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Sign Language depar tment awaits SACS approval By Rhonda Day Contributor Due to financial struggle since last fall semester, Georgia Perimeter College has faced a road block awaiting their 2013 reaffirmation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to authorize the Sign Language Interpreting Program. “SACS placed GPC on ‘Warning’,” SLIP Department Chair Damita Boyd said. “Therefore GPC cannot yet start the program or become a level II institution.” A level II institution would classify GPC in allowing graduates to receive Baccalaureate Degrees. Boyd, a four-year member of the department chair, said GPC is currently seeking to offer students a Baccalaureate Degree in Sign Language Interpreting. As of now, the college offers three academic programs to students interested in Sign Language and Sign Language Interpreting: an Associate of Arts degree (AA) in Sign Language, an Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) in Sign Language Interpreting, and Certification in Sign Language Interpreting. The latter two are for students seeking a career in Sign Language Interpreting, while the Associate of Arts is for students who complete
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their two-year academic work and plan to transfwer to four -year colleges and universities, or those coming back into the interpreting program at GPC. General education for an AAS in Sign Language requires about 28-30 hours. “The Certificate Program has no general education,” Boyd said. “But students are encouraged to have a degree already from another institution to enroll in the certification program. The Certification and AAS programs require basic fluency in ASL.” In addition, ASL classes and the Sign Language Interpreting Program seeks to offer strong foundational skills in interpreting and professional conduct, allowing graduates to participate in the community both locally and nationally, as allies and professionals. This initiative supported by the college, and the college through the faculty senate has been approved by the Office of Academic Affairs though GPC still waits for the green light from SACS to trailblaze it into action. The Atlanta Journal Constitution reported that Georgia Perimeter officials expect to have all concerns resolved within a year. “GPC will remain fully accredited through that period,” Georgia Perimeter spokesperson Barbara Obrentz said.
Newton student aff airs counselor teaches students about f ormulating a résumé By Tamesha Campbell
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The content of the résumé is important because it includes an analysis of an individual’s professional experiences and education. Use a maximum of two font styles to maintain consistency, and avoid using borders. Resumes have three main different formats. The chronological format lists education and employment information from most recent to least recent. Resume-writing-tips. com suggests this method for those who have a steady history of employment. It is the most favored by employers because it is the easiest to read. The functional format is for those who have little to no work experience or have been unemployed for some time. It groups experience by types or functions to focus more on an individual’s particular skills. Resume-writing-tips.com warns applicants about this format because it’s not usually preferred
Summer is approaching, and many students are seeking employment. Getting a job can be challenging without the correct resources such as a résumé Student affairs counselor Pamela Coleman hosted a résumé workshop April 1 at the Newton Campus focusing on the Do’s and Don’ts when trying to construct the perfect résumé . “Your résumé will determine how long you will wait in line to be seen and heard,” Coleman said. Résumés should be printed on a letter-sized white or off-white paper in black ink. Ideally, résumés should be one page; however, if important information cannot be omitted, two pages will be acceptable. When it comes to the content, include name, address, telephone number and email address centered at the top of page. Do not title the page as “Resume” because the employer
by employers, but still can come in handy for those who have a good amount of volunteer, project and student activity work. Lastly, a combination method uses both formats to structure a detailed outline of work history. Coleman said in order to get some booster points, include extracurricular activities, any awards received and any volunteer experience. It is important to tailor the information in order to gear towards the specific requirements of the company. Spend time to write a well-organized resume and seek assistance from English professors if needed. Any typos and grammatical errors will give the employer a negative impression of the applicant. “You have 30 seconds to sell yourself to the employer,” said Coleman. Therefore it is important to have a precise, clear-cut resume. A well-written resume will give candidates a chance of being selected for an interview, so spend time in preparing it.
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If you haven't started to think about your summer get-ahead-of-the-game plan, now is a great time to start forging contact with companies where you would like to intern or work. This two-weeks-in-the-making edition is a collection of resources and tips to help you get started.
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Keep Your Eye On The Prize: A bunch of real losers will always try to deter you from your goals. Don’t let them, even if they sit in positions of power over you (like professors, parents, etc.) Grades Matter: Sorry, guys, but goofing off in class doesn’t pay off in the long run unless you’re joining the circus. Suffer through the tedium now to get what you really want later. It’s called delayed gratification, folks! There Will Always Be A Douche: Like stated in the first point, people will try to get in the way of you and your dreams. Some will even go to the point of degrading your dreams to make them seem less worthwhile. No matter how smart these people may seem, ignore them. In the end, they aren’t you. What works for them may not work for you and vice versa. Kick the douche to the curb and keep going. Mind The Roadblocks: Sometimes life just sucks and things happen that make you want to shake your fist and scream “why?” at the universe. Find a way around life’s obstacles (or bulldoze straight through them; we’re not being graded on how graceful we are).
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You can learn from them even away from school. Feel smart all the time! Your respective children can have play dates! Get free help on homework. Have you ever wanted to prank a professor and get away with it? Now you can!
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Do they ever stop teaching? Feel immensely stupid when he or she is around. You can’t sign up for your friend’s classes because there would be a conflict of interest. Is it just me, or do some professors have massive superiority complexes? Do you really want to see your professor outside the classroom setting?
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hat person there, yes, there, standing at the front of the room, droning. Do you know who that person is? Yes, that would be your professor. Now, how smart do you really think your professor is? Should he or she be teaching the class you’re in? Is he or she knowledgeable about a wide variety of subjects or remarkably few? Does he or she even know about the topic being discussed right now? In the education system, students don’t get much of a say in anything, despite promises made by faculty and the student council. We can choose where to go and who to take (for the most part. Anybody with financial problems raise
your hand. No, not literally.) However, what do we do when the very system that should be helping us hurts us instead? In the ideal world, college professors would be completely up-to-date in all research, engaging, and studentoriented. They should be teaching us how to think, not what to think. We should be rewarded when we ask why something must be a certain way. As Noam Chomsky said, though, “The whole educational and professional training system is a very elaborate filter, which just weeds out people who are too independent and who think for themselves, and who don’t know how to be submissive, and so on – because they’re dysfunctional to the institutions.” So, we get potentially very poor instructors, who most likely follow orders very well. I weep for humanity.
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Get Sleep The Night Before: Believe it or not, feeling rested will go a long way to making you perform well. You’ll feel good, look rested, and that’s the first step.
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Identify a Confident Role Model: We all know someone who is incredibly confident (and, yes, a movie star can be your role model). Take a deep breath and start channeling your role model for a nice boost in morale.
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Eat A Good Breakfast: Doesn’t it stink when you’re in the middle of an interview and your stomach starts growling? Part of being confident (or faking it) means starting off your day right, which means eating.
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Jaguars tie f or third place with Gordan in the GCAA By Milly Beccera Collegian Staff
GPC Jaguars hosted the Gordon College Highlanders for a double header match last Saturday afternoon. Jaguar Sam Bragg pitched a great game only allowing five hits during the first game helping the Jaguars take the first win 3-2. Although the Jaguars gave out in the second game losing 5-0 to the Highlanders, they were able to fall into a third place tie with Gordon in the Georgia College Athletic association and beat them three times in a four-game series that week.
Jaguars first scored in the second inning when Cody McCance had an infield hit with Eric Davis on third and Russell Melton on first base. An error thrown from one of the Highlanders allowed Davis to score the first run for the Jaguars. In the third inning the Jaguars bring two more home. Stephen Mason gets an awesome double and takes third base on a wild pitch. He makes it back home on a double hit to right field by Wes Armstrong. Matt Taylor’s single, brings Armstrong in for a 3-1 lead. Gordon’s Corey Harmon hits a single and Brad Sansing gets on base on a throwing error from the Jaguars.
Tyler Hutch hits a sacrifice bunt to place Harmon and Sansing in third and second. Sansing then scores another one for the Highlanders with a sacrifice fly by Devin Bonin bringing Gordon up 3-2. The intense game finally end after Jaguar Kendrick Thompson dives in for a line drive to right center field keeping another scoring run for the Highlanders. The Jaguars are 8-4 and 19-15 overall in the GCAA. The next Jaguar home games will be Friday April 19 against West Georgia Technical College. So come out and show your Jaguar pride!
said,”we were all very shocked and scared at the same time. We didn’t know what was happening to him. I looked over at my other teammates and I could see the fear in their faces” said Harris. Before he passed out Stewart realized that something was wrong.“The most I can remember from that moment was that my heart was beating extra fast when I was playing,” said Marsalis. With his brother by his side, Marsalis was taken to Emory hospital for a week to continue treatment and find the cause for
his incident. Doctors were unable to find the exact cause for his cardiac arrest. He described always maintaining a healthy diet, free of drugs and alcohol and always eating healthy. All he knew was that he would never forget this event. ”Nothing like this has ever happened to me before and it really did frighten me,” said Marsalis. Marsalis is now focusing on encouraging all his fellow athletes to stay on top of their health.
Jaguar passes out on cour t By Milly Beccera Collegian Staff Saturday, Feb. 9 GPC Jaguars men’s basketball player Marsalis Stewart suffered from cardiac arrest that caused his heart to suddenly stop beating. It was not until after an automated external defibrillator (AED) was brought to the scene to produce electric shock to his body to get his heart pumping again, that he was able to open his eyes. Teammate Keenan Harris
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Opinion: ATL Falcons 2013 Draft Strategy By Sergio Jewell Collegian Staff
The Atlanta Falcons were only 10 yards shy from attending their second Super Bowl in the franchise’s history; Therefore, it’s safe to say that this team doesn’t have many holes that need to be filled. With a healthy Matt Ryan, I’m confident Atlanta will have top-5 offense every time they take the field. The defense allowed a ton of yards, but was top-10 in fewest points allowed per-game. That was the only stat in their favor. Atlanta struggled to maintain leads the entire 2012-13 season because of lack of defensive depth along with marginal talent on the defensive line (see NFC Championship). Luckily for the Falcons, the upcoming 2013 NFL Draft has one of the deepest defensive draft classes I’ve seen in years. With 11 total draft picks at his disposal, I think Atlanta GM Thomas Dimitroff will look to trade up for a few reasons. For one, they are barely 3-million under the cap, and that would make it tough to sign all eleven picks. Plus, the best prospects are in the top-half of the draft. Dimitroff has already said that the only way he’ll take a defensive end or tackle in the first round is if they trade up or if one falls to them. Atlanta currently
picks at 30th, the bottom of the first-round. Dimitroff has only worked out three first-round caliber players so far. Linebackers Alec Ogletree (UGA) and Sean Porter (Texas A&M) along with cornerback Desmond Trufant (WU). Many fans are clamoring for Dimitroff to take Desmond Trufant at that pick, but I don’t agree with the suggestion. There will be plenty of talent at corner in the second-round such as David Amerson from North Carolina State or Jonathan Banks from Mississippi State, both of whom have more potential than Trufant. Atlanta should look to trade to the mid-first round and take a player like Jarvis Jones of UGA or Sheldon Richardson from Mizzou, two prospects who have elite talent but have fallen due to either character issues or unhealed injuries. The Falcons just signed Osi Umenyoria, but he’s an aged veteran on the other side of 30. Osi is the only threat we have on the D-line. The Falcons have one of the toughest schedules in the 2013 season. If Atlanta doesn’t draft a linemen or linebacker who can rush the passer on a consistent basis, the elite and duel-threat QB’s we face next season will rip the defense apart. The defensive line has to be a priority going into the draft.
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Get the format right. There are three versions of résumés. 1. Print version Wright stated, a print version is appealing and easy
to read. "If you're actively looking it’s good to always have a résumé on you, you never know," said Wright. She recommended a printed version if you plan to print it out or mail it off to an employer. 2. HTML version (not recommended) “It showcases your work, it allows you to include links,” said Wright. The problem is that sometimes it takes a bit longer for an employers to download the information. “You do not want employers doing additional work to access your resume,” said Wright. She noted that the style works really well with people looking to work in graphic design, visual arts, computer arts,etc. 3. Text only version Wright stated that many employers want to scan your resume in and search it for keywords. The text only version does not have bullets or any fancy formatting. “It’s good for scanning, good for emails and good for posting in resume banks and
databases like careerbuilder and monster.com,” said Wright. Distributing your résumé Responding to ads. "If responding to an advertisement make sure you read the instructions and follow them," said Wright. She made reference to the powerpoint presentation which warned that some sites may specify that you send your resume to a certain email address while others may ask for a reference code. Should you send a cover letter? "The cover letter gives you the opportunity to make yourself shine and tell them how ur going to meet their specific needs," said Wright. How to send the résumé. “Send your résumé in an email, not as attachement,” said Wright. This preferred so that employers do not have to do any extra work to see your resume. She added, some systems reject or delete attachments. Wide
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A step-by-step guide on how to land the job control. “Putting it everywhere is not necessarily a good thing,” said Wright. She added that one thing students should keep in mind is that when placing it everywhere, “you have less control of who is viewing your résumé.” Wright explained that individuals who are searching for jobs and do not want their current employers to know that you are searching should definitely be aware of how visible your information is. Where should I post my resume? “You should choose a couple of large, popular sites i.e. linkedin, careerbuilder, monster and two smaller sites that are targeted towards your specific industry, occupational group or geographic location,” said Wright. "Read the privacy policies," said Wright. She added that you want to know what that site will or will not do with your information. "You want to limit access to your contact information." Modify your information
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“Use your professional email address,” said Wright. She added, that job seekers should also remove ringbacks or music from their voicemails. “You may want to disable those features until you have completed your job search.Everything you do is setting the impression that an employer has for you,” said Wright. Using social media Capitalize on the visibility but make sure you want to make sure that you are presenting yourself professionally. There have been cases where employers have asked for passwords to gain access to facebook profiles. Wright as well as Sharriette Finley have hosted several insightful seminars.To view this powerpoint presentation or any that you may have missed students can see the archive via Online Student Service Course directory.
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worth it Associate Degree raising the requirements needed to obtain a job. An associate degree used to open doors to the professional realm and now it seems they won't take anything less than a bachelor's degree, it's no wonder millions are asking themselves the same question. Is it worth it to get an associate degree in today’s world? Some claim that it’s a waste of time, comparable to a high school degree even
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but a GPC English instructor and writing tutor begs to differ, “From an educator's point of view it prepares you, gives you the proper training for what’s to come when you get your bachelor's.” While it is true that not every high school graduate knows the field that they’d like to get into right out of high school, obtaining an associate degree allows you to get your general education or core classes out of the way at more
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than half the price that a bachelor's would. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor statistics ,obtaining an associate degree far from a waste of time. Studies show that job seekers who had an associate degree were more likely to find a job than seekers who just had a high school diploma. The bottom line is, having an associate degree will make you more marketable and credible to employers.
It will potentially make you more competitive, showing that you’ve invested more time in your education, but most importantly like a GPC health administration student said, “any type of degree is better than having nothing at all. An associate degree is helpful in guiding and helping you explore a path of employment.”
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f things work out as 17-year-old Lanaarai Wilder plans, she will receive her high school diploma and associate’s degree in May 2014. This opportunity is a reality because Wilder, who holds a 3.76 GPA, is a student at DeKalb Early College Academy (DECA), a program which allows the most exceptional youth in Georgia to obtain their high school diploma and acquire college credits towards an associates degree simultaneously. The DECA program is in partnership with GPC. Participants enter the program in the ninth grade and complete their freshman and sophomore courses on the DECA campus. Their junior and senior years are completed exclusively as full-time GPC students. “Going from DECA to GPC makes the academic transition easier,” Wilder said. “DECA prepares you a lot, especially in reading, writing and math – which you’ll do a lot of in college.” Wilder was not enthused about DECA at first. “In the eighth grade I did not want to go because I was excited about going to a normal high school and getting the ‘high school’ experience, said Wilder. Extracurricular activities, sports, groups – like all high school students. Wilder’s mother did not give her the option to choose. She recalled that her mother told her, “you’re going to DECA!”
Wilder came around shortly after she started the program. “I decided since I am here, I will do what I can and excel,” Wilder said. She added, “then the idea of going to college at an early age became appealing! I like it now.” Wilder is now in her third year of high school. “I have two classes to finish high school, and approximately 30 credits to complete my associates,” Wilder said. Wilder will take an environmental science and an economics course at GPC this summer. “Both will count towards my high school diploma and an associates degree,” Wilder said. College courses are not that difficult for Wilder but she confessed that time management is a challenge. “There’s a lot more to handle at one time,” Wilder explained. “High school teachers are aware of students’ course loads, but GPC professors don’t know how much students already have. They put what they want on you,” Wilder said. She added, “This semester I’ve had to manage my time carefully and prioritize which classes are most important.” Wilder has been working with her adviser at DECA to decide what four-year college will be best for her. Wilder wants to stay in Georgia to utilize her Hope Scholarship. She has already received offers from Mercer University and the University of West Georgia.
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p ro g ra m i n Ja m a i c a By Stormy Kage Collegian Staff This summer, GPC is offering its second trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica through its Study Abroad programs from July 5 to July 19. Students will learn while living in paradise on the 15-day trip to the islands. Before students grab their sunscreen and pack their bags, planning beforehand is required. There is a six credit hour minimum attendees must register for. Each course offers three credits and include: PRSP 1010- Perspective on Critical Issues: Caribbean Literary and ENGL 2111- World Literature I, taught by Dr. Nicolette Rose. Also, ANTH 1102- Introduction to Anthropology and GEOG 1101- Introduction to Human Geography will be taught by Prof. Ernie Guyton. Those who decide to go will live in Tobys Resort in Montego Bay. Rooms are double occupancy with private bath, shower and balcony overlooking a garden and pool area. Cost for the trip is $1800 and covers round trip airfare between Atlanta and Montego Bay, accommodations and living, all program related activities, travel health insurance for the duration of the trip, and daily breakfast and lunch. It does not include tuition and books or passport On the schools website, inquirers can find a budget worksheet to help plan for the finances of the trip and an itinerary revealing the daily activities students will partake. Events are full of outdoor excursions including horseback riding through the jungle and coconut groves, water sports on the beach and a walk through Green Grotto Cave. Over the weekend, there will be a 3-day visit to the
historical city of Ocho Rios. There students will learn the histories of Greenwood Great House Plantation, climb the Dunn River Falls waterfalls and relax at a local hotel resort. Out of all the activities, program director and professor, Dr. Rose said, for her, the most rewarding is the service learning concept that will be taught. This year’s service learning activity will be held twice a week through volunteering at an underserved primary school in Maroon Town, Jamaica. Volunteers will assist with reading, computer literacy, tutoring in all subjects, arts and crafts, and sports. “Last year we had a student who was undecided on her major. After assisting with the service learning programs she said she knew right then she wanted to major in education,” said Dr. Rose. “This can be life altering for some students.” Dr. Rose, who has visited the country several times and said she is very familiar with the island, has helped to choose an itinerary that will give students the best learning and cultural experience. “The idea is to infuse these four core courses through learning,” said interim director of Study Abroad, Dr. Moolenaar-Wirsiy. “Students can study a subject about a culture and get out in the community, perform services and experience real life examples.” The first deadline to register is May 3 with an application to the program and $250 non-refundable deposit. For the application and continued deadline details visit www.gpc.edu/gpcglobe/sta. Students are recommended to bring personal spending money, $25-35 a day. All applicants must have at least a 2.0 GPA and meet any prerequisites for the course intended to take. Keep in mind, the classes are held on the Clarkston and Decatur campuses so students who attend other campus will need to adjust.
By Zakkiyyah Thompson Contributor The Gateway to College Academy is a DeKalb County charter school on the Clarkston Campus of GPC designed for students who have not been successful in a traditional high school environment. Serving DeKalb County students ages 16 through 20 years old in grades 10 through 12, the academy can be precisely what some students need. Druid Hills High school student Elizabeth Shores said, “I wasn’t doing too well in high school and I thought this would be a great opportunity for me. I like it! My classmates are unique and my teachers really push us to do what we need to do.” GPC Clarkston campus is the main campus for Gateway to College Academy, located upstairs in the CD building. Gateway students, after finishing two semesters at the Clarkston campus are allowed to transfer to another GPC campus.
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While you may not know the department by name, chances are you use portions of the college’s Auxiliary Services Department often. Each time you stop by the bookstore to pick up a blue book on your way to a midterm exam, hop on over to Campuscafé to pick up some cramming session sustenance (or just refill that large cup of coffee), hit up that vending machine for some midday snacks, print your instructor’s Power Point slides, or copy your classmate’s notes, you use the services of this department. So if you have suggestions, concerns or questions, now is your chance to be heard. The
department is planning to update the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page on the school web site, and is seeking student input. You’re invited to visit the Facebook page (https://www. facebook.com/GPCAuxiliar y) and help the department serve you better. Since the bulk of the department’s operations concentrate on helping GPC’s students navigate their college experience from a non academic point of view, it comes as no surprise that keeping GPC’s students happy is one of the department’s main goals. Your questions and concerns you have will be crucial in deciding what goes on the department website’s upcoming FAQ page. This is your chance to be heard, so don’t delay.
They are students who have not been successful in high school but who wish to get back on track and earn a high school diploma. The Gateway scholarship covers tuition and book fees. Accepted students only have to pay $285 student activity fees per semester due immediately upon acceptance to GPC. After starting the semester students are assigned to learning communities of 19 participants to prepare them for rigorous college courses. The first semester (Foundation Semester) includes literature, writing, math, college survival courses. Near the end of the Foundation semester students take the compass test to determine which classes they will take. Students transition to a full college schedule after successfully completing the Foundation Semester; these college courses are aligned with DeKalb County high school graduation requirements.
month, customers can find support from an online nutritionist. The former football player who now exercises three to four times a week while maintaining a balanced diet, lost his father in 2006 due to complications with diabetes and other weight related ailments. He said this has made him take physical health more seriously. “There are a lot of costs related to an unhealthy lifestyle that range from medical expenses to shortened life expectancy,” said Sam. Baker brought his experience in finance to stress the importance of being financially savvy in the modern world. “Having your financial life in
such order that you have no debt, [you’re] able to pay all your bills on time, live below your means and are in a position to save is financial health,” said Baker. Baker will help those who need assistance come up with budgeting goals and plans to meet their needs. Many of the financial mistakes people make deal with credit cards because it seems easier to charge for a purchase and pay for it later. Baker suggested that is not always the best option. “Pay for yourself now, or pay for it later,” said Baker. “Wallet and Wellness” helped students do just that.
'Wallet and Wellness' program on Newton campus offers tips on financial and physical health By Sydni Jones
Conrtibutor Pay now or pay later. That’s what students learned at a “Wallet and Wellness” event April 3 on the Newton campus that focused on the importance of a physically and financially healthy lifestyle. Former NFL quarterback, Lorne Sam shared tips on physical fitness and Edward Jones financial advisor Royce Baker provided advise on staying fiscally fit. Sam shared his nutrition-based website, E-3healthandwellness. com, that features meal plans and grocery lists, affordable fitness boot camps in the Atlanta area and a Virtu-Tritionist. For $10 a
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Robert Wigfall, director of the Gateway to College Academy said, “There are a few ways they [students] can get an application, they can get it online, from a guidance counselor, at their respective schools, in a library or recreational center and a few churches have brochures and applications.” Each student's graduation timeline depends on his/her required high school requirements, not grade level. Gateway students are able to take college classes and get credit for their high school diploma while working on their Associates degree. Charak Smith from Chamblee High School said, “I didn’t have the credits to graduate. Instead of wasting time in high school, I joined Gateway so I could earn high school and college credits.” To quality for the Gateway program, DeKalb high school students must be classified as high school sophomores, juniors or seniors, have at least six high school units and meet in-state eligibility.
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By LaNaarai Wilder Collegian Staff Thanks to technology, Georgia Perimeter students recently learned about an online bachelor’s degree program available through Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) — during an online seminar. The Director of External Programs at GSW hosted a webinar April 3 at the “Live” Speaker’s Forum on Georgia Perimeter’s Online Business Club page. Shannon Perry spoke with students about the Online Bachelor Program for business majors that GSW offers. Bettie LaDuke and Lee McKinley invited Perry to speak with the business major students about how to transfer from Georgia Perimeter College into the Online Bachelor Program at GSW. Many students logged on to the “Live” Speaker’s Forum for information about the requirements to be accepted, the application process and even internship opportunities. In order to apply for the program at Georgia SouthWestern State University, students must have a copy of their transcript and fill
out an application either online or on paper. Perry said, “once the Admissions Office has determined your eligibility for enrollment at GSW, you’ll receive a letter telling you whether or not you have been accepted. We have a 2.0 GPA requirement to be accepted into GSW and once you’ve been accepted your letter should specify who your adviser will be.” The application process is very similar if not the same as Georgia Perimeter’s. So when applying to GSW or any other universities, you must send in your immunization forms which can be picked up from the Health Center. Even online students must send in their immunization forms because every student will go to campus at east once. Perry continued to describe the application process. “You will also be asked to submit a $45 acceptance deposit. Now this is different from the $25 application fee, but the $45 will go toward your tuition. It reserves your spot in class to say that you are about to attend GSW and you will be enrolling.” Students enrolled in the Online Bachelor Program have to work through their links and videos in order to register for classes.
Therefore, like a campus student must go to orientation and the Storm Day before they officially begin, online students must do the same. The online program has its advantages but each student is still treated like they are students on campus. “Online students are treated as online students so we don’t expect you to attend campus. We don’t expect you to come to Americus at any time unless you choose to. So we have created a series of links that will act as our Storm Day, which is our preview day for our campus and those links will answer the questions for online students that campus students will get through their Storm Day activities,” said Perry Students interested in transferring in to the Online Bachelor Program simply need to apply to GSW as an online-transfer student and send their GPC transcripts along with transcripts from other institutions they may have attended. This application is available via the GSW web site (www.gsw.edu) – go to “Admissions” or click on the “Future Students” portal link. The application can be completed online or printed and mailed in to GSW.
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Photo by Troi Charity By Troi Charity Collegian Staff Students learned about countries from Japan to Somalia without setting foot on an airplane during the International Festival on April 5. on the Georgia Perimeter College Clarkston Campus. GPC student Krisynda Mathis said, "I'm having an awesome time. I heard today was the day. I came last year, so I was looking forward to it." The event, sponsored by the International Club through Student Activity Fees, provided each student a card to get stamped at each country’s exhibit. Once stamped, students could redeem their card for food from various countries, courtesy of the Campus Cafe. Mwoddah Habib, President of the International Students Club, said the festival is important because it offers students a chance to “see different cultures and learn a lot.” Many countries, including
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Mexico, Somalia, France, South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Kenya and Iraq, set up booths to enlighten the students, faculty and guests who visited them. GPC student Malik Knos said, "I learned about a few countries that I had no knowledge before." For GPC student Ayam Kayre, there wasn't a specific country that she was interested in. "I wanted to learn about them all," said Kayre. The GPC Jazz Lab provided live music throughout the event. The International Festival wasn’t just for those attending. It was also a way for GPC’s international students to share their homeland with others. Idil Nur, who represented Somalia, said, “We wanted to embrace our culture and show it to others.” Other festival highlights included dance performances and fashion shows from countries in the Caribbean as well as Japan and Somalia.
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