John Ahern of Silvis has submitted his resignation from the Black Hawk College Board of Trustees effective immediately because of health reasons.

Ahern was first elected to the Board of Trustees in 1995. He was re-elected in 2001 and 2007. Trustee terms are six years.

Black Hawk College appreciates Trustee Ahern’s service and wishes him well in his future endeavors.

During his tenure, he has served as the board’s representative to the Black Hawk College Quad Cities Foundation and the Black Hawk College East Foundation. Most recently he has served on the board’s Audit Committee.

Ahern received the 2004 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Trustee Leadership Award for the Central Region. He was nominated by the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) after receiving the Ray Hartstein Trustee Achievement Award from the ICCTA in 2003.

He also is a two-time recipient of the ICCTA’s Trustee Education Award. This award is granted only to trustees who have participated in 15 or more ICCTA-sponsored seminars during their tenure as community college trustees.

Ahern’s current term expires in April 2013. The Board of Trustees will meet in the near future to discuss his resignation and plans to fill the position.

The Black Hawk College chapter of Sigma Kappa Delta, the English honor society for two-year colleges, recently inducted 40 new members.

The inductees have earned an A or B in a composition or literature course, have completed at least 12 semester hours, and have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher. Students are not required to be English majors.

The officers of Sigma Kappa Delta are, from left to right: President – Amy Komadino, Orion; Secretary – Megan Morrow, Moline; Vice president – Kylee Fox, Moline; and Treasurer – Rebecca Wolf, Milan

The inductees and their hometowns are:

• Rochelle Arnold, Port Byron
• Aissatou Bah, Moline
• Megan Cook, Kewanee
• Taylor Cook, Geneseo
• Houevi Dosseh, East Moline
• Jiaxing Fan, East Moline
• James Green, Rock Island
• Travas Gunnell, Rock Island
• Darcy Hankins, Geneseo
• Taylor Harrington, Princeton, Iowa
• Elizabeth Hull, Orion
• Kayla Hyett, Aledo
• Cassandra Ingels, Wyoming
• Brittney Jackson, Rock Island
• Tyler Johnson, Galva
• Samantha Johnston, Cordova
• Elizabeth LaBotte, Moline
• Andrea Lance, Coal Valley
• Landon Lempke, Kewanee
• Heather Lentz, Cambridge
• Jill Maglio, Kewanee
• Hannah McNaught, Moline
• Brian Miers, Rock Island
• Salvador Mojica, Rock Island
• Adama Ouattara, Moline
• Elisa Padro, Moline
• Tyler Petersen, Mineral
• Haley Pulse, Camanche, Iowa
• Jim Rangel, Rock Island
• Brittney Ryan, Kewanee
• Karlee Rylander, Galva
• Brittany Scott, Andover
• Jennifer Sedam, East Moline
• Tessaundra Sidden, Sacramento, Calif.
• David Soliz, Silvis
• Alan Speer, Moline
• Jodi Treptow, Rock Island
• Christine Vermeulen, Moline
• Brandi Welsh, Rock Island
• Evan White, Moline

Black Hawk College recently honored two students as emerging women leaders at the Women’s Connection “Women in Leadership” event.

Trina Offutt of Rock Island (second from left) was nominated by Lindsay Fender, registrar. Carmen Mojica of Rock Island (second from right) was nominated by Jaime Delevere, Student Support Services advisor/transfer specialist.

“I nominated Carmen for her contributions to Black Hawk College, for her volunteer efforts and club memberships, and for her outstanding contribution to the community in working at the Martin Luther King Center in Rock Island,” Jaime Delevere said.

“Trina is a dedicated, goal-oriented student working toward a degree in nursing,” Lindsay Fender said. “She excels at managing school, work and family responsibilities. Trina’s desire to help others and succeed will make her a great nurse and woman leader.”

The purpose of the Women’s Connection’s Emerging Women Leaders Recognition Program is to honor regional female collegiate students who exhibit exceptional leadership initiative and high academic achievement, and who are making a difference in their school and community.

She attended Fenton High School in Bensenville, Ill., for two years then transferred to American Home School to finish her high school diploma. She began at Black Hawk College in January 2010 and has completed 32 credit hours toward her associate degree.

Fox was inducted into Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, and Sigma Kappa Delta, the English honor society for two-year colleges.

She is the editor-in-chief of the Chieftain, the Black Hawk College student newspaper. After earning her associate degree, she plans to transfer to a four-year school to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Her career goal is to write for Rolling Stone magazine.

Six Black Hawk College art students recently were honored for their artistic talent in the annual Student Art Show at the Quad-Cities Campus in Moline.

The juried competition garnered 85 entries. Juror Emily Christenson, an award-winning local artist and BHC alumna, selected 33 pieces for the show. Aaron Van Fossen of Bettendorf won first place with “My Inspiration.”

The winners are (front row, left to right):

• Amber Dale, East Moline – honorable mention – “Mr. Poppins,” black and white film photography
• Tamlyn Tinker, East Moline – second place – “Perception I,” digital photography
• Alicia Johnson, Rock Island – third place – “The Evil Candy Factory,” mixed media
• Brandy Sallee, Milan – honorable mention – “Bird of Paradise,” pastel on paper

Back row, left to right:

• Nathanael Olson, East Moline – honorable mention – “Grandchildren” CD packaging design, Adobe Photoshop
• Aaron Van Fossen, Bettendorf – first place – “My Inspiration,” mixed media on paper

The exhibit is on display through Friday, May 11 in the ArtSpace Gallery on the first floor of Building 4 at the Quad-Cities Campus.

“We are extremely excited to have Jordan Fouts as an addition to our Men’s Basketball team here at Black Hawk College East Campus,” said Men’s Basketball Coach, BJ McCullum. “Jordan had an outstanding career at Canton High School and his adjustment from Coach Otto’s system to ours should easy for him. He has been to several open gyms and his versatility is one of his biggest strengths. We will play him at one and two and are expecting big things!”

3rd Annual Sun-Sational Youth Camps

Kids — Here’s looking at YOU! Summer’s cool with Sun-Sational Youth Camps!

Sun-Sational Youth Camps will give you endless possibilities to meet new friends, explore your interests, develop your talents and learn about future careers.

The camps are designed to inspire you to learn more about technology, the arts and the outdoors. Leave your book bags at home and head off to college for some fun, interactive learning.

Modeling & Etiquette Camp
(Ages 9-16)
Instructor: S. Adamson
Step up and strut your stuff as you learn how to polish and fine tune your smile and makeup, learning how to make your inner beauty shine. Manners, etiquette and respect will be reviewed. Hold your head high and carry yourself with pride as you showcase your favorite outfits, performing the catwalk. Self-acceptance, positive thinking and increased self-confidence are cornerstones to the program experience. This class is 90% interactive, so get out of your seat, and onto your feet. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class.
Mon. – Fri.       July 16 – July 20        9:00 a.m. – Noon
CRN 50392     Outreach – Rm. 407    Fee $102

Basic Skin Care & Makeup Application Camp
(Ages 11-18)
Instructor: J. Mariman
Learn how to take care of your skin and treat problem areas from a professional makeup artist. Explore simple skin anatomy and how to properly care for your skin. Learn simple, easy everyday makeup looks that are age-appropriate for teens!
1 Wednesday   July 11                         5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
CRN 50393      Outreach – Room 403     Fee $18

Spanish Camp
(Ages 8-12)
Instructor: Z. Laufenberg
Hola Amigos! Experience the culture, history, food, and dance samples from Latin American countries. Learn fun and basic conversational Spanish from a native speaker. Greet your peers in Spanish as you learn short basic expressions. A $6 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class for a Spanish/English Dictionary. Materials will be included. Hasta Pronto.
Tues. – Thurs.   June 5 – June 7            10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
CRN 50394      Outreach – Rm. 408      Fee $26

Illusions-See It to Believe It! Magic Camp
Instructor: R. Eugene Brammer
Was it a vase or was it a face? Which object did you see? Explore the world of optical illusions, and you’ll be amazed at what you see. Experiment with many types of illusions and create some of your own to keep. Learn all about why your mind can be tricked by your eyes. A $6 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class.
(Ages 7-10)
Mon. – Fri.        June 11 – June 15       9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
CRN 50395      Outreach – Rm. 408     Fee $60

(Ages 11-14)
Mon. – Fri.       June 11 – June 15       10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
CRN 50396     Outreach – Rm. 408     Fee $60

Clay on the Potter’s Wheel
(Ages 8-14)
Instructor: D. McMullen
Have fun learning basic wheel-throwing techniques. Work on the potter’s wheel and create hand built projects using low-fire clay and stoneware clay. Projects will be finished with acrylic paints and a glaze. A $35 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first night of class
6 Thursdays   June 14 – July 26        5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
CRN 50397    Bldg. 3 – Rm. 103       Fee $46
(No class July 5)

Art Adventures Camp
(Ages 8-12)
Instructor: L. Lee
Join us for a thrilling exploration of the arts. You will be exposed to art history, famous artists and hands-on art activities. Explore a variety of materials and ways of making art including drawing, painting, mixed media and 3-D design.
A $40 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class.
Registration deadline: May 29
Mon. – Fri.     June 18 – June 22       10:00 a.m. – Noon
CRN 50398   Outreach – Rm. 204     Fee $62

Game Programming Camp
(Ages 13-17)
Instructor: D. Collins
Create your own games and even play against your computer! You’ll use GameMaker to create graphic-oriented computer games. Learn the objects needed to create games, such as sprites, behaviors, sound and collision detection. Concepts will be covered and introduced in an easy format as the class moves quickly.
Mon. – Thurs.  June 4 – June 7         12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
CRN 50399     Bldg. 1 – Rm. 313      Fee $150

Robotics Camp
(Ages 9-14)
Instructor: P. Blunt
Express your creativity and have fun learning technology and engineering skills while building a robot. Class is project-and team-based, providing training and experience in teamwork, project management skills, problem solving, mechanical and engineering design, and presentation skills. Cheer on your team members as you accomplish your project together. A $30 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class.
Mon./Wed./Fri.   June 18 – July 30       2:00 – 3:45 p.m.
CRN 50400        Outreach – Rm. 402    Fee $166
(No class July 4)

Introduction to Outdoor Adventure Sports
Instructor: B. Layer
Come on board and see how amazing life can be when you step out of your comfort zone and enter into an environment dedicated to the great outdoors. Become aware of the vast number of adventure opportunities available to you in the Quad- Cities area. Explore outdoor interests through hands-on coaching from this experienced instructor and adventurer. Gain a sense of awareness, respect and contentment for the outdoors. A $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class.
(Grade 7 – 9)
Mon. – Fri.        June 11 – June 15     8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
CRN 50402      Outreach – Rm. 204   Fee $85

(Grade 5 – 6)
Mon. – Fri. June 11 – June 15 10:00 a.m. – Noon
CRN 50403 Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $85

(Grade 3 – 4)
Mon. – Fri. June 11 – June 15 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
CRN 50404 Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $85

Intermediate Outdoor Adventure Education
Instructor: B. Layer
Put that controller down, get up off your couch, and come explore the wonders of nature. You will be provided with an in-depth look into the tools, skills and beliefs needed to enjoy outdoor adventures. The hands-on training will unleash skills allowing you to plan and find success in any nature escape. Learn a new appreciation and a deep sense of awareness, respect and contentment for the outdoors. The last day will be spent practicing new skills, such as pitching tents and will meet at the BHC hill located on the west side of Building 3. The exact location will be announced by the instructor. A $15 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first day of class.
(Grade 7 – 9)
Mon. – Fri.    June 25 – June 29        8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
CRN 50405 Outreach – Rm. 204      Fee $85

(Grade 5 – 6)
Mon. – Fri.    June 25 – June 29        10:00 a.m. – Noon
CRN 50406 Outreach – Rm. 204       Fee $85

(Grade 3 – 4)
Mon. – Fri.    June 25 – June 29        1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
CRN 50407 Outreach – Rm. 204       Fee $85

Explore Our Great Outdoors: Prairie Wildlife, Eagles, Birds, Monarchs, and More
(Grades 4-8)
Instructor: B. Motz
Bob Motz, a noted area naturalist, will provide a three-day virtual tour of our prairies, birds of our area, the Monarch butterfly life cycle, and much more. This exciting experience will show you how to identify plant and animal life in both tall and short grass prairies and will help you identify the distinguishing marks on eagles as you view them in their natural habitat this winter. Learn about area birds, how to attract them to feeders in your back yard, and understand why some “stay home” for the winter and others fly south. After learning about the Monarch butterfly life cycle, you can then raise them from egg or larva to adult and tag them to see if they get to Mexico for the winter.
Mon. – Wed.   June 11 – June 13     10:00 a.m. – Noon
CRN 50401     Bldg. 3 – Rm. 310     Fee $51

Renewable Energy-Wind Power (REWP)
(Grades 4-8)
Instructor: TBA
Exploration of modern energy sources differentiating between renewable and non-renewable energy will be discussed with a focus on wind energy and subsequent electricity production. Origin of wind and the relationship between natural science and technology will be highlighted. You will create a Vertical Axis Wind Turbine model that you can take home.
1 Tuesday      July 17                     10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
CRN 50408     Outreach – Rm. 204   Fee $20

1 Tuesday      July 17                      11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
CRN 50409    Outreach – Rm. 204     Fee $20

Gilbert Gyamfi

Gilbert Gyamfi just finished an outstanding career as an East Campus Men’s Basketball Team member.

Gilbert’s achievements were numerous. He was First Team All Arrowhead Conference both seasons as well as leading scorer in the league back to back years. He was First Team All Region 4 for the 2011-2012 season and was named NJCAA Division 1 Honorable Mention All American. Gilbert finished his career with 1057 points.

NSNA donated the items to the Stand Down, a non-profit organization that provides support for homeless veterans. The donations included deodorants, lotions, mouthwashes, shampoos, soaps, tissues, toothbrushes and toothpastes.

Pictured with some of the donations are nursing students Sara Limon of Silvis (left) and Stephanie Banks of Matherville (right).

Join us to kick off spring at both BHC campuses!

East Campus
Tuesday, April 24
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Quad area
Celebrate by showing off your vocal skills with karaoke and a live band! Feast on delicious snacks. If we get spring showers, we will take the festivities indoors! If there is inclement weather, the event will be in the cafeteria/Game Room.

Quad-Cities Campus
Wednesday-Thursday, April 25-26
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
NEW LOCATION – Building 4, second floor, Hawk’s Nest
You’re invited to participate in two days of fun, food and frolic. This year’s theme is “Peace, Love, Happiness,” a hippie/Woodstock celebration. Enjoy a live band and karaoke!

These events are sponsored by the Student Government Association.

There are many myths surrounding blood donations:

MYTH – I take a prescription medication so I cannot donate.
TRUTH – Most medications are acceptable, including high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid, anti-depressants and asthma and allergy medications.

MYTH – I have diabetes so I cannot donate.
TRUTH – All diabetics are eligible to donate blood, even if they require insulin injections.

MYTH –  I have high blood pressure so I cannot donate.
TRUTH – If you have high blood pressure, you should see your doctor and get it under control.  Once your blood pressure is under control, you can donate blood – even with your medication.

Save time and schedule an appointment by contacting Sally Doran at 309-796-5304 or dorans@bhc.edu. Walk-ins are always welcome. The last date to donate would have been Feb. 25.

Are your kids interested in building robots, creating art, exploring nature, making pottery, modeling, performing magic, programming video games and more? Check out camp options for ages 8-18 at Sun-Sational Youth Camps.

Summer Swim School classes for ages 4-15 are offered Monday-Thursday. Two-week sessions will be June 4-14, June 18-28, July 2-12 and July 16-26. Parents can choose from five time slots. For more information, visit www.bhc.edu/aquatic.

The Black Hawk College Youth Horse Judging Clinic will be Saturday, June 9. Topics will include note-taking skills, presentation skills, oral reasons, halter and reasons, Western pleasure and reasons, and halter under saddle and reasons.

Girls ages 8-14 can learn the fundamentals of softball June 11-14 from award-winning Black Hawk College softball coach Carrie Calderon and her players. For more information, visit www.bhc.edu/softball.

In the Warrior Basketball Camps, boys and girls in 3rd-8th grades can learn fundamental skills and shooting June 11-15 from 9 a.m. to noon (girls) or 1-4 p.m. (boys). For more information, visit www.bhc.edu/basketballcamp.

Know a high school girl interested in science, technology? The 7th annual Digital Divas Go Green – a technology camp for girls who have completed 8th-12th grades – will be June 12-14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit Digital Divas.

Program Contacts:
Quad-Cities Campus
Adebayo Badmos, 309-796-5280, adebayob@bhc.edu
Glenn Saddoris, 309-796-5283, saddorisg@bhc.edu

Students are introduced to the structures and properties of polymeric and composite materials. They learn about what synthetic polymers are and their chemistry. Classification of polymers and how they are altered chemically or with additives are studied. Laboratory procedures involving the processing, properties, and the manufacturing processes for polymeric and composite materials products are emphasized.

Course of Study Outline – (Credit Hours)
Courses
CHEM 101 — General Chemistry I (4)
MAST 101 — Introduction to Materials Science (3)
MAST 205 — Polymer and Plastics Technology (3)
MAST 206 — Composite Materials Technology (3)
MATH 123 — Technical Algebra/Trigonometry (4)

Minimum total hours required for certificate (17)

Sign up for Black Hawk College’s half-day class, “Business Etiquette: The Important Tips You Need to Know,” and learn tips on greeting, introductions, the handshake, business attire and body language.

Business Etiquette will be from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 12 at the Butterworth Center, 1105 8th St., Moline.

The class also will highlight a few countries and discuss the importance of understanding other cultures.

Cost is $69, which includes a buffet lunch. The registration deadline is Tuesday, April 10.

The class is sponsored by the Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at Black Hawk College and the Illinois Procurement Technical Assistance Center at Black Hawk College.

To register, call Black Hawk College at 309-796-5712.

Monday, April 23
Apply for immediate admission to St. Ambrose University during Admission on the Spot from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Monday, April 23 in the Transfer Center in Building 1.

Wednesday, April 25
Apply for immediate admission to Western Illinois University during Admission on the Spot from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 in the Transfer Center in Building 1.

Black Hawk College will provide official transcripts to St. Ambrose and Western at no cost to BHC students on the day of the event.

To set up an appointment with a St. Ambrose or Western representative, contact your BHC advisor or the Advising Center at 309-796-5101 or advqc@bhc.edu.

From left are Dr. Thomas Baynum, Black Hawk College president; Jane and Jon Wolf; Steve Spivey, president of the Black Hawk College East Foundation; Chanda Dowell, vice president for the East Campus; and Liz Breedlove, executive director of the Black Hawk College East Foundation.

On March 27, 2012, the Black Hawk College East Foundation honored professor emeritus Jon Wolf, inducting him into the Wall of Fame. Honorees have provided outstanding service and/or leadership to the foundation and/or the Black Hawk College East Campus as well as the community.

“There’s a building on the hill that stands now as a symbol – not a symbol of a man or a woman who in a moment in time either opened their wallet or who exercised political clout – but a symbol of how one man’s disciplined and tireless passion and career grew to become a shared passion among faculty and students for nearly 40 years … and counting,” said Chanda Dowell, vice president for the East Campus, referring to Wolf.

“It’s both a tale and a legacy grounded in passion – the very passion that has become the fabric of the East Campus culture and its reputation of excellence in equine programs and across disciplines,” she said.

Wolf was hired in 1974 to develop and implement a horse science program at the East Campus where he served as a faculty member for 31 years. He also created the college’s Horse Judging Team and developed it into a nationally recognized program before retiring and leaving it in the capable hands of his successors.

“On Sept. 20, 1974, we had three students in the horse science program,” Wolf said. Now – 38 years, thousands of students and numerous national horse judging team championships later – Wolf continues to support the college.

Outside the college, Wolf developed and promotes his own DVD horse judging instructional series to continue to educate interested people, serves in the Kewanee FFA Alumni Association and is an approved judge for the American Miniature Horse Association, the American Miniature Horse Registry and the Ponies of the Americas Club where he has judged nationally and internationally. He also has served as a 4-H leader and temporary ag teacher and FFA advisor at Kewanee High School.

In retirement, Wolf  has worked as a substitute teacher in local school districts where his skills as a grandfather carry him through a day as a kindergarten teacher or where his relational skills find him equally adept at managing a high school classroom. Wolf is the executive secretary of the Black Hawk College Agri-Business Club Alumni and has filled in two times as college recruiter during transition periods, inspiring potential students with his quiet guidance and encouragement.

“I have personally relied on Jon’s passion for and knowledge about Black Hawk College. When I became the vice president of the East Campus, Jon willingly sat down with me for lunch and talked through the history of how programs were developed and the future of where programs could go, mentoring me in that which I was entrusted to lead,” Dowell said.

Steve Spivey, president of the BHC East Foundation, said, “I’ve known Jon since I was a student here. He is a distinguished member of the faculty who has touched the lives of so many students and so many have gone on to serve this institution and themselves well.”

“Jon is an incredible part of the campus community,” said Dr. Thomas Baynum, recently hired president of Black Hawk College. “When you see him working with parents and students (thinking of coming to Black Hawk College), you see him connect with them on their level.”

“Tonight is dedicated to 38 years of students,” Wolf said. “They are the ones who inspired me to be a better teacher and a better coach.”

He said he has “enjoyed every minute” of 31 years of teaching, but said working as a part-time recruiter was his favorite job.

“Black Hawk College East Campus is an easy sell,” he said. “We have great facilities and an outstanding faculty, which makes it easy to meet prospective students.”

Wolf thanked Jane, his wife, for “almost single-handedly” raising their three daughters Julie, Jamie and Jackie (all are East Campus alumna) while he was away building a nationally recognized equine program.

He also thanked his early fellow ag staff members Lanny Anderson, Dan Hoge and Eldon R. “Bud” Aupperle for “showing by example.”

“They set the bar high and showed if you want students to give something to you, you first have to give something to them,” he said. Wolf also noted he was “especially proud” of the current equine teaching and coaching staff, Donna Irvin, Aaron Callahan and Drew Cotton.

The honoree also praised Liz Breedlove, executive director of the Black Hawk College East Foundation, for taking support of college programs to a new level with scholarships and assistance for classroom and coaching needs.

Black Hawk College East Foundation accomplishments

Breedlove said that since last year’s Wall of Fame reception, the BHC East Foundation has continued its mission by providing the following support to the East Campus:

1)      $6,000 in mini-grants for the science, equine and art departments for instructional materials and special projects to enhance the educational experiences of existing and prospective students.
2)      81 scholarship awards totaling $83,283 to 64 students for the 2011-2012 academic year. Thanks to the generosity of our benefactors, the BHC East Foundation currently maintains 68 scholarship funds with assets over $1.34 million. Two new scholarships – the Burns Grange 1839 Agricultural Scholarship and the Barbara J. Curran Golby CNA Scholarship – were awarded. In October 2011, more than $56,000 was raised from the Boot Scootin’ Barn Dance & BBQ, creating three new endowed and three new annual scholarships for the BHC Equine Program.
3)      More than $11,000 was raised through the e4e Employee Giving Campaign which funded new landscaping at the front entrance to the college as well as scholarships.
4)      $5,800 was contributed to the East Foundation from the 2011 Dave Lapan Golf Outing to the Dave Lapan Endowed Scholarship Fund for athletic scholarships.
5)      The Agri-Business Club Alumni affiliated with the BHC East Foundation making donations to the ABCA tax deductible under the foundation’s 501(c)(3) designation. This partnership will benefit both organizations through increased revenue opportunities in support of the ABCA and the BHC Agriculture Program. The ABCA raised nearly $4,000 from its annual banquet in February to support the needs of our ag departments.
6)      In November 2011, $7,500 in proceeds from the Livestock Judging Alumni Reunion was contributed to the BHC East Foundation for the purpose of supporting the Livestock Judging Team. The 2010 proceeds paid for their entrance fees and travel expenses associated with judging contests.
7)      Numerous facility improvements were made to Prairie Pointe Apartments and a formal resident assistant program was instituted in order to continue to provide safe, convenient and affordable housing to 83 East Campus students.
8)      The BHC East Foundation continues to lease farm land to the college for the Agronomy Lab and serves as co-trustee and beneficiary of the Walnut Ridge and Colgan Farm Trusts with a combined acreage of 240 acres in Henry and Stark counties.

“None of these things would have been possible without those honored on the Wall of Fame,” Breedlove said. “Past recipients have been successful businessmen and women, successful members of the faculty and successful members of the community, all chosen for their lasting and significant impact on the Black Hawk College East Foundation and/or East Campus.”

To be considered for the Wall of Fame or Distinguished Service Award, nominees must provide exceptional service to the BHC East Foundation and/or East Campus. In addition, they also meet one or more of the following criterion:

1)  Outstanding service and/or leadership in a community served by the East Campus;
2)  Outstanding service and/or leadership by a resident of the local community who has ties to the East Campus which significantly benefits the state of Illinois or the United States; and/or
3)  Noteworthy academic achievement or scholarship associated with the East Campus of Black Hawk College.

Since 1992, a total of 50 deserving, successful individuals and organizations have been inducted into the Wall of Fame or received the Distinguished Service Award.

For more information about the Black Hawk College East Foundation, contact Liz Breedlove, executive director, at 309-854-1715 or breedlovel@bhc.edu.