DCP Newsletter (April, 2011) by Tiffin University

April 2011

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DCP New Staff Highlight JULIE ALLEN Financial Aid Counselor We would like to take the opportunity to welcome Julie Allen as the new Financial Aid Counselor for Degree Completion students. She is a graduate of Tiffin University’s Business Administration Program with double majors in Finance and Managerial Studies. After nearly 13 years in a manufacturing plant Julie made two important observations. One, her salary had remained nearly unchanged. Two, despite the pay it was likely the company could close the doors in order to pursue cheaper labor. Indeed, within two years of beginning college classes fulltime, the plant where she was employed shut down. Julie feels her experience as an adult student will allow her to connect with the DCP students in a real way. She is particularly excited to be helping her students and completely believes their decision to pursue a degree will change the course of their lives forever. She looks forward to being a small part of that.

ATTENTION GRADUATING CLASS OF 2011 In recognition of reaching this educational milestone, Tiffin University’s Office of Degree Completion and the Office of Graduate Admissions & Student Services cordially invites the TU Graduating Class of 2011, family members and guests to a Pre-Commencement Reception. Friday, May 6, 2011 – 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in Franks Hall Light refreshments will be served Commencement is Saturday, May 7th in the Gillmor Student Center Gymnasium Congratulations! Founded in 1888, Tiffin University is proud to offer a personal and practical education for motivated, professionally focused students who want real-world experiences and results.

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RSVP to StrongJ@tiffin.edu or 800.968.6446, x3592

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Important DCP Reminders

Summer 2011 Ivy Bridge College Course Schedule

2011-2012 FAFSA If you have not already Complete your FAFSA done so, it is time to file your 2011-12 FAFSA. at www.fafsa.ed.gov As soon as you have completed and filed your 2010 Federal Tax Return you should file your FAFSA for the new academic year. To complete your FAFSA, go to www.fafsa.ed.gov. You will also need your Federal PIN. If you don’t remember your PIN, you can request a new one at www.pin.ed.gov. It is important that you enter Tiffin University’s school code, 003121, prior to submitting the FAFSA.

If you have outstanding non-module courses still to complete and are interested in taking them this summer 2011 semester with Ivy Bridge College, Tiffin University’s online Associates Program, please click on the following link: http://www.tiffin.edu/degreecomp/ IvyBridgeSummer2011CourseSchedule.pdf

The cost per course in summer 2011 is $315 per credit hour. This does not include the cost of books. Tuition for these courses will be added to your TU bill. Your TU Financial Aid may be able to help cover the cost of Ivy Bridge College courses if you have additional funds available after the cost of your DCP tuition. Funding for summer 2011 courses will be taken from your 2011-2012 Financial Aid package. If you have not already applied for your 2011-2012 Financial Aid, please do so immediately. The link to the FAFSA application is: www.fafsa.ed.gov/

TRANSCRIPTS All students are required to have all transcripts on file with Tiffin University by the end of their first term in the Degree Completion Program. If your transcript file is not yet complete, please request that your official transcripts are sent to: Tiffin University Office of Degree Completion 155 Miami Street Tiffin, OH 44883

Please contact your advisor with any questions and to schedule courses through Ivy Bridge College.

CHANGE OF CONTACT INFORMATION Will you have a change in your contact information? If so, please make sure your academic advisor is aware of this change as soon as possible. This updated information will then be shared with all appropriate campus offices so there is no delay in exchange of information between Tiffin University and you, the student.

Discount for Graduate Students continue your education with tiffin university! Alumni of Tiffin University’s bachelor’s degree program are eligible for a discount of $150 per credit hour. Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Education (MEd) Master of Humanities (MH) Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ)

If a student wants to change their name due to getting married, divorced or other circumstances, please be aware that the Registrar’s office will now require legal documentation before the change can take place. Students can send a copy of their divorce decree, marriage license, or updated Social Security card to the Registrar. Please fax documentation to Amy Wood at 419-4435008.

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Student Highlight Excellence in the Field of Study DCP Award Winners Each year, an Excellence in the Field of Study award is given to one graduating student in each major with a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or above. Awardees are chosen by the faculty for both their academic performance and their contribution to learning and life. The faculty and staff of the Degree Completion Program are thrilled to announce this year’s Excellence in the Field of Study Award winners: Excellence in the Field of Study in Organizational Management SHAHARA JORDAN Shahara Jordan is graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Organizational Management from Tiffin University’s Online Degree Completion Program with a 3.77 GPA. Ms. Jordan is a shining star of the Degree Completion Program. A single mom, Ms. Jordan is the soul caregiver to her two young children, 13 year-old Aiyana and 6 year-old Amarion, holds down a full-time job as a Tax Agent at the Ohio Department of Taxation, and all the while maintains excellent grades in her DCP courses. In addition to job, school and family, Ms. Jordan volunteers at her daughter’s school and is very active in her church choir. She is an excellent role model for her children, showing them that hard work and a good education can and will bring them success. Ms. Jordan plans to start the MBA online program at Tiffin University in fall 2011.

person who sets goals for herself, meets the requirements for completion of her goals, and moves on to her next objective. She has proven herself to be an asset in every environment in which she has been placed, and there is no doubt that Andrea will continue to be successful in her endeavors. Excellence in the Field of Study in Professional Studies ELIJAH WHITE Eli White is graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies from Tiffin University’s Online Degree Completion Program with a 3.8 GPA. Mr. White started his education over 13 years ago when taking post-secondary courses at his local college while simultaneously finishing up his high school diploma, completing his Associate’s degree immediately thereafter. He then began his career in the health care field, quickly realizing that his true calling in life is to help others. Eli has now worked in respiratory care for over 10 years. In 2010, Mr. White made the decision to attend Tiffin University to earn his Bachelor of Professional Studies, looking to better himself in the work force and serve as a positive role model for his three young children. Eli has shown exceptional motivation within the Degree Completion Program while juggling work, being a devoted husband and helping to raise his family. In this time, Eli has also earned his Lean Six Sigma Black Belt in Karate, making him a true Karate Master.

Excellence in the Field of Study in Justice Administration ANDREA SOKOL Andrea had a short lived career in the dental laboratory industry. Not being sure that this was the career for her, she began investigating alternatives. Her search led her to Tiffin University and our online BCJ Justice Administration Program. Her studies with us have led her to have an interest in law studies. Upon completion of her degree with us she plans to attend law school. During her time with us, Andrea maintained a 4.0 GPA, while being very active in her community, working, and family life. Andrea is the type of

DCP Admissions/Student Services team AMY WOOD

ASHLEY RUNION

woodar@tiffin.edu

runiona@tiffin.edu

JEREMY MARINIS

JODY STRONG

Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions (800) 968-6446, ext. 3301

Student Services Counselor (800) 968-6446, ext. 3592

marinisjj@tiffin.edu

strongj@tiffin.edu

MARY ELLEN DENNY

KRISTYN WILKINS

Assistant Director Student Services Counselor (800) 968-6446, ext. 3185

Director, Columbus Academic Center and Acting Director, Fremont Academic Center (800) 968-6446, ext. 3448

dennyme@tiffin.edu

wilkinske@tiffin.edu

NANCY GOLINSKI

THOMAS WYNN

Director, Northeast Ohio Academic Centers (800) 968-6446, ext. 3189

Director, Cincinnati Academic Center (513) 262-6790

golinskin@tiffin.edu

wynnte@tiffin.edu

Director of Academic Centers (800) 968-6446, ext. 3372

DEB KAYA

Coordinator of Enrollment Management Services for Degree Completion Programs (800) 968-6446, ext. 3191

DCP Academic Staff NANCY SULLIVAN

kayad@tiffin.edu

Dean of Degree Completion Programs (800) 968-6446, ext. 3188

JODY KILPATRICK

sullivann@tiffin.edu

Director, Brunswick Academic Center (866) 933-5182, ext. 3562

VICKI FRANTZ

YAW MAMPHEY

frantzvl@tiffin.edu

kilpatrickj@tiffin.edu

Coordinator of Admissions Operations (800) 968-6446, ext. 3374 mampheyyo@tiffin.edu

KRISTIN PAYNE

Director of Northwest Ohio Academic Center (800) GO OWENS, ext. 6131 payneka@tiffin.edu

Online Admissions Representative (800) 968-6446, ext. 3587

Administrative Assistant (800) 968-6446, ext. 3184

PATTI SEEL

Program Assistant (800) 968-6446, ext. 3190 seelp@tiffin.edu