Compass

Columbia College–Orlando January Session course offerings

2009-11-20T14:22:00.001-06:00

Here is a listing of the January Session course offerings for the Columbia College–Orlando campus. Note: This course offering is subject to change at any time. ACC 281 Accounting II (Managerial) ARTS 112 Art and Ideas I BIOL 115 Intro to Environmental Science CISS 170 Intro to Computer Information Systems CJAD 301 Criminal Law CJAD 405 Laws of Criminal Evidence CJAD 425 Legal Research and Writing

Students ask “what if” with help from degree audit

2009-11-11T11:42:00.002-06:00

What if I change my major to accounting? What if I pursue a degree in criminal justice? How close am I to completing my degree in business administration? Currently students contact their academic advisors with these questions, but Degree Audit, a tool in eServices, gives students the power to answer these questions.Students who have started with Columbia College since August 2004 can access

Where to find campus closing information for Columbia College–Kansas City

2009-11-11T11:27:00.003-06:00

With winter quickly approaching, winter weather is becoming a concern for many students. We at Columbia College appreciate the safety of our students and will cancel classes if the weather is too hazardous for travel to and from the campus. Students have several options for learning about campus closings: • The television stations KCTV Channel 5 (CBS), KSHB Channel 41 (NBC), KMBC Channel 9 (ABC)

Hamilton Presents Health Economics Paper at Missouri Valley Economic Association

2009-11-11T11:19:00.003-06:00

Tim Hamilton, a member of the business faculty of Columbia College–Kansas City, was accepted as a presenter at the 46th annual meeting of the Missouri Valley Economic Association in Kansas City.The meeting took place Oct. 22 to 24 at the Marriott Country Club Plaza. Hamilton’s paper, “The Creation of a New Healthcare Currency and National Health Bank to Achieve Pareto Efficiency in Healthcare

Congratulations Columbia College–Lake County Graduates

2009-11-09T08:12:00.001-06:00

The Lake County staff and faculty would like to congratulate all of the October 2009 graduates: Baccalaureate degrees • Timothy Bowman – bachelor of science in business administration, majors in international business and management • Cassandra DeRohan – bachelor of science in business administration, major in management • James Deshazor – bachelor of science in business administration, minor in

Columbia College–San Luis Obispo Dean’s List

2009-11-06T08:54:00.004-06:00

Columbia College–San Luis Obispo Dean’s List Derek Carne Sonya Melendez Ronald Slaughter Shannon Strano Darren Threlkeld The Dean’s List is an honor accorded to students who achieve academic distinction. Students may be named to the Dean’s List if they complete a minimum of 12 semester hours of Columbia College coursework in two consecutive sessions (with a minimum six semester hours of

Columbia College-Lake County dean’s list

2009-11-06T08:53:00.000-06:00

Columbia College-Lake County dean’s list: Christine Andrade Polina Baklashev Cressida Bradshaw Traci Christopher Cora Colvin Rico Habersham Matthew Hansen Amber Hooven Michael Hoover Kimberly Leleniewski Kimberly Mannes Evangelia Mavrogiorgos Lisa Napoli Robert Paschke Mark Peperdine Scott Pounders Lisa Regnier Eric Rydberg Gerald See Teresa Sosnowski Steven Spring Scott

Columbia College-Lake County welcomes new students

2009-11-06T08:51:00.002-06:00

A new session means new students, and the Lake County staff and faculty would like to welcome all the students beginning their academic career with Columbia College in October: Katherine Acker – Great Lakes, IL Semaj Amen – Wadsworth, IL Brigette Arnall – Lake Zurich, IL Amber Arnold – Waukegan, IL Giannina Barnhouse – Round Lake, IL Steve Becker – Round Lake Beach, IL Timothy Bishop – Great

Columbia College-Lake County bids farewell to Lynn Blake

2009-11-06T08:49:00.000-06:00

On October 30 Columbia College-Lake County will lose a long-time staff member. After six years of service, Lynn Blake will be moving to Michigan to be with her fiancé. Lynn started with Columbia College in September 2003 as an administrative assistant. While assisting students with registration, financial aid, and a myriad of other duties, she also pursued her bachelor’s degree with Columbia

Patti Samsel

2009-11-06T08:43:00.002-06:00

Patti Samsel was recognized as a Columbia College “Senior Academic Adviser I” this past week.

Washington state governor signs proclamation

2009-11-06T08:38:00.000-06:00

Columbia College visits state capital for the signing of Veteran's proclamation.On Thursday, September 10th 2009, Columbia College was proud to attend a ceremony held at the state capital, as the governor of Washington State, signed a Veteran’s proclamation, in support of Washington States’ commitment to support United States Armed Forces Veterans in their pursuit of earning educational degrees.

Alumni update - Charles Thompson, bachelor of science in business administration

2009-10-05T16:28:00.001-05:00

Thompson earned his bachelor’s degree with Columbia College–Lake County in October, 2008. We caught up with him one year later to find out how he has benefited from his degree. Read the interview below to find out: 1)Why did you want to complete a bachelor’s degree? A bachelor’s degree is essential for a stable career path. Businesses have raised the bar in terms of education and I knew a

Alumni Update – Shamikia Furlow, bachelor of arts in criminal justice administration

2009-09-30T08:24:00.001-05:00

We interview Furlow one year after she received her degree to see how it had affected her life. Furlow earned her bachelor’s degree with Columbia College of Missouri–Lake County in October 2008. We caught up with her one year later to find out how she has benefited from her degree. Read the interview below to find out:1) Why did you want to complete a bachelor’s degree?My family and close

Columbia College–Marysville/Everett graduation photos

2009-09-14T10:10:00.010-05:00

Faculty Focus – Michael Nerheim, Criminal Justice Instructor

2009-09-11T11:12:00.002-05:00

A new instructor will be teaching at Columbia College–Lake County this October. If you are thinking about taking CJAD 352 Victims in the Justice System, take a few minutes to learn more about Michael Nerheim:1) Where are you from (original hometown)?I am originally from Waukegan, IL.2) Tell us about your family.I am married with three children. Our oldest son, Mason, is six years old, our

Cone receives Westling Scholarship

2009-09-09T10:44:00.002-05:00

Colby Cone is selected as a recipient of the Frank S. Westling scholarship. Congratulations to Cone, who was selected as a recipient of the Frank S. Westling scholarship here at the Columbia College–Patrick Air Force Base. The Frank S. Westling scholarship is named for a previous Dean of the Extended Studies Division. Dean Westling was a champion of the adult student and these scholarships are

New Campus Library Provides Valuable Resources

2009-09-04T11:04:00.000-05:00

On June 17, 2009, Columbia College–Kansas City began a new effort to enhance the campus: the creation of a lending library.The goal in developing this library is to provide students with resources for class assignment, supplementary reading, and personal enrichment. After many requests from students for access to a library, campus admissions manager Victoria Easley began compiling a variety of

Spotlight on Chris Lievsay

2009-09-04T10:58:00.001-05:00

Frank S. Westling Scholarship recipientIt is always nice to be recognized for your hard work and dedication to the things you enjoy doing. Last month I was privileged to have that opportunity and was excited to be awarded the Frank S. Westling Scholarship. For the past year and a half I have been a student at Columbia College completing my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. With only

Tips to reduce your test stress

2009-09-04T10:56:00.002-05:00

When midterm and final exams roll around, it’s easy to let the stress hinder your performance. However, if you follow these techniques, they will help you drastically reduce your anxiety so you can do your best during the test.Before the test:• Keep up on your classes every day to avoid last minute cramming.• Know where and when the test will be held, and know what resources you can bring with

Congratulations Columbia College–Lake County Graduates

2009-09-04T08:29:00.003-05:00

The Lake County staff and faculty would like to congratulate all of the July 2009 graduates:Baccalaureate Degrees• Nicole Alvarez – Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majors in marketing and management• Sadie Amatangelo – Bachelor of General Studies, minors in education and Psychology• Wayne Brooks – Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration• Anita Chapley – Bachelor of

Columbia College-Lake County welcomes new students

2009-09-04T08:11:00.005-05:00

A new session means new students, and the Lake County staff and faculty would like to welcome all the students beginning their academic career with Columbia College in the August Session: Sadiri Abitong – Great Lakes, Ill. Erwin Amar – Chicago, Ill. Cristina Andra – Mundelein, Ill. Kyle Antonacci – Great Lakes, Ill. Kathryn Ashlevitz – Gurnee, Ill. Carlos Aviles – Milwaukee, Wis. Christine

Record number attend graduation ceremony

2009-09-02T11:11:00.001-05:00

One hundred fourteen graduates participated in Columbia College–Lake County’s 21st annual commencement ceremony on August 15, 2009. Twenty-six associate degree candidates, 85 bachelor’s degree candidates, and 4 master’s degree candidates walked across the stage, to roaring applause, as each student was congratulated by Mike Randerson, vice president for Adult Higher Education, Stephen Stephany,

Columbia College–Elgin announces first human services graduate

2009-09-02T10:35:00.010-05:00

Remy Martin is the first graduate of Columbia College–Elgin's new human services department.Martin is a 2009 graduate from Columbia College–Elgin where he has earned a bachelor’s degree in human services, the first graduate in this new degree program at the Elgin campus. Martin began his undergraduate studies at Elgin Community College where he received an associate in applied science degree in

Moberly campus announces dean’s list

2009-09-02T10:06:00.001-05:00

Dr. Terry Smith, executive vice president and dean for Academic Affairs at Columbia College, announced that Christopher Scearce of Kirksville achieved the dean’s list for the March and June sessions. Scearce completed a minimum of six hours during each of two consecutive eight-week sessions with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Congratulations to Christopher for his strong academic performance!

Columbia College–Lake County bids farewell to Kathleen Kelly

2009-08-11T11:27:00.001-05:00

After six years of service, Kathleen Kelly has decided to retire to the warmer climate of southern Illinois. Trading the hustle and bustle of Lake County for the peace and quiet of the countryside, Kathleen and her husband, Jack, are looking forward to relaxing horse rides and swimming in their pond. “We are definitely sad to see her leave,” commented Campus Director Stephen Stephany. “She has