2012 Press Releases
Below is a complete archive of Southern State’s press releases from June 2012 through December 2012.
For any questions, please contact the Communications Office at communications@sscc.edu.
December 2012
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ partners with Franklin University to offer bachelor’s degree- Franklin University and °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ (°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ) hosted an event Dec. 6 to officially mark the signing of the co-location agreement between the two institutions which will allow the offering of Franklin classes at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Fayette Campus in Washington Court House.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ hosts free "Astronomy is for All" event on Dec. 6- Want to look at the December sky from an amateur astronomer’s perspective? Join your guide to the skies LaRue Turner 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, in the Learning Resources Center on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
November 2012
Food Processing & Technology now offered at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ
- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ announces the launch of a new associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degree program in Food Processing & Technology.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ to offer dental assistant, veterinary training programs
- Through a partnership with Boston Reed College, °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ now provides continuing education programs in dental assistant and veterinary assistant training.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ faculty honored by higher education council
- The Southwestern Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) recently recognized three °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ faculty members for excellence in teaching.
Southern State Singers to present Dec. 9 concert
- The Southern State Singers will present their 14th annual Christmas concert 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 234 N. High St., Hillsboro.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees to meet Nov. 14
- The °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees will meet 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, in Room 106 on the college’s Central Campus.
"Growing Roses" workshop Nov. 15 at Southern State
- The Brown County Master Gardeners will present a series of educational workshops and presentations on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Patri-Tots in Hillsboro earns perfect rating- The Patri-Tots Learning Center at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus in Hillsboro has earned a 100-percent licensing compliance inspection rating with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ welcomes Montpelier archaeologist for Nov. 13 event- Specializing in American slave sites, archaeologist Matt Reeves, Ph.D., will present "Archaeology at James Madison’s Montpelier: Rediscovering and Restoring the Madison Plantation Landscape" 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, in the auditorium on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus.
October 2012
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°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees committee to meet Nov. 2
- The Student Success Committee of the °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees will meet 1–2:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, in Room 106 of the college’s Central Campus.
Info session planned Nov. 9 for new aviation degree- Does a career in aviation sound like the perfect path for you? Through a new partnership agreement, °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ and Great Oaks Career Campuses will collaboratively offer an FAA-certified associate’s degree in Engineering: Aviation Maintenance.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ band to perform Nov. 11 Veterans Day concert- The Southern State Community Band will honor our nation’s veterans with a Veterans Day concert 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, in the Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ South Campus to host Nov. 8 performance by Steve Free- Award-winning songwriter Steve Free of Scioto County will perform folk music 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, in the Learning Resources Center (LRC) on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
'Knockemstiff' author to kick off °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Reading Series on Nov. 8- Award-winning author Donald Ray Pollock will kick off the new Reading Series at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ with a tour stop 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, in the Lecture Hall on the college’s Central Campus.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Theatre presents "A Doll’s House" Nov. 2–4- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Theatre will present Henrik Ibsen’s classic play "A Doll’s House" Nov. 2–4 in the Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus.
Free "Exploring Exporting" seminar Oct. 25 at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Center- Have you ever considered selling your products and services internationally? Today it’s easier than ever for a company, regardless of size, to sell goods and services across the globe.
"Ghosts of Ohio" event at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus Oct. 25- Meet "Ghosts of Ohio" founder James Willis at a special event to be held 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, in the Learning Resources Center on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
'Amending the Soil' workshop Oct. 18 at Southern State- The Brown County Master Gardeners will present a series of educational workshops and presentations on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ provides outreach for students juggling work, families- Are you a college student trying to juggle the demands of work and family? You’re in good company. Approximately 84 percent of the total number of students enrolled in college classes nationwide are adult learners, with families and jobs.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ plans Oct. 18 artist reception for Roy Carpenter- An exhibition featuring artist Roy Carpenter is currently on display in the Learning Resources Center (LRC) of °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
September 2012
AmeriCorps volunteers mentoring students at Southern State- Three recent graduates have returned to °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ this fall to serve as College Completion Coaches dedicated to supporting first-time students who are enrolled in developmental education courses to earn a certificate or degree.
Coyotes topic of Sept. 27 event at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ South Campus- Author Carol Cartaino will discuss her book "Myths & Truths About Coyotes" 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27, in the Learning Resources Center on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s South Campus.
Pell, Hall sworn in as Southern State trustees- At the Sept. 12 meeting of the °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees, Adams County Judge Alan Foster presided over the swearing in of new trustee Mike Pell of Adams County and reappointed trustee Paul Hall of Brown County.
Progress on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s plan for new campus in Mt. Orab- With a projected opening for Fall 2014, °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ is making steady progress on plans for its newest campus along state Route 32 in Mt. Orab.
"The Hillsboro Story" – Civil rights drama comes to Southern State- Susan Banyas will bring a theatrical performance of "The Hillsboro Story" back to its namesake town 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28, in the Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ announces honors lists for summer quarter- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ has released its president’s and dean’s list for academic excellence for Summer Quarter 2012.
August 2012
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ soccer sabotaged at Mid Michigan Community College- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s men’s soccer team fell 0–2 to Mid Michigan Community College in Mt. Pleasant, Mich., on Aug. 25.
"A Doll’s House" auditions Sept. 7 at Southern State- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Theatre will host open auditions for the upcoming fall production of Henrik Ibsen’s "A Doll’s House."
U.S. Bank makes donation to °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Foundation- U.S. Bank has been a significant contributor to Southern State, totaling more than $15,000 in donation over the years resulting in numerous scholarships to Southern State students.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ soccer begins 2012 season with a win- On Aug. 24, the Southern State Patriots men’s soccer team made the five-hour trip to Lansing, Mich., where they defeated Great Lakes Christian College (2011 NCCAA II regional semifinalists) by a score of 4–1.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Basic Peace Officers complete training- The cadets of °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Basic Peace Officers Training Program were recognized at a special ceremony held August 16 at the college’s Fayette Campus in Washington Court House.
Southern State’s practical nursing program honors 39 graduates- The 45th graduating class of °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s practical nursing program was honored during a special pinning ceremony held August 10 on the college’s Central Campus in Hillsboro.
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°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees committee to meet Aug. 24
- The Long-Term Planning/Facilities Committee of the °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees will meet 9 a.m., Friday, Aug. 24, 2012, in Room 305 of the college’s Central Campus.
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°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ launches new dental, veterinary training programs
- Through a partnership with Boston Reed College, a national education provider, °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ is now able to provide healthcare training programs that prepare students for job opportunities in the growing allied health industry.
July 2012
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°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees to meet August 8
- The °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees will meet 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 8, in Room 303 on the college’s North Campus.
Adams County man appointed as °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ trustee- Ohio Gov. John R. Kasich’s office has filled an open seat on the °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees with the appointment of Michael P. Pell of West Union in Adams County.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ electromechanical engineering degree offered in Manchester- Three local institutions have partnered to offer an Electromechanical Engineering degree in Manchester and those interested can learn more about it during an Aug. 1 tour and informational session.
Wells introduced as new °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ women’s basketball coach- Matt Wells will take the helm as the new head coach of women’s basketball at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ. Wells is a veteran on the court, with coaching credentials at Mt. Orab Junior High, Western Brown High School, Williamsburg High School, Amelia High School and, most recently, as the varsity coach of East Clinton High School.
McAvene takes helm as new °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ men’s basketball coach- Travis McAvene has been named the new head coach for men’s basketball at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ. McAvene brings a strong reputation of winning basketball games and coaching elite talent.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Great Strides event raises $4,000 for Cystic Fibrosis- The weather was perfect for the Great Strides: Taking Steps to Cure Cystic Fibrosis event held recently at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Fayette Campus in Washington Court House.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Patri-Tots’ Summer Fest slated for July 21- The Patri-Tots Learning Center will host a Summer Fest open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, at the North Campus location.
HUBZone workshop offered free at Southern State- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ is hosting a free Small Business Administration (SBA) "HUBZone Boot Camp" from 9–11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 11, at the college’s Enterprise Center.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Theatre presents "Annie" Aug. 3–5- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Theatre will present the classic, family–friendly musical "Annie" Aug 3–5 in the Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus.
June 2012
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Adult Opportunity Center holds recognition celebration- Area residents who passed the General Education Development (GED) test were honored June 14 at the 24th annual Adult Opportunity Center’s Recognition Celebration at °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus in Hillsboro.
Area college students inducted into PTK honor society- The membership of one of higher education’s most recognized honor societies, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), was enhanced by the induction of several new members at a June 15 ceremony on the Central Campus of °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ.
Southern State announces honors list for spring quarter- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ has released its president’s and dean’s list for academic excellence for spring quarter 2012.
Carver addresses largest graduating class in °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ history- °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s 37th annual commencement exercises were held June 8 in the Patriot Center on °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Central Campus in Hillsboro.
°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Associate Degree Nursing program graduates 38- Thirty-eight graduates of °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ’s Associate Degree Nursing program were recognized June 7 during a recent pinning ceremony at the college’s Central Campus in Hillsboro.
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°ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees to meet June 8
- The °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Board of Trustees will meet 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 8, 2012, in Room 106 of the college’s Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. The meeting is open to the public.
Hillsboro’s Kayla Deatley signs with °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Patriots- Kayla Deatley, a graduate of Hillsboro High School, signed a National Letter of Intent to play softball for the °ÄÃŲÊÀúÊ·¿ª½±¼Ç¼²éѯ Patriots.
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