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the
STAFF....................................... 1
STUDENT CONTRIBUTED
ARTICLE................................... 1
Positive Aspects in My Life
FEATURED PROGRAM................ 2
Counseling Center
DIRECTOR’S CORNER................ 2
READ ALL ABOUT IT! ................. 2
Urban Farms Trip Brings Insight
to Conservation
TIPS AND TRICKS...................... 3
Financial Aid Updates for the
New School Year
TUTORING NOW! ...................... 3
Fall 2016 Updates
GRADUATE HIGHLIGHTS............. 4
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT............ 5 – 6
CALENDARS AND EVENTS.......... 7
Tri-C Calendar
TRIO Upcoming Events
FEATURED ARTICLE................... 7
College Campus Visits
RESOURCES............................. 8
staff
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Melanie Allamby, Director
Sarah Eakin, Student Advisor
Mary Ann Meaker,
Part-time Student Advisor
Alex Fuentes, IT Manager
Nichole Kroggel, Program Assistant
Petra Glaser, Instructional Assistant
for Science and Math
Dorsey Faught, Science/Math Tutor
Audra Jones, English/IT Tutor
Allie Salmons, Office Assistant
Western Campus
Cuyahoga Community College
11000 Pleasant Valley Road
Parma, Ohio 44130
216-987-5360 Office
FALL 2016
Western Campus
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
“the buzz”
volume 3
issue 1
student contributed article
by Agustin Torres
Positive Aspects In My Life
Since I was a child, I have had many
positive aspects that have shaped who I
am. The three things that have helped me
form my character and best achieve my
goals are motivation, excellent professors
and inspirational books.
remember my first
book, The Little
Prince by Antoine de
Saint-Exupéry. This
book showed me
the importance of
searching beneath
The first positive aspect of my life
the surface so I
is motivation; motivation is indeed
can find the real
very important to me. I truly believe
truth. I still reread this book because it
that motivation is the key to success.
is so compelling. A good motivational
Surrounding myself with good people,
book makes me feel more confident and
with good positive energy, always keeps
content, and it guides me in reaching my
me motivated. On the other hand, a
goals. Having a great inspirational book
healthy environment at work or school
can also amplify my spirituality, help me
plays a huge role in increasing my
find peace and live in harmony with myself.
motivation levels. Motivation needs to
Motivational books
be fed day by day,
like The Little Prince
and I have always
I have known many good
have helped form
embraced this
professors who have made
the essence of
aspect as one of the
my character.
a large impact on my life.
most important.
I’m still around them, and I
By having positive
Excellent professors
will always be – they are the
aspects in my life,
capable of
I have been able to
light
of
my
journey.
transmitting the
reach most of my
right information or
goals with a solid
message to me have also influenced my
and firm confidence. Motivation is like
positivity. Many of these teachers are from
a spark that triggers a fire deep within
high school and college. They never gave
my soul. Without motivation, I would not
up on me. They motivated me and taught
be here writing this essay. Surrounding
me so many positive things. I learned so
myself with the right kind of people
much from them, and I still do. These are
(including amazing teachers), combined
qualified professors with positive energy
with a healthy environment, has been
who are willing to help me by enhancing
crucial in my life. Inspiring books have
my knowledge. I have known many good
been essential and have had an enormous
professors who have made a large impact
impact on me as well. The results of this
on my life. I’m still around them, and I will
beautiful combination have been very
always be – they are the light of my journey.
powerful. These positive aspects have
all made me who I am and encourage
The third positive aspect has been
me to achieve my goals and continue
reading motivational and inspirational
my journey.
books throughout my life. I will always
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director’s
corner:
featured program
by Melanie Allamby
Dear Participants,
Tri-C Counseling Center
We are excited to present another edition of
your TRIO Newsletter. It is full of the most
recent highlights of your activities in SSS
and across the College. A particular theme in
many of the articles is motivation! So don’t
be surprised if you suddenly feel moved to
“up your game” and become more involved
in the many opportunities to engage in Tri-C
and TRIO activities. Our goal is to not only
support your efforts to get your degree, but
to ensure you enjoy the process. Be sure to
visit the tutor lab, office and digital resources
often, and let us know of any activity, article
or event you would like to see showcased in The Magnet.
Did you know that the Tri-C Counseling
Center offers advising in a variety of
areas? In addition to helping students
select classes for registration each
semester, the counseling center also
provides students…
Career Counseling
Personal Counseling
Student Success Workshops
Transfer Counseling
“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential…
these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.”
– Confucius
read alll about it
Call or stop by to set up an
appointment with a trained counselor
today to be sure you are ready for
spring semester.
Phone: 216-987-5200
Office Room Number: WSS G 108
by Sarah Eakin
Urban Farms Trip Brings Insight to Conservation
This summer, TRIO SSS students and staff
had the opportunity to go to Rid-All Green
Partnership’s Urban Farm in the Kinsman
neighborhood of Cleveland. The group toured
the farm and learned about the conservation
and sustainability efforts of the Rid-All program,
which include providing locally grown fruits,
vegetables and fish to city restaurants. In
return, the restaurants send unused and
expired produce back to the farms to be used
as compost. The group then had lunch at
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Bridgeport Café, just one of the restaurants
that gets its ingredients from the Rid-All Urban
Farm. TRIO SSS students and staff also had
the opportunity to tour Cleveland’s International
Village Community Gardens. Here they learned
about one neighborhood’s efforts to grow
produce and meat products that are freely
distributed to more than 75 local families who
might not have the means to purchase them on
their own.
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TRiO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
tips and tricks
by Mary Ann Meaker
Financial Aid Updates for the New School Year
It’s time to do your FAFSA for next year. That’s right – the 2017-2018 FAFSA opened on Oct. 1!
How, you ask, can I do my FAFSA so early? Don’t I have to wait until my taxes are done? What good
questions! Here are the answers.
Even though the Federal Financial Aid Application has opened three months earlier than in the past,
you can use your prior tax year information to complete the FAFSA. For the 2017-2018 school year,
you can use your tax information from 2015, the tax return that you filed this past spring – the
one you used for this year’s (2016-2017) FAFSA. Got it? Don’t wait for your 2016 income and tax
information. You can fill out the FAFSA now! It’s called “Early FAFSA.”
Here’s a handy chart:
IF YOU PLAN TO
ATTEND COLLEGE FROM
YOU WILL SUBMIT
THIS FAFSA
YOU CAN SUBMIT THE FAFSA
FROM
USING INCOME AND TAX
INFORMATION FROM
July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018
2017 – 18
October 1, 2016 – June 30, 2018
2015
This change was made because the U.S. Department of Education believes Early FAFSA will make the application process
easier for low- and middle-income students who need federal aid to pay for college. However, be aware that in response, some
colleges are moving up their priority aid deadlines. For example, The University of Akron’s priority FAFSA filing date is moving
up from March 1 to Dec. 1.
Tri-C has not made any decision to move up its priority FAFSA filing date, but the bottom line is that you do not want to wait
to do your FAFSA. As you know, the earlier you get it in, the earlier the financial aid office can process your FAFSA. Early
processing means that if financial aid requires any clarification or further information from you, you can comply in a timely
manner. Also, early processing may help you receive aid that’s given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Remember: FAFSA Early File – do your FAFSA now!!!
References:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/sites/default/files/2017-18-fafsa-process-changes.png
studentaid.gov/fafsa
https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2016/08/11/financial-aid-application-simpler-and-available-earlier-no-panacea
tutoring now
by Audra Jones
Fall 2016 Updates
Autumn ushers in a host of beautiful oranges, yellows, reds and greens across
the landscape of our communities, and it happens to be my favorite time of year!
Tri-C West is no different; our campus is transitioning from the relaxed summer flow to the hustle and
bustle of autumn. Our campus has taken on the colorful life of the foliage, cool temperatures and the
comfort of settling back into the flow of campus life!
There is something about this time of year that encourages a new spirit, new harvest and the
burgeoning of a new outlook on life as we prepare for a new season – a new season in our academic
and personal lives! As we enjoy all that this new season has to offer, we welcome in a new season of
classes, instructors, group projects, tutoring sessions and more. We also
extend a heartfelt welcome to Mr. Dorsey Faught, the newest addition to the TRIO SSS West
Tutoring Team, specializing in Math and Science.
We have created a host of new workshops this semester to help you remain successful in your
academic pursuits. Be sure to register early in T105 or T106!
Mr. Dorsey Faught,
We are excited to announce we have a new Mac computer in our lab
the newest addition
as well. Students can use it for homework, school projects and more.
to the TRIO SSS
Feel free to check it out when you stop by.
West Tutoring
Our Friday Update has a new look – be sure to check your email regularly!
Team, specializing
Be diligent about your efforts to engage your minds in all that you do!
in Math and
Remember: hard work and dedication pay off! Happy Studying!
Science.
www.tri-c.edu/SSS
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graduate highlights
TRIO Graduation
Congratulations and job well done to all our TRIO graduates for fall 2016!
JERIEL DEJESUS
JEZIEL DEJESUS
MOTIVATION
MOTIVATION
“My motivation to
graduate has been
to make a better
future for myself
and my family.”
“My long-term goal
is to move to a
foreign country to
be a translator,
so earning my
Associate of Arts
degree is the first
step toward making
that goal a reality.”
JOANNE
FERRONE
STEPHANIE
MENDIOLA
MOTIVATION
MOTIVATION
“Through all of the
angst and tears,
it was the promise
I made to my father
before he passed
away: to make him
proud by graduating
from college.
I did it, Dad!”
“My motivation
for graduation is
my son! I want to
provide the best
life for my child and
myself. I have also
been extremely
motivated by
coworkers and
professors here at
the College. I know
there are great
things awaiting
me with a degree
and skills!”
Associate of Arts
Associate of Arts
Joanne also received
a scholarship to
Baldwin Wallace
and will begin
attending school
there full‑time
in the spring!
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Associate of Arts
Associate of Arts
TRiO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
TRiO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
student spotlight
student spotlight
KAYLA ANSEL is our
2016-2017 treasurer
for the West Campus
Student Government.
She is also president of
the Active Minds Tri-C
Chapter. Active Minds is
a nonprofit organization
of college students
who are advocates
in the mental health
movement.
ALLIE SALMONS and JAH’TIER ROBINSON
were accepted into Phi Theta Kappa.
Kayla Ansel
Allie Salmons
http://www.activeminds.
org/about/our-story
Jah’Tier Robinson
MICHAEL HIGHTOWER received a scholarship
from the Red Cross through Holy Name High
School (his alma mater).
Josue Kabongo
Shirien Muntaser
BREANNA CRUZ accepted a paid construction
internship with University Hospitals. The internship
began in summer 2016 and will continue
throughout her entire undergraduate career.
Agustin Torres
Congratulations to JOSUE KABONGO, MACKENZIE MACURA
(not pictured), SHIRIEN MUNTASER and AGUSTIN TORRES.
All four TRIO SSS students were accepted into the Jack, Joseph and Morton
Mandel Scholars Academy. They will each receive a scholarship that includes
free books and tuition while they finish earning their degrees at Tri-C.
www.tri-c.edu/SSS
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student spotlight
TRIO Student Takes the Stage
student spotlight
(Left to Right) Jose Veliz, Audra Jones (English/IT tutor),
Ja’Rod Rogers
Trio student, JOSE VELIZ, performed in the Tri-C
production of To Kill a Mocking Bird, written by Harper
Lee, adapted for the stage by Christopher Sergel, and
directed by Bob Ellis.
This classic story is set in 1935, with Scout and her
brother, Jem, being raised by their widowed father,
Atticus, and a strong-willed housekeeper named
Calpurnia. Rising tensions in the community lead Scout
to question the cause. She learns from her father that
the tensions stem from his legal defense of a young
Negro wrongfully accused of a grave crime. This play
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explores the racial tensions of the early 20th century
South and applauds the strength of those who fight
injustice. (playhousesquare.com)
Jose starred in this classic, demonstrating his
exceptional talent and ability to wow the audience with
each scene. The production was outstanding and welladapted for the stage. Jose and his colleagues did an
excellent job with the acting, singing and performances
both at Tri-C’s Western Campus Theatre and as
they graced the stage of one of the top performing
complexes in the country – Playhouse Square!
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featured activities
by Petra Glaser
College Campus Visits
TRIO students were able to experience three college campus visits this semester. Our first
visit was to Kent State University. We toured Kent State’s beautiful campus, learning about
the school’s history. The Student Union’s lunch options were tried and approved. The perennial
favorite, Cleveland State University, was seen this past October. The day began with lunch at
Chili’s in the CSU food court. Transfer options and membership in CSU’s TRIO program were
discussed. Our final campus
visit was to the HBCU, Central
State University. Students
were introduced to campus life and then split up to
investigate their majors of interest. The tour ended with
lunch and a Marauders football game.
Tri-C TRIO West students at CSU, Oct. 21, 2016 (left to right):
Andrew Kleis, Audra Jones (English/IT tutor), Nashley Rivera,
Jha’Tier Robinson, Melanie Allamby (director) and Maysia Finkley.
calendar and events
WE WILL POST THEM IN OUR WEEKLY UPDATE EMAIL
by Allie Salmons
TRI-C CALENDAR
DATE
HIGHLIGHT
Dec. 22, 2016
Final grades available to students
Dec. 23, 2016 – Jan. 2, 2017
Winter Leave: College closed
Jan. 16, 2017
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: College closed
Jan. 17, 2017
Spring semester 16-week & 1st 8-week classes begin
Jan. 30, 2017
14-week session begins
Jan. 31, 2017
Last day to withdraw from 16-week & 1st 8-week classes with NO RECORD
Feb.13, 2017
Last day to withdraw from 14-week classes with NO RECORD
Feb. 26, 2017
Deadline for students to submit incomplete work for Fall 2016
www.tri-c.edu/academic-calendar
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR TRIO’S UPCOMING SPRING
Workshopsand Events
a
www.tri-c.edu/SSS
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student support services
TRiO SSS/Campus Resources
Are you prepared to maximize your experience?
We encourage you to take advantage of the tools and
resources designed to help you succeed.
TRIO SSS now has a new Mac computer for students to use in
the lab! Be sure to take advantage of this new resource.
Did you know that you can borrow laptops, headphones, and calculators (among other things) from
our TRiO office? We also have a small amount of school supplies available for those who need
them. Feel free to stop in and sign out what you need. The TRiO office
staff is more than happy to help you out.
CLASSES & PROGRAMS
Did you know that Tri-C offers more than 1,000 courses in over
140 career and technical program areas?
ACADEMIC RESOURCES & SYSTEMS
TRiO Workshops
Will cover a variety of topics ranging from note-taking techniques and
navigating my Tri-C space, to financial aid literacy and career planning,
as well as English, Math, Science, IT, and Research.
SUPPORT & SERVICES
TRiO Provides FREE Tutoring Services. Tutoring is available to all
TRiO participants! Come visit the TUTORING LAB (T105)
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
Did you know financial aid options include: grants, scholarships, student
loans, and public benefits?
Learn how to better manage money with CashCourse – a real-life guide to
taking charge of money and personal finances.
Visit http://www.cashcourse.org/ for more information.
TRiO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
16-3417
TRiO Email Address: [email protected]