SUMMER SEMESTER MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY 9TH EDITION $50.00, cpo263@email.vccs.edu or christineskio@yahoo.comor text - 910-964-1138 Christine Okrasinski

GREGG COLLEGE KEYBOARDING & DOCUMENT PROCESSING, 11^TH EDITION (Kit 3, with text/MS OW Man/Access, lessons 1-120). Excellent condition for $50.00. All you need is the GDP Online Software Registration Card available at bookstore. OFFICE PROCEDURES & THEORY- Excellent condition. $40.00. COLLEGE SUCCESS SKILLS- Good condition. $20.00. Contact Leane at lhb222@email.vccs.edu

GREGG COLLEGE KEYBOARDING & DOCUMENT PROCESSING, 11^TH EDITION (Kit 3, with text/MS OW Man/Access, lessons 1-120). Excellent, like new condition for $80.00. All you need is the GDP Online Software Registration Card available at bookstore. Contact Robert at rwg2221@email.vccs.edu

10 Wk Regular Session~ May 22

5W1 Session ~  May 20

5W2 Session ~ June 27

Last Date to Drop and Receive a Refund

10 Week Regular Session ~ May 28

5W1 Session ~ May 21

5W2 Session ~ July 1

Last Day to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty

10 Week Regular Session ~ June 29

5W1 Session ~  June 6

5W2  Session ~ July 15

Wednesday, May 8^th at 2:00 p.m.

Monday, May 20^th at 10 a.m.

Tuesday, May 21^st at 2 p.m.

Open enrollment is May 1^st – May 24^th for a July 1, 2013 effective date.  During open enrollment you may:

• Do nothing if you are happy with your health care election and/or do not want a flexible spending account (FSA) or wish not to continue a FSA into the next plan year.
• Initially enroll in a health care plan.
• Waive coverage.
• Add or remove eligible dependents.
• Change your health care selection(s).
• Enroll initially into a flexible spending account (FSA) or continue your participation in a FSA for the next plan year.

Elections can be made by either completing an enrollment form or making your changes online by using EmployeeDirect:

• Enrollment forms may be accepted by VWCC Human Resources no earlier than May 1^st and not later than 5 p.m. on May 24^th.
• Online changes in EmployeeDirect may be made no earlier than May 1^st and prior to midnight on May 24^th.  If you chose to utilize EmployeeDirect it is strongly encourage that you make your changes early to avoid potential software outages that would prevent you from making a change.

If you have any questions, please contact Denise Schuh at 857-7962 or dschuh@virginiawestern.edu.

We are asking for your help.   When you turn off the computer, please ALSO touch the "Shutdown" button on the touch panel, and confirm that you want to shutdown by touching the word "Yes" when prompted.  This will turn off the projector. Simply turning off the computer results in a "black" screen, but this is not the same as the projector being off.

The Media Geeks are asking that you visually confirm that you have turned off the projector by looking at the projector and confirming that  the only colored light on the projector is amber.   If you see a green light next to the word "Lamp" on the projector, it is likely that the projector lamp is still on.

Thank you all for your help!

Are you ready for the new plan year that begins July 1, 2013?  The following are summary highlights of the most significant changes:

Change #1:  Anthem will administer not only COVA Care, but now will also administer pharmacy and behavioral health benefits.  (Medco and ValueOptions will no longer be vendors.)

Action: 

• New cards will be mailed to participants.  Shred your old card on July 1^st and be sure to present your new health care card to all providers (doctors, pharmacies, etc.).
• If you have a prescription mail-order, contact Anthem on July 1^st to provide payment information.  Your prescription will transfer unless it is a Class II controlled substance.  Prior authorizations will be honored for 90 days.
• Check with your pharmacy and behavioral health providers to ensure that they are in network.

Change #2:  The basic dental plan will only provide coverage for preventative and some diagnostics services.  Primary care coverage has been moved under the expanded dental plan.

Action:  If you need to have coverage for yourself and/or family that includes primary care services such as fillings, periodontal work, root canals, simple extractions, and minor oral surgery, etc., you must sign up for expanded dental during open enrollment.

Change #3:  Premium Rewards are being offered to employees and/or their covered spouses that complete an online health assessment during open enrollment.  Continuation of the Premium Reward occurs in the fall between August 1 and October 31^st by the completion of a biometric screening.  There will be a $34/month reduction in premiums if both the employee and covered spouse complete the assessment.  Otherwise, there will be a $17/month Premium Reward if the employee or covered spouse completes the requirement.

Action:  Visit www.myactivehealth.com/COVA and complete your online health assessment.  Currently covered spouses visit the same website and will use the employee’s 9 digit COVA ID and employee’s name as it appears on the current health care card.  Spouses and employees not yet enrolled will need to contact Active Health at 866-938-0349 to complete the assessment.

Change #4:  Beginning July 1^st, the Flexible Reimbursement Accounts (FRA) will be administered by Anthem.  The maximum medical FRA is limited to $2,500.  Dependent FRA maximum remains unchanged. (WageWorks® is no longer the FRA provider.)

Action:  If you want to initially enroll or continue a FRA you must sign up during open enrollment.  Be sure to work with WageWorks® for reimbursements in the July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013 plan year.  You have until June 30, 2013 to spend monies set aside in this plan year and from July 1, 2013 until September 30, 2013 to file for reimbursement.

Change #5:  A new health plan will now be offered called COVA HealthAware administered by Aetna.  COVA HealthAware is a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) that provides pre-funding for both you and/or a covered spouse to help offset the deductible you must meet before the plan begins to pay.  You and/or a covered spouse may also participate in the Premium Rewards and earn additional pre-arranged funding by completing “Do Rights”.

Action:  If you would like more information on this plan, visit www.covahealthaware.com.  If you would like to enroll in this new plan you must do so during open enrollment.

To learn more about these and other changes to your benefit plans, participate in one of the following Open Enrollment Benefits Informational Sessions:

May 20, 2013

Human Resources Training Room

10:00 a.m.

May 21, 2013

Human Resources Training Room

2:00 p.m.

You may also contact Denise Schuh at 857-7962 or dschuh@virginiawestern.edu.

• Are you setting realistic goals for key life events and retirement?
• Can you better balance your spending priorities to help you save more for your financial goals?
• What investment mix and strategy is best for you to increase your portfolio’s potential, including protecting against cost-of-living increases?
• What retirement income options best fit your situation?

This individual counseling session will help you simplify your retirement by:

• Consolidating your retirement accounts to make managing your holdings easier, particularly when it comes to tax preparation.
• Reviewing your retirement income options to provide you with the most flexibility possible.

Individual Counseling Session

Thursday, May 23, 2013

2:00 – 5 p.m.

Fishburn Hall, Human Resources Testing Room, Ground Floor

To make an appointment, RSVP as soon as you can by registering at www.tiaa-cref.org/letstalk1  or 866-843-5640 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).

• Grand Opening Weekend of Sunken City Brewery (10am – 5:30pm) @ Sunken City Brewery. For more - https://www.facebook.com/events/298943040237537/?ref=2
• Free Weekly Beer Tasting (5pm – 8pm) @ Wine Gourmet o Grandin Chillage (6pm – 10pm) @ Grandin Village. For more information visit - https://www.facebook.com/events/160017827498939/?ref=2
• Salem Red Sox vs. Frederick Keys (7:05 pm – 10pm) @ Lewis Gale Field. www.salemredsox.com

Saturday, May 18, 2013

• Physicians on Foot (8:30am) @ The Greenway in front of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital § Numerous Carilion Clinic physicians are lacing up their walking shoes alongside the public in the "Physicians on Foot" weekly walking program. For info - www.carilionclinic.org/walking o Local Colors Festival (10am– 5pm) @ Elmwood Park. The Local Colors Festival highlights the ethnic and cultural diversity of the Ranoke Valley. For More info - http://www.downtownroanoke.org/do/local-colors-festival-2013
• City Market Saturdays (11am – 2:30pm) @ Downtown Roanoke § For more info - www.downtownroanoke.org  
• Free Weekly Wine Tasting (12pm – 5pm) @ Wine Gourmet
• BBQ at Sedalia (12pm– 6pm) @ The Sedalia Center § BBQ tasting and competition. For More info – www.sedaliacenter.org  
• Vinton Wine & Food Festival (1pm– 6pm) @ Front Lawn of The Vinton War Memorial § Wine & Food festival to celebrate Virginia wines and local chefs. For more info - www.vintonwinefestival.com  
• Bluegrass on the Market (6pm– 10pm) @ Salem Farmer’s Market. Bluegrass Jam. For More info - http://home.comcast.net/~bluegrass-in-roanoke/site/?/home/
• Salem Red Sox vs. Frederick Keys (6:05 pm – 9pm) @ Lewis Gale Field § www.salemredsox.com
• Puppy Love Ball (6:30pm – 11pm) @ The Shenandoah Club • Elegant dinner/dance fundraiser for the Roanoke Valley SPCA. For more info – www.rvspca.org

Sunday, May 19, 2013

• Salem Red Sox vs. Frederick Keys (6:05 pm – 9pm) @ Lewis Gale Field. www.salemredsox.com

Monday, May 20, 2013

• Monday Fun-Day! (6pm - ???) @ 202 Market • Come out and start off the week the right way with a drink and some good food. This is a great way to meet new people and hang with old ones. For more info hit me up. For more info about this group - http://on.fb.me/IdeWTZ 

The GILES COUNTY AUTISM FOCUS GROUP (GCAFG) is hosting the film screening of The Story of Luke.  It will be held at the Carmike 10 - Tanglewood Mall in Roanoke on June 5 at 7:30pm.  The film is about a young man with Autism who must survive in the world on his own.  This is the first time this movie will be shown on the big screen in Southwest Virginia.  The film is rated PG so children may attend.
We must sell 84 tickets in order to have this event and to receive any donations that are made.  Please share this email and invite your friends! Make sure to reserve your tickets by May 29.  Tickets are $12, which goes to the theatre and the company who has the rights to show the film.  When you reserve your tickets you will be given an option to make a donation to our group.  A donation is not required to attend the event. A member of the GCAFG will introduce the film.  After the movie has finished, a representative from the Virginia Tech Autism Clinic or Virginia Tech Center for Autism Research will speak briefly. To reserve your tickets and find out more information about this exciting event go to http://www.tugg.com/go/bvfmhk. For more information on other events, view our page at http://www.facebook.com/GilesAutism. The GCAFG is a group of parents with children who have Autism, a Speech-Language Pathologist and a Program Supervisor from New River Valley Community Services.  We raise funds to increase awareness about Autism and provide educational tools for local schools to use for children with Autism.

EVERY WEDNESDAY ULTIMATE FRISBEE Roanoke Ultimate (Frisbee) Weekly Pickup - Every Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm @ River's Edge Sport Complex South - Field 4. For info - www.roanokeultimate.com.

“MMMOVE” My Motivation Movement (MMMOVE) - It's about helping people connect with others in the Community, find joy in Fitness, and improve their Health. 3 Miles • You vs. You • Free. This is an event you won't want to miss. With live music, food and activities, there really is something for everyone. You can walk, jog, run, or be a cheerleader! It's not a race; you compete against a goal you set for yourself at registration. Join us on June 1, 2013 on the Roanoke River Greenway. Learn more at www.mmmove.org, and register at http://bit.ly/MMMOVE2013.

Do you have an item to post in COMMUNITY EVENTS? Please submit your information ready to post with complete contact information to publicrelations@virginiawestern.edu.

• THE GREENBRIER CLASSIC GOLF DAY TICKETS July 1^st thru July 7^th   only $35.00 a day per ticket, I have two tickets for each day. Give Marla Whiteside a call 857-6316 or mwhiteside@virginiawestern.edu
• LOOKING TO RENT OR LEASE 5 ACRES and up with a barn and pasture ready for a horse and 2 dogs while stationed in the Roanoke area.  Lease time would be for up to two years.  Please contact Mark Smith at:  mark.f.smith@navy.mil  
• DOCTORAL GOWN FOR SALE, contact Renee at 76682.
• NEED EXTRA ROOM FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO STAY FOR GRADUATION? Home for rent for graduation available in lovely, sidewalk lined neighborhood. Fully equipped, 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home with covered porch and mountain views. Easily sleeps 6-8, plus one crib and one pack ‘n play. It is located minutes (5 or less) from VWCC campus and I-581 and in walking distance to restaurants, grocery, greenway and trolley.  $350/night.  And also available some summer dates. Smoke free and pet free home.  Please call for more information, 345-1426.
• SPANISH TUTORING FOR VIRGINIA WESTERN STUDENTS, $15 per hour, discounts for more the 2 hours per week. Contact me at svc24914@email.vccs.edu or saravcardenasa@gmail.com  
• EPSON PERFECTION 3200 PHOTO SCANNER: For sale $95. Price new was over $400. Excellent condition. Comes with cables but you will need to download the software for your computer from the Epson site. 362-5113 or 857-6070 
• FRESH BROWN EGGS FOR SALE: From free-range chickens. Contact Elizabeth Wilmer at ewilmer926@gmail.com
• SOFAS FOR SALE: Three used sofas $150 Call 704-492-3255 or email elywyne@gmail.com or em2389@email.vccs.edu.

Do you have an item to post FOR BUY/SALE/TRADE/FREE? Please submit your information ready to post with complete contact information to publicrelations@virginiawestern.edu.

The Human Neuroimaging Laboratory at Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute (VTCRI) located in Roanoke, Virginia would like to invite you to participate in a variety of groundbreaking studies!

• Eligibility:  healthy adults, age 18-64
• Compensation:  at least $20.00
• Primary goal:  To study the response of the normal brain to patterns of stimuli, rewards, and decision-making
• Institute sponsor:  Human Neuroimaging Laboratory labs.vtc.vt.edu/hnl
• Study timeframe/duration:  1-3 hours per visit

 If you are interested in volunteering, please visit: http://vtcri.info/jkzexq

To contact us via e-mail: signup@vtc.vt.edu; or call 540-526-2034

CIGARETTE SMOKERS

The Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute is conducting a brain imaging study on cigarette smokers. Eligible participants must meet the following criteria:

• Current smokers, age 18-55
• Smoke at least 5 cigarettes per day
• Have been smoking for the past year

You will be compensated for your time. Eligible participants typically make $50 for the first session and $30 for the second session, with the potential to earn an additional $75. We have two locations, Blacksburg and Roanoke, and scheduling is very flexible to best accommodate your schedule. If interested, please contact Andre at 540-526-2068 orajplate@vtc.vt.edu for more information.

OEF/OIF VETERANS NEEDED FOR FMRI STUDIES

WHY PARTICIPATE?

• Deployment impacts veterans in many ways
• We use new FMRI technology to understand how deployment can affect the biology of the brain

PARTICIPANTS WILL:

• Have the study described and questions answered by study staff before deciding to participate
• Participate in a videotaped interview about your life experiences
• Fill out some questionnaires
• Complete computer tasks during an fMRI scan which may include:
  • Viewing positive, negative, & neutral images- including some that are combat related
  • Playing simple computer games
  • Be asked to provide a saliva sample for genetic analyses
  • Receive a CD copy of your structural brain scan
  • Be compensated $15 per hour for the interview & questionnaire session and $20 or more for the fMRI scan depending on how you play the game

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

• OEF/OIF Veterans who are:
• Between 18 & 64 years old
• Free from metal in their body
• Not claustrophobic

CONTACT:

(540) 526-2032, vets@vtc.vt.edu, http://info.vtc.vt.edu/vets

Wednesday, May 8^th at 2:00 p.m.

Monday, May 20^th at 10 a.m.

Tuesday, May 21^st at 2 p.m.

Open enrollment is May 1^st – May 24^th for a July 1, 2013 effective date.  During open enrollment you may:

• Do nothing if you are happy with your health care election and/or do not want a flexible spending account (FSA) or wish not to continue a FSA into the next plan year.
• Initially enroll in a health care plan.
• Waive coverage.
• Add or remove eligible dependents.
• Change your health care selection(s).
• Enroll initially into a flexible spending account (FSA) or continue your participation in a FSA for the next plan year.

Elections can be made by either completing an enrollment form or making your changes online by using EmployeeDirect:

• Enrollment forms may be accepted by VWCC Human Resources no earlier than May 1^st and not later than 5 p.m. on May 24^th.
• Online changes in EmployeeDirect may be made no earlier than May 1^st and prior to midnight on May 24^th.  If you chose to utilize EmployeeDirect it is strongly encourage that you make your changes early to avoid potential software outages that would prevent you from making a change.

If you have any questions, please contact Denise Schuh at 857-7962 or dschuh@virginiawestern.edu.

May 16            10:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 2:30 – 5:30 PM

May 20-23        10:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 2:30 – 5:30 PM

June 25-27       10:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 2:30 – 5:30 PM

July 1-2             10:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 2:30 – 5:30 PM

Students need to bring a Government Issued Photo ID (i.e. Driver’s License) AND a current copy of their summer class schedule.

Students who already have a student ID can receive a Summer 2013 enrollment sticker during these hours.

Faculty/Staff that need an ID between these times can set up an appointment with Nick Owens via email at nowens@virginiawestern.edu.  Please bring your ID request form with you.

Summer is a difficult time for collecting blood. One donation can save up to three lives. Anyone who presents will be entered into the Donor Days Sun, Fun, & Saving lives prize raffle with a winner announced every week!* Visit vablood.org to learn more.

Virginia Western Community College

Tuesday, May 28

10:00am – 3:00pm

Charles L. Downs Natural Science Center

Sign up online at www.vablood.org

Or contact nlee@virginiawestern.edu

Sponsored by Virginia Western Student Activities

Walk-Ins Welcome!

All donors must present a valid ID or VBS donor card at registration.

Visit vablood.org for a list of accepted IDs or call 1-800-989-4438.

I hereby order that the flags shall be lowered at sunrise on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 and remain at half-staff until sunset.
Ordered this the 14th day of May, 2013.

Sincerely,
Robert F. McDonnell

Are you ready for the new plan year that begins July 1, 2013?  The following are summary highlights of the most significant changes:

Change #1:  Anthem will administer not only COVA Care, but now will also administer pharmacy and behavioral health benefits.  (Medco and ValueOptions will no longer be vendors.)

Action: 

• New cards will be mailed to participants.  Shred your old card on July 1^st and be sure to present your new health care card to all providers (doctors, pharmacies, etc.).
• If you have a prescription mail-order, contact Anthem on July 1^st to provide payment information.  Your prescription will transfer unless it is a Class II controlled substance.  Prior authorizations will be honored for 90 days.
• Check with your pharmacy and behavioral health providers to ensure that they are in network.

Change #2:  The basic dental plan will only provide coverage for preventative and some diagnostics services.  Primary care coverage has been moved under the expanded dental plan.

Action:  If you need to have coverage for yourself and/or family that includes primary care services such as fillings, periodontal work, root canals, simple extractions, and minor oral surgery, etc., you must sign up for expanded dental during open enrollment.

Change #3:  Premium Rewards are being offered to employees and/or their covered spouses that complete an online health assessment during open enrollment.  Continuation of the Premium Reward occurs in the fall between August 1 and October 31^st by the completion of a biometric screening.  There will be a $34/month reduction in premiums if both the employee and covered spouse complete the assessment.  Otherwise, there will be a $17/month Premium Reward if the employee or covered spouse completes the requirement.

Action:  Visit www.myactivehealth.com/COVA and complete your online health assessment.  Currently covered spouses visit the same website and will use the employee’s 9 digit COVA ID and employee’s name as it appears on the current health care card.  Spouses and employees not yet enrolled will need to contact Active Health at 866-938-0349 to complete the assessment.

Change #4:  Beginning July 1^st, the Flexible Reimbursement Accounts (FRA) will be administered by Anthem.  The maximum medical FRA is limited to $2,500.  Dependent FRA maximum remains unchanged. (WageWorks® is no longer the FRA provider.)

Action:  If you want to initially enroll or continue a FRA you must sign up during open enrollment.  Be sure to work with WageWorks® for reimbursements in the July 1, 2012 – June 30, 2013 plan year.  You have until June 30, 2013 to spend monies set aside in this plan year and from July 1, 2013 until September 30, 2013 to file for reimbursement.

Change #5:  A new health plan will now be offered called COVA HealthAware administered by Aetna.  COVA HealthAware is a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) that provides pre-funding for both you and/or a covered spouse to help offset the deductible you must meet before the plan begins to pay.  You and/or a covered spouse may also participate in the Premium Rewards and earn additional pre-arranged funding by completing “Do Rights”.

Action:  If you would like more information on this plan, visit www.covahealthaware.com.  If you would like to enroll in this new plan you must do so during open enrollment.

To learn more about these and other changes to your benefit plans, participate in one of the following Open Enrollment Benefits Informational Sessions:

May 20, 2013

Human Resources Training Room

10:00 a.m.

May 21, 2013

Human Resources Training Room

2:00 p.m.

You may also contact Denise Schuh at 857-7962 or dschuh@virginiawestern.edu.