SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College is offering two one-day Fork Lift Operator Training courses on Saturdays August 17th and August 24th from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Each training will be held at the college’s Oak Forest Center.
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 Fork Lift Operator Certification. A Certification Card from the National Safety Council will be issued to the student upon successful completion of the course.
The cost of Fork Lift Operator Training is $175. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn Ave. For more information or to register please contact Gervaise Edwards at (708) 225-6032 or email Gedwards@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College present a 4-hour course titled Electrical Safety/Arc-Flash Electrically Unqualified Employee & Supervisor Training on Monday, August 19th from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. The training will be held at the college’s Oak Forest Center and will include a continental breakfast.
The course is designed for all personnel who are responsible for operation and maintenance of electrical equipment operating at 600 volts or less, supervisors of production and maintenance employees. Participants must be familiar with the equipment they are expected to operate and maintain. Electrical Safety/Arc-Flash Electrically Unqualified Employee & Supervisor Training is an instructor-led course that provides a basic understanding of electrical safety and the hazards associated with electrical equipment operations and maintenance.
Topics covered in this course include:
Hazards of working around electrical equipment
Safety precautions based on OSHA standards and NFPA 70E
Arc-Flash
Arc-Blast
Electric Shock
Lockout/tagout
Non-electrical hazards (two hazard rule)
Home electrical safety
The importance of equipment grounding
Circuit breakers and fuses
The cost of the training with continental breakfast is $50 per person. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn Ave. For more information or to register please contact Gervaise Edwards at (708) 225-6032 or email Gedwards@ssc.edu
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College present a half-day conference titled “Understanding Trauma in the Workplace” on Thursday, August 29th from 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon with a catered breakfast. The conference will be held in the South Suburban College Performing Arts Center.
A recent poll found that 53% of working Americans have experienced a traumatic event while on the job. It is critical now more than ever to have a plan in place to thwart harrowing events and to provide employees with necessary resources to cope with the effects.
In this half-day conference, attendees will:
Hear from industry experts about trends of violence and the impact on business
Learn the proper protocol in active shooter situations
Identify ways to reduce violent reactions during disciplinary procedures
Ascertain practical but important stress management skills
Who should attend?
Human resource professionals
Mental health and social work professionals
Business owners, managers, supervisors and program/operations directors from any industry including manufacturing, professional services, municipalities, schools, retail, medical, social services and faith-based communities
CEU’s will be offered for LCPC, LCSW & SHRM-CP/CPA. The cost of the conference with catered breakfast is $49 per person. To register, email bci@ssc.edu or please call (708) 225-6055. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL. Additional information can also be found at https://www.ssc.edu/event/bci-conference-understanding-trauma-in-the-workplace/
A Free Class is available to qualified applicants during the fall term.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Fall Registration is in progress at South Suburban College (SSC). The 2019 Fall Semester begins the week of Monday, August 19th for both credit and non-credit classes at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center. The class schedules are available online at www.ssc.edu. Prospective students are encouraged to register soon to secure their preferred schedule.
The fall semester is an excellent opportunity for students to begin or resume pursuing their college goals at a convenient, affordable institution that is focused on student success. Prospective SSC 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.
SSC also offers a Free Class to first time credit students residing in District 510 and in Lake County, IN. Residents may take the Free Class during a fall or spring semester (high school students may also utilize the Free Class during the summer semester before or after their senior year). The Free Class applies to tuition only, and does not apply to courses of more than 5 credit hours. The Free Class cannot be used with State or Federal Financial Aid, Other Special Tuition Programs or Employer Subsidy Programs.
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
SSC is a community college located in South Holland, Illinois serving 21 communities including parts of the Chicago Southland and northwest Indiana. SSC provides a variety of support services and leadership opportunities to its students in addition to a wide range of academic program options. For more information about SSC, please visit www.ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The 2019 South Suburban College Baseball Team is hosting its 14th 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 20, 2019, at Lincolnshire Country Club—390 E. Richton Road in Crete, IL.
Registration begins at 11:00 a.m. with a shotgun start at 12 noon. The cost is $150.00 per golfer or $500 for a foursome, 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 Monday, September 16th.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—South Suburban College (SSC) president, Lynette D. Stokes, Ed.D., is being selected as one of five honorees for the 2019 Ignitor Award from the Professional Women’s Network (PWN). The Ignitor Award identifies individuals who overcame obstacles to climb to extraordinary heights while lighting the way for other women to follow. PWN will be promoting Dr. Stokes as an honoree throughout the month of July leading up to the event being held on Tuesday, July 30th at Glenwoodie Golf Club.
This year marks PWN’s 5th Annual Summer Soiree. In 2014, then President Barbara Karstrom introduced an event that would give PWN the opportunity to celebrate its membership and honor women who have demonstrated proudly overcoming tremendous challenges.
“We continue to honor some amazing women such as Dr. Stokes, who overcame private battles that did not hinder their drive to continue to excel and inspire,” said Doranita Tyler, PWN President who introduced the theme “Ignite Your Why” to inspire members to strive passionately to excel in their purpose. “We are excited to recognize four individuals and one nonprofit organization with the 2019 Ignitor Award.”
Dr. Stokes is the first African American female president in SSC’s 91-year history. Having worked in public service for nearly 24 years, she has served as an advocate of youth in the child welfare system, taught elementary and community college education, and worked for equal rights organizations. Dr. Stokes earned her Doctorate from Roosevelt University where she received the Outstanding Dissertation of the Year Award. She was also honored with the Kathy Osterman Award for Outstanding Public Service Supervision, 2014 Chicago Defender’s Women of Excellence Award, the 2018 ICBCHE Trailblazer Award and 2019 Egretha Award.
The mission of Professional Women’s Network is to help women develop their careers, enhance their businesses and mentor the next generation of women business leaders through educational programs, resource sharing and networking opportunities.
South Suburban College President Dr. Lynette Stokes
OAK FOREST, IL–South Suburban College is preparing for the next session of its free Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) this fall at the Oak Forest Center. Orientation and Assessment Testing will be August 20-22nd with the program set to begin on September 16, 2019.
The training consists of an intensive program to teach the skills necessary for acceptance into the highway construction trades and provide opportunities for careers with high wage potential. Career opportunities include cement mason, electrician, pipefitter, carpenter, laborer, and equipment operator. The requirements for admittance include: valid driver’s license, 18 years or older, high school diploma/GED, and completion of assessment testing.
SSC has offered HCCTP since 2014 with 223 of 324 students completing the 12-week training program. HCCTP was implemented to increase the number of minorities, women, and disadvantaged individuals working on IDOT highway construction projects. 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.
All candidates must have a valid driver’s license with them to attend orientation. For more information please visit www.ssc.edu/hcctp, call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3219, or email hcctp@ssc.edu. Para información en Español llame (708) 210-5740. All orientation and assessment testing will be held at the Oak Forest Center. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, Illinois 60452.
OAK FOREST, IL–South Suburban College (SSC) is hosting a Court Reporting Open House on Thursday, July 25, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., in Room 5190 of the college’s Oak Forest Center. The Open House will showcase this unique profession and wide-open job market, along with SSC’s program and curriculum. New this fall is an evening Court Reporting for Beginners class.
SSC is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and its Court Reporting Program is one of a few in the Chicagoland area that is certified by the National Court Reporters Association.
Court reporters use machine shorthand to capture the spoken word quickly and accurately. The use of sophisticated computer equipment has broadened the nature of the profession. SSC’s program focuses on the theory behind it all, with an emphasis on judicial reporting.
Court reporting is an interesting, challenging field that can provide a flexible work schedule with excellent income potential. Broadcast captioners, for example, can earn over $100,000 per year and may work out of their homes. There is a severe shortage of skilled reporters in the Chicago area, and courts need court reporters to record trials of all types. Reporters also provide closed captioning of live television such as the news and sporting events such as football, baseball, and basketball games to aid the hearing impaired.
To RSVP or for more information, call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3217 or email LCooke@ssc.edu Fall Registration is in progress at SSC with classes beginning August 20th. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois.
Pictured: South Suburban College Court Reporting Program alumnae LaTanya Allen, of Flossmoor, IL.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Executive Director of the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Mike Monaghan made a special trip to the June Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of South Suburban College to acknowledge and present the ICCTA Service Award to both Vice-Chair John Daly and Trustee DeFilippo.
“The ICCTA would like to recognize and congratulate Trustees John Daly and Tony DeFilippo on their dedicated service to the Board of South Suburban College, Community College District 510, and the Illinois Community College System,” said Monaghan at the open meeting.
Daly, an Oak Forest resident, has served as a member of the SSC Board of Trustees since 1991. He became Vice-Chairman in 1994 and served as Chairman of the Presidential Search Committees. As Vice-Chair of the Board, Daly leads SSC’s ongoing efforts to improve services while maintaining a stable or reduced tax rate. DeFilippo, a Calumet City resident, works as a registered pharmacist and is responsible for the advancement of medical education and clinical trial opportunities at academic and medical centers. He serves in this capacity throughout the country. On the board level, DeFilippo serves as the SSC’s Finance Chair, a role he has filled for nearly his entire tenure while the college has collected 24 consecutive COE awards for excellence in financial reporting from the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO).
Not to be outdone, the SSC Board of Trustees surprised Monaghan with an award of their own in advance of his June 30th retirement when they presented him with an Honorary Associate of Arts Degree from SSC.
“On behalf of South Suburban College and our Board of Trustees, I would like to thank Mr. Monaghan for all of the visits he has made to our campus, for all of the support he has provided to SSC and the ICCTA for the past 15 years,” said Chairman Zuccarelli. “It is our honor and privilege to bestow this rare Honorary Degree to you as we wish you the very best in your retirement.”
Michael S. Monaghan became the Illinois Community College Trustees Association’s fifth executive director on January 1, 2005. As the leader of one of the nation’s premier trustee associations, Monaghan brought 40 years of experience in higher education and the legislative arena while advocating on behalf of lllinois community colleges. He previously served as ICCTA’s director of government relations from 1989 to 2004, where he developed a statewide advocacy program and organized annual Lobby Days in Springfield and Washington, D.C. He also received the Illinois Society of Association Executives’ 1998 Government Relations Award for his successful efforts to establish a state health insurance program for community college retirees. Most recently, the ICCTA renamed its Meritorious Service Award in his honor.
Monaghan added, “I am honored and humbled to receive this honorary degree. Furthermore, I am grateful for the opportunities I have had to work with this Board and college regarding State issues. Truly, South Suburban College is a friend and stellar partner to the Illinois Community College System.”
Established in 1927, South Suburban College is a fully accredited, comprehensive community college with an annual student population of more than 10,000. Located in South Holland, Illinois, SSC offers over 100 educational and career pathways through associate degree, certificate and transfer programs.
