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Chipola Monthly August web

Chipola Monthly August web

Chipola was the top-ranked school in an annual evaluation ARTISTSERIES New students planning enroll in Fall classes at Chipola
tied to performance funding. Chipola received the highest College are encouraged to submit an Application for Admission
point total in the state’s performance assessment, which TICKETS ON SALE AUG. 7 as soon as possible.
measures colleges on issues such as retention of students, Applications are available in the Admissions Office or online at
graduation times and job placement. The Chipola Artist Series promises an exciting line-up of great www.chipola.edu. Regular registration for Fall classes is Aug.
Chipola was one of only seven colleges to earn Gold among entertainment for all ages for the 2017-18 season. Season tickets go on sale 16-18. Classes begin Aug. 21.
the 28 colleges in the Florida College System. The Florida Board Aug. 7. There are several steps in the application process: (1) complete
of Education announced the annual performance rankings Opening Sept. 21 with an immersive blend of technology, live music, the college Admission Application or call 718-2311 for
of Gold, Silver, Bronze and Purple at a July 18 meeting. The and three-part pop/folk sibling harmonies, Derik Nelson & Family delivers assistance; (2) request a final high school transcript be sent
seven Gold colleges are: Chipola College, Santa Fe, Palm Beach a concert experience like no other. Featuring pristine sound, a state of the to Admission and Records Office; and (3) take the College
State, Eastern Florida State, Seminole State, South Florida State art light show, and an integrated 20-foot video display, Derik’s interactive Placement Test (non-exempt students); call 718-2284 for
and Valencia. Chipola earned a Silver ranking in—2016 and “clones” are featured throughout the show on the 5 screen video wall. Derik assistance.
2015—the first two years of the rankings. has appeared regularly as the lead guitarist on television’s “Glee,” among Chipola offers Bachelor’s Degrees, Associate in Arts Degrees,
Chipola earned the Gold ranking for performance in four key areas: student retention, graduation rate, job placement, and entry level other shows. Learn more at www.deriknelson.com. Associate in Science Degrees and Workforce Development
wages after graduation. In 1998, Brian Haverkate gathered singers, who needed no programs and certifications.
Chipola President Dr. Sarah Clemmons said the prestigious Gold ranking confirms the great work of Chipola’s students and instrumental accompaniment, to form the first group of its kind at Florida Bachelor’s Degrees include: Education majors in Middle and
employees. “Everyone at Chipola works hard every day to help our students succeed. We know our students and faculty are doing State University. Dubbed All-Night Yahtzee, the group held its first concert High School Math or Science, English Education, Exceptional
excellent work, and it’s very encouraging when our efforts are validated by the Florida Department of Education.” in 1999, and a cappella music was born at FSU and has since evolved into Student Education and Elementary Education; a Business
Dr. Clemmons pointed to several factors that lead to Chipola’s success. “Everything we do at Chipola is about helping students one of the most noted groups in the nation. Performing Nov. 7, Yahtzee Administration degree with concentrations in Management,
succeed and move on to a career or to gain more education. We try to put students first in every decision, and we strive to keep class sizes has been featured on the Pitch-Perfect reality TV series. Learn more at Accounting, Information Technology and Engineering
small to encourage student-teacher interaction. We have a highly-qualified faculty and staff leading an excellent academic program. We www.anyahtzeefsu.com. Management; and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
also have an outstanding extracurricular program for students to connect to others with similar interests.” Take Jerry Lee Lewis, add some Victor Borge, Beethoven on steroids, The Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree is designed for students
Clemmons pointed to two specific programs that have led to recent gains in student performance: the ACE Lab and Dropout garnish with Schroeder from Peanuts, throw it all in a blender, and what who plan to complete their first two years of college work and
Detective. “Our Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) provides free peer tutoring in every subject. This award-winning program has comes out is an unmistakable Jason Farnham show. The variety includes then transfer to a four-year program at Chipola or another
greatly improved student success and graduation rates,” Clemmons said. The college also initiated Dropout Detective last year to help contemporary romantic piano, jazz, bossa nova, blues, stride piano, and college or university. Advising guides that outline requirements
faculty and advisers monitor student performance and offer strategies to help students succeed. classical with a modern twist! The Feb. 18 performance will entertain all for majors are available at www.chipola.edu/studentservices/
Kiwanis add scholarships in memory of Brown & Rigsby ages of your family. Learn more at www.jasonfarnham.com. cguides/index.html
The Marianna Kiwanis Club recently added $10,000 to Several Associate in Science (AS) and Workforce programs
the group’s scholarship endowment at Chipola College. The The Young Irelanders include eight sensational performers who are offered which provide training for high wage jobs. The
additional donation is made in memory of two club leaders and have Irish traditional music, song and dance running through their veins. schedule of classes is available online at www.chipola.edu. For
active members over the years: Charlie Brown and Jimmy Rigsby. Their The group has performed for many heads of state, Presidents of Ireland, information, call 718-2211.
names will be added to the Kiwanis Club Scholarships, which now include: US Presidents, the Queen of England and more. Learn more at www.
the Frank Harris Memorial, Judge Robert McCrary Memorial, Ernest Duffee theyoungirelanders.com. Apply Now
Memorial, Charlie Brown Memorial, and Jimmy Rigsby Memorial. Pictured Season tickets—$60—go on sale Aug. 7. Season ticket holders get a VIP for Nursing
from left, are: Julie Fuqua, Chipola Foundation Director; Irene Rigsby; Shannon pass to Meet the Artist receptions. Single event tickets will vary between Program
Rigsby; Peggy Brown and Dr. Jerry Kandzer, Kiwanis Club President. $20-$25 for adults, $10 for children under 18, and $5 for Chipola students
and employees. Individual tickets for Derik Nelson and Family go on sale The Chipola Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is
Sept 1. Reserved seating for season tickets will be limited after Aug. 14. now accepting nursing applications for the Spring, 2018
semester which begins in January.
For information, call the Center for the Arts Box Office at 850-718- ApplicationdeadlineisSept.22. Studentsmustcomplete
2420 or visit www.chipola.edu/boxoffice. The Box Office opens Aug. 7. a college application, as well as a nursing application to be
considered for admission. The ADN program prepares
students for first level positions as Registered Nurses.

Chipola’s Nursing program is a limited enrollment
program approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and
nationally-accredited by the Accreditation Commission
for Education in Nursing.

Chipola shines at National PBL Conference August

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Students in the Chipola of Phi Beta Lambda business fraternity brought home sevenTop-10 awards 14 FacultyReturns-Fall
at the National Leadership Conference, June 24-27, in Anaheim, California. 16 NewStudentTesting
Chipola winners include: Bethany Horton and Melea Kirk, Social Media, First; Hayden White, Infor- 16 ReturningStudentReg.8a.-4p.
mation Management, Fourth; Bradach Carlson and Chase Mason, Network Design, Fourth; Sarah Hall, 16-18 TRiOWelcomeBackCelebration
Financial Services, Sixth; Bonnie NeSmith, Justice Administration, Eighth; Bradach Carlson, Project Man- 17 Registration8a.-6p.
agement, Eighth; Hayden White, Help Desk, Tenth. Four students—Bradach Carlson, Bethany Horton, 18 Registration8a.-3p.
Kathryn Meadows and HaydenWhite—won $400 PBL Scholarships. 21 ClassesBegin
More than 2,000 of America’s best and brightest college students traveled to Southern California to 21 LateReg.,Drop/Add&Emp.FeeWaiver8a.-6p.
establish their own Legacy of Leadership as they competed for more than $95,000 in cash awards and an 21 SGAMeeting,Z-116,1:30p.
honored spot on stage among theTop-10. 22 LateReg.Fall,endsatNoon
Chipola PBL adviser, Glenda Bethel, says,“Please join me in congratulating these students and all of 22 Drop/Add&EmployeeFeeWaiver8a.-6p.
our PBL members for their outstanding efforts. Our national competitors worked hard to prepare for the 23-24 Drop/Add & Employee Fee Waiver 8a.- 4p.
competition. Chipola PBL is a small but noteworthy chapter at state and national competitions.” 25 Drop/Add&EmployeeFeeWaiver8a.-Noon
Pictured from left, are: Bradach Carlson; Sarah Hall; Joshua Myers; Andrew Bizaillion; Glenda Bethel, Adviser; 28 SGAMeeting,Z-116,1:30p.
Bonnie NeSmith; Melea Kirk; Kathryn Meadows; Bethany Horton; Chase Mason; and Hayden White.
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The Chipola Appreciation Club’s “Endless Summer” dinner & dance EMT & Paramedic
is set for Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Marianna National Guard Armory. Classes
Chipola graduate Sen. Bill Montford is hosting the event. Proceeds
Chipola is accepting applications for
will go to a new endowment in honor of Robert Trammell, a former Chipola basketball Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) &
player and long-time supporter of Chipola athletics. Paramedic classes for the Fall 2017 semester.
Trammell graduated from Chipola in 1966 where he played on the basketball team Applications may be printed from the
coached by the late Coach Milton Johnson. In 2013, Trammell helped raise $50,000 to Health Sciences page at www.chipola.edu.
erect a bronze statue of Coach Johnson in front of the gymnasium.
Trammell has served multiple terms as president of the Chipola Appreciation Club The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
which raises thousands annually to support the college’s athletic program. Through class begins Aug. 21, with an application
his leadership at events like Endless Summer, the club has established a $1.6 million deadline of Aug. 3. The EMT program
Athletic Endowment. While serving in the Florida House of Representatives, Trammell consists of 300 clock hours and will be 16
helped secure funding for three new buildings at Chipola and helped win grant funds to weeks in length. EMT classes meet from 5 to
renovate the old Field House into a Cultural Center. As an attorney, former teacher & 10 p.m., Monday through Wednesday.
coach, Trammell has enabled countless students to attend Chipola. Robert met his wife The Paramedic Program is 3 semesters and
Kay at Chipola, and their children are Chipola graduates. begins Aug. 21. Day classes meet from 9 a.m.
Endless Summer will feature music by The Villagers, a popular Chipola band which to 5 p.m., and are designed to accommodate
has performed since the 1960’s. Original Villagers–Cliff Ellis, Allen Myers, George students by providing a flexible A & B
Boyer, Walter Dover and Andy Murray—will play dance favorites. schedule.
Tickets are $50 per person for a southern barbecue dinner, social hour and dance Contact Tina Maloy, EMS Director at
beginning at 6:30 p.m. Summer casual attire is recommended. 850-718-2403, or email [email protected]
Tickets are available online at http://www.chipola.edu/endlesssummer/ or by phoning
Sue Stanley at 850-718-2405.

An Equal Access / Equal Opportunity Institution www.chipola.edu/equity


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