2025
Hsun-Yu (Sharon) Chuang, PhD, assistant
professor of speech and communication, presented ”Global
Disparities in the Experiences of First-generation Students from
the Global North and South in U.S. Higher Education” at the
Central States Communication Association annual conference in
Cincinnati, OH, on April 3-5, 2025.
Hsun-Yu (Sharon) Chuang, PhD, assistant
professor of speech and communication, presented ”Exploring
Intersectional and Communicative Approaches to Maternal-Child
Health” at the Central States Communication Association annual
conference in Cincinnati, OH, on April 3-5, 2025.
Hsun-Yu (Sharon) Chuang, PhD, assistant
professor of speech and communication, Molly Wiant Cummins, PhD,
assistant professor at University of
Texas-Arlington, presented ”Widening the Scope of
(Public) Grief” at the Central States Communication Association
annual conference in Cincinnati, OH, on April 3-5, 2025.
Rachel Pritchard, PhD, assistant professor of
biological and physical sciences, presented “Case Studies in the
Postsecondary Classroom: Making Biology Relevant, Interesting,
and Fun” at the 2025 National Science Teaching Association annual
meeting in Philadelphia, PA, on March 28, 2025.
2024
Presentations
James Jarc, EdD, dean of arts and sciences, and
Toni Johnson, PhD, Dean of Academic Services at
North Central State College presented “Distance Ed Done Well…An
Inventory of How Ohio’s Community Colleges Are Working to Improve
Outcomes In Online Learning” at the 2024 Ohio Association of
Community Colleges Student Success Leadership Institute (SSLI)
conference held at Columbus State on Sept. 13, 2024.
Hsun-Yu (Sharon) Chuang, PhD, assistant
professor of speech and communication, presented at the Ohio
Communication Association annual conference on Oct. 4, 2024, at
Cleveland State University. Her presentation, based on
autoethnographic research was titled, “A Breath that Saves Two
Lives: An Immigrant Woman’s Vulnerable Transition to Motherhood.”
Publications
James Jarc, EdD, dean of arts and sciences,
(2024) “[Review of the book: Media Backends: Digital
Infrastructures & Sociotechnical Relations. Urbana, IL:
University of Illinois Press. Parks. L., Velkova, J., and De
Ridder, S., (Eds).],” published in Communication Research Trends,
43(3), p. 21.
2023
Appointments
Lauren Massie was appointed dean of technical
studies in August 2023. She joins the COTC team after a long
leadership term at C-TEC of Licking County and various posts
at the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
James T. Jarc, EdD, was appointed dean of arts
and sciences in August 2023. Jarc has served the college most
recently as associate dean for online campus and teaching &
learning, and as a full-time faculty member in the digital media
design program prior to that.
Degrees, Certifications and Training
Maey Gharbiah, associate professor
of biological and physical sciences, completed the ACUE
Certificate in Effective College Instruction.
Ben Hampshire, assistant director of student
success, completed the ACUE Certificate in Effective College
Instruction.
Ashley Hughes, admissions technology
coordinator, was selected and participated in a Women’s
Leadership Summit hosted by Ohio University.
Seth Kim, economics faculty, recently completed
a logistics and supply chain micro-credential from Denison Edge.
Seth is also pursuing his PhD in Leadership Studies with a
concentration in Business from the University of the Cumberlands.
Presentations
Emily Chovanec, associate professor of nursing,
and James Jarc, EdD, dean of arts and sciences,
presented at the Ohio Association of Two Year Colleges conference
on Oct. 20 in Lorain, Ohio. Their session, titled “Changing the
culture starting at ground ‘0′” explored the work COTC has done
to improve professional development at the college.
James
Jarc, EdD, dean of arts and
sciences, and Jon
Jarc, high school educator,
presented “Unleashing the Potential: Exploring ChatGPT and
AI Applications in Higher Education” at the Ohio
Communication Association annual conference on Oct. 6 at Kent
State University Stark.
Steven Huizenga, PhD, professor of philosophy,
and James Jarc, EdD, associate dean for online
campus and teaching and learning, presented at the Online
Learning Consortium “Innovate” Conference in Nashville. Their
presentation, “Quality Assurance In Online Education” highlighted
the work that the eLearning Champions Committee has done toward
fostering excellence in COTC’s online campus.
Melanie Garrabrant was invited to present as
part of an Education
First Student Success webinar series on Jan. 30, 2023.
Her presentation titled, “Enter the Path: Intake Processes that
help students choose and enter their pathway,” focused on dual
enrollment, College Credit Plus (CCP) pathway work COTC has done
to help provide students early exposure to transfer and career
pathways.
Gary Johnson, professor of fire science
technology and technical rescue, presented at the spring
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) on
the IFSAC Degree Assembly accreditation process and how to
prepare a “self-study” for accreditation (April).
Publications
James Jarc, EdD, dean of arts and sciences,
(2023) ”[Review of the book: Geographies of the Internet. New
York, NY: Routledge. Warf, Barney (Ed). (2021).],” published in
Communication Research Trends, 42(3), 32-34.
2022
Appointments
Kendrah Cunningham, MSN, RN, Associate
Nursing Programs Administrator, has been selected as a member of
Cohort 2 (March-June 2022) of the Organization for Associate
Degree Nursing (OADN) Leadership Institute. The OADN Leadership
Institute is the ONLY national program exclusively focused on ADN
nursing faculty and deans/directors seeking opportunities to
enhance their leadership competencies and skills.
Lori Peden, MSN, professor of nursing, was
inducted into the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing
(OADN) Academy for Associate Degree Nursing. The Academy of
Associate Degree Nursing was established to
recognize remarkable contributions as role models for
student, faculty colleagues, and as advocates for associate
degree nursing education. Nov. 19, 2022.
Awards
Stephen Pierce, student success coach, received
the STAR Award for autumn semester 2022.
Degrees and Certifications
Bonnie Buchanan, MBA, professor of business management
technology, earned the Canvas Certified
Educator certification in higher education. Canvas is a
web-based learning management system. Certification demonstrates
mastery of the platform. September 2022.
Megan Hughett, MSW, LISW-S, received her certificate of
completion in EMDR Therapy Training as required by the EMDR
National Association. EMDR is a treatment method used to help
combat traumatic experiences and other mental health disorders.
February 2022.
Cindy Nauer, MEd, professor of business management technology,
earned the Canvas Certified Educator certification in higher
education. Canvas is a web-based learning management system.
Certification demonstrates mastery of the platform.
Presentations
Melinda Brillhart, EdD, associate professor of
diagnostic medical sonography technology (DMS), and Eric
Heiser, provost, presented “Strategic Pathway Design” on
the design and implementation of COTC’s Bachelor of Applied
Science in DMS at the Community College Baccalaureate
Association (CCBA) National Conference in Tucson, Arizona, on
Feb. 18.Emily Chovanec, associate professor of
nursing, and Jeri Whiteus, assistant
professor of nursing, presented “Rocking the Future: Maslow
Before Bloom’s” at the Ohio Association of Two-Year
Colleges (OATYC) annual conference in Cleveland on Oct. 7.
Melanie Garrabrant, MA, Director of
Admissions & Recruitment and James Jarc, MA, EdD,
Associate Dean for Online Campus and Teaching & Learning
presented “Starting Strong: Improving the New Student Orientation
Experience at COTC” at the Ohio Association of Community Colleges
Student Success Leadership Institute, September, 2022
Melanie Garrabrant, MA, Director of
Admissions & Recruitment; James Jarc, MA, EdD, Assistant
Professor of Digital Media Design; and Ashley
Siesel, Business Analyst, Office of Technology and Digital
Innovation, presented “Creating Connections: Improving New
Student Orientation using Integrated Campus Technology” at the
annual Ohio Educational Technology Conference, February 2022.
Gary Johnson, professor of fire science
technology and technical rescue, presented at the spring
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) in
Oklahoma City on the IFSAC accreditation process (April).
Gary Johnson, professor of fire science
technology and technical rescue, presented at the autumn
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) in
St. John’s Newfoundland, Canada on the IFSAC Degree Assembly
accreditation process and how to prepare a “self-study” to
prepare for accreditation (October).
Lisa Varrasso, associate professor of
English and communications, participated in the “Exploring
Faculty Perspectives on Improving Teaching and Learning” panel
discussion at the Ohio Association of Community College’s
Leadership Academy for Student Success on Dec. 1.
Publications
James Jarc, EdD, associate dean for online
campus and teaching & learning, (2022) ”[Review of the
book: Technology. Media Literacy, and the Human Subject: A
Posthuman Approach. Cambridge: Open Book Publishers. Lewis,
R.S. (2021).],” published in Communication Research Trends,
41(4), 24-25.
James Jarc, EdD, associate dean for online
campus and teaching & learning, (2022) ”[Review of the
book: Handbook of Digital Inequality. Cheltenham, UK: Edward
Elgar Publishing Limited,. Hargittai, E. (Ed.), 2021.],”
published in Communication Research Trends, 41(2), 19-22.
2021
Appointments
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of DIgital Media
Design, appointed to the board of directors for Behavioral
Healthcare Partners of Central Ohio, Inc. He will serve a 4-year
term with the organization.
Awards and Honors
Cooperider, MSN, EdD, Susan, (full-time) has been awarded
the Teaching Excellence Award for the 2020-21 academic
year by Central Ohio Technical College. This award is presented
annually to one full-time and one part-time faculty member in
recognition of and to promote teaching excellence. Faculty
members are nominated by enrolled students with the winner
selected by a faculty committee.
McGregor, Joseph, (part-time) has been awarded the Teaching
Excellence Award for the 2020-21 academic year by Central
Ohio Technical College. This award is presented annually to
one full-time and one part-time faculty member in recognition of
and to promote teaching excellence. Faculty members are nominated
by enrolled students with the winner selected by a faculty
committee.
Degrees and Certifications
Ford, MS, BA, RDMS (AB, OB) RVT, Natasha, Instructor for
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology was conferred the degree
of Master of Science – Healthcare Administration from Southern
New Hampshire University. March 2021.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, received certifications from Adobe as an Adobe Certified
Professional in both web and visual design, and as an Adobe
Creative Educator (level II).
Reese, MEd, RT [R], CT, Whitney, Assistant Professor and Clinical
Coordinator for Radiologic Science Technology, has received ARRT
certification and registration in Computed Technology (CT).
January 2021.
Interviews, Commentaries and News Media Publications
Cooperider, MSN, EdD, Susan, featured in the Newark Advocate’s
Ace of Trades section. Aces of Trades: Susan Cooperider combines
love of teaching, nursing at COTC, Nov. 1, 2021
Presentations, Panel Discussions and Workshops
Garrabrant, MA, Melanie, Director of Admissions & Recruitment and
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, presented “Starting Strong: Improving the Orientation
Experience for Dual Enrollment Students” at the Ohio Association
of Dual Enrollment Programs annual virtual conference in
November, 2021.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, facilitated the workshop, “Inviting Students to Shine –
Creative Tools for Innovation and Expression in the Communication
Class” at the Ohio Communication Association annual conference in
Youngstown, OH, October 2021.
Gary Johnson, professor of fire science
technology and technical rescue, presented at the autumn
International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) in
Tulsa Oklahoma on the IFSAC accreditation process and
CHEA-mandated assessment processes and requirements (October).
Publications
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, FAADN, Sandra Y., Dean for Technical
Studies, “Due Process in Nursing Education: Reprise”, published
in the Official Journal of the Organization for Associate Degree
Nursing, Teaching and Learning in Nursing. (January 2021). Read
here until March 12, 2021.
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, FAADN, Sandra Y., Dean for Technical
Studies, “Professional boundaries in nursing education: is this
our blind spot?”, published in the Official Journal of the
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing, Teaching and Learning
in Nursing. (October 2021). Read here until August 28, 2021.
2020
Appointments
Heiser, PhD, Eric A. Provost, has been appointed to serve on
Ohio’s Military Strategic Implementation Team (MSIT). MSIT was
created to provide guidance and oversight on the implementation
of Ohio HB488 recommendations across Ohio’s public colleges and
universities ensuring that veterans are receiving the appropriate
credit and credentialing for their military training, experience
and coursework. December 2020.
Heiser, PhD, Eric A. Provost, has been appointed to the
Commission on Economic and Workforce Development of the American
Association of Community Colleges (AACC). He will serve a
three-year term (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023).
Maple, EdD, Vicki, Vice President for Economic Development and
Innovative Workforce Solutions, has been appointed to the
Commission on Economic and Workforce Development of the American
Association of Community Colleges (AACC). She will serve a
three-year term (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023).
Reese, M.Ed., R.T. ®, Whitney, is serving as Chair on the Ohio
Society of Radiologic Technologists Education and Research
Foundation Board of Directors, (April 2020 – April 2022).
Awards and Honors
Arnold, MSW, LISW-S, HS-BCP, Tressa, Human Services Program
Director, is recipient of the Region 8 Social Worker of the Year
award from the National Association of Social Workers.
Bressoud, Suzanne C. director of marketing and public
relations for Ohio State Newark and COTC was presented the
2020 Julius S. and Joette Greenstein Award from Central Ohio
Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark, August
2020.
Goudy, PhD, Kimberly (full-time) has been awarded
the Teaching Excellence Award for the 2019-20 academic
year by Central Ohio Technical College. This award is presented
annually to one full-time and one part-time faculty member in
recognition of and to promote teaching excellence. Faculty
members are nominated by enrolled students with the winner
selected by a faculty committee.
Gualtieri, Percella has been awarded the 2020 Elsevier
Educator of the Year award by the Foundation of the Organization
for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN). November 2020.
Kirst, Pamela (part-time) has been awarded the Teaching
Excellence Award for the 2019-20 academic year by Central
Ohio Technical College. This award is presented annually to
one full-time and one part-time faculty member in recognition of
and to promote teaching excellence. Faculty members are nominated
by enrolled students with the winner selected by a faculty
committee.
Read, Kris, manager of web and digital learning, was named to the
Newark Advocate’s “20 Under 40 Award” which recognizes
outstanding young professionals who have distinguished themselves
in Licking County each year.
Reese, MEd, RT [R], Whitney, assistant professor and clinical
coordinator for Radiologic Science Technology, was named to the
Newark Advocate’s “20 Under 40 Award” which recognizes
outstanding young professionals who have distinguished themselves
in Licking County each year.
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, FAADN, Sandra Y. COTC dean for
technical studies, has been selected for induction into the
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing’s (OADN) Academy for
Associate Degree Nursing (AADN) by the fellows of the AADN.
Walker’s designation as a fellow of the AADN, recognizing her
outstanding contributions to associate degree nursing education,
will be officially bestowed during the annual OADN 2020 Virtual
Town Hall meeting.
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, Sandra Y., COTC dean of technical
studies, was presented the 2020 Bobbie Anderson Leadership Award
by the Foundation of the Organization for Associate Degree
Nursing (OADN) in a virtual award ceremony. The award
is given annually to an educator or nursing program
administrator who has demonstrated exceptional leadership within
his or her institution and community, at the state and national
levels. (November 2020).
Weirick, EdD, Chad W. COTC dean of general education
and transfer programs, was presented the Dissertation of the Year
award from The University of West Florida. His dissertation topic
was Assessing Multiple Placement Methods for College Mathematics
at a Two-Year College. Weirick completed his Doctorate of
Education in Curriculum and Assessment in May 2019. The award was
presented via a virtual ceremony on August 21, 2020.
Degrees and Certifications
Bowman, RRT, RN, MSN, MEd, DNP, Kris, Associate Professor, has
completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from the
University of Northern Kentucky. August 2020.
Cooperider, EdD, MSN, RN, Susan, assistant professor, has
completed her Doctorate of Education in Education and Leadership
Healthcare from Nebraska Methodist College, conferred December
2020.
Orr, Lisa, assistant director of business and finance, has
graduated as a fellow of the first Ohio Leadership Academy for
Student Success. The academy, organized by the Ohio Association
of Community Colleges (OACC) is the first of its kind in the
nation to gather mid-level administrators, faculty and staff for
a year of training, exchanging ideas and immersion in how to
promote student success. October 2020.
Weaver, Bruce, director of the Center for Student Success, has
graduated as a fellow of the first Ohio Leadership Academy for
Student Success. The academy, organized by the Ohio Association
of Community Colleges (OACC) is the first of its kind in the
nation to gather mid-level administrators, faculty and staff for
a year of training, exchanging ideas and immersion in how to
promote student success. October 2020.
Presentations and Panel Discussions
Carpenter, EdD, MSN, RN, CNE, June, (Annie), nursing program
administrator, participated as panelist for “From Pipeline to
Frontline: Navigating the COVID Storm” at the Ohio League for
Nursing (OLN) virtual fall conference, November 2020.
Peden, MSN, CNE, RN, Lori, Poster presentation:
“Effective Nursing Student Advising Program Design Using
Evidence-based Practices: Individual Attention, Growth Mindset,
and a Trauma Informed Approach”, Organization for Associate
Degree Nursing (OADN) National Conference, November 2020.
Publications
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, “[Review of the book Painting Publics: Transnational
Legal Graffiti Scenes as Spaces for Encounter. Bruce, C.F.],”
published in Communication Research Trends, 39(3) 35-36.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, “Jarc, J. (2020). [Review of the book Young and Creative:
Digital Technologies Empowering Children in Everyday Life. Eleá,
I., and Mikos, L. (Eds.)],” published in Communication Research
Trends, 39(2) 28-31.
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, Sandra, dean for technical
studies, “Understanding Title IX: Implications for Higher
Education”, published in the Organization for Associate Degree
Nursing’s Teaching and Learning in Nursing. (September 2020).
2019
Appointments
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, appointed to the executive board of the Ohio
Communication Association as the Communication Coordinator. He
will serve in the position for a 2-year term.
Johnson, MBA, MIFireE, Gary, Fire Science Technology Program
Director, appointed to the Degree Assembly Board of Governors for
the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress
(IFSAC). Additionally, he chairs the IFSAC Criteria Committee.
Reese, MEd., RT ®, Whitney, has
been appointed as co-editor of Cardinal Rays, the
bi-monthly newsletter of the Ohio Society of Radiologic
Technologists. (July 2019).
Shay, Nicholas M., Assistant Professor of Mathematics, appointed
to serve on the Ohio Educator Standards Board through the 2021
term representing educators across all two year colleges in the
state. Ohio Department of Higher Education. June 2019.
Awards and Scholarships
Bowman, Kris, RRT, RN, MSN, MEd, was awarded the 2019
Castle Branch Educator Scholarship for Professional Development
from the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN)
Foundation Board of Directors, November 2019.
Peden, MS, RN, Lori, was presented the 2019 Julius S.
and Joette Greenstein Award from Central Ohio Technical College
and The Ohio State University at Newark, August 2019.
Peden, MS, RN, Lori, received the Outstanding
Excellence in Teaching Award, Ohio League for Nursing (OLN) March
2019. OLN Annual Meeting.
Certifications
Shoen, EdD, MSM, RDMS (AB, OB, BR), RVT, RDCS (AE, FE),
Melinda, Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director &
Associate Professor received credentialing in fetal
echocardiography (FE) June 2019. American Registry for Diagnostic
Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Degrees conferred
Brillhart, EdD, David, Vice President for Business and Finance,
has completed his Doctorate of Leadership Studies from Ashland
University, conferred December 2019.
Carpenter, EDD, MSN, RN, CNE, June, (Annie), Nursing Program
Administrator, has completed her Doctorate of Education in
Education and Leadership Healthcare from Nebraska Methodist
College, conferred December 2019.
Maple, EdD, Vicki, Vice President for Economic Development and
Innovative Workforce Solutions, has completed her Doctorate of
Leadership Studies from Ashland University, conferred December
2019.
Moyer, MSN, RN, CNEcl, CPN Instructor, Tamara S., has
attained the Certified Clinical Nurse
Educator (CNEcl) credential from the National League
for Nursing. March 2019.
Weirick, EdD, Chad W., has completed his Doctorate of
Education in Curriculum and Assessment from The University
of West Florida, conferred May 2019.
Presentations
Garrett, MSN, RN, Laura; Ingersol, MSN,
RN, Karen; Peden, MSN, CNE, RN, Lori, Poster
presentation: ”Facilitating Caring Measures in Student
Advising: Evidence-Based Practices Incorporating Individual
Attention”, 2019 Ohio League for Nursing (OLN) Education
Summit, Dublin, OH, Mar. 29, 2019.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, & Read, MBA, Kris, Panel
presentation: ”Building skills through relationships and
experiential learning: A framework for cross-campus curriculum
implementation.” Franklin University 2019 Innovation in Teaching
and Learning Conference, Columbus, OH, October 18, 2019.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, & Read, MBA, Kris, Panel
presentation: “‘You Want Us to Build WHAT⁈’: How 8 students
designed and deployed a project management application in just 15
weeks.” Ohio Association of Two-year Colleges 2019 Conference,
Marion, OH, October 11, 2019.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James (co-presented with Nauman, J. North
Central State College, & Papajcik, J. of Stark State College),
Panel presentation: “Bringing OER (open educational resources) to
the public speaking classroom.” 2019 Ohio Communication
Association Conference, Cincinnati, OH, October 5, 2019.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Great Ideas For Teaching Students (GIFTS)
presentation: “Helping Students Manage Time and Anxiety in the
Public Speaking Classroom; An Applied Semiotic Approach.” 2019
Ohio Communication Association Conference, Cincinnati, OH,
October 5, 2019.
Johnson, MBA, MIRireE, Gary, (ret. Chief Marysville
F.D.), Day long class: “Leading and Managing Change,” Ohio
Fire Executives (OFE) program. OFE is an executive
development program for fire chiefs as well as senior officers in
Ohio’s fire service. December 2018.
Moyer, MSN, RN, CNEcl, CPN Instructor, Tamara
S.; Kelly, BSN, RN, CPN, Kim, Poster
presentation: ”Proposed Collaborative Clinical Nurse
Educator Orientation to Improve Student Learning and Patient
Safety Outcomes”, 2019 Ohio League for Nursing
(OLN) Education Summit, Columbus, OH. March 2019.
Moyer, MSN, RN, CNEcl, CPN Instructor, Tamara
S.; Kelly, BSN, RN, CPN, Kim, Poster
presentation: ”Proposed Collaborative Clinical Nurse
Educator Orientation to Improve Student Learning and Patient
Safety Outcomes”, 2019 National Quality and Safety Education
for Nurses (QSEN) Conference, Cleveland, OH. May 2019.
Moyer, MSN, RN, CNEcl, CPN Instructor, Tamara
S.; Kelly, BSN, RN, CPN, Kim, Poster
presentation: ”Educating the Non-academic Clinical Nursing
Instructor: A Collaborative Initiative”, 2019 Organization
for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Convention, Louisville, KY.
November 2019.
Smith, Lora, Breakout session: “Teaching Instrumentation:
Learning with Speed and Repetition,” Association of Surgical
Technologists 22nd annual Surgical Technology Educators
Conference, Tempe, AZ, Feb. 7-9, 2019.
Publications
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, and Jarc, J.P.; “Teaching with transformational
technology: Building a postheroic ethos in leadership education.”
Published in Allen, S., Gower, K., & Allen,
D.(Eds.), Handbook of Teaching with Technology in
Management, Leadership, and Business. (on press).
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, Assistant Professor of Digital Media
Design, “Why a wiki works: Leveraging technology’s sociotechnical
affordances to support classroom culture and enhanced
student learning.” Published in Explorations in Media
Ecology, 18 (4), 441-448. December, 2019.
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, Sandra, dean for health sciences,
nursing programs administrator, “Courage in Clinical Instruction
Part I: Protecting Patients While Assuring Due Process”,
published in Teaching and Learning in Nursing, pgs.
138-139, (April 2019). Read article.
Recognitions
Nassirharand, PhD, Amir F., Assistant Professor of
Engineering Technology, was recognized by the Accreditation Board
for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) for his exemplary
work as a peer reviewer of post-secondary institutions for
accreditation in engineering technology.
2018
Appointments
Reese, M.Ed., R.T. ®, Whitney, appointed as Vice
Chair on the Ohio Society of Radiologic Technologists Education
and Research Foundation Board of Directors, (April 2018 –
April 2020). She will then serve as Board
Chair (April 2020 – April 2022.).
Awards
Holmes, Teresa, recipient of Top Cop award from the Licking
County Sheriff’s Office (June 2018). Read more.
Long, Ph.D., Thomas, recipient of the Part-time Teaching
Excellence award at Central Ohio Technical College (for FY
2017-18). Read more.
Shay, Nicholas, associate professor of mathematics, recipient of
the Full-time Teaching Excellence award at Central Ohio Technical
College (for FY 2017-18). Read more.
Wagner, Wesley, Recipient of Correctional Training Officer of the
Year awarded by the American Jail Association (2018). Read
more.
Certifications
McGuire, Erin K., associate professor, Department of English
and Communications, completed a certificate in professional
editing from UC Berkeley Extension. Dec. 2018.
Peden, MSN, CNE, RN, Lori, has attained the Certified
Nurse Educator (CNE) credential from the National
League for Nursing. December 2018.
Grants & Scholarships
Cooperider, MSN, RN, Susan, Castle Branch educator scholarship
for academic progression awarded by the Organization for
Associate Degree Nursing (OADN), 2018 Convention, Philadelphia,
PA (Nov. 2018). Cooperider will pursue an Education and
Leadership in Healthcare doctorate from Nebraska Methodist
College.
Hendershot, MSN, RN, Megan, Tibbie Leslie Travel Grant ($2,000)
awarded by the Licking County Foundation (2018). The grant will
allow Henderson to travel to Haiti to utilize nursing skills in a
variety of settings and gain knowledge of different cultural
concepts. Read more.
Presentations
Bowman, Kris, Chovanec, Emily and Whiteus, Jeri, Poster
presentation: “Social Determinants of Health: Implications for
Associate Degree Nursing Student Success”, Organization for
Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) 2018 Convention, Population
Health: A Vision for Nursing Education! Philadelphia, PA,
Nov. 9-11, 2018.
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, “Fostering Professionalism in Applied
Communication Courses: Making Sense of Dollars and Cents.” Great
Ideas for Teaching Students (GIFTS) presentation: Ohio
Communication Association conference. October, 2018.
Jorrey, Eric, full-time instructor, presented ”Clocks, Card
Games and Student Connections: Using Sociological Classroom
Probability Exercised to Demonstrate Inequality and Diversity
Dynamics on Campus and in the Workforce”, Ohio Association of
Two-Year Colleges (OATYC) Annual Conference. Dayton, OH, October
2018.
Reese, Whitney, assistant professor of radiologic sciences
technology, presented three x-ray digital technology continuing
education staff workshops. Licking Memorial Hospital, autumn
2018.
Walker, EJD, MS, RN, Sandra, dean for health sciences,
nursing programs administrator, ”Positive Patient Outcomes:
More than a Degree,” Organization for Associate Degree
Nursing (OADN), 2018 Convention, Philadelphia, PA (Nov. 2018).
White, EdD, Lauri, vice president of academic affairs, and Nathan
Strum, director of economic development for GROW Licking County,
presented on regional “Next Generation Sector Partnership”
concentrating on manufacturing in Coshocton, Knox and Licking
counties, National Council for Workforce Education, Salt Lake
City, UT.
Publications
Jarc, MA, EdD, James, published his doctoral
dissertation entitled “Teacher as Leader: A Gestalt Pedagogical
Approach to Career and Technical Programs in Postsecondary
Education.”
2017
Appointments
Johnson, MBA, MIFireE, Gary, fire science technology program
director, appointed to the International Fire Service
Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Committee on Promotions (2017–20)
and the IFSAC Degree Assembly Promotions Committee (2017-20).
Awards
Ingersol, MSN, RN, Karen assistant professor of nursing,
2017 Elsevier Educator of the Year, Organization for Associate
Degree Nursing (OADN) Foundation. This national honor is the
highest award given by the OADN Foundation.
Walker, EJD, Sandra, dean for health sciences, inducted into
Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame for outstanding alumni that are
truly exceptional examples of success in their chosen career
path, Mid-East Career and Technology Centers.
Reese, Whitney, assistant professor of radiologic sciences
technology, 2017 John & Suanne Roueche Excellence Award, League
for Innovation in the Community College.
Presentations
Shoen, EdD, Melinda, Presentation: “Demonstrating Scanning
Competency BEFORE Clinicals”, 2017 International Foundation for
Sonography Education and Research Educator’s Summit, New Orleans,
LA.
Publications
Walker, EJD, Sandra, dean for health sciences, “Accommodations
Part II: Navigating Accommodations for Disabilities in Nursing
Education.” Teaching and Learning in Nursing. (Oct. 2017).
