The Wild West Multiple Sclerosis Walkabout is a 50 mile 3 day walk along the trails of Fort Collins. Each walker is to raise a minimum of $750 through sponsorships. For information go to http://wildwestmswalkabout.org/. The IBMC team of walkers includes: Tom Goehring, Hideo Matsushita, Rick Jennings and Paul Anderson. To donate go to this team go to: http://www.active.com/donate/2010wwmsw/jonnygeewalkers.

Tom Goehring the Director of Technology Services at IBMC, has a direct interest in this foundation. His son Jonathan was stricken with MS several years ago. Jonathan has received several scholarships directly from the Center for Neurorehabilitation Services CNS Foundation, a beneficiary of this fundraiser.

Wild West MS Walkabout & Multiple Sclerosis Information:

The proceeds of the fundraiser Wild West MS Walkabout will be divided with 20% going to the support the local research and wellness programs of the Colorado Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS). Another 20% will support the Rocky Mountain MS Center. The mission of the Rocky Mountain MS Center is to help people living with MS and their families lead a quality life by providing individualized care, support, education and research.

The remaining 60% will go directly to people in need who live with MS providing items including medical equipment, environmental modifications, ramps, and mobility devices as well as therapy services not covered by other sources

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS consists of the brain, spinal cord, and the optic nerves.  Colorado has one of the highest prevalence rates of multiple sclerosis in the country. One in every 580 Coloradoans lives with MS. In fact, MS is ten times more prevalent in Colorado than it is in the South and the most commonly diagnosed neurological disease in adults ages 20-50. For more information about MS please visit the Rocky Mountain MS Center at www.mscenter.org and the National MS Society at www.nmss.org.

Kevin comes to IBMC with twenty years experience in sales and customer service.  He has held positions which include: Regional Sales Representative for Spectrum Salon Consultants, an Admissions Representative for Westwood College, and as Sales Representative for the Shane Company.  Kevin has a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska at Kearney.

In his new position Kevin’s responsibilities will entail interviewing and recommending prospective students for admission into IBMC programs of study. This includes the duties of evaluating and following-up with inquiries in addition to gaining referrals. His primary duties will involve enrolling and retaining students and to meet budget expectations.  Additionally, he will be involved in organizing and coordinating admissions events which include open house and orientations.  IBMC is pleased to welcome Kevin as the newest addition to the Longmont campus team.

Enjoy a spa-like experience through a variety of massage modalities such as:  Swedish, neuromuscular, deep tissue, and the IBMC signature massage.  Other specialty massages offered at the clinic will be: Prenatal/neonatal, sports massage, hot stone/ hydrotherapy, reflexology and chair massages.  Every experience will be tailored to fit each individual client’s needs. IBMC massage therapy graduates will be available for appointments at the new clinic, with hours from 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Monday through Friday and 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on Saturdays.  Julie McQueen the Regional Therapeutic Massage Clinic Director stated “We are really looking forward to filling a much needed niche in the community and to meet the people of Longmont!”

Look for the Longmont Therapeutic Massage Clinic specials during the Open House on September 9th 6:00-8:00pm!

IBMC Therapeutic Massage Clinic is a Member of the AMTA:

The IBMC School of Massage Therapy, is designated and a member of the AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association) Council of Schools. As a member, IBMC School of Massage Therapy is designated as a “School of Excellence”; having agreed to continue to maintain the highest standards in massage therapy education.

According to the AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association) and Studies at the NIH (National Institute of Health) an increasing number of research studies show massage reduces heart rate, lowers blood pressure, increases blood circulation and lymph flow, relaxes muscles, improves range of motion, and increases endorphins (enhancing medical treatment).  It decreases the effects of anxiety, tension, depression and pain. http://www.holisticonline.com/massage/mas_benefits.htm .

IBMC Student Therapeutic Massage Program Certified by the NCBTMB:

The IBMC Therapeutic Massage Clinic is a multiple purpose clinic for the education of and use by the therapeutic massage students and for the community seeking health through massage. The Massage Clinic is certified by (NCBTMB) National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.  NCBTMB National Certification Denotes the Following:

• Represents the highest professional credential in the field
• Denotes the mark of a true professional committed to safe and ethical practice
• Gains student graduates recognition, visibility, and credibility
• Increases massage graduates employment opportunities and mobility between states
• Allows reimbursement by various insurance companies
• Connects you to NCBTMB’s locator service for employers and consumers
• Provides reassurance to the consumer, the profession and the employer

IBMC Information:

IBMC delivers a wide range of professional life changing opportunities to promote personal, social and career development. We welcome a diversity of individuals and encourage life-long learning for success. For more information about IBMC educational programs at the Longmont, Fort Collins, Greeley or Cheyenne campuses, please call IBMC 800-495-2669 or go online www.ibmc.edu.

Rick has been an instructor at IBMC for over 10 years teaching paralegal courses as well as English, business and marketing classes. Rick is an Attorney with a Juris Doctor from Empire College in Santa Rosa, CA. and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wyoming.  He has practiced law in California and as a Paralegal in Colorado.

Rick will be instrumental in leading IBMC’s instructor team and in guiding our paralegal and business program students to success at the new Longmont campus. He will be a part of the exciting start up of the new branch campus in Longmont.

As a Medical Assistant Charissa has had practical experience in the fields of neurology and oncology at Cancer Center of the Rockies and Centennial Neurology. Charissa has held the position of Full Time Allied Health Instructor at IBMC for the past three years.

Charissa will be a part of the exciting opening of the new campus in Longmont. She will be instrumental in directing the IBMC instructor team and in guiding our Allied Health program students to success at the new Longmont campus.

Jarrod is a degreed IBMC graduate of the Allied Health Medical Assisting program. He has held positions within the United States Navy from a Leading 2^nd Class Hospital Corpsman to an Integrated Environmental & Safety Analyst at NORAD and Watch Specialist at NNMC. Additionally, he has held positions as a Fire Fighter for the town of Eaton and as a Lead Medical Assistant at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. He holds both military and civilian education and training certificates ie: Registered Medical Assistant, CPR/ 1st Aid Instructor, Emergency Medical Technician, FEMA Professional Development Series certified, NIMS Certified, Naval and numerous Norad-Northcom certificates.

Jarrod will offer in-depth knowledge and a great variety of medical and emergency preparedness experience to the Allied Health department and students at IBMC.

Mr. Valdes comes to IBMC with a distinguished academic CV with the following degrees: Doctorate in Education, Community College (Ph.D. Candidate) at Colorado State University; Master of Science Business Administration – Computer Information Systems at Colorado State University; Master in Computer Information Systems, University of Denver; Master in Telecommunications at the University of Denver; Master in Adult/Continuing Education and Higher Education at Colorado University; and a Bachelor of Arts, Spanish and Latin American Studies at Colorado State University.

As the Dean of Academic Services, Mr. Valdes will be responsible for the academic operational support of all IBMC’s programs, in addition to ensuring that the programs design and quality assurance procedures conform to organizational goals. The Dean of Education is to help support programs for student recruitment and assist with supporting innovation and excellence in teaching. Additional duties will include providing support, leadership, oversight and training at each of the IBMC branch campuses.

Mr. Valdes brings his substantial business acumen and accomplishments to his new position at IBMC. His mastery and leadership in tactical strategic planning, operations/project management, and technical training will benefit IBMC’s students and staff.

Mrs. Kearns stated, “I am very excited to be joining IBMC and am looking forward to working with the staff and students. I value the education provided to the students at IBMC and will be involved in facilitating the growth of the school.”

As the Fort Collins Campus Director, Mrs. Kearns will be responsible for the administration of all departments, managing the facility, and in the retention of students and staff. She will be involved in developing and growing the college and ensuring campus compliance within regulatory standards. Mrs. Kearns brings substantial education acumen and accomplishments to her new position at IBMC. Her mastery and leadership in strategic planning, fiscal management, retention and operations will benefit IBMC’s students and staff.

Steve Steele, President of IBMC stated “I am very pleased that Barbara Kearns will be stepping into the role of Campus Director. As we continue to grow as a college it is important that the Fort Collins campus has a leader who will foster the success of our students and staff.”

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What “take aways” did you get from Promise Phelon of UpMo?

• Your network is essential to your job search.
• Not all job opportunities are posted which is why word of mouth is key.
• Don’t wait until you are desperate for a job to start connecting with your network.
• Break down your network to determine who in it can be most helpful.
• Take the time to learn what people in your network need first and try to help them.
• Always be prepared for a job search by keeping your network up to date.

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This brief video tutorial shows you exactly where to find your settings and how to adjust them:

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Facebook is a social networking website launched in February 2004 and operated and privately owned by Facebook, Inc. Users can add people as friends and send them messages, and update their personal profiles to notify friends about themselves. Additionally, users can join networks organized by workplace, school, or college. The website’s name stems from the colloquial name of books given to students at the start of the academic year by university administrations in the US with the intention of helping students to get to know each other better. Anyone age 13 or older can become a Facebook user.

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