Month: May 2017

Student Literary and Art Review Now on Sale!

May 10, 2017 | Campus News

The end of another academic year is upon us! To help students, staff and faculty reflect upon the year, several departments come together to publish the annual literary and art review.

Titled “Works of Prey,” this year’s edition features poetry, art, fiction, non-fiction, research and photography by East Central College students. It also includes winners from the Fall 2016 and Spring 2017 Writing Contests.

Issues are now available for the $5 in the Union campus library.

“I would like to thank our student editor, Israel Neely and all those helped put this together and those who submitted their hard work,” said ECC English instructor Josh Stroup. “I must also give a big thank you to Leigh Kolb, Ann Boehmer, Adam Watkins, Jennifer Higerd, Sean Barton and Courtney Henrichsen for helping to make this important opportunity a reality for our students.”

For more information, email Josh Stroup – josh.stroup@eastcentral.edu.

East Central College NEA Honors Local Teachers Making a Difference

May 9, 2017 | Campus News Inspiring Excellence

Educators have a profound effect on students in many capacities. However, they aren’t always thanked for their hard work and dedication.

“I sometimes assign students to write about their educational experiences,” said East Central College English Instructor Sue Henderson. “In conversations we have about their papers, students often mention teachers who have had a positive influence on them. When I ask if they have ever let their teachers know that, the answer is usually ‘no.’”

Henderson set out to change that. As president of the National Education Association (NEA) ECC chapter, she created the “Inspirers of Excellence” Award in 2017.

“We posed a challenge to our students,” she said. “We wanted to know what teacher had an impact on their lives. Who inspired you to do your best? Are you here at ECC because a teacher encouraged you along the way?”

The response was amazing, and 25 teachers were selected for the award!

2017 “Inspirers of Excellence” Award Winners:

Andrew Eggert, St. Francis Borgia
Nathan Caldwell, St. Francis Borgia
Natalie Martin, Maries R-1 Vienna
Jamie Hoener, New Haven High School
Melissa Schwab, New Haven (former teacher)
Donna Hinson, Owensville
Dale Long, Owensville
Shannon Englebrecht, Rolla
Lea Hickerson, Rolla
Benn Martin, St. Clair
Matt Wiegers, Sullivan
Mary Weidenhaft, Sullivan (retired)
Mary Jane John, Sullivan
Ashley Crump, Sullivan
Doug Rice, Union
Cassie Rice, Union
Josh Hall, Union
Heidi Wildt, Warrenton
Michael Shaw, Warrenton
Tim Rinne, Washington
Jennifer Baker, Washington
Christy Clark, Washington (former teacher)
Tricia Holm, Washington
Tom Haas, Washington
Andres Jackson, MICDS

Teachers were notified of the award in May, and they will each receive a certificate acknowledging the achievement. The award corresponded with National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Teacher Appreciation Day.

Picture: ECC NEA member DeAnna Cassat presents the “Inspirers of Excellence” Award to Andrew Eggert and Nathan Caldwell at St. Francis Borgia High School.

Three Named “Faculty Emeritus” at Board Meeting

May 9, 2017 | Campus News Inspiring Excellence

Thomas Dill, Vincent Niehaus and Kathleen Rust have been named Faculty Emeritus by the East Central College Board of Trustees.

The designation is an academic tradition intended to recognize the lasting impact of outstanding members of the faculty.

“The faculty being recommended represent an important part of the East Central College story,” said Dr. Robert Mahon, co-chair of the ECC Rank and Promotion Committee. “Their work in the classroom benefited countless students over many years.”

Honorees receive the title of Faculty Emeritus included in all college publications and materials, the option to attend commencement in full academic regalia, are eligible for tuition waivers for credit courses, get an invitation to campus social activities, receive a certificate noting the Emeritus appointment, receive a placement of their name on a plaque in a prominent location on campus, receive a campus identification card nothing the status and get an ECC email address

Whalen Named Adult Education and Literacy Advocacy Group President-Elect

May 3, 2017 | Campus News

East Central College Adult Education and Literacy Director Alice Whalen has been named President-Elect of the Missouri Adult Education and Literacy Administrator’s Association (MAELAA).

The statewide network of Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Program Directors is dedicated to the advancement of adult education through high-quality services and professionalism in the field.

“Nearly 750,000 people ages 25 and older have less than a high school diploma in Missouri,” said Whalen. “Increased education can have a large economic impact for an individual, but also for a community.”

That increased education, says Whalen, leads to increased wages – impacting poverty rates, welfare participation, unemployment, healthcare costs, prison recidivism and tax revenues at both the state and national level.

“Public awareness is always a challenge,” Whalen said. “Adult education and literacy is a widespread problem that often hides in the shadows. We hope to really bring it to light in the near future.”

Whalen will begin her term May 9. Former President-Elect Ann McCauley, Moberly Area Community College, will take over as President of the organization at that time.

MAELAA supports Adult Education and Literacy legislation on local, state and national levels. It collaborates and provides assistance in developing Adult Education and Literacy programs, priorities, guidelines and regulations.

ECC Art and Design Student Exhibition Reception Rescheduled

May 3, 2017 | Campus News

Each year, East Central College ends the school year by visiting a showcase of works by its art students. Chosen from numerous entries, the works in the show were selected because of their quality and the ideas engaged in the work.

The reception has been rescheduled for May 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Come join us to celebrate the accomplishments of our students at the ECC Art Gallery located in Hansen Hall, room 121!

The reception was originally scheduled for May 4.

ECC Open Wednesday, May 3

May 2, 2017 | Campus News

Classes will be in session Wednesday, May 3 at all locations. Any student or employee unable to reach campus due to flooding needs to contact his or her faculty/supervisor about an absence.

A student will not be penalized for missing class tomorrow due to the flooding emergency.

The safety of our students and staff are a priority and each is encouraged to use alternative routes to prevent flooded roadways.