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Health Scholars Camp 2013

NFCC — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:18:43 GMT

Camp for 6th-9th graders explores nursing, science, fitness and nutrition
Register now for Health Scholars 2013; Camp is June 17-20 at NFCC

MADISON, FL – North Florida Community College’s Allied Health department is now enrolling 6-9th grade students in its 2013 Health Scholars Camp. The camp will be held June 17-20 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the NFCC Career and Technical Education Center. The four-day camp explores healthcare topics and careers – nursing, science, fitness and nutrition – in engaging, fun and educational ways.

Campers will enjoy games, team building exercises, skills training with state-of-the-art patient simulators, guest speakers and field trips to local healthcare facilities including a trip to the Florida State University College of Medicine in Tallahassee. NFCC registered nursing students and faculty will provide basic first aid skills and first aid training to participants and share information on how to plan for a chosen career in healthcare, including what classes to take in high school and college.

The camp, sponsored by Big Bend AHEC, the Healthcare Workforce Network and NFCC Allied Health, is a great camp for young students interested in healthcare as a possible career or students who simply want to have fun while learning valuable information this summer. Cost to attend is $50 per student. This fee includes meals, snacks and skills lab materials. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to the first 20 students who pre-register. Deadline to register is Monday, June 10. To pre-register or for additional information, contact Denise Bell at (850) 973-9481 or email CommunityEducation@nfcc.edu.

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NFCC 2013 Spring Graduates

NFCC — Fri, 03 May 2013 20:47:41 GMT

NFCC announces graduates for Spring Term 2013

North Florida Community College awarded 96 students with degrees or certificates at the conclusion of its Spring Term 2013. Graduates were honored at NFCC’s Spring 2013 Commencement Ceremony on May 2 at Van H. Priest Auditorium. Walter Boatright, Jr., Director of Career, Technical, and Adult Education and Principal of Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Center in Live Oak, was guest speaker at the commencement ceremony.

Spring Term 2013 Graduates

President's Honor Roll Spring Term 2013

NFCC — Thu, 02 May 2013 15:46:23 GMT

Local students honored for academic achievement
North Florida Community College announces President’s Honor Roll

MADISON, FL – Twenty-nine North Florida Community College students have been named to the President’s Honor Roll at the conclusion of NFCC’s Spring Term 2013. The President’s Honor Roll recognizes outstanding academic achievement at the completion of each semester. Inclusion on the list is awarded to all full-time students who, during the term, have earned a grade point average of 3.8 to 4.0 on course work of at least 12 hours.

NFCC students recognized for academic achievement and named to the President’s Honor Roll for Spring Term 2013 are:

Hamilton County: Allison M. Parks and Leslie J. Smith Carter

Jefferson County: Mandy L. Holley, Victoria M. Holley, and Ross M. Everett

Leon County: Randall A. Burns and Jacob B. Hentges

Madison County: Selena B. Phillips, Danielle C. Bentley, Eugene P. Buie, Chelsea D. Doty, Cheltsie E. Kinsley, Chad T. Oliver, Huston S. Smith, Tarvis M. Peacock, Christopher K. Gifford and Logan C. Groover

Suwannee County: Laura-Kaitlyn Boatright, Jonathan C. Bolick, Lyndee M. Fletcher, Christopher A. Martins, Thuy T. Tran and Lacey J. Caskin

Taylor County: Taylor W. Bethea, Marybeth L. Clark, Kaylee E. Denmark, Robin D. Gray, Madison C. Thomas and Kristina R. Wald

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Dean's Honor Roll Spring Term 2013

NFCC — Thu, 02 May 2013 15:39:06 GMT

Local students honored for academic achievement
North Florida Community College announces Dean’s Honor Roll

MADISON, FL – Thirty-one North Florida Community College students have been named to the Dean’s Honor Roll at the conclusion of NFCC’s Spring Term 2013. The Dean’s Honor Roll recognizes outstanding academic achievement at the completion of each semester. Inclusion on the list is awarded to all full-time students who, during the term, have earned a grade point average of 3.50 to 3.79 on course work of at least 12 hours.

NFCC students recognized for academic achievement and named to the NFCC Dean’s Honor Roll for Spring Term 2013 are:

Hamilton County: Andrea L. Abbott, Winston L. Crosby, Rebecca I. Jackson, and Christy M. Carnline

Jefferson County: Sara D. Macdonald and Brittany N. Smen,

Lafayette County: Caleb D. Smith

Leon County: Laura E. Bishop

Madison County: Rachael S. Webb, Cody D. Belinski, Ashlyn B. Carroll, Darlene R. Choice, Morgan A. Ellison, Alyssa D. Kinsey, Rebekah A. Miller and Hannah E. Odiorne

Suwannee County: Kenneth J. Hitt, Amanda D. Bartley-Ramirez, Carrie H. Campbell, Kelsey A. Cowin, Lindsey L. Garland, Thomas A. Mofield, Kristina J. Sardina, Sasha M. Schmalried, Vassel Sneed, Ashley R. Threm and Caitlin M. Verdegem

Taylor County: Michael T. Gold, Carmina E. Ketring, Tyler D. Walker, and Ashlee O. Wright

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NFCC calls for camp instructors

NFCC — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:32:25 GMT

North Florida Community College Community Education Kids in College
Camp Instructors needed for NFCC Kids in College summer camps

The North Florida Community College Kids in College summer camps program is currently seeking qualified summer camp instructors to run half-day camp programs. Those interested should apply by May 10.
The Kids in College program provides young students, completed 1st grade through completed 6th grade, with an interactive, engaging experience throughout the summer. Camps will run Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-5 p.m. with a total of four two-hour camps each day. Instructors are paid $10/hr and are needed for the morning and/or afternoon time slots. Class size may vary between 12-25 students. All camps must have eight pre-registered students in order to run. Camps with a lower enrollment are subject to cancellation.

Summer camp instructors are currently being sought for the below possible camp topics:

Science
Math
Creative Writing
Sports
Fitness
Crafts
Art
Computers
Technology
Puppetry
Music
Drama
Ecology
Photography
Language/Culture
Living History
Dance
Careers
Culinary

Priority will be given to proposals and completed employment applications received by May 10, 2013. To submit a Kids in College Summer Camp proposal visit www.nfcc.edu/kids-in-college. Applicants not already employed by North Florida Community College must also complete the NFCC Application for Employment. For more information about Kids in College contact Denise Bell at (850) 973-9481 or email BellD@nfcc.edu.

NFCC announces summer hours

NFCC — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:16:08 GMT

NFCC announces summer hours for College and Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center

The North Florida Community College campus will be closed on Fridays during Summer 2013. Beginning May 6, summer hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; closed on Fridays. Regular Monday through Friday hours will resume beginning Monday, Aug. 19. NFCC information is available online at www.nfcc.edu and you can also connect with the College on facebook at www.facebook.com/nfcc.edu for the latest updates and information.

NFCC’s Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center will also have special summer hours. Fitness Center hours are Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-7 p.m. (May 6-Aug. 19). More information is available from the NFCC website at www.nfcc.edu/fitness-and-wellness-center or by visiting the NFCC Fitness Center on facebook at www.facebook.com/kellycenternfcc.

NFCC honors area Nurses

NFCC — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:34:43 GMT

NFCC Community Nurses’ Week Reception

NFCC honors area nurses May 9 at Four Freedoms Park

The North Florida Community College Allied Health Department is hosting a Community Nurses’ Week Reception on Thursday, May 9 at Four Freedoms Park in Madison to honor and say “thank you” to the nurses who serve our community. All nurses and nursing assistants are invited to stop by anytime between 2-6 p.m. for this special appreciation event and desserts.

The reception will wrap up with a ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in the Four Freedoms Park gazebo recognizing and honoring outstanding RN’s and LPN’s from the six-county NFCC district of Hamilton, Jefferson, Lafayette, Madison, Suwannee and Taylor counties. Exceptional nurses will be recognized and awards will be presented for Years of Service, Best Nurse Manager, Clinical Excellence and Community Service. NFCC students will also present an award for “Student Voted Best All Around Clinical Facility” during the ceremony.

The event is part of NFCC’s celebration of local nurses, National Nurses Week May 6-12 and the American Nurses Association’s 2013 theme "Delivering Quality and Innovation in Patient Care.” Annually, National Nurses Week begins on May 6, marked as RN Recognition Day, and ends on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of nursing as a modern profession. The purpose of the celebration is to raise awareness of the value of nursing and help educate the public about the role nurses play in meeting the health care needs of the American people. In honor of the dedication, commitment, and tireless effort of nurses nationwide to promote and maintain the health of this nation, the ANA and NFCC are proud to recognize all nurses for the quality work they provide seven days a week, 365 days a year.

For more information on NFCC’s Community Nurses’ Week Reception, contact Billye Robinson, NFCC Allied Health Instructor, at (850) 973-9459 or email nfccnursesweek@gmail.com.

Progress Energy, MCHS, NFCC partner for MCHS Science Fair

NFCC — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:07:11 GMT

North Florida Community College hosted the 2013 Madison County High School Science Fair on April 5 at the college’s Morris G. Steen Science Learning Center. The annual event, sponsored by Progress Energy, has received support and grant funding from Progress Energy for the last four years. According to Rose Marie McHugh, a science teacher at MCHS, the science fair promotes learning and, through science, inspires MCHS students to explore ideas and careers in engineering. Pictured at the 2013 MCHS Science Fair are, left to right, Progress Energy District Manager Bobby Pickels, MCHS Science Teacher Rose Marie McHugh and NFCC Instructor Dr. Michael Stine.

NFCC, Jefferson County 4-H host STEM Forum at Jefferson Elementary

NFCC — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:08:29 GMT

NFCC and Jefferson County 4-H led a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Forum for Jefferson Elementary School 5th graders on March 22. The date was significant since it was the first calendar day for the world-wide recording day for the World Water Monitoring Challenge, a challenge program that tests water from around the world for turbidity (cloudiness), pH (acidity), dissolved oxygen, and temperature.

Jefferson Elementary 5th graders teamed up with NFCC students from the college’s Save Our Animal Resources (S.O.A.R.) ecology club and Man and the Environment class to learn about the environment and our effect on the environment, especially water quality. NFCC students used teaching materials related to the Sunshine State Standards and benchmarks. The students and teachers then moved outside to test samples of Jefferson County water collected by John Lilly, Jefferson County Extension Director. The students conducted water tests, collected data and made conclusions on what they recorded. They found that the tested water was healthy for fish and aquatic insects. Results were posted on the World Water Monitoring Challenge web site.

“Our students came away with a sense of accomplishment of helping these children and making a difference,” said Bonnie Littlefield, NFCC science instructor and event coordinator. “One of our students said that it was exciting to see the children’s faces light up when they learned one of the concepts and were able to answer the questions."

NFCC students were able to work with three separate 5th grade classes at Jefferson Elementary School. The event was a joint collaboration between Jefferson Elementary, NFCC and the Jefferson County Extension Office.

“The 5th grade students enjoyed the activity so much that we want to do it again each year,” said Jefferson Elementary teacher Nancy Whitty. “The three classes enjoyed making big "Thank You" cards to show their appreciation for spending the day with them."

NFCC Leadership Awards

NFCC — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:15:43 GMT

NFCC Instructor Bonnie Littlefield named Organization Advisor of the Year

North Florida Community College students were honored during the college’s annual Leadership Awards ceremony held April 9 at the NFCC Student Center. Students from various clubs and organizations received recognition for outstanding student achievement and leadership outside of the classroom during the 2012-2013 academic year.

Clubs and organizations participating in this year’s leadership event were Art Club, Business Club, Phi Theta Kappa, Save Our Animal Resources (S.O.A.R.), Sentinel Service Corp, Sentinel Upstage Players and Student Government Association. Students were recognized for membership, service and leadership with a Member of the Year Award presented by each organization

Individual Achievement Awards were also presented for Rookie of the Year, Unsung Hero and Exemplary Service to the Community. The NFCC Business Club was honored for its Rock the Vote Lecture Series, naming it both Outstanding Campus Initiative and Outstanding Educational Program.

“The student leaders honored here today have had a rich and complete college experience at NFCC, said Director of Campus Life and SGA advisor Kim Halfhill. “They are the very definition of success. Their dedication to being the best that they can be has been an inspiration to their instructors, advisors and student peers.”

NFCC’s Save Our Animal Resources (S.O.A.R.) club was not only recognized as the Outstanding Community Service Organization, but advisor Bonnie Littlefield was named Organization Advisor of the Year. S.O.A.R. Member of the Year, Houston Smith, presented Littlefield with her award stating that she had made a tremendous impact on his life.

The event wrapped up with guest speaker Louis Garcia, CEO, of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Big Bend, challenging students to take advantage of their positive experiences at NFCC to inspire others and make changes in their own communities. For more information about NFCC’s clubs and organizations contact Kim Halfhill at 850.973.1623 or email halfhillk@nfcc.edu.

STUDENTS HONORED AT NFCC’S LEADERSHIP AWARDS ARE:

MADISON COUNTY

Jacob Connell Art Club - Member of the Year Award

Tana Curtin Business Club - Member of the Year Award

Selena Phillips Phi Theta Kappa - All-Florida Academic Team Member

Huston Smith Save Our Animal Resources (S.O.A.R.) - Member of the Year Award

Johnathan Cooks      Sentinel Upstage Players - Member of the Year Award
                                    & Rookie of the Year Award
Shontea Lewis            Student Government Association - Member of the Year Award
Anthony Hampton    Unsung Hero Award

SUWANNEE COUNTY

Andrew Land Phi Theta Kappa - Member of the Year & Phi Theta Kappa - All-Florida Academic Team Member

HAMILTON COUNTY

Winston Crosby Award for Exemplary Service to the Community

Florida Collection Dedication

NFCC — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:51:27 GMT

The Staff of North Florida Community College’s Marshall Hamilton Library invites the public to the dedication of the Library’s Florida Collection in memory of Joseph “Joe” Alexander Akerman, Jr. The dedication ceremony will be held at the NFCC Library (NFCC campus, Bldg. 4) on Sunday, April 21 at 2:30 p.m. A reception will follow.

“In honor of Mr. Akerman’s long career and dedication to NFCC, and in honor of his accomplished writing career, the Library staff is proud to dedicate its Florida Collection in his memory,” said Kay Hogan, Director of Library Services at NFCC.

Akerman began his teaching career at NFCC in 1965 and taught several generations of students before retiring in 2009. He was a dedicated instructor of history and while at the college received numerous awards for his writings. In 1976 the Florida Cattleman’s Association published Akerman’s first book, “A History of the Florida Cattle Industry.” This was followed by “American Brahman” in 1982. In 2003, Akerman and his son Mark collaborated on “Jacob Summerlin, King of the Crackers,” published by the Florida Historical Society. This book won the Florida Historical Society’s prestigious Charlton Tebeau Award for its historical value in 2005. In 2004, Akerman received the Dorothy Dodd Lifetime Achievement Award from the Florida Historical Society. He wrote numerous articles and gave lectures all over Florida on his books and Florida History in general.

Akerman once said that “All American men and boys are cowboys at heart.” Akerman was a professor, author, artist, cowboy and friend to many. The NFCC Library staff invites the community to stop by April 21 and help honor the memory of Joseph Alexander Akerman, Jr.

For more information, contact the NFCC Library at (850) 973-9452 or email Library@nfcc.edu.

PTK Inducts new memebers

NFCC — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:49:19 GMT

North Florida Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa Mu Xi Chapter recently welcomed 38 new members into PTK, the international honor society for two-year colleges. During an induction ceremony on March 21, new members recited the PTK Oath of Membership and walked across the stage of the NFCC Fine Arts Auditorium to accept a white rose and membership in the prestigious organization that was established in 1918. Inductees must have a minimum GPA of 3.25 to join and must maintain a 3.0 GPA to remain a member of PTK.

Phi Theta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education with more than 2 million members and 1,200 chapters in the U.S., Canada and Germany. The organization, recognized as the official honor society for two-year colleges, honors and encourages the academic achievement of college students and provides opportunities for individual growth and development through participation in honors, leadership, service and fellowship programming.

NFCC students leading the induction ceremony were PTK President Andrew Land and PTK Vice President Christopher Martins. Dr. Michael Stine, NFCC biology instructor, is NFCC’s PTK chapter advisor.

The newest members of North Florida Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa Mu Xi Chapter are:

Hamilton County

Rebecca I Jackson
Wade B Norris
Jessica E Scaff
Leslie J Smith Carter
Tyler C Warfel

Jefferson County

Mandy L Holley
Victoria M Holley
Zachary J Lucero
Abigail M Starling

Lafayette County

Shelby K Hart
Ashlin H Morgan

Madison County

Anna L Robinson
Danielle C Bentley
Eugene P Buie
Savannah D Cauldwell
Tana L Curtin
Alyssa D Kinsey
Shontea L Lewis
Kaitlin E Littleton
Ian P McClellan
Tarvis M Peacock
Kassidy M Stallings
Logan C Groover
Dalton Lee
Kelsey E Varn

Suwannee County:

Sara D Kolvinsky
Jonathan C Bolick
Tawanna L Cooks
Lindsey L Garland
Laken N Messer
Emily G Ross
Vassel Sneed
Daniel L Boatright
Lacey J Caskin
Christopher D Curtis

Taylor County

Taylor W Bethea
Anna M Ferrer
Micah T McDonald

Honors Night Convocation 2013

NFCC — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:31:53 GMT

North Florida Community College’s brightest students were honored during the college’s Honors Convocation ceremony April 9 at the NFCC Fine Arts Auditorium. Students from various academic areas and student organizations received recognition for outstanding achievement and character during the 2012-2013 academic year. NFCC faculty and staff announced each award recipient as NFCC President John Grosskopf and Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Sharon Erle presented the awards.

Alana Ellison of Madison received NFCC’s prestigious “Student of the Year” award. Ellison serves as the Student Government Association (SGA) President Elect and is also as a member of Sentinel Service Corp.

“The student who is the recipient of this award not only excels in the classroom with a current GPA of 3.66, but has shown a spirit of generosity and service that few students possess,” said NFCC Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Sharon Erle. “She is a member of the Sentinel Service Corp and the Student Government Association. This student cares deeply about her campus and community. During her time at NFCC she has worked as student assistant in the Office of Campus Life as well as an English tutor. This student truly embodies the spirit of a Sentinel through scholarship and service.”

In addition to recognizing outstanding students, NFCC also named its 2012-2013 “Friend to the College.” Elouise Green was recognized for her continuous support of NFCC. Green is a Lafayette County resident and serves on NFCC’s Foundation Board.

“Elouise Green has served on NFCC’s Foundation for many years. She has served countless hours volunteering at NFCC fundraising events. Her love for the college is boundless,” said Grosskopf.

NFCC’s Honors Convocation ceremony is held annually in April to recognize outstanding students and celebrate student achievement prior to NFCC’s Spring Term commencement ceremony in May.

STUDENTS HONORED DURING NFCC’S HONORS CONVOCATION ARE:

HAMILTON COUNTY

Keyla Perez Drawing

Danielle Muzzey Early Childhood Professional Certificate

JEFFERSON COUNTY

Tovya Vargas Human Development

Tori Holley Design

MADISON COUNTY

Krystal McCormick Education

Selena Phillips Economics

Cheltsie Kinsley Accounting

Cody Belinski Business

Amy Stalnaker Computer Science

Alexandra Patron English

Juli Waldrep American Literature & World Religion

Catherine Murphy Painting

Michelle Mandziara Metal Sculpture

Alexandra Patron Biology

Christopher Gifford Anatomy & Physiology

Tarvis Peacock Microbiology

Lakeidra Baynard Early Childhood Education

Emily Curl Early Childhood Program Management

Alana Ellison Student of the Year

LEON COUNTY

Laura Bishop Mathematics

SUWANNEE COUNTY

Lyndee Fletcher Digital Media

Thomas Mofield Psychology

Jonathan Bolick History

Lacey Caskin Ceramics

Christopher Martins Physics

Frederick Mowry Humanities

Tawanna Cooks Promising Scholar

TAYLOR COUNTY

Tiffany Slaughter Sociology

Taylor Bethea Chemistry

Kelli Thomas Nursing

CPR Courses

NFCC — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:31:10 GMT

The North Florida Community College Community Education Department is offering the following CPR and Basic First Aid courses in April:
Saturday, April 13, 2013:
HS CPR
Class Begins: 8:00 a.m.
Fee: $40

Basic First Aid
Class Begins: 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $40

HCP CPR
Class Begins: 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $45

Those wishing to participate in a class must register and pay class fee(s) in advance, before Saturday, April 13, 2013. Contact Denise Bell at (850) 973-9481 or belld@nfcc.edu for more information.

Summer Advising Begins

NFCC — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:16:07 GMT

North Florida Community College is now offering academic advising for its 2013 Summer Term. Classes begin May 6 for Summer Terms A & C and June 24 for Summer Term B. Current NFCC students can begin registering for classes as early as April 15. Open registration starts April 22. A complete schedule of classes is available on the NFCC website at www.nfcc.edu/admissions--records/catalog--schedule.

According to NFCC’s Advising Department, it’s important for all new and current students to meet with an advisor before registering for classes. Advising offers students a thorough review of completed academic coursework and academic progress; review of completed, current, and future coursework relative to academic, transfer and career goals; notification of changes to course schedules, program requirements, transfer requirements, important dates and other information necessary to facilitate timely completion of academic goals; and provides discussion and guidance for academic achievement.

For more information on academic advising at NFCC, visit /admissions--records/advising or call (850) 973-9455.

Colin P. Kelly Fitness Run

NFCC — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 19:24:48 GMT

Race set for Saturday, April 20th during Madison’s Down Home Days festival

Register by April 5 to get your Colin P. Kelly Fitness Run T-Shirt

It’s time to put on your running shoes and get ready for North Florida Community College’s Colin P. Kelly Fitness Run. Hosted by Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center, the run includes two races – a one-mile fun run/walk and a 5K run/walk - for those wishing to compete or to just have fun. The run is set for Saturday, April 20 in conjunction with Madison County’s “Down Home Days” event.

The One-Mile Fun Run/Walk is open to children up to 16-year-old and begins at 8 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. The entry fee is $6. The 5K Run/Walk is open to all ages and begins at 8:30 a.m. with a $15 entry fee and registration beginning at 8 a.m. the day of the race.

Registration forms are available on the NFCC website at www.nfcc.edu/fitness-run-2013, at NFCC’s Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center (Bldg. 12) and the NFCC Library (Bldg. 4), Madison Fire Rescue, and the Madison County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Office. Registration forms will be accepted until the morning of the race, however event t-shirts will only be available to those who register in advance. Advance registration forms must be received no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2013.
Both the one-mile and 5k begin and end at NFCC’s Colin P. Kelly Fitness Center on the NFCC campus in beautiful Madison, Fla. Winners will be recognized in various categories. For more information, contact Tyler Coody at (850) 973-1639 or email CoodyT@nfcc.edu. For more information on Madison’s Down Home Days event, visit http://www.madisonfl.org/ or contact the Madison County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism at (850) 973-2788.

Artist Series Core Ensemble

NFCC — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 19:24:14 GMT

NFCC Artist Series…

Core Ensemble performs chamber music theatre piece Thursday, March 21 at NFCC

Spirituals, jazz and concert music combined with a theatrical performance celebrating Zora Neale Hurston, Sojourner Truth, Clementine Hunter and Fannie Lou Hamer

North Florida Community College, in partnership with Nu Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., presents the Core Ensemble’s music theatre production Ain’t I a Woman! on Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m. at Van H. Priest Auditorium. The performance, combining chamber music with theatrical narrative, celebrates the life and times of four famous African American women: novelist and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston, ex-slave and abolitionist Sojourner Truth, folk artist Clementine Hunter, and civil rights worker Fannie Lou Hamer. The musical score is drawn from the heartfelt spirituals and blues of the Deep South, the urban vitality of the Jazz Age, and contemporary concert music by African American composers such as Charles Mingus, Thelonius Monk, Max Roach and Diane Monroe.

Actress Shinnerrie Jackson portrays Hurston, Truth, Hunter and Hamer on stage while interacting with the musical trio of cello, piano and percussion performed by the Core Ensemble’s Michael Parola, Tahirah Whittington and Cyrus von Hochstetter. In reviews of Ain’t I a Woman!, Paul Olsen of Augustana College said “The humor, drama and music were spellbinding.” Phil Funkenbush of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum said “I sat there in awe of how the music, the words, the acting were integrated into what I considered pure theatre!” Since 1993, the Core Ensemble has toured in every region of the United States and internationally to Australia, England, Russia, Ukraine and the British Virgin Islands. The Core Ensemble is currently a featured artist on the Florida Division of Cultural Affairs State Touring Program.

As a SPECIAL PROMOTION all students, including high school and college students, receive free admission to the performance. Regular tickets are $12 and available now in the NFCC College Advancement Office (Bldg. 32) or by calling (850) 973-1653.

A limited number of FUNDRAISER TICKETS are available through the Nu Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Inc. The fundraiser tickets are $12 each and include admission to the performance. Proceeds from these ticket sales will benefit AKA scholarships and programs. Contact Deloris Jones at (850) 973-2823 for more information.

Public Safety Now Enrolling

NFCC — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 14:18:52 GMT

New Correctional Officer Basic Recruit class begins April 8

NFCC Public Safety Academy enrolling now Correctional Officer and Law Enforcement Recruit programs accepting new students

The Public Safety Academy at North Florida Community College is now accepting students for its Law Enforcement Recruit and Correctional Basic Recruit programs. Programs are open entry with new classes starting every few weeks upon demand (a minimum of 12 students are required to begin a new class).

NFCC plans to begin a new Correctional Officer Basic Recruit class April 8. Those interested in enrolling in this class or upcoming Law Enforcement classes are encouraged to contact the Public Safety Academy now to begin the application and enrollment process. Classes are held Monday through Thursday from 6-11 p.m. at the NFCC Public Safety Academy complex on the NFCC campus in Madison, Fla.

The NFCC Public Safety Academy is one of 40 criminal justice training centers approved by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) to train basic recruits in law enforcement, corrections, recertification programs, and continuing workforce education. NFCC’s Correctional and Law Enforcement Basic Recruit programs prepare students for the certification exams required for all Florida officers and require rigorous physical demands upon the recruit in defensive tactics, firearms, vehicle operations and physical fitness training. Acceptance in these programs are limited to meeting requirements established by the Florida Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, North Florida Community College, The Public Safety Academy, and our Criminal Justice Advisory Board.

Students can complete training in one year or less. Those interested in training at NFCC are encouraged to begin the enrollment process now. You must be at least 18-years-old to enter NFCC’s Law Enforcement and Correctional Basic Recruit programs and must pass the Florida Criminal Justice Basic Abilities Test (CJBAT) before submitting an application for admission. The CJBAT can be taken on the NFCC campus. Official high school/GED diploma and transcripts and passing background checks are also required for admission. Financial assistance may be available for qualified students.

For more information, contact Gail Hackle, at (850) 973-1617 or hackleg@nfcc.edu. Information is also available at www.nfcc.edu/public-safety.

Patient Care Technician program accepting applications

NFCC — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 20:26:17 GMT

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) program at North Florida Community College announces the opening of its application period for Fall Term 2013. Now is the time to enroll and take care of application, testing and program entrance requirements. Classes begin Aug. 26 and the deadline to apply for admission is June 1.

NFCC’s PCT program prepares students to provide direct patient care in a variety of healthcare environments. PCT curriculum also includes the Home Health Aid component and current Labor Market statistics report that the Home Health Aid has the largest percent of projected growth in health care support occupations through 2019.

While working under the supervision of a registered nurse, patient care technicians often have more contact with patients than any other healthcare team member. Students receive additional training as assistants in the care of the elderly, physical and respiratory therapy and may also receive additional training in performance of electrocardiograms and phlebotomy. Most PCT’s seek certification as a certified nursing assistant (CNA). Graduates may also apply to take a national certification examination to become certified patient care technician.

In order to be considered for admission into NFCC’s PCT program, individuals must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18-years-old. Students are required to complete the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) prior to making application to enter the program. The TABE is given regularly at the NFCC campus and may be scheduled by calling (850) 973-9451.

Nursing and Allied Health staff and faculty are available to help prospective students through the enrollment process; contact Debbie Bass at (850) 973-1662 or bassd@nfcc.edu. More details about NFCC’s Allied Health programs and entrance requirements are available at www.nfcc.edu/programs-of-study. Financial aid and scholarships may be available to qualified students.

NFCC Practical Nursing program accepting applications

NFCC — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:41:53 GMT

NFCC Practical Nursing program accepting applications for Fall Term 2013

Classes begin August 2013; Application period open February 1-May 1

The application period for potential students to apply to North Florida Community College’s Practical Nursing program for Fall Term 2013 is Feb. 1-May 1, 2013. This is the time to apply for admission and take care of application, testing and program entrance requirements. Classes begin August 2013.

NFCC’s Practical Nursing program is a 1350 clock hour program that is designed to prepare students to function as members of the health team in the prevention of illness and in the care and rehabilitation of the sick and injured. Graduates are eligible to apply to the Florida State Board of Nursing to take the National Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses for licensure as an LPN in the state of Florida.

In order to be considered for admission into NFCC’s LPN program, individuals must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 18-years-old. Students are required to complete the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) prior to making application to enter the program. The TABE is given regularly at the NFCC campus and may be scheduled by calling (850) 973-9451.

Nursing and Allied Health staff and faculty are available to help prospective students through the enrollment process; contact Debbie Bass at 850.973.1662 or bassd@nfcc.edu. More details about the program and entrance requirements are also available in the NFCC College Catalog at /admissions/catalog--schedule. Financial aid and scholarships may be available to qualified students.