 40 years. Following his retirement from The Temple, Congregation Shomer Emunim of Sylvania, Sokobin enrolled at the University of Toledo College of Law and received his degree in 1996. He currently serves as a Lecturer of Law at the University of Toledo.

Additionally, Sokobin was Jewish Chautauqua Society Associate Professor of History at the University of Toledo. He has authored articles in “The Jewish Spectator”, “The Journal of Reform Judaism”, “International Social Science Review” and the “International Journal of World Peace”. Sokobin has been appointed to many national boards and commissions, including the Commission of Social Action of American Reform Judaism, the Board of Trustees of the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion and the Rabbinic Cabinet of the United Jewish Appeal. For eight years, Sokobin directed the summer program in Israel for the National Federation of Temple Youth.

Sokobin will provide attendees with a historical perspective of the Jewish religion as well as an in-depth analysis of anti-Semitism. The presentation will conclude with an open dialogue session with those in attendance.

For additional information about the lecture presentation, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College to Host Student Harvest Food Pantries Open Houses, Jan. 31 and Feb. 2

Posted on January 24th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College will offer area residents the opportunity to view and learn more about the academic institution’s new Owens Harvest Food Pantries initiative on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses as part of open house events, Jan. 31 and Feb. 2.

The first of two Owens Harvest Food Pantries open houses will occur on Tuesday, Jan. 31 in Heritage Hall Room 109 on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township, while the second open house will take place on Thursday, Feb. 2 in the Maintenance/Department of Public Safety Building Room 106 on the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay. Both events will occur from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and are free and open to the public.

Owens, with the support of the Toledo Seagate Food Bank, recently announced plans for the academic institution’s first Owens Harvest Food Pantries on the College’s Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. The new Owens Harvest Food Pantries are designed to provide students with free non-perishable food resources as well as various service learning opportunities.

“Owens Community College is excited to unveil the new Owens Harvest Food Pantries outreach program to the surrounding communities,” said Krista Kiessling, Owens Coordinator of the Harvest Project. “The initiative is intended to assist our students in need while also offering service and volunteer opportunities for those individuals who want to give back and help their fellow students.”

Kiessling added, “The harvest food pantries also provide an outlet for community members to give back to those individuals in need through donation efforts. Both locations will continuously be accepting non-perishable food donations.”

In addition to providing donations to the students, Owens’ Harvest Food Pantries are designed to build upon the College’s culture of philanthropy and service on the campuses by creating new collaborative learning opportunities for students in various academic departments and disciplines. Potential opportunities include the business management and marketing of the new pantries, the establishment of a nutritional program for students and the exploration of the sociological impact of poverty and hunger on certain cultural groups.

Both Owens Harvest Food Pantries will be open to all Owens students on Tuesdays (Owens Harvest Food Pantry on Toledo-area Campus) and on Thursdays (Owens Harvest Food Pantry on Findlay-area Campus) starting in February. Students will need to show a valid Owens identification to utilize the services.

The two Owens Harvest Food Pantries will feature a healthy nutritional balance of non-perishable food items such as proteins, starches, fruits and vegetables. Both locations also plan to expand services in the near future to include a career closet of professional clothing and a hygiene pantry.

For those individuals and/or community organizations interested in donating to the new Owens Harvest Food Pantry initiative, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Community College Students to Host Chili Cook-Off Fundraising Event, Jan. 31

Posted on January 23rd, 2012

The Chili Cook-Off will occur from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Attendees will receive a tasting kit to sample the assortment of chili selections. The Chili Cook-Off is open to the campus community as well as the general public. The College’s Office of Student Activities is encouraging individuals to donate $3 per person, which will benefit Riders Unlimited in Oak Harbor.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample an assortment of chili from various Owens student teams and then vote for their favorite edible delight. The team who receives the most votes will become the Chili Cook-Off people’s choice winner and the chili will be sold at the College’s Fireside and Jaguar grills as part of a collaborative effort between the Office of Student Activities and AVI Foodsystems.

Proceeds raised from the Chili Cook-Off will benefit Riders Unlimited, which offers equine assisted activities and therapies to individuals with physical, mental, emotional and psychological disabilities. The organization utilizes the natural movement, personalities and behaviors of selected horses to provide many therapeutic benefits.

For more information about the event, call (567) 661-2569 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2569.

Owens Dental Program Offers Free Dental Services for Children During Give Kids A Smile Day, Feb. 3

Posted on January 18th, 2012

Additionally, Toledo Dental Society dentists and Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary will provide restorative treatments such as fillings and extractions for patients on Feb. 17.

Owens Community College to Host First-Ever Charity Week Community Outreach Events, Jan. 23-26

Posted on January 17th, 2012

Coordinated by the College’s Student Activities Office, the various activities will occur daily from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

Each day, participants will have the opportunity to engage in several hands-on activities, which will include sewing pillowcases into bright, colorful dresses for Haitian children and creating knot fleece blankets for the Oglala Sioux Tribe in Pine Ridge, S.D. Attendees can also put their decorative and writing skills to the test by making inspirational cards for residents of nursing homes throughout Northwest Ohio.

Additionally, Owens’ Department of Fine and Performing Arts is partnering with the College’s Student Activities Office on Charity Week community outreach as participants will be using the Costume Shop to create the pillowcase dresses. Activities will include cutting open the seam end of the pillowcase, adding elastic to the top portion of the pillowcase and sewing armholes for the dresses.

The Toledo School for the Arts is also collaborating with Owens on the Haitian outreach initiative by creating their own pillowcase dresses as part of a class project. All completed pillowcase dresses from both projects will be on display at a Toledo School for the Arts performance event at Owens later this year.

In addition to the hands-on Charity Week activities, community members can assist by donating gently-used pillow cases and blankets and thread, rick rack and elastic. Individuals can drop off their donations in Student Health and Activities Center Room 165 throughout the week.

Owens Community College Students to Host Community Blood Drive, Jan. 17

Posted on January 12th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

The Blood Drive will occur from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The Blood Drive will be staffed by Owens surgical technology and sterile processing student classes.

The American Red Cross Western Lake Erie Region, which comprises Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, needs to collect approximately 85,000 pints of blood each day to serve patients in 23 area hospitals.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, contact the College’s School of Health Sciences at (567) 661-7206 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7206. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.givelife.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCPERRYSBURG or calling the above number.

Owens Community College to Host Community Volunteer Action Fair, Jan. 19

Posted on January 12th, 2012

The Community Volunteer Action Fair will take place from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local community outreach representatives and ask them questions about volunteer opportunities available through their organizations.

Area organizations in attendance will include Serenity Farm, the Padua Center, Odyssey Hospice, YWCA Hope Shelter, Cherry Street Mission Ministries, Toledo Seagate Food Bank, Sunshine of Northwest Ohio, Wood County Habitat for Humanity, Nature’s Nursery, Camp Courageous, Wood County Park District and Adelante Latino Resource Center, among many others.

For more information about the Community Volunteer Action Fair, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Community Blood Drive, Jan. 11

Posted on January 10th, 2012

The Blood Drive will occur from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. in Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Roadin Findlay.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, call 1-800-828-1975. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.redcrossblood.org ( http://www.redcrossblood.org/ )and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCFINDLAY or calling the above number.

Owens Findlay-area Campus to Host Second Annual Community Volunteer Fair, Jan. 17

Posted on January 6th, 2012

FINDLAY, Ohio – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many available opportunities to give back to their local communities throughout Northwest Ohio as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus serves as host to its second annual Community Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

The Community Volunteer Fair is being presented in conjunction with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and will take place from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local community outreach representatives and ask them questions about volunteer opportunities available through their organizations.

Area organizations in attendance will include the American Red Cross, Children’s Mentoring Connection of Hancock County, Open Arms Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Services, Read of L.I.F.E., Serenity Farm, Special Kids Therapy, Wood County Park District, Findlay Family YMCA, Habitat for Humanity, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Owens Community College Service Learning, Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board of Hancock County and Blanchard Valley Center, among many others.

The event is being coordinated by the Office of Student Activities. For more information about the Community Volunteer Fair, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

Owens Community College Closed for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, Jan. 16

Posted on January 6th, 2012

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, as well as the Arrowhead Park Learning Center in Maumee and the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo, will be closed on Monday, Jan. 16 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. There will be no classes and the College offices will be closed for business.

Classes will resume and administrative offices will be open again on Tuesday, Jan. 17.

Owens Community College Closed During Holiday Season

Posted on December 12th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses, as well as the Arrowhead Park Learning Center in Maumee and the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo, will be closed Friday through Sunday, Dec. 23 – Jan. 1, for the holiday season. Administrative offices will open again on Monday, Jan. 2.

Spring Semester classes begin on Monday, Jan. 9.

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 and Perrysburg Township Fire to Present Holiday Safety Demonstration, Dec. 7

Posted on December 2nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College’s Center for Emergency Preparedness and the Perrysburg Township Fire Department are advocating about the importance of safety during the holiday season by providing an interactive Holiday Safety Demonstration for members of the media on Wednesday, Dec. 7.

Beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Center for Emergency Preparedness’ five-story computer controlled fire training tower, Owens and Perrysburg Township Fire representatives will simulate a realistic scenario in which a Christmas tree, along with wrapped presents and living room furniture, catch on fire as a result of careless handling. Additionally, officials will share insight into the importance of smoke detectors and proper Christmas tree and electrical maintenance, among other holiday safety precaution information.

The Center for Emergency Preparedness is the premier all-hazards national training facility located at Owens. 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.

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.

490 Owens Community College Students to Graduate During Fall Commencement, Dec. 9

Posted on December 2nd, 2011

Dr. Larry McDougle

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Four hundred ninety candidates for graduation, including 97 from the Findlay-area Campus, will receive their degrees during the 31st annual Owens Community College Fall Commencement on Friday, Dec. 9. The commencement will begin at 7 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the College’s Toledo-area Campus.

Retired President of Owens Community College Dr. Larry McDougle will serve as the keynote speaker for the College’s Fall Commencement. Owens’ commencement ceremony is free and open to the public.

McDougle has amassed more than 40 years of experience as a faculty member and administrator in higher education, including serving as the fifth President in the 46-year history of Owens Community College.

During his tenure, McDougle worked tirelessly to reach out and engage faculty, staff members and students, as well as community and educational partners, with the purpose of advancing higher education for area residents throughout Northwest Ohio and beyond. Under his leadership, a scholarship program was designed for graduating high school students achieving academic excellence, and the College expanded educational opportunities with a Learning Center at Arrowhead Park in Maumee, as well as opened the doors to newly renovated Founders Hall and Heritage Hall buildings at the former Penta Career Center. Additionally, Owens opened a newly refurbished Welding Design Center, which features the latest in technological and academic resources specific to welding for several degree and certificate programs. On the Findlay-area Campus, a new wind turbine and solar array were unveiled as part of the College’s energy strategic plan of reducing overall energy costs by more than 20 percent.

McDougle’s 40 years in higher education span four states, including Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and South Carolina. He was named the fourth President of Northwest State Community College in 1991 and retired as President Emeritus in 2003. Since his retirement, he had been a part-time faculty member in the University of Toledo Higher Education program, which is designed to prepare students for positions as college administrators. His professional background also includes serving as a tenured Professor at Indiana University, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and the University of Toledo.

McDougle has received many honors including an Honorary Doctorate of Educational Leadership in 1998 and the Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2009, both from the University of Findlay. In 1996, he received the Philip J. Rusche Distinguished Service Award from the University of Toledo College of Education and Allied Professions. Two years later, he was awarded the John C. Hoyt Outstanding Employment and Training Leadership Award from the Toledo Area Private Industry Council.

He earned a doctorate in higher education from the University of Toledo. The Napoleon resident holds a master’s degree in physics from Kent State University and a bachelor’s degree in math-physics from the University of Findlay.

Terri Leary

Terri Leary, a business management student, has been selected as the Owens class representative and will address the graduates during the Fall Commencement ceremony.

The Pemberville resident began her academic career at Owens with two online courses in January 2010. While she was enrolled in those courses, Leary lost her job as a compliance manager in which she helped seniors find affordable housing.

The 44-year-old did not lose sight of her passion of wanting to help others and chose to enroll as a full-time student at Owens with the goal of eventually working in a business setting that is committed to impacting the lives of others. Her hard work and dedication to her college education is evident in that this past semester alone she completed 24 credit hours of academic coursework. The 1985 Rogers High School graduate holds a 3.89 grade point average and also received the first-ever Owens Board of Trustees Certificate of Recognition for Exemplary Academic Achievement award.

In addition, Leary was one of 12 national finalists in the National Economics Insider Symposium and only one of two students honored from community colleges. She had the opportunity to present on improving the economy through providing prescriptions for senior citizens at the conference in Washington D.C. in front of a prestigious panel that included an Economics Nobel Prize Winner. Leary is also one of the national Jack Kent Cook Scholarship finalists, an honor reserved for students whohave a breadth of interests, work hard and demonstrate a strong will to succeed.

“I was overwhelmed by the support I received at Owens from the faculty. When I was preparing for the Economics Symposium, I received help from faculty who had never even been my instructors,” said Leary. “The Owens faculty and staff really care about student success and are willing to go above and beyond to help students.”

An Honors Scholar, Leary credits her success to the support of the faculty and staff at Owens, including Jeremy Baker, Dr. Russ Bodi, Dr. Catherine Pratt and Dr. Laurie Fathe. The support of her family was also a critical part of her success, including her husband, Ken and their children, Katie, Michael, Tiffany, Savannah and Matthew.

After graduation, she plans on transferring to a four-year institution to continue working toward her bachelor’s degree and then her master’s degree within the area of business or human resources.

Toledo Public Schools Sherman Elementary Sixth Grade Students to Explore Owens Through College Coach Program, Dec. 2

Posted on November 30th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Over 60 sixth grade students from Toledo Public Schools Sherman Elementary along with family members and teachers will have the opportunity to experience a taste of college life for the first time as Owens Community College serves as host to a College Exploration Day as part of the College Coach Program on Friday, Dec. 2.

The College Exploration Day will begin at 10 a.m. with welcoming remarks by Owens representatives in College Hall Room 100. Following welcoming remarks, Sherman Elementary sixth grade students will be divided into two groups have the chance to experience what college life is like and become familiar with a college campus setting by exploring the Transportation Technologies Center laboratories (10:30-10:55 a.m. and 11-11:25 a.m.), the Department of Science’s greenhouse (11-11:20 a.m. and 11:30-11:55 a.m.) and the Department of Allied Health’s exercise science laboratory (10:30-10:50 a.m. and 11:30-11:55 a.m.) in Alumni Hall from 10:30-11:55 a.m. Lunch will conclude the students’ college experience in the College Hall Fireside Grill from 12-1 p.m. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The College Coach Program is designed to help in enhancing educational success by providing students with family designated coaches who will work with the youth from fifth grade through their sophomore year of college. The participating students are identified by Toledo Public Schools administration in conjunction with the Toledo Federation of Teachers leadership. Among the College Coach Program services are educational workshops for coaches, skill development sessions for students and college and university awareness visitation events.

The College Coach Program is available to Toledo Public Schools through community partnerships with Partners In Education, Lucas County Job and Family Services, Toledo Community Foundation, Toledo Public Schools, Toledo Federation of Teachers and the Lucas County Board of County Commissioners. Area colleges and universities participating in the educational initiative are Owens Community College, the University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, Lourdes University and Mercy College of Northwest Ohio.

Owens Community College to Host Clothesline Project Public Display, Nov. 29

Posted on November 22nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College students are raising society’s awareness of violent crimes against women by serving as host to a Clothesline Project display on Tuesday, Nov. 29. The public is encouraged to join the campus community and participate in the educational awareness program.

The Clothesline Project display will be available for public display from 3:30-8 p.m. in College Hall Room 100 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The community outreach program at Owens is being presented in collaboration with Behavioral Connections of Wood County and Owens Student Government. Currently, there are over 500 shirts in the local collection. The overall educational awareness initiative is coordinated by Owens student Morgan Eisch of Perrysburg as part of a community activism project in her service learning capstone class.

“Violence against women is one of those topics that many individuals do not feel comfortable talking about,” explained Eisch, a psychology concentration major at Owens. “These violent crimes are happening in our communities and the Clothesline Project brings these violent acts to life in the form of over 500 shirts.”

The Clothesline Project is a visual display that bears witness to violence against women. As part of the public display, a clothesline is hung with shirts of different colors, each representing individuals victimized by a violent crime. Survivors, family members and friends of women victims of violence design shirts to represent a particular woman’s experience or as a tribute to the women they loved who died as a result of an act of violence. Crimes of homicide, rape/sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, incest/child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, battering/assault and attack due to an individual’s sexual orientation are represented within the Clothesline Project.

Designed to educate and raise society’s awareness of the extent of violent crime, the national Clothesline Project display was founded in Hyannis, Mass., in 1990. Locally, the Clothesline Project in Wood County began in 1995 and is committed to helping survivors of a violent act with the healing process, educating the public on violence against women and providing concrete suggestions of how individuals can work to prevent violence.

Behavioral Connections of Wood County is a comprehensive behavioral health care agency providing treatment for mental health and substance abuse concern for residents of Wood County and the surrounding area.

For more information about the public display, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

Owens Community College Announces New Student Success Registration Days, Nov. 29 – Dec. 1

Posted on November 17th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College is expanding its student services efforts to ensure that current and new students are successful in their academic course planning and registration for upcoming Spring Semester classes by announcing the creation of new Student Success Registration Days, Nov. 29 – Dec. 1.

“Student Success Registration Days are intended to assist students through the process of academic planning and course selection for the Spring Semester, which begins Jan. 9,” said Jen Hazel, Owens Interim Executive Director of Advising. “Owens Community College is committed to providing students with the academic resources to succeed in their educational and career pursuits. However, it is extremely important that they do not wait until the last minute to select their academic courses. We want students to excel from the first moment that they enter the classroom and that their full and undivided attention is on learning and not other distractions.”

Owens representatives from the Academic Advising, Oserve and Career Services offices will be available at multiple Owens locations to assist students in selecting their Spring Semester academic courses, as well as to help answer questions about career and academic planning, financial aid, tuition and fees, and academic programs, among other topics.

Student Success Registration Days will occur from 3:30-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 29 in the Student Health and Activities Center and the College Hall Atrium on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township; from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30 in the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo; from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30 in the Atrium on the Findlay-area Campus in Findlay, and from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1 in the Student Health and Activities Center and the College Hall Atrium on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Free food and refreshments will be available and Owens representatives will be awarding a variety of prizes throughout the registration days, including Owens t-shirts, water bottles, coffee mugs and pennants, among other items. Additionally, all students completing the academic course registration process during the Student Success Registration Days will be entered into a grand prize drawing for three free credit hours of academic coursework. The winner will be announced Dec. 22.

Spring Semester classes begin Jan. 9. For more information about Student Success Registration Days, or to register for Spring Semester classes, call (567) 661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7777.

Owens Findlay-area Campus Nursing Students Reach Out to Area Hospital Children With Toy Drive, Nov. 21 – Dec. 12

Posted on November 15th, 2011

FINDLAY, Ohio – The Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is once again working to spread holiday cheer throughout the surrounding communities by hosting its seventh annual Toy Drive benefiting children staying in local hospitals. The organization is currently accepting donations of toys, Nov. 21 – Dec. 12.

“The Owens Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association is proud to once again help children take their mind off being in the hospital during the holiday season by coordinating our annual toy drive,” said Heather Franks of Findlay, Owens registered nursing student and Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Association Vice President. “A simple gift of a toy can go a long way in brightening a child’s day. Our organization encourages everyone to help in making a child’s day a little brighter by donating a toy.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay, at collection points in the Nursing Lab or the Atrium area. On Dec. 13, the Student Nursing Association will wrap the donated toys and distribute them as gifts to children in the Blanchard Valley Health System, Wood County Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, Lima Memorial Health System, Fremont Memorial Hospital and Fostoria Community Hospital. Over 455 toys were donated to area hospital children the last six years.

For more information on the Owens Student Nursing Association Toy Drive, call (567) 429-3518 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3518.

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 Closed Thanksgiving Weekend

Posted on November 15th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses,as well as the Arrowhead Park Learning Center in Maumee and the Learning Center at The Source in downtown Toledo, will be closed Wednesday through Sunday, Nov. 23-27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no classes and the College will be closed.

Additionally, there will be no classes on Tuesday, Nov. 22. However, administrative offices will be open throughout the day.

Classes will resume and administrative offices will open again on Monday, Nov. 28.

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 Veterans Club to Help Less Fortunate Children With Toy Drive, Nov. 9-30

Posted on November 7th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Veterans Club is looking to spread holiday to those less fortunate children by collaborating with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and hosting its first-ever Toy Drive, Nov. 9-30.

Beginning Wednesday, Nov. 9, the Veterans Club will accept new and unwrapped toys as part of a collaborative effort with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. The donation drive will run through Nov. 30. All collected donations will then be delivered to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve for distribution to needy children in the surrounding communities.

“All children should experience the joys of the holiday season,” said Vickie Adams, Owens Director of Veterans Services. “Owens Community College’s Veterans Club wants to help in spreading cheer to less fortunate children throughout Northwest Ohio by hosting its first toy drive. I encourage local residents to give back and brighten a child’s holiday season with a toy donation.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Toledo-area Campus, which is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, at collection points in the College Hall Room 130 reception area, the Student Health and Activities Center and the Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

Owens’ Office of Veterans Services is dedicated to assisting veterans, active service persons, reservists and eligible dependents in their pursuit of a college education. To date, 318 individuals are involved in Owens’ veterans services programs. The College recently earned the distinction of being designated as a Military Friendly School by “G.I. Jobs”, a nationally-recognized magazine for military personnel transitioning into civilian life. The 2012 Military Friendly Schools listing honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools for exemplary efforts in embracing America’s military service members and veterans as students.

For more information about the toy drive, call (567) 661-8387 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 8387.

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 Findlay-area Campus to Host Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale, Nov. 14

Posted on November 4th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to begin their holiday shopping a little early as Owens Community College’s Oh! Art student club serves as host to a Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale on Monday, Nov. 14.

The Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale, which is free and open to the public, will occur from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the College’s Conference Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

“Owens Community College’s Oh! Art student club is excited to host an event, which provides students and employees with the opportunity to showcase their many creative talents,” said Erika Clark, Owens Adjunct Instructor of Fine and Performing Arts and Oh! Art Advisor. “The holiday season is upon us and I invite area residents to take a shopping trip to the upcoming Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale on the Owens Findlay-area Campus.”

Owens students and employees will be on hand selling various homemade arts and crafts. Items available for purchase will include jewelry, paintings, headbands, photography, holiday cards and ornaments, sand art and tie-dye clothing, among others.

For more information about the upcoming Holiday Arts and Crafts Sale, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

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 Students to Make Pillowcase Dresses for Haitian Children, Nov. 8

Posted on November 2nd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to help make a difference in lives of Haitian children by participating in a Haiti Pillowcase Dress Sewing Day on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

Coordinated by the College’s Student Activities Office, the community outreach event will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“There are many people in Haiti who are struggling and without such basic necessities as food and clothes,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “The Haiti Pillowcase Dress Sewing Day is intended to help put smiles on many Haitian children’s faces by providing them with bright, colorful dresses.”

During the event, participants will have the opportunity to use their sewing skills and participate in several hands-on activities, which will include cutting open the seam end of the pillowcase, adding elastic to the top portion of the pillowcase and sewing armholes for the dresses.

Lance added, “We are also encouraging individuals to donate pillowcases prior to or during the event. Our goal is to make as many dresses as possible.”

All completed dresses will be delivered to Missions International of America in Perrysburg for future distribution to children in Haiti. Individuals can drop off their donated pillow cases on the Toledo-area Campus at the Student Health and Activities Center Room 165.

For more information about the upcoming Haiti Pillowcase Dress Sewing Day, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

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 ‘The Giving Tree’ Community Outreach Program, Nov. 1-18

Posted on October 28th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Office of Students of Activities is providing opportunities for area residents to make a difference in their surrounding Northwest Ohio communities by announcing the establishment of “The Giving Tree” community outreach program. During the month of November, individuals will have the chance to give back to others through acts of kindness as determined by messages on designated leaves of “The Giving Tree”.

Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 1, participants will have the first opportunity to choose a leaf on “The Giving Tree” for their community outreach assignment. Trees will be located in Founders Hall, the College Hall Atrium and the Student Health and Activities Center on the College’s Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s Office of Student Activities wanted to provide an outlet that connects the community to volunteer opportunities and ‘The Giving Tree’ outreach program accomplishes that goal,”said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant.“Participants will be able to go up to the tree and choose from one of three colored leaves. Red leaves will be the highest level of giving, orange leaves will be the second highest and yellow leaves will be the lowest level, which will primarily have no cost. Each leaf will have a volunteer task, which ranges from opening the door for someone to donating a toy item for Toys for Tots.”

Lance added, “All community outreach tasks are asked to be dropped off at the Student Activities Office Room 165 in the Student Health and Activities Center by November 18. At that time, all completed projects will be delivered to their respective community organizations. I encourage local residents to make a difference through small acts of kindness and participate in ‘The Giving Tree’ program.”

Among the organizations participating in “The Giving Tree” community outreach program are the Aurora House, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Ohio, Toledo Area Humane Society, Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank, Toys for Tots, Beach House Family Shelter, Cherry Street Mission Ministries, The Cocoon Shelter, Missions International of America, the United States military in Afghanistan, Operation Christmas Cards and several local libraries.

For more information about the community outreach program, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

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 Findlay-area Campus Lends Helping Hand to Needy Local Residents With Collection Drive, Oct. 31 – Nov. 14

Posted on October 26th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – The Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Student Nursing Association and the Child Care Center are reaching out to area residents in need of help by partnering with Findlay’s Chopin Hall and hosting a collection drive, Oct. 31 – Nov. 14.

Beginning Monday, Oct. 31, the Findlay-area Campus will accept a variety of new and gently used winter jackets or coats, as well as such items as laundry soap, toilet paper, paper towels and shampoo, among other donations. The donation drive will run through Nov. 14. All collected donations will then be delivered to Findlay’s Chopin Hall and given to needy families as part of the organization’s outreach efforts.

“There many people throughout the surrounding region who are in need of assistance, whether the help comes in the form of a coat or basic supplies around the home,” said James Katzner, Owens Manager of Student Activities and Conduct on the Findlay-area Campus. “Owens Community College’s Findlay-area Campus is proud to help Chopin Hall in their efforts to impact the lives of others in a positive way.”

Donations can be dropped off on the College’s Findlay-area Campus, which is located on Bright Road in Findlay, at collection points in the Library, the Child Care Center, the Nursing Laboratory or the Atrium area.

Findlay’s Choppin Hall was established in April 1984 by 12 Hancock County churches with the goal of assisting the needy with food, clothing and other emergencies. Since then, the organization is now staffed by over 120 community volunteers and provides services to thousands of individuals annually.

For more information on the Owens Findlay-area Campus clothing drive, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

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 to Host Free Veterans Day Events, Nov. 9 and 11

Posted on October 26th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College will honor American service men and women for their commitment and sacrifice by hosting a series of free Veterans Day community activities, Nov. 9 and 11.

Veterans Day events will occur on both the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses. Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay. The activities are free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Beginning at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 9, Owens Office of Veterans Services will present the inaugural Veterans Expo in College Hall Room 100 on the Toledo-area Campus. Vietnam War veteran and author of “The Ghost Closet: Return to Vietnam on the Wings of D.O.V.E.” Tom Treece will serve as the event’s keynote speaker and provide attendees with insight into the D.O.V.E. (Development of Vietnam Endeavors) initiative, a non-profit organization comprised of Vietnam War veterans, Rotarians and concerned citizens who are dedicated to rebuilding the country of Vietnam. Additionally, Treece will speak about his own experience of returning to Vietnam and how helping others has impacted his life.

In addition to the lecture presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to visit with and receive information from several community outreach organizations, including U.S. Marines Toys for Tots, Cell Phones for Soldiers, the Toledo Outpatient Clinic OEF/OIF Program, Lucas County Veterans Services and the Ohio Secretary of State’s Vote in Honor of a Veteran. Heroes in Action’s organization will also be accepting donations as part of their veterans’ outreach efforts.

On Friday, Nov. 11, Owens Findlay-area Campus students and employees, as well as members of the community, are invited to gather in the College’s Conference Center to participate in a Remembrance Day National Roll Call event at 8 a.m. Following an opening ceremony, selected participants will begin reading the names of over 6,200 American service men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq and Afghanistan during the past decade. The reading of the names will occur continuously until 2 p.m. when a moment of silence will be observed nationwide. Owens’ Remembrance Day National Roll Call event will conclude at 4:30 p.m. with a closing ceremony.

Coordinated by the Social Work Club on the Findlay-area Campus, the Remembrance Day National Roll Call is part of a nationwide effort to honor American service men and women who lost their lives while serving their country. The event is being sponsored nationally by the Veterans Knowledge Community of NASPA Student Affairs Administrator in Higher Education.

For more information about the upcoming Veterans Day activities, call (567) 661-8387 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 8387, or (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

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 Students to Host Owens Club Bazaar, Oct. 25

Posted on October 21st, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to begin their holiday shopping a little early as Owens Community College’s Student Activities Office serves as host to the Owens Club Bazaar on Tuesday, Oct. 25.

The Owens Club Bazaar, which is free and open to the public, will occur from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

“Owens Community College’s student clubs and organizations will present an array of items for attendees to purchase, ranging from baked goods to jewelry,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “The holiday season is right around the corner and the Owens Club Bazaar is intended to get area residents into the shopping spirit, all for a good cause as the monies raised will benefit the various student clubs and organizations.”

Student vendors representing the College’s various clubs and organizations will be on hand selling an assortment of gift selections. Items available for purchase will include assorted baked goods, wristbands, jewelry, handbags and accessories, postcards, origami ornaments, Connxtions Comedy Club tickets, and used video games and consoles, among others.

For more information about the Owens Club Bazaar, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

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 Welcomes Nationally-Known Poets and Hip Hop Artists Idris Goodwin and Kevin Coval, Oct. 26-27

Posted on October 17th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Awarding-winning poets and hip hop artists Idris Goodwin and Kevin Coval will bring their lyrical and rhythmic talents to the Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses as the Student Activities Office presents a free hip hop performance and workshop titled “Race Mixing”, Oct. 26-27.

Goodwin and Coval will address attendees as part of a workshop presentation from 10-11 a.m. and perform from 2-3 p.m. in the Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus on Wednesday, Oct. 26. The nationally-known artists will provide a performance and workshop from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus on Thursday, Oct. 27.

Admission to the events is free and the public is encouraged to attend. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay, while the Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

During the events, Goodwin and Coval will use hip hop poetics and pedagogy to create meaningful dialogue across cultures with the overall goal of their performance is eliminating racial borders and embracing multiplicity.

Goodwin’s “break beat poetry” has been featured on Russell Simmon’s HBO series “Def Poetry” and published in the “Spoken Word Revolution Redux Anthology” as well as in many literary journals. The recipient of several grants and awards from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Ford Foundation and the Illinois Arts Council, Goodwin served as an artist in residence at Iowa City’s KRUI Radio Program Artists in Action and frequently teaches, performs and lectures at academic institutions on the topic of arts, culture and empowerment.

Coval is the author of ALA Book of the Year finalist “Slingshots (A Hip-Hop Poetica)”. Additionally, he is Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Louder Than a Bomb: The Chicago Teen Poetry Festival, subject of an award-winning documentary of the same name, which airs on the OWN Network. A regular contributor to Chicago Public Radio, and a four-time HBO “Def Poetry” participant, Coval teaches at the School of Art Institute of Chicago and in high schools throughout the Chicago area.

For more information about the hip hop performances and workshops, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994, or (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

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 Students to Host Community Blood Drive, Oct. 25

Posted on October 14th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents can help in saving the lives of their neighbors as Owens Community College and the American Red Cross host a community Blood Drive on Tuesday, Oct. 25.

Donors will be provided snacks and drinks before and after their donation. For more information, contact the College’s School of Health Sciences at (567) 661-7206 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7206. Interested parties are encouraged to make an appointment by registering on the website at www.givelife.org and entering the sponsor code OWENSCCPERRYSBURG or calling the above number.

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, ProMedica and Toledo Dental Hygienists’ Association Announce Free Oral Cancer Screening Event, Oct. 26

Posted on October 13th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to take a proactive approach to healthy living and the fight against oral cancer as Owens Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program, the Toledo Dental Hygienists’ Association and ProMedica Cancer Institute offer a free Oral Cancer Screening community outreach event on Wednesday, Oct. 26.

The Oral Cancer Screening event is being presented in conjunction with October serving as National Dental Hygiene Month and will take place from 4-7 p.m. at the College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic. The clinic is located in Health Technologies Hall on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township. The event is free and open to individuals of all ages.

“Owens Community College’s Dental Hygiene Program is proud to collaborate with the Toledo Dental Hygienists’ Association and the ProMedica Cancer Institute and raise the community’s awareness about oral cancer,” said Beth Tronolone, Owens Chair of Dental Hygiene. “Approximately 37,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer every year in this country. Early detection of oral cancer is key as the survival rate increases dramatically. I encourage area residents to take advantage of this opportunity to receive a free oral cancer screening.”

The Oral Cancer Screening community outreach event will be administered by area dentists and dental hygienists and includes both visual and tactile exams for visible indicators of oral cancer. The screening will include an examination of each individual’s appearance, palpation, depth and surface dimension, extraoral findings, signs and symptoms (sore throat, earache and painful swallowing in throat) and history of smoking, alcohol and previous lesions.

Additionally, a referral form, describing the findings, will be given to attendees should a questionable condition, or tissues which are felt to be abnormal, are discovered. Participants will be encouraged to take the referral form to their own dentist or doctor where further evaluation and closer examination can be conducted. The examination will last approximately 30 minutes.

The College’s Dental Hygiene Program provides more than 40 students with a fully accredited, scientifically current and competency-based curriculum annually. Students receive classroom instruction as well as hands-on experience in the Dental Hygiene Clinic, while preparing to sit for the national, state or regional exam in dental hygiene. Owens’ program also offers dental services to area residents through its Dental Hygiene Clinic.

Individuals interested in receiving a free oral cancer screening are encouraged to contact the ProMedica Cancer Institute at (877) 291-1441. Appointment reservations must be made prior to the event.

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’s Student Government Offers Free ‘Halloween Alternative’ for Area Children, Oct. 28

Posted on October 11th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Friendly ghosts, skeletons and witches will abound as Owens Community College serves as host to a variety of free games and activities as part of its sixth annual “Halloween Alternative” for children ages 12 and under on Friday, Oct. 28.

Additionally, “Halloween Alternative” will include various refreshments and snacks for all attendees.

For more information, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

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 to Host Free Care Fair for Health, Oct. 19

Posted on October 10th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents and high school students are invited to learn about ways to make their lives more enjoyable through healthy living as Owens Community College serves as host to a free Care Fair for Health event on Wednesday, Oct. 19.

The annual health event will occur from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The care fair, which is free and open to the public, is presented by the School of Health Sciences and the School of Nursing.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gain practical health information from more than 60 displays outlining a diverse array of topics, including CPR, cancer information and care, organ and tissue donation, nutrition and culinary arts, diabetes information, mental health, substance abuse, heart health and prevention, HIV awareness, fire safety, sports care and stress management. Additionally, individuals will be able to test their personal health through free screenings and tests, including blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar screenings.

In addition, Owens faculty and students will be on hand to provide free bone density tests and scans. Flu shots will also be available from ProMedica Health Systems. The flu shots are $25 and receipts will be distributed for use as documentation for insurance reimbursement.

Organizations on hand from the health care community will include ProMedica Health System, Mobile Meals of Toledo, St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo-Lucas County Health Department, Dental Center of Northwest Ohio, Life Connection of Ohio, Serenity Farm, Dave’s Running, Lucas County Children Services and The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio, among others.

Additionally, the Student Nurses Association will be holding a bake sale and Owens representatives will offer information on the Heimlich maneuver and CPR through a “Choking Charlie” demonstration.

Owens will have information available for those individuals interested in pursuing a college education. The College offers a wide variety of academic programs through the School of Health Sciences and the School of Nursing, and past graduates from these academic programs have gone on to become dental hygienists, dietetic technicians, chefs, hotel and restaurant managers, occupational therapy assistants, nurses, health information technicians, radiographers and ultrasound technologists throughout Northwest Ohio.

Local high schools attending the event will include Four County Career Center, Clay High School, Margaretta High School, Bowsher High School, Vanguard Career Center, Whitmer High School and Woodward High School.

For more information about the event, call (567) 661-7379 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7379.

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 to Host Wind Farm Construction and Manufacturing Workshop, Oct. 19

Posted on October 7th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Northwest Ohio residents, as well as business and industry leaders, are invited to enhance their knowledge about wind energy technology as the Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus serves as host to a Wind Farm Construction and Manufacturing Workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 19.

Presented by Owens Community College and Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development in conjunction with the Ohio Department of Development, the event will occur from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. The workshop is open to the public.

The Wind Farm Construction and Manufacturing Workshop is being coordinated by GLWN (formerly the Great Lakes Wind Network) and is designed to provide attendees with insight into the wind farm supply chain industry. Individuals will be able to learn about such varied topics as Ohio’s rules and regulations for local content, qualifications for entry into the wind industry supply chain, how a wind farm project is managed and steps for entering the wind industry.

The conference will include an opening session, panel discussion and breakout sessions taught by wind farm developers, general contractors and local business within the wind industry. Additionally, conference participants will have the opportunity to visit with such wind industry leaders as Barton Malow, EverPower Wind Holdings Inc., Iberdrola Renewables Inc., Invenergy LLC, One Energy LLC, TCI Renewables Ltd., and TVIG and ask questions specific to wind energy technology.

GLWN is an international supply chain advisory group and network whose mission is to increase the domestic content of North America’s wind turbine and to expand local business opportunities specific to the wind industry.

Earlier this year, Owens continued its own educational investment into the future of alternative and renewable energy by unveiling a new Alternative Energy and Sustainable Systems Technology Associate Degree Program. The degree provides students with the opportunity to receive hands-on experiential learning at the highest level utilizing many of the College’s state-of-the-art academic resources specific to solar thermal power, wind power and photovoltaic power.

The cost of the workshop is $70 and includes lunch. For more information about the event, or to register, call 216-588-1442.

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 Literacy Committee Welcomes Nationally-Known Author Danzy Senna, Oct. 12

Posted on October 4th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses will celebrate and promote the importance of literacy by inviting area residents to hear nationally-known author Danzy Senna discuss her personal and professional journey through life and her bestselling novel “Caucasia” as part of a free lecture discussion on Wednesday, Oct. 12.

Presented by the Literacy Committee in conjunction with the academic institution’s college-wide read initiative of the book “Caucasia”, Senna will speak at 11 a.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre on the Toledo-area Campus and at 3 p.m. in the Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Admission to the events is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

Owens’ Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township, while the Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

Senna is the author of the national bestselling novel “Caucasia”, winner of the Book of the Month Award for First Fiction and the American Library Association’s Alex Award. “Caucasia” was a finalist for the International IMPAC Dublin Literacy Award, was named a “Los Angeles Times” Best Book of the Year and has been translated into eight languages.

A recipient of the Whiting Writers Award, Senna is also the author of the novel “Symptomatic” and the memoir “Where Did You Sleep Last Night? A Personal History”, which she researched and wrote as a fellow at the New York Public Library’s Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers. Her latest work, a story collection titled “You Are Free”, was recently published by Riverhead Books. She resides in Los Angeles with her family.

The book “Caucasia” details the life of Birdie and Cole who are the daughters of a black father and a white mother. The two sisters face many struggles and obstacles while growing up in Boston during the 1970s, which resulted in the creation of their own private language to assist in their navigation through school, family life and the outside world. Years later after being separated due parental problems, the two sisters attempt to reunite and rekindle their friendship as siblings.

For more information about the lecture, call (567) 661-2987 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2987.

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 Findlay-area Campus Presents Free ‘Bullied’ Documentary Film Screening, Oct. 10

Posted on October 4th, 2011

FINDLAY, OH – Area residents are invited to explore the significance of bullying and its impact on victims as Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus’ Spectrum Club student organization presents a free screening and discussion of the documentary film “Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case That Made History” on Monday, Oct. 10.

The film will be shown at 1 p.m. in the College’s Conference Center Room 111 on the Findlay-area Campus. Owens is located on Bright Road in Findlay. Admission to the event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

In addition, an open discussion will take place at the documentary film’s conclusion. For more information about the film screening, call (567) 429-3029 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 3029.

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 DECA Fall Frenzy, Sept. 28

Posted on September 26th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Students from eight area high schools will showcase their knowledge and skills in marketing, merchandising, management and entrepreneurship as they compete in the DECA Fall Frenzy as part of a collaborative effort between Owens Community College and Penta Career Center. The event will take place at Owens on Wednesday, Sept. 28.

DECA Fall Frenzy will occur from 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the College’s Student Health and Activities Center on the Toledo-area Campus in Perrysburg Township.

Throughout the day, students will be faced with various real-world business scenarios in which they will have to provide explanations on how to effectively manage the situation. Such role-play scenarios will include apparel and accessories, business services, food marketing, marketing management, full-serve restaurant, quick-serve restaurant, retail merchandising, and vehicles and petroleum. In addition, participants will make presentations in the areas of hospitality, finance, sports, travel and e-commerce. Students will also take a written examination and participate in activities that will test their interview skills.

The event will conclude with an awards ceremony at 12:30 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center. The top five individuals will be honored based on judging of the team and series competitions.

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.

Northwest Ohio to Feature 18 Sites During Annual Green Energy Ohio Tour, Oct. 1-2

Posted on September 23rd, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area “green” enthusiasts interested in expanding their knowledge about green energy are invited to participate in Green Energy Ohio’s ninth annual Green Energy Ohio Tour, Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 1-2. “Green Energy Tours” in hundreds of locations throughout Ohio will showcase solar, wind, biomass and energy efficiency working for homes, businesses, farms, public buildings and utilities.

Presented by Green Energy Ohio, open house tours will be held in the Northeast, Northwest, Central, Southwest and Southeast regions of Ohio. Open house tours in the Northwest Ohio region are self-guided and guided and will take place at 19 designated sites in Findlay, Maumee, Toledo, Port Clinton, Tiffin, Sylvania, Bowling Green, Perrysburg, Upper Sandusky, Rossford, Swanton and Ottawa, among many other locations. Site owners and Green Energy Ohio members will conduct the open houses and several guided tours. All tours, which will occur at various specified times, are free and open to the public.

Northwest Ohio’s 19 open house sites will feature photovoltaic, wind, energy efficiency, energy star, solar thermal and geothermal, among other alternative energy technology. Among the regional sites are the Bintz Residence (7103 Secluded Pines Dr., Maumee) (energy efficient, geothermal, energy star and photovoltaic) on Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.; Crown Battery Renewable Energy Center in Lake Erie Business Park (5335 W. Lakeshore Dr. Building 460, Port Clinton) (photovoltaic and wind) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.; Doepker Residence (4253 S. Township Rd. 151, Tiffin) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Haney Residence (2112 River Rd., Maumee) (photovoltaic, solar thermal and passive solar) on Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.; Health Care REIT Inc. (4500 Dorr St., Toledo) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., and Madonna Homes (722 N. Huron St., Toledo) (solar thermal) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Open house sites also include the Morog Residence (13020 Green Rd., Wakeman) (wind and geothermal) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; MPAL (5702 Opportunity Dr., Toledo) (photovoltaic and solar thermal) on Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.; Owens Community College Findlay-area Campus (3200 Bright Rd., Findlay) (photovoltaic and wind) on Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.; Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus (30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg) (photovoltaic, solar thermal and wind) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Powerhouse Electric Supply (823 N. Locust St., Ottawa) (photovoltaic and energy efficient) on Oct. 1 from 1-4 p.m.; Scherer Residence (17405 Barr Rd., Bowling Green) (photovoltaic, wind, energy star and passive solar) on Oct. 1 from 1-4 p.m.; Stoneacre Farms (833 S. Raab Rd., Swanton) (geothermal and wind) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and on Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.; Sylvania United Church of Christ (7240 Erie St., Sylvania) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 2 from 1-4 p.m.; Toledo Electrical Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (803 Lime City Rd., Rossford) (wind) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Toledo Museum of Art (2445 Monroe St., Toledo) (photovoltaic and microturbines) on Oct. 1 from 1-4 p.m.; Vantage Career Center (818 N. Franklin St., Van Wert) (wind) on Oct. 2 from 1-4p.m., and Wyandot Solar Farm (10692 County Highway 44, Upper Sandusky) (photovoltaic) on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Additionally, two guided tours will take place within the Northwest Ohio region on Saturday, Oct. 1. The Findlay-area tour will occur from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and feature stops throughout the region. The tour will begin and end on the Owens’ Findlay-area Campus. Attendees are encouraged to park in Lot H and meet at the College’s solar array and wind turbine, which are adjacent to the Community Education and Wellness Center. Owens’ Findlay-area Campus is located on Bright Road in Findlay.

The other guided tour will highlight locations throughout the Toledo area and take place from 12-2:30 p.m. The Toledo-area tour will begin and end on Owens’ Toledo-area Campus. Green Energy Ohio Tour participants should park in Lot H and meet at the College’s wind turbines, which are adjacent to the Industrial and Engineering Technologies Building. The Owens Toledo-area Campus is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The Green Energy Ohio Tour is being presented by Green Energy Ohio, American Solar Energy Society and The Ohio Department of Development.

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 Assist Local Residents with Clothing Swap Outreach Event, Sept. 29

Posted on September 20th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College students are reaching out to those individuals in the surrounding communities with a limited clothing budget by hosting a clothing swap event titled “Swap-It-Up” on Thursday, Sept. 29.

“Owens Community College is proud to host an event that benefits individuals in our communities who have a limited clothing budget,” said Nicole Lance, Owens Student Activities Assistant. “I encourage individuals to donate their unnecessary clothes, while at the same time look for those hard-to-find items to add to their wardrobe.”

Any items not claimed during the clothing swap event will be donated to Cherry Street Mission Ministries.

For more information about the clothing swap event, call (567) 661-2994 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2994.

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 Terrace View Café Announces Fall Semester Menu, Oct. 4 – Nov. 29

Posted on September 20th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to explore the diverse world of international cuisine and regional food discoveries during a unique dining experience at Owens Community College as the Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts programs unveil fall menu selections in the community Terrace View Café.

The student-run Terrace View Café is open to the public during the academic year. Owens’ restaurant, which is coordinated by the Food, Nutrition and Hospitality department, is located in College Hall Room 148 on the Toledo-area Campus. The Terrace View Café will be open to area residents for lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Seating is limited and available until 12:15 p.m. and take out meals will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. The cost per lunch is $8.50 and reservations are required.

The Terrace View Café will be available to guests starting Tuesday, Oct. 4 with seafood cioppino as the entrée. Regional food discoveries will be the featured selection on Tuesdays, while Thursday’s culinary focus is international influences.

Upcoming Fall Semester dates and entrée listings include Oct. 6 (caraway pork served with an apple, bacon potato bake and braised red cabbage), Oct. 11 (pork tenderloin with a mustard sauce), Oct. 13 (veal skewers served with fresh asparagus), Oct. 18 (marinated London broil served with red skin potatoes), Oct. 20 (kangaroo pasties served with coleslaw), Oct. 25 (Maytag blue cheese stuffed hamburger with hand-cut steak fries or mushroom stuffed chicken in sour cream almond sauce), Nov. 1 (green chili chicken enchiladas), Nov. 8 (tilapia encrusted in Macadamia nuts with pineapple mango sauce), Nov. 10 (barbequed eel served sushi style), Nov. 15 (southern style catfish with remoulade sauce), Nov. 17 (tapas) and Nov. 29 (braised chicken or chicken, andouille and shrimp jamblaya). Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to choose either a lacto-ovo vegetarian entrée or a Terrace chicken burger with the planned side dishes if desired. A complete listing of dishes is available at www.owens.edu/terrace. Bakery items also will be available for purchase during the luncheons.

Recently, Owens’ Department of Food, Nutrition and Hospitality unveiled a new Baking and Pastry Certificate Program for those individuals interested in becoming a professional baker or pastry chef.

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 Raises Violence Against Women Awareness With Silent Witness Project Display, Sept. 22

Posted on September 16th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is raising society’s awareness of violent crimes against women by serving as host to a Silent Witness Project public display on Thursday, Sept. 22. The public is encouraged to join the campus community and participate in the educational awareness program.

Coordinated by Owens’ Office of Student Activities, the Silent Witness Project will be available for public display from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Rotunda on the Toledo-area Campus. The College is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township.

The Silent Witness Project at Owens is being presented in collaboration with the Northwest Ohio chapter of the Silent Witness Project, which was established by the Women’s Center at Bowling Green State University. Currently, there are over 50 silhouette witnesses in the local collection. Owens will display 10 of BGSU’s silhouette figures.

Bowling Green’sSilent Witness Project is a visual display of free-standing, life-sized red wooden figures that are silhouettes of women who have been murdered in an act of domestic violence during the last 10 years in Northwest Ohio. Each silhouette includes an individual chest plate as well as a detailed story about the person’s life and murder. The goal of the Silent Witness Project is to raise the awareness of domestic murders and violence and remember those who lost their lives as a result of an act of violence.

In 1990, an advocacy group of Minnesota women artists and writers joined together with several other women’s organizations to form the Arts Action Against Domestic Violence in response to 26 women losing their lives as result of domestic violence in Minnesota. Together with several other women’s organizations, the new Silent Witness National Initiative was established with the goal of creating 26 free-standing, life-sized red wooden figures, each one bearing the name of a woman whose life was ended abruptly and violently at the hands of a husband, ex-husband, partner or acquaintance. An additional figure was added to represent those uncounted women whose murders went unsolved or were erroneously ruled accidental. The organizers called the figures the Silent Witnesses.

Locally, the Northwest Ohio chapter of the Silent Witness Project was founded in 2001 by the Women’s Center staff at Bowling Green State University in response to the 2000 murder of a college graduate.

For more information about the public display, call the (567) 661-7583 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7583.

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 Regional College Fair, Sept. 20

Posted on September 16th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to learn about the various educational opportunities available at colleges and universities throughout the surrounding region as Owens Community College serves as host to the Northwest Ohio Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward College Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 20.

Presented by the Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward organization, the regional college fair will occur from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Room 125 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. Admission to event is free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The regional college fair will begin at 10 a.m. with welcoming remarks from Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward representatives followed by Bowling Green State University official and Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward member Gabe Lomeli providing a lecture presentation titled “Get Set for College”.

Colleges and universities on hand for the college fair will include Owens Community College, Hiram College, the University of Toledo, Kent State University, Youngstown State University, Bowling Green State University, the University of Cincinnati, Ohio University, Gannon University, Cleveland State University, Baldwin-Wallace College, Central State University and Ohio Northern University, among others.

For more information, call (567) 661-7379 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 7379.

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 Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Hosts Annual Fall Plant Sale, Sept. 21

Posted on September 13th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents seeking to add new life and color to their gardens and yards this fall are encouraged to attend the Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club’s annual Fall Plant Sale at Owens Community College on Wednesday, Sept. 21.

Shrubs on hand will include the Purple Beauty Berry, Blue False Spirea, Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Fine Wine Weigela and a wide assortment of many others. Additionally, over 30 different varieties of trees and evergreens will be available at the fall plant sale such as the Japanese Stripped-bark Maple, the Red Buckeye and the Colorado Spruce. The Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club will also sell an array of perennials, including select hostas and ornamental grasses. A complete listing of the available plants with their prices is available online at www.owens.edu/direct/plantsale.pdf.

For more information about the Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club plant sale, 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 to Host Community Volunteer Action Fair, Sept. 20

Posted on September 12th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to learn about and explore the many available opportunities to give back to their local communities throughout Northwest Ohio as Owens Community College serves as host to a Community Volunteer Action Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 20.

“Owens Community College is proud to collaborate with several local community organizations and host an event which showcases the many opportunities available for individuals to volunteer their time and give back through community service,” said Krista Kiessling, Owens Adjunct Instructor in Social and Behavioral Sciences and Service Learning Liaison.

Throughout the event, individuals can meet with local community outreach representatives and ask them questions about volunteer opportunities available through their organizations.

Area organizations in attendance will include the Boys and Girls Clubs of Toledo, YWCA of Greater Toledo, Nature’s Nursery, Camp Courageous, Polly Fox Academy, Victory Center Kitchen for the Poor, Toledo GROWs, Wood County Park District, Mobile Meals of Toledo, Cherry Street Mission Ministries and the Anne Grady Center, among many others.

For more information about the Community Volunteer Action Fair, call (567) 661-2275 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, Ext. 2275.

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 Constitution Day Educational Programs, Sept. 17-18

Posted on September 8th, 2011

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to receive insight into the founding of the United States and the principles behind the country’s governmental systems as Owens Community College celebrates Constitution Day by serving as host to several educational programs, Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 17-18.

The two-day event will take place in the College’s Audio/Visual Classroom Center Rooms 125-128 on the Toledo-area Campus. Owens is located on Oregon Road in Perrysburg Township. The educational programs are open to the public and cost $25 per day.

The first day of activities on Sept. 17, which is being presented by the National Center for Constitutional Studies and Owens, is titled “Making of America” and will occur from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. National Center for Constitutional Studies President Dr. Earl Taylor will serve as the keynote presenter for both morning and afternoon sessions. Taylor’s morning session is titled “Developing America’s Great Success Formula” and will focus on the creation of the first free nation in modern times, while the afternoon session’s presentation is titled “The Perfect Plan of Liberty” and will provide a look into the political and economic principles from preamble through the amendments of the U.S. Constitution.

Constitution Day community events will continue on Sept. 18 from 12:30-6 p.m. The second day of educational programming is being presented by the Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition and Owens and titled “The Constitution: Timeless Principles for a Nation”. Activities will commence with a lunch and learn roundtable discussion on the principles of the Constitutional Republic. Speakers participating in the discussion are Lee Strang, Charlie Earl, Gary Rathbun and Maurice Thompson, among others. Three breakout sessions will follow the lunch and learn roundtable discussion and feature such topics as the history of taxation, state sovereignty, religion and morality, enumerated powers and the 10th Amendment. The day will conclude with “The Famous Constitutional Quote Game”.

For more information, or to register for either event, 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.