From the Desk of the Dean

Student Success

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 22:21:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

Triton College has a strong commitment to Student Success. As a result, we are always looking for ways to enhance our services and programs to support students in their learning process. What ideas do you have to improve or enhance services and programming within the Division of Academic Success? How can we strengthen our role on campus to ensure our impact on student success?

I am always open to new ideas, critical feedback, and suggestions that will elevate the quality of our services and programs. My door,mind and ears are always open to your feedback. Come visit and let's chat! Contact Claire Basile to set an appointment time at ext. 3464 or email me directly at dbanessk@triton.edu. I look forward to having many constructive conversations with the purpose of creating a stronger Division of Academic Success.

Debbie

Life Long Learners

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Fri, 04 May 2012 19:40:00 +0000

In the spirit of a community college advocate I am serving the role as a life long learner today. As I type this blog I am sitting in a hands on workshop about Google Apps. What an amazing tool! Today I learned how to link my phone, computer, laptop, and ipad for more effective use. Now I can take my documents anywhere and share them with colleagues so that I can stay on top of things. This is amazing!

I wonder how many of our students are already using these tools. I know that I struggle with keeping up on technology, it changes so quickly. But, I also understand that to effectively support student success I need to be able to meet the students where they are at and provide the tools and support necessary to move them toward successful retention and completion.

As we end this week I challenge you to reflect on your own knowledge skills, and abilities to meet students where they are at in their educational journey. More importantly, are you equipped with the tools and resources to help our students achieve success? If nit, how can I help you gain those tools and resources?

Have a great weekend!

Debbie

Updates and Announcements

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20:16:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

I hope everyone is enjoying this amazing spring weather! As we prepare for spring break I wanted to provide you with some important updates.

FACILITY HOURS-
The Library, ASC, ETRC, and SSS areas will be closed Saturday 3/17 due to power outages

Spring Break Hours
Monday 8am-5pm
*Tuesday Closed for Staff In-Service
*Wednesday 8am-5pm
Thursday 8am-5pm
Friday 8am-4pm

Please note that the A building will be experiencing internet and server outages on Wednesday 3/21.

FACILITY UPGRADES-
The Library lights over the first floor will be replaced during spring break. Electricians will be sectioning off areas of the library throughout the week to accomplish this project.

STAFF IN-SERVICE-
As you should be aware, the Division of Academic Success will be holding the spring semester in-service on Tuesday 3/20. Please review the agenda below and let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Full-time staff are required to work a full work day.

9:30am – 9:45am Welcome

9:45am - 10:00am New Staff Introductions

10:00am – 10:45am Team Building Exercise

10:45am – 11:00am Break

11:00am – 11:30am What’s New at Triton?

-Organizational Structure

-Departmental News / Announcements

11:30am – 12:00pm Student Success

*Achieving the Dream

-Completion Agenda

+Commit to Complete

12:00pm – 12:10pm Break to Get Lunch Provided*

12:10pm – 12:30pm Small Group Activity

*SWOT Analysis (Student Success)

12:30pm - 1:00pm Large Group Discussion / Sharing

1:00pm – 2:00pm Student Panel

2:00pm – 3:00pm Large Group Discussion

3:00pm – 4:00pm Department Break-Out

*This will be a working lunch. Food and beverage will be provided and all staff members are expected to remain on-site during lunch.

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I am looking forward to seeing everyone at the in-service!

Debbie

Institution Reorganization

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:50:00 +0000

Good Morning!

Yesterday President Granados shared several updates through her "From the Desk of the President" communication. Among those discussed, the President provided information regarding an institutional reorganization that impacts several areas of the College. The link below will provide you with the new organizational chart.

You will notice that Dr. Olson has assumed the position of Vice President for Student and Academic Affairs. To support his role, Dr. Martin has been named Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Mary-Rita Moore has been named Associate Vice President for Strategic Planning. Dr. Amanda Turner is now the Dean, Enrollment Services, and Sujith Zachariah is the Associate Dean for Enrollment Services.

As you will see in the organizational chart, the Division of Academic Success will report directly to Dr. Martin. This is an exciting change for all of us. Dr. Martin has an amazing dedication to the students, faculty, staff and community that comprises Triton College. He is a tremendous advocate for student success and will provide leadership for our area. I encourage you to reach out to him with your congratulations and create a welcoming environment during his transition into his new role.

The following is an excerpt for the President's Office communication including the linked referenced earlier. Please feel free to share and questions you may have.

Organizational Restructure

There has been an organizational restructure prompted by the recent announcement of the resignation of Vice President Latham. The new structure will allow for the institution to have one vice president to lead both the academic affairs and student affairs areas, which helps reinforce the integration of academics and student affairs. In addition, two additional associate vice presidents have been added to the structure to further support the vice president ensure all areas get the proper attention that is deserved. It is important to note that at this time internal appointments are best for the college due to the many other major changes currently taking place. As mentioned on President’s Corner today, there will be an Open House held on February 9, 2012 to allow for faculty and staff to meet the new leadership and learn more specifics on how the structure will work. Organizational Structure

Have a Great Day!

Debbie

Welcome Back

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:48:00 +0000

Good Evening!

It is great to see so much excitement on campus - student activities, enrollment, classes...I love this time of year!

I hope that all of you enjoyed your break and are ready to provide our students with the highest level of support this semester. Here are a couple of announcements that you may find helpful as we move through the start of spring 2012-

*Please make sure and wear your staff identification card at all times.

*Dr. Latham, Vice President for Academic Affairs has resigned and will be taking a new position at Governor's State University.

*The Library has taken on a new look for the start of the semester. The furniture and computers have moved around a bit, and new flooring will be installed in the front entrance area in April.

*All test proctoring services provided by the ETRC have officially transitioned to the new Testing Center located in A-122.

*iPad2 units are here and available to students in the ASC.

Please make sure that you are checking the President's Corner accessed through the intranet (trojans) daily. Dr. Granados makes important announcements through this venue that are vital to the day-to-day operations of the College.

Finally, Triton Today contained discount information for Boston Market - check out the e-mail and take a friend to lunch :-)

Have a great week!

Debbie

Semester Ending

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:24:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

I hope that you all had a chance to enjoy each other's company at the End of the Semester Celebration today. Thank you to Reginia Hughes, BriAnne Nichols, Hanan Merheb, and Dr. Dubravka Juraga for coordinating this wonderful celebration!

As we begin to close out the semester and our students slowly complete the remainder of their final exams I wanted to remind you of a few things-

1. The college will be closed from Friday 12/23 through Monday 1/2. All areas will reopen on Tuesday 1/3. Access to buildings during this time and will require Dean approval through the appropriate form prior to Monday 12/19.

2. In preparation for the campus closing please unplug all electrical devices within your workspace and secure all belongings. It is recommended that all staff take home personal belongings during this time.

3. The Division of Academic Success will begin intercession hours on Friday 12/16.

Thank you and have a great week!

Debbie

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:41:00 +0000

Good Morning!

Just a couple of quick announcements for this week!

Triton in the National Spotlight

Tomorrow, December 7th, representatives from the White House, U.S. Department of Education, and several Chicagoland interfaith groups will be on campus for a nationally broadcast discussion on President Obama's Interfaith and Community Service Campus Challenge. The event is being held in the "J" (Fine Arts) building from 10:30am-12:00pm. Please be prepared to help direct guests to the "J" building - they should be walked over if possible. For more information please click on this link - National Interfaith Community Discussion

Be Informed!

Please make sure and review the Triton College Master Plan Report now available. The link below will take you to the document. Triton College Master Plan Status Report

Join the Party!

Triton College is hosting the annual Snowflake Holiday Celebration on Friday, December 16th. For more information please visit the following link- Snowflake Holiday Celebration

Student Success

Triton College is committed to students success. We all work extremely hard to support our students in their educational endeavors. But, how do we know that our efforts are working? Check out the new Student Success Report that has been released by the Division of Research and Institutional Effectiveness.

The Triton College Library Annual Book Sale will end with Bag Day on Monday, December 5, 2011. The Library sponsors the Book Sale to promote the library campus and community, to encourage students to read for fun and research and to raise funds for the Library's Foundation account. Each year the Library uses proceeds to offer scholarships for students. Missed it this year? No problem it will be back next year!

Food Drive

The Library is working with the AAWCC to collect non-perishable food for some of our neighbors who may be struggling. A collection box is located in the Library where individuals are welcome to the donate until Wednesday, December 21, 2011. The food will be given to a local food pantry. Thanks for helping!!

Student Support Services Upcoming Events

December 7^th 3:00-4:00

Room A102

Finals Review Session for TRiO Participants

December 12^th, 13^th, 14^th

9:00-3:00 P.M.

Room Senate Chambers, B Building

Finals Review Session for all students- Event sponsored by Program Board, TRiO SSS, and the ASC

IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:10:00 +0000

All Triton College staff received an e-mail communication from VP Sean Sullivan regarding the completion of a REQUIRED conflict of interest form. You must completion this form and give it to your direct supervisor no later than Monday, December 19, 2011. If you need a copy of the form or have any questions please see your supervisor ASAP.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and cooperation in completing these forms.

Debbie

Are you in the loop?

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:55:00 +0000

Good Morning!

On my way into work I heard a news report regarding the weather forecast for this winter. I was hoping to hear that the Chicagoland area is expecting a mild winter with warm, sunny days...but that did not happen. Instead, the new reporter indicated that all meteorology reports indicate a very snowy winter this year - over 55inches of snowfall anticipated. The basis of the report was to inform the public that area officials have been meeting with internal and external agencies to ensure that everyone is prepared for inclement weather when it hits.

While none of us can be certain of Illinois weather, we can all do are part to make sure we are prepared for whatever comes our way. Here are some tips to ensure that you are in the "loop" in case of emergency weather delays or closings.

1. Participate in the College emergency notification system to receive e-mail, text and voice messages alerting you to campus closures, delays and emergency situations.

Triton College Emergency Notification System

2. Check with the "Know Before You Go" website.

Know Before You Go

3. Update your contact information with you supervisor. Each area has an emergency phone tree that is utilized during emergency closing or delays. Double check your information with your supervisor to ensure that you will be contacted in case of closure.

**No system is 100% successful - by using ALL THREE methods of notification you can save yourself time and frustration in the event of an emergency closing or delay.**

Finally, I am pleased to share that as of this post there are only

111 days, 7 Hours, 9 mins, and 33 secs until spring!

Countdown to Spring

Have a great day and enjoy the sunshine!

Debbie

Holiday Decorations - Must Read

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:57:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

A memo has been circulated by Human Resources regarding holiday decorations at the College. Please review the following message from Joe Kilinger-
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As a public institution it is important the a professional environment be maintained at all times. This is a friendly reminder that individual departments may not apply holiday decorations to any exterior/interior walls, windows, common spaces, or doors. In addition, decoration may not be hung from the ceiling.

Employees may decorate their desks or their personal office or cubicle spaces. Those decorations may not interrupt or interfere with the operations of the office.
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Thank you for your cooperation with this matter.

Debbie

Final Stretch

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:41:00 +0000

Good Morning!

Now that the holiday weekend is over we are heading into the final stretch of the semester. Please remember to do whatever you can to easy the stress for the students during this time. Below are some announcements about upcoming events/activities on campus-

College Hour Today!!!
Please plan on attending the College Hour today regarding the new ERP system. Implementing this system requires support from all members of the campus community -please come and learn about how you can support the transition! Click on this link for more details. college hour: the new erp

Flower Shop Sale
two-for-one sale at the flower shop

Winter Staff Part!
The College community invites all staff to attend the annual winter holiday party! Please click on the link below for more information.
You’re invited to Triton’s holiday party at Elmcrest banquets

Have a great week!

Debbie

Short Work Week

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:05:00 +0000

Good Morning!

Just a quick note to let all of you know how thankful I am to have such a great team in our Division. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to student success is evident on a daily basis. I appreciate you and all that you do for the Triton College community.

Debbie

Celebrate Veterans!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:26:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

Tomorrow is Veteran's Day! In celebration of those that protect our country several businesses are offering specials for veterans and active service members. Please share with someone you know!

2011 Free Veterans Day Meals

Applebee’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11: Last year, Applebee’s served 1,024,000 million free meals to military veterans and active servicemembers. Applebee’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veteran’s Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2011. There will be 7 entrées to choose from. Military ID or proof of service required. Find locations at http://applebees.com/.

Chili’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals. This offer is available during business hours on November 11, 2011 at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. Visit their website to find locations.

Golden Corral – Free meal, Monday Nov. 14: The 10th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants nationwide. The free “thank you” dinner is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner. For more information visit http://www.goldencorral.com/military/.
Special thanks to Golden Corral: To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.5 million free meals and contributed over $4.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.

Hooters – Free Meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Hooter’s is serving up a free meal to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Choose one of the new specialty items on the Hooter’s menu. Offer valid at participating Hooters only; open to all active duty and military
veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service. Drink purchase required. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com.

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Friday November 11th. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 13, 2011: McCormick & Schmick’s is celebrating their 13th annual Veteran’s Appreciation Event on Sunday, November 13th. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée. Veterans must provide proof of military service. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s as this is valid at participating restaurants only. Also, Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended. For more information visit: M&S Veterans Appreciation Event.

Outback Steakhouse – A week of Free Bloomin’ Onions and Cokes Monday Nov. 7 – Friday Nov. 11. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola product during the week leading up to Veteran’s Day. This offer is available to Military Personnel who have one of the following forms of identifications: U.S Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), DD form 214 Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW), Photograph in Uniform, Wearing Uniform. For more information, visit, http://outback.com/companyinfo/veteransday.aspx.
The Outback understands commitment. For the past two years, The Outback, with the help of their patrons, has donated $2 Million to Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization providing everyday and emergency support for active troops, wounded warriors and their families.

Subway – Free Six Inch Sub. Select Subway locations offer a FREE six inch sub to military veterans on Veteran’s Day. However, Subway restaurants are franchises, so this offer may not be available everywhere. Please call ahead.

Texas Roadhouse – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Offer varies by location; our local Texas Roadhouse is offering a free meal from opening until 4pm. Other locations may vary in offer, hours, or availability. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Buy one get one free Nov 11-14. At participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID. November 11-14.

Uno Chicago Grill, Friday, Nov. 11. Uno’s is offering a free entree or individual pizza with a purchase of an entree or pizza of equal or greater value. Offer good for all military for veterans and active duty military. ID or proof of service required: Show up in uniform (if your service permits), provide military ID, show a picture of yourself in uniform, or have other ID showing proof of service. More info here.

Home Depot and Lowes Coupon Updates
Update: Home Depot and Lowes 10% Military Discount Available Everyday.

Home Depot: The Home Depot(R) is offering all active duty personnel, reservists, retired military, veterans and their families a 10 percent discount off their purchases in honor of Veteran’s Day. The offer is valid on purchases of up to $2,000 for a maximum of $200 and is available at The Home Depot stores, The Home Depot Design Center locations, Yardbirds and EXPO Design Center(R) locations. The 10% discount is available everyday for active duty and retirees, but not all veterans. Home Depot makes this offer available to all veterans on most military holidays. You can also find Home Depot discounts online.

Lowes: Lowe’s Companies, Inc. will offer all active, reserve, honorably discharged, retired military personnel and their immediate family members a 10
percent discount on in-store U.S. purchases made during the Veterans Day holiday. The discount is available Nov. 7 – Nov. 11. The discount is available on in-stock and special order purchases up to $5,000. To qualify, individuals must present a valid military ID or other proof of service. Excluded from the discount are sales via Lowes.com, previous sales, and purchases of services or gift cards. Like Home Depot, Lowes offers this discount daily to active duty military members, but not to veterans. However, they extend the offer to military veterans on military holidays. You can also find exclusive discounts at Lowe’s.com.

Free Park Admissions for Veterans Day
Anheuser-Busch Parks. Anheuser-Busch Parks offers Active Duty Service Members free admission for them and up to 3 dependents to any of their parks once a year. Throughout 2011, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission. The Here’s to the Heroes program is only available to Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman. Eligible parks include: Adventure Island, Busch Gardens (Tampa Bay or Williamsburg), SeaWorld (Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio), Sesame Place, and Water Country USA. Not valid at Discovery Cove and Aquatica. Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not included as part of this program. For more information and to register, visit: Free admission summary, and ticket application.

Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission. Colonial Williamsburg offers free weekend-long admission tickets to active-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans, and their immediate dependents from Friday, Nov. 11
through Sunday, Nov. 13th. The complimentary ticket incudes admission to Colonial Williamsburg exhibition sites, art museums, and most daytime programs, as well as free parking and use of the shuttle bus system. Tickets are only available at on-site ticket sales locations. Tickets are also available to families of deployed servicemembers. Tickets available on the following dates: Nov. 11-13.

Historic Jamestowne – Free Admission. The National Park Service commemorates Veterans Day with Fee Free days at Historic Jamestowne November 11-13. Free admission for everyone. See events calendar.

Knotts Berry Farm Military Tribute Days – Free Admission. Knott’s Berry Farm has an annual Military Tribute event in which they offer military members past and present by offering free park admission. This year the Military Tribute Days run from November 1 – 24 November (Thanksgiving Day). Veterans or current serving military personnel plus one guest get in FREE with proper ID presented at Knott’s turnstile (DD214, Veterans Administration Hospital ID or Active Military Service ID). Purchase up to six additional tickets for just $17 each. More info.

Fee Free Day at National Parks. To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that areas managed by the National Park Service would not charge entrance fees for Veteran’s Day weekend – November 11-13, 2011. Over 100 national Parks will be participating in this event.

San Jacinto Monument and Museum (La Porte, TX). November 7-13: Free admission to the theatre, Observation Floor, and (on November 12-13) the special exhibit to all veterans and their families. More info.

Bed and Breakfast for Vets - In the third year of the program, B&Bs for Vets has organized over 485 (and counting) participating Bed and Breakfasts and Inns across the US and Canada which will be offering veterans a free night’s stay on November 10th, the night before Veterans Day. This offer is available to both active duty military members and veterans with ID, but space is limited. Each Inn and B&B has at least one
room available for this promotion and reservations must be made directly through the participating Inns and B&Bs. For more information visit B&Bs for Vets.

Free Hugo® Canes for Veterans - Sam’s Club® locations nationwide will distribute 36,000 Hugo® canes free of charge on November 9th, 10th, 11th, 2011 to U.S. military veterans in need of mobility assistance. Limited quantities available, while supplies last. Sam’s Club® Membership is not required, but proof of military service may be required. For more information, visit HugoSalutes.com.

Other Veteran’s Day Discounts
Free Car wash. Thousands of car washes around the country are offering vets a free car wash on Veterans Day. Find a list at Grace for Veterans, which helped veterans receive 101,537 FREE Washes on Veterans Day in 2010.

Amazon.com – Discount “Veterans Day Honor” MP3 album download. This downloadable album includes 12 songs as performed by the military bands and ensembles of the U.S. Armed Forces. Visit Amazon on Veteran’s Day to download the album.

Netflix – One Month Free Trial.

Sport Clips – FREE haircut to active-duty military & veterans. Offer only available at select locations. Please call to verify local participation.

Tim Hortons – all US locations are offering a free donut to all veterans (check out the Star Spangled donut!).

TEST - National Emergency Broadcast System

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:19:00 +0000

Please be aware FEMA, DHS, and FCC will conduct the first national test of the Nationwide Emergency Alert System (EAS) today. This nationwide three-minute test is the first of its kind designed to broadcast a nationwide message to the American public and will kick off at 1:00 p.m. The test will run concurrently on all radio and TV band stations and across all time zones. Additional information is available regarding this test at FEMAs website

Great Team Work!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 19:44:00 +0000

Just a quick note of thanks for the amazing team work displayed by all areas of the Division during the fire alarm today. Fortunately this was a false alarm. However, it did give us an opportunity to see our response during a perceived emergency. Needless to say, I was very proud of our ability to evacuate our areas in such an efficient manner. Thank you for your leadership and dedication to keeping our students, faculty and staff safe while in our facilities!

Debbie

Weekly Announcements

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:25:00 +0000

Good Morning!

I am pleased to see the expansion of "followers" on this blog - thank you! Here are some announcements for this week.

Library
Some of you may have seen several people looking at the floor in the front of the Library over the past few weeks. I am pleased to say that the main entrance of the Library will be getting new flooring and a much needed upgrade in the coming months. Stay tuned for more updates on this project.

The Annual Library Book Sale is here! The Sale begins November 28th and runs through December 5th - please help spread the word!

Academic Success Center
iPad2 units have arrived!!! Students can check out iPad2 units for use in the ASC as an alternative tool for supporting learning needs. For more information please contact Hanan Merheb, Director of the ASC at ext. 3573.

ETRC
The ETRC is revamping the support materials for distribution to students taking online courses. The College recently upgraded to a new version of BlackBoard and the ETRC is finding new ways to support student success in these courses.

Thank You!!!
Thank you to all of the staff within the Division that participated in the Completion Agenda kick-off event. It was also great see so many people at the President's Reception. Thank you!

Triton Trojans
Please support our student athletes by attending an upcoming event-

Men's Basketball -

Tue.	Nov. 15	McHenry	River Grove, IL	7 p.m.
Thu.	Nov. 17	Morton	River Grove, IL	7 p.m.
Tue.	Nov. 22	Olive-Harvey	River Grove, IL	7 p.m.

Women's Basketball-

Sat.	Nov. 12	Judson University (JV)	River Grove, IL	1 p.m.
Tue.	Nov. 15	McHenry	River Grove, IL	5 p.m.

Trojan Pride!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:57:00 +0000

Triton College Men’s Soccer Team Wins Fourth Straight Region IV Championship

The Triton College men’s soccer team’s dominance of Region IV continued Oct. 26 in Buffalo Grove. The Trojans won their fourth consecutive regional crown in their 2-0 win over Joliet Junior College.

The current Triton run of championships equals the school record for consecutive titles achieved previously from 1985-1988.

The Trojans, 15-1, are one win away from returning to the NJCAA Division III National Tournament in Herkimer, NY, and will travel to Coon Rapids, Minn., to face Anoka-Ramsey Community College for the District C Championship this Saturday at noon.

These two teams are no strangers to one another as Triton defeated Anoka-Ramsey 3-0 in last year’s district final.

“It’s a great accomplishment to win four region championships in a row,” said assistant coach Piotr Sliwa. “However our work is not done. We’ll have a challenging game in Minnesota and need to continue to play good team soccer if we want to achieve our ultimate goal and that’s to make it back to New York for nationals.”

Early on in the clinching win over Joliet, the two teams played at a high pace but had difficulty generating many scoring chances in the unseasonably chilly conditions. But the Trojans offense hit the jackpot with their only goals coming in a 90-second span midway through the first half.

Dawid Wisniewski (East Leyden) scored the first tally off an assist from Gewargis Samuel (Mather) in the 23rd minute. Seconds later Dimitrios Floros (Truman Middle College) struck from 25 yards from Samuel Samuel (Mather) to give Triton all the offense they needed.

Goalkeeper Jorge Perez (East Aurora) made the lead stand up by recording his fifth straight shutout. The Trojans have not allowed a goal since their only loss of the season to Milwaukee Tech on Oct. 5. Triton has outscored their opponents 15-0 during this stretch.

After the victory, head coach Tom Cholewa was awarded Region IV Coach of the Year and Dimitrios Floros was named Region IV Tournament Most Valuable Player.

For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.

Germs Are In The Air!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:48:00 +0000

Happy Thursday!

Fall is here, the cold weather is coming and so are the germs! Many of us have been fighting cold/flu symptoms which is a great reminder of what lies ahead. Please make sure that you are taking great care of yourselves, wash hands, cover mouths and stay healthy! If you area needs more hand sanitizer please let me know - we can work to get you more.

Thanks again for all of your hard work - I am inspired everyday by your dedication and commitment to our students.

Debbie

Triton College Needs Your Support!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:18:00 +0000

The College will be hosting several events this week including-

The Completion Agenda Kick-Off

Wednesday, October 26th 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Student Center. Participation is STRONGLY encouraged! We need to demonstrate our commitment to Student Success and Completion!

The Completion Agenda Webinar

Wednesday, October 26th 3:00pm-4:00pm in Parachutes (Student Center). Come learn all about the Completion Agenda and how it can help support student success.

“I Am” Movie Event

The theme of the movie coincides with the theme of the book. The movie is an engaging documentary that poses two practical and provocative questions: what's wrong with our world, and what can we do to make it better? Run time is 77 minutes with discussion to follow. Visit http://iamthedoc.com for preview information. Movie will be shown in the Robert Collins Theater.

Show times:

Thursday 11/3 @ 1:00pm - 3:00pm;
Sunday 11/13 @ 2:00pm - 4:00pm;
Monday 11/28 @ 2:00pm – 4:00pm

President's Reception

The Annual President's Reception will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 2nd. For more information click the link http://online2.triton.edu/docs/2011PresRecepinvite.pdf

Have a GREAT week!

Debbie

New Week - New Followers!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 19:06:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

As promised, I have taken the names of the blog's 7 "followers" and selected one person to receive a small token of appreciation for supporting the Dean's Blog. The winner is...

BriAnne Nichols

BriAnne is the Director for SSS and is one of seven staff that has supported the new blog by becoming a follower. I appreciate BriAnne's efforts and those of the other six followers (Cynthia Romanowski, Blanca Gutierrez, Reginia Hughes, Claire Basile, Maggie Duran, Daisy Dujua). I am somewhat disappointed in the level of response that the blog is getting so I have decided to "up the ante". The department within the Division of Academic Success that can get the highest percentage of staff to "follow" the blog will get a special afternoon treat. The deadline to "follow" is November 30th at noon.

Debbie

Holiday / Winter Break / Intercession Hours

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:37:00 +0000

Area Supervisors should be working with staff to post signage regarding the following special, holiday,

and intercession hours for the Division of Academic Success.

Thanksgiving Break

Wednesday 11/23 - 8am - 5pm

Thursday 11/24 - Closed

Friday 11/25 - Closed

Saturday 11/26 - Closed

Sunday 11/27 - Closed

*Monday 11/28 resume regular hours

Finals Week 12/12-12/15

REGULAR HOURS

Winter Intercession

Begins Friday 12/16 through Thursday 1/19

Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm

Friday 8am-4pm

Sat/Sun Closed

College Closed 12/23 – 1/2

**Full-Time employees report back to work on Tuesday 1/3**

New Employee Spotlight - Maggie Duran

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:16:00 +0000

Maggie Duran is the newest addition to the Triton TRiO Student Support Services team. She has been a student at Triton for two years. Within that time, she has been a part of the Latin American Student Organization and Program Board along with volunteering her time in the Student Life Office. Maggie is working on her Associates in Arts degree with a concentration in Community studies. She will then transfer to North Park University into their Non-Profit Management Program. Maggie was in the inaugural cohort of our TRiO program last year and is excited to bring those experiences as a Mentor in the program.

**Remember - if you would like to recognize a staff member within the Division of Academic Success please contact me.**

Are you a Follower???

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:31:00 +0000

Good Morning!

In an effort to encourage all Division of Academic Success to engage in this blog, I am hosting a raffle for all of my "followers". Any staff member that signs up to follow this blog by October 24th at noon will be eligible to win a small token of my appreciation. If this works, I may continue to randomly select winners each month. Stay tuned!

Debbie

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 22:32:00 +0000

Please be advised that on

MONDAY, OCTOBER 17th

Triton College will be hosting a luncheon for our State Legislative Leaders on campus. The luncheon will conclude with a tour between 12:15pm - 2:00pm of all areas within the Division of Academic Success.

PLEASE make sure that your areas are clean, and that you are representing yourself, your area and the Division in a manner that exceeds expectations.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued dedication to student success.

Debbie

Training Opportunity!

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Deborah Baness King) — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:41:00 +0000

Please see the message below about this unique training opportunity- This message is from Bill Justice.

I will be conducting free incident command classes here at Triton. The primary audience is the police department and river grove select command personnel. This class is required for those individuals to function in there capacity, and to ensure they can continue to receive federal funds.

This class is also applicable and highly suggested for public school officials to have, that would be in any command or authority position during a crisis or emergency. With my dealings and knowledge of how we as a school would respond to an emergency, below are the administrators and personnel, I would recommend or encourage to do this training. These dates are for October only, I will try to set up 1-2 more classes in November. If anyone wants to do the training but cannot make the dates please have them

contact me. I can probably work something out, so they get the training. Also please have all that are going to attend to let me know which dates they will be in attendance.

It is a 2 class program, 300 (expanding incident management) & 400 (advanced incident command and operation)

President

Vice Presidents

AVP (that would have any dealings with a crisis at minimum to include finance, marketing, and facilities) Dean's (that serve in the capacity of the evening administrator)

Crisis team

10/12-300 class 9 am

10/19- 400 class 9 am

10/24- 300 class 9 am

10/27- 400 class 9 am

Class should last 3-5 hours, if an attendee needs to leave prior to the end that is okay.

Bill

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Institution Reorganization

Welcome Back

Semester Ending

IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ!!!

Are you in the loop?

Holiday Decorations - Must Read

Final Stretch

Short Work Week

Celebrate Veterans!

TEST - National Emergency Broadcast System

Great Team Work!!!

Weekly Announcements

Trojan Pride!!!

Germs Are In The Air!

Triton College Needs Your Support!

New Week - New Followers!

Holiday / Winter Break / Intercession Hours

New Employee Spotlight - Maggie Duran

Are you a Follower???

***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT***

Training Opportunity!

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT