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Foundation footnotes Summer 2013 Mission The mission of the Paul B. Sharar Foundation is to provide monetary and advisory support to Clinton Community College. Paul B. Sharar Foundation for Clinton Community College 563-244-7040 www.eicc.edu In This Edition: + Nancy’s Story + Graduation + GED Graduation + Coming to CCC + Cougars Schedules + QC Arts Visiting Artist Schedule Announced + Advanced Manufacturing Center Opens + OKTOBERFEST Returns! Sharar Foundation Donors are life-changing EVERY DAY! How do we know this? CCC students tell us! “It is people like you who inspire a student like me to follow their dreams with your support. Thank you!” “Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community. I hope one day I will be able to help others achieve their goals just as you have helped me achieve mine.” “Thanks for funding this scholarship. Generous people are helping to make my educational career come to life. This scholarship gives me extra enthusiasm to pursue my way through college with high goals that I plan to achieve.” “Thank you! You have not only given me the gift of financial support, but you also have given out of the kindness of your heart. Your gift will always have an impact on my life.” Thank YOU! Interested in changing a life? Call the Sharar Foundation at 563-244-7040 for more information, or visit our web site at www.eicc.edu or e-mail Ann Eisenman at [email protected]. C o l l e g e N e w s 65th Annual CCC Graduation Visit www.eicc.edu for a list of 2013 graduates. Congratulations to the 200 Graduates of the Class of 2013! 65th Annual Clinton Community College Graduation Monday, May 13, 2013 GED Graduation Congratulations to the 200 Graduates of the Class of 2013! 65th Annual Clinton Community College Graduation Monday, May 13, 2013 The Paul B. Sharar Foundation C o l l e g e N e w s Congratulations to the Clinton Community College Class of 2013! Baldwin, IA Joshua Delbert Daniels Sierra Nichole Rauch Bellevue, IA Amanda Renee Tott Camanche, IA Janice L. Alksnis Alicia M. Burken Alison Coverdell Taylor Michael Fisher Rodney D. Giddings Lois Ione Hartman Ann Marie Hines Jennifer Ann Kemp Andrea Jean Lewis Crystle Renee Liebhart Jacob Mussmann Jacob D. Peterson Joni Taylor Sanders Frank Shirley Brittney Morgan Swalve Sasha Sandra Temple Laken Williams Charlotte, IA Mitchell Bielenberg Eleni Coleen Boesch Clinton, IA Ronda Elizabeth Abbott Katherine L. Akin Amanda Rae Bebensee Bradley Bechtel Ahren Blake Shawn W. Bloomhuff Suzanne Elizabeth Bolton Orion Paige Bredekamp Tyler Steven Cahoy Beau C.L. Cartee Owen Clausen Brady Crigger Aubrianna Druce Stephanie Rose Duchow Natalie R. Dunham Amber N. Eagle Robert H. Ehredt II Amber Marie Foley Jamy Rose Foley Teresa Frondle Matthew Benjamin Fuegen Christina Louise Giddings Cody Gill Debra LaQuita Good Joseph James Gundelfinger Leigh Ann Hale Jeremy Joseph Harrison Matt Hickey Melissa J. Houston Randy Lee Hudson Kyle Jordan Jackson Melinda G. James Jennifer Sue Johnson Valencia Johnson Kenneth R. Johnson, Jr. Jennifer J. Keenan Christina Vae Kokjohn Amy J. Leslie Chelsea Rene' Manikowski Dale Edwin Martin Denise May Melissa Renee McNamara Patricia Ann Michel Zachary W. Moog Andrea Rose Mullaley Regina Lynn Mullaley Alicia N. Mussman Erica Nelson James Nelson John H. Nelson Morgan Nelson Kristin Ottens Matthew John Otto Amber Peters Susan Kay Petersen Dominique Petrillo Lori Ann Pranger Tiffany Prince Arlene Ann Rannfeldt Taylor Rippon Brendon Roggendorf Shauna Suzanne Rollins Jaqueline Leigh Santiago Emily Joy Schuetzle Amanda Nichole Schwegel Heather N. Scobee Kelly Ann Seitz Matthew James Shaw Angie Lee Skiff Samantha Smith Lisa J. Steen William Ray Trude Brian James Turner Alexander Thomas Van Buer Shannon Catherine Voss Maria Wagemester Jennifer Weaver Rachael Wenzl Alexis Jane Wierenga Shelley R. Williams Lisa Ann Witt DeWitt, IA Jenna Leigh Block Adam Cavanaugh Brian A. Griep Jesse Hawthorne Waylon Henningsen Loren David Knudson Cody Nelson Shelby-Jo Prier Davenport, IA Abbie Appleby Race Xavier-Bravo Terronez** Tanner O. Viren New Liberty, IA Danika Raye Marten Kirksville, MO Amanda M. Comstock Preston, IA Kaylee Renee Driscoll Cole Michael Kelly Cory James Reuter Rowlett, TX Taneka Williamson Delmar, IA Jamie Ahrens Amber Dawn Franzen Spencer David Schneden Krystle Renee Grant Nicole Ann Gruhn Teeds Grove, IA Jonathan E. Bainbridge Waterloo, IA Steven Charles Brown Welton, IA Angela Hoover Elwood, IA Brent Paulsen Genevieve M. Shomaker Wheatland, IA Ashley Dawn O'Neill Dixon, IL Rebecca Sue Ranken Goose Lake, IA Taylor P. Bartels Gail M. Witt Erie, IL Laykin Anne-Ruth Mlekush Grand Mound, IA Meghan Alissa Berger Rebecca Leigh Bray Alexandria Meggers Lost Nation, IA Victoria Anderson Kristin E. Bitting Stephanie Nicole Breeden Kathleen Susan Keitel Maquoketa, IA Bryan Agnitsch Drake Barten Michael Bielenberg Abby Lynn Carter Jerit Clark Colton Fey Jordan M.P. Fullerton Amber Humphrey Brandon Marshall Kelley Lyn Sanger Tonia Sue Thola Lesley Armella Wagner Angelica Rose Walsh Nathaniel D. Ward Zachary M. Watts John David Weber Jacqueline Marie Wright Lyndon, IL Brandi L. Cooper Morrison, IL Olivia Ann Adolph Jacklyn Blanche Hanson Meghan Houzenga Rock Falls, IL Colby Matthew Snyder Savanna, IL David William Klein Sterling, IL Emily Marie Carroll Thomson, IL Kristopher M. Corrigeux Taryn J. Schleuning McCausland, IA Misty Dawn Cullison Miles, IA Kathryn Jean Stewart Brittany Marie Volquardsen Sabula, IA Matthew Jerold Earles Fulton, IL Kyle Lee Crosthwaite Holly Marie DeWitte Courtney Raquel Gaul Amber Grant Rebecca A. Kennedy Justin A. Teal Matthew J. Thompson Abra Prudence Venhuizen Wayne S. Walsh Valparaiso, IN Kelly J. McCartney St. Paul, MN Rico D. Phillips St. Albans 3021, Victoria, Australia Dane Barun The Paul B. Sharar Foundation C o l l e g e Community College Month Events The Paul B. Sharar Foundation N e w s C o l l e g e N e w s Coming T o CCC. . . To Back to College Night at the LumberKings Sponsored by the CCC Student Senate & Ashford University Tickets available at CCC and area business partners Thursday, August 22, 2013 – 5:30 p.m. Ashford University Field, Clinton Cruising With the Cougars Car Show Sponsored by the CCC Student Senate Saturday, September 21, 2013 - 9:00 a.m. CCC - 1000 Lincoln Blvd., Clinton OKTOBERFEST 2013 Sponsored by the CCC Alumni Association, join us for LIVE MUSIC, delicious food, and 30 beers to sample. Friday, October 18, 2013 — 6:30 p.m. Wild Rose Casino, Clinton Holidayfest Craft Fair 2013 Admission to the event is free with a pantry or personal hygiene item Sunday, November 24, 2013 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Visiting Artist Series Offered from September through April Eagle Watch Lock & Dam 13 Fulton IL 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday, January 4, 2014 CCC B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run Register @ www.eicc.edu/brrry Race Starts @ Noon Saturday, February 1, 2014 Horticulture in the Heartland Saturday, March 1, 2014 CCC Alumni Association Trivia Night CCC Auditorium 6:30 PM Friday, March 28, 2014 ENCORE ENrichment COurses for REtirees Spring 2014 Visit www.eicc.edu for more information. The Paul B. Sharar Foundation S t u d e n t I n f o r m a t i o n CLINTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE REGISTR ATION EGISTRA It’s not too late to register for summer classes at Clinton Community College. Our advisors can assist as you consider courses to enhance your career or to start a new career. Register today for summer or fall classes at Clinton Community College! Fall 2013 August 26 September 23 October 18 October 21 December 12, 13, 16 December 17 Fall Classes Begin 12-Week Session Begins First 8-Week Session Ends Second 8-Week Session Begins Final Exams Term Ends CHECK LIST HOW TO BECOME A COLLEGE STUDENT 1. FILL OUT THE ADMISSIONS APPLICATION You can apply online or complete the paper application. There is no application fee. Visit www.eicc.edu/apply. 2. COMPLETE FINANCIAL AID PAPERWORK AND APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS • FAFSA The FAFSA is available online at www.fafsa.gov. The CCC Financial Aid Office can assist with any questions a potential student may have. • Scholarships Clinton Community College offers numerous scholarship opportunities through the Paul B. Sharar Foundation as well as other scholarship programs. Visit www.eicc.edu/scholarships for more information about these awards and the online application. 3. ADVISING AND REGISTRATION Make an appointment with Student Services to see an Academic Advisor to discuss career goals, assessment & class placement, and to register for Orientation and your courses. 4. PAY FOR YOUR CLASSES Tuition and fees are due prior to the start of the term. There are many options to pay for your classes. Visit with our Business Office to discuss payment arrangements. 5. TEXTBOOKS AND OTHER CLASS MATERIALS Our CCC Bookstores offers textbooks and other required materials for your college courses. Students receiving financial aid may be able to charge their textbooks to their financial aid package. Contact the college bookstores for information about textbooks www.eicc.edu. 6. ORIENTATION CCC hosts new student orientation. All students are notified of the date and time. Orientation offers students an opportunity to tour campus, learn about good study skills, student resources and other essential information. The Paul B. Sharar Foundation • College Information • Financial Aid Overview • Information on College Services • Degree and Transfer Information • College Tour • Individual Advising Session • Development of Student Academic Degree Plan • New Student Academic Advising • Registration for Classes Requirements for All Students • Assessment and Placement • Enforcement of Prerequisites • Registration and payment prior to first day of Class (August 26) In planning for fall classes, consider the following dates: July 15 Financial Aid Priority Deadline Students applying for financial aid by the deadline will be guaranteed availability of eligible award prior to registration. Students applying for financial aid after that date will need to make other arrangements to pay by the payment deadline, including signing up for the FACTS payment plan, while their application is processed. August 12 Tuition Payment Due Date August 21 New Student Orientation Deadline August 23 Final Registration Deadline Last day for students to register for classes that begin on August 26. Contact the college at 563-244-7001 or e-mail to Jenny Green at [email protected] to schedule an appointment with an advisor. LEARN More. Start your future at Clinton Community College! Iowa’s Community Colleges benefit communities through increased employment opportunities, improved business revenues and a high-skilled workforce. Community Colleges provide a skilled workforce to meet employer’s demands in the future. Seven out of 10 fastest growing occupations in Iowa between 2008 and 2018 require postsecondary education. Nearly 34% of open positions in Iowa require an education level equal to an associate’s degree or higher. In addition, Community College students completing their degree have a 24% rate of return on their education investment in the first ten years after completion. C o m m u n i t y E v e n t s QUAD CITIES VISITING ARTIST SERIES RETURNS Clinton Community College is pleased to announce upcoming performances for the 2013-14 Visiting Artist season. This is the 40th year that CCC has offered these performances for the community as part of the Quad Cities Arts, a program that strives to make the program accessible to people of all walks of life, including students, seniors, and working people. Performances will be held in both Clinton and in Maquoketa throughout the year. Scheduled performances include: Clinton Community College – CCC Technology Center, 941 Manufacturing Drive, Clinton. Meg Okura – Asian Jazz Crossover - Wednesday, October 9 – 7:00 p.m. Composer, erhu player and premiere jazz violinist Meg Okura leads of groups of virtuosi inventing and defining “World chamber jazz” today. The ensemble mixes a classically trained mastery of strings, piano and drums with quick-witted compositional twist performed with high energy. Jen Chapin Trio - Folk Trio - Tuesday, March 25– 7:00 p.m. Praised as “…soulfully poetic urban folk music”, this is a blend of funky folk and earthy jazz. Chapin has been honored by the USA Songwriting Competition. CCC Maquoketa Center – CCC Maquoketa Center, 501 West Washington Street, Maquoketa. Destino – Pop Opera Quartet - Tuesday, December 3 – 7:00 p.m. Made up of 3 young men and a young woman that love making beautiful music together, Destino has created something completely different – two very different voices and two very different instrumentalists, all able to stand on their own, but together forming a truly talented and unique troop. Galumpha - Comedic Dance - Tuesday, January 21 – 7:00 p.m. Combining stunning acrobatics, striking visual effects, physical comedy and inventive choreography, Galumpha brings to life a world of innovation, beauty, muscle and merriment. The three performers create a sensory feast of images ranging from the ridiculous to the sublime. A DVANCED M ANUF ACTURING C ENTER O PENS ANUFACTURING This new Advanced Manufacturing Center is located on the high school grounds adjacent to the CCC-Maquoketa Center, and is attached by a passageway to the building that contains the high school welding program. During the construction project, funds were invested to remodel the exterior of the welding shop and create a larger remodeled classroom for students. The new addition is approximately 3,300 square feet of lab space for students to work on manufacturing equipment. The manufacturing center houses four horizontal mills, four vertical mills, eight Haas CNC simulators, a robotic plasma cutter, and two robotic welders. Over $550,000 has been invested into the new center from the Maquoketa School District, Clinton Community College/ Eastern Iowa Community Colleges, and through an Accelerated Career Education grant from the State of Iowa. This facility will be used for training of high school students, as well as, those in the surrounding communities seeking to upgrade skills or be trained in the entry level skills necessary for work in manufacturing technology. The first class in Introduction to Manufacturing will begin on July 22nd. For information, contact Clinton Community College at 563-244-7001. Ì Ì Ì Amount of gift or pledge: _____________________ I want my gift to support: Ì This is my gift for the Paul. B. Sharar Foundation. Gift Enclosed Please Bill me on ______________ (date) I will continue this support for ______ years. ______ The area of greatest need ______ Staff Development Ì Donate Online at www.eicc.edu Ì ______ Program Support ______ Student Scholarships Other _______________________________________________________ I have remembered the Paul B. Sharar Foundation in my will. Name ____________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________ City ____________________________________________ State ________ Zip __________________ Phone _______________________________ E-mail Address ________________________________________ Contributor’s Signature _______________________________________________ Date ___________________________ Return to: The Paul B. Sharar Foundation, 1000 Lincoln Blvd., Clinton, IA 52732 The Paul B. Sharar Foundation C o l l e g e N e w s Outstanding Faculty/Staff Member is Shirley Turnis Shirley has taken on new duties this academic year being named a mentor/trainer for online instructors on the Clinton campus. She holds help sessions, and works with individual instructors with their technology problems. Along with assisting instructors on campus, she has attended trainings to keep current with our online consortium. In addition to the mentor trainer, Shirley has been an active member of the district Developmental Math committee, revamping the Developmental Education Math offerings to assist students working toward the college level Math to give them the best courses to take to reach their academic goals. Shirley has piloted 2 of the courses on our campus, Prealgebra, and Math Literacy. Shirley is also an advisor for Phi Theta Kappa. She is involved in many aspects of the honor society from preparing eligible student lists to writing the script and program for the induction ceremony. She has taken PTK students to volunteer at the Children’s Cancer camp. Most importantly, Shirley is an excellent Math instructor both in the classroom and online. She is very patient with students, and cares about their success in the classroom. This semester she even held office hours in the open computer lab, so Math Literacy students could come in to use the MyMath Lab and have assistance from Shirley if needed. Shirley Turnis is an outstanding example of an instructor going above and beyond, not only for students, but her fellow faculty members as well. Outstanding Alumnus is Ruthann Papke Ruthann Papke is a proud graduate of Clinton Community College, attending college at a time when her three children were young AND she was assisting on the family farm. Ruthann served as Vice President of Patient Care Services for Mercy Medical Center – Clinton. With her encouragement, numerous healthcare professionals have pursued higher education degrees & training. In retirement, Ruthann continues to serve as a Magnate Appraiser for the American Nurses Association nurturing other healthcare facilities throughout the country as an ANA magnate appraiser. As a community volunteer, Ruthann nurtures organizations such as the Clinton Library Board and our own Paul B. Sharar Foundation where she will complete a two-year term as president in August. Under her leadership the Sharar Foundation continues to grow and expand assistance to the students and programs of CCC. Ruthann supports education – literallythrough the Ruthann Papke Nursing Scholarship at Clinton Community College. A vocal supporter of the college, Ruthann has written Guest Editorials, promoted CCC activities and continues to encourage people to explore CCC offerings in health care. Congratulations to the Clinton Community College Alumni Associations Outstanding Awards Recipients for 2013! Alumni Association Membership Form Name ____________________________________ Maiden ___________________ Address __________________________________ Phone ____________________ City ________________________________ State ________ Zip ____________ Email ________________________________________________________________ Yr. Graduated/Last Attended _________________ Program __________________ Highest Degree Earned (Any College) ______________________________________ Colleges Attended ______________________________________________________ Spouses’s Name ______________________________ Is Spouse an Alum? Y / N Applying For Membership: R Annual ($10) R Lifetime ($100) As a R Graduate R Former Student R Friend of the College R Payment is attached. (Make checks payable to Clinton Community College Alumni Association.) R Please bill me. Community Activities ___________________________________________________ Mail to: Clinton Community College Alumni Association, 1000 Lincoln Blvd., Clinton, Iowa 52732 Alumni Associate C o l l e g e N e w s OUTST ANDING! OUTSTANDING! The Clinton Community College Alumni Association honored outstanding contributions to CCC by awarding their 32nd Annual Outstanding Awards on Tuesday, May 14. Outstanding Business Associate is Tim Wright of Wagner Pharmacy Dr. Timothy A Wright is the owner and CEO at Wagner Pharmacy Company, and is responsible for the business planning, financial management, and marketing and sales aspects of the organization. Tim is a 1999 Fulton High School graduate, completed his Associates of Arts and Associates of Science degrees at Clinton Community College, and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. While continuing his pursuit of his education, service in the USMC included 2 years of active service, followed by a deployment to Fallujah, Iraq. During breaks from his service, Tim completed his Doctorate in Pharmacy from Midwestern University’s Chicago College of Pharmacy. Tim and wife Nora began working for Wagner Pharmacy Company in 2008, and purchased the company in 2010. Since 2011, Wagner Pharmacy has funded a scholarship for students studying pre-pharmacy through the Paul B. Sharar Foundation. In 2012, Tim served as the Keynote Speaker at the annual CCC Alumni Association Student Leader Luncheon. Tim represents CCC as an outstanding graduate and an outstanding business partner. Outstanding Friend of the College is Karen Friis Karen Friis is the “Go-To” person the community depends on. She has served as Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce Administrative Services Coordinator since 1995 and is such a valuable contact for so many in the community. Karen has served on the CCC Administrative & Office Support Advisory Panel for 10 years. In addition to assisting in a vital role for one of the CCC programs, Karen is a willing partner in gathering information about the community, share information via the Chamber and look for suggestions to connect to the community. Karen is one of those people who willingly shares of herself. She serves on the advisory committee for our AOS program and is always willing to provide guidance to help us improve the program. Anytime we need to advertise an event at CCC, Karen helps to post the event with the weekly email from the Chamber. She also gathers information for the CVB. In all she does, she does so in a thoughtful, kind, caring manner. Karen is a friend to all of us, but especially CCC. Outstanding! Outstanding Volunteer is Amy Leslie The 2013 Outstanding Volunteer is Amy Leslie. Amy represents us by her student involvement, as a voice for the student body, as a strong advocate for CCC and our Student Success Center. Amy has been instrumental in college events such as the Cruising with the Cougars Car Show, Adopt R Campus and Highway Cleanups, Stop the Hate/Show the Love walk, MLK celebration, evening refreshments and plus many more. Amy spoke out on behalf of other students by attending the Legislative session in Des Moines, representing the Student Body during Congressman Bruce Braley’s visit, attending the APCA/SWLC (Association for Programing of Campus Activities/ Statewide Leadership Conference), attending the Social Injustice roundtable discussions, and attending the State domestic violence and transitional housing forum. Amy is dedicated, energetic, enthusiastic and committed and truly outstanding! Outstanding Graduate is Cory Reuter Cory Reuter is an excellent example of a nontraditional student who returns to college for a new career. Cory turned his recovery from a major injury into strengthening his mind and body. Cory earned an Associate of Science Degree in PreEngineering and will continuing his education at the University of Iowa in the fall. His academic achievements include President’s and Deans’ lists, Phi Theta Kappa honorary society, Paul B. Sharar Foundation scholarship recipient, and recognition as a scholar on the 2013 All-Iowa Academic Team. Cory has been an excellent tutor in the Student Success Center. He is humble and is gracious in thanking those who have helped in along the way. He has been a cheerleader for many, and always is encouraging to all students. Cory is truly outstanding! Alumni Associate S t u d e n t N e w s S TUDENT L EADERS R ECOGNIZED Clinton Community College student leaders were recognized by the CCC Alumni Association at the annual Student Leader Luncheon held on April 11. CCC students are nominated by staff and faculty members, and recognized for their leadership in the classroom, on campus and in the community. Keynote speaker was James Law, a CCC graduate and founder of SolRWind. Mr. Law shared his insights into leadership both in the community and in the boardroom. CCC President Karen Vickers and CCC Alumni Association Kris Hingstrum honored the students at the event. The student leaders recognized include: Pete Andresen - Clinton, IA John Bainbridge - Teeds Grove, IA Traci Corwin - Clinton, IA Allison Coverdell - Camanche, IA Amber Eagle - Clinton, IA Amanda Fisher - Clinton, IA Courtney Gaul - Fulton, IL Christina Giddings - Clinton, IA Taryn Gill - Thomson, IL Mikayla Hlubek - DeWitt, IA Lewis Jones - Clinton, IA Jeffrey Jordan - Fulton, IL Rebecca Kennedy - Fulton, IL Aubrey Lasche - DeWitt, IA Amy Leslie - Clinton, IA Crystle Liebhart - Camanche, IA Avery Mulholland - Clinton, IA Jennifer Murphy - Maquoketa, IA Lori Pranger - Clinton, IA Arlene Rannfeldt - Clinton, IA Cory Reuter - Preston, IA Trevor Schutte - Clinton, IA Heather Scobee - Clinton, IA Jennifer Smith - Clinton, IA Teresa Smith - Sabula, IA Misty Stillings - Clinton, IA Andrew Temperly - Clinton, IA Tonia Thola - Maquoketa, IA Jayson VanDeneinde - Camanche, IA Justin Wallace - Clinton, IA Jarica Whitney - Clinton, IA Britteny Wolfe - Clinton, IA Congratulations to the CCC Cougar athletes who were recognized for their outstanding efforts both on the court and in the classroom. 1st team academic all region XI and ICCAC –Basketball Kimani Stevens (3.6 gpa), Volleyball Joce Sikkema (3.5 gpa) 2nd team academic all region Xi and ICCAC – Basketball Dione Blyden (3.0 gpa) Kimani Stevens from St. Thomas, VI is one of the basketball leaders. Coach Joe Shovlain called Kimani a hard worker in class and on the court, “He is a very serious student with big aspirations for college and athletics.” Joce Sikkema from Fulton, IL is a very good volleyball player that is also serious about her college education. Coach Shovlain commented, “She is a pre -dental hygiene major and will be looked upon to be a leader for the volleyball team again this year.” Visit the web site www.eicc.edu for schedules and rosters for the 2013-14 athletic seasons. Dione Blyden from Tortola, BVI is a quiet leader on and off the court. “He also is a very good student that helps tutor his teammates,” said Coach Shovlain. “He has plans to complete his degree here and transfer to complete a bachelors at a 4 year school.” Congratulations, Cougars! Alumni Associate A l u m n i N e w s N ANCY’ S S TOR Y TORY My name is Nancy Baker – Nancy Paddock when I attended Clinton Junior College, graduating in 1951. I now live in Clive and have been there with my husband Keith for close to 49 years. We have two grown daughters. I finished up at the University of Iowa, majoring in Spanish. I ended up in Des Moines working at an insurance company for a number of years, from which I resigned in 1966 to raise my daughters. I remember my years at CJC fondly. It was quite small then, held in the Clinton High School building, and our little group had to stick together. We were a mixture; new graduates of Clinton’s then three high schools, and of nearby small towns, some veterans, and a few from relatively far away. Who can forget the “Showboat” revues we put on, the card games in the Lounge, the club we women students had, and the basketball games. Since we were small, there was opportunity for anyone willing to participate in the school’s activities. Since most of my instructors were teachers I had in high school, one that stands out in my mind was Mr. Smith, speech instructor, as I had not had speech in high school. Mr. Smith had some interesting stories to tell, and I enjoyed the class very much. They all taught well, and could give individualized instruction with small classes. Of course, Dean Paul B. Sharar is prominent in any memories from then, with his steady direction. What are your memories of Clinton Community College? Which instructors inspired you to success in the classroom or in a career? What activities and friends bring a smile, even years later? How did CCC help to build the foundation for your future? Share those with us by contacting [email protected]. E XPRESS L IBR AR Y IBRAR ARY The CCC Library is pleased to announce that the Learning Express Library has been added to our database page (www.eicc.edu/adultlearning/services/library/info_resources.html ). This has been provided by the State Library of Iowa, with funding from Iowa Workforce Development. According to CCC Library Specialist Sally Meyer, “The LearningExpress Library online platform provides over 770 of the most up-to-date test preparation and skill-building resources, helping both students and adults prepare for a wide range of academic and career oriented exams, as well as improve basic skills in reading, writing and math.” Please note: one must create a personal account while on campus, which would then be used to gain access off campus. For assistance contact CCC at 563-244-7001. Alumni Associate Clinton Community College Alumni Association 1000 Lincoln Boulevard Clinton, Iowa 52732-6299 Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Clinton, IA 52732 Permit No. 164 Alumni Associate Or Current Resident Oktoberfest 2013 Friday, October 18, 2013 6:30 p.m. Wild Rose Casino, Hwy 30, Clinton LIVE MUSIC FABULOUS FOOD 30 VARIETIES OF BEER LIVE & SILENT AUCTIONS Proceeds benefit Clinton Community College Students through the Alumni Association Scholarship fund.