Month: March 2019

Forklift Operator Training Coming to Oak Forest Center

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute is once again offering Forklift Operator Training on two separate sessions Saturday, March 30th and Wednesday, April 3rd from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Oak Forest Center.

Individuals who are seeking to enhance their skills with a short-term career certification and employers who need to ensure their workforce is safe and in compliant should check out this one-day training. SSC will provide completers with a Forklift Operator Certification Card in conjunction with the National Safety Council.

Illinois requires all forklift operators to obtain a license to avoid OSHA sanctions and possible penalties. Forklift driving is no simple matter; it causes more than 100 deaths each year. This certification course covers the basic fork lift driving skills needed to obtain your Forklift Operator Certification.

For more information, please contact Gervaise Edwards at (708) 225-6032 or email gedwards@ssc.edu. SSC’s Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois, with convenient access from I-57, I-80, and I-294. Para Información En Español Llame: (708) 210-5740.

Online Marketing Workshop Series Coming to Oak Forest Center

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute is presenting three workshops designed to assist with online marketing for business: Design, Video, and Automation. These workshops, by Erial Ramsey, will be held at the South Suburban College Oak Forest Center from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Erial Ramsey, The Dream Queen, is an author, marketing and brand expert, entrepreneur and former college instructor. Her company, Imperial1002 (ten-oh-two), focuses on marketing design solutions for both print, web and social media. Ms. Ramsey has genuine heart for helping people succeed. For over 14 years she has served as a coach and consultant to many starting their own businesses.

Course Dates and Times:

Design
Monday, May 6th from 6-9 p.m.
Learn how to create stunning graphics for your business AND use them in your email campaigns and social media platforms.

Video
Monday, May 13th from 6-9 p.m.
Learn how to create custom videos and animated gifs. Learn how platforms like YouTube and Vimeo are helpful for your business.

Automate
Monday, May 20th from 6-9 p.m.
Schedule your posts and don’t think about them again! Learn how to setup ads for Facebook and Instagram.

Individuals may sign up for single courses or the series of three; each workshop is $30 per person, or all three workshops for $75. For more information or to register, please call (708) 225-6055 with payment. The college’s Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois, with convenient access from I-57, I-80, and I-294.

South Suburban College to Host Live First District Court Oral Arguments at 6th Annual Law Day on May 1st

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Legal Studies Department will host their sixth annual Law Day on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. This year’s event will feature a special live court case. Oral arguments for a real criminal First District Appellate Court case will be heard in the Performing Arts Center. This is a rare opportunity for the community to observe the First District at work at an off-site location. The general public–especially educators and students–is encouraged to attend this unique opportunity to witness some of the area’s most talented, professional litigators in action.

Opening remarks will begin at 10:00 a.m. with doors opening at 9:30. Following the arguments, the audience will have an opportunity to ask questions of the Appellate Prosecutor and Appellate Defender. The justices will return to the PAC for another question and answer session at approximately 11:30 a.m.

Attendees are welcome to stay for a Mock Crime Scene Demonstration from 12 noon–2:00 p.m. in the Atrium of the Main Campus, as well as a Court Reporting Demonstration from 12 noon–2:00 p.m., in the mb Financial Bank Business Suite. This event also provides guests with an opportunity to find out more about educational and career opportunities in the judicial field, and to learn about SSC’s Paralegal, Court Reporting and Criminal Justice programs.

For more information about Law Day, or to RSVP for the day’s events, please email jcieslik@ssc.edu or contact Jason M. Cieslik, J.D., Paralegal Coordinator, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2579.

Community Job Fair Coming May 21st to South Suburban College

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College and Thornton Township are partnering to offer their annual 2019 Community Job Fair on Tuesday, May 21st from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This free event is open to the public and will be held in the South Suburban College Fieldhouse at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

SSC and Thornton Township invite all job seekers to participate at this special event. Free resume writing assistance will also be provided. The Community Job Fair is an excellent opportunity for current students and upcoming graduates, alumni and community residents to connect with employers.

SSC and Thornton Township are also currently seeking employer participation. There is a $50 Early Bird Employer Registration by April 1st or $75 for Employer Registration from April 1st – May 1st. Early registration is encouraged at www.ssc.edu/jobfair.

For more information please call (708) 210-5748, or email lbuckner@ssc.edu or bwierzbicki@ssc.edu.

South Suburban College Women’s Volleyball Team is Hosting an Easter Egg Hunt April 7th

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– The South Suburban College Women’s Volleyball Team is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 7, at 3:00 p.m. in the SSC Fieldhouse. The event is open to the public free of charge for kids ages 10 and younger. All children must be preregistered as space is limited.

For more information or to register please contact Coach Michelle at (708) 655-9965 or email morth@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL.

Free English as a Second Language Classes Coming Soon to South Suburban College’s South Holland and Oak Forest Campuses

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Adult Education Department is offering a wide range of opportunities for adults to build the basic skills required for success. English as a Second Language (ESL) allows non-native students to improve their English skills from beginning to advanced levels.

Registration begins April 15, 2019. (Students must be prepared to stay the entire time designated.) Students may register at any of the following ESL program sites:

SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE MAIN CAMPUS
15800 S. State Street, South Holland, IL 60473, (708) 596-2000, Ext. 2240
General Registration: April 15, 16, 17, from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm in Room L233 or 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm in Room 1243B

  • Full-time ESL: Monday through Friday, April 22 – June 20, from 9:00 am – 2:30 pm in Room L233
  • Part-time ESL Day Program: Monday through Friday, April 22 – June 20, from 9:00 am – 11:00 am in Room L233
  • Part-time ESL Evening Program: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, April 22 – June 19, from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm in Room 1243B

SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE – OAK FOREST CENTER
16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, IL 60452, (708) 225-6029

General Registration: April 15, 16, 17, 2019
Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm in Room 5240
Students must be prepared to stay the entire time.

Part-time ESL Day Program: Monday through Friday, April 22 – June 20, from 9:00 am – 11:30 am in Room 5680 OR 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm in Room 5680

At the time of registration all students will take a Placement Test and need the following items:

  • CURRENT STATE I.D. or DRIVERS LICENSE INDICATING ILLINOIS RESIDENCE
  • UNDER AGE 18 – WITHDRAWAL FORM FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL OF CURRENT RESIDENCE
  • Information provided will be kept confidential in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380).
  • For the purpose of compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment) Federal funds of $343,670 provides approximately 36% of the support of these programs.

The South Suburban College Adult Education program is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Priority registration is given to continuing students who are making progress in their studies. Waiting lists will be taken as classes have a maximum number of students who can be served. (Indiana Residents cannot participate in this program.)

For more information contact South Suburban College at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2240 or 2385, or visit Adult Education online from ssc.edu. To request ADA accommodations (allow three weeks), please contact Gail Bonds-Carpenter, ADA Coordinator, (708) 596-2000, ext. 2691.

Kryder Solo Exhibition Now on Display in Photo Four Gallery of South Suburban College

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to announce a special guest artist exhibition titled “Eclectically Yours, Tanya,” photographs by artist Tanya Kryder in the Photo Four Gallery through April 4, 2019. There will be a closing reception for the artist on Thursday, April 4th at 12:30 p.m. The Photo Four Gallery is located in Room 4338 of SSC’s Main Campus.

Tanya Kryder is an emerging fine art photographer based in Northeastern Indiana. She works in still life—constructed reality through digital composites and experimental (alternative/historical processes). While her composite work is dark and surreal with a bit of whimsy, that follows several themes with one common connection, the human condition. Meanwhile, her alternative process work is still in its experimental phase and is ever-changing in content and subject matter.

Kryder began her love affair with the camera at a young age. However, it wasn’t until she found a mentor that taught her traditional darkroom that she realized she had a passion for the whole artistic process, form capture to final print making. She holds a degree in Fine Art Photography from
Academy of Art University. She started her freelance career in 2009.

Kryder gained national recognition for her volunteer work with a project near and dear to her heart, focused on historic cemetery preservation. She worked on the project as the photographer, photo editor and graphic artist. Tanya has participated in four group shows, two art fairs and has had work published in more than 14 publications.

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.

“Silence” by Tanya Kryder
Pictured: “Silence” by Tanya Kryder

Victoria Fuller’s Exhibition “Plants, Pollen, Sun and Sci-fi” Exhibiting South Suburban College Dulgar Gallery

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to present an exhibition of sculptural works and guest lecture by artist Victoria Fuller. “Plants, Pollen, Sun and Sci-fi” is currently on display in the Dulgar Gallery culminating with a special Artist Lecture on April 30th at 10 a.m., followed by the closing reception at 11 a.m.

Victoria Fuller is a Chicago sculptor, painter, natural science illustrator, and curator. She creates works with appropriated objects and nature themed art work. Fuller has been honored with fellowships from the Colorado Council for the Arts and Humanities and the Illinois Arts Council with appearances in galleries, museums, and public spaces across the United States.

Fuller loves science and natural history displays in museums. Her work revolves around and is influenced by science, nature, surrealism, science fiction, 60’s pop art, and kitsch Americana and gigantism. Her show “Plants, Pollen, Sun and Sci-fi” explores these influences.

The public is welcome to visit the art exhibition and reception at no charge. The Dulgar Gallery is on the 1st Floor of SSC’s Main Campus. 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.

For more information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2300, visit www.ssc.edu/art, or email etucker@ssc.edu. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

"Going Nuts" - 2015, Cast flax fiber, epoxy clay, acrylic medium, acrylic paint 36″ x 110″ x 84″
Pictured: “Going Nuts 2015” by Victoria Fuller

Summer Class Registration Opens March 18th at South Suburban College

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SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Summer Registration opens at South Suburban College (SSC) on Monday, March 18, 2019. The 2019 Summer Semester begins on Monday, June 3rd for both credit and non-credit classes at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center.

The summer session is an excellent opportunity for current students to take one or two courses to continue their academic progress, while also providing new students with the perfect opportunity to begin or resume their college experience and check out SSC. Additionally, four year institution reverse transfer students are able to enroll in classes at a more affordable rate while at home for the summer.

SSC continues to offer a “Free Class” waiver to first-time credit students who don’t receive other financial assistance or subsidies and who reside within South Suburban College District 510 or Lake County, IN. The waiver applies to tuition only and does not apply to courses of more than 5 credit hours. More information is available at www.ssc.edu/freeclass.

Prospective students should get started with the Online Application at www.ssc.edu. Once the application process is complete, new students will receive an SSC email account and a Self Service Username & Password via email which will allow access to student information and class registration. Both interactive and printable Summer Credit Class Schedules are also accessible online.

For more information, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718. Para Información En Español Llame: (708) 210-5740. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois