Remixing: A Deeper Look at Audience and Outcomes

Traditional ideas of assessing whether a student understands what they've learned is a paper, a test or quiz. This doesn't necessarily address the fact that not all students think that way or organize their thoughts in that way. It also promotes the idea that students have to do things the same as others and fit …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovator – Joan Rogerson

We are excited to award the newest Faculty and Staff Innovator Award at CC to none other than Joan Rogerson. As Program Coordinator for the Student Job Center, Joan's work supporting the center and helping place students into jobs both on and off campus has enormous impact on the success and future of the students they …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovators – Centralia College HR Department

The Human Resources Department at Centralia College is another recent recipient of the Faculty/Staff Innovator Award. They are a four person team consisting of Vice President of Human Resources & Legal Affairs, Julie Ledford (Huss), Assistant to HR Director and Benefits Manager, Tammy Remund, Executive Assistant to the VP of HR, Candi Fetch, and HR Consultant, …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovator – Alisha Williams

Alisha Williams is an awardee of the Faculty/Staff Innovator Award at Centralia College. She is in her third quarter teaching English composition as an adjunct instructor for Centralia College. For her first English 102 course, she said she "really wanted something fun that also provided a context for writing." So, she "decided to use a …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovator – Alexander Solomon

Alexander Solomon is a recent awardee of the innovator award at Centralia College. He is an artist and Assistant Professor of Art and Graphics at Centralia College. He is being recognized for his innovations in teaching art, including his recent research and development of a Computer Graphics 2 course, where students make 3D and 2D models …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovator – Kelli Bloomstrom

Kelli Bloomstrom is another recently recognized innovator at Centralia College. She is the Dean of Transitional Education & Centralia College East and known for her exceptional work ethic, as well as how much she sells herself and her abilities short. Something she never lacks in is supporting her faculty, staff and the students in her …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovator – Melissa Williams

Melissa Williams is another of Centralia College's recently recognized innovators. She is a Communications Assistant Professor who teaches English, Public Speaking, Intro to mass Media and Intercultural Communication courses. Melissa is quite adept at thinking outside the box, searching for solutions and for how to make things easier for her students. In her own words: …

Congratulations to Faculty/Staff Innovator – Otto Rabe

Otto Rabe is one of our recently recognized innovators. He is the Professor of Accounting/Business at Centralia College, where he teaches, manages the Forensic Accounting Club (FAC) and the VITA Tax center. The VITA, or Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, program is offered as a service to the community from accounting students at Centralia College. This …

Want to Help Students Start the Term Off Well? Tell Them About Week Zero

The blessed occasion is almost upon us here at Centralia College. Start of the term - Yay! There are some important things you can do as an educator or student services member to help students start the term off well. Having a friendly face, giving clear directions or expectations are a couple of ideas, but …

An eLearning Moment – Late Nite in the Library with Jessica Ramirez

Please enjoy this interview with Jessica Ramirez about Late Nite at the Library that just happened in Kirk Library to help students prepare for finals. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzQOVz_NHAc