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SAGE
A Federally-Funded TRiO Program
February 2019, Volume 20 Issue 6
The Hummingbird SAGE Newsletter
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Meet Thomas Schlitt Director of Sage……………………..2
Coming Soon…….………………..…...3
Interested in earning extra money…………………………………....4
FAFSA………………………………......4
Preparing for Your Progress Report Meeting……………...……….5
5 Reasons to Volunteer……..……...5
February Mentor Workshops…....6
Spring Campus Visits….......……...7
February Birthdays..………..........8
“Too often we underestimate the
power of a touch, a smile, a kind
word, a listening ear, an honest
compliment, or the smallest act of
caring, all of which have the potential
to turn a life around.”
-Leo Buscaglia
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Hi everyone!
I am very excited to join the SAGE team as the Director! My background
is in counseling, and in my previous job, I helped folks with mental
health challenges navigate barriers to reach their educational and
employment goals. I am big believer in the power of education, and I
believe that everyone should have the access and support they need to
reach their goals. I am a graduate of Appalachian State University,
where I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and my Master’s
degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. To share a little about
myself, I am recently married, and my wife, Sarah, and I have three dogs
named Luna, Hugo, and Pavlov. For our honeymoon, we went to
Scotland. Stop by my office, and I will be happy to share pictures and
stories! That was my first experience with being in a different country
and my first experience navigating things like driving on the other side
of the road, so I can certainly relate to being in a new place and learning
a new system of doing things. I am excited about learning and growing
with you all this semester, and I look forward to getting to know you. My
door is always open so please don’t hesitate to stop by!
Thomas Schlitt
Director of SAGE
Meet Thomas Schlitt, Director of SAGE
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February 1—Wilkes Campus Sobriety Bowl
February 5– Wilkes Campus Basketball Intramural
February 6– Wilkes Campus Rock Your Resume
February 7– Wilkes Campus SGA Meeting
February 11-12– Alleghany Center Stain Glass Valentines for Nursing
Home
February 12– Wilkes Campus Breakfast with SGA & Student
Ambassadors
February 13– Wilkes Campus University Visit Western Carolina University
February 14– Wilkes Campus Lucky Hearts Prize Hunt
February 21-Wilkes Campus Ace Your Interview
February 23-Wilkes Campus N4CSGA Western Division Meeting
February 26– Wilkes Campus Bench Press/Squat Contest
February 26– Wilkes Campus Get LinkedIn
February 28-Wilkes Campus Blood Drive
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Interested in earning
some extra money? Tutor for SAGE!
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2019-2020 academic year is
now available online! Filing your FAFSA now will ensure you meet school deadlines and
will increase your opportunities for the most grants and scholarships. So visit
www.fafsa.ed.gov, and get your FAFSA started today! If you need any assistance in com-
pleting the FAFSA or have questions, please see Kim Perkins. She is happy to assist you!
Currently in need of : Chemistry, Math, Anatomy & Physiology
tutors! If there are other subjects you are interested in tutoring for
we may have a need for those as well!
Contact: Jenny Webb, [email protected], 336.838.6561 or
stop in and see me in SAGE!!
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5 Benefits of Performing Community Service in College
1) Improved Resumes– Volunteering looks great to employers and shows an employer that the
student really cares about their community.
2) Boost Grades and Academic Potential-According to research, students who do
community service are more likely to do well in school.
3) Create a Network-Students who want to break into a specific field can use volunteering to
network with other professionals in their industry.
4) Become a Better Person– Volunteering is a rewarding experience. Studies show that people
who help others are consistently happier individuals.
5) Enjoy a Health Boost-A recent study indicated volunteers are less likely to deal with
depression. Studies indicate that people who spend over 100 hours volunteering each year
showed remarkably positive health outcomes.
* If you are interested in volunteering through WCC, assisting
with activities and events, please see Sabrina Bowman,
During the month of February you will receive the Progress Report forms to send out
to your Instructors the week of February 18th.
**PR meetings will take place the week of
March 11th– 27th. Look for more information
to come in early February via email!
***Remember, this is a requirement in order to
receive the SAGE Scholarship, so do not miss out
on this wonderful opportunity! More cash in your
pockets!
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February
Mentoring Events
“Success & Study Skills” February 5th drop in anytime between 10 – 12 pm OR appointments as needed
Seth
“Life Talks with Cassie” -Topic is vulnerability this month
February 8th drop in anytime be-tween 10-12 pm
Cassi
“All About My Resume” February 8th 8:45 am—9:45 am Alyssa
“Note Taking” February 13th 11 am Katrina
“Resume” February 14th 8:45-9:45 am Alyssa
“Cover Letter” February 18th drop in anytime between 11 am – 1 pm
Alyssa
“Success & Study Skills” February 19th drop in anytime between 10 am – 12 pm
Seth
“Resume/Cover Letter” February 21st 8:45 – 9:45 am Alyssa
“Application Central” February 22nd drop in anytime between 10 am – 12 pm
Cassi
“SAGE Spa” February 25th drop in anytime between 12 – 2 pm
Katrina
*** Starting in February, we will now
offer a drawing at the end of each
month (February, March, April &
May) for the chance to win gift cards.
For each workshop you attend your
name will be entered into the
drawing. The winners will be announced at the end of
each month!
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Then you need to hit the road with Kim Perkins! SAGE offers free campus visits to
members interested in exploring universities within North Carolina for transfer op-
portunities. Each visit includes transportation, university information session, student
-led tour of campus, individual meeting with the department you’re interested in
pursuing, and LUNCH! Below is a listing of proposed visits for spring 2019. See Kim
Perkins if you are interested in attending or if there is another school not listed that
you would like to visit.
February 18th – Mt. Olive University, sign up by Feb. 6th
March 1st – Appalachian State University, sign up by Feb. 18th
March 8th – North Carolina State University, sign up by Feb. 25th
(this visit occurs during WCC’s spring break)
March 21st – UNC-Greensboro, sign up by March 4th
April 5th – Western Carolina University, sign up by March 15th
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SAGE
Wilkes Community
College
Supporting Academic Goals for
Education (SAGE) is a Student
Support Services federal grant
funded TRiO program that
began at Wilkes Community
College in 1979. The purpose
of this program is to provide
academic support services to
increase the college success
rates of its participants.
Alyssa
Bauguss– 01/01
Hannah Hamby– 01/01
Katherine Kelly– 01/02
Kang McCoy– 01/02
Alicia Widener– 01/03
Andrew Holder-Walker– 01/05
Ebony Anderson—01/08
Fabiola Perez– 01/12
Polly Poe—01/12
Brooklin Carroll– 01/13
Brandie Combs– 01/14
Stephanie Wingler– 01/14
Julie Childers– 01/15
Hazel Francisco– 01/15
Faith Lenz– 01/15
Roger Morrow– 01/15
Alexis Stout– 01/15
Vernon Byrd– 01/17
Dakota Parks– 01/18
Valerie Hynson– 01/19
Mary Hannewald– 01/21
Jessica Rominger– 01/22
Lakyn Webb– 01/24
Tori Johnson– 01/25
Yvette Johnson– 01/26
Alexis Roten– 01/29
Maria Goebeler– 01/30
Christopher Zeidner–
Birthday Corner