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Don’t Get Caught Up in Common
Grammar Mistakes This Summer
1 “I” versus “Me”
3 Does “your” grammar need fixing?
“I,” the way to figure it out is to remove the
grammatical error. “Your” is used for
other subject or object from the sentence.
possession: “Can I eat your apple?”
For example, in “Suzie and me are going
However, “you’re” is a contraction for “you
shopping,” you would have “me is going
are” (hence the apostrophe), as in “You’re
shopping” if you remove Suzie from the
eating an apple with peanut butter.” This
sentence. Toddlers can get away with that,
error is common but easy to fix by taking
but not adult writers! In the case of “Come
time to reread your sentence.
to the mall with Suzie and I,” you would
4 So, how many errors are there in your
If you are unsure whether to use “me” or
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need to remove the other object from the
sentence, leaving you with “Come to the
mall with I,” which even toddlers probably
wouldn’t say!
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This is quite possibly the most common
paper? Or is that they’re? Their?
Although this may seem simple to
understand, people are constantly confusing
2 “It’s” a little harder
“there,” “their” and “they’re.” Quite simply,
Use of “its” and “it’s” defies the possessive
watched their children playing.” On the
rule. “It’s” is a contraction for “it is”
other hand, “they’re” is a contraction
and needs the apostrophe. “Its” shows
of “they are” – “They’re watching their
possession but uses no apostrophe, unlike
children play.” “There” is a location:
other possessives. In “I took the dog’s bone
“They’re watching their children play over
away,” the apostrophe shows that the dog
there.”
“their” is used for possession: “The couple
owns the bone. “I took its bone away,” uses
no apostrophe but someone owns the bone!
“It’s” is a contraction for “it is” or “it has.”
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“It’s been snowing again!” would be correct,
for the sentence would be “It has been
snowing again!” without the contraction.
5 Does grammar “affect” your life or
“effect” it?
The difference between “affect” and “effect”
is sometimes hard to understand. They are
not interchangeable, and the meaning of
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the sentence could well change depending on which word
you use. “Affect” is a verb—the process of changing or
impacting something. “Effect” in our example here is a
noun—the person, place or thing that was affected by the
verb. Therefore, your ability to use correct grammar may
affect your chances of getting a job, which in turn will
have an effect on your ability to pay rent.
9 When to use “which” or “that”
This is one of the most common mistakes, and
understandably so. “That” is a restrictive pronoun; i.e.,
it is vital to the noun to which it’s referring: “I don’t
trust fruits and vegetables that aren’t organic.” Here it’s
referring to all non-organic fruits or vegetables. “Which”
6 When to write “then” instead of “than.”
introduces a relative clause and allows qualifiers that may
The first is a description of time – “I wrote my paper, and
and vegetables, which are available in area grocery stores.”
then I did my homework.” The other is used when making
In this case, you don’t have to go to a specific grocery store
a comparison –“I am more irritated with this weather than
to obtain organic fruits and vegetables. “Which” qualifies,
you are!”
“that” restricts.
not be essential. “I recommend you eat only organic fruits
Aultman Health Sciences Library is constantly working
Taking Sides: Clashing View in Mass Media
to provide excellent resources to our college students.
and Society, 12th ed. (2013)
Librarians work with faculty to select books that will assist
Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Drugs and
students in their classes. Check out these titles that were
Society, 10th ed. (2012)
just added to our New Books section of the library!
These debate-style books give you great
opposing arguments on some of today’s most
Evidence-Based Geriatric Nursing Protocols
controversial topics. Readings help expose students to
for Best Practice, 4th ed. (2012)
various viewpoints while developing critical thinking skills.
This reference book features a list of clinical
conditions common to elderly patients.
A Patient’s Guide to Medical Imaging (2011)
Each entry contains an overview, context,
This simply written book presents an overview
intervention strategy and case study.
of medical imaging including a brief history
7Distinguish between “e.g.” and “i.e.”
10 Differentiate “who” from “whom”
The abbreviation “e.g.” is Latin for “exempli gratia”
This tip is a great trick of the trade. When in doubt,
meaning “for example.” The abbreviation “i.e.” stands for
substitute “who” with the subjective pronouns “he”
the Latin “id est” meaning “that is to say.” So, you might
or “she,” “Who loves you?” turns into “He loves
write “We like vegetables, e.g., broccoli, green beans and
you.” Similarly, you can also substitute “whom” with
cauliflower.” Or you might write, “We like all vegetables;
the objective pronouns “him” or “her.” “I consulted
i.e., we’re healthy eaters.”
an attorney whom I met in New York” turns into “I
8 “Farther” versus “Further”
consulted him.” “Who” is a subjective – or nominative –
The word “farther” implies a measurable distance.
It’s used when the pronoun acts as a subject of a clause.
“Further” should be reserved for abstract lengths you can’t
“Whom” is an objective pronoun, along with “him,”
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always measure. “I threw the ball 10 feet farther than Bill.”
“her,” “it,” “us” and “them.” It’s used when the pronoun
Jennifer Gillis, President, Student Senate
versus “The financial crisis caused further implications.”
acts as the object of a clause. Using “who” or “whom”
Greetings from Aultman College Student Senate!
depends on whether you’re referring to the subject or
My name is Jennifer Gillis. I have been serving on Student Senate for the past year
pronoun, along with “he,” “she,” “it,” “we” and “they.”
object of a sentence.
and descriptions of techniques.
Health Literacy from A to Z: Practical Ways
to Communicate Your Health (2013)
For questions regarding the library, contact Theresa Kline,
This resource will help you develop strategies
MLIS, at [email protected] or 330-363-3471.
to communicate with your patients. Learn to
read your audience, and use proven methods
such as the “teach-back technique.”
as vice president, and now I have the honor and privilege of being your new Student
Senate president. I just wanted to take this time to welcome back all returning students,
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as well as welcome our new students who have joined us here at Aultman College. I am so excited to have you here! You are
starting on a wonderful journey where you will make lifelong friends and have some amazing memories to cherish!
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This summer is going to be a busy one for all of us, and the Student Senate cannot wait to get started. We will
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be planning a few fun activities as well as some fundraisers. A great ongoing fundraiser the Student Senate is doing is
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our Bracelet Sale. For only $2, you can buy an Aultman College bracelet. It will help us give back to Aultman College
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scholarships, so please be on the lookout for these. I love hearing your ideas, so please feel free to stop me or any of our
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other student senators in the hallway to share your ideas and suggestions with us. There is also a suggestion box located next
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to the elevators on the second floor of the college.
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This fall we will be accepting applications for you to apply to be on Student Senate. I encourage everyone to take the
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time to get involved. It looks great on a résumé, and it really gives you a chance for your voice to be heard. Stay tuned for
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more information about the application process and the deadline for applying.
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Please feel free to stop me in the halls if you have any questions or just want to say hello. I love meeting new people,
and I look forward to meeting all of you very soon. Have a great summer semester everyone!
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DEGREE AUDIT INFORMATION
The degree audit is an important tool in ensuring you are meeting all of the requirements to earn your degree. Please
Having trouble understanding your service learning on your degree audit? We heard you! Now, view it easily on the
review your degree audit each semester to verify the accuracy of your information. Reading the degree audit can be a
WiseLine Student Portal!
little confusing, so here are some important tips to assist you:
•
It’s helpful to print your degree audit and have two different colored highlighters handy when doing your review.
•
Your degree audit is broken down into sections. Your first step should be to highlight the summary at the bottom
of each section to see how many credit hours you have earned and how many you still need to complete in that
area. If the summary section shows you have 0 credit hours remaining to complete, then you have satisfied the
requirements for that section (except for service learning, which will be explained below).
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The next step is to ensure the credit hours you have earned are reflected in the degree audit. In each section,
For the service learning section, please refer to your unofficial transcript (available on the Wiseline Portal) to view your
hours. The degree audit will either say 16 and an R for remaining. Please look at the transcript on the portal to view your
actual hours. Service learning will have an IP grade until graduation. Once you successfully graduate, that grade will
become an SL, meaning you have satisfied the requirement. Even if you have the minimum number of service learning
hours completed (16 hours), your grade will still be IP until AFTER you graduate.
Here is an example of what the degree audit portion of service learning looks like:
use highlighter A to mark all the courses you have transferred in (denoted by a TC) or successfully completed
at Aultman College (denoted by a C). The combined credit hours marked with highlighter A should equal the
“CRD Completed” number at the bottom of each section.
•
The next step is to use highlighter B to mark the courses you still need to take in each section (denoted by R)
or are in the process of taking (denoted by InP). It is important to have your curriculum plan available for this
exercise! The combined credit hours denoted with highlighter B should equal the “CRD Remaining” number
listed at the bottom of the section.
Here is an example of where to find your actual service learning hours, so you can easily track them!
For Fall 2011 degree audits, note that if you took the hybrid section of a course, that course appears under Other
Courses Taken: Not Applied to Audit. Do not panic! The registrar knows that is where it will show up, and it will
not stop your progression or your graduation!
IMPORTANT
For all Fall 2012 degree audits, note that hybrid courses are listed as a separate course from the lecture
If you need help reading the degree audit, make an
appointment with the academic advisor, Christine
Court at [email protected]. If you are concerned
about the accuracy of the information, contact
Registrar Michelle Deist at [email protected]
as soon as possible so any issues can addressed. An
accurate degree audit is critical to helping you and
your advisors guide your plan for success!
section. AS LONG AS YOU HAVE ONE OF THE TWO COMPLETED, YOU HAVE SATISFIED THE
REQUIREMENT.
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News You Can Use!
ACADEMIC PROBATION STEP TRACKING
Students who are on academic probation after Spring 2013
must complete the following steps:
1. Meet with their faculty advisors.
2. Meet with LRC coordinator to set up a success plan.
3. Meet with the academic advisor.
4. Meet with the financial aid administrator.
Students can now monitor which steps they have completed
by logging in to their portal, changing the term to the next
term in which they are registered and accessing the Document
Tracking sequence. For example, if, after Spring 2013 grades
are posted, a student is on academic probation, that student
would change the term to Summer 2013. If a student is
unsuccessful in a future term, failure to complete these steps
may affect readmission into the program.
Take Advantage of eTutoring This Summer
Did you know Aultman College is one of 43 Ohio two- and
four-year institutions that partner in the Ohio eTutoring
Collaborative? Through the partnership, all Aultman College
students have access to FREE online tutoring in the subjects
of anatomy and physiology, chemistry, math and writing.
Camp Scrubs
For the third year in a row, Aultman College Community
Education (ACCE) has partnered with Stark State College to
offer Camp Scrubs, a weeklong day camp for kids entering
grades 6-9. Camp Scrubs 2013 provides participants with
an introduction to the fields of nursing and health care.
Activities will include learning to use a stethoscope, taking a
behind-the-scenes tour of Aultman Hospital, running through
a mock disaster drill, participating in a code blue simulation,
exploring the world of science, learning about eating
healthy and exercise, and much more! If you are interested
in volunteering to help with the camp activities during the
weeks of June 17-21 or July 15-19 for service learning hours,
please email Courtney Coleman at [email protected].
Sign-up sheets will be posted the first week of June.
KAPLAN LIVE REVIEW
All graduating nursing students must take part in the
Kaplan review that will take place from Aug. 5-8. Please
plan for sessions to run from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. More
information will be available closer to the review dates.
Stay in the Know by Using Your Official
College Email Address
Your Aultman College email address is your lifeline to
official communication with the college. Assignments,
registration dates, academic calendar deadlines,
registrar updates and other critical information are all
communicated via your aultmancollege.edu email.
Assistance is available if you don’t remember how to
activate your account or forget your password. You can
also create settings that allow your aultmancollege.edu
email to automatically forward to another email account,
eliminating the need to check two email addresses.
Remember, it is college policy that you must read your
aultmancollege.edu email. Don’t miss out on important
information.
LRC Tutoring Summer 2013
We will offer face-to-face tutoring in the LRC through Aug. 2
in the following subjects:
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Chemistry
• Math
• Nursing
• Radiography
• Writing
Stay tuned for a detailed schedule coming soon!
eTutoring services include:
• Online Writing Lab that allows students to submit a draft
of their paper to a tutor, ask for specific feedback and
receive a tutor’s response within 24-48 hours.
• Live tutoring via eChat that allows the student to meet
with a tutor in one-on-one tutoring sessions via a fully
interactive, virtual online environment.
• Offline eQuestions that allows the student to leave a
specific question for an eTutor, who will respond within
48 hours (but usually sooner). eQuestions may be
submitted for any of the subject areas covered.
Aultman College launched eTutoring Sept. 10, 2012, and
three students used the eWriting Lab services on launch
day. We are the first allied health institution to become a
partner in the eTutoring collaborative. Two Aultman College
tutors are working in the online eChat environment. Bruno
Chirumbolo is available online for chemistry tutoring every
Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Barb Kuri is available online
for anatomy and physiology tutoring every Monday and
Wednesday from 8-9:30 p.m. Check the WiseLine or visit the
LRC for information about how to access eTutoring services.
eTutoring will be available through Aug. 2, and students
will have online access to tutors in the following subjects:
• Anatomy and Physiology • Chemistry
• Math
• Microbiology
• Writing
Tutor Spotlight
The LRC is pleased to
announce that Marissa N.
Durbin, RT(R)(ARRT), is
joining our tutoring staff as
the first Radiography tutor for
the ASR program. Marissa
is a 2009 graduate of the
Aultman School of Radiology.
She currently serves as an
Adjunct Clinical Instructor for
the ASR Program. Marissa
will be available for tutoring in Radiography Anatomy and
Positioning and RAD Imaging and Analysis. Radiography
tutoring will take place or Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.-2:30
p.m. in Room 268 in the LRC through July25.
BOYOLOGY/GROWING UP GIRL
Aultman College Hosts Classes for “Tweens”
Aultman College is offering two six-hour classes, Boy-ology and
Growing Up Girl, to help young boys and girls find the knowledge
and confidence to face their changing bodies and minds as they
enter their teenage years. The classes will focus on embracing
change, developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, resisting
peer pressure, improving communication skills with adults and much
more.
Boy-ology and Growing Up Girl will be offered to students in grades
4-6 as three, two-hour sessions held June 10, 12 and 14, 2013.
To learn more about the classes and register, please visit www.
aultmancollege.edu/ACCE.
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Staying Focused During Summer Semesters
Digest
It is our goal at Aultman College to promote and encourage a culturally diverse and inclusive
environment. We strive to be a facility where differences are recognized, accepted, appreciated and
celebrated. Each month, the Diversity Digest section of the Pulse will share multicultural concepts and
information, understanding that a diverse student body has far-ranging and significant benefits for all
students as well as the community at large.
Join the Aultman Health Foundation
in celebrating two different topics of
diversity this summer!
With approximately 300 students in class during summer sessions, Aultman College is as busy
as ever. While sunny days and warm temperatures make it easy for your mind to wander, it’s
important to commit to your summer courses with the same intensity as courses you take
in spring and fall. Here are some tips put together from your friends in the LRC to help you
survive and enjoy your summer sessions:
1. Don’t be distracted by the season and your friends. Although you may be tempted to
stay out late and party hard, know that summer courses are a commitment. It is crucial
to recognize this so you can buckle down and overcome the temptations of summer. If
you have friends who are not enrolled in summer courses, it is important to understand
that their free time doesn’t influence what you should be focusing on. You are in summer
courses for a reason, and you need to remember this if your friends tempt you to do
otherwise.
Living with the Amish:
The Amish Community
and Culture
LGBTQ Month
2. Keep track of your attendance. Avoid skipping class! Attendance must be a top priority. Good attendance is critical in
accelerated programs like summer sessions. Missing a single day of summer session can be the same as missing two straight
weeks of a regular semester. Because courses are run at intensive paces, missing one class could be detrimental to your success.
3. Respect your instructor’s time. Keep in mind that it is summer for your instructor as much as it is for you, so it is important to
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hand in your work on time and keep to a schedule. Maintain contact with your instructor.
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4. Don’t fall behind. Try to get your work done early. The class will move quickly, so you don’t have time to put off any
Repeating one-hour courses
assignments. Get started on papers and reading assignments as soon as you know about them. Procrastination can mean failure
in a summer session.
8-9 a.m.
5. Use your on-campus resources. Instead of bringing your work and worries home with you, use resources like the LRC and the
9:30-10:30 a.m.
library for studying when you are on campus so you can relax when you leave. This helps you keep a healthy balance of school
11:15-12:15 p.m.
1-2 p.m.
June is currently celebrated as national Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
2:15-3:15 p.m.
Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) Pride Month to honor
and summertime leisure.
the 1969 Stonewall riots in Manhattan. The Stonewall riots were a
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tipping point for the gay liberation movement in the United States.
advocate from Pomerene
In the U.S., the last Sunday in June was initially celebrated as “Gay
Hospital, will present several
Pride Day.” In major cities around the country, the “day” soon grew
one-hour presentations on general
into a month-long celebration of events. Today, celebrations include
information regarding the Amish
parades, picnics, parties, concerts and workshops that attract millions
culture as it relates to providing
of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this
health care to patients and their
month for members of the community who have been lost to hate
families. The information Laura
crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is
will share will help you as a
to recognize the impact that LGBTQ individuals have had on history
caregiver in your field.
locally, nationally and internationally. For more information on
LGBTQ Month, celebrations in our area or how to become an ally,
please visit www.ngltf.org.
BLS Renewal Course
Don’t risk missing your clinical because your CPR
certification has expired! Renew with ACCE during
one of these conveniently scheduled classes.
Course Dates:
June 13, 2013: 4:30-7:30 p.m.
June 25, 2013: 4-7 p.m.
July 3, 2013: 4:30-7:30 p.m.
July 25, 2013: 4-7 p.m.
Aug. 1, 2013: 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Aug. 19, 2013: 4-7 p.m.
Sept. 9, 2013: 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 25, 2013: 4-7 p.m.
To register, visit www.aultmancollege.edu/ACCE.
Hours: 3
Beginning June 1, 2013, all BLS renewal courses for Aultman College students will be $39. This includes the
course manual.
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Upcoming Student
Life Activities
Have a Heart!
The American Heart Association Heart Walk
2013 will take place at Kent State UniversityStark Campus Sept. 21. Aultman College has
entered a team. To join the team and take part
in the walk or to donate, please see Jen Penso.
However you choose to get involved, know that
you make a difference!
Relay For Life
Relay For Life is June 7-8 at Paul Brown Tiger
Stadium in Massillon. Join us as starting at
6 p.m.as we fight to end cancer, celebrate
survivors and remember those lost to this
disease. You may also log on to relayforlife.org
to sign up for the Aultman College team and
donate.
June 20: Cornhole Games
All day, rain (in main hallway) or shine (Lot 8).
June 24: Ice Cream Social
11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Classroom 4.
June 24-June 28:
Fourth of July basket raffle
with Student Senate; in the main hallway.
Let ACCE Get You Prepared!
Summer 2013 Grads
Campus Happenings
Sign up for NCLEX-RN Review
Alumni Banquet
Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences is
hosting an NCLEX-RN preparation workshop by Sylvia
Rayfield & Associates.
The test-prep organization boasts a
98-99% passage rate for first-time
NCLEX-RN test-takers. Sylvia Rayfield
& Associates uses whole-brain
learning methods, color, images
and music to teach test-taking
techniques that are vital for success.
Each participant takes a diagnostic
test online to determine needs. After
the review, students receive two free
weeks of online study materials and
NCLEX review questions.
Here’s what past participants said
about the course:
“All I used to study for the NCLEX
were the books that I received from
this review, and I passed with 75
questions! The three days went by
quickly and the instructor was great!”
Rachel Courtney (May 2012)
“The Sylvia Rayfield instructor was
engaging, funny and she made the
information easy to remember and
understand. We learned methods to
remember information better. This
review helped me tremendously
and I used the books I obtained as
my primary source of study when
preparing for the NCLEX. Thank
you!” Kimberly Daniels (December
2012)
Aug. 8: Nursing Pinning ceremony
Aug. 26: Fall classes begin
10
Aug. 19-21
8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $290 (including book)
To register, visit www.aultmancollege.edu/acce. If
you have specific questions, please contact Courtney
Coleman at [email protected].
Aultman College Recognizes
Outstanding Alumni
The Aultman College Alumni Association held its Annual 50-Year/Spring
Dinner Friday, April 27 at Skyland Pines. Three outstanding alumni were
presented with awards for their dedication and commitment in the field of
nursing for their contributions to the profession during and after graduation
from Aultman College and Aultman Hospital School of Nursing.
Justin Hamilton ’07 Distinguished Modern Alumnus Award
winners are
an College Alumni Award
After graduating from Aultman College in 2007, Justin Hamilton began his The 2013 Aultm
lton.
Poorman and Justin Hami
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nursing career in SICU at Aultman Hospital. In 2012, after receiving his
BSN from Ohio University, Justin transitioned to the Rapid Response Team.
Within that same year, he accepted the role of clinical care coordinator where he is currently serving.
Justin is the present chair of the VAE and Restraint Getting to Zero Committee. In conjunction with Dr. Boutros, he plans
the monthly Coordination of Critical Care Committee meeting, Post-operative Respiratory Failure Taskforce and Intensivist
meetings. Justin also sits on the Evidence-based Practice Board, Quality Board, CAUTI GTZ Committee and CLABSI GTZ
Committee. He also serves as the course coordinator for the Society of Critical Care Medicine’s Fundamentals of Critical
Care Support course that is held at Aultman Hospital.
Justin has played an active role in the Respiratory Therapy Intubation Training project and, most recently, the hospital-wide
Mock Code Blue Initiative. Within the next year, Justin plans to pursue his MSN with the intentions of becoming an acute
care nurse practitioner.
Kim Poorman ’91 Contributing Alumna Award
After graduating from Aultman School of Nursing in 1991, Kim Poorman began her career at Aultman Hospital on
Memorial 6 North. While there, she served as a charge nurse and preceptor. Kim became a case manager at Aultman
Hospital in 1997 and is currently in that role.
Kim joined the Aultman College Alumni Association in 1994. Since that time, she has served as a trustee and president of
the alumni association as well as served on the Margaret Lazar/Emma Lupher Scholarship Committee.
Kim recently graduated Magna Cum Laude from Walden University with her BSN. In her spare time, she enjoys spending
time with her family. Kim and her husband of 19 years have two daughters. Her daughter Emma is involved in high school
band and the swim team. Her daughter Meagan is also in band and enjoys playing soccer.
Fern Gerber ’63
Outstanding Alumna Award
Fern Gerber graduated from Aultman Hospital School of Nursing in 1963 and went on to receive her BSN from The Ohio
State University in 1966. Fern continued her education and graduated in 1984 from Wichita State University with her MSN.
In 1985, Fern served as a faculty member in the BSN program at Bethel College, Kansas. From 1996-2001, she was a
country representative for Mennonite Central Committee in Calcutta, India. Fern then served as a staff nurse at Schowalter
Villa Long-term Care Facility from 2002 until her retirement in 2008.
Fern received the Outstanding Alumni Award from the Aultman Nurses Alumni Association in 1997 and the Outstanding
Teaching Award in 1993 from Bethel College. Fern and her husband David stay busy with their daughters and their two
grandchildren.
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May 2013 Graduates
The month of May marked many great accomplishments in the lives of our graduating students!
Aultman College held its 13th graduation ceremony May 11 at R.G. Drage Career Technical
Center. Dr. Laura McIntyre inspired students to follow their dreams and remain confident in their
abilities with the knowledge they gained at Aultman College.
The following students graduated with the Associate of Science in nursing degree:
John I. Anderson Jr., New Philadelphia
Richele M. Angstadt, Dover
Summer Marie Barnett, Alliance
Jason Clutter, Wadsworth
Joshua Fessenmeyer, Dellroy
Kristina Force, Wooster
Lori A. Gries, Akron
Ashley Nicole Hostetler, Brewster
Vicki M. Keane, Massillon
Molly Kathleen Lawless, Dover
Sara Kathleen Mallady, Canton
Kate Metzger, Wadsworth
Kelsey Hannah Miller, Louisville
Melissa Irene Miller, Hartville
Jennifer M. Mims, North Canton
Lindsey Danielle Ostlund, Cuyahoga Falls
Tracy Poirrier, Canton
Halie Jean Ross, Canton
Michelle M. Salazar, Doylestown
Heather Predragovic Sams, North Canton
Lauren Stucky, Canton
Jessica Lee Thomas, Canton
Lindsay Nicole Wearstler, Canton
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The following is the first inaugural class of Aultman College graduating with the Associate of Science in
radiography degree:
Nicole Lynn Byham, Canton
Mykel Marie Campbell, Medina
Allyson Cintron, Alliance
Jerri L. Davidson, North Canton
Nicholas James Elser, Wooster
Tara Rachelle Gross, Mineral City
Stephanie Ann Holloway, Gnadenhutten
Felicia Marie Irwin, East Canton
Elizabeth Mae Leyda, Magnolia
Vanessa Kaye Long, Carrollton
Morgan LeeAnn McAfee, Newcomerstown
Caitlin Elizabeth O’Bradovich, East Sparta
James R. Ringler, Akron
Samantha Kaye Simmons, Mechanicstown
Nicole Christine Stefansic, North Canton
Felicia Irwin was noted as the student with highest academic achievement in the radiography program.
Lindsey Ostlund was recognized at the Division of Nursing Pinning Ceremony as the college valedictorian and was noted as the
student with highest academic achievement in the nursing program.
Aultman Students are an Ace
Akron Aeros Game
Student Thomas Piper represented Aultman College
by throwing out the first pitch as the Aeros took on the
Trenton Thunder April 23, 2013.
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The Special Olympics Tennis District Qualifier was held April 28 at
Hall of Fame Fitness Center. Three area teams competed and the
athletes will now advance to the Columbus State games held at The
Ohio State University in June. Aultman College students helped
with the event and had a variety of jobs that included shagging balls,
cheering on the athletes and assisting the coaches and umpires with
positioning the athletes on the court. Tennis is a complicated sport;
a little assistance is sometimes needed because these athletes play
by regulation rules. “The students were great, and we cannot do it
without them,” said Lynn Lashley, head coach of the Stark Public
team. “Their assistance helps tremendously!”
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PULSEPULSEPULSE
Summer 2013
Campus Happenings
Preparing the Next Generation of
College Students
On the evening of April 30, Aultman College hosted an event for
potential future students entitled “Get Connected: Building Your
Professional Network.” High school students interested in health care
careers learned about the importance of networking and then practiced
their networking skills as they rotated through four different stations
set up throughout the college. Activities at the stations included oneon-one discussions with United Way Women’s Leadership Council
health care and business professionals on topics such as education
goals and overcoming obstacles, plus hands-on health sciences
activities. Following the breakout stations, students had the chance
to further practice their skills during a social hour where they passed
out individualized business cards. This was the third year Aultman
College has held the event, which is co-sponsored by the United Way
Women’s Leadership Council.
Campus Happenings
Allen Elementary School
Local Students Take Away More
Than a Prize with Aultman College
April was National Health Disparities Month. Aultman College is
helping local students raise awareness of health disparities that continue
to affect racial and ethnic minorities. Health disparities refer to the
differences between groups of individuals. Many of these differences
can affect how quickly a disease affects a group, how frequently it can
spread within that group, how many individuals get sick and how often
the disease causes death in a population. Many different populations
are affected by health disparities in our local community. These
include racial and ethnic minorities, residents in rural areas, women,
children and elderly people along with individuals who have disabilities.
Sixth-graders in Mrs. Seders’ and Miss Ranalli’s classes at Allen Elementary School worked alongside Aultman faculty, staff
and employees over six weeks to research, discuss and ultimately present their poster to a panel of judges showing all that they
had learned about health disparities. Rachel Ranalli, one of the students’ teachers, felt this was a wonderful way for students to
learn in the classroom. “They honestly learned a lot regarding health and about themselves,” Ranalli said. “I am so impressed
with their hard work, their cooperative learning and the confidence they built in this process!”
Students were judged on their research and presentation of their posters. Groups chose to focus on issues of heart disease, drug
and alcohol abuse, childhood obesity, dental health, diabetes and youth depression. Students took away not only the knowledge
of these topics, but the winning group also won scholarships to Camp Scrubs this summer.
Outstanding Student - Kelsey Miller
Kelsey Miller, a recent graduate of Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences,
was presented with the Outstanding Nursing Student Award by Stark Carroll District
Nurses’ Association. The award is presented to one nominee from each Stark County
nursing program to recognize students who seek learning experiences and enjoy the
search for knowledge, maintain good academic standing, professional integrity and
accountability and serve as a role model to other students.
Miller was nominated by Perri Concialdi and her adjunct faculty for her time
management, clinical knowledge and desire to make a difference in the field of nursing.
Med Tech Day – May 1
Aultman College welcomed 24 students from the Washington Massillon Health Tech programs. They spent the day
rotating between stations that included Radiography, a tour of the college and the Simulation Lab.
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Keeping in the Know:
Congratulations to Dr.Theresa Benzel and Kathleen Silver!
This semester we celebrate not only Aultman College
graduates but we are proud to announce two additional
graduates! Faculty member Theresa Benzel earned her
doctorate degree in nursing practice (DNP). Kathleen
Silver, faculty secretary, received her bachelor’s degree in
business management.
Theresa is an assistant professor at Aultman College
and was the very first DNP graduate from Walsh
University. She focused her research on simulation and
the effectiveness of its use in the classroom as a teaching
tool. As nurses we all learn to multitask.” She offers a bit
of advice to those who are following in her footsteps and
working hard to reach an educational goal. “It can be very
overwhelming when you try to look at the big picture of
what needs to get done in order to graduate. I tried to look
at it in smaller increments and just started checking off
little things as I went,” she shared. “Before you know it,
you are done!”
Kathleen Silver is the faculty secretary for Aultman
College and celebrated her graduation from Ohio
Christian University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts
degree in business management.
Kathleen shared that the hardest part has been balancing
family commitments. Between her church commitments
as a pastor’s wife, work, school and outside activities
with the kids, she has learned to prioritize on a new
level. When asked to share a tip with students about how
to get through some of the tough times, Kathleen said,
“Take life and your school experience one day at a time!
In addition, sharing my struggle with others who faced
similar challenges or had been through the process before
helped me realize that I was not alone on the journey
and others really provided me with the support and
encouragement I needed along the way.”
Best Wishes to Dr. Graef!
Dr. Steve Graef has left his role at Aultman College to persue another career opportunity. “We thank Steve for his
commitment and dedication to the students at Aultman College,” said Dr. Jean Paddock. “We have all benefited from
his expertise and wish him the best in his future endeavors!”
Meet Our Newest Staff Member: Cassie Prater, Secretary/Receptionist
Aultman College would like to welcome its newest staff
member, Cassie Prater! Cassie joins us from Aultman
Telecommunications and is most excited to begin her work
full time for an organization that she feels is laying the
groundwork for the future of our country’s health care.
When she is not at work, she loves to capture memories
for others as a photographer and loves taking long drives
and ending up in new places as she photographs each
journey.
She earned a degree in criminal justice from Kent State
and stresses the importance of still having fun in life.
When asked to share a tip with Aultman College students
she said, “Remember to have fun! Find amusement in the
small things. I had a professor in
college whose mantra was to ‘just
breathe and have fun.’ Challenge
yourself and set goals, but
remember to squeeze in some
down time. It helps to keep you
focused and not so stressed.”
Be sure to stop by the reception area and
introduce yourself to Cassie this summer. She will be
sure to share stories of growing up in the Canton area, her
love for photography or her kitten Meeko, named after her
love for Disney movies. Welcome, Cassie!