Sandy Smith, Marketing Coordinator
sandy.smith@chattanoogastate.edu
(423) 697-3159

Tyner High Academy of Math, Science and Technology’s premier dance team, Exquisite, will perform at half-time during the last home game for Chattanooga State Community College men’s basketball team against Roane State Community College on Wednesday, February 9 at 8 p.m.

The Exquisite dance team is comprised of 15 dancers and three mangers under the supervision of faculty sponsor and dean of students at Tyner Academy, Rashaad A. Williams. Exquisite’s appearance was made possible by Chattanooga State volunteer, Leigh Ann Goebel of Hall Outdoor Advertising.

The game against Roane State marks the last home game for several sophomore members of the Tiger’s basketball team. These players include Philip Jurick, Latraius Mosley, Rayshawn Walker, Joshua Lee, Alex Dean, Abdur-Rahim Cooper, Stephen Cook, Alex Wells and Michael Robertson.

In addition to the men’s game, the Chattanooga State Lady Tigers will face off against Roane State’s women’s basketball team at 6 p.m. Admission to both games is free.

For information about athletic programs at Chattanooga State, logon www.chattanoogastate.edu/.

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Two faculty members from the nursing program at Chattanooga State Community College have been awarded grant funding by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The funding will allow associate professor Kathy Rose M.S.N., and assistant professor Charlotte Webb M.S.N., FNPBC to participate in an education consortium that will lay the foundation for inclusion of new evidence-based practices in student learning outcomes.

“Nursing faculty members who complete this training will join an elite group of nurse educators across the nation,” said Jim Catanzaro, Ph.D., president of Chattanooga State. “They will be raising the bar for nursing students to provide high quality and safe patient care in a health care environment that demands best practices for patient safety.”

The special training program is designed to equip selected faculty with the latest information and strategies for advancing quality and safety content in nursing curriculum. Innovative techniques for teaching this content to other faculty will lead to development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based curricular changes for nursing students.

“Because this concept is vital to our program it is necessary to assist the faculty in finding practical ways of incorporating research based clinical evidence into the associate degree curriculum,” said Cynthia Swafford, R.N., Ed.D., director of the nursing program. “Our ultimate goal is to produce graduates who base their practice on standards and evidence.”

The training program is presented by Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN), a nursing organization that is a leader in the nursing profession and healthcare reform.

For more information about the nursing program at Chattanooga State Community College, call 423.493.8740 or online at www.chattanoogastate.edu.

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On Friday, January 7, 2011, Chattanooga State Community College’s Humanities & Fine Arts Division will host its first annual “Young Writers Conference.” High school juniors, seniors and their teachers will participate in a fun filled day on the main campus that includes creative writing workshops and awards for the outstanding high school writers.

In late fall, invitations were sent to teachers of high school juniors and seniors in Hamilton and surrounding counties encouraging them to sign up to bring their classes. Interested students were asked to submit poems, short stories, or creative non-fiction essays to Chattanooga State prior to the conference. The best of the submitted material will be published in a journal to be distributed during the conference. In addition, prizes will be awarded for outstanding work in each of the three categories.

Conference registration begins at 8:30 a.m. in the lobby of the C. C. Bond Humanities Building. Attendees will have the opportunity to select from several sessions where they will get instruction in creative writing from Chattanooga State professors. The awards ceremony will take place in the faculty/staff dining room at 1 p.m. The day will conclude with a creative reading by Chattanooga State’s own Daniel Crocker, assistant professor of English. Mr. Crocker is the author of two collections of poetry, a collection of short fiction, and a novel.

According to Chattanooga State, assistant professor of English, William Teem, “our hope is that the students will leave each session with new insights as well as new pieces of their own creative work that they will have produced during the time with the professor.”
To learn more about the Humanities & Fine Arts Division and other academic divisions at Chattanooga State, logon www.chattanoogastate.edu.

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Sandy Smith, Marketing Coordinator
sandy.smith@chattanoogastate.edu
(423) 697-3159

Film and television production is no longer confined to New York and Hollywood. In fact, “the business” is presently booming in the Southeast, thanks to cheap labor and lower production costs. Chattanooga State Community College’s Professional Film and Television Training Program offers a series of fast-track, professional skills training courses for anyone interested in pursuing a career behind-the-scenes in the film and television business.

In as little as one semester, program participants can earn a certificate in a specific job category and be ready for the marketplace. Industry veterans teach classes. Most classes are offered on Wednesday evenings to avoid conflict with daytime work schedules.

The following classes will be offered during the spring semester:

Introduction to Film & Television Technology (PFTT 250) is a one-credit hour class that meets four Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; January 19 & 26, February 2 & 9. In this required entry-level course, students learn about the workings of the film and television business, and how to start a career.

Production Assistant Internship (PFTT 251) is a two-credit hour class that meets three Wednesdays from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Feb. 16, 23, & March 2. Students taking this class learn the art and craft of the production assistant – the traditional entry-level job of the film industry. In addition to the three required class meetings, students must complete 90 hours of internship by May 5, 2011.

Advanced Production Technology Practicum: Location Sound (PFTT 256) is a new class that offers three-credit hours. Class meets for five Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; March 16, 23, 30; and April 6, 13, 20 and 27. Class also will meet two Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 9 and April 23. A field trip is scheduled for Friday, April 29.
This course encompasses lecture, workshops and demonstrations that introduce students to the craft and terminology of film and television location sound recording. Once the course is completed, students are eligible for certification with the Chattanooga Film Commission as a location sound technician for the SE TN region. Film and television location sound recording is an area of growing need as film and TV production activity continues to rapidly expand in the Southeast.

Finally, Introduction to the Cinema (HUM 299) is another three-credit hour class that meets Monday nights from 5:30 to 8:20 p.m., January 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, and Apr. 4, 11, 18 and 25. This is not a technical class and should appeal to anyone with a passion for film. Students will learn why and how the cinema has emerged in the last century as one of the most powerful art forms ever devised. Through a study of some of the classic examples of the documentary and narrative forms, students will develop an appreciation for the artistry, technology and craftsmanship of the cinema. The major film genres will be explored. In addition, the major movements in international cinema and film’s relationship to other art forms will be highlighted. Students will develop a working vocabulary of the language of the cinema, along with an understanding of the essence of all great films – visual storytelling.

Interested students are strongly encouraged to register now to be assured a spot in the class or classes of their choice. For more information, please check out our Web site at www.chattanoogastate.edu/film or contact program director, Dave Porfiri, at (423) 894-8927 or dpvision@yahoo.com.

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Sandy Smith, Marketing Coordinator
sandy.smith@chattanoogastate.edu
(423) 697-3159

Ten outstanding Tennessee Technology Center (TTC) students were recognized recently during the annual TTC Student of the Year luncheon at Chattanooga State Community College. The nominees were selected by their instructors from among 2,200 TTC students. In addition to community service, the nominees were chosen for their leadership, attendance and performance in the classroom. The students attended the luncheon accompanied by the instructors who nominated them for the honor.

Motorcycle and marine engine technology student, David Edney won the title of Outstanding Student of the Year for 2010-2011. Originally from Great Falls, Virginia, Mr. Edney came to Chattanooga when his wife Erin landed a job as an accountant.
A graduate of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona, he is a retired United States Air Force veteran with 20 years of service.
While serving in the Air Force, Mr. Edney worked with satellite control and radio tracking operations. He went on to teach those skills to others. Later he worked with Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM). Before retiring, Mr. Edney also taught at the International Officers’ Training School where 89 countries from around the world were represented.

David Edney is involved in the TTC’s Motor Sports Club and Skills USA organizations. He will go on to compete on the state level against students selected by other technology centers. The grand prize awarded to the winner of the Outstanding Student of the Year state competition is a new car. The car is purchased with contributions from the state vocational chancellor and each of the TTC directors statewide.

Last year’s TTC Outstanding Student of the Year winner, Nicholas Daddona, offered advice to the nominees about competing on the state level. He urged the winner to “put (his) heart and soul into preparing for the next level” of competition. He attributes a lack of focus to his unsuccessful bid for the statewide title. Since graduating from the TTC’s massage therapy program last spring, Mr. Daddona has embarked on a public speaking tour in his native state of North Carolina. He attributes his new found vocation to serving as the National Secretary of Skills USA 2009-2010.

Nominees included Barbara Berry, a business systems technology student nominated by her instructor, Glenda Goodwin. Ms. Berry, a former factory worker, returned to school after she was laid-off from her job. Her instructor describes her as a person of integrity and trustworthiness. “She has perfect attendance and is never late,” says Ms. Goodwin.

Computer operations technology instructor, Jill Wentworth, nominated Josh Coffelt. Ms. Wentworth described Coffelt as a straight ‘A’ student who helps his fellow classmates and always exceeds expectations.”

Electricity/electronics instructor, Hugh Vines, chose nominee David Holmes. Mr. Vines described Holmes as having perfect attendance, a superior work ethic and the capacity to “follow instructions to the letter.”

Industrial maintenance instructor, David Burgess, nominated two students. Jay McNabb and Zeda Price were chosen for their leadership abilities in the classroom and in the community.

Jimmy Jones, motorcycle and marine technology instructor said the credentials of his three nominees were just too close to select only one. The outstanding attendance record, classroom performance and community outreach of David Edney, Clyde Synder and Jamie Russo warranted the recognition of all three students.

Welding instructor, Garry Holland, also nominated a trio of his best students. They included David George, Don Pogue and Diana Robinson. David George works part-time at American Display and plans to pursue an associate of applied technology degree when he completes the welding program. Don Pogue is a veteran who completed two tours of duty in Iraq. Ms. Robinson moved to Chattanooga from Huntsville, Al where she worked in industrial electronics until she was laid off from her job at Red Stone Arsenal. “I literally came here following the Volkswagen plant,” she says.

Those judging the contest admitted that the task was extremely difficult because of the outstanding resumes of each of the nominees. Judges included Debbie Adams, assistant vice president, Student Affairs; Doug Byrd, counselor, Career Services and Counseling; Sandra Cooke, enrollment services counselor, TTC; Julius Dodds, director, Eastgate site and Center for Education and Human Services; Jerome Gober, director and affirmative action officer, Human Resources; and Stephanie Hollis, counselor, Career Services and Counseling.

The Tennessee Technology Center at Chattanooga State Community College is the largest vocational training facility in the Tennessee Board of Regents system with me than2,300 students, 21 one-year diploma programs and seven certificate programs. A total of 42 faculty and staff members are available to instruct, advise and mentor students. For more information about TTC programs and admissions logon to http://www.chattanoogastate.edu/ttc/index.html or call (423) 697-4433.

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Sandy Smith, Marketing Coordinator
sandy.smith@chattanoogastate.edu
(423) 697-3159

The worst of times has turned into the best of times for the Engineering Technology Division at Chattanooga State Community College. The loss of jobs due to cut backs and companies moving over seas in search of cheaper labor, as well as the increased demand for skilled workers in modern manufacturing industries, has led to a 300 per cent enrollment increase in the Engineering Technology program within the last two years.

Under the expert leadership of Dean Tim McGhee, the engineering technology division has positioned itself as a responsive and supportive partner when addressing the training needs of businesses located in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia. The relationships Chattanooga State has formed with the Volkswagen Group of America, the Tennessee Valley Authority, EPB, McKee Foods, Alstrom, Miller Industries, Westinghouse, Whirlpool and Wrigley, have opened access to careers in green technology, energy, automotive, and consumer goods manufacturing for its graduates. According to McGhee, “Chattanooga is getting back to a goods-producing economy, and you have to have a highly skilled work force for that.”

The Engineering Technology Division boasts a 95 per cent hire rate for graduates in their area of study. The salaries these graduates receive are highly competitive with many of them starting at $43,000 per year or more.

The division offers an associate of applied science degree in three different areas. Graduates in engineering technology choose from among the civil; construction; design/drafting; manufacturing; mechanical; Motorsports; non-destructive testing; nuclear power; QA/QC; or radiation protection areas of concentration.

The A.A.S. degree in electronics/electric offers concentrations in automated controls, computer systems and solar energy technology. The industrial maintenance technology degree has chemical, elctromechanical and automotive production concentrations.

An articulation agreement with the School of Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga makes it possible for Chattanooga State students to smoothly transition into a bachelor’s program. The 2+2 transfer programs include construction management, pre-engineering and engineering technology management. In addition to the degree programs, the engineering technology division offers a CAD certificate.

While in years past considered a male dominated career field, the number of women choosing engineering technology as a career path is steadily growing. Engineering Tech’s growth at Chattanooga State can also be attributed to its appeal to different age groups. Everyone from first time freshmen to older students, some with degrees in other areas, are interested in pursing engineering technology.

“Chattanooga has such a bright future,” says Jeff Olingy, vice president for economic and community development at Chattanooga State. “A lot of people are going back to college to prepare for that visibly bright future.”

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Sandy Smith, Marketing Coordinator
sandy.smith@chattanoogastate.edu
(423) 697-3159

Chattanooga State honors Erlanger’s gift to Health Sciences

Chattanooga State Community College will honor Erlanger Hospital’s generous contributions totaling $500,000 to the “We have the fever!” Health Science Campaign during a ceremony on December 1 at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Health Science Center.

The registered nursing, practical nursing and medical assisting programs will bear the name of Baroness Erlanger for a term of five years. Jim Brexler, Erlanger CEO and Lynn Whisman, chief nursing officer at Erlanger, will represent the hospital. Dr. Jim Catanzaro, president of Chattanooga State; Dr. Fannie Hewlett, provost and vice president of academic affairs; Dr. Cynthia Swafford, director, registered nursing program; Lucy Hampton, director, practical nursing, surgical technology and medical assisting programs; and two current students in the nursing program will extend thanks on behalf of the College during the ceremony.

The naming opportunity is honorary and in no way impacts the accreditation of the registered nursing, practical nursing and medical assisting programs. The ceremony is expected to last 30 minutes.

For more information about supporting Chattanooga State with gifts and bequests, contact Holly Reeve, associate vice president, Leadership and Fund Development at (423) 697-2656 or holly.reeve@chattanoogastate.edu.

Chattanooga State Community College will honor Erlanger Hospital’s generous contributions totaling $500,000 to the “We have the fever!” Health Science Campaign during a ceremony on December 1 at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Health Science Center.

The registered nursing, practical nursing and medical assisting programs will bear the name of Baroness Erlanger for a term of five years. Jim Brexler, Erlanger CEO and Lynn Whisman, chief nursing officer at Erlanger, will represent the hospital. Dr. Jim Catanzaro, president of Chattanooga State; Dr. Fannie Hewlett, provost and vice president of academic affairs; Dr. Cynthia Swafford, director, registered nursing program; Lucy Hampton, director, practical nursing, surgical technology and medical assisting programs; and two current students in the nursing program will extend thanks on behalf of the College during the ceremony.

The naming opportunity is honorary and in no way impacts the accreditation of the registered nursing, practical nursing and medical assisting programs. The ceremony is expected to last 30 minutes.

For more information about supporting Chattanooga State with gifts and bequests, contact Holly Reeve, associate vice president, Leadership and Fund Development at (423) 697-2656 or holly.reeve@chattanoogastate.edu.

Sandy Smith, Marketing Coordinator

sandy.smith@chattanoogastate.edu

(423) 697-3159

The Marketing department at Chattanooga State Community College was recently recognized for its outstanding performance in marketing and public relations at the 2010 District 2 National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) Medallion Awards in Miami, Florida. NCMPR is a national organization that connects marketing and PR professionals at community and technical colleges through networking opportunities, recognizing outstanding achievements and professional development.

Chattanooga State’s Marketing department entered nine categories, which resulted in six awards. Gold medallions were awarded to the College in two categories. The Online Achievement Book won in the Electronic Viewbook category, while the Online Orientation won in the category for Online Services.

The Online Schedule received a Silver Medallion in the Electronic Class Schedule/Catalog category. The Early College Video snagged silver in the category for
College Promotional Videos. Completing the trifecta of Silver Medallions, the Campus Map won in the category for Innovation in Technology.

The final award won by Chattanooga State was as Bronze Medallion in the category for Video Advertisement/PSA Series. The five commercial series, “Thanks,” produced in partnership with Atomic Films, tied with Palm Beach State College for bronze.

“The field of advertising and promotion has changed tremendously with recent advancements in technology. I am very fortunate to have a staff that has met the challenge to keep up with the fast-changing world of social media. The Internet is well established as a medium and the online audience is growing rapidly. This has resulted in a ‘big picture’ approach to our marketing at ChattState. We are very proud of the advances we have made in our Web site and apparently our fellow marketers agree,” commented Patty Brown, director of marketing and communications at Chattanooga State.

The Marketing department at Chattanooga State is distinctive among colleges in that most of the work produced is done in-house by a marketing staff of nine. In addition to director Patty Brown, the staff includes Annette Alsobrooks, coordinator for publications and special events; Sandy Smith, coordinator for public relations; Vickie Boles, coordinator of Web services; Heidi Cawood, graphic designer, videographer and social media; Betty Proctor, graphic designer, public relations for off-campus sites and advisor to the student newspaper; and Shana Satterfield, office supervisor. In addition, Charles Fannin and Shawn Hiser are important members of the marketing team who assist the coordinator of Web services with the maintenance and upkeep of the College’s Web site.

NCMPR’s District 2 includes 11 southern states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The organization’s exclusive representation of marketing and public relations professionals at community and technical colleges across the country is unique.

“We also have entered the National Paragon awards which will be announced in March of 2011,” says Mrs. Brown. The 2011 Conference: Creative Revolution will take place in Philadelphia.

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Award-winning author Marty Essen will present his high-energy, adventure-filled multimedia show, “Around the World in 90 Minutes,” at Chattanooga State Community College on Wednesday, November 17, at 6 p.m. in Room 1085 of the Health Science Center.  Essen is the second speaker welcomed to Chattanooga State as part of the newly-established President’s Distinguished Speakers Series.  The event is open to the public free of charge.

Author of the book, Cool Creatures, Hot Planet: Exploring the Seven Continents, Essen is a celebrated travel writer who is also noted for his commitment to and passion for environmental and wildlife conservation.  His engaging, dynamic presentation blends a narrative of interesting facts and humorous stories with numerous stunning images taken during his travels.  According to Essen, he strives to create an entertaining atmosphere “where the audience has fun laughing at the stories, oohing and aahing at the photos.”  However, he emphasizes that his goal is to educate.  “I hope that when an audience leaves, they realize how much they have learned.”

Highlights of Essen’s show include:

• Amazing animal facts
• Debunking animal myths
• Cuddly wallaroos and spiny walking sticks
• Charging elephants and howling wolves
• Deadly snakes and friendly penguins
• Bizarre creatures and endangered species
• Swimming with piranhas
• Kayaking in the rainforest
• Hiking with the Porcupine caribou migration
• Rafting with humpback whales
• Surviving a hippo attack in Zimbabwe

Marty Essen has won multiple book awards for travel/essay writing, including the Benjamin Franklin Award, the Best Books Book Award, and the National Indie Excellence Award.  In addition, he won a first place award at the 2009 Green Book Festival in Los Angeles and the Minneapolis Star-Tribune recently named his book, Cool Creatures, Hot Planet, as a top ten “green” publication.

For more information about Marty Essen’s visit to Chattanooga State and the “Around the World in 90 Minutes” program, contact Mary Knaff, director for multicultural programs, by telephone at 423.697.3371 or by email at mary.knaff@chattanoogastate.edu.

For more information about Chattanooga State Community College and its educational programs, call the Chattanooga State information hotline at 423-697-4404 or toll free at 1-866-547-3733 or visit the College’s web site at www.chattanoogastate.edu.

Chattanooga State Community College is a comprehensive, regionally accredited community college, operated under the policies and guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents College System.  Founded in 1965 and serving a six-county area in Southeast Tennessee, Chattanooga State offers a wide array of programs and services.