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table of contents4 Bowling Green State University Students and

seniors and iPads, oh my!

5 Adrian College Working with middle school students to improve STEM education.

6 Defiance College Advisory boards shape education to the needs of employers.

7 Northwest State Adding to the student experience with four-year universities.

8 PSI Healthcare requires collaboration in education and on the job.

10 University of Toledo Putting education to work in the world – and beyond!

11 Tiffin University Off-Campus Bachelor’s program offers an accelerated bachelor’s degree.

12-14 What’s Happening At area colleges and universities?

16 Owens Community College Preparing high school students to achieve in college.

17 Mercy College Providing clinical experiences in area hospitals and more.

18 Lourdes University Strengthening Catholic education in a variety of ways.

19 Heidelberg University Making music is a collaboration that pays off for the school and the community.

20 Siena Heights Preserving the Dominican tradition on campus.

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Paul Marion, Ph.D.

A Message from the President

CAMPUS CONNECTIONNOVEMBER 2013

EDITORIAL BOARD

Jennifer Compton

Jennifer Lynn Sobolewski

Audrey R. Burkholder

Heather Hoffman

Denise Hudgin

Michelle O’Dell

Amber Stark

Tony Dickens

Doug Goodnough

Elizabeth Winters

Lawrence Burns, Chairman

CAMPUS CONNECTION PRODUCTION STAFF

Joseph H. Zerbey IV

Mike Mori

John Fedderke

Heather Foor

Bonnie Hunter

Annie Cieslukowski

Phillip Long

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t’s a scene that can’t help but bring a smile to

your face. Three young men, in dress shirts, are

hunched over iPads with a group of senior citi-

zens, all women. They’re helping them learn the ins

and outs of tablet technology.

The technology is frustrating, and the women are

full of questions, but this group of Bowling Green

State University students patiently answers and walks

them through the solutions to various problems.

The technology classes at the Wood County

Senior Center are the brainchild of Dr. Kate Magsa-

men-Conrad, an assistant professor of communica-

tion, who got the idea while staying with family.

“I taught my grandmother how to use a laptop

and it was a disaster,” she said. “It required so

much more than I was able to give. There was a

need for someone to teach a small-group commu-

nication course.”

Dr. Nancy Orel, a professor and director of the

gerontology program, pointed her to the Wood

County Committee on Aging.

Magsamen-Conrad introduced the technology

classes to her students for the rst time in the

spring of 2013.

Classes this fall ranged from one that focused

on iPads to a “try it before you buy it” class that

allowed the seniors to get their hands on an array

of tablets. This semester’s students also use a work-

book developed by the spring semester class.

During one class, the students showed the seniors

how to download apps, surf the Web and take pho-

tos and video on an iPad. They also posed for test

photos, talked about the new Apple operating sys-

tem and did a lot of troubleshooting.

“The rst class, we didn’t know what to e pect

and then once it started going it ust ew. Before

you knew it we were going ve minutes over our

allotted time period,” said Jacob Olson, a junior

majoring in communication.

“I learned if you have a thirst for knowledge

it doesn’t matter how old you are”, said Daniel

McHenry, a senior who took the class in the

spring and is now an undergraduate mentor.

“Seniors get e cited about the technology and

as long as they’re willing to learn and we’re

willing to teach, it’s fun.”

Magsamen-Conrad said these classes go

beyond teaching seniors to use tablets by also

helping them navigate the technology that

seems to be taking

over even the most

mundane items.

“There is so much

technology and

basic technology

literacy that leaves

some groups of people

behind,” she said. “Our

seniors have talked

about seeing parking

meters that look Space Age and sitting at din-

ner and getting an iPad and not a menu. We are

trying to reach out to this demographic, to help

build a foundational

knowledge that will

translate into other environments and enable them to

interact with our society today.”

Betty Laukhuf, 80, bought her iPad over the summer

at the suggestion of her daughter. “I wanted to learn.

We’re out of it if we don’t. We have to stick with it,”

she e plained.

Laukhuf, a BGSU alumna, also said she loves work-

ing with the students. It’s a feeling that is de nitely

mutual. Magsamen-Conrad said as the classes come

to a close, students often say they’re sad their time

together is ending. It’s a

relationship that evolves

from teacher-student

to one where McHenry

said the seniors feel

more like the students’

grandparents.

Magsamen-Conrad

said these classes are

de nitely teaching her

students to become

better at interacting not only among themselves in a

group, but also with an audience far more like the one

they will encounter in their work careers. X

Michael Schuessler (center),

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“Seniors get excited

about the technology andas long as they’re willingto learn and we’re willing

to teach, it’s fun.

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ADRIAN COLLEGE

drian College, in collaboration with

Michigan International Speedway, provides

a unique experience for area middle school students.

In the year since the partnership with the Michigan

International Speedway and Adrian College began,

they have developed and implemented a successful

eld trip program for middle school students.

The partnership and program is called Track and

Explore and has aided Adrian College’s biology and

teacher education students with opportunities

for research. The opportunity also extends their

outreach to a younger generation to help teach

them about animal and plant life.

“This exciting partnership has exceeded our

expectations,” said Dr. Agnes Caldwell, Vice

Track and Explore Program at Adrian College offers one-of-a-kind field trips

President and Dean of Academic Affairs at Adrian College.

The Track and Explore program initially started in

the fall of 2012, and has since created the opportunity

for more than 1,200 middle school students to learn

about the ecosystem of the Irish Hills area. Adrian College

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raduating college students are always looking for an edge in what is

becoming an increasingly competitive job market. Regardless of their

career path – business, social work, education, medicine, sports –

graduates nd that the competition for jobs is erce, and their diploma and

resumé need to stand out from the crowd.t e ance ollege, students are getting a distinctive advantage based on

a curriculum that is becoming progressively focused on precisely the kinds of experience and skills that employers are looking to hire. National advisory boards in numerous majors are enhancing the academic experience and ensur-ing that the college’s programs are cutting-edge.

he advisory boards bring together e ance ollege faculty with experts from across the country to provide real-time and real-world advice. For example, cor-porations and organi ations such as rice aterhouse oopers, ntel orpora-tion, mithsonian nstitution, and the etroit igers are represented on boards.

Lisa Marsalek, director of career development and assistant dean of stu-dents, notes that the boards provide a great opportunity for faculty to engage with experts in their professional discipline or program area. The profession-als share the latest trends in their elds and discuss strengths and weaknesses they are seeing in college graduates entering their profession. This in turn helps e ance ollege evaluate if the current curriculum is on target or how the college can better prepare students for their careers.

Dr. Gregg Gunsch, professor of digital forensic science, is pleased with the interaction he has had with the digital forensics advisory board. He describes

its members as a diverse cross-section of professionals in industry, academics, and law enforcement at the local and federal levels. “We have tool users and tool developers,” Gunsch explained. The advisory board has also been able to provide

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enry Ford once said, “If everyone is

moving forward together, then success

takes care of itself.”

At Northwest State Community College, that

spirit is alive and well. From transfer partnerships

with other colleges and universities to community

events hosted on campus, collaboration can be

seen in various forms.

Many students who want to earn a bachelor’s

degree, or beyond, choose to start their educa-

tion at Northwest State and transfer their credits.

NSCC has strong partnerships with other colleges

and universities, which help make the process eas-

ier and provide more options for students. Some

of those partnerships include:

2+ 2 degree options: Students can take the rst

two years of a bachelor’s degree at Northwest

State and transfer seamlessly into the nal two

years at a partnering institution.

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Strong Partnershipsfor a better student experience

At NSCC,collaboration can be seen invarious forms.

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Transfer module: This program is 40 credit hours

that will transfer to any Ohio public college or

university.

University Center: NSCC has dedicated space on

campus where students can meet one-on-one with

representatives from local colleges and universities.

Members include Bowling Green State University,

Bluffton University, e ance College, ourdes

University, Spring Arbor University and the University

of Toledo.

Miami University Engineering Partnership:

Engineering technology students can earn a bachelor’s

degree from Miami University without leaving NSCC’s

campus. Students take the rst three years of a bach-

elor’s degree through Northwest State at the commu-

nity college’s lower tuition rate. The nal year of the

program is then completed through Miami University

using synchronous distance learning technology.

NSCC’s collaborative efforts reach beyond edu-

cational institutions and out into the community

as well. After all, community is part of Northwest

State’s name and mission.

The College’s student groups positively impact

the community through numerous service proj-

ects each year, and the groups welcome public

participation. Whether the cause is raising money

and collecting toys for families in need during

the holidays or raising awareness about suicide

prevention, Northwest State’s students are active

and involved.

The campus is home to numerous community

events each year as well. Northwest State has part-

nered with local organizations to host art exhibits,

musical acts, theater performances and other

cultural activities. Each year, NSCC and a group of

local businesses, restaurants, churches and indi-

viduals collaborate to host “It’s a Fiesta.” The event

celebrates Hispanic culture and heritage.

When people work together, it is amazing what

can be accomplished. Whether it is helping stu-

dents reach their goals or assisting others through

a community service project, collaboration can

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PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONANAL SSKILLSK SILLS IINSTITUTENST UITUTE

q uality healthcare is a complex enterprise

that requires the skills and collaboration

of all medical professionals. Medical per-

sonnel must work round the clock to meet with

concerned patients whose health simply cannot

wait. It truly takes a dedicated team to deliver

responsible and diligent care. The care of a patient

usually begins in a physician s of ce staffed by

medical assistants, and medical billing and coding

specialists who must work together to provide a

cohesive, organized and quality visit.

Professional Skills Institute offers two programs

that foster such collaboration and talent: Medi-

cal Assisting and the Medical Billing and Coding

Specialist. Students attending PSI take a Medical

Law and Ethics course, where the importance and

maintenance of patient con dentiality is taught as

a collaborative effort.

Patient privacy is a staple of the medical eld

and one that is integrated into all curriculums.

Once completed, students must pass an exam in

order to achieve a certi cate in the ealth Insur-

ance Portability and Accountability Act IPAA

before they go on to externship. IPAA protects

the privacy of individually identi able health

information. If quality healthcare is to begin, then

all members of a staff must adhere to the strict

and vital standards of privacy whether it is in a

physician s of ce, hospital or other medical facili-

ties. Once this is established, then the assessment

and treatment of a patient may begin.

Medical assistants and medical billing and cod-

ing specialists work together by performing a mul-

titude of duties. pon entering the of ce, patients

check in and a medical assistant performs vitals

and a short summary regarding the nature of the

visit in order to prepare the doctor. Once a diagno-

sis has been determined, then the medical billing

and coding specialist must code properly. Both

parties must rely on each other in the medical set-

ting to complete patient care and process the claim

correctly. Without both aspects, a patient cannot

receive proper care and may incur higher costs than

anticipated. If coded incorrectly and billed improp-

erly, it will cause frustration for patients, doctors’

of ces and insurance companies.

PSI works with an Advisory Committee comprised

of medical professionals from the community to

help ensure that PSI is meeting the needs of employ-

ers. Together they discuss curriculum changes that

are no longer applicable in the workplace. They

also collaborate on new courses such as Disease/

Pharmacology, the use of Electronic ealth ecords

E and the upcoming ICD- -CM.

PSI also works with the community by placing

students at externship sites. Near the completion of

their programs, students must complete a -hour

externship. PSI has clinical contracts with extern-

ship sites such as physician’s of ces, clinics, health

departments, urgent care centers and medical

equipment supply companies. The student is rotated

through the facility in clerical and clinical areas in

order to receive a variety of experiences. An evalua-

tion is completed by the clinical site at the end of the

externship. This is a great opportunity for students

to put their clinical and clerical skills to the test and

gain experience.

Excellent skills and teamwork are at the heart of

treating patients, whether it is someone who rarely

visits a doctor’s of ce or someone who is a frequent

visitor. Together, all staff must maintain a profes-

sional and respectful environment. A collaboration

of trust and communication is the perfect mix for

patients as they proceed through an ever-changing

healthcare system. PSI proudly works with its students

and the community to accomplish these goals. X

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Area Campus Events Calendar

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYEva Marie Saint Theatre, Wolfe Center for the Arts“The Liar”2 p.m.Additional performances Nov. 21, 22 and 23 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 23 at 2 p.m.Tickets: www.bgsu.edu/arts or 419-372-8171

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYKobacker Hall, Moore Musical Arts Center“Sounds of the Stadium” Falcon Marching Band3 p.m.Tickets: www.bgsu.edu/arts or 419-372-8171

HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYFaculty Recital Joan McConnell, organTrinity UCC 131 E erry Street, Tif nSpecial Guest Artist: Gail Levinsky, saxophone3 p.m.

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCenter for Performing Arts, Recital Hall“Dorothy Mackenzie Price Piano Series”Guest pianist Teresa McCullough to perform.3 p.m.

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOOlivet Lutheran Church, Sylvania“Festival Chorus”7 p.m.

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYPlanetarium“Dinosaur Light”Shows: Tuesdays and Fridays, 8 p.m.; Saturdays 2 p.m., Sundays 7:30 p.m. through Nov. 29. Tickets: $1 donation suggested

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCatharine S. Eberly Center for Women, Tucker Hall“Art Exhibition”Art of Tami DuVall, a recent graduate of The University of Toledo with a bachelor’s degree in Art Education.Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Through December 6

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCrystal’s Lounge“UT Jazz Night”UT Jazz Ensemble, featuring a combination of faculty and students, is to perform.7:30 p.m.$3/students and seniors, $5/general public

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYHeidelberg University Commons

Heidelberg Faculty Woodwind QuintetLori Akins, ute; Melissa Bosma, oboe; Barbara Specht, clarinet; Eric Rutherford, bassoon; Carrie Ban eld-Taplin, horn 11 a.m.

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOThe Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women, Tucker Hall“Drop-In-And-Create”For women only. Drop-In-And-Create provides a physical space and a supportive environment for creative and artistic expression. Basic art supplies are provided at no cost, but feel free to bring your art supplies.5 to 7 p.m.

HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYSchool of Music & TheatreHeidelberg Small EnsemblesBrenneman Ohl Concert Hall8:15 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20LOURDES UNIVERSITYRegina Hall Conference RoomLiving ~ Working MindfullyGuest speaker: Sr. Esther Kennedy, Therapist and Spiritual Director of Spirit Mountain Retreat in Californiasylvaniafranciscanvillage.org 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsStudio Theatre Room 11113th Annual

Faculty RecitalDenise Grupp-Verbon, Harpist6 p.m.Free(567) 661-2787

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYDonnell Theatre, Wolfe Center for the Arts Faculty Artist Series: Kevin Bylsma, piano8 p.m.FREE

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsMainstage TheatreAmerican Salvage by Bonnie Jo CampbellStudent Theater ProductionThurs., Fri., Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 3 p.m.Cost: $6/general admission(567) 661-2787

DEFIANCE COLLEGESchomburg AuditoriumDC Players fall production“Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”Thursday-Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets available at the door.Information: 419-784-4010

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYStudent CompositionsBrenneman Ohl Concert Hall7 p.m.

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDORitter Planetarium“The Alien Who Stole Christmas”Tag along with Santa as he meets Mr. Freep, an alien from another world.

Together, they head off on a cosmic adventure, taking them to the furthest regions of our Solar System. Will Santa make it back in time to deliver his toys to the children of Earth? An entertaining and educational program for all ages. A viewing at Brooks Observatory follows, weather permitting.Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat., 1 p.m.; Through December 21$7/adults, $5/children 4-12, seniors, students, faculty and staff. Free for children 3 and younger.

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYDonnell Theatre, Wolfe Center for the ArtsUniversity Men’s Chorus8 p.m.Tickets: www.bgsu.edu/arts or 419-372-8171

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23LOURDES UNIVERSITYRussell Ebeid HallUndergraduate Open House1 p.m. to 4 p.m.419-885-5291

HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYZsolt Bognar, piano,Distinguished Montague ArtistBrenneman Ohl Concert Hall7 p.m.

LOURDES UNIVERSITYFranciscan Center TheaterToledo Symphony - Mozart and More7:30 p.m.Info: 419-246-8000

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYHeidelberg Tuba Christmas

Brenneman Ohl Concert Hall2 p.m. Registration3 p.m. Rehearsal6 p.m. Performance

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYKobacker Hall, Moore Musical Arts CenterBG Philharmonia3 p.m.Tickets: www.bgsu.edu/arts or 419-372-8171

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCrystal’s Lounge“UT Jazz Night”UT Jazz Ensemble, featuring a combination of faculty and students, is to perform.7:30 p.m.$3/students and seniors, $5/general public

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOAM 760 WJR“The Relevant University Radio Program”Tune in for this monthly program that explores the critical role higher education plays in the world. Hosted by Lawrence J. Burns in conjunction with News/Talk WJR in Detroit.7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27LOURDES UNIVERSITYThanksgiving RecessLourdes University will be closed through December 1.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDODoermann Theater

“Holiday Opera Gala”7 p.m.$10

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 2OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsRotundaOwens Voices2 p.m.Free(567) 661-2787

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCrystal’s Lounge“UT Jazz Night”UT Jazz Ensemble, featuring a combination of faculty and students, is to perform.7:30 p.m.$3/students and seniors, $5/general public

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3DEFIANCE COLLEGE

e ance Community Auditorium

e ance College Community BandHoliday Pops ConcertFree admissionInformation: 419-784-4010

OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsRotundaOwens Jazz Express ConcertTime: 3 p.m.Cost: FreeDetails: (567) 661-2787

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYHonors PresentationsHerbster Chapel3 p.m.

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYKobacker Hall, Moore Musical Arts CenterWorld Percussion Night

8 p.m.Free

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsRotundaOwens Pop Ensemble ConcertTime: 2 p.m.Cost: FreeDetails: (567) 661-2787

HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYHonors PresentationsHerbster Chapel3 p.m.

DEFIANCE COLLEGESt. John United Church of ChristDe ance College Black Swamp StringsWinter Concert7 p.m.Free admission

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDODoermann Theater“UT Jazz Holiday

Spectacular”7 p.m.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYFine Arts Center galleriesArtsX – WonderlandPerformances, exhibits, shopping6-10 p.m.Free

BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYKobacker Hall, Moore Musical Arts CenterFestival Series: Holiday XtravaganzaWith guest soprano Kisma Jordan7 p.m.Tickets: www.bgsu.edu/arts or 419-372-8171

OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsMainstage TheatreFall 2013 Owens Dance ShowcaseTime: 7 p.m.

Cost: FreeDetails: (567) 661-2787

TIFFIN UNIVERSITYTU Christmas at the Ritz (Christmas Concert)The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St. Tif n7 p.m.$10

LOURDES UNIVERSITYDelp HallUh-Oh, Here Comes ChristmasDrama Society’s Christmas ProductionFri. and Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.$8 general admission; $5 seniors419-824-3999Through December 8

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY

Planetarium“The Little Star That Could,” for children2 p.m.$1 donation suggested

TIFFIN UNIVERSITYOpening Reception, Tif n Columbian High School Art ExhibitDiane Kidd Art Gallery (TU Main Campus)Free

OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsMainstage TheatreOwens VoicesTime: 7 p.m.Cost: FreeDetails: (567) 661-2787

DEFIANCE COLLEGESt. John United Church of Christ

De ance College Chamber SingersHoliday Choral Concert7:30 p.m.Free admission

LOURDES UNIVERSITY Appold PlanetariumMystery of the Christmas Star7:30 p.m.$5 adults, $4 [email protected] held December 14 and 21.

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCenter for Performing Arts, Center Theater“24 Hour Plays”A performance of short plays created, produced and rehearsed in a sleep-deprived 24-hour period.7:30 p.m.$3/students and seniors, $5/general public


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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8LOURDES UNIVERSITY Regina Conference Center “Christmas with Francis - A Family Affair”2 p.m. – 4 p.m.Donation -$5419-824-3528

OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGECenter for Fine and Performing ArtsMainstage TheatreOwens Concert Band Holiday ConcertTime: 2:30 p.m.Cost: FreeDetails: (567) 661-2787

HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYA Heidelberg ChristmasThe Ritz Theatre3 p.m.

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDODoermann Theater“UT Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble”3 p.m.

DEFIANCE COLLEGESt. John United Church of Christ42nd Annual PresentationDe ance College Choral UnionHandel’s “Messiah”7:30 p.m.Free admission

LOURDES UNIVERSITYFranciscan Center TheatreCarols for Christmas

Lourdes Annual Christmas ConcertFeaturing Ceremony of Carols for Benjamin Britten centennialLourdes Choirs, the Maumee Community Band, and a Christmas carol sing-along

7:30 p.m.FREEInfo: 419-824-3772

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYPlanetarium“Larry Cat in Space,” for children2 p.m.$1 donation suggested

LOURDES UNIVERSITY Queen of Peace Chapel “Advent and the Virtue of Hope”A Father Bacik Lecture and DiscussionIncludes Mass2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.$10 in advance; $15 at the doorwww.sylvaniafranciscan village.org

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYPlanetarium“Secret of the Star,” a show for ChristmasShows: Tuesdays and Fridays, 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 2 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30 p.m.Also shows at 2 p.m. Dec. 24 and at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 25$1 donation suggested

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20LOURDES UNIVERSITYFranciscan CenterEddie Boggs: A Christmas ConcertA Lifelong Learning Presentation with Folk Entertainer and winner of The People’s Choice Award in Greater Toledo10 a.m.419-517-8897

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOAM 760 WJR“The Relevant

University Radio Program”Tune in for this monthly program that explores the critical role higher education plays in the world. Hosted by Lawrence J. Burns in conjunction with News/Talk WJR in Detroit.7 p.m.

MONDAY, JAN. 6, 2014MERCY COLLEGE OF OHIOTotal Body ConditioningDesigned for for total body conditioning, toning, strengthening, increased

exibility and stress management Weekly class on Mondays starting Jan. 6 and ending April 214:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.Cost: $79Details: (419) 251-1799, mercycollege.edu/short-term-education

TUESDAY, JAN. 7, 2014MERCY COLLEGE OF OHIOZumba FitnessDance tness class combining Latin and international music to make tness funWeekly class on Tuesdays starting Jan. 7 and ending April 222:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.Cost: $79Details: (419) 251-1799, mercycollege.edu/short-term-education

TUESDAY, JAN. 7, 2014MERCY COLLEGE OF OHIOPersonal Fitness and Weight TrainingTotal body conditioning, toning, strengthening,

exibility, and stress management Class is Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Jan. 7 and ending May 1

Noon to 1 p.m.Cost: $159Details: (419) 251-1799, mercycollege.edu/short-term-education

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYSpring semester classes begins

FRIDAY, JANUARY 10UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCenter for the Visual Arts“Project Space 2014”Students and faculty will use the Main Gallery as a lab to create a wholly unique artwork installation.Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Through February 8

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDORitter Planetarium

“Stars”Learn how stars are born and die by looking closer at nebulae, star clusters, pulsars, black holes, and more. Also learn how human understanding of stars has changed over time.7:30 p.m. A viewing at Ritter Observatory follows, weather permitting.$7/adults, $5/children 4-12, seniors, students, faculty and staff. Free for children 3 and younger.Through January 24

SATURDAY, JANUARY 11TIFFIN UNIVERSITYOpening Reception, Tif nColumbian High School Art ExhibitDiane Kidd Art Gallery (TU Main Campus)Free

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDORitter Planetarium

“The Case of the Disappearing Planet”

Discover what happened to the “ex-planet” Pluto as detective Skye Watcher tracks clues that stretch back hundreds of years.1 p.m.$7/adults, $5/children 4-12, seniors, students, faculty and staff. Free for children 3 and younger.Through January 25

UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOCenter for Performing Arts, Recital Hall“UT Concerto Aria Competition”7 p.m.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 12UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDOToledo Museum of Art, Great Gallery“Great Gallery Concert”Featuring Dr. Denise Ritter Bernardini and Dr. Michael Boyd.3 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITYBryan Recital Hall, Moore Musical Arts CenterFaculty Artist Series: Stephen Miahky, violin8 p.m.FREE

THURSDAY, JANUARY 16LOURDES UNIVERSITYFranciscan Center TheaterImmigration Reform: Perspectives from Gustavo GutierrezA Father Bacik Lecture and Discussion5:30 p.m.$10 in advance; $15 at the doorwww.sylvaniafranciscan village.org

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17LOURDES UNIVERSITY

Lifelong Learning Franciscan CenterImmigration reform debate10 a.m.Freewww.lourdes.edu/lifelong

MONDAY, JANUARY 20HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYDay of Service

TUESDAY, JANUARY 21HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYAnnual Martin Luther King Jr. CelebrationBrenneman Ohl Concert Hall11 a.m.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITYWilliam Stafford Poetry DayHerbster Chapel11 a.m.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25LOURDES UNIVERSITYFranciscan Center TheaterToledo Symphony – Mozart and More7:30 p.m.Info: 419-246-8000

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26LOURDES UNIVERSITYFranciscan Center Faith TalksLecture by Fr. Andre Cirino, OFMTopic will be events in Assisi, Italy during WWII2 p.m. to 4 p.m.Info: 419-824-3861

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OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

cCollaborating with area high schools to help students succeed

Upward Bound

The Owens TRiO/Upward Bound program is an

academic pre-college program that helps prepare

and moti ate low-income and/or potential rst-

generation high school students for post-secondary

education.

O er its e-year period Upward Bound will

enable Owens to provide educational outreach to

60 students from Rogers High School and Wood-

ward High School. Once admitted into the program

these students will engage in a variety of activities

and services during the academic school year and

during a six-week summer component. Students will

participate in college visits educational eld trips

and career exploration opportunities. Weekly tutor-

ing advising and scholarship assistance will also be

offered. n addition students can attend monthly

workshops that cover a variety of topics such as

nancial aid admissions and the registration pro-

cess for admission into college test-taking strate-

gies and other topics pertaining to academic and

personal success.

Counselor Updates

Another collaboration between Owens and area

high schools is ounselor Update a once-a-year

event held in the fall in Toledo and Findlay that

provides an opportunity for local guidance counsel-

ors to learn of important updates learn about new

programs and interact with Owens staff.

Ongoing OutreachOngoing communication helps Owens staff mem-

bers and high school counselors and administrators

build and maintain relationships and partnerships that help high school students succeed in higher

education. High school visits fairs and career days are year-round events that let area high school stu-

dents know Owens is here and working to help their transition to college be a smooth one.

“Building relationships with high school coun-selors and administrators is very important to us

Schmidbauer said. “By working together collaborat-ing we can create ama ing higher education oppor-

tunities for the area s high school students.For more information about dual enrollment

Upward Bound or anything else covered in this article please call - 00- O-OW S. X

ollaboration isn’t just a word in Owens Community College’s vision and core val-ues. It’s embedded into the culture of the college. Throughout departments schools clubs and organi ations even in classrooms it’s easy to spot collaboration at work.

Some of the college’s most active and longest-

standing collaborations may be those among area high schools and high school students. Throughout

the year Owens builds and maintains relation-

ships with area high schools via partnerships

such as dual enroll-ment which includes

post-secondary enroll-ment options program;

Upward Bound coun-selor updates visits

fairs and career days.“Our goal is to help

students succeed said eghan Schmidbauer

Owens Director of Admissions. “The collaborations

we have with area high schools allow us to assist

a variety of students from those who want a jump

start on their college education to those who need

a little more preparation for college.

Dual Enrollment/Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program

As part of the Complete College Ohio initiative

Owens is working to increase the number of students

graduating from high school

with college credit. Dual enroll-

ment partnerships like the one

Owens has with Penta Career

Center enable high school stu-

dents to earn transcripted col-

lege credit from Owens.

“Transcripted credits are

bene cial to students because

they reduce the students’ time

to degree completion which

can save them money

Schmidbauer said. ”

“Owens faculty and

staff are committed to strengthening the

community by providing a superior educational

experience through excellence, innovation

and collaboration.




classroom expectations, and a strong, faith-based

education allows students to be well-rounded and

ready for success in their career after graduation.

As Anna Blanchett, RN, BSN, and a recent Mercy

College graduate observed, “I felt incredibly

well prepared with both the knowledge and skills

re uired in my eld, and I also felt I received a good

ethical and moral base at Mercy College.”

An additional part of establishing a strong moral

base includes Mercy College students volunteer-

ing their time outside the classroom with local

non-pro t agencies. n an individual level, it could

be providing donations of a coat, a hygiene kit, or

school supplies. A class- or college-wide event may

involve organizing and working at Tent City, or the

phthalmic Technology students partnering with

Prevent Blindness to provide eye exams. Mercy Col-

lege views service as a collaborative effort with the

ince its inception, Mercy College has been a

strong community member working collab-

oratively with community members and organiza-

tions. From faculty, staff, and students volunteering

their time at local agencies to its partnership with

Mercy, the multi-faceted approach to collaboration

provides bene ts and opportunities for all involved.

As a member of the Mercy system, Mercy College

is able to offer prime clinical locations and times for

students at premier medical facilities in the area.

Through clinical rotations, students are exposed to

cutting-edge technology in real-world situations.

The combination of hands-on experiences, rigorous

s

Meeting The Needsof studentsand the community

MERCY COLLEGE OF OHIO





or many years, Lourdes University has

enjoyed a close collaborative relationship

with the Catholic Diocese of Toledo.

“Bishop Blair has frequently presided over our

Baccalaureate liturgy that precedes Commence-

ment and he also celebrated the liturgy at our

presidential inauguration this fall. However, it is

through our academic areas that the collabora-

tion and partnership between Lourdes University

and the Catholic Diocese of Toledo has ourished,

shares Mary Arquette, Vice President for Institutional

Advancement.

Over the years, Lourdes has partnered with the

Toledo Catholic Diocese on a number of initiatives,

including:

• College of Education & Human Services

• Cat olic Elementar eligion eac er Certi cate

• Cat olic Hig Sc ool eligion eac er Certi cate

• Catholic School Principal – Master/Licensure Program

• Catholic School Principal Certi cate Program

Working Togetherfor Catholic education

LOURDES UNIVERSITY

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Students receive hands on instruction at the Franciscan Academy of Lourdes University.

Bishop Leonard Blair celebrates the Inauguration of Lourdes’ 9th President David Livingston




HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITY

marks the third year for the performance at the new venue.

wen e p ained that the rst ha f of the pro ram features traditional Christmas music from instru-mental and choral ensembles. The second half is comprised of portions of essiah includin pro-fessional soloists, often faculty or alumni. “This new

or more than a century, music at eidelber University has been the standard bearer,

offerin uality performances as well as oppor-tunities for students and the community to perform, create and inspire throu h music-makin .

“ usic at eidelber has always en oyed close ties to the broader community,” said Dr. John E. Owen, associate dean and director of the School of Music at

eidelber . “Each year, thousands hear our ensem-bles and faculty recitals, both on and off campus.”

While the School of Music’s primary mission is to train future choral or instrumental musicians and

educators, its outreach and partnerships within the community are rowin .

The si nature collaboration will occur Dec. when eidelber and community musicians return to the it Theatre for the erformin rts to pres-ent the annual production of Handel’s “Messiah” under the theme “ Heidelber Christmas.”

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Making Beautiful Musicwith the community at large

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illis Sowle III is part of a youth move-

ment happening on the Siena Heights

University campus.

The junior Religious Studies major from Toledo,

Ohio, attended a Dominican preaching in action

conference in Chicago in May 2012. Soon after that

experience, he had a revelation.

“As I began to engage in campus ministry in the

fall, it seemed like there was a

missing piece in the faith com-

munity on campus,” said Sowle,

a Central Catholic High School

graduate. “I came to realize

that we are a Dominican

university, and a vast

majority of the students

and faculty haven’t really

embraced that idea. (This) led

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SIENA HEIGHTS UNIVERSITY

RCIA program just two years prior to my freshman

year, I knew that I needed an environment that

would provide me opportunities to grow in

my faith. Little did I know, however, how big of

an impact the school would provide me. I have

embraced a myriad of opportunities from retreats,

to service, leadership, and a wonderful mother-

house to help my faith life grow and develop.”

He said an early challenge to the group is helping

to educate more students on not only what the

Dominican tradition is, but how it can apply to

them as a SHU student.

“Siena provides opportunities for each and every

student to grow and learn further about the tradi-

tion,” Sowle said.

He said scheduling some travel experiences

around the world and also networking with other

college and university DYA chapters are also on

his agenda.

“DYA has some big plans in its future,” Sowle said. X

me to the conclusion that we need a student orga-

nization that enlightens students to the truth found

in Dominican life.”

In October, Sowle helped form a chapter of the

Dominican Young Adults on the Siena Heights cam-

pus. The DYA has replaced Sojourn, the campus

ministry youth group that previously existed. He

said the learning about the Dominican tradition and

heritage has been a process.

“I began an action plan to

educate all of our members,

myself included, on Dominican

tradition and the opportuni-

ties we would be presented

with,” he said. “The transition

process consisted of four meet-

ings, each week discussing and

learning one of the four pillars

of the Dominican tradition: prayer, community,

study and preaching. These topics were taught to us

by (Adrian Dominican) Sisters and professors from

around campus.”

At the end of the meeting process, SHU President

Sister Peg Albert, OP, PhD, addressed the new group

and gave them her presidential “seal of approval.”

“I think it’s fantastic what Willis and these stu-

dents have done to highlight and preserve the

Dominican tradition on campus,” said President

Albert. “Students are part of the future safeguards

of that Dominican heritage at Siena Heights.”

Siena Heights University is a Catholic university

founded in 1919 and sponsored by the Adrian

Dominican Sisters. Some members of DYA are also

part of the Campus Ministry Scholars program,

however, it is open to all students on campus.

“Faith is a crucial piece to my experience at SHU,”

said Sowle. “As a ‘new’ Catholic who completed the

Students are part ofthe future safeguards

of that Dominicanheritage at

Siena Heights.

”

“

Willis Sowle III, a Toledo Central Catholic High School graduate and junior Religious Studies major at Siena Heights University, helped found a chapter of Dominican Young Adults on campus this fall.

Youth MovementToledo native, SHU student Willis Sowle helps begin Dominican Young Adults Chapter




MERCY COLLEGE

community where students and local agencies

and their clients all ene t

Mercy College’s Division of Short Term Educa-

tion has transformed over the past few years to

keep up with the trends and changes in health-

care n additional to providing the continuing

education credits many healthcare workers need

to meet licensure or certi cation re uirements

the department has evolved into so much more

Today it offers tness classes online enrichment

personal interest classes and credit and non-

credit certi cate programs Certi cate programs

include harmacy hle otomy Medical Cod-

ing olysomnographic Technology phthalmic

Technology Emergency Medical Technician and

aramedic These provide entry level education

for those who want to complete a program in

less than a year

n addition this department works with usi-

ness and industry partners to create contracted

education solutions

Cheryl utter director of Short Term Educa-

tion states e not only work with the Mercy

system and Catholic Health Partners to meet

their needs ut with other area usinesses

Customizing a program to best meet the needs

of an audience takes time but often the outcomes

are worth it e are e cited to provide this level

of speci city

Mercy College will continue to collaborate

to meet the needs and enrich the educational

e perience of its students and to serve the

community X

Customizing a program to best meet the needs of an audience takes

time but often the outcomes are worth it.

”

“

We are the only ones, that we know of,

who connect sportsentertainment with

STEM initiatives.

”

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DEFIANCE COLLEGE

eld e perience for students and regularly calls unsch

for recommendations of graduates for ob openings

There are appro imately members on the digital

forensics advisory board and they meet two times a

year hen curriculum changes were being consid-

ered board members were surveyed for their sugges-

tions They tell us what areas are important to them

and we take that to heart said unsch Two new

classes have been added along with an emphasis

on report writing thanks to this input

Dr Marian Plant professor of religious studies

and ministry studies is also enthusiastic about her

advisory board fter providing an overview of the

two programs Plant elded uestions and received

good feedback on the programs’ direction t was

reinforcement of what we as professional educators

are doing she said Plant added that it is good to

know she can pick up the phone and call members

of the committee to discuss an idea that might

strengthen the student e perience

Marsalek points to sport management as another

program that has successfully utilized its advisory

board aculty connections with the members have

helped set up visits to professional athletic venues

as well as meetings with coaches and trainers

De ance College president Mark C ordon noted

that advisory board members’ suggestions in terms

of how to train students and their willingness to

collaborate with faculty in terms of networking and

other support will make a signi cant difference for

students as they enter the work force

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Students are getting a distinctive advantage based on a curriculum that is becoming

progressively focused on precisely the kinds of

experience and skills that employers are looking to hire.

”

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ADRIAN

teacher education students help them identify

plants and animals in the area and learn the sci-

ence of water and about the M S racetrack

drian College biology students have used

the partnership to nd and photograph samples

and some of the research has been presented on

campus as well as at conferences

The program is limitless and uni ue e are

the only ones that we know of who connect

sports entertainment with STEM initiatives

Dr Caldwell said

Track and E plore has been heralded by drian

College President effrey Docking at the annu-

al State of the College address and has received

much attention in the surrounding area

The success of the ongoing partnership posi-

tively impacts the environment and bene ts sci-

ence math and technology education through

serving the children of enawee County X





format truly is a collaborative effort involving virtually all music

faculty, students, alumni and members of the community,” he said.

Heidelberg and the Ritz Players also recently partnered to pro-

duce the monster musical “Young Frankenstein,” two years after a

highly successful run with the Broadway musical “Hairspray.”

“This bringing together of community and university talent gave

us a multi-generational cast, and played to great success,” Owen

said. Chris Tucci, professor and director of theatre who directed

the Mel Brooks classic, concurred. Performing on the Ritz stage is

a bonus for Heidelberg students, Tucci said.“The best part is they get to play roles appropriate for their age

range and work with adults who typically have more theatre experience,” he said. “Working alongside these folks pushes our students and shows them realistic expectations in professional theatre.”

For those who simply share a love of music and want to learn, Heidelberg opens its doors to would- be musicians of all ages and talent levels. The Community Music School, under the direction of Cynthia Ramsdell, offers private music lessons for youth to adults on most band and orchestral instru-ments as well as voice and theory and composition. This fall, the school expanded its reach into the community by offering group and online courses.

“We offer classes in ve-week sessions as an introduction to various music experiences,” Ramsdell said. Sessions are open to the community and are available for people of all ability levels. The school has grown from a handful of students to more than 100.

Group classes were taught in guitar for teens and adults, piano for adults as well as online classes for teens and adults in music technology and auditioning/performing. Instructors are Heidelberg faculty, alumni and current or graduate students.

“Plans are in place to continue the expansion of the Community Music School, especially in providing musical opportunities to older adults, as well as area high school students,” Owen said.

One ensemble – the University-Community Chorus – combines the talents of Heidelberg music students with community singers for a pair of concerts each year. The 60- to 80-voice mixed chorus, under the direction of Dr. Daniel Clark, rehearses once each week in preparation for its performances, which also include the annual Christmas concert.

In addition to bringing audiences to campus, Heidelberg ensembles have performed throughout the

community at venues and events such as the azzin Tif n Festival and a downtown coffee house. Smaller ensembles sing and play at nursing homes and larger groups travel to high schools to showcase the

School of Music.Regardless of the size or scale of the ensemble or the venue, Heidelberg’s School of Music is engaged

in collaborations with the community in new and exciting ways. X

HEIDELBERG UNIVERSITY

• Catholic School Principal Alternative Licensure Program

• Partnership for Catholic Education

• Pathwise training for Catholic teachers

• Professional Development School Partnership with CCMT Schools

• Professional Development and Consultative Services for Catholic Schools

• College of Nursing

• Community-based nursing clinicals at Madonna Homes

• Community-based clinical nursing education within Diocesan schools

• Graduate School

• Catholic Educator’s Scholarship

Now, thanks to a generous gift from the

Diocese, Lourdes is establishing a new program

known as the “Endowed Chair in Education:

Catholic Principals’ Academy” that will prepare

educators to serve as principals in area Catho-

lic schools. The program will also support the

Diocese in its mission to sustain Catholic school

education through leadership development and

will focus on the administrative, instructional, and

spiritual dimensions of a Catholic school leader.

Last spring, Lourdes launched the Principals’

Academy, a component of its Educational Lead-

ership concentration in the Master of Education

program. Through the Principals’ Academy, edu-

cators can earn their Master of Education degree

as well as achieve their Ohio Department of Edu-

cation principal licensure. It is unique in that it

only enrolls students through direct sponsorship

with partner schools.

“We’re excited to partner with Lourdes on this

important venture for the formation of Catholic

school leaders. Effective leadership is critical to

the success of any organization, and by combining

and maximizing our resources with Lourdes we

are con dent that schools throughout the Diocese

will have high quality Catholic leaders for years

to come,” shares Christopher Knight, Catholic

Schools Superintendent. X

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