SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s Continuing Education Department is offering courses to help fill the summer days with activities that will entertain and challenge children and young adults. The College for Kids classes scheduled for this summer will begin the week of June 12 at SSC’s Main Campus in South Holland.
In addition, SSC will offer a Jam Session Day Camp for $299, beginning on June 12, 2017. This four-week summer school program is less than $5 per hour for academics and fun enrichment programs two days a week. Math will consist of review and instruction of the basic arithmetic skills. In addition to Reading and Math, students will enjoy a variety of other stimulating activities, such as Spanish.
The following Learning Enrichment Classes will be offered for preschoolers and kindergartners at a cost of $49 each:
ABC’s and 123’s
Jump Start on Kindergarten
The following classes will be offered for elementary school kids for $69 each:
Well Written Essays
Study Skills
Grammar No Problem
Reading, Accelerated or Refresher
Math Refresher
Pre-Algebra
Spanish
The following high school classes will be offered for $79 each:
Written Essays
Study Skills
Introduction to Algebra
Pre-Algebra/Geometry
Conversational Spanish
Students with classes totaling $100 or more may be eligible for the FACTS deferred tuition payment plan. For more information about FACTS please contact the Business and Accounting Services Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5720. Access class schedule online from www.ssc.edu to search the Summer Continuing Education Schedule, or call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231. Contáctanos al (708) 210-5740 o a Latino@ssc.edu. SSC’s Main Campus is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – In light of the State of Illinois’ financial issues, budget impasses and their direct impact on South Suburban College (SSC), the SSC Foundation is seeking $90 gifts from those who wish to help make a difference for students on campus.
This charitable activity is the college’s first capital campaign in decades in order to make a key facility project finally become a reality—a student assistance center named SSC Circle. SSC Circle would provide significant, much needed immediate support for student assistance with enrollment and registration processing, and much more. The campaign is titled “90 for 90” and is targeting $90 one-time donations throughout SSC’s current 90th anniversary year with a goal to raise $90,000. Once the goal is achieved, the college will provide matching funds to complete the project. All donors will have their names recognized on a donor wall within SSC Circle.
“The 90 for 90 campaign is an opportunity for everyone to help – our faculty and staff, retirees, alumni, community partners and local residents – to support SSC in our greatest time of need,” said Don Manning, SSC president. “Individuals can take great pride in providing an affordable, charitable gift, while earning a tax-deduction and permanent recognition on the SSC Circle donor wall.”
All contributions to the SSCF are 100% tax-deductible (TIN: 23-7191738). The SSCF staff works cooperatively with individuals and organizations to develop a donor plan of any level, with the larger the donation the larger the recognition. Donations may be made online from www.ssc.edu/foundation
For more information, please contact the Foundation Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2463 or foundation@ssc.edu.
Please quote us your net cost on the following: athletic uniforms and supplies. Sealed bids will be received up to the hour of 9:30 AM on May 17, 2017, in room 2115. Bids will be opened at that time in the Board Room, 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. This is a public bid opening.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College is seeking tutors and participants for the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program. The program is structured to train volunteers to become one-on-one tutors for adults in need of basic literacy skills. Instruction in basic literacy includes the development of phonetic reading skills combined with communication skills. SSC is encouraging residents to take this opportunity to volunteer as a tutor or encourage someone you know to take advantage of the free program.
New tutor SUMMER FUN training sessions will take place at the Main Campus in South Holland on May 15 & 17 from 5pm until 7pm and May 22 & 24 from 5pm until 7pm. Come join our Literacy Program and help us start the summer off right!! The tutor training is an 18-hour program that culminates with literacy training certification. We also offer online training as well. Once certified, the tutors will go out to visit their adult learners at locations in or near their neighborhoods. Tutoring sites have already been established at the following locations: Acorn Public Library, Oak Forest; Glenwood-Lynwood Library; Harvey Public Library; Phoenix Library; Calumet City Public Library; Grande Prairie Library, Hazel Crest; Homewood Public Library; South Holland Public Library; South Suburban College Library, Main Campus; Oak Forest Center Library, Oak Forest; Lansing Public Library; Dolton Public Library; Riverdale Public Library; Markham Public Library and Midlothian Public Library. Tutoring is scheduled by the availability of the tutors and the learners, and the availability of space and hours of the tutoring sites.
Illiteracy is an issue that can be debilitating in so many ways for adults who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read have a much more difficult time with many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a clear disadvantage in today’s competitive job market. SSC’s Office of Adult Education administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE).
Tutors will receive free professional development services throughout this program. Successful tutors are also eligible for letters of support or recommendation for jobs, scholarships, educational opportunities, and more. These opportunities are made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using state funds designated for literacy.
If you would like to register for the upcoming volunteer tutor training class please register, or if you know someone who could benefit from tutoring services, please contact Raylynn Stokes, Literacy Coach of the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email rstokes@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, Illinois. Contáctanos al (708) 210-5740 o a Latino@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Summer is a great time to take a few classes and our schedule is online at www.ssc.edu. Summer classes begin Monday, June 6th at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center. Don’t wait; classes fill quickly. The summer session allows students to begin or continue their college experience with SSC, or to come home from their four-year institution to take additional credits conveniently and at a more affordable rate.
SSC is also offering a special 50% discount for summer classes at the Oak Forest Center. The discount is only applicable at the Oak Forest Center in order to promote expanded offerings at this location, and is good for credit classes on a first come, first served basis. Some restrictions apply – the 50% discount will only apply to courses offered at the OFC, not programs such as Basic Nurse Assistant Training (BNAT).
Open Registration for the Fall 2017 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. 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 21 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. Contáctanos al (708) 210-5740 o a Latino@ssc.edu. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Business and Career Institute of South Suburban College, the Chicagoland Speakers Network, the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and Prudential Financial are partnering to provide you with a half-day seminar entitled, Build a Better You! Join us on Thursday, May 11, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. to hear eight local experts provide practical suggestions and inspiring information that benefits your whole being.
Why You Should Attend:
Build a Better You will address all aspects of self, including these interactive and invaluable talks: A Better You Starts with a Better Morning facilitated by Certified Professional Organizer Colleen Klimczak; Build Quality Relationship Skills by Professional Massage Therapist Sabrina Schottenhamel; The Power of Mindful Eating presented by Licensed Nutritionist Erin Dubich; What is Stress and How Does it Affect Your Decisions? by Business Coach Mark Fechner; Better Future with Estate Planning presented by attorney Sonia Coleman; Emotional Intelligence for Business Success facilitated by Client Solutions Specialist Alexandra Glumac; Snapshots to Success by Speaking Coach Lori Klinka and Women & Money: Taking Control of Your Financial Future facilitated by Financial Professional Associate Tiffany Allen.
Building on decades of experience and expertise, these Ted-talk style presentations are designed to provide you with the best of the best information to improve the various areas of your life. You are worth the investment!!
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College and Thornton Township are partnering to offer a 2017 Community Job Fair on Tuesday, May 23 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 Fitness Center at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. SSC and Thornton Township invite all job seekers to participate at this special event. For your convenience, free resume writing assistance will also be offered.
The following employers/service organizations have committed to attend to date, and more are expected to confirm soon:
ABF Freight
Advantage Nursing Services
Advocate Healthcare
Aperion Care Dolton
Bria of River Oaks
Calumet Carton Company
Chicago Transit Authority
Childcare Careers
Cook County Sheriff’s Office
Countryside Nursing and Rehab Center
Elite Ambulance
Elite Staffing
First Student
FP International
GCA
Homewood Police Department
Illinois Action for Children
Joliet Fire Department
Kickert School Bus
Lynwood Fire Department
Manor Care Health Services
Metra
Metropolitan Water Reclamation
Mi-Jack Products/Lanco Group
Moore Security, Inc.
Pace Suburban Bus
Professional Transportation Inc. (PTI)
Providence Life Services
Rush University Medical Center
Safety Service Systems, Inc.
Schillings
Schneider Truck Driving
South Chicago Parents & Friends
Speedway LLC
Staff Source
Star Truck Driving School
The Chicago Urban League
UPS
The Community Job Fair is an excellent opportunity for employers to recruit upcoming SSC graduates and alumni, current students, and community residents. For more information please call Diamond Wright at (708) 210-5748 or email: dwright@ssc.edu. Para Información En Español Llame: (708) 210-5740.
Job Seekers at the South Suburban College and Thornton Township Job Fair at the College in South Holland.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – In honor of 2017 Court Reporting & Captioning Week, the National Court Reporting Association’s (NCRA) Student Committee challenged court reporting students to transcribe as many tests as possible during the week to qualify for a prize. First place was awarded to Angela Patla, a student at South Suburban College, Oak Forest, IL. Robyn Broyles a student at GateWay Community College, Phoenix, Ariz., earned second place, and Evie Morris, a student at the Court Reporting Institute of St. Louis, Mo., earned third place.
Under the contest’s rules, participants did not have to pass the tests, simply transcribe them. The first place winner Patla will be awarded a copy of NCRA’s RPR Study Guide, Broyles will have one leg of the RPR Skills Test covered, and Morris will receive a $25 Starbucks gift card.
Students who participated in the challenge were also required to submit a test verification form signed by both the student and a teacher.
“When I heard of the contest, I was debating on whether or not I should go for it. Winning the RPR Study Guide book was definitely something that pushed me in doing the contest,” said Patla, who won top honors by transcribing 31 tests during the competition.
“Although court reporting and transcribing came fairly easy to me since I started the program, I think participating in this contest helped a lot with my transcribing skills. It gave me a chance to feel what it was like to have a deadline on something like I would if I was on a job out reporting.”
Patla, who is almost through with 190 Testimony, is done with Jury Charge and is working on her 180 Literary. She plans to either freelance or work as an official court reporter when she graduates. She attributes her choice of court reporting as a career to her mother.
“My mom actually helped me choose court reporting my junior year of high school. I had no idea what I wanted to do. She mentioned to me a few different ladies in the area that we know who are court reporters. Right away I was interested, and I went to South Suburban’s open house. I couldn’t wait to graduate school and get started with the program,” said Patla.
For more information on the Court Reporting Program, contact LaTherese Cooke at (708) 596-2000, ext. 3217 or email lcooke@ssc.edu. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Sustainability Committee is pleased to announce its annual Earth Awareness Day Expo to be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Main Campus in South Holland. The expo is free of charge and open to the public.
The Cook County Sheriff’s Department will be hosting a prescription drug take-back throughout the day in the Atrium and there will be an e-waste collection for used electronics and computers
We Cannot Accept Clothing Washers, Clothing Dryers, Dishwashers, Refrigerators, Stoves or Televisions.
Prescription Drug Take Back • 9:00 am – 3:00 pm • Atrium
Prescription and over-the-counter medications will be accepted. Contents should be removed from their bottles and placed in a sealable plastic bag. Aerosol pharmaceuticals such as inhalers will also be accepted.
We Cannot Accept Needles, Infectious Medical Waste, and Controlled Substances.
SSC’s Main Campus is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. For more information on Earth Awareness Day, please call (708) 210-5757.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s John Pigatti is the recipient of the 2017 Jack Bennett Man of the Year Award.
Pigatti continues to excel at South Suburban College in Illinois. He led the program to the NJCAA Division II Final Four for the second consecutive season and was named the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association’s Junior College Division II and Region IV-B Coach of the Year for the eighth time in 11 seasons at the school. Pigatti’s squad finished the season with a 23-12 record. They have compiled a 313-55 mark during his tenure.
“All Coach Pigatti does is win and he does it the right way,” said CollegeInsider.com’s Angela Lento. “He should be a Division I head coach right now. The guy can coach.”
Last season, he coached Jovan Mooring, who was named the NJCAA Division II Player of the Year.
The Jack Bennett Award, which represents winning with integrity, is named in honor of former head coach at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
Bennett won five Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference titles, made five NCAA tournament appearances and won two national championships. He’s the program’s all-time winningest coach with a 200-56 record. In 34 seasons as head coach he compiled a record of 480-175.
For more information, contact Coach Pigatti at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2524. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
South Suburban College’s John Pigatti is the recipient of the 2017 Jack Bennett award, which represents winning with integrity.
Titled, sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing, Room 2115, at South Suburban College, 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, IL 60473, up to the hour of 10:00 a.m. on April 27, 2017 for the following work: CORRECTING FLOORING CONCERNS for SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE. Bids will be opened at that time, or shortly thereafter in the President’s Conference Room. Work will be let under one prime contract, to the lowest responsible bidder.
Plans and Specifications may be obtained on or after April 17, 2017, at the office of the Architect, PLANERA ARCHITECTS 18225 Morris Avenue, Homewood, Illinois, 60430. Contractors wishing to submit proposal are advised to contact the architect prior to picking up plan and specifications. Further, all questions regarding the Plans and Specifications should be provided to the architect prior to the Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting. The architect may be contacted at 708-747-3600. ALL BIDDERS MUST BE PRE-QUALIFIED. If not pre-qualified, complete A.I.A. Document A-305 (Contractors Qualification Statement) for consideration before picking up Plans & Specifications. A $100.00 deposit is required. Deposit is refundable if a bid is submitted; forfeited if no bid is submitted. A 10% Bid Bond will be required of all bidders.
A 100% Performance Bond and a Labor/Material Bond will be required of the successful bidder, written by a Surety approved by the Owner. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond for an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid, as a guarantee that the bidder, if awarded the Contract, will furnish a satisfactory performance and payment bond, execute the Contract and proceed with the work. Upon failure to do so, the bidder shall forfeit the amount deposited as liquidated damages and no mistakes or errors on the part of the bidder shall excuse the bidder or entitle him to a return of the aforementioned amount.
A Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held on April 20, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. in the South Suburban College Board Room #2248, 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois, 60473. Bidders will examine the plans and specifications and the location in which said work is to be done and judge for themselves all the circumstances and surrounding conditions affecting the cost and nature of the work, and all bids will be presumed to be based on such examination, familiarity and judgment. Compliance with all requirements of the laws of the State of Illinois shall be mandatory. These requirements shall include, but are not limited to, payment of the prevailing wage including fringe benefits for labor on the work to be done, the provisions of all State of Illinois and federal laws concerning public works projects, the State of Illinois Human Rights Act, and the regulations of the Illinois Human Rights Commission.
The Board of Trustees, Community College District #510, South Holland, Illinois, reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and award the bid in the manner that best serves the interests of the Owner.
Please quote us your net cost on the printing of College publications. Sealed bids will be received up to the hour of 10:30 AM on April 27, 2017, in room 2115. Bids will be opened at that time in the President’s Conference Room, 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. This is a public bid opening.
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.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) helps men and women whose skill levels are below the ninth grade. ABE students improve their skills in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics. Many adults choose to further build on these skills and pursue a high school education through the High School Equivalency (HSE/GED) program. The HSE program will develop the skills required to pass the High School Equivalency exams. Studies will include Reasoning through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, and the US and Illinois Constitutions. Additionally, English as a Second Language (ESL) allows non-native students to improve their English skills from beginning to advanced levels.
Adult Education programs are offered both full and part-time at the Main Campus in South Holland or the Oak Forest Center. At the time of registration, all students will take a Placement Test. The complete schedule of locations for registrations and classes is as follows:
SSC Adult Education Center
South Suburban College (SSC)
15800 South State Street,
South Holland, IL 60473
Part-Time ABE/ASE/GED/HSE: Monday through Friday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 1243B
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. in Room 1243B
Part-Time ABE/ASE/GED/HSE: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays (May 1 – June 7, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in Room L233
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Room L233
**NEW** Part-Time GED/HSE Technology Bridge Classes: Monday through Thursday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in Room L233
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in Room L233
High School Equivalency (HSE) for ESL Students
Full-Time ABE/ASE/GED/HSE: Monday through Friday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 2452
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in Room 2452
SSC Adult Education Center Oak Forest
Oak Forest Center
Room 5240
16333 South Kilbourn Avenue
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 225-6029
Full-Time ABE/ASE: Monday through Friday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 5240
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in Room 5240
***NEW*** Part-Time ABE/ASE/GED/HSE: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (May 1 – June 7, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 5240
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in Room 5240
SSC Adult Education in Riverdale
Thornton Township Center
14323 S. Halsted St.
Riverdale, IL 60827
Part-Time ABE/ASE/HSE: Monday through Thursday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
SSC Adult Education Center
South Suburban College (SSC)
15800 South State Street
South Holland, IL 60473
Full-Time ESL: Monday through Friday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room L233
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in Room L233
Part-Time ESL: Monday through Friday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room L233
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in Room L233
Part-Time ESL: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (May 1 – June 7, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 in Room 1243B at 6:00 p.m.
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Room 1243B
NEW!!! OAK FOREST PART-TIME ESL PROGRAM
SSC Adult Education Center Oak Forest
Oak Forest Center
Rooms 5240 & 5320
16333 South Kilbourn Avenue
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 225-6029
Part-Time ESL: Monday through Friday (May 1 – June 8, 2017)
Register: April 24, 25, 26, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 5320
Classes Begin: Monday, May 1, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in Room 5320
All courses are offered free of charge. For the purpose of compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment) Federal funds of $395,020 provides approximately 38% of the support of these programs. Indiana residents are not eligible to participate in the Adult Education programs.
To request ADA accommodations allow three weeks. Please contact: Gail Bonds-Carpenter, ADA Coordinator, (708) 596-2000, ext. 2691. For enrollment and class information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2385 or ext. 2240, or visit www.ssc.edu under “Adult and Continuing Education, Adult Education.”
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – On March 15, 2017, the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) hosted its’ annual all-staff meeting at South Suburban College where President Don Manning welcomed approximately 210 CCDPH staff members. This is the second year that CCDPH has hosted the meeting at South Suburban College. SSC’s partnership with Cook County Department of Public Health provided technology, facilities, and invaluable staff support for making this meeting a success. This year, CCDPH focused on Strategic Planning, Quality Improvement and Health Equity throughout the Cook County.
The Cook County Department of Public Health was established on December 10, 1945 and is the state certified public health agency for Cook County with the exception of Chicago, Evanston, Skokie, Oak Park and Stickney Township. CCDPH serves approximately 2.5 million residents in 125 municipalities and strives to meet the public health needs of our suburban Cook County jurisdiction through effective and efficient disease prevention and health promotion programs.
For more information about SSC and its programs, admissions and registration, please visit www.ssc.edu or contact the Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718.
Pictured: SSC President Don Manning welcomes the CCDPH staff members
Pictured: SSC 2016-17 Bulldogs and Coach John Pigatti
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – It’s been another great year for the South Suburban College Bulldogs. It was the men’s basketball team’s 8th time at the national championship and they finished third in the country two years in a row. Congratulations to our entire team, coaches and assistants. Honors include sophomores Rasheide Bell and Anthony Harris being named to the National Championship All Tournament Team, and Coach John Pigatti was named Region IV-A Coach of the Year. It was the 8th time in his 11 seasons at South Suburban that he has won this award.
For more information, contact Coach Pigatti at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2524. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND – Multi-award winner Dave Rudolf will appear in four performances at the Kindig Performing Art Center of South Suburban College. Dave. His fun-filled interactive shows will take place on April 6 and 7, 2017 at 9:45am and 11:30am.
“The Wacky World of Dave Rudolf” will feature goofy and interactive songs for kids of all ages. Children in the audience will get a chance to get on stage with Dave to sing, dance, limbo and conga their way to a delightful experience they will remember for years to come. Parent and grandparents will enjoy the show, too.
Dave Rudolf’s comical and accessible musical style has made him a popular performer for college campuses across the country. In addition to being a Gold Record recipient, Rudolf has been nominated for a Grammy award, has received the Parents Choice Award and has been nominated 15 times for College Entertainer of the Year. Don’t miss your opportunity to see one of the most highly regarded entertainers!
South Suburban College is located at 15800 State Street in South Holland, Illinois, between Sibley Boulevard and 159th Street. The campus is convenient to Routes 94, 80, 57, and 294 and is also accessible by Metra. Free, ample, well-lit parking is available. Reservations are suggested.
Tickets are $5 per person. For more information or to reserve tickets, call the 24/7 box office voicemail line at 708-210-5741. Leave your name and phone number and someone will return your call. You may also reserve tickets by e-mail at boxoffice@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Legal Studies Department will host their fourth annual Law Day on Tuesday, May 2, 2017. 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 Heritage Room. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s Adult Volunteer Literacy Program is hosting their annual Family Reading Night event on Tuesday, April 4th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the SSC Performing Arts Center Lobby. The public is invited to join SSC for a FREE event to find out about community literacy while enjoying stories and presentations. There will also be free books for children, raffles and refreshments.
The event will feature 30 minutes of free face painting and then a puppet show by yours truly the Puppet Master Eric Stiles. The wonderful Poet/Motivational Speaker will be in attendance and reading one of his newly written children’s book. We are also pleased to announce that Mr. Art Burton, former SSC professor, professional author, and historian, will be gracing us with his presence. Last, but not least, there will be an Arts and Crafts table set up to have the children make their own little books. We are so pleased this year to be having this event again, the activities and speakers will be something that you will NOT want to miss!!!
This year at Family Reading Night, SSC will hand out free children’s books to all children attending, raffle gift cards, and host interactive games.
Illiteracy is an issue that can be debilitating in so many ways for adults and children who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read have a much more difficult time with many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a clear disadvantage in today’s competitive job market. SSC’s Adult Education Department administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE/GED), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE).
For more information about Family Reading Night or the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program, please contact Raylynn Stokes, coordinator, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email rstokes@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, Illinois. This event is sponsored by the SSC Foundation.
Every year, South Suburban College offers an abundance of scholarships. These scholarships come with certain guidelines to apply, but there are many to choose from and one could be waiting for you. Unsure of how to get started? Not an issue! This post will help you get started or hopefully encourage you to apply. There are a total of five steps.
Step one is extremely simple. Find the scholarship booklet around campus. It looks like this:
Or you can click on this link to take a look at the scholarships online: http://www.ssc.edu/admissions-registration/scholarships/.
Underneath each scholarship, there are requirements needed to apply, so make sure to read carefully. It may also help to speak with a counselor if you are second guessing your eligibility. It never hurts to apply, even if you do not fully meet all of the credentials. You might end up surprising yourself. Here is an example of some of the scholarships and requirements:
After you have your list of scholarships together, the next step (I suggest) would be to speak with an SSC faculty member that knows you well enough to give you a letter of recommendation. This is why it is important to form a bond with professors while you’re here. They go beyond the call of just being your instructor, and many will be happy that you asked for their help.
Having fun yet? Next, get your thinking cap on. It is time to write your personal essay stating how the scholarship(s) will benefit you. Spend some time on this part. Make sure to mention your chosen career path so they get a better understanding of your direction. Another pointer: Triple check your grammar, along with punctuation before printing. You do not want to come off uneducated, so try having a family member or friend proofread your work, if possible. You’ll be amazed at how much team work can help you out. One last note, your statement is only 250 words or less, so don’t panic.
How are you feeling? Excited? Tired? It’s understandable, but you are so close to the finish line. Time to take a look at the actual application form. You can view it here and/or print it here: http://www.ssc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/StudentScholarshipApp2017.pdf. This is what it should look like:
Take your time filling each section out carefully so there will be no need for white out. Now, before placing everything together, there is one more important detail. You need to print out a current transcript of your grades. Those can be located in the SSC portal under academic profile.
Deep breath. Inhale and exhale slowly. You’re finished! I would paperclip all of the material together, rather than staple. It might make it easier for the individuals reading your submission. You can turn in your completed forms to the Foundation Office (Room 2134) or the Financial Aid Office (Room 2355). But remember, the deadline is closing in (March 31st) so don’t wait!
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s English as a Second Language (ESL) class once again participated in a “Mats for the Homeless” Workshop Service Learning project.
The mats are created with plastic bags from the SSC Recycling Center. The students cut the bags into strips and make plastic yarn or “plarn.” They use the plarn to crochet mats for the homeless as a waterproof barrier. Millicent Collier, Service Learning Coordinator, said it takes between 600-700 plastic bags to make one mat. It is very labor intensive, and the ESL class has been a big help in this process. The students benefit from the workshop because it’s different than their normal classroom setting, and it provides a safe place for them to practice communication while helping the community at the same time. All students receive service learning credits in the process. Ms. Collier also noted that a lot of SSC instructors whose classes participate in these workshops see value in this Service Learning project because it helps our students develop stronger soft skills while serving the community and creates awareness of community needs.
Adult Education Instructor Camille Johnson said, “It’s important that our students understand that it’s the responsibility of each of us to give something back. I’m so proud that our students are willing to sacrifice a few hours of math and science to help others less fortunate.”
English as a Second Language (ESL) allows non-native students to improve their English skills from beginning to advanced levels. South Suburban College’s Adult Education Department offers a wide range of opportunities for adults to build the basic skills required for success. For enrollment and class information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2385 or ext. 2240, or visit www.ssc.edu under “Adult and Continuing Education, Adult Education.”
You can participate too! Recycle your plastic bags at SSC’s Recycling Center just outside the Bookstore OR attend a workshop on campus and receive Service Learning credits. For more information about Service Learning at SSC go to http://www.ssc.edu/academics/service-learning.
Pictured: SSC English as a Second Language Students make Mats for the Homeless.
As we enter into March, my mind quickly goes into how I made it to the halfway mark of the college semester. Just like many others, I am trying to pull together everything I have learned so far into one nice package for midterms. Nothing else seems to matter at this point, which is why I was unaware that this month should hold an important meaning for many women in the world. March is considered to be Women’s History Month! To help educate students in this area, Student Life is holding a contest to see if we can name thirty-seven famous women in history by looking at their picture. Of course, I can name the ones I have learned about through school and those who I’ve watched on television. But, my eyes stare blankly at the last twenty-three slots I have left to fill. My mind assures me that I have seen these faces before, but I can’t seem to recall when.
Day two of working on the Famous Women Contest, and it looks like I heard about many of them, but have not seen their pictures in years. I have learned though that many of these women are hardly brought up anymore. Of course, we hear about Hillary Clinton because of politics and of Rhianna since music is universal, but when is the last time someone spoke about Wilma Rudolph becoming the fastest woman in the 1960s after completing the 100 and 200 meter dash? Or the last time anyone has read the works of Maya Angelou? No, I am not pondering these questions just to stall time searching for these answers. I honestly think our history of women is dying and we should really consider sitting down and talking with our youth about how powerful they were and still are.
Final day with trying to figure out these last twelve and even if I do not win this contest, I can truly say that I have learned or re-learned about women in history. I have even found myself questioning why certain women were not included and then realized that, if they were, the contest would never end. This one is indeed very tricky but rewarding for everyone, and I highly recommend students to take a trip to the Student Life and Leadership Office and grab a copy. The contest will be running until Thursday, March 30th, and three lucky winners will win a thirty dollar bookstore gift certificate. Just make sure to identify thirty or more of the women in history correctly. To anyone who has completed this form, I salute you.
This Friday, South Suburban College will be hosting the Chicago Women’s Conference presented by the Business & Career Institute. The event will open with a powerful keynote speaker. Caprice O’Bryant will share her amazing story and introduce you to Excuse Free Fitness, Inc. Her business is helping not only women, but men as well. I would love to share everything I have learned about her, but it may take away her thunder. Her presentation is something I recommend no one miss and make sure to bring tissue. Her experiences will move you and make you see that anything is possible.
There will also be speakers for health and wellness at the event. Not only will they address healthy eating habits and trying to live stress free, Dawn Avery (also known as Dawn the Dancin Deeva) will bring us the beauty of line dancing. No experience is needed and it’s a great cardio workout, all while letting the music move your body! I’ve always wanted to join a dance workout class. If you feel the same this may be your chance!
Not only will entrepreneurs like, speaker Stephanie Walters of Blue Top Marketing, Inc. share their stories about how to build a business from scratch, but they will also give advice along with excellent tips on how to motivate yourself. I never thought about starting my own business, but having the knowledge of it wouldn’t hurt.
The exhibitions I find to be right up everyone’s alley is the personal empowerment speakers. Women are extremely powerful, but sometimes life does take its toll and we become hard on ourselves. Each of the speakers will be addressing many issues of life and giving participants a chance to freely express what is going on in their lives.
I think this convention will give attendees a new outlook on life after interacting with everyone. I hope attendees share all the knowledge they collect from speakers with one another as well as others in their lives. For a detailed listing of speakers and a schedule of events, please visit http://thechicagowomensconference.org/. This will also be helpful when planning your day accordingly so you will not miss out on the activities. Hopefully you’re able to make some new connections at this event!
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Team won the National Junior Conference Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II Region IV-A Championship last Saturday. They defeated Carl Sandburg College by a score of 81-69. Sophomore guard Rasheide Bell was named MVP of the tournament. Sophomore guard Armon Benford and sophomore forward Anthony Harris were named to the All-Tournament Team. South Suburban head coach John Pigatti was named Region IV-A Coach of the Year. It was the 8th time in his 11 seasons at South Suburban that he has won the award.
The Bulldogs will now advance to the NJCAA Division II National Championship, in Danville, Illinois, from March 21-25, 2017. The Bulldogs will open the tournament as the #2 seed and play Dakota County Tech (MN) on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 1:00pm.
Please note: This calendar is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. Unless otherwise stated, all events are held in the Kindig Performing Arts Center (PAC) on SSC’s Main Campus and admission is FREE for these events. (Donations are appreciated to benefit the Music Scholarship Fund.)
April 21, 2017 at 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 2nd SSC Music Competition for Young Musicians
South Suburban College will be hosting their second Young Musicians’ Competition this April in Room 1137 of South Suburban College’s Department of Music.
Competition for ages 8-18, $10 fee, Room 1137
April 22, 2017 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 2nd SSC Music Competition for Young Musicians, Day 2
South Suburban College will be hosting their second Young Musicians’ Competition this April in Room 1137 of South Suburban College’s Department of Music.
Competition for ages 8-18, $10 fee, Room 1137
May 3, 2017 at 7:00 pm Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Combo Concert
The musicians of SSC’s Jazz Combo and Jazz Orchestra will thrill you with tunes by such jazz legends as Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Thad Jones, and Dizzy Gillespie. Come on through!
May 9, 2017 at 2:00 pm Student Recital
May 10, 2017 at 7:00 pm String Orchestra and SSC Voices
May 12, 2017 at 7:00 pm Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble
For more information or to confirm dates and times, call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2316. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College will be hosting their second Young Musicians’ Competition this April in Room 1137 of South Suburban College’s Department of Music.
AUDITION DATES
April 21, 2017 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
April 22, 2017 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
AUDITION PLACE
South Suburban College Department of Music
Room 1137 (Rehearsal Room)
15800 S. State Street
South Holland, IL 60473
JUNIOR ARTIST DIVISION
Ages 8 – 13 SENIOR ARTIST DIVISION
Ages 14 – 18
All entries must be made in accordance with the following guidelines. Failure to do these will result in disqualification.
GUIDELINES:
Competition is open to instrumentalists and vocalists. Solos, duets, trios and quartets are accepted.
There is no minimum time limit but your piece must be a minimum of 32 bars long, not counting repeats. Maximum performance times are: 3 minutes for Junior Artist and 6 minutes for Senior Artist. You must play your piece from memory without cuts. Only standard solo repertoire will be accepted.
Each participant will be heard by a panel of judges. You must provide two copies of a score for judges to view during your audition.
All entrants must reside in Cook County in Illinois or Lake County in Indiana OR study with music teachers in these counties.
Performers must provide accompanist for auditions.
Winners in the 2016 SSC Young Musicians’ Competition cannot participate.
The audition fee is $10 for each entrant. Cash or check to South Suburban College is accepted.
Reservation for your audition is required. You’ll need to call 708-596-2000, ext. 2316 or email at jtassin@ssc.edu.
AWARDS:
Winner of this prestigious competition will have the opportunity to play a public performance at a concert of the SSC Music Department during the 2017-2018 season.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to present a new exhibition located in the Dulgar Gallery on SSC’s Main Campus in South Holland. An exhibition of art works by Gregg Hertzlieb titled “Recent Drawings” is on display March 6 to April 21, 2017. There will be an afternoon reception for the artist on March 27th at 12:30 p.m.
Gregg Hertzlieb is the director/curator of the Brauer Museum of Art at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana. He has a master’s degree in fine arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a master’s degree in education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. An exhibiting artist working primarily in watercolor and pen and ink, Hertzlieb has shown his art in numerous exhibitions. His work is in both public and private collections.
Hertzlieb is the editor of numerous books, including The Calumet Region: An American Place (2009) and Domestic Vision: Twenty-Five Years of the Art of Joel Sheesley (2008), as well as a contributor to the books The Art of George Ames Aldrich (2013), The Indiana Dunes Revealed: The Art of Frank V. Dudley (2006) and American Railroad China: Image and Experience (2008). In addition to performing his duties at the museum, Hertzlieb teaches Museum Studies, Managing Facilities, and Printmaking; serves as art editor for Valparaiso University’s journal The Cresset; and contributes essays on Brauer collection objects to the Valparaiso Poetry Review. Hertzlieb is a native of Northwest Indiana and lives in LaPorte.
Hertzlieb describes his work as, “I hope to tell a story in my pictures, and the story is basically an extended investigation of who I am and what I discover in the landscape of both my imagination and the region I call home. In a sense, I wish my works to function like a message in a bottle, where through the drawings I reach across time and space to communicate to the viewer the way I felt, the things I was thinking about, as I created the picture.”
The public is welcome to visit the art exhibition and reception at no charge. The Dulgar Gallery is on the first floor. 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. For more information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2445 or ext. 2316, or visit www.ssc.edu/art. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
Pictured:Untitled, 2016 ink and watercolor on paper
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Our next Women’s History Programming event is “The Non-Traditional Work Force Panel for Men and Women.” Our high schools and communities are cordially invited to participate and see what SSC has to offer. This is an excellent opportunity to explore what is available for a non-traditional career such as Nursing, Paralegal, Teacher Aide, Child Development, Administrative Assistant for men, and Welding, Truck Driving, Computer Science, Criminal Justice, Highway Construction and Trades, Engineering Technology, Building and Construction for women.
This year’s expo, along with a student panel, actual workers in the field, and SSC educators and staff, will feature a physician and a librarian. Damon McGhee, part-time librarian at South Suburban College whose specialty is information literacy and technology, will speak to the field of librarianship. He will discuss how he navigates the world of librarianship in a female dominated career with women holding 85% of all librarian positions in the U.S. Additionally, he will highlight why males should not shy away from female dominated professions. Dr. Kara Davis will discuss her role and the challenges she faces in a male dominated profession with men accounting for 69% of all M.D.’s in the U.S. Additionally, she will highlight how STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education is so very important for females. Lastly, our experienced staff will articulate how various professions have changed throughout the years, and how South Suburban College can help individuals get a head start, a certificate, or a degree toward these professions, many often paying $50,000 a year or more.
Mark your calendars. The event is planned for Thursday, March 30, 2017 from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 p.m. in the Kindig Performing Arts Center on SSC’s Main Campus at 15800 S. State Street in South Holland, IL. Please join us to learn more, gain insightful information, and weigh your options. Refreshments will be served. More information is available by calling Corrie Gray at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2499 or Patrice Burton at ext. 5841.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s Adult Volunteer Literacy Program is hosting their annual Family Reading Night event on Tuesday, April 4th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the SSC Performing Arts Center Lobby. The public is invited to join SSC to find out about community literacy while enjoying stories and presentations. There will also be free books for children, raffles and refreshments.
The event will feature 30 minutes of FREE face painting as well as a 30-minute puppet show. Adding more excitement to this fun-filled night will be the Arts and Crafts table set up to allow children to make their own little books. This year at Family Reading Night, SSC will hand out FREE children’s books to all children attending. Raffle gift cards will be issued and interactive games and reading stations will be hosted.
Illiteracy is an issue that can be debilitating in so many ways for adults and children who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read have a much more difficult time with many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a clear disadvantage in today’s competitive job market. SSC’s Adult Education Department administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE/GED), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE).
This year’s event promises to be exciting for all ages! We hope to see you there! For more information about South Suburban College’s Family Reading Night or the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program, please contact Raylynn Stokes, coordinator, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email rstokes@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, Illinois. This event is sponsored in part by the SSC Foundation.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Encouraging and supporting women is what The Chicago Women’s Conference is all about. The Star Awards, which will be presented at the Conference being held at South Suburban College on March 17, continues that theme by recognizing women for their outstanding leadership in business, community activities and/or education and encouragement of others to also be STARS. In the nominator’s eyes, the “STAR” is a role model because she is not only achieving her own goals, but through her inspiring actions has profoundly motivated others to do the same. This year marks the second year of the Star Awards and two Awards will be presented at the upcoming Chicago Women’s Conference, including one that recognizes lifetime achievement of a South Suburban College alumna.
Bridgett Annicks, a 2017 Star Award winner, was nominated for being an outstanding model educator who has touched the lives of many children as a first grade teacher at Oak Glen School in Lansing. She is innovative, creative and strives to foster excitement for learning in all her students. Her attributes include patience, compassion and enthusiasm. She goes out of her way to ensure that children get the best start in education and experience the simple pleasures of life.
Janice Crowe, the 2017 Star Award South Suburban College Lifetime Alumna Achievement awardee, is a proud graduate of the SSC (then Thornton Community College) Registered Nursing Program. Janice was recognized by her nominator for her many talents and accomplishments as well as for being down-to-earth and genuine. As a Charge Nurse at Oak Forest Hospital, Janice has always been respected by both staff and patients. She is known for her dedication, leadership and willingness to embrace change. She has been an active community member, genealogy expert, and go-to person for her many areas of insight.
Plan to attend the Ninth Annual Chicago Women’s Conference to congratulate these two Star Award winners on Friday, March 17 from 7:30 am until 3:30 pm. at South Suburban College, located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, IL. The advance ticket price of $25 includes a full day of activities: a keynote speaker, several breakout sessions, a continental breakfast and boxed lunch, and plenty of shopping opportunities. Groups of three or more registering together can receive a special discount, so many women will make the day a “Girls Day Out.” For more information, go to the website, http://thechicagowomensconference.org to view the many interesting topics and to register, or reserve your spot by phone (708) 596-2000 ext. 6055. Tickets are also available at the door.
Pictured: 2016 Star Award recipient Joan Dorman with SSC’s Nancy Burrows.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Summer is a great time to take a few classes and our schedule will be available online at www.ssc.edu beginning Monday, March 6 at 8 a.m. with registration opening on Monday, March 20, 2017. Summer classes begin Monday, June 6th at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center. Don’t wait; classes fill quickly. The summer session allows students to begin or continue their college experience with SSC, or to come home from their four-year institution to take additional credits conveniently and at a more affordable rate.
SSC is also offering a special 50% discount for summer classes at the Oak Forest Center. The discount is only applicable at the Oak Forest Center in order to promote expanded offerings at this location, and is good for all credit classes on a first come, first served basis.
Current and prospective students are encouraged to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) now to increase opportunities for funding assistance, enroll early and create their preferred schedule at SSC. Visit www.fafsa.gov to apply for financial aid using institution code 001769. Additionally, the SSC Foundation 2017 Scholarship Books and Applications are available online at www.ssc.edu/foundation. The primary SSC scholarship application deadline is Friday, March 31st, however, graduating high school seniors can continue to apply for high school graduate scholarships throughout the spring and summer months.
Students who wish to use financial aid as payment for summer classes must have an official high school or GED transcript on file. Official transcripts must have a school seal and graduation date on them. Transcripts can be hand-delivered to the Admissions Office or mailed to: Office of Admissions (15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL 60473). If a transcript is hand-delivered it must be in the original sealed, unopened envelope.
Prospective students should complete the Online Application Form 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.
You will also want to register early for fall to get the courses you want when you want them. Our fall schedule will be available online beginning Monday, April 3, 2017 with registration opening on Monday, April 17, 2017.
Contact the Office of Admissions at (708) 210-5718 for enrollment and waiver information, or email the Foundation Office at foundation@ssc.edu with questions about scholarship opportunities. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College was the proud host of the grand opening of their new Reading Center. The center, funded in part with federal grant funds, is the result of a collaborative initiative to increase student retention and strengthen academic progress.
Assistant Vice-President of Academic Services and Institutional Effectiveness, Dr. Ron Kawanna, was very pleased with the staff and student turnout as the Reading Center was officially opened for business. College officials, including President Don Manning, Vice-President of Student Development Songie Adebiyi, Dean of Student Services Patrice Burton, Reading Department Chairperson Jennifer Kraft, as well as college faculty Rick Jones, English; Dr. Janaya Shaw, Reading; Linda Bathgate, Counseling; Alfred Brown, English; Diana Gutierrez, HSC for ESL; and Sue Cline, Reading turned out among the many who came to see what the Reading Center had to offer and the services it provides to our students. With posted days and times, the Reading Center offers a wide range of hours available to assist our students.
Located in Room 3228 of the Main Campus, the new Reading Center is equipped with computers and the latest software technology to assist those who might need help with a wide range of Reading concerns from basic comprehension to more advanced topics such as Speed Reading. Another goal of the center is to assist African American males with Reading skills that will help them matriculate through South Suburban College with a certificate or degree, in well over 100+ academic, career and training programs. More information about the Reading Center is available by calling 596-2000, ext. 2540.
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.
The Grand Opening of SSC’s New Reading Center was well attended by students, faculty and administrators.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to present a solo exhibition entitled Salt of the Earth by Margie Glass Sula. The exhibition will be on display in the Dorothea Thiel Gallery March 6 – March 28th with an artist reception on March 7th from noon-1:30.
Margie Glass Sula creates artworks that reintroduce the curious world of nature through her visual interpretation of simple forms, and exploration of art making materials. Her works range from drawing, painting, to abstract sculptures, which often change venues from indoor to outdoor. Glass Sula’s works all convey the same strange, quiet, and intriguing world that often lurks in nature that we fail to see, and have led to her becoming an award-winning visual artist; exhibiting work at the national level, along with landing works in public, as well as numerous private collections. Currently, she is an Adjunct Professor of Fine Art at Joliet Junior College in Joliet, IL, a WSSC Artist in Batavia, IL, a Juried artist showing works at Tall Grass Arts Association, Park Forest, IL, and member of the National Women’s Caucus for Art, who have published her works in numerous exhibition catalogues. To view a gallery of her work, please visit margieglasssula.com.
The public is welcome to visit art exhibitions and receptions at no charge. The Dorothea Thiel Gallery is located on the fourth floor and is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The galleries are closed on weekends and holidays. The galleries are supported in part by the SSC Foundation. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. Contact (708) 596-2000 ext. 2316.
Hey guys! It’s Black History month. The first event that I had pleasure in participating in was the African American History Contest: African American Firsts. From questions asking about the first African American writer down to the first African American president, I had gained an extreme amount of knowledge. The contest is still open until February 28, 2017, and if you need an incentive to take part, there will be three names drawn to win a thirty dollar voucher for the South Suburban College bookstore.
Last week I was also able to attend the Poetry Slam and Open Mic w/ Jus Words. This was unlike any other event that I have been to. From personal pieces from those who came up to the mic and even a few poems that our generation has never heard of, the works of art shared were moving. The best part, besides having received a free t-shirt, was watching the energy of everyone who walked on stage. Even though the audience’s participation wasn’t fully there, this first-time event needs to continue. And to those first timers who were brave enough to take the stage and share, I applaud you. Maybe next time I’ll have the guts to read something of mine.
To top off my recent involvements with Black History month here at South Suburban College I attended the Black History 101 for Everyone with Art Burton. Burton was a former professor here and he had a lot of information to give. There were a few things I did find interesting but of course the one I am most excited to share has to do with music. For starters, I was amazed at how each style of music literally came from African American culture! It does not matter what type you prefer, without this culture many forms would not be around today. I also was unaware that Jazz is considered to African Americans as their form of classical music! I suggest that if you are curious to know more that you look it up and spend some time doing in-depth research.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Each year the South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) has an annual spring gala from which all proceeds benefit scholarship programs. The SSCF is now seeking support from local residents, friends and partners for Showcase 2017: Change a Life–Change a Community, celebrating SSC’s 90-year legacy. This year’s event will be held on April 7, 2017, at Odyssey Country Club. The gala begins at 6:30 p.m. and features an open bar and premier buffet dinner, silent auction, dancing, and the outstanding music of Rhonda High Browne & Pieces.
With the cost of higher education on the rise and the level of state funding on the decline, students are finding it more and more difficult to afford a full-time college education. The SSC Foundation’s support is often critical for students to begin or continue their college education. Individuals and local businesses can support this mission while marketing themselves to approximately 300 guests through tax-deductible sponsorships and auction gifts. Tickets are also available for $125 each.
Donations for this cause are fully tax deductible. Registrations and sponsorships can be made online from www.ssc.edu/foundation. The Foundation Staff will pick up donations for auction. For more information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2463 or email foundation@ssc.edu.
The SSC Foundation is a philanthropic, not-for-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors composed of 27 of the south suburban area’s finest business, civic and community leaders. The SSCF has now awarded over $1.8 million in scholarships since 1989. In 2016, over $100,000 in scholarship funds were awarded to SSC students.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College (SSC) proudly announces Caprice O’Bryant as the Keynote Speaker for the 2017 Chicago Women’s Conference on Friday, March 17th located at the college’s Main Campus in South Holland, Illinois. This year’s theme “You Can!” marks the 9th annual event planned through the college’s Business and Career Institute (BCI). Women of all backgrounds ages 18 and up are welcome to come together for one day dedicated exclusively to women.
This year’s keynote, Caprice O’Bryant, is a walking miracle. Two serious injuries and a major illness couldn’t keep her down. After her recovery, this dynamic 23-year-old entrepreneur earned her certification as a nutrition specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, opened Excuse Free Fitness, Inc. in downtown Homewood, Illinois and has appeared on numerous television talk shows including You & Me This Morning and Windy City Live. Caprice’s motto is, “You can do ALL things!” which has inspired her followers to get healthy, increase their confidence and connect with their inner power. Caprice’s message of hope, perseverance and courage will have you believing in your own capabilities!
The positive feedback and participation has grown tremendously since the event’s inception. Last year over 350 participants and 50 vendors participated in this truly unique opportunity. SSC invites all women to join in the experience and connect with hundreds of other women this March.
In addition to an exciting Keynote from Ms. O’Bryant, this year’s event will again include networking, shopping, and will present over 15 speakers on topics including Personal Empowerment, Health & Wellness, and Business & Finance, along with a “We Can” panel that will feature a poignant discussion with powerful women who rose to the challenge and are making profound differences in their communities.
The cost of admission is just $25 per person with advance registration, or $35 at the door. The conference fee includes a continental breakfast, lunch, and admission to all of the break-out sessions.
For more information, or to register for the 2017 Chicago Women’s Conference, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 6055 or visit www.TheChicagoWomensConference.com. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
Caprice O’Bryant will deliver the keynote address at SSC’s 9th Annual Chicago Women’s Conference on Friday, March 17, 2017, in South Holland.
Please note: This calendar is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. Unless otherwise stated, all events are held in the Kindig Performing Arts Center (PAC) on SSC’s Main Campus and admission is FREE for these events. (Donations are appreciated to benefit the Music Scholarship Fund.)
March 8, 2017 at 7:00 pm Jazz Combo and SSC Voices
Hot jazz for a cold night. The musicians of SSC’s Jazz Combo will thrill you with tunes by jazz legends.
March 10, 2017 at 7:00 pm Symphonic Band and String Orchestra
March 20, 2017 at 7:00 pm Band of Brothers Pipes and Drums
Comprised solely of active and retired firefighters from Fire Departments within the states of Illinois and Indiana.
March 22, 2017 at 12:00 pm Lecture Recital
By David Howard, SSC Professor of violin.
For more information regarding concert performances, and to confirm performance dates, call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2316. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College and Thornton Township have pooled resources to help residents with training and job opportunities. This collaboration has saved taxpayer dollars by helping clients get off of General Assistance and into gainful employment. For the past 18 months, residents have received almost 7,000 hours of training, resulting in at least 150 job placement opportunities. Residents have received training and education in OSHA, Forklift certification, Food Safety and Sanitation, various computer skills and many others.
Additionally, General Assistance participants have received Adult Education training in order to receive their GED diploma, with 57 participants between the food pantry and Riverdale Community Center. “I am grateful to Thornton Township and South Suburban College for providing me with a chance to better myself,” said resident Vincent Love. Love added, “Because of this program, I was able to get training and find a job. I don’t have to rely on General Assistance, anymore.”
More information on Thornton Township programs is available at www.ThorntonTownship.com. South Suburban College GED information is available at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2227. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s Office of Student Life & Leadership presents four programs open to the public at no charge in honor of African American History Month.
Poetry Slam and Open Mike w/Jus Words Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2017 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Place: SSC Cafeteria
SSC welcomes Chicago Author, Songwriter, Street Poet and Spoken Word Artist Bwana “Jus Words” Phillips. Transitioning from being a member of the “Four Corner Hustler” organization to a unique writer, Jus Words took his interest of the gangs and streets and combined his writing skills to create lyrical storylines. Most of his story lines focus on the rugged realities of the blocks in Englewood and Roseland Communities.
African American History 101 for Everyone Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Place: Kindig Performing Arts Center
This is one presentation you will not want to miss! Retired SSC History Professor Art Burton will share with you some unknown facts about African American History that you should know but probably never heard of. You will be entertained, educated and fascinated as he gives you exciting true facts about the Africa American experience beginning with Mother Africa (the cradle of civilization) to our present. Mr. Burton is the author of three award-winning books and is a highly regarded African American history consultant and lecturer.
How to Feel Good About Yourself Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Place: Kindig Performing Arts Center
If you like feeling good (and who doesn’t) then this event is for you. Poetry is Yusef’s first love, but “How to Feel Good about Yourself,” a self-empowerment manual, is his current pride and joy. Yusef writes what he feels; he hopes you feel what he writes. Yusef Ali El was born in Chicago and grew up in Pembroke Township, Illinois. He received his B.A. from the University of New Hampshire and a Masters in Literature from Governors State University. He has published five books in the last three years. Please join us for this exciting presentation.
Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago Tuesday, February 28, 2017 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Place: Kindig Performing Arts Center
Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to a musical concert and cultural immersion featuring the Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago. Founded in 1972, the Chicago-based Muntu Dance Theatre performs authentic and progressive interpretations of contemporary and ancient African and African American dance, music and folklore. Immediately following the performance, participants will be given tickets to join us for a “Taste of Soul” in the Kindig Performing Arts Center Lobby.
For more information on these events, please contact Corrie Gray of Student Programming, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2499. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
South Suburban College is interested in receiving proposals for the provision of cafeteria and food vending services, for a term of five (5) years as per the attached requirements and specifications.
Full cafeteria service must be in place no later than May 25, 2017.
Mandatory Proposal Meeting:
February 13, 2107 – 10:00 AM – President’s Conference Room
Proposal Opening:
February 21, 2017 – 10:00 AM – President’s Conference Room
Award: A five year contract for the provision of cafeteria and food vending services was awarded to Hometown Suburban Vending, Inc./DIGRA, Inc. dba Fratellos on March 9th, 2017.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Basketball Programs will host the Bulldogs’ Annual Community Day on Saturday, February 4th vs. Black Hawk College. The Lady Bulldogs will tip off at 1:00 p.m. followed by the Men’s Team at 3:00 p.m.
All residents, businesses and employees of SSC District 510 and Lake County, Indiana, are encouraged to come out and see the exciting 2017 Bulldogs free of charge. There will also be special raffles and prizes during the game.
For more information, contact Coach Pigatti at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2524. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Do you have a handcrafted item you’d like to sell? Not sure how to sell online or want to improve your results? Want some extra income from your hobby, or want to build a business around your designs or skills? South Suburban College is offering an Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop on Tuesday evenings, February 21 through March 28 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at South Suburban College’s Oak Forest Center.
Whether you’re new to selling handmade items or not, you’ll benefit from this free* course:
Etsy’s proprietary program taught by a successful Etsy seller
Photographer to help build your eye-catching Etsy store
Access to design and manufacturing through our MakerLab
Only certified Etsy training program in Chicagoland
Additional business consulting provided by Women’s Business Development Center consultants
Register now, only 20 seats available! To register or for more info please visit http://southworks-etsy.eventbrite.com/ or contact don@southmetroed.org. *A refundable deposit is required. The SSC Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, IL.
My name is Jacqueline, and I am a student here at South Suburban College. I began attending in 2007, but in spring of 2010 I needed time to reevaluate what I truly wanted in my life. During this time, my mind would constantly remind me how I should have decided my future already, and I found myself thinking “do I really need to be in college?” The spring of 2015 was the year that would start the transformation I was in need of. My older sister, now a graduate of SSC, told me that I needed to stop being childish and get back out there, even if it was for just one class.
Since returning, I have been working toward my associate’s degree in Psychology, and the rest is falling into place. The dedication and hard work I have been putting forward was the last ingredient I was missing. Let it be known, it is always better late than never. I owe my recent success to her, and if she does happen to be reading this, thank you for the push and your continued support.
In the upcoming weeks, I am looking forward to sharing my journey here at South Suburban College with readers. From why I decided to start here, right down to the opportunities I have. This blog will hopefully give insight to events or even answer small questions that have been on your mind too. Hope you enjoyed it, and maybe you will see me around campus.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College is presenting a free workshop titled So You Want to Start Your Own Business on Tuesday, January 31 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at South Suburban College’s Oak Forest Center in Room 5190.
We are hosting a panel discussion to highlight the following topics:
What to consider before starting your own business
How to get a small business up and running
How to sustain a small business, including local and regional resources available
How can Etsy help your business
Lean Startup
How to develop a prototype for your business idea
Tour of SouthWorks MakerLab at SSC
The Workshop is presented by the following partners:
SSC-South Suburban College
BCI/SSC-Business and Career Institute at SSC
SSSBA-South Suburban Small Business Association
SouthWorks Maker Lab Network
SMHEC (South Metropolitan Higher Education Consortium)
CSEDC-Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation
CBDC-Christian Business Development Company
WBDC-Women’s Business Development Center
SCORE
For more information please contact SSC’s Business Department at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2664. The SSC Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 Kilbourn Avenue, Oak Forest, IL.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Registration for the 2017 Spring 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 February 13 and later.
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 Spring 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, Building Construction Technology, Business, Child Development, Computer Information Systems, Court Reporting, Drama, Emergency Medical Services, English, Health Information Technology, Humanities, Overview for College Success (OCS), Mathematics, Manufacturing, Music, Physical Education, Reading, Spanish, 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 the end of January). 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 2242 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.
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 Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) presents a Breakfast with BCI Workshop titled HR Essentials for Small Businesses, on Thursday, February 16, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., with check-in and continental breakfast to begin at 8:45 a.m. This workshop will be held in the South Suburban College Main Campus in the MB Financial Suite on the 1st floor, and will be facilitated by Attorney Sonia D. Coleman and Alexandra Glumac, SSC Client Solutions Specialist.
A functioning and effective Human Resources department is critical to business success. Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to ensuring best HR practices. Whether you’re a recently appointed HR manager, are new to HR or have a non-HR job with HR responsibilities, this workshop is worth the investment. In this half-day session, participants will:
Receive updates and gain understanding on issues related to EEO, ADA and FMLA.
Obtain critical guidance on how to create effective policies and procedures.
Learn essential components of handbooks, job descriptions and employee evaluation systems.
The cost of the workshop with continental breakfast is $45 per person or $40 per person if 3 or more from the same company attend. Reservations are required by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 14. To register, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3254 or email AGlumac@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – SSC will be holding its 9th Annual Chicago Women’s Conference on Friday, March 17. This will be our second year of presenting the STAR AWARDS and we are seeking nominations. The Star Awards recognize the accomplishments of fabulous women and encourage other women to also be STARS. The application deadline is on or before Friday, February 10.
There are two different categories:
The first is a very special STAR award that will be presented to an outstanding South Suburban College (Thornton Junior College) alumna. This award recognizes the achievements of a South Suburban College female graduate (whether from the past or recent) for her achievements in her profession/career, volunteerism or other outstanding life achievement. Through recognition of her accomplishments, we hope to motivate current and future women to also graduate and achieve! Last year the winner of this award was Joan Dorman, R.N., M.S.
The second award will recognize women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in business, community and/or education. These women are leaders in promoting and supporting health and wellness or personal and professional development. In the nominator’s eyes, the “STAR” is a role model because she is achieving her goals and through her inspiring actions has profoundly motivated others to do the same.
We need your nominations on or before Friday, February 10. The link for the form is http://thechicagowomensconference.org/star-awards/. Feel free to share the link and deadline with others. Please submit your nomination through the website. If you have any questions, contact Nancy Burrows at nburrows@ssc.edu.
2016 Star Award recipient Joan Dorman (left) with SSC’s Nancy Burrows.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The 2017 SSC Jazz Festival Concert will be dedicated to the memory and legacy of Mr. Keith Anderson, long time music educator, advocate, and mentor. Mr. Anderson directed the bands at Hillcrest High School in County Club Hills from 1993-2006, after which he served as the Director of Fine Arts for Bremen High School District 228. Before arriving at Hillcrest, Anderson was an elementary teacher at Lincoln Elementary School in District #147. Mr. Anderson’s bands from Hillcrest High School were regular participants in the SSC Jazz Festival, and Mr. Anderson himself has been a festival clinician.
The festival concert will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 11th, in the Kindig Performing Arts Center of South Suburban College, and will feature the SSC Jazz Orchestra with guest artists Jim Cooper and Sam Hankins, and special guests from the area.
There is no charge for admission although donations are appreciated to benefit the Music
Scholarship Fund. For more information, please contact Rob Calhoon, Jazz Fest Director, at 708-596-2000, ext. 2299. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, IL.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) is calling all college alumni and retirees out for Our Lifelong Connections—a free cocktail reception and networking event on Thursday, February 9, 2017, from 6-8 p.m. in the Kindig Performing Arts Center. The evening is a unique opportunity for SSC associates to reconnect and will conclude with college updates and a Keynote presentation from SSC alumnus Jarrett Adams, Esq., Post-Conviction Litigation Fellow, Innocence Project, NY, NY.
All attendees must RSVP to this free event at foundation@ssc.edu or by contacting the Foundation Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2463. (Each attendee may bring one guest.)
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Baseball Program and Head Coach Steve Ruzich will be conducting Adult-Child Baseball Camps February 10, 11, 17, 18 and 19 for boys and girls ages 6 thru 14. The camps will feature sessions for pitching, catching, hitting and fielding while providing adults and children the opportunity to improve their knowledge of baseball skills and techniques.
Kids will be given expert instruction and time to practice and improve their skills through a variety of station drills. Adults will be taught how to use effective teaching methods, provide instruction using proper skill techniques, and utilize effective drills. The campers will work together, have fun, and develop talents in a wholesome, supportive environment.
Ruzich has coached the SSC Baseball Program for the past 30 years with a winning record of 1069-640. Not only has he enjoyed success as a college coach and player, he has also established himself as a reputable youth baseball camp director around the state. In addition to Ruzich’s instruction, SSC baseball players will be on hand to help the campers develop and improve their skills. The players’ enthusiasm and expertise always adds to the camp’s success.
The cost is $45 for one adult and one child per camp, and $40 per camp if enrolled in more than one. The cost is $30 for each additional child. Checks should be made payable to South Suburban College Baseball.
The camps are located at Bulldog Field on SSC’s Main Campus at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL. For more information or to register, contact Coach Ruzich at (708) 225-5843, or email sruzich@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Open Registration for the Spring 2017 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, January 14 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.
Spring classes begin Monday, January 17, 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Children’s Theatre Company of South Suburban College is celebrating its 30-year anniversary with Michele L. Vacca’s enchanting and warmly amusing dramatization of the beloved tale Beauty and the Beast. Performances will take place on Saturdays, January 14 and 21, 2017 at 11:00am and 2:00pm.
Florabunda, the Enchantress (Sandy Wagner of Lansing), begins the play by gathering a troupe of players about her, and assigning them roles. Belinda, the heroine (Catherine Hundt of Thornton), is a young woman of strong opinions, education and talent. Belinda’s father Henry Beaumont (Pat Nevins of Homewood), is the prosperous merchant.
In an effort to gain money for festivals and a new swimming pond, arrogant Prince Philip (Rykeil Knights of Riverdale) seizes all of Beaumonts’ property and they are forced to declare bankruptcy. To teach him a lesson, Florabunda works her magic and turns Philip into a hideous Beast until he learns to love and be loved in return.
One day, Henry mistakenly wanders into the garden of the legendary Beast (Eric Atkinson of Chicago). The angry Beast reluctantly promises to spare Henry’s life, but only if Belinda agrees to live in his castle. Despite Henry’s objections, Belinda insists upon doing as the Beast requests. With the help of his servants (Juniper DeYoung of Thornton, Angela Martin of Midlothian and Heather Young of Chicago), Belinda begins to draw the cold-hearted Beast out of his isolation. Gradually, they become friends and inseparable companions.
Lansing resident Ellie Shunko is the director and producer. “We created the Children’s Theatre Company in 1986 to fill a need for affordable, live theatre for young audiences,” she said. “We perform for local grammar school and child care groups during school hours and for the general public on weekends. Our school performances are completely sold out.” Even after thirty years, Shunko has no plans of slowing down. “We are providing a valuable service for our community here at SSC,” she says. “And I still love watching the kids watch the shows.”
Adding their talents to the production lighting are designer Jon Jenkins from Chicago, costume designer Joanna Tassin from Park Forest, set designer Dean Scalzitti from Chicago and choreographer Lynzi Scholz from South Chicago Heights. June Wagner, from Lansing, is the stage manager.
South Suburban College is located at 15800 State Street in South Holland, Illinois, between Sibley Boulevard and 159th Street. The campus is convenient to Routes 94, 80, 57, and 294 and is also accessible by PACE. Free, ample, well-lit parking is available. Reservations are suggested.
Tickets for Beauty and the Beast are $5 per person. For more information or to reserve tickets, call the 24/7 box office voicemail line at (708) 210-5741. Leave your name and phone number and someone will return your call. You may also reserve tickets by e-mail at boxoffice@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Business and Career Institute of South Suburban College, the Chicagoland Speakers Network and Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce are partnering to provide to provide you with a Business Communication Symposium on Thursday, January 26, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This workshop is for anyone looking to improve their business communication skills in the following areas: public speaking, interpersonal (including conflict resolution) and sales.
Why You Should Attend:
Join us for a half day of meta-presentations featuring everything from managing stress when speaking in front of an audience, to monitoring your body language, to using the right language to engaging your audience to creating an unforgettable elevator speech. The region’s most seasoned speakers share their tips and secrets for business communication that brings you success!
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College recently rallied together and served as volunteers on National Wreaths Across America Day. Wreaths Across America is an organization dedicated to honoring our nation’s military by laying memorial wreaths at the graves of veterans across the United States. SSC students, administrators and staff placed wreaths at the headstones of soldiers laid to rest in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois at noon on December 17th, 2016.
On Saturday, December 10, students and families from SSC’s Highway Construction Careers Training Program, along with Service Learning Coordinator Millicent Collier and Director of Extension Services Rebecca Garcia joined in to help wrap presents for low-income families at the Thornton Township hall. For some families, these will be the only presents their children will open over the holidays. The Service Learning Program is an instructional method that combines service in the community with academic learning in the classroom. Students learn and develop through active participation in an organized service activity.
“In addition to providing job-training degrees and certificates to our students, we also provide them with opportunities to give back to their communities. We know that our fine students will continue to ‘pay it forward’ for the rest of their lives,” said SSC Chairman Frank Zuccarelli.
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 President Don Manning and volunteers at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery participated in National Wreaths Across America Day.SSC’s HCCTP students and families helped wrap gifts for needy Thornton Township children.
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.
Adult Basic Education (ABE) helps men and women whose skill levels are below the ninth grade. ABE students improve their skills in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics. Many adults choose to further build on these skills and pursue a high school education through the High School Equivalency (HSE/GED) program. The HSE program will develop the skills required to pass the High School Equivalency exams. Studies will include Reasoning through Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, and the US and Illinois Constitutions. Additionally, English as a Second Language (ESL) allows non-native students to improve their English skills from beginning to advanced levels.
Adult Education programs are offered both full and part-time at the Main Campus in South Holland or the Oak Forest Center. At the time of registration, all students will take a Placement Test. The complete schedule of locations for registrations and classes is as follows:
SSC MAIN CAMPUS SOUTH HOLLAND
SSC Adult Education Center
South Suburban College (SSC)
15800 South State Street,
South Holland, IL 60473
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (GED) CLASSES
DAY CLASSES
Monday through Friday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 in Room 1243B at 9:00 am.
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. in Room 1243B
NIGHT CLASSES
Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays (January 17 – April 19, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 in Room L233 at 6:00 pm
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Room L233
**NEW** TECHNOLOGY BRIDGE GED CLASSES
Monday through Thursday (January 30 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 23, 24, 25, 2017 in Room L233 at 10:00 am.
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 30, 2017
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in Room L233
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY (GED) FOR ESL STUDENTS
ABE/ASE/GED/HSE: Monday through Friday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 in Room 2452 at 9:00 am
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Room 2452
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
DAY CLASSES FULL-TIME
Monday through Friday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room L233
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. in Room L233
DAY CLASSES PART-TIME
Monday through Friday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room L233
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in Room L233
NIGHT CLASSES
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 1243 B
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Room 1243 B
OAK FOREST ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES
Oak Forest Center
16333 South Kilbourn Avenue
Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 225-6029
Room 5240
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY
FULL-TIME DAY CLASSES:
Monday through Friday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 5240
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Room 5240
***NEW*** NIGHT CLASSES:
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (January 30 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 23, 24, 25, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. in Room 5240
Classes Begin: Monday, January 30, 2017
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Room 5240
ESL DAY CLASSES AT OFC
Monday through Friday (January 17 – April 21, 2017)
Register: January 9, 10, 11, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 5320
Classes Begin: Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. in Room 5320
RIVERDALE THORNTON TOWNSHIP CENTER
Thornton Township Center
14323 S. Halsted St.
Riverdale, IL 60827
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY CLASSES (GED)
Monday through Thursday (January 30 – April 20, 2017)
Register: January 23, 24, 25, 2017 at 10:00 a.m.
Classes Begin: Monday, January 30, 2017
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
All courses are offered free of charge. For the purpose of compliance with Section 511 of Public Law 101-166 (the Stevens Amendment) Federal funds of $395,020 provides approximately 38% of the support of these programs. Indiana residents are not eligible to participate in the Adult Education programs.
To request ADA accommodations allow three weeks. Please contact: Gail Bonds-Carpenter, ADA Coordinator, (708) 596-2000, ext. 2691. For enrollment and class information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2385 or ext. 2240, or visit www.ssc.edu under “Adult and Continuing Education, Adult Education.”
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College’s Office of Continuing Education has a wide variety of non-credit classes that would make the perfect holiday gift for friends and family of all ages and interests. Continuing Education classes are offered in sports, computers, home improvement, new hobbies such as art, and dance classes for stepping, line-dancing, salsa, and much more. Professional Development Seminars are another great opportunity for a quick and convenient way to refresh knowledge or to learn how to deal with new issues in the workplace.
SSC’s Continuing Education classes are held at both the main campus and the Oak Forest Center. To register, or to view a complete schedule of non-credit course offerings, please visit www.ssc.edu under the heading “Continuing Education” or call (708) 596-2000 ext. 2231.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College will be hosting an Open House for its Paralegal Program on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in Room 5190 at the Oak Forest Center.
Attendees will learn about an exciting career that is expected to grow 18% through 2020 according to the US Department of Labor. Information will be provided about SSC’s Paralegal/Legal Assistant curriculum, including the Associate Degree and certificate programs. In addition, former students from the program, working as paralegals, will be present to answer questions.
The curriculum prepares students to work in a variety of legal environments including civil and criminal litigation, insurance, banking, public and governmental agencies, law offices and corporate legal departments. Emphasis is placed on the development of core skills in legal research and writing techniques including compilation and analysis of data, understanding legal vocabulary, law office technology, and preparation of legal documents.
“Whether you are looking for a change in your career path or looking to begin a career, this is an excellent opportunity for anyone who has an interest in the law,” says Jason Cieslik, J.D., Coordinator for the Legal Studies Program.
SSC has the only American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal program in the Chicago Southland region, giving graduates a huge advantage when entering the workforce. The college also requires that all of the instructors in the program are lawyers or judges to ensure the quality of instruction.
While the majority of the paralegal classes are offered at the Oak Forest Center (conveniently located at 16333 South Kilbourn Avenue), some classes are offered online and some are offered at the Main Campus in South Holland.
For more information, please contact Mr. Jason Cieslik at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2579 or email JCieslik@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College is planning their Annual Women’s Conference and is seeking interested vendors who would like to promote their business. The conference is for women of all ages and is designed to help women discover how they may enhance, explore, and enrich their lives both personally and professionally. Over 200 women participated at last year’s conference and their positive responses rated the Women’s Conference a huge success.
The 2017 Chicago Women’s conference will be Friday March 17, 2017. We are currently accepting applications for exhibitors for this year’s conference. To request an application please email wcvendors@ssc.edu or contact Gervaise Edwards at (708) 596-2000, ext. 6032.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College is seeking tutors and participants for the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program. The program is structured to train volunteers to become one-on-one tutors for adults in need of basic literacy skills. Instruction in basic literacy includes the development of phonetic reading skills combined with communication skills. SSC is encouraging residents to take this opportunity to volunteer as a tutor or encourage someone you know to take advantage of the free program.
New Year new Beginnings! There will be new tutor training sessions taking place at the Main Campus on January 17th, 19th, 24th and the 26th of 2016. The tutor training is an 18-hour program that culminates with literacy training certification. Once certified, the tutors will go out to visit their adult learners at locations in or near their neighborhoods. Tutoring sites have already been established at the following locations: Acorn Public Library, Oak Forest; Glenwood-Lynwood Library; Harvey Public Library; Phoenix Public Library; Calumet City Public Library; Grande Prairie Library, Hazel Crest; Homewood Public Library; South Holland Public Library; South Suburban College Library, Main Campus; Oak Forest Center Library, Oak Forest; Lansing Public Library; Dolton Public Library; Riverdale Public Library; Markham Public Library and Midlothian Public Library. Tutoring is scheduled by the availability of the tutors and the learners, and the availability of space and hours of the tutoring sites.
Illiteracy is an issue that can be debilitating in so many ways for adults who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read have a much more difficult time with many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a clear disadvantage in today’s competitive job market. SSC’s Office of Adult Education administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE).
Tutors will receive free professional development services throughout this program. Successful tutors are also eligible for letters of support or recommendation for jobs, scholarships, educational opportunities, and more. These opportunities are made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using state funds designated for literacy.
If you would like to register for volunteer tutor training class, or if you know someone who could benefit from tutoring services, please contact Raylynn Stokes, Literacy Coach of the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email rstokes@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) is seeking year-end gifts from those who wish to help make a difference in the lives of local college students in need of financial assistance. The SSCF Scholarship Donor Drive will continue through the end of the year, providing both a charitable gift opportunity and tax-deduction for all donors.
The SSCF support provides scholarship assistance each year to many students who otherwise would be unlikely to begin or complete their college education. One-hundred percent (100%) of Donor Drive donations benefit scholarship and student assistance funds. Whether in support of a high school graduate, an unemployed resident looking for a career change, or a single parent pursuing their college degree for the first time, the SSCF offers scholarship assistance to all students in need. Helping students achieve their college dream can give them the tools to improve their lives and their communities.
All scholarship contributions to the SSCF are 100% tax-deductible (TIN: 23-7191738). The SSCF staff works cooperatively with individuals and organizations to develop a donor plan of any level. New scholarships can also be established with a $750 donation. The SSCF has set a fundraising goal of $200,000 for Fiscal Year 2016-17 to support student success. Donations may be made online at www.ssc.edu/foundation
For more information, please contact the Foundation Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2463 or foundation@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Congratulations to SSC’s Coach John Pigatti who has been selected as one of HoopDirt.com’s Coaches of the Week. Coach Pigatti led South Suburban to the best record in the country last season, and has not missed a beat this year, as the Bulldogs are off to a 7-0 start including three double-digit wins last week.
They began the week by knocking off defending NJCAA DIII National Champion Rock Valley College 78-65. Pigatti’s squad then went on to defeat Prairie State (76-63) and Morton College (80-43). Last season, Pigatti was named the 2016 Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Junior College Division II and Region IV-B Coach of the Year. This was Pigatti’s 7th Regional Coach of the Year Award in his 10 years at SSC.
For more information, contact Coach Pigatti at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2524. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
Twista will be performing at our South Holland campus in a private WCGI Bulldog Bash concert on December 21, 2016 from 5 PM – 7 PM. Doors open at 4 PM.
How Do You Get Tickets?
SSC has a limited number of free tickets available for the #BulldogBash featuring TWISTA on December 21, 2016 at the South Holland Campus Field House. The doors will open at 4 PM and the event will kick off at 5 PM.
Don’t miss your chance to attend this exclusive WGCI concert! Pick up tickets (a photo ID will be required) from our Student Life and Leadership office on the 2nd Floor of the South Holland campus between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday through Friday.
Be sure to read the ticket disclaimer for details about what can be brought into the venue, etc. For example all guest will be required to show proof of age (18 and older) at the door with a photo ID and there will be no bags of any sort (including purses) allowed.
Come enjoy the #BulldogBash as we kick off the Spring semester!!
Ticket Disclaimer:
THIS TICKET IS A REVOCABLE LICENSE/USER ACCEPTS RISK OF INJURY
By use of this ticket, the ticket holder (“Holder”) agrees that: South Suburban College and each of its respective agents, shall have the unrestricted right and license to use his or her image, likeness, name, voice, comments or other proprietary or public rights in any broadcast, telecast or photograph and/or video and/or audio sound recording taken in connection with the concert or other transmission or reproduction in whole or in part of the concert, for all purposes, without compensation.
The Holder acknowledges that they are at least 18 years of age (proof of age will be required for entry) and voluntarily assumes all risks incident to the event, including the risk of lost, stolen or damaged property or personal injury. South Suburban College may revoke this license and eject or refuse entry to the Holder for violation of venue rules, illegal activity, misconduct, failure to comply with any and all security measures, or any other basis in the reasonable opinion of South Suburban College.
Security measures will be in effect, including metal detection devices. No purses, bags, backpacks, waist packs, camera bags, packages, etc. shall be permitted in the venue. Coat check and storage lockers will not be available. Weapons of any type (including knives or pepper spray), animals (except licensed service dogs), banners, bottles, cans, containers of any kind, contraband, fireworks, laptops, laser pointers, noisemakers, outside food & drink, projectiles, weapons, audio recording equipment, video cameras, sticks/poles/selfie sticks or other item(s) determined to be unacceptable by South Suburban College will not be permitted. If any prohibited items are revealed during search, the patron(s) will be permitted to return to their vehicle with the item(s) or they can dispose of the item(s). South Suburban College will not store any personal belongings or items of any type.
Holder agrees to hold harmless and indemnify South Suburban College, its officers, agents, trustees and employees against any losses, damages, judgments, claims, expenses, costs and liabilities imposed upon or incurred by or asserted against South Suburban College, its officers, agents, trustees or employees, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses, arising out of the acts or omissions of Holder of otherwise related to Holder’s attendance at the scheduled concert.
By accepting tickets to the concert, Holder voluntarily releases, discharges, waives and relinquishs any and all actions or causes of action against South Suburban College related to the concert event, including personal injury, property damage or wrongful death occurring wherever or however the same may occur, and the Undersigned does for him/herself, his/her heirs, executors, administrators and assignees hereby release, waive, discharge and relinquish any action or causes of action, aforesaid, which may hereafter arise for him/herself and for his/her estate and agrees that under no circumstances will he/she or his/her heirs, executor, administrators and assignees prosecute, present any claim for personal injury, property damage or wrongful death against South Suburban College of Cook County or any of its officers, agents, servants, employees, or student trainees for any of said causes of action, whether the same shall arise by negligence of any of said persons, or otherwise.
NO RE-ADMISSION. EVENT, DATE & TIME SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to announce that their Biannual Student Art Exhibit will be on display December 2nd through December 8th 2016. More than 300 original artworks of painting, sculpture, ceramics, drawing, computer graphics, jewelry, and digital art created by SSC student artists will be displayed in the Dorothea Thiel, Photo Four, and the Lee E. Dulgar Galleries. A Pot Luck Reception will be held Thursday December 8th 12:30 p.m. in the Art & Design Department on the 4th Floor.
Exhibits are viewable to the public at no charge Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The Thiel and Photo Four Galleries are on the 4th floor in the Art & Design hallway, while the Dulgar Gallery is located on the college’s 1st floor. The galleries are closed on weekends and holidays. Please stop by to marvel at the creative spirit exhibited by our students in our galleries.
For more information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2445 or ext. 2300, or visit www.ssc.edu/art. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
Pictured: Student artwork from the 2015 exhibit at South Suburban College.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College Head Baseball Coach Steve Ruzich will be directing a two-day Catching Camp on Monday, December 26th and Tuesday, December 27th from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Coach Ruzich has directed youth camps for the past 30 years and has taught baseball skills at many other baseball camps throughout the state.
This clinic will provide catching instruction in the areas of blocking, calling a game, pick offs, pop throwing times, stance and footwork, drills for practice, pop ups, handling pitchers, and conditioning. In addition to Ruzich’s instruction, Bulldog baseball players will be on hand to help and develop skills. The players’ enthusiasm and expertise always adds to the camp’s success. The Catching Camp is open to boys ages 8-18. All players should bring their glove and gear. All participants should wear baseball or sweat pants and gym shoes, and boys must wear cups.
Coach Ruzich was an All-American catcher at the College of St. Francis. He graduated in 1985 and was drafted by the Chicago White Sox. Coach Ruzich had a short stint as a pro catcher before coming to SSC as Head Baseball Coach in 1987, where he has compiled a winning record of 1069-640.
The cost of the Catching Camp is $100, and checks should be made payable to SSC Bulldog Baseball. Enrollment is limited, so early registration is suggested. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL. For more information contact Coach Ruzich at (708) 225-5843.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – For South Suburban College Professor Bruce Allardice, the study of the history of the Civil War is a passion as well as a profession. “Author David McCullough stated that history is an infinite resource for the study of the present. In my view, you can’t understand what’s happening in our country today without understanding our country’s Civil War,” stated Allardice.
His latest article “46 Days to Save an Army: Gen. John Corson Smith and the Chattanooga Campaign” (Civil War News, November 2016, co-authored with former SSC Professor Wayne Wolf) edits the late 1863 diary of Brigadier General John C. Smith of Illinois. The article focuses on the vital 1863 Chattanooga Campaign, with the Union defeat at the Battle of Chickamauga redeemed two months later by a brilliant victory at Chattanooga. Smith’s diary records a mid-level officer’s impressions of the Union defeat and recovery.
The Chicago Public Library purchased the Smith diary a few years ago when its owner put it up for sale. The diary now resides in the CPL’s Special Collections. “What is amazing is that 150 years after the end of the war, we are still discovering letters and diaries of the participants,” says Allardice.
Bruce S. Allardice is a professor at South Suburban College. For the last decade he’s taught European and American History, as well as Political Science, in SSC’s Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Professor Allardice has authored or co-authored six books on the history of the Civil War, as well as numerous articles. His book, “More Generals in Gray” (LSU Press, 1995), was a selection of the History Book-of-the-Month Club.
For more information, Bruce Allardice can be reached at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2277 or email BAllardice@ssc.edu.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – On Wednesday, November 09, 2016, South Suburban College presented their annual Veterans’ Day Celebration in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) with a “Presentation of Colors,” a guest speaker and a student/staff panel. The “Presentation of Colors” was presented by South Holland School District 151’s CSWAP (Coolidge Students with Academic Pride). The students were dressed in full color, our flag was presented, and the Pledge of Allegiance recited. Following their presentation, SSC Nursing student Aarin Adams performed a beautiful rendition of our National Anthem.
The guest speaker was Bill Browne, Director of Cook County Veterans Affairs. Mr. Browne disseminated helpful information for veterans as well as spouses and children of veterans. His speech was insightful and students asked questions pertaining to his presentation. Additionally, he brought along fact-filled brochures from the Cook County Veterans Affairs office that were made available to attendees.
After a moment of silence for our fallen soldiers, the panel discussion began. Panelists gave recollections of their service experiences along with what they learned. The majority cited “discipline and teamwork” as the greatest assets they acquired. Additionally, lifelong learning was stressed by several panelists and Odell Braziel made sure to mention that he utilized his Veterans Benefits right here at SSC. Panelists included: Matt Beasland, SSC Dean of Adult Education; Odell Braziel, Programmer, SSC Information Technology; Bill Browne, Director of Cook County Veterans Affairs; and SSC students Pamela Dorsey and Tiffane Ford. Student attendees asked pertinent questions and the program ended with a resounding applause and “Thank You” to the veterans who participated and those who could not.
If you wish to utilize your Veterans’ Educational Benefits or know someone who does, please contact the SSC Admissions Office at (708) 210-5718 or visit our Veterans Center on campus for more information. 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.
Veterans Odell Braziel (SSC IT Programmer), Pamela Dorsey (SSC Student), Bill Browne (Cook County Veteran Affairs Director), Matthew Beasland (Dean of Adult Education) and Tiffany Ford (SSC Student).
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College will be hosting a presentation by Frank Esposito on his personal experience at Standing Rock North Dakota from 7:00 – 9:00 pm on November 22 at the college’s main campus in Lecture Hall A. Topics covered will be the history and culture of Native Americans and their concern for the pipeline being constructed there and possible effects this will have on the Missouri River and the Native Americans’ sacred burial grounds. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer session.
Mr. Esposito has a master’s degree in history and recently spent two weeks in North Dakota. He will discuss the political, societal, environmental, ethical and legal concerns. Admission is free. For further information, please contact Ron Cooley at 708-596-2000, ext. 2320 or email rcooley@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, IL.
Congratulations to Grand Prize Winner, Yolanda Arriola, and 1st Runner Up, Diamond Kelley, of the SSC Library’s 3rd Annual Information Literacy Essay Contest. These winning essays will be on display in the Library during the month of November!
OAK FOREST, IL – South Suburban College (SSC) is hosting a Court Reporting Open House on Thursday, December 1, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., in Oak Forest Center Room 5190. The Open House will showcase this profession which offers a wide-open job market and excellent income potential.
Court reporting is an interesting, challenging career which offers a flexible work schedule, and excellent income potential ($64,672 average yearly income). Broadcast captioners can earn $70,000+ and may work out of their homes. The use of sophisticated computer equipment has broadened the nature of the profession. Our program focuses on the theory behind it all, with an emphasis on Judicial Reporting.
There is a severe shortage of reporters in the Chicago area. The Court Reporting Open House is the perfect opportunity to get an overview of SSC’s Court Reporting/Verbatim Technology program, certified by the National Court Reporters Association. You will be able to talk with a certified court reporter and see a demonstration of real-time writing.
To RSVP or for more information call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3217 or email LCooke@ssc.edu The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College will host a 3-hour Seminar on Robert’s Rules of Order on November 18 from 6:00-9:00pm in the MB Financial Room at the college’s main campus. Robert’s Rules of Order is a book that is intended to be a guide for conducting meetings and making decisions as a group. You will learn the reasons for Robert’s Rules of Order, Definitions & Role Playing.
If you do not have a clear understanding of the following, this class is for you:
Major concept of Robert’s Rules of Order
Subsidiary Motions
Privileged Motions
Incidental Motions
Motions that bring a question again before the assembly
Legislative Procedures
Disciplinary Procedures
Parliamentary Authorities
When can the speaker be interrupted, or can they?
Is a motion debatable?
What type of Vote is required, a majority, or 2/3?
The cost of the seminar is $39. Please use Course Code: CSC-E92-730. To register call, (708) 596-2000, ext. 2231. 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.
Please note: This calendar is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change.
All events are held in the Kindig Performing Arts Center (PAC) on SSC’s Main Campus and
admission is FREE for these events. (Donations are appreciated to benefit the Music
Scholarship Fund.)
November 18, 2016 – 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Orchestra Festival, with clinician Philip Bauman. A non-competitive festival that features Jr. High, Middle and High School orchestras. All performances are open and free to the public. Come and see some outstanding young performers! For more info, contact Rob Calhoon at 708-596-2000, ext. 2299.
December 6, 2016 – 2:00 pm
Student Recital. Students of SSC Music Faculty perform a variety of classical pieces. No charge for admission.
December 7, 2016 – 7:00 pm
Jazz Combo and Jazz Orchestra Concert. Hot jazz for a cold winter’s night. The musicians of SSC’s Jazz Combo and Jazz Orchestra will thrill you with tunes by such jazz legends as Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Thad Jones, and Dizzy Gillespie. Come on through! Both groups are led by Sam Hankins. No charge for admission.
December 9, 2016 – 7:00 pm
Holiday Concert (SSC Voices, PAC Rats, and Symphonic Band). Join the good cheer as the SSC Voices, PAC Rats Theatre Company, Symphonic Band present their annual Holiday Card to the Community. No charge for admission.
December 12, 2016 – 7:00 pm
String Orchestra and Chamber String Ensemble Concert. SSC’s newest musical groups will perform works by Johannes Brahms, Leroy Anderson, Felix Mendelssohn, Paul Desmond, and Antonio Vivaldi. No charge for admission.
For more information or to confirm dates and times, call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2316. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – On October 25th, South Suburban College’s Library ended the month-long celebration of their 3rd Annual Information Literacy Month (ILM) with a visit from the Honorable Congresswoman Dr. Robin Kelly and other distinguished guests. The Congresswoman presented SSC’s Library with a gift of books from the U.S. Library of Congress’s Surplus Book Program. Librarian and Coordinator of ILM activities, Marilyn Wells, stated that the gift “is the first of its kind and will certainly be put to excellent use by our students and the campus community.”
Kelly, presented with an appreciation plaque, was gracious and accepting of the warm welcome she received from the student body. She entertained questions from the students and was extremely receptive in answering and sharing with them. She spoke about her relationship with the Obamas, a day in her life as a Congresswoman, and how she holds education close to her heart as a friend and supporter of South Suburban College and its mission to “Serve our Students and the Community through Lifelong Learning.”
The event also featured a Student Essay contest that was well received by students who wrote on the topic, “How Important is Reading and Comprehension to Information Literacy and Why?” The winner was Yolanda Arriola, an SSC student who began in the College’s Adult Education High School Equivalency program and is currently enrolled in English 101.
Lastly, guest speakers from the Afro American Genealogical & Historical Society of Chicago presented a workshop on “Know Your Heritage.” Researchers Angela McGhee and Paul Holmes presented information on how to conduct genealogical research that is widely popular today with the advent of research sites such as Ancestry.com and Family Search.org. From the number of students present, this workshop was a success.
You too can be successful in your educational journey and weigh your options for success. 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.
Guest speakers Paul Holmes, Angela McGhee and Congresswoman Robin Kelly at SSC’s 3rd Annual Information Literacy closing event.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College is presenting a Winter Preparedness Snow and Ice Conference designed for Public Works directors, supervisors and operators on November 7 and 8, with a session for facilities and large parking lots on November 9. The conference will be offered in five sessions at SSC’s Oak Forest Center and feature award-winning presenters Chris Walsh, retired Director of Operations of Beloit Public Works; Mark DeVries, Application Expert of Vaisala, Inc. and the former Maintenance Superintendent of McHenry County DOT; and Stephen McCracken of the Conservation Foundation speaking on chloride reduction. The cost of theses workshops is just $32 per person.
Four Sessions for Public Works Operators, Managers and Directors: The Basics of Snow & Ice Monday and Tuesday, November 7 & 8, separate sessions will be from 8-11 a.m. and from Noon – 3 p.m.
Every winter season needs to start out with the basics of preparing for winter operations. The workshops will cover snow and ice basics; safe, efficient, effective winter operations; environmental concerns and communications such as policies and procedures during winter operations.
One Session for Facilities, such as schools, hospitals, and large parking lots: The Basics of Snow & Ice This session will be on Wednesday, November 9 from 8-11 a.m.
Includes planning, safety, alternative chemicals, environmental concerns, and operator preparation.
All sessions will promote sustainability including effective snow and ice control with reduced environmental impacts that balance winter operations and the environment, equipment use, alternative chemicals, and the concept of doing more with less.
This conference is sponsored by K-Tech Specialty Coatings, Inc. and Chicago Salt. For more information, please email Nancy Burrows at NBurrows@ssc.edu or phone 708-596-2000, ext. 3258. The Oak Forest Center is located at 16333 S. Kilbourn, Oak Forest, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – A new agreement between South Suburban College (SSC) and Northern Illinois University (NIU) will make it easier for SSC students to earn college degrees that will set them on the path to career success.
In a ceremony today, the two institutions signed a new reverse transfer agreement that will allow NIU students who previously attended SSC to apply credits from the university toward the completion of their associate degree at the college.
“Students want a hassle-free transfer process and to receive credit for the work they do,” said NIU President Doug Baker. “This reverse transfer agreement does just that. It is a wonderful tool that allows students to demonstrate to future employers and graduate institutions their determination to excel, and it’s another example of how institutions of public higher education in Illinois can collaborate to deliver high-quality, affordable education.”
South Suburban College President Don Manning said that the agreement will have significant benefits for South Suburban College students that take advantage of it. “Every college credit counts,” Manning said. “This partnership gives students the ability to easily transfer credits back to South Suburban to earn a terminal degree – in this case, an associate’s degree – and enhances their opportunity for career success.”
A 2014 NIU Center for Governmental Studies report to the Illinois Community College Board found that an Illinois community college education increases earnings for workers, adds skills to the state’s workforce and boosts the state’s competitiveness. An Illinois community college graduate can expect a total lifetime earnings gain of over $570,000 – a 44 percent increase over the average total lifetime earnings of those not completing a community college program.
“Postsecondary education is a powerful force for career advancement, and a skilled workforce helps the region maintain its competitive advantage,” said NIU President Doug Baker. “Both NIU and South Suburban are committed to providing affordable access to high-quality educational opportunities, and we are delighted to partner with them on this initiative, which eliminates barriers and fosters innovative educational pathways between levels of higher education.”
NIU President Dr. Doug Baker (left), NIU Trustee Robert Marshall (middle) and SSC President Don Manning (right).
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Beginning in October, 2016, financial aid applications (FAFSA.ED.GOV) will be available for the 2017-2018 school year. You will be using tax information from your 2015 tax return rather than 2016 tax information. Because of the change, students and parents will be able to complete their FAFSAs using information from a completed and accepted federal tax return. It would be best to use the IRS tax retrieval tool to transfer your information to FAFSA.
Don’t miss out on your opportunity for Financial Aid for the upcoming school year. To benefit from all available grants and scholarships, October, 2016 is the time to apply for 2017-2018 financial aid. The application is available online: www.fafsa.ed.gov (FAFSA online or for questions call 1-800-433-3243). The South Suburban College School Code is 001769.
Before Financial Aid can be processed you must have:
Official High School Transcript on file with Admissions.
Have all required Documents at the time of processing.
Select a Degree Program at Registration
Dates for processing paperwork will be announced at a later date.
All student must meet SSC’s Satisfactory Academic Policy (PLEASE CONSULT THE SSC WEBSITE FOR GUIDELINES) www.ssc.edu Office of Financial Aid. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – For as long as Marshneil Gay can remember, she had two goals she wanted to accomplish with the pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters she deposited in coffee cans over the years. Now, at the age of 70, the Riverdale resident has fulfilled both of her dreams of achieving her college degree and visiting Paris, France.
“Getting a college degree has always been a sense of pride that I wanted to experience,” said Marshneil, a recent 2016 graduate of South Suburban College (SSC) in South Holland, Illinois. “My parents completed high school and provided me and my siblings with a good education, but high school was as far as they could see.”
Whenever Marshneil had the time and money, she would enroll in a class at whatever college was most convenient to her employment situation. For 47 years she worked to support her family that included five children, while putting her own goals on hold and changing plans many times along the way. As she prepared for her retirement, she decided to make good on a promise she made to herself many years before and enrolled in college.
“I knew right away that I belonged at South Suburban College,” said Marshneil. “With the advantage of so many programs and so many people who wanted to help me, there was no reason for me to fail. My goal was to study hard, ask questions, and earn good grades. I am proud to say that in May I graduated from SSC with honors and as acting president of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.”
What Marshneil didn’t know was that her hard work in the classroom and as a peer leader would help her to achieve another lifelong dream. One day while studying in the Honor’s Lounge at SSC, she noticed a flyer for Study Abroad Scholarship Programs with one of the destinations being France.
“I immediately began completing the necessary application and essay, obtained references, and prepared for the interview,” said Marshneil. “To my surprise and delight, the program coordinator called me to say, ‘Marshneil, you can stop saving change, you will be going to France this summer.’ Being awarded a scholarship to study abroad was an opportunity of great magnitude, and I was humbled.”
Traveling among a cohort of students some 50 years younger, Marshneil immersed herself in all aspects of the program with her peers. “I learned first-hand the traditions, the culture and the hospitality of a great people. I saw famous works of art and places I have only viewed in textbooks or online. It was truly the adventure of a lifetime.”
Marshneil said she speaks constantly to her children, grandchildren and others “young and old” about the importance of education. You see, Marshneil has always believed in giving back to her community. She currently serves as the Civil Service Chairperson to the Village of Riverdale among many other community roles held throughout her life.
Marshneil added, “It feels so empowering when you have education – it opens your mind to the possibilities.”
Marshneil Gay received her Associate’s Degree in Community Health Sciences and hopes to help seniors with her knowledge. She is already making plans to further her education through the Community Health Worker certification program.
SSC’s Study Abroad and other scholarship programs are made possible by the South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF). The SSCF provides scholarship assistance each year to many students who otherwise would be unlikely to begin or complete their college education. Whether for a high school graduate, an unemployed resident looking for a career change, or a returning adult pursuing their college degree for the first time, the SSCF offers scholarship assistance to all traditional and nontraditional students. The Fall Scholarship Donor Drive is currently in progress. Learn more or donate online at www.ssc.edu/foundation.
SSC graduate Marshneil Gay, 70, of Riverdale, gives a presentation at the annual Study Abroad Student Forum last month.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is presenting a memorial exhibition of Art Works by Joseph “Joe” Rejholec – colleague, mentor, friend, artist and faculty member of South Suburban College, in the college’s Thiel Gallery from October 25 through November 22, with a reception on Thursday, October 27th from 4-7 p.m.
A friend and inspiration to many artists, Joe was born in Nyack, New York, He was part of the New York Art Students League, went to Syracuse University on a hockey scholarship for a semester, and later attended Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO, to study history where he became interested in pursuing art and earned a BA. He attended Northern Illinois University for his MA in Fine Art. Joe was our longtime Art & Design department chair, and a dedicated teacher and gallery director at South Suburban College for forty years. He was a tireless supporter of the arts who served on numerous arts panels and selection committees, and he was inspirational in the lives of many students and professionals. He resided in Crete, IL where he worked from his home studio until 2016.
Influenced by Abstract Expressionism, Jazz, African Art, the smell of burning metal, Camel cigarettes, and coffee, Joe was “Old School” in so many ways. He epitomized the artist as maker, using the sweet poetry of his welded steel sculpture’s two-dimensional line and mass in the service of framing space in the tradition of David Smith, Jacques Lipchitz, Arshile Gorky, Franz Kline and others. His work flies in the face of the flattening elements of Pop Art & Minimalism, transcending stylistic impulses into the realm of the sculptor’s true passion for the framing of the real space of his world.
Joe once said, “To be a sculptor, one must have a good sense of humor. An artist takes a lot of ribbing…from those who do not understand the work.” The public is welcome to visit this art exhibition and reception at no charge. The Thiel Gallery is on the fourth floor in the Art & Design hallway and is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. Call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2445 or ext. 2300 for more information.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – On Saturday, October 22, volunteers from across the country will come together with a single purpose: to improve the lives of others. In its 25th year, Make A Difference Day is one of the largest days of community service worldwide. Make A Difference Day shows that anyone, no matter their age or background, can make an impact on their community.
At South Suburban College, our Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program is making a difference in the lives of many in need of basic literacy skills. If anyone is interested in volunteering we do have an upcoming new tutor training session that will take place at the Main Campus in South Holland on October 25th & 27th and November 1st & 3rd. The tutor training is an 18-hour program that culminates with literacy training certification. We also offer online training as well. Illiteracy is an issue that can be debilitating in so many ways for adults who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read have a much more difficult time with many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a clear disadvantage in today’s competitive job market.
SSC’s tutors donate their time to become one-on-one tutors for adults in need of skills and instruction in basic literacy that includes the development of phonetic reading skills combined with communication skills. South Suburban College would like to honor those volunteer tutors and encourage others to join us on making a difference in the lives of adult learners.
If you would like to register for volunteer tutor training class, or if you know someone who could benefit from tutoring services, please contact Raylynn Stokes, Literacy Coach of the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email rstokes@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Open Registration for the Spring 2017 Semester at South Suburban College (SSC) is in progress. Spring classes begin Monday, January 17, at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center. The deadline to submit an application for financial aid for the Spring semester at SSC is January 3, 2017.
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.
Current and prospective students are encouraged to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov using institution code 001769. Students who wish to use financial aid as payment for fall classes must have an official high school or GED transcript on file. Official transcripts must have a school seal and graduation date on them. Transcripts can be hand-delivered to the Admissions Office or mailed to: Office of Admissions (15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL 60473). If a transcript is hand-delivered it must be in the original sealed, unopened envelope.
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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – On October 1, 2009, President Barack Obama’s issued the first national proclamation establishing October as National Information Literacy Awareness Month. This was the first time this important 21st century skill set received federal attention at the national level. In today’s digital world, people who are information literate know how to find, access, and critically evaluate information to improve their health, their environment, their education and workplace performance. Having that skill set empowers them to interpret and make informed decisions about their lives, in essence, taking more responsibility for their own individual welfare and that of our nation.
The South Suburban College Library began celebrating October as Information Literacy Month in 2014 and this year marks our 3rd Annual Celebration. This year the Opening Day event was held on October 5, 2016 in the Library. The agenda included Welcome remarks, an Overview of the month events, the beginning of the Student Essay Contest, a Guest Speaker and Quizzes with prizes for completion.
Our Closing Day Event will be held on Tuesday, October 25th, 2016 at 1:00pm in the Library. Our honored guest speaker will be Congresswoman Robin Kelly, who will be making a donation of Books from the Library of Congress. The Essay Contest Winners will be announced, and there will be a presentation by Ms. Angela McGhee and Mr. Paul Holmes of the Afro-American Genealogical & Historical Society of Chicago to close out the month long celebration. Refreshments will follow.
For more information on the South Suburban College library, visit: http://libguides.ssc.edu/libguideshome or email Marilyn Wells, Senior Librarian and coordinator of Information Literacy Month at mwells@ssc.edu. 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.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – 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 these workshops or schedule with us to customize the training for your company!
South Suburban College is presenting two workshops designed to improve your company’s productivity and quality. Each workshop will be held at the South Suburban College Oak Forest Center from 8:15am to 4:15pm. Both workshops will be offered on a choice of dates.
Lean Problem Solving Workshop Friday, October 14 or Thursday, December 1 – 8:15am to 4:15pm
The early part of the day will be spent learning the tools and techniques. The second part of the day will be event driven – implementing the problem solving strategies learned, thus solving real issues and situations. How often have you felt you were facing the same issues over and over again, never quite getting to the stage in which you can turn the problem on and off? If this is the case, this workshop will help you reach resolution.
Who Should Attend:
This course is open to no more than 15 participants, each of whom should be attending the course with their own organizational issue/situation. Product-line managers, team leaders, task managers, functional managers, six-sigma black belts /green belts, improvement champions, operations and engineering managers, process owners, design engineers, and all others with responsibilities for improving the customer experience.
Statistical Process Control for Operators, Supervisor and Managers Workshop Friday, October 28 or Thursday, November 10 – 8:15am to 4:15pm
A successful SPC program requires Process Operators who understand not only the “what” of SPC but also the “why.” This workshop provides participants with the hands-on application they need to understand the benefits of SPC, how to use the tools, and most
importantly, how to interpret and analyze the results of control charting and capability studies in order to control and reduce variation in their processes.
Who Should Attend:
Everyone who will be using SPC in their workplace and needs to understand why SPC is being used, as well as how to apply the tools and techniques for controlling and reducing variation.
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. Albert has synthesized the tools he has learned in his many years of consulting and employment with major manufacturers and suppliers into
his own unique blend, which when combined always allows him to solve mysteries quickly. This is your chance to learn and use these tools. His passion and skill in working with people and organizations helps them to continuously improve. 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.
Each workshop is $195 per person (includes lunch). Send three people and third person is free. For more information or to register, please call Nancy Burrows at (708) 596-2000, ext. 3258 or email NBurrows@ssc.edu. 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 HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) is seeking year-end gifts from those who wish to help make a difference in the lives of local college students in need of financial assistance. The SSCF Scholarship Donor Drive will continue through the end of the year, providing both a charitable gift opportunity and tax-deduction for all donors.
The SSCF support provides scholarship assistance each year to many students who otherwise would be unlikely to begin or complete their college education. One-hundred percent (100%) of Donor Drive donations benefit scholarship and student assistance funds. Whether it is a high school graduate, an unemployed resident looking for a career change, or a single parent pursuing their college degree for the first time, the SSCF offers scholarship assistance to all students in need. Helping students achieve their college dream can give them the tools to improve their lives and their communities.
Scholarship opportunities are critical for SSC students, especially in light of the continued budget impasse and resulting reduction of Monetary Award Program (MAP) grants for Illinois students. Many are struggling to balance family, employment, and school responsibilities while they are often unable to receive Financial Aid. Scholarship money is provided primarily through this annual fall Scholarship Donor Drive.
All scholarship contributions to the SSCF are 100% tax-deductible (TIN: 23-7191738). The SSCF staff works cooperatively with individuals and organizations to develop a donor plan of any level. New scholarships can also be established with a $750 donation.
The SSCF has set a fundraising goal of $200,000 to for Fiscal Year 2016-17 to support student success. Donations may be made online at www.ssc.edu/foundation, via PayPal to foundation@ssc.edu or mailed to:
“SSC Foundation”
15800 S. State Street
South Holland, IL 60473
At SSC, 90% of students fall under the low income, first generation or disabled criteria. The SSCF once again awarded over $100,000 in total awards to these students in 2016, and has now granted over $1.8 million since 1987. For more information, please contact the Foundation Office at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2463 or foundation@ssc.edu.
Jarrett M. Adams, Attorney, Innocence Project, NY, NY, former scholarship recipient addresses South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) supporters at their most recent fundraiser. After serving nearly 10 years for a wrongful conviction, Jarrett was exonerated with the assistance of the Wisconsin Innocence Project. As a first step, Jarrett literally walked back into college from his mother’s house in South Holland and earned his Associates Degree from SSC in 2009. From scholarship to passing the New York bar exam on his first attempt in 2016, Jarrett has used the injustice he endured as inspiration to become an advocate for the underserved and uncounted. Support others like Jarrett during SSCF’s fall Scholarship Donor Drive at www.ssc.edu/foundation.
SOUTH HOLLAND — On Tuesday, September 27, South Suburban College hosted their annual “Welcome Back Bull Dog Bash” Celebration for students. The college partnered with several agencies to present current and meaningful information to get the semester off to a great start.
Free giveaways and prizes added to the excitement as students mingled and gathered information that could assist them with their semester and college attendance. SSC faculty and staff also had a presence as “old friendships were renewed and new ones made,” according to Patrice Burton, Dean of Student Services.
Those in attendance included PACE Campus Connection, Aunt Martha’s, Thornton Township Voter Registration with Township Clerk Jackie Rivera, The Mix 101.9, UPS “Earn While You Learn” Work Program, as well as SSC’s Office of Student Life & Leadership, Student Government Association and Expression Connection, a
new spoken word club. With over 500 students in attendance at the event, the college semester is off to a wonderful start.
There’s still time to register for classes. Call (708) 210-5718 for admissions information or visit www.ssc.edu for more information to get your educational journey off to a great start as well. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SSC Students, Faculty and Staff renewed old friendships and made new ones at the annual Welcome Back Celebration.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – National Adult Education and Literacy Week, September 26 – October 1, underscores the continued demand for programs and services for adult students who need to improve basic skills in reading, writing, and math and obtain a high school equivalency certificate. More than 36 million adults nationwide, including 1.2 million in Illinois, lack basic literacy skills that limit their ability to advance in education and at work.
South Suburban College (SSC) is one of more than 84 adult education providers offering programs funded through the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) that improves and expands the nation’s available pipeline of workers by assisting those who lack the educational requirements to achieve gainful employment in today’s increasingly high-tech, global job market. Adult education provides a path from low-income jobs and limited opportunities to the middle class wages and family sustainability. Full-time workers with a high school diploma earn almost $10,000 more per year than those without a diploma.
SSC’s adult education programs serve over 600 students every year in the areas of Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, High School Equivalency, English as a Second Language, and Adult Literacy. Free Classes are offered at several convenient locations throughout the district including South Holland, Riverdale, Harvey, and Oak Forest.
“Nearly 90 percent of the fastest growing jobs of the future require education or training beyond high school,” said Dr. Karen Hunter Anderson, ICCB Executive Director. “Illinois has taken the lead in creating partnerships between adult education providers and employers to ensure a seamless pathway for students to higher education and employment in high growth occupations.”
For more information about adult education programs and services at South Suburban College visit http://www.ssc.edu/adult-continuing-education/. For information on adult education throughout Illinois visit https://www.iccb.org/adult_ed.
PLEASE NOTE: This calendar is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change.
All events are held in the Kindig Performing Arts Center (PAC) on SSC’s Main Campus and admission is FREE for these events. (Donations are appreciated to benefit the Music Scholarship Fund.)
Wednesday, October 12, 2016, 12:00 p.m.
Lecture Recital Presented by Band of Brothers Pipe and Drum Band
Wednesday, October 12, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
Jazz Orchestra and Jazz Combo Concert and SSC Voices Concert
Friday, October 21, 2016, 7:00 p.m.
Symphonic Band and Orchestra Concert
For more information or to confirm dates and times, call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2316. South Suburban College is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – Eight South Suburban College (SSC) Art & Design students were presented with a municipal award from Tinley Park recently for their artistic bench entered in Tinley Park’s 13th annual Benches on the Avenue contest. Narita Sharma, Devin Walker, Kathleen De Jong, Shelby O’Hara, Natasha Swindle, Alexis Jannotta, Samantha Bynum and Nicholas Wyatt received the award for Best Group Project for their entry “The Marauder’s Bench.”
Being part of a group project and sharing their love of the Harry Potter stories was the primary motivation behind the students’ choice. The front depicts a well-known scene, while the back was designed to allow for different artists’ styles by using a gallery theme. The group used their individual strengths and experience to work together during class time and until school security closed the building at night.
Benches on the Avenue has become one of Tinley Park’s most popular attractions, drawing thousands of residents and visitors annually to the downtown area. The colorful benches feature the work of both amateur and professional artists. This year’s theme “Once Upon a Time … Favorite Children’s Storybooks” features 20 artistically decorated benches embellished with unique materials. The benches may be seen now through October 1 along Oak Park Avenue from 172nd to 176th streets.
“The bench was a great opportunity for our students to create and compete in a public art competition and commission,” said Carol Weber, SSC Art & Design faculty member who oversaw the bench project. “I’m so pleased their outstanding work was rewarded with the Best Group Project award, and I am appreciative to Tinley Park for inspiring such wonderful creations through this unique art program.”
The SSC Art & Design Program awards Associate Degrees and certifications with classes in painting, drawing, sculpting, pottery, photography, graphic design and more. The college has three galleries on the Main Campus in South Holland that are open to the public. For more information about SSC programs, visit www.ssc.edu or call (708) 210-5718.
Pictured: SSC Students received the award for Best Group Project in Tinley Park’s Benches on the Avenue contest for their entry “The Marauder’s Bench.”
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College is seeking tutors and participants for the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program. The program is structured to train volunteers to become one-on-one tutors for adults in need of basic literacy skills. Instruction in basic literacy includes the development of phonetic reading skills combined with communication skills. SSC is encouraging residents to take this opportunity to volunteer as a tutor or encourage someone you know to take advantage of the free program.
New tutor training sessions will take place at the Main Campus in South Holland on October 25th & 27th and November 1st & 3rd. The tutor training is an 18-hour program that culminates with literacy training certification. We also offer online training as well. Once certified, the tutors will go out to visit their adult learners at locations in or near their neighborhoods. Tutoring sites have already been established at the following locations: Acorn Public Library, Oak Forest; Glenwood-Lynwood Library; Harvey Public Library; Phoenix Library; Calumet City Public Library; Grande Prairie Library, Hazel Crest; Homewood Public Library; South Holland Public Library; South Suburban College Library, Main Campus; Oak Forest Center Library, Oak Forest; Lansing Public Library; Dolton Public Library; Riverdale Public Library; Markham Public Library and Midlothian Public Library. Tutoring is scheduled by the availability of the tutors and the learners, and the availability of space and hours of the tutoring sites.
Illiteracy is an issue that can be debilitating in so many ways for adults who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read have a much more difficult time with many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a clear disadvantage in today’s competitive job market. SSC’s Office of Adult Education administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE).
Tutors will receive free professional development services throughout this program. Successful tutors are also eligible for letters of support or recommendation for jobs, scholarships, educational opportunities, and more. These opportunities are made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a division of the Office of Secretary of State, using state funds designated for literacy.
If you would like to register for the upcoming volunteer tutor training class please register, or if you know someone who could benefit from tutoring services, please contact Raylynn Stokes, Literacy Coach of the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email rstokes@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State St., South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) presents an Elevation Leadership Summit Taking Faith-Based and Non-Profit Leadership to Loftier Heights! on Monday, October 17th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. This conference will be held in the South Suburban College Performing Arts Center with the keynote address by Roy Worley, Missionary & Pastor, and includes a Special Appearance by Atmosphere of Heaven.
In today’s uncertain and ever-changing times, serving in a leadership role for a faith-based or non-profit organization can be tumultuous and challenging. It is not uncommon for these trials and tribulations to take a toll on one’s energy, confidence and conviction, On the other hand, challenging times can also re-energize and increase our passion to spread the word of faith and hope.
Regardless of where you are on the spectrum, please join us for a day of fellowship, inspiration and knowledge. We have a fantastic keynote speaker, wonderful presenters and panelists who plan to share their best practices designed to take your leadership to loftier heights.
Who Should Attend:
Faith-based organization administrators, leaders
Non-profit organization administrators, leaders
Anyone who holds a position of responsibility in a faith-based or non-profit organization
Anyone passionate about leadership
Reasons to Attend:
Pastor Roy will help you better understand the “real battle” and provide you with the tools to fight it
Pastor Troy O’Quin will share his insights and experience that will unlock your team’s potential
Mary Erlain, prominent coach and author, will help bridge the generational gap to create a stronger team
Access to other leadership experts sharing knowledge designed to strengthen skillsets
Door prizes and networking opportunities galore!
We are offering two options regarding booths at the Elevation Leadership Summit. The first is a sponsorship option for $250 and the other option is $100. Please use the contact information below to obtain further information if you are interested in either opportunity.
The cost is $50 per person (early bird fee until September 30th) and $65 thereafter; $75 at the door. The cost includes a continental breakfast and lunch. For more information, please visit www.elevation2016.com or to register, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3254 or email AGlumac@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) will present the following workshop, The Myers-Briggs & Team Building: Creating a Framework for Business Success, on Thursday, October 6th. Our new half day training is from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. This workshop will be held in the South Suburban College MB Financial Suite (1st Floor).
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) assessment has helped millions of people worldwide gain insights about themselves and how they interact with others – and improve how they communicate, learn, and work. It provides a powerful framework for building better relationships, driving positive change, harnessing innovation, and achieving excellence.
Why You Should Attend:
Troy O’Quin, Certified Myers-Briggs Practitioner, will guide you through a thorough discussion of your assessment results, helping you to gain a better understanding of your best-fit type, and providing you with greater insight into the meaning of your preferences. When you understand your type preferences, you can approach your own work in a manner that best suits your style. Troy will also help you better understand the culture of your workplace, develop new skills, understand your participation in teams, and cope with change.
The cost is $149 per person (includes the workshop, cost to take the Myers-Briggs Indicator Assessment & the Introduction to Myers-Briggs Type Seventh Edition) or $139 per person if 3 or more individuals from the same company attend. Reservations are required. For more information or to register, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 3254 or email aglumac@ssc.edu. South Suburban College is located at 15800 S. State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Chicagoland Speakers Network (CSN) will hold its Women Inspiring Success Event, WISE 2016, on Thursday, October 13, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Oak Forest campus of South Suburban College, located at 16333 Kilbourn Avenue in Oak Forest.
“Any woman looking for more success and less stress will love the inspiration and fun planned for WISE 2016,” according to CSN President Erin Dubich. The WISE 2016 Conference will feature dynamic speakers on topics supporting personal and professional growth for women of all ages and stages. The Chicagoland Speakers Network, in collaboration with the South Suburban College Business & Career Institute, has presented a wide range of popular women-inspired events over the past several years.
The six scheduled featured presentations are: “Cultivating Radiance Inside & Out,” presented by Licensed Dietician Erin Dubich; Professional Organizer Colleen Klimczak on “Strategies for Clarity and Focus;” the “Fundamentals of Financial Management” by Attorney Sonia Coleman; Professional Speaking Coach Lori Klinka, with “Snapshots to Success: Living One Frame at a Time; “Creativity is a Choice,” presented by Artist Starla Snead; and Licensed Massage Therapist Sabrina Schottenhamel will present “Mindful Self-Care: Me TLC.”
The Conference fee, which includes a light breakfast and lunch, is $59 until September 30, and $69 thereafter, or at the door. Registration is available on EventBrite.com and through the CSN website at www.chicagolandspeakersnetwork.com. Individuals preferring to pay by check, made payable to Chicagoland Speakers Network, are encouraged to contact Erin Dubich, CSN President, via email at eldubich@gmail.com. The Oak Forest campus of South Suburban College is located at 16333 Kilbourn Avenue in Oak Forest, just off of 167th St and I-57.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to present a new exhibition located in the Dulgar Gallery on SSC’s Main Campus in South Holland. This exhibition of art works by Jeff Stevenson titled “Magnetic Line of Force” is on display September 12 to October 20, 2016. There will be an Artist’s Gallery Talk with remarks by Stevenson on September 27 at 1:00 p.m.
“Magnetic Line of Force,” a title taken from one of the pieces in the show, is “an imaginary concept that provides a very useful way to not only represent but also to define the properties of the magnetic field being evaluated, says Stevenson. “Using imaginary concepts to explore things that are unseen could describe my art making process and also much of our interactions as humans in this magical world.” This exhibition features my “Exquisite Corpse” inspired large scale scroll works on paper from 2012, other works on canvas and paper from 2014, and two from my most recent series of cut and combined paintings of found selfies from 2016.
Jeff Stevenson is an award winning artist who has been honored with an Artist’s Residency at Ragdale, a solo exhibition at the Union League Club of Chicago, the “Patron Award” by artist Philip Pearlstein at the Northern National Competition, the “Curator’s Choice Award” at the Chicago Art Open, the “Figurative Award” at the Beverly Arts Center and others.
As an art educator, Jeff Stevenson has taught college level studio art, art history, and creativity classes. Stevenson has been invited as guest lecturer and panelist for university classes, campus programs, and national conferences. He also has served on boards and committees with the Chicago Artists’ Coalition, Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park, Flossmoor Village Art Commission, and occasionally writes for examiner.com as the Chicago Museum Examiner.
The public is welcome to visit the art exhibition and reception at no charge. The Dulgar Gallery is on the first floor. 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.
For more information, please call (708) 596-2000, ext. 2445 or ext. 2316, or visit www.ssc.edu/art. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.
Please quote us your net cost on the following: Echocardiograph Machine. Sealed bids will be received up to the hour of 9:30 AM on September 21, 2016, in room 2115. Bids will be opened at that time in the President’s Conference Room, 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois. This is a public bid opening.
PLEASE NOTE: THE RESULTS FOR THIS BID HAVE BEEN REVISED.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Children’s Theatre Company of South Suburban College will hold open auditions for Michele L. Vacca’s unique adaptation of the classic fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast. The auditions will take place on September 29 and 30, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Readings will be held in the Kindig Performing Arts Center on the main campus at 15800 S. State Street in South Holland, IL.
Director Ellie Shunko of Lansing is looking for an ensemble of eight actors, ranging in age from 18 to 70 plus, who are capable of playing a variety of characters. Being fairly physically fit, a willingness to try anything, a sense of fun and loads of energy are big bonuses.
Performances are scheduled for January 14 & 17-21, 2017 and will be held during the day for local grammar school aged children. Auditioners must be willing and able to take off work or classes for dress rehearsals and performances.
Auditions are open to all community members as well as SSC students. Appointments and prepared audition materials are not necessary. Auditioners will read from scenes, which will be available at the time of auditions. Copies of the script are on reserve in the SSC library. Everyone is welcome to attend both auditions. Be prepared to list all conflicts with the rehearsal schedule.
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The 2016-17 South Suburban College Baseball Team is hosting their 11th 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 14th.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 22nd 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.
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.”
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.
Hands-on experiences were part of the fun at the South Suburban College Open House.
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.
