Attention 2016 Graduation Candidates!

1000 Dabney Drive, Clifton Forge, VA 24422
The official student newsletter of Dabney S. Lancaster Community College
Upcoming dates to remember — Fall 2015
Holiday Parades
Under the leadership of the Community Outreach Committee, the following community
holiday parades are planned for DSLCC’s participation. The times listed below are for
lineup for all parade participants:
December 3—Buena Vista—6:00pm at Parry McCluer Middle School
December 4—Lexington—4:00pm at Maury Middle School
December 4—Clifton Forge—5:30pm on Keswick Street
December 5—Covington—5:00pm at Mead Westvaco (West Rock) parking lot
December 12—Iron Gate—11:30am on Tannery Road across railroad tracks
If you are interested in participating in one or more of the parades or can assist with the
set-up, please contact Melissa Unroe at munroe@dslcc.edu
Fall Break
November 23-27
Healthy Holiday Happening at RRC—Massage
Therapy and Culinary Arts
December 5
Salvation Army Angel Tree—presents due at RRC
Presents due on Main Campus in Student Activities
December 2 by noon (no exceptions)
December 3 by noon (no exceptions)
Free Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate, Butterscotch
or Strawberry Syrup
December 2
Moomaw Center 11 am to 1 pm
Final Exams (subject to change due to snow days)
FREE SNACKS in the Moomaw Center and at RRC
December 14-17
Spring Semester Begins
January 11, 2016
Deadline to apply for May 2016 graduation
January 20, 2016
Fall 2015
November 19, 2015
Inclement Weather Policy
In times of inclement weather, area radio and television
stations will be contacted when a decision is made by a college official
regarding the delay or cancellation of classes. Announcements concerning
the delay or cancellation of day classes are typically made prior to 5:15 am
and evening classes prior to 3:00 pm. If newscasts state (or webpage:
www.dslcc.edu) that DSLCC will open at 10:00 am, the following
class times will be observed:
Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Tuesday/Thursday
Regular Time
Revised Time
Regular Time
Revised Time
8:00-8:50am
9:00-9:50 am
10:00-10:50am
11:00-11:50am
12:00-12:50pm
1:00-1:50pm
2:00-2:50pm
3:00-4:15pm
4:30-5:45pm
10:00-10:40am
10:45-11:25am
11:30-12:10pm
12:15-12:55pm
1:00-1:40pm
1:45-2:25pm
2:30-3:10pm
3:15-4:15pm
4:30-5:45pm
8:00-9:15am
9:30-10:45am
11:00-12:15pm
12:30-1:45pm
2:00-3:15pm
3:30-4:45pm
10:00-11:10am
11:15-12:25pm
12:30-1:45pm
1:50-3:05pm
3:10-4:20pm
4:25-6:00pm
DSLCC: 540-863-2800
DSLCC: 877-733-7522
Radio Stations:
WXCF—Clifton Forge/WIQO—Covington/WVTF—89 Public Radio—Roanoke/
WSLC—Star Country—Roanoke/WSLQ 99 FM—Roanoke/WXLK K92—Roanoke/
WVBE—Vibe 100—Roanoke—WFIR—News Talk Radio—Roanoke/3WZ Radio—
Lexington/WSLW—White Sulphur Springs, WV/WKCJ—White Sulphur Springs,
WV/WRON 98 FM/—Ronceverte, WV/ WRON AM140—Ronceverte, WV/WVMR—
Dunmore, WV
Television Stations: WDBJ 7 & WSLS 10 —Roanoke
New Faces in Student Services on DSLCC Main Campus
DSLCC Veterans‘ Center—Come visit Becki Hise and Maranda Rowe—Monday
through Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm , DSLCC Armory, Room 644. Stop
by for a cup of coffee, use the computers or pick up flyers on additional
resources. Email mrowe@dslcc.edu or call 540-863-2856 for information and
assistance.
The DSLCC Writing Center provides friendly, individualized guidance to help
writers in the DSLCC Community succeed at any stage of the writing process. We
will gladly work with the DSLCC community for the following:
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Developing and exploring ideas and thesis statements
Growing writing strategies and brainstorming
Obtaining help with research
Understanding assignment requirements
Improving format, conventions, tone, and organization
Creating resumes, cover letters, personal statements, and scholarship/
college application essays
Utilizing proper MLA/APA citation
Gaining strategies for improving grammar and communication skills
To set up an appointment, visit the DSLCC Writing Center or contact Sherry Smith
at ssmith@dslcc.edu or Katie Dotson at kdotson@dslcc.edu. Open on Monday
through Wednesday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Thursdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00
pm and Fridays from 11:00am to 3:00 pm.
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On the web:
Rapid Enroll:
Campus emergencies
Hazards
Weather conditions
Community alerts
College closings or delayed openings
https://alert.dslcc.edu
Send a text message from your cellular phone to 411911
Enter keyword DSLCC
Registration with the Roam Secure communication network is a free service for
students, faculty, and staff. DSLCC officials will make every attempt to share
important information, including alert messages regarding emergencies at (or
near) college facilities. While a variety of resources will be used to communicate
as needed, the college cannot guarantee that incidents will not occur nor can it
guarantee that every student will receive every message. Measures are in place
for the safety and protection of students, faculty, staff and visitors, but each
individual is responsible for taking prompt action appropriate for each situation
and, when necessary, following the directions of college officials and emergency
services personnel. Standard text messaging rates may apply.
Check your end-of-semester grades online
 Login Blackboard.
 Under ‘My Tools’ select VCCS SIS9.0: Student Information System.
 Click ‘Self Service’ (left column).
 Click ‘Academic Records’ then ‘View My Grades.’
 Don’t forget to log out when you are finished.
Rachel Ridder—Admissions Officer
A native of Charlottesville, VA, she received her bachelor’s
degree from the University of Utah. She majored in
International Studies and studied abroad in Barcelona,
Spain during her junior year. Rachel worked in student
affairs at the University of Utah in various roles. She served
as an Academic Advisor, an Orientation Leader, and
worked as a University Ambassador. In 2014 Rachel spent
a year living in Beijing, China teaching 12th grade English.
Rachel’s hobbies include skiing, traveling, and being outdoors.
Joe Hagy—Retention Coordinator
Mr. Hagy serves as DSLCC’s Retention Coordinator and has
been in this role since August. He previously worked as the
college’s Dual Enrollment Coordinator during the ’14-’15
academic year. His past professional experience includes
time spent in public education and with development,
marketing, and public relations in the private sector. He is
married with three young children and lives in Rockbridge
County. He holds a B.A. in Liberal Studies from Longwood
University and will complete a M.A. in Executive Leadership
from Liberty University this spring.
Samantha Gray—Academic Advisor/SSDL Liaison
Ms. Gray grew up in New Kent, VA. After High School she
moved to Alleghany County and worked in the DSLCC Library
while she was a student here. After she received her Associates
degree in Science, she transferred to Virginia Tech, earning a
Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. She enjoys working out,
hiking, swimming, and reading. She also enjoys cooking anything and everything- always willing to try something new and
foreign.
Tim Cary—Dual Enrollment Coordinator
Tim received an Associate of Arts and Science Degree in General
Studies from DSLCC and his Bachelor of Science degree from
Radford University. Tim comes to DSLCC with over 25 years of
service in the Army Reserves and is currently a Lieutenant
Colonel assigned to the Defense Logistics Agency in Richmond,
Virginia. Tim also possesses over 20 years of experience in retail
sales management. Tim currently resides in Rockbridge County.
Attention 2016 Graduation Candidates!
Applications for May 2016 graduation are due no later than
Monday, January 20, 2016
Email Lorrie Ferguson for more information at lwferguson@dslcc.edu
New Faces at the DSLCC Library
Sherry Smith—Writing Center Tutor
Sherry graduated from Mary Baldwin College with a degree
in Business and a degree in Elementary & Middle School
Education. She worked as a 4th and 5th grade elementary
teacher and as a 7th grade Life Science teacher for the
Alleghany Public School System for 30 years until her
retirement in June of 2014. Sherry works three days a
week in the Writing Center—since March 2015.
Katie Dotson—Library Assistant/Writing Center Tutor
Katie is the newest library assistant and writing center tutor at the
library. She is currently working toward a MLIS (Master of Library and
Information Science) degree through Rutgers University. A 2011 graduate of Hollins University, she earned a BA in English and minored in sociology and communication studies. Katie graduated from Alleghany High
School in 2007, where she played on the tennis team,: she also played on
the tennis team at Rutgers. Katie has a pit bull named Zeppelin; she
studied abroad while at Hollins and visited 7 countries.
Clubs and Student Organizations
DSLCC Campus Store Hours
9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday—Thursday
9:00am to 1:00 pm—Friday
ADJ Club: The Administration of Justice (ADJ) Club is a social-service organization
with membership open to all DSLCC students, regardless of major or discipline of
study. Activities include the Annual Criminal Justice Career Fair in conjunction with the
DSLCC Annual Spring Picnic and fundraisers to support the ADJ Book Scholarship
Fund. The club offers ADJ Gear, which is a clothing line of t-shirts, golf shirts, and
sweatshirts in colors representing law enforcement agencies. The club bestows
Honorary Life Memberships to individuals who contribute to the success of the ADJ
Program at DSLCC. There are no dues or membership fees collected from members.
For information call Gary Boyer at 863-2885.
Culinary Arts Club: Focused on outreach to the community and fund raising, the
club is open to anyone interested in Culinary Arts. Only Culinary Students may hold
office. Registration fee of $20 entitles members to all trips and activities. For information
call Phil McManus at 540-863-2931.
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Shop online, www.dabneylancastershop.com, or at Campus
Store on DSLCC Main Campus.
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Pick up your books at Campus Store, or have them shipped to
you at your home for an additional fee.
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Watch for periodic “Flash Sales!”
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DSLCC Textbook Buyback anytime Campus Store is open!!!
DSLCC Library:
Nursing Students Association: This club promotes the professional growth
Looking for Information in all the right places . . .
Writing a paper or essay and need quality information? LibGuides to the
rescue! Let a Library LibGuide point you to books, databases with full-text
journal articles, and web sites. For example, the Nursing LibGuide includes
links to online nursing books, nursing procedural videos, patient education web sites, and more. Some additional LibGuides, include Business and
Economics, EMT-Intermediate, Health Sciences Writing, and Reading
Strategies for Writing. For a complete list of LibGuides, visit the Library
web site, or ask your favorite librarian.
and development of Nursing Students. Contact Gloria Smitka at gsmitka@dslcc.edu or
Beverly Ellis Smith @bellissmith@dslcc.edu
Student Activities
Forestry Club: This club strives to advance the science, technology, education and
practice of professional forestry and to promote fellowship among students interested
in forestry. Consisting mostly of forestry students, members participate in woodsmen
competitions within the mid-atlantic conference. Members participate in fundraising
events for the club as well as for charitable organizations throughout the
community. For information call Joe Thacker at 540-863-2893.
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK): This is the largest, most prestigious honor society that
serves two-year colleges. Students must meet specific eligibility criteria to receive an
invitation to membership, which is based primarily on academic achievement.
Students may receive transfer scholarships for being a PTK member. For information call
advisors, Kathy Smestad at 540-863-2824, Ralph Sass at 540-863-2890 or Kathy Nicely at
540-863-2841.
Practical Nurse Program Student Organization:
Each student in the DSLCC PNP will be a member of the student organization designed to
promote practical nursing education by providing leadership and community service
opportunities. Every fall, officers will be elected for the year who, along with committee
chairpersons, will lead the other members in community service projects, fundraisers
and the annual spring pinning ceremony. For information contact Penny Fauber at
540-458-3299 or pfauber@dslcc.edu.
Rock Solid Rockbridge: This club is focused on advancing minority men and
Black men through the graduation pipeline. The club is open to all interested students,
staff and faculty. The “Rock Solid Rockbridge” club will strive to foster a welcoming
campus climate, create initiatives serving men of color, mentor with men who have
been successful, set goals that will lead to success, and develop student leadership
skills. Contact: Muriel Sloan at 540-261-1211 or msloan@dslcc.edu
Student Senate : Come to a meeting on Mondays at 11:00 am in Student
Activities and share your ideas. Please consider joining the Student Senate in Spring of
2016. 2015-2016 Officers: Hannah Bradley—President; Mahaley Reyns—Vice
President, Ryan Lockhart—Treasurer and Megan Colwill—Secretary. For information
about eligibility or to pick up an application packet, call Cynthia Boteler at 540-8632828, or email at cboteler@dslcc.edu. Watch student email for new meeting dates for
spring.
TEACH: Membership open to EDU students AND any student interested in a career
in teaching. Learn about EDU opportunities, scholarships/grants availability, and
current campus options for transfer. The choices you make now will affect your transfer
success later—know where you’re going! Contact Tondalaya VanLear at 540-863-2854
or tvanlear@dslcc.edu.
DSLCC Educational Foundation
It’s almost time for Scholarship season. The DSLCC Educational Foundation
awarded over $130,000 to DSLCC students for the 2015-2016 academic
year. Applications for the upcoming year, 2016-2017, will be available after
January 11, 2016 in the Foundation Office, Room 154 of Backels Hall, or online at
dslcc.edu/foundation.
Be on the lookout for an exciting new scholarship opportunity for DSLCC students
to be announced soon. For more information and assistance, please contact
Foundation Director, Rachael Thompson, by phone (540) 863-2835 or
rthompson@dslcc.edu.
New Face at Rockbridge
Regional Center
Cindy Wright—Administrative Assistant
A graduate of DSLCC with an associate’s degree in secretarial science, Cindy
worked in the DSLCC business office as work study student. A native of Eagle
Rock, she is a current resident of Buena Vista. Cindy likes to read, cook and
spend time with her family. She works at the Rockbridge Center Front Desk
Monday through Thursday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
• Read the weekly Student Activities Update for the latest news!!!
• Watch for flyers for upcoming events!!!
• Stay tuned to the DSLCC Monitors for the latest information!!!
• Check DSLCC Website
• Talk to Student Senate members
Financial Aid
Apply for Financial Aid Today!
Attention NEW students: Don't forget to submit your FAFSA for spring and
summer 2016. Apply at www.fafsa.gov using the applications in the chart
below.
Semester
FAFSA Due Date
FAFSA Application
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ASAP but no later
FAFSA 2015-2016
Summer 2016
than 6/30/16
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1/1/16 - 6/30/17
FAFSA 2016-2017
Spring 2017
priority deadline
Summer 2017
is March 1, 2016
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Fall 2016 students—the earlier you apply, the more likely you will receive
grants which are in limited supply. To ensure you get the most generous
award package, apply between January 1 and March 1, 2016. Eligible
students who miss this deadline should file ASAP but no later than 7/1/16
if they need financial aid to pay for their fall classes by the payment deadline.
The Achievement Center at DSLCC
"Take Advantage of Your Opportunities !"
Do you need:
Tutoring ?
Transfer information?
Time management strategies?
Financial Aid assistance?
Transfer
for
SUCCESS!
The Achievement Center may be able to help you with these things and
more! Stop by the A-Center in Scott Hall (beside the library) to see if you
qualify. Like us on Facebook at DSLCC Achievement Center.
Jonothan Wrenn—Academic Coach
Jonothan Wrenn was born and raised in Clifton Forge, VA. He is a math
and science coach in the Achievement Center. After high school, he
attended Virginia Tech where he obtained a B.S. in Biological Sciences. He
is currently about to graduate from VCU with an M.S. in
Fisheries Biology. He enjoys being outdoors, playing music,
traveling and smoking brisket. Concerning DSLCC, he says:
“Education is key to a bright future! My dedication is for
students to understand the fundamentals of their work so
they may make a successful transition into their career
field.”
Moomaw Center Rejuvenation Underway!
Paint colors have been tested and approved for a new and improved look for
the Moomaw Center. Painting will begin over fall break. Take advantage of
this service opportunity in your own school. If you have some free time over
the holiday and could help with the painting project, please contact Billy Ould
at would@dslcc.edu or Student Senate president, Hannah Bradley at
hb233@email.vccs.edu.