Winter 2007 Newsletter2

WISE
Tallahassee • Winter 2007
Keiser University Becomes a Major Partner
in Make A Difference Tallahassee 2007
Keiser University Volunteers
Are Needed
Keiser University is excited to announce its participation in Make A Difference Tallahassee a
very special community service partnership with
FSU, FAMU, TCC, the Leon County Volunteer
Center, the City of Tallahassee and the Capital Area
Citizens Corps.
So what happens at this
event? Over 300 participants from FSU, FAMU,
TCC, Keiser University
and the community will
come together to volunteer at dozens of local
non-profit agencies that
serve the people of this
area. Nonprofits that
have participated in past
years include the Boys
and Girls Clubs, America’s Second Harvest of the Big
Bend, Emergency Care Help Organization, Ronald
McDonald House and Big Bend Cares, just to name a
few. After a morning of community service all participants come together to reflect on the effects of their
service and to have some good old fashion fun.
As a major partner in Make a Difference Tallahassee
2007 Keiser University will need the support of everyone on campus to make this event an even bigger
success than in past years. This volunteer opportunity
is open to everyone in the community, so all students,
faculty and staff, as well as family and friends, are
strongly encouraged to participate.
Saturday, February 17 is the scheduled date for the
6th annual Make A Difference Tallahassee citywide
community service event. The purpose of the event is
to bring together students and Tallahassee residents to
give back to those nonprofit organizations that work
hard every day to serve community members in need.
Organizers hope that participants will leave the event
as more conscientious community members and will
make service a part of their daily lives.
To learn more about Make a
Difference Tallahassee see
Becky Marsey or Catie
Saurino in the Student
Services Office and keep an
eye on the Weekly Wise for
event updates.
Worthwhile
Information from
Students and
Educators
In this Issue:
Fall Student
Appreciation
Day–fit for a king
(and queen).
See back cover.
2007 Student
Addy Awards
See back cover.
Important
Upcoming
Events
Scholarship
Writing Seminar
January 23, 2007
1:15 PM and
5:30 PM
Room-TBA.
Please RSVP to
Student Services
Graduation
Cermony
January 19, 2007
Make A
Difference
Tallahassee 2007
February 17, 2007
For additional information please visit:
http://www.VolunteerLEON.org/madt/
WISE
Letter from the Campus President
Another new year is upon
us, and I am sure that 2007 will be
as exciting as 2006. A recap of 2006
brought a change to Keiser University and opens the door for great
opportunities. The reaccredidation
process that we experienced over the
last two years is in the final stages of
a great success and I would like to
take this opportunity to thank the
Mark Gutmann, President Faculty, staff and students that
helped navigate the process. Your
support lead to our success. The University adopted our Quality
Enhancement Plan (QEP) “ Keiser Writes” which will truly help
improve the skills of all involved and bolster the education atmosphere.
The change to University is exciting but what really
brings me to work each day is the enthusiasm of the students,
faculty and staff. This year we took on some great fund raising
projects including Cystic Fibrosis, Toys for Tots and Project
Christmas. Thanks to all of you the Tallahassee campus raised
the most money for Cystic Fibrosis in the whole system. We
filled up boxes with toys for Toys for Tots and we will hopefully
give a needy family a great Christmas.
As I walk through the halls each day, I wonder what
changes the University system will bring. I know that this change
will one day soon avail master degree programs to our students,
and who knows maybe even doctoral programs one day. One
thing that will never change is “Students First”. I know that my
staff and faculty are here to help make each day better for our
students.
I want to just take a moment to wish everyone a
“Happy New Year” and remind you that we are here to help you
change lives. You must always stay focused on your goal and let
nothing get in your way. Make this year great, one day at a time.
Letter from the Dean of Academics
I have many students come to me
who are at their wits end trying to
juggle work, school, and family. I
can honestly say, I’ve been there
and I’m still doing it! I have just
completed my final class for my
doctorate degree. Yay! Now I have
to complete my comps and disserJan Del Signore, Dean
tation. How did this all begin? I
didn’t attend college after high
school; my parents were factory workers with three kids. They
really couldn’t afford to send any of us to school. So I joined the
Air Force at 18 to see the world and serve my country. While I was
stationed in Guam, I met my husband. After a few years of marriage (okay it was more like seven) we had our first child. Three
years later, along came baby number two. He was not the easiest
baby; always up at night and wanting to eat. His sister was so much
easier. This is where we really had our planning skills tested. I
would work at night while my husband would work during the
daytime. This helped save cost on childcare because we all know
how expensive that is. The kids would go to a babysitter for about
three hours during the overlap. We managed. As the baby grew, I
decided that if I could care him and his sister while serving my
country, I could do anything. I wanted to go back to school and
complete my Bachelors degree. Remember, I was active duty working full-time, had two very small children and a household to run.
I started taking classes on base during my lunch hour. I would
work on my homework during the weekends sometimes outside
with my typewriter where it was a little quieter. I tried to get to
class earlier than scheduled to look over my notes. If you look at
any of my books, they are all highlighted with notes written in the
corners. I would do this during my teacher’s lectures to make sure
I fully understood a concept. Dependant upon the class, I would
even make note cards and study when I could. They would fit
quite nicely into my purse. This helped tremendously when studying for an exam. When I had a paper due, I would try and complete my first draft as quickly as possible to give me more time to
read it over. This also gave me more time to go back and proofread
my work and do more research. Procrastination is not a good
thing academically.
My husband was fabulous. He would help with the kids,
cook, help do the laundry and managed to keep his sanity. Without his support and help, it would have been very challenging to
complete my degree. I completed not only my Bachelor’s but also
my Master’s. I finished my Master’s the same time I was promoted
to E-7 in the Air Force. We had a great party to celebrate.
So why am I sharing my life story with all of you? I hope
to encourage you to hang in there and continue on with your education. It is not an easy task by any means; but with the right planning, communication, and support, you can do this. It will be hard
and some days harder than others. You may feel like you just can’t
do it any longer and want to quit. I know I did. But remember,
this is temporary. Some day you will graduate. In the end you will
have achieved your lifelong dreams of graduating with something
worthwhile; your college degree. And not just any college degree
but one from Keiser University where we have the best faculty any
where! Your teachers work very hard to make sure you receive the
education you are here for. They know and understand the time
constraints you are dealing with on a daily basis. Take a moment
and thank your teacher today, they are part of your support team.
Mark your calendars for the next PTK and SGA
Special Seminar:
Student
Organizations
Writing the Scholarship Essay
January 24, 2007
1:10 pm and 5:30 pm, Room TBA
Students must RSVP with the Department of Student Services. The seminar will be conducted by Mr. Bill Richeson,
English Instructor. Students that attend the seminar will learn:
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Tips to improve their writing
Understand some of the typical essay questions asked in scholarship applications
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Learn where to look to find scholarship opportunities
The Student Government Association has a new logo! The new logo was designed
by a graphic design student at the West Palm Beach Campus.
To learn more about the Student Government Association and how you can get involved stop by one of their meetings during the month of September! Meetings are
announced in the Weekly WISE and
Student Government Association
posted on flyers around campus. Typically the meetings take place the 1st and
Membership Criteria:
3rd Tuesday of each month at 1:10 pm
• Be an active student at Keiser College
and 5:30 pm, room TBA.
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Maintain a cumulative GPA of a 2.0
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Attend the membership meetings
By getting involved with the student organizations on campus you too can
make a difference. Stop by a meeting or get in touch with the President of
the SGA, Janet Egbert!
Student Government Association Members
Laquintine James
Jeremy Fortner
Barbara Lockhart
Cynthia Hager
Antenette Smith
Erica Wright
Shalini Pathyil
Alvina Bell
Karema Daniels
Christine Freeman
Shannon Phillips
Bernika Moore
Jennifer Quarles
Cristin Wyatt
Shanomia Francis
Antenette Smith
Brandie Fleeman
Janet Egbert
Zoe Lemon
Thomas Keene
Lakeisha Garnder
Mickey Averett-Watts
Sherry Lockwood
Charicka Huyler
Patricia Johnson
Jessica Hall
Nicholas Brooks
Goldie McCloud
Kevin McCaleb
Johnny Watson
Roniqua Tompians
Dejarius Bradley
Eric Hicks
Membership Criteria
• Active student at Keiser College enrolled
in an Associate level degree program
• Earned 12 credits at Keiser College
• Overall Grade Point Average at least 3.50
• Membership Fee $70.00
• Minimum payment to join: $40.00
(Remaining $30.00 can be paid up to 1
month after joining).
• One time opportunity to join!
www.ptk.org
New Members
Dionysas LaFaye Brady
Jennifer Kathleen Connelly
Jennifer Elizabeth Coxen
Sydney Lennon Hamlett
Alissa Marie Kratz
Jason Timothy O/Brien
Sigma Beta Delta is an honor society for Business Administration majors at the Bachelor and
Master’s level. Students in the upper 20% of their class are eligible for membership in this
prestigious organization. Sigma Beta Delta was established to encourage and recognize scholarship and accomplishment among students of business, management, and administration. In
addition to encouraging and promoting aspirations toward personal and professional improvement and a life distinguished by honorable service to mankind.
If you are interested in learning more about Sigma Beta Delta please see one of the faculty
members: Dr. Confidence Amadi or Mr. Joe McBride
Do you need a job?
Sign up with the Online Career Center and get connected to job opportunities!
The online career center is the primary site where Keiser University students and alumni can post resumes,
search jobs, and receive career development and employment related announcements for Keiser University!
Employers in our community use the Keiser University Online Career Center as
a place to view student resumes and search for qualified candidates to fill their
vacant positions. If you have not registered with the Keiser University Online
Career Center take a few minutes to read the directions below. Do not sit back
and let employment opportunities pass you buy...hurry and log on to
www.collegecetnral.com/keiser and get registered today it is fast and easy!
Directions to register:
Pre-requisite: You must have an email address to register. If you do not have an
email address, go to one of the following sites to open a free email account BEFORE beginning the registration process.
www.yahoo.com
ww.hotmail.com
Step 1: Go to www.collegecentral.com/keiser
Step 2: Click on Students
Step 3: Click on “Register Now”
Total Active Jobs:
39
www.collegecentral.com/keiser
Step 4: Create an access ID and password
Step 5: Follow the directions to complete your registration
Thank you to everyone who contributed toys
for the Toys for Tots Drive this year.
We collected 182 toys! Way to go Tallahassee!
Keiser University Word Search
Find the following words associated with the Keiser University, including campus locations in the word search below. Words can be
found up, down, diagonal, backwards and forwards….Good luck! Solutions are available in the Student Services Office.
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January
01/01:
Closed in observance of New Year’s Day
01/02:
New term starts today...Welcome back!
01/04:
Student Appreciation Day
01/09:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 and 5:30 pm in Room 401
01/15:
No Class in observance of Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday
01/19:
Graduation 6:00 pm at Lawton Chiles High School
01/23:
Scholarship Writing Seminar at 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm. Room TBA. Please RSVP with
Student Services
01/24:
New student orientation 10:00 am and 6:00 pm
Florida Commission on Human Relations Dessert and Dialogue 6:30 pm in Culinary
01/26:
Term end
01/29:
New term starts today
February
02/06:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm in Room 401
02/17:
Make a Difference Tallahassee
02/19:
No class in observance of President’s Day
02/20:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm in Room 401
02/21:
New student orientation 10:00 am and 6:00 pm
02/23:
Term end
02/26:
New term starts today
March
03/06:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm in Room 401
03/12:
Graduation Photos 11:00 am—2:00 pm and 5:00 pm—7:00 pm in Room 401
03/13:
Graduation Photos 11:00 am—2:00 pm and 5:00 pm—7:00 pm in Room 401
03/20:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm in Room 401
03/26:
New term starts today
April
04/03:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm in Room 401
04/06:
No class in observance of Good Friday
04/09:
No class for Easter Break
04/11:
Annual Art Show at 5:30 pm in Culinary
04/17:
PTK and SGA Meetings 1:10 pm and 5:30 pm in Room 401
04/20:
Term ends
04/23-04/27:
Spring Break...Have a safe and fun filled vacation!
04/30:
New term starts today
Almond-Stuffed Pork Chops
2 each pork loin chops — 1 1/2 inch thick
1/2 tablespoon butter
1/8 cup chopped almonds
1/8 cup chopped celery
1/8 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
Recipe Corner
1/4 teaspoon parsley
1/16 teaspoon almond extract
1 slice white bread — cut into 1/2 inch cubes
For stuffing, melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook almonds, celery and onion in hot butter
until vegetables are tender. Stir in the 2 tablespoons water, bouillon granules, parsley flakes and almond flavor.
Add bread cubes; toss to moisten bread cubes. Cut opening in each chop from the outer side; widen opening
into pocket, being careful not to cut through the other side of the chop. Fill pockets in chops with equal
amounts of stuffing. Secure with toothpicks.
Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Place stuffed chops on roasting rack in shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, until
internal temperature is 160 degrees F. (Check temperature in thickest part of meat), 25-45 minutes. Combine
browning and seasoning sauce and 1 tablespoon water in small bowl, if desired; brush over chops. Bake for 2
minutes more. Remove toothpicks from chops.
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 247 calories; 13g Fat (49.% calories from fat); 22g Protein; 9g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 55mg Cholesterol; 236mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain (Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 0 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Fat.
Time Management Tips
•Use one planner for work, school, and home. This will allow you to keep track of all your activities on one calendar.
•Identify "Best Time" for Studying: Everyone has high and low periods of attention and concentration. Are you a "morning
person" or a "night person". Use your power times to study; use the down times for routines such as laundry and errands.
•Study Difficult Subjects First: When you are fresh, you can process information more quickly and save time as a result.
•Use Distributed Learning and Practice: Study in shorter time blocks with short breaks between. This keeps you from get-
ting fatigued and "wasting time." This type of studying is efficient because while you are taking a
break, the brain is still processing the information.
•Make Room for Entertainment and Relaxation: College is more than studying. You need to have a
social life, yet, you need to have a balance in your life.
•Try to Combine Activities: Use the "Twofer" concept. If you are spending time at the Laundromat,
bring your psychology notes to study. If you are waiting in line for tickets to the REM concert, bring
your biology flashcards to memorize.
Check out these new books in the library!
Paralegal drafting guide
Library Hours
Fundamentals of nursing
Monday : 7:30 am—10:00 pm
Death by chocolate
Menu pricing & strategy
Tuesday: 7:30 am—10:00 pm
Beginning game level design
Wednesday: 7:30 am—8:00 pm
Forensics the easy way
The internet in the workplace
Thursday: 7:30 am—10:00 pm
QuarkXPress to InDesign
Information technology for the health professional
Friday: 7:30 am—3:00 pm
Women in law enforcement careers
Medical office coding
The criminal justice system
Professionalism in Healthcare
E-resumes
On becoming a professional chef
Readings in deviant behavior
The internet in the workplace
History of modern art
Visit the Keiser University online library web site
at: www.kcsnetlibrary.org to search a wide array of full text online databases from any Internet
connection.
Knife skills for chefs
Notes from the Registrar’s Office:
* If you are in need of a transcript make sure your student payments are current with the Bursar’s office and
fill out your request, located on the clipboard outside the Registrar’s office. Please note that we process transcripts every Thursday and they are ready for pick up by 2:00. If they are to be mailed they will go out in Friday’s mail.
* Please remember to call your instructor if you are absent or know you are going to be absent. This helps us
understand your needs so we may serve you better in many situations.
* If you have an address change or phone number change please update our office so we may
keep your information as current as possible in our system.
* Enrollment verification letters are available for insurance and job purposes through our office. We process these on an as needed basis but please remember to allow at least a 24 hour
processing time.
Alumni and Student News
Deborah Brown, Health Services Administration Graduate, September 2006
She was hired at Tallahassee Pediatrics to work in the office.
Beatrice Tynes, Medical Assisting Graduate, September 2006
She was hired at Dr. Fred Ross’s Office as a Medical Assistant
Monica White, Medical Assisting Graduate, September 2006
She was hired at Dr. Fred Ross’s Office as a Medical Assistant
Dana Stokes, Radiologic Technology Graduate, August 2006
She was hired by Guadalupe Valley Hospital as a Radiologic Technologist in
Texas!
Charlene Chambers, Medical Assisting Graduate, June 2006
She was hired at Neurology Associates as a Medical Assistant.
Emily Camp, Medical Assisting Graduate, July 2006
She was hired at Dr. Ford’s Office at Southeastern Dermatology as a Medical Assistant.
Lasonga Bennett, Health Services Administration Graduate, July 2006
She is working as an Administrative Assistant at the Department of Health.
Terry Hansford, Radiologic Technology Graduate, August 2006
He is working as a Radiologic Technologist at North West Community Hospital.
Antonina Knight, Radiologic Technology Graduate, August 2006
She is working at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare as a Radiologic Technologist
Antenette Mitchell, Accounting Graduate, September 2006
She was hired by Fiscal Management Solutions the day she had her interview!
Cassidy Parsons, Graphic Design Graduate, June 2006
He was hired as a Graphic Artist at Awards 4 U.
Daniel McBrearty, Computer Networking Graduate, June 2006
Daniel was hired at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare in their IT Department
Dejarius Bradley, Current student in Computer Networking
She recently completed an internship with the City of Tallahassee IT Department
Felisha Bell, Cybersecurity Graduate, June 2006
She was promoted to an Office Automation Specialist with the State Department Office of Insurance after completing her degree.
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A graduate speaks out about her time at Keiser University
Dear Keiser University,
I am honored that I have been given this opportunity to share my magnificent experiences I‘ve endured while attending Keiser University. Going back to school 2 years ago was the
last thing on my mind when I transitioned here from Dade County Florida in December 2001. I
had no family here that could motivate me to strive higher than my own expectations, until
Keiser College became my family. I was introduced to Dr. Sony Abad, Allied Health Department
Chair, my mentor, Ms. Doris Wilderman, Medical Assistant Coordinator, my advisor, Mr. John
Thornber, Medical Assistant Instructor, my shadow, and last but most definitely not the least Ms.
Becky Marsey, Director of Student Services, my advocate, just to name a few. All of the instructors at Keiser College kept my head up, and kept me focused on the prize. They are all mentors to
those that are willing to soak in all the information they offered. The staff at Keiser really involved themselves in my dream of achieving success, because I shared my dream. “Any dream
worth living is worth sharing with others. The person who shares his dream gets to watch it grow.
The synergy of shared ideas often takes it to a whole new level. The dream becomes greater than
the person launching it ever imagined it could be. And those who participate in it often adopt it
as their own dream”, a quote written by John C. Maxwell. In the daily devotional, “Leadership: Promises for Every Day”. This
quote was dated for today, September 27, 2006; page 294 (“Your Road Map for Success”). Also read, Ephesians 1:1.
Keiser University gave me a chance to catch the vision of this dream of becoming a Registered Medical Assistant. Keiser
University was a Horizon-that showed the incredible possibilities ahead. This encouraged me to further a career in Massage Therapy. The instructors were the Sun-that gave me warmth and hope. Each class was the Mountains- that represented the challenges
ahead. My family in Dade County represented the Birds- to inspire me to soar like eagles. My co-workers were the Flowers- to
remind me to enjoy the journey. GOD, the head of my life, showed the Path- to offer direction and security. Myself- I demonstrated my commitment in holding a GPA of 4.0 until my last semester. Them- the students showed where they fit into my
dream, when they communicated my beliefs that developed in them. “When you are willing to share a dream by including others, there’s almost no limit to what you can accomplish. The impossible comes within reach.”
I graduated with Honors at Keiser University with an Associates of Science Degree in Medical Assisting. I then passed
the National Board of American Medical Technology (AMT) examination, making me a Registered Medical Assistant. I am
pleased to announce that Tallahassee Neurology Associates is another link to my chain of success. My résumé stood out above
the rest, which landed me a positive position as a Medical Assistant along side Dr. Lucas Koberda, a board certified Neurologist,
with a growing company. Tallahassee Neurology Associates has given me another paintbrush, and this time the canvas is endless.
Thanks to all that played apart in the overwhelming obstacles that once lay ahead of me. Thanks to all that wouldn’t let me give
up and assured me that the career I chose was achievable.
Thank you, Keiser University,
Sincerely,
Charlene Chambers-Sharpe, RMA
Catch the vision of a dream that has no
Boundaries!!!!!!!!!
We are all lovin’ a dress down day!
Computer Graphics students await the
AAF Student ADDY Awards Competition
The competition is a unique national awards program designed specially for college students. Work entered at your local level can
move up to the regional and national judging, just like the work
entered by professionals across the country.
Applicants must be enrolled full- or part-time in an accredited U.S.
educational institution. Student interns are eligible to enter.
WISE
Submit work developed specifically for this competition or from
previous projects or student contests (work must be created while
the entrant is a student not employed in the advertising industry).
National winning entries may receive the following:
Finalist certificate—great for résumés and portfolios
Prestigious Student ADDY Award for first-place winners
$1,000 cash prize for National Best of Show winner
Please see Student Services for more details or
go to: www.addycompetition.com