1 The VC Publication The Monthly Journal Dedicated to Your Success ISSUE 35 June 2012 Hey Dad ……………………..P.1 You’re Hired ……….……………..P.2 Daddy’s Angel …….....………… P.2 Going Back to School….………..P.3 From the Dean …………..…...…..P.4 Burgundy Scrubs.……..…………P.4 Summer Fun…………. …......…...P.5 Juneteeth……...…. ……...…....... P.6 Meet Mrs, Flynn…..….…...………P.7 Upcoming Events ..…...………….P.8 In This Issue Father’s Day By Beatrice Brown Father’s Day is a holiday inaugurated in the early twentieth century to celebrate fatherhood and male parenting. In addition, Father’s Day is International Men’s Day. Sonora S. Dodd was credited as the founder of Father’s Day. She decided to hold the first Father’s Day celebration in June 1910. It was through her relentless struggle and firm determination that today fathers everywhere are officially given their due respect. Father’s Day is celebrated in over thirty countries around the world. In the beginning, Father’s Day was celebrate by wearing flowers; today fathers’ are rewarded with special gifts. By Soleil Dent Ladies, it’s that time of year again, Father’s Day! But just in case you can’t quite figure out what to get dear old Dad, here are some ideas, according to People (not the magazine, just some students in the break room). It does not matter if your special guy is a sports fanatic, an outdoor man, or a techie here are some ideas for gifts that you can get him. If Daddy is a sports fanatic, like a lot of men are, try getting him some tickets to a basketball, football, or baseball game; be sure to go all out and get him some really good seats while you’re at it! If you can’t get him any tickets, try getting him the ultimate sports package on cable! For the outdoor man, hunting, fishing equipment, and tools are great gift ideas. Let them get their primal, “Big Chief Bring Fire” juices flowing with all the gear and equipment they love! Have a man that’s a techie? Try getting him some really cool gadgets that light up, buzz and make big “flashies” that he can play around with. Computer, monitoring, and audio equipment are some things that you might want to consider getting your Big Bad Breadwinner. Moreover, let’s give our men a day of peace with no kids, no noise, and a nice home cooked meal to show them our love and appreciation. But most importantly, let’s give them the love, gratitude and respect that he deserves on his special day. Editor: Roberto Negron Managing Editor: Christina Taliferro Admin Mgr: Charmaine Kellam Faculty Advisor: Cheryl Corbin Look at What I Got You Daddy!
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The VC Publication
The Monthly Journal Dedicated to Your Success ISSUE 35 June 2012
Hey Dad ……………………..P.1
You’re Hired ……….……………..P.2
Daddy’s Angel …….....………… P.2
Going Back to School….………..P.3
From the Dean …………..…...…..P.4
Burgundy Scrubs.……..…………P.4
Summer Fun…………. …......…...P.5
Juneteeth……...…. ……...…....... P.6
Meet Mrs, Flynn…..….…...………P.7
Upcoming Events ..…...………….P.8
In This Issue
Father’s Day
By Beatrice Brown
Father’s Day is a
holiday inaugurated in the early
twentieth century to celebrate fatherhood and
male parenting. In addition, Father’s Day is
International Men’s Day.
Sonora S. Dodd was credited as the
founder of Father’s Day. She decided to hold
the first Father’s Day celebration in June
1910. It was through her relentless struggle
and firm determination that today fathers
everywhere are officially given their due
respect. Father’s Day is celebrated in over
thirty countries around the world. In the
beginning, Father’s Day was celebrate by
wearing flowers; today fathers’ are rewarded
with special gifts.
By Soleil Dent
Ladies, it’s that time of year again, Father’s Day! But
just in case you can’t quite figure out what to get dear old Dad,
here are some ideas, according to People (not the magazine,
just some students in the break room). It does not matter if
your special guy is a sports fanatic, an outdoor man, or a
techie here are some ideas for gifts that you can get him.
If Daddy is a sports fanatic, like a lot of men are, try
getting him some tickets to a basketball, football, or baseball
game; be sure to go all out and get him some really good
seats while you’re at it! If you can’t get him any tickets, try
getting him the ultimate sports package on cable!
For the outdoor man, hunting, fishing equipment, and
tools are great gift ideas. Let them get their primal, “Big Chief
Bring Fire” juices flowing with all the gear and equipment they
love!
Have a man that’s a techie? Try getting him some
really cool gadgets that light up, buzz and make big “flashies”
that he can play around with. Computer, monitoring, and audio
equipment are some things that you might want to consider
getting your Big Bad Breadwinner.
Moreover, let’s give our men a day of peace with no
kids, no noise, and a nice home cooked meal to show them
our love and
appreciation. But most
importantly, let’s give
them the love,
gratitude and respect
that he deserves on his
special day.
Editor: Roberto Negron
Managing Editor: Christina Taliferro
Admin Mgr: Charmaine Kellam
Faculty Advisor: Cheryl Corbin
Look at What I Got You Daddy!
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Katrina
By Sharon Dent
In addition to the storm it was raining and cold.
Katrina left me standing with no clothes, she ripped
through the homes, and left nothing but holes.
The people were beneath their homes, stuck with their children left alone.
Congratulations ! To Ms. Trina Greenwood “Cosmetology Instructor” for receiving the Golden Apple Award for excellence in teaching on Friday, May 4, 2012.
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Come Join the Beta Blockers,
Pharmacy Technician Association
Meetings are held twice a month (bi-weekly) on
Fridays at 4:30 pm. This
organization is a great way for
fellow pharmacy technician
students to come together in
building friendship and leadership
while participating in community service
activities!!
The association is open to ALL pharmacy
technician students.
Please see Program Director Lisa
Jones for more information.
Finding a job, Is a Job!
By LaRon Roberts
I know finding a job is a
job, but here are a few pointers to help your job
search; with these tips you should be able to start
a well-designed job search. The first step is to
know your skillsets and your abilities. You will
need this to help you on your job search when you
begin to enter keywords. Second, know what kind
of job you are looking for, whether it is entry level
or experienced. You must also keep your search
organized so you can remember where you have
applied. Third, nothing is going to be given to you,
so set short term goals and long term goals. For
example, “this week, I will send out 3 resumes.”
Finally, stay encouraged. It is a competitive job
market, but ask your friends if they know of any job
openings.
Going Back to School
By: Frances Jackson
I have always wanted to continue my education and receive a
degree in business, but things have always been in my way. First there
were the children and wanting to make sure that they were well taken care
of and that someone would be home for them when they returned from
school. Then there were the finances making sure that we had enough
money to take care of the things we needed.
Every time I would decide to go back to school, I would have to quit
for some reason or another. I would encourage my children to continue
their education and put myself on the back burner. In 2006, I did go back and earn a diploma in Medical
and Health Office Technology. It felt strange being back because of the age difference, but I completed
the guidelines and finished.
It feels even stranger now because business administration is more computer based, and I am
not a computer wizard. All the students in the classes I’ve had so far are my children’s ages and it
makes me feel out of place because of it. Sometimes I feel that I am too old to be here. My memory
isn’t what it used to be, and arthritis has set in the hands and made it difficult for me to type fast as I
once could.
This is a learning experience and a difficult task, but I refuse to give up. I might be the oldest in
class, but I have the drive to continue this race until I walk across that stage and receive that degree in
my hands. Maybe I can encourage some of the younger people to stay in school
and never give up on their dreams.
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You may have heard of the classical
Greek philosopher, Plato. He founded the
Academy in Athens which is considered the first institution of higher learning in the
Western World. Plato believed that the good life involved reflection and
introspection. Several thousand years later, an English poet and philosopher,
Samuel Coleridge, wrote that "but there is one art, of which every [person] should
be master, the art of Reflection." He went on to write, "if you are not a thinking [person], to what
purpose are you a [person] at all?" While at Virginia College, you can reflect upon where you want to be
in five, ten or twenty years from now. Remember, it is those small, everyday habits that most generally
will lead you to habits of success through life.
On another note, please join me in welcoming our new Campus President, Paul Wehrum. Mr.
Wehrum is well experienced, having been a campus president at two other institutions. He is coming
from Columbia, South Carolina, and is looking forward to living in Augusta and most importantly, looking
forward to meeting each student. - P a u l L u n d , Academic Dean
Welcome Burgundy Scrubs! By Soleil Dent
VC welcomes the new Medical Office Administration (MOA)
program. The difference between the MOA and Medical Office
Management (MOM) is that with MOA it’s all administration no clinical
work, which is great for students who are not that comfortable with
patient contact. MOA has some medical classes such as Medical Law
and Ethics, Anatomy and Physiology, but the rest are business classes.
MOA also will gain Microsoft experience, medical transcription
knowledge and learn how to process computerized medical records.
Right now, of all the medical programs, the Medical Assistant
(MA) is the largest. An MA can draw blood, assist in minor procedures
and do back office work such as insurance claims and charts. Sharon
Scott, Program Director for the Allied Health programs, stated that the
goal is to differentiate the two programs by bringing in the MOA program.
Hopefully that will make the job competition a little easier.
Becoming certified is one of
the first steps to landing your
next great job! Congrats to the
following Certified Students!
Congratulations!
Gracie Ayers– McNeal,
AS, AOM June 2012
Donna McNeal, AS, MBC
June 2012
LaTasha Mason, AS, MBC
June 2012
Note From the Dean
Sam Dobbins, AS, BA
June 2012
Paul Wehrum, President
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By Charmaine Kellam
Summer is time for fun in the sun. As students, we only have one week out before the next
quarter begins. Here is an idea for a local vacation that not many people know about. The place is
called Graystone Ranch Wildlife Education Center. This ranch is on MacManus Road off of Highway
56 in Hephzibah, Georgia ,and admission is only $10. The camp is open from 10 am until midnight.
This ranch includes many activities, from a beach to a place to fish. It is awesome because it
is only 15 minutes away from Virginia College. There are many activities for the whole family. Visitors can go for a day or
they can as long as you like.
For more information visit www.graystoneranch.com or call (706) 360-0808. Our break is short but our children still
want the summer fun experience. Remember to drink plenty of fluids and to wear sunscreen. Have a great summer!!
Stay Safe This Summer
Summer is here! Summer is a fun time to spend with family and friends. However, it can be
dangerous if the precautions for heat and water safety are not put into practice. The following tips are
important:
Recognizing Heat Stroke: High body temperature (above 103 F, orally); Red, hot, and dry skin (no
bringing books to the collection spot set up in the
library.
Applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Porter Fleming Literary
Competition.
The competition has been recognizing outstanding fiction, nonfiction, poetry and plays from writers 18 and older in Georgia, Florida, Alabama, South Carolina and North Carolina for the past 19 years.
The competition is held every year in honor of Porter Fleming, a prominent citizen of Augusta, according to a news release.
Submissions will be accepted until July 13. The competition awards cash prizes up to $7,000.
The awards will be presented during a ceremony in at the Morris Museum of Art from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 6 during the annual Westobou Festival.
For forms and guidelines on the competition, visit www.themorris.org/porterfleming.html.
We Live 2 Read Campaign !
Mrs. Flynn has been at Virginia College since the campus
opened in July of 2009. She is a lead instructor that teaches
keyboarding. She has been teaching keyboarding over twenty years
and holds many certifications in Microsoft Word and Excel. She enjoys
gardening in her spare time and just being with her family.
Mrs. Flynn really enjoys teaching students as well as helping
students with their journey into their new professions. She wants her
students to leave her classes knowing the basics and proper
keyboarding. Mrs. Flynn is very serious about teaching her students to
be the best; learning is no joking matter to her. She wants everyone to
be very successful in what they do and take great pride when the
student’s hard work pays off!
She is also a mother and wife; she has been married more than
20 yrs. She has one daughter and three grandchildren she enjoys
The graduation date has been set! Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 14
th, 2012 at
the Bell Auditorium.
June pending graduates, be sure to stop by Carol Sabatino
office (Room 171) for mandatory graduation prep.
And be sure to check your email for all communication regarding graduation.
Upcoming Events & Info Graduation!
Want to write for the VC Publication? Great! Send us an article. Email your article to [email protected]
June’s Quote: “My father always told me to find a job that you love and
you will never have to work a day in your life”.—Jim Fox
Finding a job in life can sometimes be very stressful, especially under the pressure of responsibilities or other life requirements. Performing a job that one hates or dislikes is where the "work" comes into existence because one has to force one's self into completion of the job. Performing jobs that one loves and enjoy bring excitement, meaning that every task is completed with enjoyment therefore, the task of work is eliminated. To me, this task is helping others in a variety of factors and forms. When one enjoys and loves life, this means that all elements of life are not "work" but love, so no matter what I am doing I continue to find a place of love in it.
July’s Quote:
“If our country is worth dying for in time of war let us resolve that it is
truly worth living for in time of peace.” ~Hamilton Fish
All essays must be less that 150 words and submitted via email to [email protected]
no later that the 15th of each month.
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Your Spring 2012
Newsletter Staff
The VC Publication is created and managed by the AOM Students.
Roberto Negron, Soleil Dent, Christina Taliaferro,
Charmaine Kellam, Laron Roberts, Beatrice Brown
This month’s winner is Esterreka Green. Your essay on May's
Quotable Quote was a winner! You have won gift certificate to V’s
Salon.
Food vendors on campus for
June:
June 1 Great Wraps
June 6 & 7 Great Wraps
June 8th—Catz
June 13-15—Catz
Virginia College Cosmetology Dept.
WE PROUDLY SUPPORT…
Cancer Survivor Beauty and Support Day Tuesday, June 5th, 2012 from 9am – 1:30pm
Please make your complimentary
mani/pedi appointment. V’s Salon
706-288-2547
For more information about this day: www.CancerSurvivorBeautyAndSupportDay.org