Student Success Series Featured Workshop

Register for

Spring Classes

November 1, 2016

“The Party”

Brunch and Learn

October 25, 2016

Anne Springs Close Library

L-100

9:30 AM

Registration Required

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Pick Up Your Ticket in

Student Center K104

by October 21

Donuts with the

Deans & AVP’s

October 25, 2016

Student Center Atrium

Beginning at 11:00 AM

All Invited!

Coming soon! Family Movie Night

October 28, 2016

Anne Springs Close Library

Lobby Area

Doors open at 6:00 PM

Reserve tickets

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October 2016

STUDENT EVENT

UPDATES

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The Employability Skills Seminar is designed to provide assistance with overcoming the challenges of entering today’s workforce.

Friday, November 4, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Anne Springs Close Library, Room L-100

Session #1: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Effective Job Search Strategies - Learn about the various methods to use during a job search and which methods are the most effective. Session #2: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Effective Resume Writing - Learn how to create a marketable resume that will be effective in getting a job interview. Session #3: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Effective Interviewing Techniques - Learn how to enhance interviewing skills, how to dress for success, and what to expect during all phases of the interviewing process.

Student Highlights

On September 16th, the Science Department

started a seminar series on current topics in

science. The seminars are open to all students,

faculty, and staff who want to attend to discuss

the research and how it applies to our lives and

to the classes offered here at York Tech.

The first discussion was on “How Tabloids are

Ruining the Understanding of Science” where we

discussed a current article. We looked at how the

science was taken out of context to make

headlines, not to actually tell the truth about the

research.

Students and faculty discussed how we need to work as scientists and an informed public to

correct some of these errors in the future.

We are meeting again October 14th at 1 pm in room ST209 with Mr. Jose Cardoza, Physics Instruc-

tor, leading a discussion on “What’s so special about Special Relativity?” You are invited to come and

join in the discussion. Please self-register in D2L for “Science Seminar” where you will also find the

reading materials. If you would like more information about the seminar series, please contact Mr.

Baker at jbaker@yorktech.edu.

Mr. Jordan Baker’s BIO206 lab is experiencing hands-on

ecological learning in class this semester. During their

dendrology lab they utilized dichotomous keys, tree field

guides, field lenses, binoculars, and a GPS unit to identify

and map trees around campus this week. “Although it’s hot

outside, these are the conditions many field biologists face

when they are completing experiments. So it is great to give

our students the ability to get the hands-on practical learning

that they can use in the field,” said Mr. Baker. Below you will

find a copy of the campus map that the students created

using Google Earth. If you would like the GPS coordinates or

more information about the class, please email Mr. Baker at

jbaker@yorktech.edu.

Clubs and Organizations

Fitness Club Members Take Part in Making Sure Our Campus is Safe

The Annual Fine and Performing

Arts Festival is set for Thursday,

November 10, from 10:30-5 in the

library.

There will be an online registration

in a few weeks, or students may

contact Dr. Macdonald at 981-7341

or come by her office: A-126. This

festival is open to anyone interested

in showcasing his/her painting, art---

-music, writing, improvisation and

drama, photography, dancing, to

name a few projects.

There is absolutely no competition,

and there are no try-outs. This event

simply gives students interested in

the arts an opportunity to gather,

meet other students interested in

the arts, and showcase their talents.

The Writing Club

Meetings are held each

Wednesday in the

library around noon.

Any student interested

in writing poetry, fiction,

or drama is welcome to

participate. Students

meet in an informal

setting to discuss their

work.

HHS Deans’ Council

October 18, 2016 11 am – 12 noon

Room: A162

February 21, 2017 11 am – 12 noon

Room: TBA

IET Deans’ Council

October 13, 2016 11:30 am

Room: C118

Campus safety is a matter of large concern;

everyone should feel safe in the environment

they chose attend school in. York Technical

College strives to create a safe environment

for current and prospective students alike.

Our first Night Walk during National Campus

Safety Awareness Month (NCSAM) was held

Tuesday, September 27, 2016. This event was

co-sponsored by the YTC Fitness Club and led

by advisor Justin Pichey. Members of the Fit-

ness Club and other students joined forces to

walked the campus at night to identify areas of

improvements needed to increase safety and

awareness for all students.

Did You Know?

Students interested in using the YTC Nursing Mothers Room may register within the Counseling and Support Services

Office (CASS). The room is located in the Administration Building on York Technical College’s main campus and is available

for use by students, faculty, and staff who are nursing mothers.

Provided by YTC Human Resources Department and CASS

Dignity + Respect = Inclusion

JOIN US FOR THE PARTY REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Our College is filled with dimensions of diversity that create a

mosaic of values, beliefs and culturally based perceptions.

Whether intentionally or not, most of us view others through a

cloudy set of lenses based on biases and prejudices. To fully

enjoy the beauty of our campus community, we must all begin

to explore the world of others; we must realize that various

belief systems and standards provide avenues for thought-

provoking and enriching experiences.

The willingness to approach new ideas or to acknowledge

differences will bridge the gap to acceptance and inclusion.

Candid, open dialogue is one of the first and extremely

important steps in making this celebration of diversity a

reality. So, we have planned a “party” to start the crucial

conversation. You will get the chance to meet your peers, in a

fun-filled celebration!

Come and enjoy this interactive experience as we engage in

role playing, self-assessment and true reflection of how we

live, learn, work and play in our community.

Registration link is located on the front page.

Counseling Services wants you to take advantage of the following FREE and CONFIDENTIAL services 24 hours a day,

7 days a week, 365 days a year:

The Student Assistance Program (SAP) offers counseling support to any

York Tech student. All you have to do is call 1-800-633-3353 and tell them

you’re a York Tech student. You’ll be connected to a counselor in the

community, and we’ll cover the cost. It’s that simple!

Online Mental Health Screenings are available through the Counseling

Services website at http://screening.mentalhealthscreening.org/yorktech.

**Any time the College is open, there is a Counselor available to assist you

in the Student Services Building, at the Counseling and Support Services

office. Call for an appointment today: 803-327-8007.

FREE and Confidential Services

Chester Center Sept. 15, Oct. 20, and Nov. 17

Indian Land Center

Sept. 14, Oct. 12, and Nov. 9 Career Resources:

Work-Based Learning Information

Job Search Techniques

Cover Letter & Resume-Writing Assistance

Career Guidance

Interviewing Techniques

Chester and Indian Land Campus Updates Counseling & Support Services and Career Resources

Chester Center / Indian Land Center Spring 2016 Schedule

Schedule your visit in advance at the Chester Center / Indian Land Center reception desk!

Chester Center

Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, and Dec. 1

Indian Land Center

Sept. 28, Oct. 26, and Nov. 30

Counseling & Support Services:

General Registration Assistance

Career Guidance

Change to Academic Program

AIM Counseling for Students on Academic

Probation/Suspension

Health Science Waiting List Eligibility

Services for Students with Disabilities

Student Ambassadors Help Students Prepare for Midterms

York Tech is dedicated to making your college experience personal. Our Student Ambassadors are bright, personable, and active community members who are available to help students learn the “ins and outs” of the College, campus life, and much more. During the Midterm Madness Boot-Camp, in collaboration with the Academic Coaching and Tutoring Center, the Student Ambassadors assisted many students with comple-tion of learning- style inventories and scheduling tutoring appointments as needed.

Want to Read a Good Book? Watch a Good Movie?

Sometimes you want to read (or listen) to a good book, or sit down and

watch a movie (or TV/cable series). The Library has been building their

entertainment selection this year (books, CD’s and DVD’s) and may

have entertainment you will enjoy. Stop by the Library and check out

your favorite selection today!