Golf Outing to Support Bulldogs Baseball Program September16

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The 2016-17 South Suburban College Baseball Team is hosting their 11^th Annual Bulldog Baseball Golf Outing to raise funds for athletic equipment and travel costs for nationwide tournaments. The Bulldog Golf Outing will take place on Friday, September 16, 2016, at Lincolnshire Country Club, 390 E. Richton Road in Crete, Illinois, 708-672-5411.

Registration begins at 12 noon with a shotgun start at 1:00 p.m. The cost is $100.00 per golfer which includes golf (four‐man scramble) with dinner and door prizes to follow. Hole sponsorships are also available for $100.00.

For more information please contact Head Coach Steve Ruzich at (708) 596‐2000, ext. 5843, or email sruzich@ssc.edu. Checks should be made payable to “South Suburban College Baseball” and delivered to 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL 60473. Hole sponsors should indicate what to display on the sponsorship when sending in the check, and must be returned by September 14^th.

Manufacturing Workshop on Blueprint Reading Coming To SSC’s Oak Forest Center

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) presents a Workshop titled Blueprint Reading for Production Operators, Supervisors and Managers on Thursday, September 29 and again on Friday, November 18 from 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. This workshop will be held at the South Suburban College Oak Forest Center in Room 5230, and will be presented by Albert Lettman, who has extensive experience as a Problem Solver.

If you’re searching for training that helps you implement solutions to frequent issues you have, but you face time and cost restraints that prevent you from implementing big training projects, these trainings will narrow down the issues and then provide solutions to your most basic problems. Come to this workshop or schedule with us to customize the training for your company!

Blue Print Reading for Production Operators, Supervisors and Managers

Overview: This Blueprint Reading workshop is for individuals in need of very basic skill development in dimensioning, tolerances, types of lines, auxiliary views, section views, title block, and symbols. Individual class exercises will provide some practice for participants. This workshop will enable participants to interpret manufacturing drawings.

About our Presenter: Albert Lettman is a facilitator with extensive experience as a Problem Solver. He has over 20 years of experience in Lean principles, ISO 9000/Malcolm Baldridge assessment, Six Sigma and Shainin. He is a certified Shainin journeyman, a Six Sigma Master Black Belt, as well as a Certified Lean facilitator. Together, BCI and Lettman will work with you to find the best operational approach for your company, from the planning stage through implementation stages, using Lean principles that will be best aligned with the strategic direction of your company.

In October, the Business & Career Institute will be offering workshops in Lean Problem Solving and Statistical Process Control for Operators, Supervisor and Managers.

This workshop will be held at South Suburban College’s Oak Forest Center, 16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest, IL in Room 5230. The cost of the workshop with lunch is $195 per person. Send three people and the third person is free. To register: Call Nancy Burrows (708) 596-2000, ext. 3258 or by email to nburrows@ssc.edu.

Business & Career Institute to Offer Free ISO-9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 Workshops in Oak Forest

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Webmaster

OAK FOREST, IL – The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College (SSC) will offer another course in their Hot Topics on the Go sequence, geared to provide information regarding the key changes organizations will have to consider with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015. The workshop will also focus on developing a balanced approach and timeline for organizations’ transition to it, focusing on changes to requirements and tips for implementation. Our expert will present information quickly and clearly followed by question and answer sessions. The upcoming topic on the calendar for Tuesday, September 20 is as follows:

Topic: ISO-9001:2015 Workshop
Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Topic: ISO 14001:2015 Workshop
Time: 10:15 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Location: SSC’s Oak Forest Center
16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois

Each of the two sessions will include: A review of design specification and scope of revisions; Keys to understanding the revisions; In-depth review of requirements with biggest impact; Tips for implementation; Transition from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2004 to ISO 14001:2015; and Commentary on what the new requirements really mean.

About the Presenter: Chuck Jenrich brings a rich and varied background in manufacturing and service sectors, including government, education and healthcare. Jenrich has been lead auditor qualified for over 20 years, with qualifications and certifications that span the alphabet and numerical system: AAR M-1003 a standard for companies needing railroad certification, the ISO series including 9000, 14000 through 22000, TS16949, AS9100, Safe Quality Food and AIB. He has been a Black Belt since 2000, trained with ASQ/Six Sigma Academy and was recertified in 2010 by Caterpillar. He has worked in the Toyota Production System and with most major automakers. He is certified to teach the MSSC CPT curriculum and has been teaching it at SSC and other community colleges in Illinois.

Learn how the Business & Career Institute of South Suburban College can help ease your company’s transition and implementation of these standards through its customized approach to your company’s needs. Hot Topics on the Go sessions are free of charge, but reservations are required. To RSVP or for further ISO consultation and training information, please contact Nancy Burrows at (708) 596-2000, ext. 3258 or NBurrows@ssc.edu.

The “Amorous Ambassador” is Slapstick Silliness at South Suburban College

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND – The PAC Rats Theatre Company of South Suburban College will present Michael Parker’s randy romp, The Amorous Ambassador. Performances will take place in the Kindig Performing Arts Center on the main campus on September 16, 17 and 23 at 8pm, September 24 at 2pm and 8pm and September 25 at 2:00 p.m.

In the tradition of true British bedroom farce, Parker weaves a web of circumstance laced with quick exits and entrances, visual humor and clever one-liners.

Perkins (Pat Nevins of Homewood), a very dignified English butler, exercises extreme discretion as each of the members of the Douglas family confide their weekend plans. They each plot to have the U.S. Ambassador to Great Britain’s estate to themselves for a romantic rendezvous. Harry (Julian Hall of South Holland) announces that he will be playing golf in Scotland, while his wife Lois (Diamond Sanders of Sauk Village) and daughter Debbie (Catherine Hundt of Thornton) mention plans of their own.

Thinking the house is empty, they each arrive back at the estate with their paramour. Their predicament is further complicated when a bomb threat sends Harry’s secretary, Faye (Amy Pniewski of Thornton), and Marine Captain South (Kevin Hathaway of Park Forest) to fulfill security measures. The cast is completed by Harry’s sexy neighbor and current lover, Marian (Ashley Orendorff of Thornton) and Debbie’s boyfriend, Joe (Charlie Furtek of Lansing).

The play is directed by Midlothian resident Angela Martin. Set design is by Dean Scalzitti of Hegewisch. The costume designer is Joanna Tassin of Park Forest. Sandra Wagner is the stage manager and Laura Tiemens is the lighting designer. Both are from Lansing. Heather Young of Chicago is designing the props for the production and Jordan Swierczyna of Robbins is the sound designer.

Tickets are just $8 for adults, $6 for seniors 55 or better, $6 for students. South Suburban College staff and students will enjoy a buy one, get one offer with an I.D. Call the 24/7 box office voicemail line at 708-210-5741. You may also reserve tickets by e-mail at boxoffice@ssc.edu. Group rates are also available. Playwright Michael Parker will make himself available for phone interviews. Email: michaelsusanparker@yahoo.com

South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street in South Holland, Illinois, between Sibley Boulevard and 159th Street. The campus is convenient to Routes 94, 80, 57, and 294. Free, ample, well-lit parking is available.

A phpoto of the cast of "The Amorous Ambassador" — *The cast of “The Amorous Ambassador”*

It’s Not Too Late to Register for Fall – Late Start Classes Coming to South Suburban College September 19

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Registration for the Fall Semester at South Suburban College is still in progress for a wide range of “Late Start” classes. Current and prospective students are encouraged to register soon for these 12-week courses, set to begin the week of September 19, 2016.

Prospective students should get started with the Online Application at www.ssc.edu. Becoming a student is simple, and there is still time to apply for Financial Aid and speak with Admissions staff and counselors. Once the application process is complete, new students will receive an SSC email account and a “My SSC” Username & Password via email which will allow access to student information and class registration. The “My SSC” portal also allows students 24-hour access during college closed periods. Both interactive and printable Fall Credit Class Schedules are also accessible online from www.ssc.edu.

The Late Start classes are offered in a variety of subject areas including Accounting, Art, Basic Nurse Assistant Training, Biology, Business, Community Health Worker, Computer Information Sciences, Court Reporting, Drama, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medical Technician, English, Health Information Technology, Health & Wellness, Foundations for College Success (OCS), Human Services, Mathematics, Manufacturing, Medical Assistant, Music, Nutrition, Office Administration & Technology, Pharm Tech, Philosophy, Physical Education, Psychology, Reading, Sociology, Spanish, Speech, Study Skills, Welding and more.

Payment is currently due at the time of registration for Late Start classes, but Financial Aid can be utilized for the 12-week credit classes (FAFSA must be completed by September 12). SSC’s Financial Aid Office encourages all students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible at fafsa.gov using institution code 001769. For help filling out FAFSA, please call (708) 596-2000, extension 5780 or stop by the Financial Aid Office (Room 2355) for assistance.

As a payment alternative, SSC offers the FACTS interest-free monthly payment plan. There is a $25 non-refundable enrollment fee per semester. Payments may be made from savings, checking, or credit card accounts. SSC is also now offering a Free Class to first time credit students residing in District 510, Lake County, IN, or those who qualify for the Chicago Regional Rate. The Free Class applies to tuition only, and does not apply to courses of more than 5 credit hours. Individuals must not be receiving any state or federal financial aid or employer subsidies. More information is available at www.ssc.edu/freeclass

For more information about all of SSC’s programs, admissions and registration, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. The college’s extension site, the Oak Forest Center, is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois.

South Suburban College Fall Registration Still in Progress

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Webmaster

South Holland, IL – Open Registration for the Fall 2016 Semester at South Suburban College (SSC) is in progress. The Admissions/Registration areas are open Mondays through Thursdays 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. and Fridays 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. For your convenience, Registration Services will also be open Saturday, August 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., including Admissions, Registration, Records, Student Life, Business and Accounting, Financial Aid, AAC, Counseling and Testing.

Apply online at www.ssc.edu to begin the enrollment process. New students will receive an SSC email account and a “My SSC” Username & Password via email which will allow access to the online schedule and class registration. The “My SSC” portal also allows students 24-hour access during college closed periods.

Fall classes begin Monday, August 22^nd at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center. We invite the public to come and register so that they can see for themselves the opportunities that await with lower tuition that could save hundreds, even thousands of dollars versus four-year university costs.

Contact the Office of Admissions at (708) 210-5718 for enrollment information. SSC’s Main Campus is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois.

SSC Fall Open House a Success

Posted on August 11, 2016August 11, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College hosted its 3rd Annual Open House on
Thursday, August 4th from 4:30-7:00 p.m. with something for everyone. There was fun, excitement and a large dose of enthusiasm provided by college staff. The Open House, geared toward providing College information and pathways to successful careers, saw nearly 300 persons come through its doors seeking just that. Many participated in College tours and raffles for an IPad Air, Visa Gift Cards, and other giveaways. WGCI and Tone Kapone were also on campus and rounded out the fun.

Program representatives from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math), Manufacturing, Building and Construction, Paralegal Studies, Court Reporting, Allied Health, SSC Maker Lab, Graphic Arts, Nursing, Applied Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Aided Design (CAD), Job Training and many more were on hand to answer questions and guide potential students with program facts and requirements. Others provided hands-on experience and technology displays that were fun as well as interesting such as a nail drive contest featured by Building and Construction and a programmable game board featured by Applied Engineering Technology.

Representation from Admissions, Registration, Counseling, Academic Assistance Center and other supportive services assisted our students in navigating their college and career choices. Students received valuable information on the registration process, course selection options, Financial Aid, as well as Student Life. Despite the lingering budget crisis with the State of Illinois, our doors are open and we remain committed to the mission of South Suburban College by “Serving our Students and the Community through lifelong learning.”

*Hands-on experiences were part of the fun at the South Suburban College Open House.*

SSC Foundation Elects New Membership, Readies For Scholarship Drive

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) recently held its
annual meeting at South Suburban College (SSC) in South Holland to review and close fiscal year (FY) 2016 and to elect new membership and officers for FY-17.

Two representatives from Illiana Financial Credit Union’s South Holland office will be joining the SSCF Board of Directors – Sonia Gomez, Vice President of Human Resources and Administration, and Leonard Boos, Chief Financial Officer – along with SSC alumnus Anthony Williams, Global Entrepreneur and Human Resources Executive.

“It’s a pleasure to return to SSC where I began my college education in a role in which I can give back and help other students achieve success,” said Williams. “I look forward to joining the efforts of my fellow board directors and positively influencing the development of scholarships as well as assisting with alumni relations.”

Additionally, the Foundation elected a new slate of officers including President Cindy Doorn-Nylen, of Docter’s Interior Plantscaping; Vice-President Susan Cox, of First Midwest Bank; Treasurer John Kasperek, Jr., CPA; and Executive Committee members Patrick Rush, SSCF Executive Director; Robin James, Providence Bank; Tim Woloszyn, MB Financial Bank; and Don Manning, SSC President.

The SSCF also reviewed fundraising successes and scholarships awarded of the past year. Its two major fundraisers–the fall Scholarship Donor Drive and the spring Showcase Gala helped the Foundation to award 141 scholarships for $110,000, with an additional $12,000 in special assistance directed to SSC students through the Carol Manning Student Assistance Fund and Rocky Clark Memorial Fund (for students with challenges).

“Thanks to our board of directors and countless supporters, the South Suburban College Foundation had a successful year fulfilling its mission to support student success,” said Pat Rush, Executive Director. “As we look forward, 2017 will be especially critical to SSC and the Foundation and we will aggressively pursue additional support for student aid starting with our fall scholarship drive.”

The SSC Foundation is a philanthropic, not-for-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors composed of 28 of the south suburban area’s business, civic and community leaders. The SSCF has now awarded over $1,800,000 in scholarships since 1989.

For more information about the SSCF or to donate to scholarship opportunities or capital projects, visit www.ssc.edu/foundation or email foundation@ssc.edu.

SSC Offering Free Highway Construction Careers Training Program in August

Posted on August 10, 2016August 10, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College will be offering a Free Highway Construction Careers Training Program this fall at their Oak Forest Campus. Orientation and Assessment Testing will be August 23-25 at the Oak Forest Center, with the program set to begin on September 19, 2016.

The Highway Construction Careers Training Program has been implemented to increase the number of minorities, women, and disadvantaged individuals working on IDOT highway construction projects. The training consists of an intensive 12-week program to learn the skills necessary for acceptance into the highway construction trades and gives the opportunity for a career with high wage potential.

Career Opportunities include:

Cement Mason
Electrician
Pipefitter
Carpenter
Laborer
Equipment Operator

Requirements:

Valid driver’s license
18 years or older
High School diploma/GED
Interest working in the Construction Trades

Construction will always be needed for new buildings, roads, bridges, and other structures. Some of the more skilled construction careers such as engineer require higher education while others such as cement masonry can be learned as an on-the-job apprentice.

For more information, please visit our website at www.ssc.edu/hcctp, or call (708) 225-6042, or email hcctp@ssc.edu. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois 60452.

Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program Open House Coming to South Suburban College

Posted on August 10, 2016August 10, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s Office of the Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program (CNA) is hosting an Open House on Thursday, August 11^th from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the Atrium at the college’s main campus. Successful completion of this credit course is required in order to become eligible to take the State of Illinois Nursing Assistant Certification Examination, and is the first step towards entrance into the SSC Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.

The classes meet at the Oak Forest Center on Monday through Thursday. The course instruction includes basic nursing skills through lecture, campus laboratory and supervised clinical experiences at a long-term health care facility. Each individual who successfully passes the certification exam will then be placed on the State of Illinois Health Care Worker Registry.
All Basic Nurse Assistant applicants must complete a Livescan criminal background check in accordance with the Health Care Worker Background Check Code, submit a physical health form, provide proof of current health insurance coverage and provide a copy of your current CPR card.

South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, Illinois. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois. Please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2497 or email JMabry@ssc.edu for more information.

Indiana Artist Felix “Flex” Maldonado Jr. Opens a Solo Exhibition “Graffiti aHEAD: A Documentation of the Midwest Graffiti Writers” in Dorothea Thiel Gallery of South Suburban College

Posted on August 10, 2016August 10, 2016 by Webmaster

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to announce a special guest artist exhibition titled “Graffiti aHEAD: A Documentation of Midwest Graffiti Writers,” by East Chicago artist Felix “Flex” Maldonado Jr. in the Dorothea Thiel Gallery from August 28th through October 13th. There will also be a closing reception for the artist at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 8th. The Dorothea Thiel Gallery is located on the 4th Floor of SSC’s Main Campus.

A proud native of East Chicago, Felix is a self-taught artist with 25+ years’ experience in painting, murals and graffiti art. In 1995, he received his BFA in Advertising from the American Academy of Art in Chicago. His work has landed him at several ad agencies in Chicago directing and producing award-winning spots for companies like Culligan Water, Peoples Energy, Roto-Rooter, Head Tennis and ATA Airlines.

Felix Maldonado is an artist in every sense of the word. His passion and enthusiasm for this subject is evident in everything he makes. One particular body of work, that demonstrates many of his abilities and could quite possibly be his strongest work, is a series of portraits of graffiti artists entitled “Graffiti aHead.” Felix has chosen these people to paint because of his admiration and respect for them as graffiti artists. This comes across in the work in various ways, first and foremost the size of the works.

He creates a nonpareil perspective into the world of portrait art and begins by sitting each subject down for a photograph. Encouraged to pose in such a manner that represents themselves, their individualities come alive frame by frame. This initial photo session is imperative to Felix’s creative process for portraits as this is where he begins his “visual conversation.” These larger-than-life portraits command attention and respect, which Felix bestows upon these people. The detail in the faces of the subjects is made with care but also with a spontaneous and physical manner synonymous to the medium they all use – the spray can. Maldonado stated, “While most see a furrow of an eyebrow as just that, I see this gesture as a continuous pause in color reaction and refraction; an ever-changing palate with every expression made.”

SSC Galleries are open at minimum Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The galleries are closed on weekends and holidays. The public is welcome to visit art exhibitions and receptions at no charge.

For more information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2445 or visit www.ssc.edu/art. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

Brooks Garden — *Indiana Artist Felix “Flex” Maldonado Jr. Opens a Solo Exhibition “Graffiti aHEAD: A Documentation of the Midwest Graffiti Writers” in Dorothea Thiel Gallery of South Suburban College.*

Tours and Lures at South Suburban College

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Webmaster

College Wide Open House and ‘Pokémon Go’ Campus Lure Party

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Players of the popular virtual reality mobile game “Pokémon Go” will have the opportunity to try and “catch ‘em all” at South Suburban College (SSC). A lure party will coincide with our 3^rd Annual Open House on August 4, 2016 from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM on the Main Campus.

A “lure party” involves temporarily attracting a variety of rare Pokémon (virtual creatures) to one area. This benefits players within the radius of a Pokéstop. A “Pokéstop” is a location such as a landmark, statue or building. One Pokéstop is available on the northwest end of campus, near the Performing Arts Center.

Visitors playing “Pokémon Go” will have the opportunity to learn more about the options available at SSC. There will also be free WiFi, charging stations, and refreshments available in the Atrium.

Tone Kapone from WGCI will be broadcasting live during the event in the Cafeteria. He will be giving away premium prizes to visitors every half hour. The grand prize is a $500 cash back-to-school prize pack to assist one prospective student with their education. There will also be chances to win an iPad Air2 and Visa gift cards.

“We look forward to welcoming community residents to visit our outstanding campus on August 4^th,” said SSC President Don Manning. “This is a fun opportunity to feature the quality education and variety of options offered at South Suburban College.”

Contact the Office of Admissions at (708) 210-5718 for more information. SSC’s Main Campus is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.