General Announcements:
- Academic All-Star (NEW)
- NWACC Spring Wellness Series: The Risk Factors of Cancer (NEW)
- Veterans Scholarship Cookout (NEW)
- Choosing Your Path to Success
- New Friday Learner Service Hours
- Coming Out From the Shadows Event
- APRIL IS NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH
- Work Study Positions
- Support Breast Cancer Research and Early Diagnosis
- NWACC United Way Campaign Coming Soon!
- AIM Walk at NWACC on 5/2
- LIFE Program
- Komen Race for the Cure-Join the NWACC team
- Flipping the Script Writing Contest
- Study Abroad Course in Belize
- Respiratory Therapy Applications
- RED FLAG CAMPAIGN: Reporting and Resources for Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault
- Youth Bridge Mentoring Program
- Service Learning Opportunity to Mentor
Workshops
- Library Workshops (THIS WEEK)
- Reading and Writing Workshops
- Academic Success Workshops
- Reading and Writing Workshops
- Developmental Math Workshops
On Campus Events
- NWACC Student Recital (NEW)
- Unique Opportunity to Participate in a Poverty Simulation on April 14!
- ALPFA Symposium
- Pizza with the President- Main Campus
- Share Your Cellfie and Save a Life
- SGA Meeting Schedule
- NWACC Campus Ministry
- Transfer Opportunities- At A Glance (NEW)
- SGA Elections
Off Campus Events
- Fiesta!
- College Culture Connection
Scholarship Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
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General Announcements
Academic All Star (NEW)
Do you meet the following qualifications:
Arkansas resident
Enrolled at NWACC and expected to continue enrollment through at least fall 2015
Completed a minimum of 24 credit hours in pursuit of an associate degree by June 1, 2015
Cumulative grade point average of 3.25
Demonstrated involvement in campus and/or community activities
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Intent to graduate from NWACC with an associate degree by Summer 2016
Intent to transfer to an Arkansas four-year university upon associate degree completion
If you do, you may be eligible to apply for the Arkansas Community Colleges Academic All-Star Student Program.
Please carefully read the qualifications in the attached application , then follow the instructions for submission. Applications may also be found at Juanita’s Franklin office (SC213C).
Please note that applications are due no later than Wednesday, April 15. Please contact Juanita Franklin at jfranklin1@nwacc.edu with any questions.
NWACC Spring Wellness Series: The Risk Factors of Cancer
Presented by Dr. Noel Scidmore, an oncologist for over 25 years, all are invited to attend this informational session of the risk factors of cancers.
April 13, 11am-12pm, SC 108.
Veterans Scholarship Cookout (NEW)
On Wednesday, April 8, in Bogle Plaza, from 11am to 2pm students of the Veterans Project, a service learning project, will be hosting a cookout of hamburgers and hot dogs (meat and vegetarian) for $3 a plate.
ALL proceeds will go to the Josh McCandless Veterans Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to the best veteran student applicant who attends NWACC. For more information, contact Dr. Chris Huggard at 479-619-4270 or chuggard@nwacc.edu. To give a direct donation to the scholarship go to: https://api.nwacc.edu/foundation/give-a-gift-online.php and then go to drop down and select Veteran’s Scholarship to give online.
Choosing Your Path to Success
ALPFA of NWACC invites students to attend Choosing Your Path to Success on Friday, April 17. This symposium is designed to help students be more intentional about their career and life choices. The speakers and the workshop leaders come from well-known companies and organizations in Northwest Arkansas, and they are eager to share some of the things they have learned with young people who are just starting out on their careers and with older students who are exploring new options. Mike Harvey, Chief Operating Officer of the Northwest Arkansas Council, will the luncheon keynote speaker, following a morning panel of leaders from major companies and organizations who will share stories about their own journeys to success. Breakout sessions will lead students to understand themselves and their options. The activities will culminate in career exploration in the afternoon. For more information, contact Kathryn Birkhead at kbirkhead@nwacc.edu or at 479-986-4052.
New Friday Learner Service Hours
In order to better serve students, the division of student services will now open at 8:00 am on Fridays. Regular weekly hours are: Monday-Thursday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Coming Out From the Shadows Event
Please join the DREAMers Club of NWACC on April 7 as we observe Coming Out From the Shadows Day.
This will be an opportunity for NWACC students, staff, and faculty to learn some facts about immigration and about the situation of students who are undocumented. It is also a chance for our college community who support undocumented students to demonstrate that support publicly through written messages and photos.
Perhaps most important is the opportunity for students who have not revealed their undocumented status to come forward without fear so they can enjoy the warm embrace of their peers and allies and become a part of the community working on a fair and equitable solution to their status.
The DREAMers will also be selling club t-shirts for $10.00. All proceeds will go directly to the scholarship fund for undocumented students.
If you already have a DREAMers of NWACC t-shirt, please wear it tomorrow, Tuesday, April 7 to show support for our undocumented students. The DREAMers will also continue their photo campaign, so if you would like to participate, please stop by the table for more information.
We will be on Bogle Plaza from 10:00-2:00. In the event of bad weather, we will move to the Becky Paneitz Student Center Lobby.
APRIL IS NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH (NEW)
The NWACC Red Flag Campaign will be providing many educational opportunities throughout the month and we hope you will join us in raising awareness and preventing sexual violence and rape.
For more information on resources and services both on and off campus, visit our website at: https://www.nwacc.edu/web/conduct/redflag and https://www.nwacc.edu/web/wellness/index. For more information on sexual assault and preventing sexual assault visit: http://www.nsvrc.org/saam/sexual-assault-awareness-month-home.
Stay tuned for more information to be posted in the coming days with events, educational opportunities and so much more!
The Red Flag Campaign is a Bystander Intervention program designed to connect the NWACC Community through education and empowerment. We want to create awareness and provide outreach for issues surrounding domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault. We want to have a community where everyone is encouraged to speak up and speak out against violence and harassment. Students are encouraged to self-report by going through to our Department of Public Safety, the Director of Student Support and/or the Dean of Students Office. Employees are encouraged to report to our Department of Public Safety and/or Human Resources. SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING If you see a red flag in your friend or coworkers relationship, SAY SOMETHING!
Work Study Positions
Washington County
Looking for a great environment to work and learn more about NWACC? We currently have a job opening for a work study student in Washington County.
This position is a front desk/reception position up to 15 hours per week. Must be financial aid eligible. Send resumes to Paula Carollo at pcarollo@nwacc.edu or call (479) 927-3330 for additional information
Disability Resource Center (NEW)
The Disability Resource Center is looking for a high-energy, AWESOME student to join our team! We have flexible scheduling and no experience is necessary! If you are interested, see the attached flier for additional details.
Support Breast Cancer Research and Early Diagnosis
Can’t participate in the Komen Race for the Cure? You are still part of the NWACC team and can show your support by purchasing a ribbon. You choose the amount you wish to donate then get a paper ribbon to write your name, or the name of someone you know that has been affected by cancer, on it.
These ribbons will be displayed on a board in the hallway outside of the Academic Success Center in Burns Hall. Make your donation and get your ribbon at the Student Information Center. For more information contact Becky Hudson at rhudson1@nwacc.edu
NWACC United Way Campaign Coming Soon!
The annual NWACC United Way of NWA Campaign will soon be underway. NWACC has a solid history of putting together great campaigns and raising money for the United Way, which funds dozens of local nonprofit organizations, such as Single Parent Scholarship Fund, Boys and Girls Club, Credit Counseling of Arkansas, and many more. This years campaign will kick off at 8:00am on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 and will run until Tuesday, April 14, 2015.
We hope you will help out with our campaign and show just how strong the NWACC team is. One focus of the United Way of NWA is reducing child poverty.
We would like to share a short, yet moving video on the struggles surrounding poverty that United Way unveiled at the Children Living in Poverty Summit in January. The powerful video can be found here http://www.unitedwaynwa.org/clip
A Donations can be made in cash, or credit card. There are also several prizes up for grabs! Everyone who donates will be entered to win a prize from some of our generous businesses in the area. Prizes include goodies from Starbucks, Gusanos Pizza, High Rise Extreme Air Sports and more!
Donors who give $20 can also have their pick of a United Way T-Shirt or United Way Tote bag as a free gift. (Sizes and supplies are limited) Keep watching for future updates, and for more information, contact Jerod Bradshaw at jbradshaw4@nwacc.edu
AIM Walk at NWACC on 5/2
The 6th annual AIM Walk will be held at NWACC on May 2nd. There will be a family fun walk, silent auction, kid zone, community resource fair, and more. The event benefits a local non-profit group, Autism Involves Me, to provide support to families and educators who assist individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
LIFE Program
Do you know what the LIFE program is? Take a few minutes to watch this video to learn what we are doing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QviaI6JD7BY
Applications are available here for our summer program that will take place June 16, 17, and 18th!
Komen Race for the Cure-Join the NWACC team
Your support saves lives!
75% of all funds raised support breast health services for local uninsured and underinsured families.
1:8 women in America will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.
36 breast cancers were diagnosed using Komen Ozark funding in 2014.
429 new people are expected to be diagnosed in 2015 in our 10 county area.
97 people are expected to die from breast cancer in 2015 in our 10 county area.
Join our team and help save lives! This year’s event will be held on April 25th beginning at 7:30 am at Pinnacle Hills Promenade.
To register, go to http://www.komenozark.org. Click on register and then find a team. You will have to type NorthWest Arkansas Community College in the search box.
For more information contact team captain, Becky Hudson at rhudson1@nwacc.edu
Flipping the Script Writing Contest
Hosted by Insatiable Ink and The Low Valley Review: Flipping the Script: Giving Women and Minorities a Lead Role Writing Contest.
This writing contest is meant to promote the Bentonville Film Festival as much as it is to encourage the reading and writing of stories, essays, and poems.
The contest opened on March 9th, and is open to the NorthWest Arkansas community and Arkansas community at large. Contest closes on Friday, April 24th.
Writers are invited to submit original works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry focused (in some way) on women and minorities.
Poets can submit up to 3 poems. There is a 5,000 word limit for works of fiction and nonfiction.
Winners will receive a framed awards certificate and be invited to read their work with writers published in the forthcoming issue of The Low Valley Review. The awards reading will be held during the Bentonville Film Festival.
Winners will also be considered for online publication by The Low Valley Review. For submission guidelines, please visit The Low Valley Review web site: http://thelowvalleyreview.com/.
A related flier is attached.
Study Abroad in Belize!
NWACC’s Dr. Jacques Hill is leading a University of Arkansas study abroad course to Belize from May 11 to June 6 of 2015. NWACC students are invited to enroll.
The course is a Community Development Course with an Ecology emphasis. The course will provide students with community service hours. Participants will conduct biodiversity inventories in rainforests and mangroves, explore barrier islands, and work in local grades schools to educate children on environmental issues such as beach erosion, biodiversity, and water quality. Students will also go snorkeling on Caye Caulker and explore Mayan Ruins in the mountains of San Ignacio. Students will receive 6 UA credits. Please contact Dr. Hill if you are interested in going: jhill5@nwacc.edu
A related flier is attached.
Respiratory Therapy Applications
The Respiratory Therapy applications are now available on the RT page of the NWACC website. Applications will be taken through June 1, 2015. Students accepted will begin Fall 2015. In order to apply you will need your NWACC user name and password. There are no paper applications. For further questions regarding the Respiratory Therapy application please contact HPapps@nwacc.edu
Youth Bridge Mentoring Program
Chrystina Chastain-Byrd is looking for students, faculty, or staff interested in doing a service mentoring project with Youth Bridge.
Those who volunteer will be working with at-risk children referred to Youth Bridge by the juvenile court system.
Ms. Chastain-Byrd will provide training for those who become mentors. She can be contacted at 479-877-9464 or at kbyrd@youthbridge.com
See attached brochure for more information. Students interested in getting Service Learning credit for this program should contact Dr. Chris Huggard, chuggard@nwacc.edu, 479-619-4270.
Service Learning Opportunity to Mentor
Elmdale Elementary School in Springdale is seeking mentors for their students. Principal Michele Hutton describes the mentor program as such: We want mentors to come at lunch time and eat lunch with a small group or with individual students, one on one. It’s to provide a caring adult in their lives. We welcome mentors who will listen to them and encourage them. We want the mentors to tell them about college and the importance of getting an education. However, we have planned for the mentoring to be done in a relaxed environment. A couple of our mentors bring UNO cards, they play and talk. We really just want our kids to have someone who cares about them because they often don’t get that kind of caring attention at home.
Lunchtime Schedule: 3rd graders 11:30am-Noon; 4th graders, 12:05-12:35pm; 5th graders 12:15-12:45pm. To learn about participating in this program, contact Stephanie Hinsey, shinsey@sdale.org or 479-750-8859.
Workshops
Library Workshops
All are invited to build research skills and learn more about library resources on Mondays and Thursdays in the Library Instruction Classroom (BH 1310 inside the library).
This week:
Monday, April 6 at 1:30 p.m.: Library Anywhere
Thursday, April 9 at 12 p.m.: Open Textbooks
Library Website 101 For workshop descriptions and the full spring schedule, check out the attached flyer or http://www.nwacc.edu/web/library/workshops.
For workshop descriptions and the full spring schedule, check out the attached flier or http://www.nwacc.edu/web/library/workshops.
Reading and Writing Workshops
This week:
Basic Writing Skills- Writing Effective Paragraphs
Wednesday (4/8) 3 p.m. BH 1007
Thursday (4/9) 3 p.m. BH 1004
Friday (4/10) 9:30 a.m. BH 1020
Reading Workshops- Using a Map to Read Your Math Texts…A Concept Map, That Is!
Friday (4/10) 10:30 a.m. BH 1019
A schedule of this week’s workshops can be found here.
Academic Success Workshops
The Academic Success Center on campus is here to help you succeed in every way this semester! Please join us in Student Center (SC) 314 each Wednesday at 11 am and each Thursday at 2 pm for our Success Workshops. Starting on January 28 and 29, come find out why the Cornell Note-Taking method works and how you can use it to make the most of your study time. Topics vary by week, Please see a more detailed schedule with workshop descriptions here.
Developmental Level Algebra Workshops
Intermediate Algebra, Beginning Algebra, and Pre-Algebra level Workshops for Spring 2015.
Attached is a schedule for the spring 2015 Math Center workshops designed for developmental level math and algebra courses. Although these workshops have a targeted level for the most part, any level student is welcome who needs to work on the topic (at the targeted level).
On Campus Events
NWACC Student Recital (NEW)
Northwest Arkansas Community College Department of Music presents the Spring 2015 Music Student Recital. This free event, on Thursday, April 9th at 7pm in the Music Recital Hall, Room 2105 of Burns Hall, is open to faculty, students and the public.
For more information contact S. Rene’ Garcia-Oliver, Concert Hostess, at sgarciaoliver@nwacc.edu or 479-631-1558. Thank you for supporting NWACC Music.
Unique Opportunity to Participate in a Poverty Simulation on April 14!
Experience Life on the Edge with this interactive experience, allowing participants to begin to understand what life is like with a shortage of money and an abundance of stress.
The event will be Tuesday, April 14, from 8:00-11:00 in Walmart Auditorium of the Shewmaker Center for Workforce Technologies.
- Free breakfast and lunch!
- Limited spots available, open to community, register at unitedwaynwa.org/clip
- Faculty and staff encouraged to attend
For additional information, contact Christie Brinsfield, Director Career Pathways cbrinsfield@nwacc.edu.
A related flier is attached.
ALPFA Symposium
This event is open to all NWACC students and will include a leadership panel, breakout sessions with professionals, lunch, and a career fair that will help students find their path to success. Located in the Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development, on April 17, from 8:30am-3:30pm.
A related flier is attached.
FREE PiZZA! Pizza with the President
Come out and enjoy free pizza and soda and meet NWACC President, Dr. Evelyn Jorgenson.
Main Campus:
April 8th from 11:30 – 1:00 and then again on April 8th from 5:00 – 6:00 pm in the Student Center Lobby
A related flier is attached.
Share Your Cellfie and Save a Life- NEW DATE!
The Student Ambassador and Activities Board (SAAB) will be hosting a blood drive Thursday, April 16 from 9am-3pm. A free cholesterol screening is included.
You can sign up with SAAB members or contact Becky Hudson at rhudson1@nwacc.edu to sign up. Come out and help save a life.
A related flier is attached.
SGA Meeting Schedule
Click HERE for a schedule of SGA
NWACC Student Ministry
Please join the student members of Campus Ministry International (CMI) for food, worship, and the spoken word on Tuesday, April 7 at 7pm in the Shewmaker Global Business Development Center- Room 1047 (Peterson Auditorium).
A related flier is attached.
1st and 3rd Graders Needed for Project on Children’s Memory
The Learning to Learn Project at the University of Arkansas is seeking 1st and 3rd graders to participate in a fun, interactive project designed to understand how children use their memories.
The project takes place on the University of Arkansas campus, and children receive a $20 gift card for their participation. It’s fun, and a great learning opportunity for children. For more information contact Kara Moore at 575-5805 or email knm005@email.uark.edu.
Transfer Opportunities
Representatives from area colleges and universities frequently visit NWACC to speak to transfer students about their future academic goals. While the vast majority of visitors come to the Transfer Information Desk in the Student Center, locations may vary. Please consult the list below when making plans to visit with college/university recruiters.
Related fliers for JBU can be found here and here.
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Monday, April 6—
Missouri State University – Springfield, MO
Transfer Desk—9:30 to 1:00
University of Arkansas – Fayetteville
Transfer Center, Suite 235—9:00 to 1:00
A related flier for U of A can be found here.
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Transfer Desk—noon to 2:00
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—3:00 to 6:00
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Tuesday, April 14—
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Transfer Desk—9:00 to noon
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—1:00 to 3:00
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Wednesday, April 15—
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—9:00 to noon
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Thursday, April 16—
University of Arkansas – Fayetteville
Transfer Desk—9:00 to 1:00
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—3:00 to 6:00
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Tuesday, April 21—
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—10:00 to 1:00
Transfer Desk—1:30 to 4:00
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Wednesday, April 22—
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Washington County Center—9:00 to noon
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—2:00 to 6:00
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Thursday, April 23-
American Public University
Transfer Desk-9:30-12:30
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Tuesday, April 28—
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Transfer Desk—10:00 to 1:00
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—2:00 to 6:00
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Wednesday, April 29—
John Brown University – Rogers Campus
Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development—9:00 to 11:00
Transfer Desk—12:00 to 2:00
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Thursday, April 30—
University of Arkansas – Fayetteville
Washington County Center—9:00 to 1:00
Off Campus Events:
Fiesta! (NEW)
BCM and NWACC Culture Clubs invite you to a FIESTA , Thursday, April 9th, from 3:30 to 5:30. Open gym, snacks, cooking, supper, and prizes.
All NWACC students and advisors are welcome as we learn about “Your World!”
Location: Activity Center/Gym at 626 W. Olive, Rogers, corner of 8th and Olive Street.
College Culture Connection
Connect with NWACC Students and Cultures! Join us on the second Thursday of each month from 3:30-5:30 PM for open gym, open kitchen, club meetings, and fellowship time.
Coffee, cookies, and supper will be served. All NWACC students are welcome. Location – Olive and 8th Street Rogers, FBC Activity Center and gym.
Transportation is available. Contact your club advisor or BCM at NWACC. Medical Release forms required. For questions, contact Dixie at 479-903-2833. A related flier is attached.
Scholarship Opportunities
Fall 2015 Scholarship Opportunity: Apply Now! (NEW)
Applications are currently being accepted for Paul and Becky Hudson Empowerment Scholarship, which will benefit a student attending NWACC in Fall 2015. Please see the attached scholarship application for eligibility criteria and details on how to apply. Complete applications must be turned-in to the NWACC Scholarship Coordinator by 4:00 PM on Thursday, April 30! For questions, email scholarships@nwacc.edu
Scholarship Available for ENGB Students: Apply Now! (NEW)
Have you taken an English for Bilingual Students (ENGB) course? You may be eligible for a scholarship to attend NWACC in Fall 2015! Eligible students must have successfully completed at least one ENGB course. Full eligibility requirements and instructions on how to apply are detailed on the scholarship application located HERE. Deadline to apply is 4:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2015. For questions, please contact scholarships@nwacc.edu
Employment Opportunities
Walmart Internship (NEW)
Walmart Campus Relations will be on-campus, in the Shewmaker Center for Global Business Development (the Business and Computer Information Systems building) on April 7th, at noon, presenting the Walmart Internship Coop.
This is a unique opportunity, hosted by Walmart, for NWACC students to obtain mentoring while applying the skill sets they have learned. If you are currently seeking an Accounting degree or Networking degree, and need to complete your internship, you are encouraged to attend.
To apply for this Internship Coop, please submit your resume to Christy Reynolds at creynolds@nwacc.edu by April 15th.
When: April 7th
Where: Peterson Auditorium SCGBD 1023
Time: noon
Additionally, we will be hosting a resume writing and interview workshop on April 13th, at noon, also in the Peterson Auditorium, SCGBD 1023. All are invited.
Additional information can be found here and here.
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