Northeastern Junior College News Releases

Northeastern Agriculture celebrate 50 years

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 08:58:00 -0600

Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College and NJC’s Event Planning Course is proud to invite you to the Ag Department’s 50th Awards Banquet on April 30, 2019 at 6 p.m. in the Hays Student Center Ballroom on campus. This event is organized by Agriculture department students and faculty.

This year also marks the 50th Anniversary of the Aggies Club which is the oldest and largest club on campus. The Aggies Club would like to celebrate this milestone by inviting former club members and officers to attend the annual awards banquet.

“We are hoping to have each decade represented, along with former club presidents in attendance,” said Kelly Huenink, Associate Professor of Ag Business and Aggies Club co-sponsor.

NJC Event Planning Course encourages any Aggie alumni to bring memorabilia to the event, such as awards and jackets. If you are interested in doing so, please contact Shelby Winchell at Shelby.Winchell@njc.edu.

50th Anniversary t-shirts are available to purchase for $20 plus shipping. To purchase a t-shirt contact Kelly.Huenink@njc.edu.

If you are unable to attend the event and would like to support the Aggies educational, recreational and community service work you may submit a donation to:

Northeastern Junior College Foundation

Kelly Huenink

100 College Ave.

Sterling, CO 80751

Please RSVP by April 22, 2019 - Aggies alumni contact Kelly Huenink at Kelly.Huenink@njc.edu or 970-521-6782. For ticket information contact Laurie Cook at 970-521-6644 or Laurie.Cook@njc.edu. Like the NJC Aggies on Facebook for club and event updates.

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Northeastern Junior College is Colorado’s premier two-year college, part of the Colorado Community College System and NCA accredited. Northeastern offers a wide variety of degree and certificate programs, along with career and technical training and community classes. Northeastern offers four-year degree programs through participating four-year colleges.

Contact

Sarah Matthews

Communications & PR Coordinator

Northeastern Junior College

Phone: 970-521-6776

Email: Sarah.Matthews@njc.edu

COSI Grant Promote College and Career Readiness

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 16:15:00 -0700

Pictured left to right: Jenna Lengfelder, Fleming High School, Garrett Cockroft, Fleming High School, Lauren Montoya, Northeastern Education to Career Coordinator, Brooke Sigmon, Fleming High School, and Emma Seghi, Fleming High School.

Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College in Partnership with the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) hosted a Mock Interview event for area high school students. Over 100 students from seven area high schools, including Akron, Yuma, Merino, Fleming, Peetz, Holyoke, and Sterling, travelled to Northeastern to participate and practice their skills for future scholarship, college, and/or job interviews.

Education to Career Coordinator, Lauren Montoya, stated, “The idea to host the interviews at Northeastern sparked after talking to Brandi Lippert, Yuma High School’s counselor. It provided an opportunity to remove them from their comfort zone and expose them to the college culture.”

Along with interviews the students had the opportunity to take part in break-out workshops. The event allowed students to work on their interviewing skills to prepare them for college and their future career. The break-out workshops covered topics on the college admission process, the financial aid process, the transition to college, and career and technical education opportunities. The high school students also went on a tour of the campus.

“I want to thank everyone who volunteered to interview our students. Without them, this event wouldn’t have been possible,” Montoya said.

Volunteers included faculty, staff, and student leaders from Northeastern, Carlye Armstrong from AOE Consulting, Dennis Aulston from the Logan County Sheriff’s Department, Maica Gardner from Perfectly Polished, Brad Hofmeister, Jamie McArther and Ginger Allen from the Sterling Workforce Center, Trae Miller from the Logan County Economic Development Center, and Karen Ramey-Torres and Peggy Stoltenberg from the CSU Extension Office.

The COSI-Community Partner Programs Grants increase the availability and accessibility of support services throughout the state for pre-collegiate and postsecondary students. The two-year grants are distributed to nonprofit organizations, state entities and community partnerships that provide student support to improve and enhance local community-based service networks across the state and improve enrollment and retention in public postsecondary institutions.

Tracy Yahn, Northeastern EMS and Fire Training Coordinator, spoke with area high school students on opportunities in career and technical fields and how getting some training prior to entering those fields of work could help in attaining a higher wage.

For more information on how this initiative is benefitting specific high schools in the Northeastern Colorado area, contact Lauren Montoya at Lauren.Montoya@njc.edu or call 970-521-6673.

Contact

Sarah Matthews

Communications & PR Coordinator

Northeastern Junior College

Phone: 970-521-6776

Email: Sarah.Matthews@njc.edu

Northeastern Junior College Celebrates 10 Years of Providing Free Tax Prep

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 09:56:00 -0700

Sasha Prell, Tax Help Colorado (right), presented Beth Kilmer, NJC Site Coordinator (left), with a plaque of appreciation to NJC for the 10 years of dedicated service to the Tax Help Colorado program.

Sterling, CO – A unique program started in 2009, equips Northeastern Junior College (NJC) students to serve their community by providing free tax prep to families. The students themselves also benefit from the program—receiving college credit and gaining professional skills that will help them in their future careers. For the last 10 years, Tax Help Colorado has partnered with NJC whose students take a class in the fall to become IRS-certified and then commit to volunteer at least 30 hours during tax season to operate the free tax site.

This week, NJC and Tax Help Colorado celebrated their decade long partnership by recognizing those who have helped make the program a success. Jay A. Lee, NJC President attended at the event and shared, “Northeastern is proud of its partnership with the Piton Foundation and the work Northeastern employees and students do as part of the Tax Help Colorado program. Over the past ten years, Northeastern students have provided a valuable and important service to taxpayers of our region. This work is symbolic of Northeastern’s commitment to be a servant to our community, our region and our state.”

Since its inception, 102 student volunteer tax preparers at NJC have helped families file more than 1,800 returns and claim $2.8 million in refunds. “The Northeastern Junior College tax site has continued to push new and innovative ways to better serve the volume of taxpayers in need of a free and trustworthy tax filing assistance,” said Courtney O’Reilly, Tax Help Colorado’s program manager. “We appreciate their willingness to test new pilots to better serve their community and look forward to what's in store for the site in future years.”

According to Beth Kilmer, Assistant Professor for Accounting & Business at NJC, who serves as site coordinator for the program, “The Tax Help program not only provides a wonderful opportunity for our students to apply what they’ve learned in a real-world context, it encourages them to become citizens who are more aware of and involved in the community around them.”

The tax site at NJC is open for one more day—Tuesday, March 12 from 4 – 7 pm. Taxpayers are encouraged to make an appointment by calling 970-521-6637, however walk-ins are also welcome. The tax site is located in the Phillips-Wyman Building in Room 115 on the NJC campus at 100 College Ave., Sterling, CO 80751.

NJC Tax Help Colorado site volunteers, front row left to right, Martha Saenz; Tabatha Hughes; Jessica Jones; Kate Treinen. Back row left to right, Estefanie Estupinan-Vega; Marshall Hornung; Ben Newton; Josh Carter; Beth Kilmer, NJC Site Coordinator.

About Northeastern Junior College

About The Piton Foundation

The Piton Foundation, which is part of Gary Community Investments, is a private, operating foundation established in 1976 by Denver oilman Sam Gary. It is committed to improving the lives of Colorado’s low-income children and their families by increasing access to quality early childhood and youth development opportunities and fostering healthy family and community environments. In addition to investing in creative solutions for Colorado’s low-income children and their families, Piton operates its own programs, including the Shift Research Lab, Tax Help Colorado, and the nation’s largest and longest-running Earned Income Tax Credit public information campaign—Get Ahead Colorado

Media Contacts:

Sarah Mathews, NJC - 970-571-7596

Kelly Wagoner, THC - 303.454.3733

COMEDIE Drawing Exhibit

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 08:27:00 -0700

On display through March 14

“Self Portrait,” charcoal and conte on paper, 50” x 50”, 2016 by Shelby Shadwell.

Sterling, Colo. – The Peter L. Youngers Fine Arts Gallery in E.S. French Hall at Northeastern Junior College is pleased to present an observational collection of drawings by artist Shelby Shadwell. “COMEDIE” features large scale drawings, exploring the visual tensions between representation and abstraction.

Shadwell is a two-time recipient of the Visual Arts Fellowship from the Wyoming Arts Council and actively exhibits across the nation. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Art and Art History at the University of Wyoming.

The exhibit features drawings of subjects meant to convey revulsion and decay, as well as to be objects that are sumptuous and attractive for the audience. The act of rendering drawings in such scale and detail is a form of individual catharsis for the artist.

“I believe that my work fits into the ongoing dialogue that elevates the mundane, the ephemeral or the vulgar to a higher status thereby reflecting parts of society that we often refuse to acknowledge in the mirror of traditional norms,” said Shadwell.

“COMEDIE” will run Feb. 18 through March 14, 2019. Shadwell will also be giving an artist talk on Monday, March 11 from 6-7 p.m. and will be demonstrating his drawing process earlier throughout the day in the gallery. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For additional information, visit shelbyshadwell.com or contact William.Ross@njc.edu.

Transwest donates to Northeastern Auto Tech Program

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 15:42:00 -0700

Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College (NJC) Foundation is pleased to announce the donation of a 2011 Chevy Cruze on behalf of Transwest Chevy Buick to the NJC Automotive Technology program.

Pictured left to right, Richard Moon, NJC Auto Tech Secondary Instructor; Danen Jobe, NJC Vice President of Instruction; Jason Hazlett, NJC Director of Renewable Energy, Transportation and Energy; Mike Schadegg, General Manager Transwest Chevrolet Buick; E.J. Wright, NJC Foundation Board Vice President; Layton Peterman, Assistant Professor of Automotive Technology

Mike Schadegg, General Manager of Transwest Chevrolet Buick, values the importance of training and the education of future technicians on modern vehicles. The 2011 Chevy Cruze will give Northeastern Auto Tech students the opportunity to get hands-on experience working on modern electronic system diagnostics.

“NJC Auto Technology is grateful to Transwest for their generous donation to support student education,” said Jason Hazlett, NJC Director of Renewable Energy, Transportation and Energy.

For additional information on the NJC Automotive Technology Program contact the NJC Admissions Office at 970-521-7000. And for information about the NJC Foundation, visit njcfoundation.org or call 970-521-6603.

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Northeastern Junior College Foundation endows and promotes the future of NJC, its students and faculty through solicitation of funds, management of investments, recognition of donations and provision of scholarships.

Contact

Sarah Matthews

Phone: 970-521-6776

Kathy Reinhardt

Executive Director

Northeastern Junior College Foundation

Phone: 970-521-6603

Email: Kathy.Reinhardt@njc.edu

NORTHEASTERN JUNIOR COLLEGE STUDENTS PROVIDE FREE TAX PREPARATION FOR FAMILIES

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 11:43:00 -0700

Partnership with Tax Help Colorado fills a vital need for families with incomes under $55,000

Sterling, Colo. – This tax season, Northeastern Junior College (NJC) is partnering with Denver-based Piton Foundation to help hard-working families become more financially secure by providing free tax preparation services through the Tax Help Colorado program. Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 5, IRS-certified students will prepare and file tax returns free of charge for individuals with household incomes of less than about $55,000 a year.

On average, tax preparation in Colorado can cost $200—tax-filing services at Tax Help Colorado sites are completely free-of-charge. In addition to getting their taxes done for free, taxpayers may be eligible for valuable, refundable tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit. Tax preparers are trained to ensure the families they serve get the best refund possible. The program also helps students develop customer service skills, achieve practical, hands-on experience, serve their community and earn college credits.

Student volunteers at NJC are available by appointment or walk-in to help individuals and families who made $55,000 or less in 2018 to prepare their taxes. For more information call 970-521-6600 or visit GetAheadColorado.org

“The Tax Help program not only provides a wonderful opportunity for our students to apply what they’ve learned in a real-world context,” said Beth Kilmer, NJC Assistant Professor of Accounting and Site Supervisor, “it encourages them to become citizens who are more aware of and involved in the community around them.”

This free service will be offered at NJC from Feb. 5-Mar. 12, Tuesdays, 4-7 p.m., Saturdays, Feb. 16 and Mar. 2, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at NJC, 100 College Ave., Sterling, Colo. 80751, Phillips-Whyman Hall, room 115.

A list of all the Tax Help Colorado sites, as well as the locations of other free tax assistance sites in Colorado, is available by calling 2-1-1 or visiting GetAheadColorado.org.

In 2018, Tax Help Colorado volunteers prepared taxes for nearly 7,650 taxpayers who received more than $12.65 million in refunds; and saved taxpayers $1.5 million in tax preparation fees.

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The Piton Foundation, which is part of Gary Community Investments, is a private foundation established in 1976 by Denver oilman Sam Gary. It is committed to improving the lives of Colorado’s low-income children and their families by increasing access to quality early childhood and youth development opportunities and fostering healthy family and community environments. In addition to investing in creative solutions for Colorado’s low-income children and their families, Piton operates its own programs, including the Shift Research Lab, Tax Help Colorado, and the nation’s largest and longest-running Earned Income Tax Credit Public Information Campaign—Get Ahead Colorado.

Media Contacts:

Northeastern Junior College

Sarah Matthews, 970-521-6776

The Piton Foundation

Kelly Wagoner, 303-454-3733

Sphere Project A Collaboration on a Grand Scale Exhibit

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 09:52:00 -0700

On display through Feb. 14

Jan. 25, 2019, Sterling, Colo. – The Peter L. Youngers Fine Arts Gallery in E.S. French Hall at Northeastern Junior College is pleased to present “Sphere Project: A Collaboration on a Grand Scale” by Frol Boundin and Mary Robinson in collaboration with Tim Van Ginkel, William Howard, Kristin Calhoun, Margo Meyers and Aaron Ishaeik. “Sphere Project: A Collaboration on a Grand Scale” will run from Jan. 21 through Feb. 14, 2019.

Frol moved to the United States from St. Petersburg, Russia in 1990. He received artistic training in traditions of social realism from his grandfather, painter Victor Boundin, as well as the Leningrad School of General Arts. Frol received his Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of New Mexico and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the School of Art Institute of Chicago. During his time in Chicago he focused on large-scale abstract paintings and prints, as well as collaborative installations and graphic design projects with local arts community organizations. He taught printmaking at the University of South Carolina and now owns “Rosewood Press” in southern California, specializing in intaglio and monotype printmaking, as well as digital photography and book arts.

An untitled intaglio work from the Sphere Project series, 56x56 inches.

Mary is an Associate Professor of Art and Head of Printmaking at the University of South Carolina. She received a Master’s degree in Art History form the University of Wisconsin, Master of Fine Arts degree in Printmaking from the Indian University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in studio art from the University of Colorado. Mary works primarily in printmaking and drawing, finding inspiration from nature. She has attended residencies at the Frans Masereel Centrum in Kasterlee, Belgium; the Vermont Studio Center in Johnson, Vt.; Hambridge Center for Creative Arts and Sciences in Rabun Gap, Ga.; and Mustarinda Art and Nature Centre in Hyrynsalmi, Finland.

In the spring of 2014, Frol was approached by Professor Beauvais Lyons from the University of Tennessee to submit a proposal to conduct a demonstration at the 2015 Southern Graphics Council International at the University of Tennessee with the American French Tool press housed on the campus. As he prepared his proposal he realized that in order to address the sphere theme of the conference, he would need a collaborative effort. He needed a team of printmakers representing the breadth and knowledge found in the print community.

”Sphere Project: A Collaboration on a Grand Scale” will run through Feb. 14, 2019. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information contact William.Ross@njc.edu.

Contact

Shannon Ankeny

Director of Communications

Northeastern Junior College

Phone: 970-521-6611

Email: Shannon.Ankeny@njc.edu

25th Annual Hoops Homecoming

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 09:35:00 -0700

Jan. 25, 2019, Sterling, Colo. – The Northeastern Junior College Alumni Association will be holding the 25th annual Hoops Homecoming Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019. The schedule of events are as follows:

11 a.m.-2 p.m.: NJC Alumni Heritage Center and College Bookstore will be open, both located in the Hays Student Center

12:30 p.m.: Campus Tour, meet at the Bookstore

2 p.m.: Plainswomen v. Trinidad State JC Trojans, Bank of Colorado Event Center

4 p.m.: Plainsmen v. Trinidad State JC Trojans, Bank of Colorado Event Center

2-6 p.m.: Reception for Alumni and Family, Balcony of the Bank of Colorado Event Center

Card-carrying members of the NJC Alumni Association will be admitted free to games. Others pay $6 per adult or $5 per senior citizen non-NJC students at the door.

During halftime of the men’s game, the NJC Alumni Association will be recognizing the following award winners; Steve Antonopulos, Elaine Daly, Ken Kreutzer, Pete Youngers, Ellis Schmidt, Jim and Vicki Smith and Ronda Monheiser.

For more information on how to join the NJC Alumni Association, please visit www.njc.edu/Alumni.

Northeastern Releases Honor Roll for 2018 Fall Semester

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 10:44:00 -0700

Jan. 7, 2019, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College has released its honor roll list for the 2018 fall semester and reports that 214 full-time students were given high academic achievement recognition, including 102 students who made the President’s List by earning a 4.0 grade-point average.

Those making the President’s List included (by home location as designated by the student):

• Akron – Austin Bolinger, Crystann Brown, McKenna Case, Myles Jefferson, Madeline Rule

• Atwood – Zachary Karg

• Aurora – Michelle Harpham, Logan Nelson

• Bennett- Zachary Garner

• Brighton – Logan Bivens

• Brush – Allie Blackwelder

• Colorado Springs – Kinley Coe, Maverick Keigher

• Cortez – Dylan Long

• Dillon – Campbell Strauss

• Elizabeth – Bridget Brewer, Tara Hiatt

• Evans – Natalie Fosdick, Riley James

• Fleming – Ryan Schaefer, Kalyn Serrato

• Fort Lupton – Sydney Bowman

• Fort Morgan – Abby Mussman

• Greeley – Jodi Shea

• Hillrose – Karla Hocheder

• Holyoke – Emily Chaney, Cassandra Chappell, Dania Morales

• Joes – Hannah Niccoli

• Johnstown – Megan Harris

• Julesburg – McKenna Carnahan, Krystle Magana, Carly Orth

• Keenesburg – Erin Erger

• Kersey – Dane Corliss

• Kiowa – Faith Hoffman

• La Jara – Max Sorensen

• La Salle – Randee Hochmiller

• Longmont – Amanda Platt

• Loveland – Benjamin Newton

• Merino – Alexandra Kirschbaum, Yael Martinez, Annaliese Werner, Miranda Wiebers, Sarah Wiebers

• New Raymer – Cerise Archuleta

• Otis – Lindsey Wagner

• Parker – Kendall Klein, Cody Ward

• Sedalia – Kendall Noyes

• Snyder – Caleb Baker, Valerie Ramirez

• Sterling – Brynn Abernathy, Maggie Alsup, Jacqueline Andrade, Abraham Arguello, Denise Beaman, Vanessa Bergner, Stephanie Bevel, Brooklynn Bohler, Cheyenne Brunkhardt, Gabrielle Cone, Mirna Cordero, Abigail Davidson, Greyson Dudley, Ethan Farquhar, Dana Fleckenstein, Emily Fleckenstein, Staci Foos, Kirstyn Fritzler, Erik Gomez, Jessica Gonzales, Alexis Gutierrez, Cade Kerst, Taylor Knudson, Noah Lemily, Jordan Matthews, Chelsea Owens, Jasmine Renteria, Kira Roelle, Rajsha Sanchez, James Saylor, Kristyn Schneider, Jennifer Sherman, Kayla Smithgall, Grace Steele, Jason Strohmayer, Leigha Terry, Molly Weatherill, Sydney Wright

• Weldona – Britney Filter

• Wiggins – Elissa Thomas

• Yuma – Alyssa Sprague, Elizabeth Krise-Thompson

• Kansas – Kit Boyington

• Nebraska – Bailey Miller

• New Mexico – Nicole Barela

• Oklahoma – Bradley Ferguson

• South Dakota – Brett Mattson, Jaxon Rosencranz, Cayla Sundberg

• Belarus – Aleksandra Ratnikava

Students making the Vice President’s List with a 3.75 – 3.99 grade-point average include (by home location as designated by the student):

• Akron – Kaylee Traxler

• Arvada – Nicholas Colchin

• Canon City – Lillian Nordell

• Centennial – Brandon Fischer

• Colorado Springs – Collin Metzgar, Zachary Szostak

• Denver – Kyle Johnson

• Dolores – Tyler Nance

• Elizabeth – Courtney Bonine

• Fleming – Samantha Fagan

• Florence – Jessica Grisenti

• Fort Collins – Tucker Marsh

• Fort Morgan – Ryan Eggleston, Zachary Wunsch

• Haxtun – Mason Edwards, Bethany Gibbs

• Highlands Ranch – Samuel Ostravich

• Hillrose – Ellie Fritzler

• Holyoke – Jacinda Krueger

• Kiowa – Madison Martell

• Lamar – Heston Nidey

• Meeker – Riley Pertile

• Phippsburg – Kendall Hood

• Sterling – Michael Chavez, Carolyn Cole, Elizabet Foster-Taisarsky, Azalya Gaytan, Kathleen Masters, Danielle Painter, Kaitlynn Prelle, Grace Reeves, Allison Schell, Lauren Zimmerman

• Walden – Cheyanne Harper

• Florida – Michael McNamee

• Nebraska – Jacob Baasch

• New Mexico – Makenna Hittson

• Italy – Angelica Casini-Ropa

• France – Paul Caliari

Dean’s List honorees, which represented student with a 3.5 – 3.74 grade-point average, include (by home location as designated by the student):

• Amherst – Antoni Martinez

• Arvada – Nico Hartojo, Parker Jessen

• Atwood – Victoria Krier

• Brush – Luis Anguiano

• Byers – Hannah Sterrett

• Centennial – Cierra Williams

• Clark – Zachary Klouw

• Colorado Springs – Davyn Adamscheck, Tashika Burrell, Che Meighan

• Crook – Reed Marts

• Dolores – Kate Treinen, Brandon Ward

• Denver – Lyndsay Pool

• Elbert – Ellie Bush

• Elizabeth – Ryan Paulson

• Fort Collins – Zeke Marsh, Iseri Palacio

• Gunnison – Josie Bifano

• Haxtun – Lance Chapdelaine, Callie Dickerson

• Holyoke – Christina Ortega

• Julesburg – Sierra Blochowitz, Rebecca Contreras

• Keenesburg – Cora Johnson

• Kremmling – Emma Auger

• Littleton – Jacob Casados

• Longmont – Tanner Olinger, Emma Perry

• Morrison – G. Eli Collings

• Oak Creek – Foster Ramirez

• Salida – Sevrin Kaess

• Sedalia – Matthew Mooney, Bethany Phippen

• Seibert – Benjamin Richie

• Sterling – Cian Apple, Katherine Bolton, Jacob Breidenbach, Daniel De Souza, Trevor Elliott, Greg Evans, Modesta Everett, Christina Gerken, Jenna Kellogg, Braedon Kloberdanz, Shalyn Knight, Jaecey Lambrecht, Chase Legg, Kassidee Lind, Ross Lockhart, Samantha Lopez, Makenna May, Jenna Richards, Benjamin Schmidt, Moriah Thomas, Paul Wilson, Stephanie Wyrsch

• Stoneham – Trenton Holzworth

• Thornton – Sabrina Casias

• Timnath – Bailey Deal

• Wellington – Holly Heckendorf

• Wiggins – Jenna Ashbrook

• Yuma – Robin Muirheid, Maira Sagahon

• Arizona – Carter Allen

• California – Kimberly Kearns

• Kansas – Matthew Hall

• Missouri – Colton Horn

• Montana – Quintel Fuchs

• Nebraska – Regan Gittlein

• Wyoming – Taylor Duncan

• France – Gaetan Garcia

Northeasterns 2019 Spring Semester Events and Openings

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 10:07:00 -0700

Jan. 9, 2019, Sterling, Colo. – The Office of Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Success and Housing are now open for regular business hours 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, which are all located in the Hays Student Center.

To schedule a campus tour or an appointment with one of our admissions coordinators, please call 970-521-7000.

Please see the following tentative timeline of when departments and offices are opening and a list of upcoming events:

• January:

o Jan. 21: Building and amenities opening

- Pete’s Retreat opens for regular business hours Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 1-9 p.m.; and Sunday 1-6 p.m.

- Residence Halls open at 9 a.m.

- New Student Orientation, 9-11 a.m.

- Chuck Wagon Café opens at 4 p.m.

o Jan. 22: Classes for Spring Semester begin

• February:

o Feb. 2: Join the NJC Alumni for the annual Hoops Homecoming

o Feb. 18: Discovery Day, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

• March:

o Mar. 3: Freshman General Scholarship application closes

o Mar. 12: Explore the diverse culture Northeastern has to offer at the 2nd Annual Culture Fair

o Mar. 14-22: Spring Break; Spring Break Trip group travels to Lisbon, Seville and Madrid

• April:

o Apr. 13: Join the NJC Diesel Power Club for the 4th Annual Mudevil Dayz

o Apr. 17: Registration Day for Fall 2019 semester, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

o Apr. 19: Discovery Day, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

• May:

o May 13: Last day of classes

o May 17: Event listing:

- Commencement, 2 p.m.

- Residence Halls close at 5:30 p.m.

Certified Personal Trainer Course Offered at Northeastern

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 16:36:00 -0700

Click here to access the Online Hybrid Blended Certified Personal Trainer Course.

Jan. 8, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is pleased to announce, in partnership with World Instructor Training Schools, that registration for the Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) course is now open. The course will run Feb. 12 through March 28 with classes held at the Bank of Colorado Event Center on the Northeastern campus.

The CPT course is a blend of mentored, online, self-paced lessons and hands-on practical labs. The cost to take the course is $500 plus textbook.

To enroll in the CPT course go to bit.ly/njcwitsreg. The required textbook can be purchased at the Northeastern Bookstore or at bit.ly/njcwitsbook.

It is also required that participants in the class must also be CPR certified at least seven days prior to the CPT level 1 certification exam. Northeastern offers Community First Aid and CPR classes on Feb. 2 and March 2.

For more information please contact Jill.Yocom@njc.edu or 970-521-6621.

EMT Certification Course Offered in Yuma

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 08:47:00 -0700

Click here for online application.

Dec. 14, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is pleased to announce in partnership with Yuma Ambulance Service registration for the emergency medical technician (EMT) certification course is now open. The course will run Jan. 9 through May 19 with classes held at the Yuma Ambulance Service, 302 E. 2nd Ave. in Yuma, Colo.

The EMT course includes the following classes:

• EMT Fundamentals

• EMT Medical Emergencies

• EMT Trauma Emergencies

• EMT Clinical

To enroll in the EMT certificate course click on the “Apply For Free” button at the top of this page and complete the free application. Attend the mandatory informational meeting at the Yuma Ambulance Service on Jan. 9, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.

Additional requirements for this course are:

• 10-panel drug screening

• Immunization records

• Background check

For more information please contact Tracy Yahn by emailing Tracy.Yahn@njc.edu or calling 970-521-6708 or Sue Armstrong at S.Armstrong@yumacolo.org or 970-848-0372 or 970-630-3269.

Northeastern Announces Holiday Hours

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 13:50:00 -0700

Dec. 12, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College will be operating on special hours during semester break, starting Dec. 14, 2018 through Jan. 18, 2019. The administrative office buildings, Walker Hall and Hays Student Center, will be open Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. most of the semester break. Starting Saturday, Dec. 22 through Tuesday, Jan. 1, all buildings and offices will be closed, and regular office hours will resume on Wednesday, Jan. 2. There are a number of national holidays Northeastern does not observe each year in order to give full-time, year-round staff time off between the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

The Monahan Learning Center (MLC) hours will be as follows:

• Open from 7:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14,

• Closed Saturday, Dec. 15 through Monday, Jan. 6

• Open from 1-5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Jan. 7 through Jan. 18.

The Bank of Colorado Event Center hours will be as follows:

December

• Normal hours of operation through Dec. 14.

• Saturdays of Dec. 15 and Dec. 22: open from 7-11 a.m.

• Sundays of Dec. 16, Dec. 23 and Dec. 30: CLOSED

• Monday-Thursday, Dec. 17-20: open 5 a.m.-8 p.m.

• Friday, Dec. 21: open from 5 a.m.-6 p.m.

• Monday, Dec. 24: open from 5 a.m.-noon

• Tuesday, Dec. 25: CLOSED

• Wednesday-Friday, Dec. 26-28: open from 5-8 a.m.

• Saturday, Dec. 29: CLOSED

• Monday, Dec. 31: open from 5-8 a.m.

January

• Tuesday, Jan. 1: CLOSED

• Wednesday and Thursday, Jan. 2-3: open from 5 a.m.-8 p.m.

• Fridays of Jan. 4, Jan. 11 and Jan. 18: open from 5 a.m.-6 p.m.

• Saturdays of Jan. 5, Jan. 12 and Jan. 19: open from 7-11 a.m.

• Sundays on Jan. 6 and Jan. 13: CLOSED

• Monday-Thursday, Jan. 7-10 and Jan. 14-17: open from 5 a.m.-8 p.m.

The event center will return to regular business hours Sunday, Jan. 20. For more info, please visit gonjc.com.

Anyone wishing to pre-register for spring semester classes, may contact the Office of Admission at 970-521-7000 prior to Dec. 22, 2018 or after Jan. 2, 2019.

Minds Eye Etchings Print Exhibit

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 09:51:00 -0700

Local artist’s work on display Nov. 12 through Dec. 13

”Mind’s Eye” by Mark Lunning

Nov. 27, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Peter L. Youngers Fine Arts Gallery in E.S. French Hall at Northeastern Junior College is please to present a highly technical, abstract collection of prints by artist Mark Lunning. The “Mind’s Eye” collection features etchings with chine-collé, a special printmaking technique that allows printmakers to print on delicate paper surfaces in order to render finer details.

Lunning recently relocated himself and his print shop, Open Press, to Sterling from the Denver area. He is dedicated to his craft and sharing his knowledge with the community. He founded Open Press in 1989 to fill a void local artists had by providing a place to create their work. Lunning has immersed himself into the art community by jurying large and small art shows, along with volunteering his time with community organizations. He is an artist, a master printer, educator and an art activist.

“Mind’s Eye” Etchings will run Nov. 12 through Dec. 13, 2018. Mark Lunning will also be giving an artist talk on Wednesday, Nov. 28 from 6-7 p.m. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.. For additional information, visit marklunning.com or contact William.Ross@njc.edu.

Anderson Joins Northeastern Advisory Council

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 09:34:00 -0700

Kendra Anderson

Nov. 15, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is proud to announce that Kendra Anderson of Akron, Colo. will fill the vacant Advisory Council seat recently vacant after Bryce Monasmith of Akron, Colo. completed his four-year term at the end of June 2018.

Anderson brings a strong connection to K-12 instruction and small rural communities. She is currently the Superintendent for the Otis School District, with previous experience serving as the Director of Special Projects for Northeast Colorado Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) and was a Principle with the Lone Star School District.

“Kendra is a strong advocate to partnerships between community colleges and K-12 district operations, and she is very well aware of how Northeastern serves the small communities of its service area,” stated Jay Lee, President of Northeastern.

The Northeastern Advisory Council is comprised of seven representatives of the college’s diverse constituencies within its service area. The Advisory Council advises the college president on the long-term educational needs of the area served by the college; serves as liaison between the college and area employers in order to facilitate assessment of employment, training and educational needs of the service area; serves as liaison between the college and local school boards, county commissioners, city councils, other local, elected officials and other relevant groups or persons; and promotes the college’s programs and services among the communities and constituencies in the college’s service area.

Northeastern announces Scholarship Recipients

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:18:00 -0700

Special scholarship awarded to eight non-traditional students

Nov. 12, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is proud to announce the fall 2018 Daniels Fund Boundless Opportunity Scholarship (BOS) recipients. This scholarship is designed to benefit motivated non-traditional students who recognize the power of education to create a better life for themselves and their families. The recipients are Kristyn Schneider, Kimberly Clegg, Leann Seybold, Dana Fleckenstein and Vitaly Zagidulin, all from Sterling, Colo.; Valerie Ramirez from Snyder, Colo.; Steven Doyle from Ft. Collins, Colo.; and Amber Wade from Yuma, Colo.

These need-based scholarships are available to specific student populations including adults entering or returning to college, GED recipients, veterans entering or returning to college, former foster care youth, former juvenile justice youth, individuals pursuing EMT/paramedic training, individuals pursuing Early Childhood Education (ECE) certification and individuals training for certain high-demand careers through select training programs.

“Boundless Opportunity Scholarships benefit non-traditional students who desire to create a better life by investing in their education,” said Linda Childears, president and CEO of the Daniels Fund. “As our founder Bill Daniels once said, ‘America remains the greatest nation on Earth, where boundless opportunities still exist for each and every one of us.’”

For more information about Boundless Opportunity Scholarships at NJC, visit www.njc.edu.

The Daniels Fund, established by cable television pioneer Bill Daniels, is a private charitable foundation dedicated to making life better for the people of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming through its grants program, scholarship program, and ethics initiative. Visit https://DanielsFund.org to learn more.

Northeasterns Adult and Community Education Recognized as One of the Best in the State

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:01:00 -0700

Nov. 12, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College Adult and Community Education (ACE) Center was recently recognized by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Office of Adult Education Initiatives as one of the top adult education programs in the state. The CDE evaluates programs funded by the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act by the number of students enrolled, students retained and how many demonstrate they have gained a measureable skill.

Northeastern ACE was recognized as the third-highest-performing adult education program in Colorado as measured by the percentage of students who demonstrated measurable skill gains on post assessments in the 2017-2018 academic year. Also recognized were the Asian-Pacific Development Center in Aurora, Colo.; The Learning Source in Lakewood, Colo.; and Pikes Peak Region AEFL Consortium in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Students from the ACE program were able to participate in the 2018 Manufacturing Day held by the Northeast Colorado Manufacturing Partnership. They visited different manufacturing companies in the Sterling area, along with the programs at the Northeastern Applied Technology Campus. Pictured left to right in the Northeastern wind simulator are Tawni Wingstrom, ACE College and Career Navigator; Angel Rolon; Zenayda Ramirez; and Jamie Giacomini, Director of ACE.

“Northeastern Junior College’s Adult Education Program is an important part of the community, and the Office of Adult Education Initiatives looks forward to collaborating with the dedicated staff for continued success,” said Danielle Ongart, Director of Adult Education, CDE Adult Education Initiative.

Northeastern ACE provides adult students with the skills and resources needed to pursue their academic and professional goals. Services offered are basic and advanced-level English language instruction (formerly known as ESL), high school equivalency preparation (GED), college and career readiness and family literacy programs.

“The Northeastern ACE students were able to achieve great success due to the dedication of our adult education instructors. Their passion for supporting adult learners is and has been paramount to the success of the program. Every student that comes to the ACE program has the courage and ability to achieve their academic and/or professional goals. We are honored to be a part of their academic journey,” stated Jamie Giacomini, Director of ACE.

Northeastern ACE services are available on campus or at the Phillips County Family Education Services building in Holyoke, Colo. For additional information and upcoming classes contact Jamie.Giacomini@njc.edu or Dalia.Alexander@njc.edu or call 970-521-6793.

NORTHEASTERN JUNIOR COLLEGE JOINS THE JED CAMPUS PROGRAM TO SUPPORT STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:08:00 -0700

Programs will enhance mental health, substance abuse and suicide prevention efforts

Nov. 8, 2018, Sterling, Colo.—Northeastern Junior College is proud to announce that it has joined the JED Campus program in support of student well-being and mental health. The program is designed to identify opportunities to enhance emotional health and substance abuse and suicide prevention efforts on campus in order to ensure that schools have the strongest possible mental health safety nets.

By joining JED Campus, Northeastern demonstrates a commitment to the emotional well-being of its students. JED Campus schools embark on a multi-year strategic collaboration that not only assesses and enhances the work that is already being done, but helps create positive, lasting, systemic change in the campus community. The JED Campus program provides schools with a framework for supporting student mental health, as well as assessment tools, feedback reports and ongoing technical assistance from the JED Campus team of clinicians. The JED Campus program grants a membership seal to all schools that participate in the program in recognition of the school’s commitment to student mental health.

“We are very excited to be working with the JED Campus. Northeastern has a long history of caring for our students and being committed to their well-being and development into successful citizens,” stated Cindy Carey, Student Guidance Coordinator. “Northeastern believes that the student is the most important person on campus. Partnering with the JED Campus is an opportunity for us to enhance our services to students.”

“The college years are the age when many mental health issues first manifest, and it can be a time of significant stress and pressure,” said John MacPhee, Executive Director of The Jed Foundation. “JED Campus helps schools by working with them to survey everything their university is doing to support their students’ emotional health, and find practical ways to augment these efforts in a comprehensive way. We believe that the implementation of a campus-wide approach to mental health will lead to safer, healthier communities, and likely greater student retention.”

Northeastern’s membership in JED Campus begins with establishing an interdisciplinary, campus-wide team to assess, support and implement program improvements and taking a confidential, self-assessment survey on its mental health promotion, substance abuse, and suicide prevention efforts. Upon completion of the assessment, JED Campus clinicians provide schools with a comprehensive feedback report identifying successes and opportunities for enhancements. Over the course of four years, Northeastern will collaborate with the JED Campus team to help implement enhancements. All self-assessment responses and feedback reports are confidential. Thank you to the grant support from Colorado Health Foundation for making the Health Minds and Bodies program possible.

For more information on the JED Campus program, visit www.jedcampus.org.

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About JED Campus

JED Campus is a nationwide initiative of the Jed Foundation designed to empower schools with a framework and customized support to enhance student mental health and suicide and substance abuse prevention efforts. By becoming a member of the JED Campus Program, a school demonstrates a commitment to the emotional well-being of its students. JED Campus schools embark on a multi-year strategic collaboration that not only assesses and enhances the work that is already being done, but helps create positive, lasting, systemic change in the campus community.

About The Jed Foundation

JED is a national nonprofit that exists to protect the emotional health of our country’s 40 million high school and college students and reduce the risks of substance abuse and suicide. We collaborate with schools to enhance their mental health and suicide prevention programming and systems; develop expert resources and create powerful partnerships so that students have the support they need, when and how they need it; and educate and empower young adults, families and the community to take action for the cause. Together, we’re ensuring America’s students grow into thriving adults.

Learn more at www.jedfoundation.org. Check out our programs including: ULifeline (www.ulifeline.org), Half of Us (www.halfofus.com), Love is Louder (www.loveislouder.com), JED Campus Program (www.jedcampus.org), and Set to Go (www.settogo.org).

Northeastern Finds Special Way to Commemorate Veterans Day

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 08:50:00 -0700

Missing Man Table on display in Hays Student Center

Nov. 5, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College invites the local community to join them in commemorating Veteran’s Day by visiting the Missing Man Table display located in the Hays Student Center on campus. The display will be available for viewing Monday, Nov. 12 through Friday, Nov. 16.

The Missing Man Table is a long-honored tradition for remembering service personnel who are still unaccounted for and have not returned home, such as those classified as prisoners of war or missing in action. This place of honor is traditionally set up in military dining facilities of the U.S. armed forces, to honor fallen, missing and imprisoned service members. The table represents a focal point of remembrance for service members of all five branches of the U.S. military as well as civilians missing due to war or conflict.

“Northeastern appreciates the armed forces of the United States in all they do and represent. The display serves to remind the community of the sacrifices service members have made in their service to the United States,” said Jay Lee, president of Northeastern Junior College and former U.S. Air Force Airman.

This display is available for viewing by the public from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Hays Student Center.

An Evening of 10 Minute Plays at Northeastern

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 09:06:00 -0700

Student theater production offers

Nov. 2, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Theatre Program at Northeastern Junior College is delighted to announce they will be performing “Short Attention Span Theatre: An Evening of 10-Minute Plays” on Nov. 14-16, 2018 in the Dorothy J. Corsberg Theater in E.S. French Hall on the Northeastern campus.

Ten-minute plays are highly popular with audiences around the world, and are a form of theater that forces playwrights to get the story moving quickly and keep the dramatic action tight. They also let actors showcase their talents by playing multiple roles, and allow audiences to enjoy a broad spectrum of theater in one sitting. Think of it like theater buffet!

One of the 10-minute plays is “La Mouche” by Stephen Bittrich. The play take place in a French restaurant in New York, where a man finds a fly in his soup… with some new twists. Pictured left to right: Tabitha Walker, Jonathan Dilka, and Clifford Farrington.

Nine plays will be performed, all each 10 minutes long, which include hilarious moments of Greek chorus lines, a murder solved in eight minutes, a woman falling in love with Halloween candy, a man recounting tales of alien abduction, Texan love stories and much more. Audiences are sure to enjoy high-stakes fun and entertainment with plenty of belly laughs.

The entire production runs for two hours, with an intermission. Tickets are $5 for the general public, and free to all Northeastern students, faculty and staff. The box office will open at 6 p.m., and the doors to the theater will open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event at the box office.

Please note that, due to adult themes and language, this production is recommended for audiences ages 13 years and older.

NJC Heritage Center Offering Additional Touring Hours during the Fall Semester

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 08:41:00 -0600

Oct. 22, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Northeastern Junior College Alumni Association is pleased to announce the NJC Alumni Heritage Center will be open to the public Mondays and Wednesdays 9-11 a.m. and Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-3 p.m. All visitors must first check in at the bookstore in Hays Student Center.

Pictured left to right: Jack Annan, Fred Jackson

The Heritage Center opened in 2004 on the second floor of Hays Student Center. It is a compilation of memorabilia from alumni, faculty, staff and community members who have a special connection to their time at Northeastern. The center has vastly grown over the years to include the original Plainsman Pete costume worn by Leland Seger, the first official Plainsman Pete in 1965, to the marble “Smith Hall” sign, the first official building purchased in 1945 and demolished in 1997. There are many wonderful and nostalgic treasures to be found throughout the center.

The Heritage Center completed an upgrade this past summer. Fred Jackson, alum and grandson of Dr. James H. “Doc” Jackson, donated new doors with full-length windows for the entrance of the center. Jackson joined the Heritage Center Committee in 2016 and joined the Northeastern Advisory Council in 2017. “If I ever came back… my goal was to get involved with the college and contribute in any way I can,” stated Jackson. “NJC was very special to my grandfather.”

For additional information on the Heritage Center and the Alumni Association contact Jack Annan, Alumni Association Executive Director at 970-521-6690 or Jack.Annan@njc.edu.

Northeastern Partners with Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 07:32:00 -0600

Northeastern offers support services to area high schools

Oct. 8, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is excited to announce it is partnering with the Colorado Department of Education on behalf of the Colorado Opportunity Scholarship Initiative (COSI) to increase the availability and accessibility of pre-collegiate and postsecondary student support services to northeast Colorado. The partnership provides funding for a pre-collegiate student support services team to help seniors in all of the 12 Northeastern-area high schools (Akron, Merino, Fleming, Haxtun, Holyoke, Julesburg, Lone Star, Peetz, Revere, Yuma, Sterling, and Caliche), in addition to providing postsecondary support services at Northeastern once the student enters college.

Sadie Fritzler spoke with a group of students and parents during a Financial Aide Workshop at the 2018 Sterling High School College Fair.

Lauren Montoya, Northeastern Education to Career Coordinator, and Sadie Fritzler, Northeastern Career Coach and Academic Advisor, are the COSI coordinators for the area high schools. They provide informational workshops and one-on-one help to area students with academic advising, financial aid (FAFSA), scholarship applications, college applications, recommendation letters, resumes, cover letters, career advising and exploration, job searching, in addition to providing family resources and outreach.

The COSI-Community Partner Programs Grants increase the availability and accessibility of pre-collegiate and postsecondary student support services throughout the state. The two-year grants are distributed to nonprofit organizations, state entities and community partnerships that provide student support to improve and enhance local community-based service networks across the state and improve enrollment and retention in public postsecondary institutions.

For more information on how this initiative is benefitting specific high schools in the Northeastern area, contact Lauren Montoya at Lauren.Montoya@njc.edu or call 970-521-6673.

Northeastern Hosts Trip to Portugal and Spain

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 08:27:00 -0600

Spring 2019 trip open to both students and the community

Oct. 12, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is hosting a nine-day, travel-abroad opportunity March 15-23, 2019. This trip is open to students, staff and community members, with registration running now through the end of November. The tour will visit the Spanish cities of Seville and Madrid, as well as Lisbon, Portugal and other cities, for a well-organized, all-inclusive educational experience exploring the rich maritime, royal and religious history of the region.

“We have a packed itinerary, so that means bring your walking shoes,” explains trip leader Will Ross, Assistant Professor of Art at Northeastern. Trip participants will wander Lisbon’s Moorish labyrinth of streets, Seville’s impeccably preserved mosaics, and Madrid’s stunning architecture and views. Ross added, “Our tour strikes a balance between fast-paced guided education and plenty of free time to go exploring.”

Lisbon’s Gloria funicular is classified as a national monument. Opened in 1885, it is located on the west side of the Avenida da Liberdade, which connects downtown with Bairro Alto. (Photo by Martin Lehmann)

This is the fifth time Northeastern has hosted a foreign trip over Spring Break, but it is the first time Will Ross will be leading the trip. An avid traveler, Ross says he had his first taste of travel during college, stating that it “opened an insatiable desire to explore the world.” By continuing the tradition, he says he hopes to spark a similar travel bug for students and community members. “We occupy such a small corner of the world. It’s such a powerful experience to get to see more of it,” Ross said.

Inviting the community is a big part of building a successful group experience, and it also helps to keep the costs more affordable for everyone. Group travel helps strengthen community ties back home by creating shared experiences. “Bringing students lends a sense of youthful excitement to the experience, while the community members share their wisdom and maturity. We forge bonds and grow by traveling together,” Ross added.

Anyone interested in more information or enrolling in the program is encouraged to contact Will Ross at William.Ross@njc.edu or call 970-521-6710 or enroll today at efcst.com/2108760xc.

Patriarchs by Proxy Portrait Exhibit

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 09:01:00 -0600

Exhibit on display Oct. 15 through Nov. 8

Oct. 5, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Peter L. Youngers Fine Arts Gallery in E.S. French Hall at Northeastern Junior College is pleased to present a series of intimate portraits by artist Craig Cully. “Patriarchs by Proxy” will run from Oct. 15 through Nov. 8, 2018 with an opening reception on Monday, Oct. 15 from 6-7 p.m.

“Dan” an oil painting on panel by Craig Cully.

Cully is a professional artist and educator who grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, where some of his earliest influences came from the area’s long-standing tradition of realist painters. With the passing of his father in 2016, he was saddened by that fact he never was successful in painting a portrait of his father. This in turn inspired him to produce a series of intimate portraits of men in his life, which he titled “Patriarchs by Proxy,” who exemplified an ideal to which he strived to be.

Craig Cully will also be giving an artist talk at the opening reception on Monday, Oct. 15 from 6-7 p.m. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For additional information, visit craigcully.com or contact William.Ross@njc.edu.

Minimizing Implicit Bias Talk

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 10:35:00 -0600

Diversity and inclusion expert to speak at Northeastern’s campus

Sept. 25, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is pleased to announce they will be hosting a “Minimizing Implicit Bias” talk presented by Dena Samuels, Ph.D. Samuels will be speaking on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Dorothy J. Corsberg Theater in E.S. French Hall on campus.

Samuels’ talk will focus on the many engrained stereotypical thoughts and ideas that have been taught and believed to be true.

Dena Samuels, PhD (Courtesy Photo)

Samuels is a full time consultant after a 20-year career as a professor in Women’s and Ethnic Studies at the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs (UCCS). She also served as Director of UCCS’ Matrix Center for the Advancement of Social Equity and Inclusion, where she co-facilitated the annual “Knapsack Institute: Transforming Teaching and Learning,” a three-day workshop that challenges and engages educators to develop culturally inclusive excellence in the classroom or workplace.

Samuels is also an author and trauma-sensitive coach. She shares some of her mindfulness practices in her books, “The Mindfulness Effect: an Unexpected Path to Healing, Connection, and Social Justice” and “The Culturally Inclusive Educator: Preparing for a Multicultural World.”

The event is free to the public. For additional information go to denasamuels.com or contact Danen Jobe or Jeri Estrada at 970-521-6600.

Surplus Sale

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 15:58:00 -0600

Northeastern Junior College is auctioning off four racks of blue-vinyl gym tarps. The purchase will include:

• Quantity 24 – 10’1” x 124’6” tarps

• Quantity 4 – storage racks with three rolls on each side.

The starting bid is $5,000.

Please send sealed bid(s) to

Northeastern Junior College

ATTN: Martha Gareis

100 College Ave.

Sterling, CO 80751.

All bids must be submitted by Oct. 1, 2018 by 4 p.m.

Northeasterns Hoffman Strikes Again

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 15:47:00 -0600

Rodeo team dominates at Chadron State

Sept. 18, 2018, Chadron, Neb. – The Northeastern Junior College Rodeo Team kicked off the 2018-2019 season with a bang! Kiowa, Colo. native and Northeastern sophomore Faith Hoffman, was a picture of consistency and dominance. She captured the Chadron State College Goat-Tying Title by a full half-second to win both rounds and the aggregate. When asked to reflect on her performance this weekend, Hoffman showed gratitude toward Northeastern and is excited to represent the Plainsmen for another year.

Faith Hoffman dismounting her horse during the goat-tying competition. (Photo by Don Christner Photos)

Northeastern’s Women’s Rodeo Team finished second overall with 320 points. Along with Hoffman, additional key players for the team’s success include freshman Chase Kiker of Red River, N.M. and Elsie Campbell of Riverton, Wyo. Both of these Northeastern student-athletes finished fifth in the aggregate in the Breakaway Roping and the Barrel Racing categories, respectively.

On the men’s side of things, Northeastern’s Trevor Garner of Bennett, Colo. and his partner, Jake Floryancic of Pickens Technical College finished second in the Team Roping aggregate. Garner commented, “It felt good to represent NJC. Definitely blessed to be able to compete at this level alongside one of my best friends.”

Northeastern’s rodeo student-athletes will compete next weekend in Sheridan, Wyo.

The Road Less Traveled Colorados State Highway 14 Photography Exhibit

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 09:50:00 -0600

Local artist’s work on display Sept. 17 through Oct. 10

Sept. 12, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Peter L. Youngers Fine Arts Gallery in E.S. French Hall at Northeastern Junior College is pleased to present a photography exhibit featuring palladium metal and black-and-white fine art prints by artist Scott Hays. “The Road Less Traveled: Colorado’s State Highway 14” will run from Sept. 17-Oct. 10, 2018 with an opening reception on Wednesday, Sept. 19 from 6-7 p.m.

“Dying Breed” by Scott Hays

Hays is a Northeastern alumni, son of Zane Hays – namesake of the Hays Student Center on the Northeastern campus – and a Sterling, Colo. native, and has always had a relationship with Highway 14. He and his family have taken many trips down this highway, traveling to Greeley, Poudre Canyon, Fort Collins and beyond. Over the past 30 years, Hays has noticed more and more changes every time he has visited the area. He has taken his craft and passion for black-and-white photography to demonstrate what Highway 14 possesses, from agriculture and high plains to steep mountain canyons through ranching country expanding for miles.

“After 40 years of photography, I still photograph with film,” stated Hays. “The tactile aspect, the constant excitement of watching your images come alive in the dark room has never dulled.”

Hays transforms his black-and-white photographs into metal works of art using palladium, a photographic-processing method first created in 1855 to preserve images, using this rare, lustrous silvery-white metal.

“The Road Less Traveled: Colorado’s State Highway 14” will run Sept. 17-Oct. 10, 2018. Scott Hays will also be giving an artist talk at the opening reception on Wednesday, Sept. 19 from 6-7 p.m. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For additional information, visit scotthays.zenfolio.com or contact William.Ross@njc.edu.

Northeastern Welcomes 24 New Employees

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 15:13:00 -0600

Northeastern Welcomes 24 New Employees

Sept. 5, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The fall semester has begun at Northeastern Junior College, and with it a total of twenty-four new employees have filled a variety of positions representing faculty and administrative personnel. Twelve current staff members will be serving in different capacities this semester.

Jamie Giacomini

Jamie Giacomini joined Northeastern in April as the Director of the Adult and Community Education Center, formerly the Family Literacy and Community Education Center. Giacomini has more than 10 years of experience in public service including nonprofit and state government, to include Volunteer Florida, the Peace Corps and Serve Colorado. She has a Bachelor of Science in International Affairs from Florida State University, and is currently working on a Masters of Nonprofit Management at Regis University. She is married to Sterling native, Mark Giacomini, and is thrilled to join the Northeastern Adult and Community Education program.

Dalia Alexander joined Northeastern in April as the Assistant Director of the Adult and Community Education Center. She is a Northeastern graduate, and also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Colorado Christian University. Alexander has been involved in the community and worked in the nonprofit field for 10 years. She has been part of the Sterling community for 14 years, and is the mother of three children.

Maret Felzien accepted the role of Director of Academic Support Services in the Monahan Learning Center (MLC). Felzien has been at Northeastern as a full-time faculty member for more than 19 years, and has been instrumental in developmental-education redesign. Her work has helped create the new Northeastern self-directed placement system in which advisors work very closely with students assess math, reading, and English challenges directly relevant to the college-level classes student are considering. This placement system demonstrates Felzien’s ties to real educational innovation, and she will be bringing this to her new role.

Dalia Alexander

Silke Hunker joined Northeastern as a full-time employee in September as the Assessment Coordinator. She has Master of Arts in Education and Mathematics from Chadron State College; a Bachelor’s of Science in Chemistry from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology; and an Associate of Science in Chemistry from Northeastern. Silke worked for Northeastern from January 2014 to December 2016 as the Lead Developmental Math Instructor, and then took a sabbatical to live abroad in Germany.

Brian Lewton joined Northeastern at the start of the fall semester as Assistant Professor of Economics. Lewton has a Master of Science in Ag Economics from the University of Wyoming, where he student-taught for two semesters; and two Bachelor of Science degrees from Colorado State University in Agricultural Business and Soil and Crop Sciences. He is married to Brittny Lewton, with two children. Brian and his family moved back to Akron, Colo. where he farmed in partnership with his parents, Rich and Pat Lewton. He managed all aspects of the farm, including crop-rotation planning, fieldwork and commodity marketing.

Lauren Crandall joined Northeastern as the Life Skills Coach in the Nursing Department at the start of the fall semester. She has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University, and is currently working on a Masters of Educational Leadership at the University of West Florida. Crandall has served in all levels of education from elementary through high school for the past nine years. She moved to northeast Colorado two years ago from Central Florida to serve as the athletic director at Prairie High School. Lauren just recently moved to Sterling from Stoneham with her partner Amber Whitlock.

Maret Felzien

Lauren Montoya joined Northeastern in August as the Education to Career Coordinator in the Student Success Center. She is a 2016 graduate of Northeastern with an Associate of Science. She was previously a paraprofessional at Caliche Schools, and has further experience through an internship at the University of Denver in the Child Health and Development Lab, which studied how stress affects children’s physiology.

Nate Kelley has taken on a new role as the Instructional Designer, while maintaining his position as an Associate Professor of Sports Medicine. He has been with Northeastern for 10 years as the Head Athletic Trainer, and has a Master of Teaching and Learning from CSU-Global and a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Huron University. He is also working on this Doctorate in Athletic Training from AT Still University.

Other additions to the Academic Services department are Cody Brever, Instructional Specialist for business curriculum in the MLC; Michelle Younger, Instructional Specialist for writing curriculum in the MLC; Rebeka Laible, Administrative Assistant to the Liberal Arts Department; Conni Franz, Administrative Assistant to the Math, Science, Business and Cosmetology Departments; and Snow Mekelburg as Administrative Assistant to the Transportation and Energy Department.

Lauren Montoya

Ronald Deck joined the Northeastern Athletics Department as the Head Baseball Coach at the start of the fall semester. Deck is the fourth head coach for the Northeastern baseball program, having also served as an assistant under Bryan Shepherd in 2007. During his time away from Northeastern he served as a coach at Rancho High School in Las Vegas, Nev., and as pitching coach for Siena Heights University in Adrian, Mich. Deck also has eight years of experience in the major leagues: Miami Marlins, 2015-2016 Bullpen and Catching Coach; Baltimore Orioles, 2014 International Scout – Latin America; 2008-2013 Instructional League Field staff and MLB Scouting Development; and 16u Atlanta Blue Jays, 2006 Head Coach. Deck also played baseball collegiately and professionally from 1999 to 2005, where he played in the minor leagues reaching Division AA playing for the 16u Atlanta Blue Jays.

Andrew Kachel joined Deck as the Assistant Baseball Coach. Kachel was part of the Northeastern Region IX Championship team in 2009. Kachel has a master’s degree in Exercise Science and Coaching from Adams State University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from CSU-Pueblo and an Associate’s degree from Northeastern.

Keith Buderus has filled the role as Interim Head Men’s Soccer Coach starting at the end of spring semester. Buderus came to Northeastern in the fall of 2017 to assist the men’s and women’s soccer teams. He previously coached for the Westminster Soccer Club and Mountain Range High School, both in Westminster, Colo.

Ronald Deck

Bronson Moton joined Northeastern as the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at the beginning of the fall semester. Moton is a 2014 graduate of Northeastern, and received his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Recreation and Health Promotion form CSU-Pueblo. While playing under current head coach Eddie Trenkle, Moton helped the Plainsmen win the Region IX Championship and advance to Hutchinson, Kan. to play in the national tournament, along with many other accolades. He continued his playing career at CSU-Pueblo. After finishing his playing career, Moton began his coaching career as the student assistant coach at CSU-Pueblo for two years.

Catherine Ortiz joined Northeastern as the Head Athletic Trainer at the start of the fall semester. Ortiz has a Bachelor’s in Athletic Training from Ithaca College in Ithaca, N.Y. She first joined Northeastern in the fall of 2017 as an employee of Banner Health working as an athletic trainer for Northeastern. Ortiz has five years of experience working professionally in physical therapy, orthopedic and chiropractic clinics.

Martha Gareis transitioned to a new role in February as the Director of Purchasing. Gareis has been with Northeastern for 19 years; the previous eight years as the Document Center Coordinator. Martha has been a part of the community for the past 38 years, and has four grown children and one grandchild.

Trenton Schwarzer

Trenton Schwarzer joined Northeastern at the beginning of the fall semester as the Coordinator of Campus Safety and Security. Schwarzer has a vast background, having received his Fire Fighter 1 and 2, Hazmat and Practical Rescue certifications from the fire academy in Montgomery County, Md., along with training with the Washington, D.C. S.W.A.T. team in Arial Tactical Rescue. He later went to the Police Academy in Maryland, and moved to Tennessee where he worked for nine years as a patrol officer at a private university. He is post-certified in specialized domestic violence and has taken active-shooter training.

Shannon Ankeny joined Northeastern in May as the Director of Communications and Public Relations. Ankeny has a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing from the University of Colorado-Denver, an Associate of Arts from Western Nebraska Community College, and is currently working on her master’s degree in Mass Communications through the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She comes to Northeastern from Cabela’s, where she spent more than three years with the communications team. Ankeny is a Midwest native, having grown up in the Peetz, Colo. and Sidney, Neb. areas.

Sarah Matthews has taken on a new role as the Communications and Public Relations Coordinator. She has been with Northeastern since December 2016. Matthews has a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from American Intercontinental University and an Associate of Arts from Northeastern.

Amy Carlstedt joined Northeastern as the Document Center Coordinator in May. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Carlstedt has a background in office and project management from Sidney Extended Care and Cabela’s.

Shannon Ankeny

Sarah Stone-Robinson has transitioned to the role of International Coordinator and Admissions Processing Coordinator. Robinson has a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance from West Texas A&M University, and holds a Teacher of English as a Foreign Language Certificate. Prior to joining the Northeastern family in 2015, she taught in Japan for five years with the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program.

Also joining the Administrative staff are Justin Denette, Admissions Coordinator; Jordan Drake, Resident Hall Director; Philip McKibbin, Resident Hall Director; Brianna Bade, Resident Hall Director; Brian Schaefer, Event Center Supervisor; Lindsey McPeak, Assistant Rodeo Coach; Kristen Osborn, Custodian; and McKinnzie Russell, Custodian. Taking on new roles are Jesse Quinlin, Foundation Coordinator; Sharon Shino, Administrative Assistant-Document Center; Kelli Herzog, Administrative Assistant-Housing; and Gayle Howell, Resident Hall Director.

False Dichotomies Exhibit

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 15:20:00 -0600

On display through September 13

Aug. 21, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Peter L. Youngers Fine Arts Gallery in E.S. French Hall at Northeastern Junior College is pleased to present the first exhibit of the 2018-2019 season, “False Dichotomies” by Texas artist Aaron DeGruyter. “False Dichotomies” will run from Aug. 20 through Sept. 13, 2018.

DeGruyter earned his Bachelors of Arts in Studio Art with a focus on printmaking in 2016 from New Mexico State University. He works in printmaking, illustration, collage, photography and sculpture, and currently lives and works as a screen printer in Austin, Texas.

"Tarjetas de Apofenia” by Aaron DeGruyter

The exhibit in the Youngers Gallery marries two of DeGruyter’s collections to create an ornate body of work, which incorporates elements from nature and from human physiology. He employed color to both divide and unify the opposing elements of those two collections, to show both halves of the same whole.

“I seek to explore humanity as I perceive it, from inside out. The body and the mind, and the relations between the two,” stated DeGruyter. “Science and spirituality, language and emotion, and the sacred and profane. These are just some of the relationships I use to explore why I am here and what it means to exist in my human body and mind.”

“False Dichotomies” will run through Sept. 13, 2018. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information, visit www.aarondegruyter.com or contact William.Ross@njc.edu.

Northeastern Releases Honor Roll for Summer Semester

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 15:08:00 -0600

Aug. 27, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College has released its honor roll list for the 2018 summer semester and reports that two full-time students were given high academic achievement recognition, including one student who made the President’s List by earning a 4.0 grade-point average.

The student making the President’s List (by home location as designated by the student):

• Julesburg, Colo. – Keli Lambrecht Hoschouer

The student making the Vice President’s List with a 3.75 – 3.99 grade-point average (by home location as designated by the student):

• Akron, Colo. – Jonathan Dilka

Northeastern Recognized for 190 Years of Service

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:58:00 -0600

Pictured left to right: Ronda Bowey, Shelby Nichols, Julie Brower

Aug. 23, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Fifteen members of the Northeastern Junior College faculty and staff were recognized with service awards at the start of the 2018 Fall Semester. Combined, the group represents 190 years of service at Northeastern.

Receiving recognition for 30 years of service was Ronda Bowey, Director of Concurrent Enrollment and Student Success.

The 25-Year Service Award was given to Shelby Nichols, Ph.D., Professor of Chemistry.

The 20-Year Service Award was given to Julie Brower, Director of Nursing Programs.

Awards for 15 years of service went to Cindy Carey, Student Guidance Coordinator; Kevin Stump, Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Physics; and Misti Pierce, Director of Academic Support Services.

Pictured left to right: Cindy Carey, Kevin Stump. Not pictured: Misti Pierce

Receiving an award for 10 years of service was Nate Kelley, Associate Professor of Sports Medicine and Instructional Designer and Maria Cristina Fernandez, Custodian.

Engraved pins for five years of service in a permanent position went to Kathy Bright, Custodian; Tracy Knox, Physical Plant Director; Alexis Ertle, Administrative Assistant of Nursing; Megan Eurich, Assistant Registrar; Jolene Buss, Health Science Instructor; Adam Kunkel, Director of Admissions; Snow Mekelburg, Administrative Assistant of Transportation and Energy; Jill Yocom, Assistant Manager of Bank of Colorado Event Center; Jimmy Atencio, Coordinator of Diesel Technology; and Kay Hansberry, Payroll Accounting Tech III..

Pictured left to right: Back row: Kathy Bright, Tracey Knox, Alexis Ertle, Megan Eurich, Jolene Buss. Front row: Adam Kunkel, Snow Mekelburg, Jill Yocum. Not pictured: Jimmy Atencio, Kay Hansberry

Pictured: Nate Kelley. Not pictured: Maria Cristina Fernandez

Northeastern Seeking Public Comments

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 16:00:00 -0600

Northeastern Seeking Public Comments

Northeastern Junior College is seeking comments from the public about the college in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency. The college will host a visit on Oct. 8-9, 2018, from a team of peer reviewers representing the Higher Learning Commission. The team will review the institution’s ongoing ability to meet HLC’s Criteria for Accreditation. Northeastern has been accredited by HLC since 1964.

Comments must be in writing and must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs.

Submit comments to HLC at hlcommission.org/comment or mail them to the address below. All comments must be received by Monday, Sept. 10, 2018.

Public Comment on Northeastern Junior College

Higher Learning Commission

230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500

Chicago, IL 60604-1411

Northeastern Junior College honors GED graduates

Thu, 05 Jul 2018 14:20:00 -0600

July 3, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Northeastern Junior College Adult and Community Education program held the 2018 General Education Development (GED) graduation on Saturday, June 30, 2018 in the E.S. French Hall Atrium on campus. Fourteen graduates completed the program, with five participating in the graduation ceremony: Roger Darian Cannon, Adam Davis, Cole Mathew Erickson, Naomi Martinez and Michael Witucki.

Graduates were celebrated by faculty, staff and family members for their accomplishments of completing and receiving the high school equivalency diploma.

“I believe a purpose has been placed in your heart, in other words there is a future in your heart,” stated David Baines, Northeastern Ombudsman, “you have something driving you in the inside and speaks success to yourself… tell yourself you are not a failure, you’re a successor.”

The graduates were also addressed by Danen Jobe, Northeastern’s Vice President of Instruction, to whom the adult education program is near and dear – Danen’s own brother did not have the knack for school, but over time his goals changed and he eventually earned his GED, followed by a bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon.

Danen remarked on what he learned from his brother’s story and his is own, stating “life is not this linear thing… I want all of you to be proud of what you have done and take that with you.”

The Northeastern Adult and Community Education program has a legacy of providing academic tools and educational resources that students need to excel in their pursuit of their high school equivalency diploma as well as other adult-education services. Students of this program have exceptional achievements and have been recognized by the Lions Club and National Adult Education Honor Society. Students improve their employability and have the opportunity to receive scholarships from Northeastern to continue their education.

Pictured from left to right: Cole Mathew Erickson, Michael Witucki, Naomi Martinez and Adam Davis.
Not pictured: Roger Darian Cannon.

Registration for fall GED classes begins on Aug. 15. For more information about the GED and other programs offered at the Northeastern Adult and Community Education Center, please contact Jamie Giacomini at 970-521-6761.

Not pictured: Roger Darian Cannon.

Northeastern Junior College is Colorado’s premier two-year college, part of the Colorado Community
College System and NCA accredited. Northeastern offers a wide variety of degree and certificate
programs, along with career and technical training and community classes.
Contact
Shannon Ankeny
Director of Communications
Northeastern Junior College
Phone: 970-521-6611
Email: Shannon.Ankeny@njc.edu

Gartin to retire from Northeastern

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 09:52:00 -0600

June 21, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College honored Stanton Gartin for his 21 years of continuous service on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at a reception held in the Tennant Art Gallery on the Northeastern campus.

Stanton has been an outstanding asset to Northeastern throughout the past 21 years, serving as Executive Vice President from fall 2017 until his departure at the end of June. He also maintained his role as Director of Career and Technical Programs and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Credentialing to improve and expand Northeastern’s CTE offerings.

Stanton had many well wishes from the faculty and staff at the reception. Pictured left to right: Stanton Gartin and David Baines, Northeastern Ombudsman.

Stanton spent most of his career with Northeastern in a leadership position. He, with the help of Paul Prestwich, former Dean of Academic Services, helped keep the institution moving forward for two years in the early 2000s when the Vice President of Instruction position was vacant.

In 2005, Stanton was named Vice President of Academic Services, were he was vested in bettering the academic programs the college provided. He was heavily involved in helping start online and distance-learning courses offered at Northeastern, and worked on the committee to rewrite the general education requirements for the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees at the Colorado Community College System (CCCS), as well as helped strengthen the academic-progress procedure at CCCS.

Stanton saw the value in CTE programs at Northeastern. While working to maintain the existing CTE programs, he sought to develop and bring back additional programs. In 2007, the Diesel Technology was reestablished; in 2009 the Wind Technology program was offered for the first time, and in 2014 the Welding program was re-opened.

Seeing the value in the ever-changing technology that surrounds us, Stanton helped implement the iPad Initiative, making Northeastern the first iPad College in Colorado. Today, iPads are used in curriculum across campus.

Also honored at the reception were Steve Soza for 11 years as the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach and Bryan Shepherd for his 16 years as the Head Baseball Coach. Pictured left to right: Steve Soza, Bryan Shepherd and Stanton Gartin.

Throughout his career at Northeastern, Stanton represented Northeastern well with the Association for Career and Technical Education, Colorado Association for Career and Technical Education, and Colorado Association for Career and Technical Administrators. He also represented Northeastern on the Eastern Colorado Workforce Investment Board, Small Business Development Center Northeast Colorado Advisory Board, Logan County Planning and Zoning Board and the Logan County Board of Adjustment.

“Northeastern has been blessed by the services of a man of integrity, honor, and sincerity. The college will greatly miss this unique and genuine leader, Stanton Gartin. Fortunately, Stanton’s work and devotion to Northeastern has prepared us well for a future without him,” remarked Jay Lee, President of Northeastern.

Northeastern offering CPR AED and First Aid Class

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 10:32:00 -0600

June 5, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College is holding an American Red Cross Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/AED and First Aid Class on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on campus. The course is designed for individuals who are bus drivers, coaches and daycare providers.

The course prepares participants to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children and infants. Students will receive a certification in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid, valid for two years. The cost for the class is $89.

For additional information or to sign up for the class, contact Tracy.Yahn@njc.edu or 970-521-6708. Deadline to sign up is Friday, July 13, 2018 at 5 p.m.

Northeastern Releases Honor Roll for Spring Semester

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 14:38:00 -0600

June 6, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College has released its honor roll list for the 2018 spring semester and reports that 194 full-time students were given high academic achievement recognition, including 87 students who made the President’s List by earning a 4.0 grade point average.

Those making the President’s List included (by home location as designated by the student):

Akron, Colo. – Tyler Wylie

Arvada, Colo. – Ashley Colchin, Clara Ritchie

Atwood, Colo. – Victoria Krier

Aurora, Colo. – Michelle Harpham

Brush, Colo. – Alicia Grauberger

Byers, Colo. – James Butts

Cheyenne Wells, Colo. – Leah Osborn

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Tashika Burrell

Delores, Colo. – Tyler Nance

Eaton, Colo. – Jared Foss, Bailey Schumacher

Elizabeth, Colo. – Tara Hiatt

Evans, Colo. – Riley James

Fleming, Colo. – Lauryn Muller, Kalyn Serrato, Jessica Stone

Fort Collins, Colo. – Madison Lipe

Fort Morgan, Colo. – Alyssa Lorenzini, Adrian Marquez, Ethan Staley

Greeley, Colo. – Rayna Hodgson, Quinn Tomasino, Kaitlin Wagner

Haxtun, Colo. – Mason Edwards

Hillrose, Colo. – Ellie Fritzler, Haley Johnson

Holyoke, Colo. – Cassandra Chappell, Luke Krogmeier, Hannah Marner

Hotchkiss, Colo. – Taylor Carsten

Iliff, Colo. – Sydney Sorensen

Julesburg, Colo. – Carly Orth

Kersey, Colo. – Dane Corliss, Morgan Smith

La Jara, Colo. – Max Sorensen

Littleton, Colo. – Nicole Tucker

Loveland, Colo. – Benjamin Newton

Lyons, Colo. – Justin Boldt

Merino, Colo. – Annaliese Werner, Miranda Wiebers

Nathrop, Colo. – Jase Staudt

Otis, Colo. – Lindsey Wagner

Ovid, Colo. – Cole McKinley

Parker, Colo. – Kendall Klein, Shawnah Royston

Roggen, Colo. – Paul Cooksey

Salida, Colo. – Modesta Everett

Steamboat Springs, Colo. – Shannon Ragan

Sterling, Colo. – Alexx Allen, Zack Benson, Vanessa Bergner, Stephanie Bevel, Jacob Breidenbach, Abbey Brower, Carolyn Cole, Abigail Davidson, Dana Fleckenstein, Lamberto Gomez, Ashli Hellman, Jordan Hill, Nga Ho, Jordan Matthews, Riley Meisner, Ethan Robinson, Patrick Saenz-Holtzhau, Rajsha Sanchez, James Saylor, Jennifer Sherman, Kayla Smithgall, Jason Strohmayer, Leigha Terry, Kristoffer White, Joyce Whitman-Dizmang, Lauren Zimmerman

Walden, Colo. – Cheyanne Harper, Kyan Jenkins, Blake Russell

Yampa, Colo. – Lane Martindale

Yuma, Colo. – Mariya Mekelburg

Indiana – Sierra Hinkel

Nebraska – Cody Darnell

Oklahoma – Bradley Ferguson

South Dakota – Brett Mattson

Australia – Katie Saunders, Jordan Walton

Serbia – Katarina Nikolic

Students making the Vice President’s List with a 3.75 – 3.99 grade point average include (by home location as designated by the student):

Akron, Colo. – Austin Couch, Destiny Denbo

Arvada, Colo. – Isaac DeRoo

Bennett, Colo. – Trevor Garner

Brush, Colo. – Rachel Fergus

Byers, Colo. – Elijah Patten

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Ryan Adamscheck

Cortez, Colo. – Dylan Long

Delores, Colo. – Kate Treinen

Denver, Colo. – Jacquelyn Magaisa

Elizabeth, Colo. – Courtney Bonine

Haxtun, Colo. – Lance Chapdelaine, Bethany Gibbs

Holyoke, Colo. – Peyton Dittmer

Johnstown, Colo. – Megan Harris

Julesburg, Colo. – Noah Blochowitz

Keenesburg, Colo. – Kelli Carlson

Kersey, Colo. – Abbigail Carlson

Kiowa, Colo. – Faith Hoffman

Longmont, Colo. – Amanda Platt

Peetz, Colo. – Joseph Griswinski

Phippsburg, Colo. – Caylee Hood

Platteville, Colo. – Dillon Rudd

Sedgwick, Colo. – Athony Jones

Sterling, Colo. – Carson Bedford, Jaycie Dillenburg, Azalya Gaytan, Karah Karg, Noah Lemily, Micayla Lerdal, Leonard Lewis, Aileen Miranda, Cory Pfeifer, Taylor Talamantes, Molly Weatherill, Donnie Wright

Thornton, Colo. – Dalton Cook

Westminster, Colo. – Ciasiab Vang

Wiggins, Colo. – Jenna Ashbrook

Mississippi – Stuart Carter

Nebraska – Ty Milleson

New Mexico – Rachel Boston

Dean’s List honorees, which represented student with a 3.5 – 3.74 grade point average include (by home location as designated by the student):

Akron, Colo. – Shannon Brown, Karli Christensen, Morgan Wright

Anton, Colo. – Janessa Ramey

Ault, Colo. – Nicholas Edie

Brush, Colo. – Luis Anguiano, William Tucke

Calhan, Colo. – John Brown

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Davyn Adamscheck, Collin Metzgar, Jordyn Turney

Crook, Colo. – Jordan Holmes, Reed Marts

Durango, Colo. – Jennifer Snowberger

Elizabeth, Colo. – Shelbie Null

Fleming, Colo. – Cora Rutledge

Fort Collins, Colo. – John Shoeninger, Cameron Spaeth

Fort Morgan, Colo. – Jacob Fritzler

Franktown, Colo. – Tyler Laferriere

Gill, Colo. – Drew Neuerburg

Haxtun, Colo. – Sandra Wright

Hillrose, Colo. – Karla Hocheder

Holyoke, Colo. – Daniela Baeza

Iliff, Colo. – Colbey Stumpf

Kiowa, Colo. – Timothy Lopez

Larkspur, Colo. – Emily McCurley

Manzanola, Colo. – Kyle Taylor

Merino, Colo. – Nickolas Vollmer

New Castle, Colo. – Trent Smith

New Raymer, Colo. – Hannah Ford

Orchard, Colo. – Melissa Hawkins

Peyton, Colo. – Kirsten Regennitter

Sedgwick, Colo. – Halee Woltemath

Sterling, Colo. – Amanda Black, Trevor Elliott, Ashley Fuller, Jennifer Heimann, Yadira Hernand, Jenna Kellogg, Peyton Kloberdanz, Taylor Knudson, Ella McCrabb, Terrell Owens, Taylor Pierce, Robert Rittenhouse, Dawn Sonnenberg, Mcklain Sullivan, Payton Swedlund

Stratton, Colo. – Brooke Corliss, Justin Miltenberger

Windsor, Colo. – Carissa Weber

California – Maira Sagahon

Florida – Justin Camacho

Nebraska – Mohammad Elradi, Kacey Jaeger

Oklahoma – Holly Organ

South Dakota – Jaxon Rosencranz

Wyoming – Chase Markel

Australia – Jordan Will

France – Jean Carre, Gaetan Garcia, Clement May

Netherlands – Dani Steijn

New Zealand – Darci Finnigan

An Inside Out Approach to Eating Now Available

Wed, 30 May 2018 15:53:00 -0600

Sterling, Colorado – May 21, 2018– Connie Henderson, Biology and Yoga Instructor at Northeastern Junior College, is pleased to announce her completion of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Training and the introduction of the Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating and Yoga Program to the Sterling area.

On May 16, 2018, Connie became a licensee of Am I Hungry?, a comprehensive mindful eating program that guides participants to reconnect with their physical signals to guide when, what, and how much to eat without restrictive diet rules and recognize and cope with their triggers for overeating.

According to Michelle May, M.D., founder of Am I Hungry? and author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat, “Most diets fail because they are negative and unsustainable, leaving the dieter feeling guilty and disappointed. Diets focus on what people should eat without addressing why they eat in the first place. As a result, the overeating cycle is never really broken. Am I Hungry? is an inside-out approach to eating and self-care that focuses on changing thoughts and feelings first, so changes in behaviors will last.”

Connie has a Master’s degree in Biological Sciences and is a registered yoga teacher (RYT200). With over 20 years of experience teaching Human Anatomy and Physiology, she understands the benefits gained through good nutrition and healthy exercise. A “recovering” dieter herself, she strives to combine the mindfulness that yoga promotes with the care that the body needs.

Connie will offer the first Mindful Eating and Yoga class at NJC, starting June 4, 2018. To register, please visit www.njc.edu, email connie.henderson@njc.edu, or call 970-521-6632. For more information about Am I Hungry?, please visit www.AmIHungry.com

Northeastern Students Win Daniels Fund Ethics Contest

Wed, 23 May 2018 09:40:00 -0600

May 18, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College Business Club took top honors at the Daniels Fund Ethics Case Competition this past month, at the Monfort College of Business on the University of Northern Colorado campus in Greeley, Colo.

Pictured left to right: Ashley Colchin, Aaron Pelon, Joseph Griswinski, John Mahoney and Houston Clevenger

The Daniels Fund Ethics Consortium Case Competition exposes students to a thought-provoking business ethics case, similar to a situation that may be faced in real-life. This competition is part of the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative, which was created to advance and promote the teaching of principle-based ethics within the curriculum of college and university business programs. The legacy of Bill Daniels’ high standard of ethics and integrity is fostered through the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative.

Laura Narjes, the Faculty Sponsor for the Northeastern Business Club, said of the students, “The business club represented Northeastern incredibly well and they fully embraced the Northeastern ideal of excellence.”

Top Scholars Recognized at Northeastern

Mon, 21 May 2018 09:13:00 -0600

Scholarships awarded for students who are continuing their education

May 18, 2018, Sterling, Colo., - A number of 2018 graduates of Northeastern Junior College have received scholarships and academic awards to help pay for their education as they move on to the next level of their education journey. During the recent commencement exercises held on campus, more than 30 awards were announced.

Receiving the Charles F. Poole Award – a commencement award given to graduates who are scholastic class leaders, have attended Northeastern continuously and contributed to campus activities – were Abbey Brower of Sterling, Colo., Associate of Arts; Ashley Colchin of Sterling, Colo., Associates of Arts with a Business and Account degree of designation; and Bailee Jones of Sterling, Colo., Associates of Arts with a Psychology degree of designation.

Receiving the Armilda W. Dowis Award – a commencement award given to outstanding graduates in an occupational program – were Shawnah Royston of Parker, Colo., Associate of Applied Science with a Nursing degree of designation; and Alisha Grauberger of Sterling, Colo., Associate of Applied Science with a Business and Accounting degree of designation.

The $1,500 Elsie Minnie Good Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded to Logan County residents recognizing the academic standing and accomplishments of talented students from all major divisions of the college, went to Abbey Brower of Sterling, Colo., who plans to transfer to Colorado State University.

The Thomas L. Porter Memorial Scholarship, awarded to a graduate from the five-county region of Northeast Colorado (Logan, Phillips, Sedgwick, Yuma or Washington) who is transferring to Colorado State University, went to Jody Ishibashi of Sterling, Colo.

The Keith Propst Memorial Agriculture Scholarship – awarded to an agriculture education graduate, who maintained a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) and who demonstrated leadership, integrity, and community involvement transferring to Colorado State University – went to Kelli Carlson of Keenesburg, Colo.

The Johnson and Associates, CPAs, P.C. Accounting Scholarship, is awarded to a full-time business graduate from the five-county region of Northeast Colorado who maintains a 3.0 GPA and is transferring to a four-year college or university in Colorado to complete a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. This award went to Naomi Capulong of Sterling, Colo., who plans to transfer to the University of Northern Colorado.

Other additional scholarships awarded are as follows:

Ashley Colchin University of Northern Colorado
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
Trustee Transfer Scholarship

Molly Cooksey Colorado State University
Y Cross Ranch Scholarship

Jordan Holmes University of Wyoming
University of Wyoming Transfer Scholarship
Phi Theta Kappa Admissions Scholarship

Rachel Kuhl University of Oklahoma
Transfer Academic Achievement Scholarship

Paul Liagre Western Michigan
Soccer Scholarship

Emily McCurley Georgia Court University
Volleyball Scholarship
Phi Theta Kappa Member Transfer Scholarship

Noel Phillips Briar Cliff University
Volleyball Scholarship

Chance Vang University of Wisconsin – Parkside
Soccer Scholarship
Ranger Scholarship

Carissa Weber Colorado State University
Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Association’s
Dale Seyler Scholarship
Rocky Mountain Agribusiness Scholarship

Additional awards may have occurred since the May 11 commencement ceremony.

Not pictured: Jody Ishibashi and Naomi Capulong.

Abbey Brower received the Charles F. Poole Award and the Elsie Minnie Good Memorial Scholarship.

Ashley Colchin received the Charles F. Pool Award.

Bailee Jones received the Charles F. Pool Award.

Shawnah Royston received the Armilda W. Dowis Award.

Alicia Grauberger received the Armilda W. Dowis Award.

Kelli Carlson received the Keith Propst Memorial Scholarship.

Gertner Family Receives 2018 Pride in Association Award

Thu, 17 May 2018 11:01:00 -0600

May 17, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – The Gabriel and Barbara Gertner family of Sterling, Colo. are dedicated and loyal to Northeastern Junior College – Gabriel and all eight of his children attended Northeastern. The Northeastern Junior College (NJC) Alumni Association honored the Gertner family as the recipients of the 2018 Pride in Association award during the commencement exercise held on May 11, 2018.

Gabriel grew up on the family farm near Padroni, Colo. and graduated from Padroni High School in 1941. He enrolled at Northeastern in 1942, attending part-time, while working on the family farm. Gabriel was also a member of the second basketball team at the college.

In 1945, Gabriel was drafted into the United States Army, and during his service he was deployed to Corregidor, Bataan and Manila, Philippines. In November 1946 he was discharged. After returning home, he worked for Campsey Construction and Mountain Bell Telephone, and on June 7, 1951, Gabriel married Barbara Kaiser; the couple went on to have eight children.

Although Gabriel did not graduate from Northeastern, he and Barbara appreciated the quality education and the foundation it provided their children to transfer to four-year institutions.

Mike Gertner graduated from Northeastern in 1972 earning an Associate of Arts degree. He in turn transferred to the University of Northern Colorado, graduating in 1978 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Mike took a position with RE-1 Valley School District, and during his 37 years as an educator he received a Master’s degree from the University of Northern Colorado.

Pictured left to right: Rose McDonald, Mike Gertner, Gabriel Gertner, Bill Gertner, Linda Skeen

Bob Gertner graduated from Northeastern in 1974, receiving an Associate of Applied Science. He furthered his education at Colorado Aerotech, Inc. where he earned an airframe and power plant license, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in business management and accounting from the Upper Iowa University. Bob worked for AGCO Corporation and Massey Ferguson Inc.; he currently works for Kubota Tractor Corporation as the Central Division District Sales Manager.

Linda (Gertner) Skeen earned her Associates degree in 1975 from Northeastern. Directly after she graduated Linda entered into the workforce, working several clerical positions and as a service clerk at a John Deere dealership. She is currently the Purchasing Supervisor for the Jennie M. Melham Hospital in Broken Bow, Neb.

Jim Gertner earned an Associates of Arts degree in 1981 at Northeastern, and returned in 1985 to earn a certificate in auto-body repair. He then pursued a teaching degree at the University of Colorado earning a Bachelor’s degree in 1988 and a Master’s degree in Special Education from Texas Tech University in 2000. Jim has been a math teacher at Wingate High School in Gallup, N.M. since 1989.

Bill Gertner received an Associate degree in 1984 from Northeastern, and continued his education at Colorado State University earning a Bachelor’s degree in 1986. Bill has worked as a Loan Officer at Yuma Federal Land Bank and Farm Credit of Northeastern Colorado; he currently is the Vice President of Lending and Branch Manager at Premier Farm Credit.

Rose (Gertner) McDonald graduated from Northeastern in 1985 with an Associate of Arts degree. She graduated Cum Laude from the University of Northern Colorado in 1987 with a Bachelor’s degree in elementary education. Rose taught for RE-1 Valley School District from 1987 to 1996.

Kelly Gertner graduated from Northeastern in 1995 with an Associates of Arts degree. His plans were to attend Colorado State University to which he had been accepted, however, on May 8, 1997 he passed away.

Northeastern provided the Gertner family a quality education, the foundation for transferring to four-year institutions and a financially affordable education.

The NJC Alumni Association established the Pride in Association Award in 2002. It is bestowed upon a family or individual who has provided support, dedication and loyalty to the college over the years.

NJC Ag Department Received Trailer Donation

Thu, 17 May 2018 10:13:00 -0600

Thanks to an anonymous donor and local businesses, a new stock trailer helps department with academic and rodeo needs.

May 18, 2018, Sterling, CO – Northeastern Junior College (NJC) Foundation is pleased to announce an anonymous donor, along with Cargill Nutrena and Transwest of Sterling, donated funds to the NJC Agriculture Department to purchase a 2018 Cimarron Common Stock Trailer.

The trailer will help Northeastern students travel to college-related events, for programs such as Equine Management, Equine Science, and Ranch Horse Versatility as well as the Rodeo and Livestock Judging teams.

Pictured left to right: Jake Schneider Transwest, Cole Briggs, Amanda Morgan, Mike Anderson, Brian Cullen, Shelby Winchell (Photo by Kathy Reinhardt)

Kathy Reinhardt, NJC Foundation Director, was contacted by the anonymous donor to inquire about the current needs of the NJC agriculture department, and together Reinhardt and Mike Anderson, NJC agriculture department chair, brought the agriculture department together to determine the department’s greatest needs. After Anderson spoke with the donor, the decision was made to increase the donation amount to help purchase a new stock trailer for the department.

The anonymous donation was just the start of making the purchase of the new stock trailer a reality. When Cargill Nutrena and Transwest of Sterling received word that the NJC agriculture department was looking to purchase a new stock trailer, both companies agreed to help with the purchase.

“We are very appreciative of this funding and the NJC Champions we collaborate with. This is a great example of the difference we can make for NJC students, when we team up with donors, to have a larger impact within our community,” said Kathy Reinhardt.

Northeastern Junior College Awards More than 35K in Scholarships

Thu, 17 May 2018 09:44:00 -0600

Colorado and Nebraska students honored for their hard work in agricultural studies

May 16, 2018, Sterling, Colo. - Northeastern Junior College held the 49th Annual Agriculture Awards Banquet on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 in the Hays Student Center Ballroom on the NJC campus. The banquet had a .007 theme with Braedon and Peyton Kloberdanz and Adam Davis as masters of ceremonies. Top-performing students in various agriculture and extracurricular areas were recognized by the faculty, staff and their peers for their outstanding work.

The Jack Annan Agricultural Achievement Award is given to the top performing sophomores each year; the award has been given to students since the first agriculture banquet in 1969, first known as the Dekalb Award, until 1992 when the name changed to the Outstanding NJC Ag Student Award. In 2017, the award donned a new name – the Jack Annan Agriculture Achievement Award, in honor of Mr. Jack Annan. For more than 50 years, Jack has played a key role at Northeastern – first as an agriculture instructor and later as a vocational counselor – in recruiting students to this small, personal college where the students always come first.

The 2018 recipients of the Jack Annan Agricultural Achievement Award are Jordyn Holmes of New Castle, Wyo. and Nick Vollmer of Merino, Colo.

Pictured left to right: Jordyn Holmes, Jack Annan, Nick Vollmer

Jordyn will receive an Associates of Science with an Agriculture Business degree of designation and a Production Agriculture Certificate. She was active in the Aggies and the Collegiate Farm Bureau, and attended Round Pen during her time at Northeastern. Jordyn is a hardworking individual in and out of the classroom, having led the Aggies Blood Drive for the past two years. “She is also a person of character and all my interactions have shown her to be very professional in her behavior,” said Mike Anderson, Agriculture Department Chair.

Nick will receive an Associates of Science with an Agriculture Business degree of designation and an Associates of Science with an Animal Science degree of designation. He served as the 2017-2018 President of the NJC Collegiate Farm Bureau and the 2016-2018 Vice President of the NJC Collegiate Farm Bureau, and received the 2017 Outstanding Freshman for Collegiate Farm Bureau. Nick also participated in the Aggies, helping with most of the events throughout his time at Northeastern. “Nick devoted a great deal of time to planning and preparing for Collegiate Farm Bureau events. I don’t know of any other student who has taken such ownership of student activities in the agriculture department,” said Anderson.

Each year, the agriculture department awards more than $35,000 in scholarships to NJC freshman and sophomores. The 2018-2019 scholarship recipients are:

• Zachary Arbuckle of Littleton, Colo., recipient of the Adam Ginther Memorial Scholarship

• Dillon Roesch of McClave, Colo., recipient of the fall Brickel Brothers Scholarship and the Carl Fonte Scholarship

• Lindsey Wagner of Otis, Colo., recipient of the spring Brickel Brothers Scholarship

• Madeline Rule of Akron, Colo., recipient of the Darryl W. Rhodes Scholarship

• Peyton Kloberdanz of Sterling, Colo., recipient of the Fleming Saddle Club Scholarship and the Fred Sneath Memorial Scholarship

• Tar Hiatt of Elizabeth, Colo., recipient of the Gabriel Schreiber Memorial Scholarship

• Stephanie Bushnell of Fort Lupton, Colo., recipient of the Hilbert Kahl Memorial Agriculture Education Scholarship

• Caleb Baker of Snyder, Colo., recipient of the Justin Covelli Memorial Ag Scholarship

• Braedon Kolberdanz of Sterling, Colo., recipient of the Kasey Jo Walker Warner Scholarship

• Makenna Hittson of Des Moines, N.M., recipient of the Keith Propst Memorial Agriculture Scholarship

• Kelli Carlson of Keenesburg, Colo., recipient of the Keith Propst Memorial Agriculture Transfer Scholarship

• Courtney Griffith of Brush, Colo., recipient of the Michael and Sandy Underwood Scholarship

• Holly Heckendorf of Wellington, Colo., recipient of the NE-CO Bull Test and Great Western Beef Expo Scholarship

• Cooper Carlson of Atwood, Colo., recipient of the First Farm Bank – COSI – Logan County Scholarship.

Honored guest Ronda Brandt, USDA-National Agriculture Statistics Service State of Wyoming Statistician, joined Anderson in congratulating the following outstanding award recipients:

• Kelli Carlson of Keenesburg, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Ag Business award

• Shannon Ragan of Steamboat Springs, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Agriculture Education and Colligate Farm Bureau Outstanding Sophomore awards

• Rayna Hodgson of Greeley, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Animal Science award

• Mariya Mekelburg of Yuma, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Agri-Business and Outstanding Crop and Soil Science awards

• Jennifer Snowberger of Durango, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Equine Science award

• Amy Crowder of Brighton, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Equine Management award

• Adam Davis of Peetz, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Production Agriculture and Aggies Outstanding Sophomore awards

• Stephanie Bushenell of Fort Lupton, Colo., recipient of the Aggies Outstanding Freshman award

• Lindsey Wagner of Otis, Colo., recipient of the Collegiate Farm Bureau Outstanding Freshman award

• Tiffaney Connelly of Bridgeport, Neb., recipient of the Livestock Judging Outstanding Judge award

• Eli Patten of Byers, Colo., recipient of the Outstanding Sales Presentation/Salesperson and Livestock Judging Outstanding Academic Livestock Judge award

• Faith Hoffman of Kiowa, Colo., recipient of the Rodeo Top Cowgirl award

• Cody Darnell of Gordon, Nebr., recipient of the Rodeo Top Cowboy award

• Trevor Garner of Bennett, Colo., recipient of the Fall 2017 Welding award

• Blake Russell of Walden, Colo., recipient of the Spring 2018 Welding award

• Brandon Newton of Eckley, Colo., recipient of the Adult Ag Business Management Outstanding Student award.

Twenty-four Students Earn Associate of Nursing Degrees

Thu, 17 May 2018 09:15:00 -0600

Megan Troutman of Sterling, Colo. (left) receives the coveted Best Bedside Nurse Award. Ken Hazlitt of the Sterling Lion’s Club (left) makes the presentation of the engraved plaque. (Photo by Sarah Matthews, Northeastern)

May 15, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Before a room full of family and friends, 24 students at Northeastern Junior College crossed the stage of the Dorothy J. Corsberg Theatre on Northeastern’s campus to officially become associate-degree nurses. Participating in the highly regarded, historical pinning ceremony, graduates chose a significant friend or family member to do the honors of placing the pin on their collars for this special occasion. The pinning was followed with the presentation of a symbolic yellow rose, hugs and best wishes from the nursing faculty.

During the ceremony, Megan Troutman of Sterling, Colo. was honored with the coveted “Best Bedside Nurse” award, presented each year by the Lions Club of Sterling. This award is very special as the recipient is chosen by the nursing faculty who work with the students in the clinical setting. This individual is awarded for demonstrating the best patient care and compassion while being trained as a nurse.

The “Highest Academic Average” award, presented by the Rotary Club of Sterling, went to Ingrid Rothell of Sterling, Colo., who earned a 4.0 GPA while in the nursing program.

Ingrid Rothell of Sterling, Colo. (right) is honored with the Highest Academic Average Award, receiving an engraved plaque from the Sterling Rotary Club represented by Alex Wright (right) (Photo by Sarah Matthews, Northeastern)

Other graduates in the 2018 Associate Degree of Nursing include: Ashley Alonso-Holtorf of Akron, Colo., Amber Angleton of Haxtun, Colo., Chelsea Clouse of Sterling, Colo., Jessie Cochran of Sterling, Colo., Samantha Cook of Potter, Neb., Elizabeth Dalsted of Fort Morgan, Colo., Kelsy DeLarber of Morrison, Colo., Cydina Dick of Haxtun, Colo., BreeAnn Dizmang of Sterling, Colo., Sydney Fisher of Pueblo, Colo., Margarita Guerrero of Edinburg, Tex., Melissa Koehler of Fleming, Colo., MaKaya Lechman of Sterling, Colo., Sky McEndaffer of Sterling, Colo., Jamecia Nygaard of Sterling, Colo., Verenise Rivera of Sterling, Colo., Sarah Richards of Mount Vernon, Wash., Taneesha Rodriquez of Haxtun, Colo., Karissa Smith of Golden, Colo., Reagan Urioste of Loveland, Colo., Samantha Varley of Nebraska City, Neb., and Cindy Watanabe of Honolulu, Hawaii.

Front row left to right: Sarah Richards, MaKaya Lechman, Samantha Cook, Taneesha Rodriques, Kelsy DeLarber, Karissa Smith
Middle row left to right: Megan Troutman, Cydina Dick, Sky McEndaffer, Jamecia Nygaard, Reagan Urioste, Sydney Fisher, Margarita Guerrero, Verenise Rivera
Back row left to right: Cindy Watanabe, Ashley Alonso-Holtorf, Ingrid Rothell, Melissa Koehler, Jessie Cochran, Amber Angleton, Samantha Varley, Elizabeth Dalsted, BreeAnn Dizmang, Chelsea Clouse
(Photo by Sarah Matthews, Northeastern)

Scholar Performers Honored at Northeastern

Wed, 16 May 2018 09:29:00 -0600

May 14, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College honored eight students at the Spring Ensemble Saturday, May 5, 2018. To be a scholar performer, the student must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and be a member of one of Northeastern’s student organizations.

Pictured left to right: Hope Lugo, Karla Hocheder, Gabriel Jofre, Haley Johnson, Houston Clevenger, Micayla Lerdal, and Jared Foss. Not pictured: Zachery Langerak

Members of the Debate Team include: Jared Foss of Eaton, Colo., Micayla Lerdal of Merino, Colo., Karla Hocheder of Hillrose, Colo. and Houston Clevenger of Eaton, Colo.

Members of the Music and Recording group include: Gabriel Jofre of Sterling, Colo., Haley Johnson of Hillrose, Colo., Houston Clevenger of Eaton, Colo. and Zachery Langerak of Arvada, Colo.

Members of the Theater group include: Hope Lugo of Brighton, Colo. and Karla Hocheder of Hillrose, Colo.

Northeastern to honor retiree

Tue, 08 May 2018 10:10:00 -0600

May 7, 2018, Sterling, Colo. – Northeastern Junior College (NJC) honored Ronda Monheiser for her 31 years of continuous service on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at a reception held in the E.S. French Hall Atrium on the NJC campus.

Pictured left to right: Ronda Monheiser, President Jay Lee

Ronda spent all 31 years as an instructor in the business department at NJC, and taught nearly all of the classes offered, focusing on macroeconomics, microeconomics and statistics in the later part of her career. Ronda has represented the college at the state and national levels on the State Faculty Advisory Council and the Colorado Faculty Advisory Council, and presented at various education and marketing conferences.

During the reception, coworkers and friends recalled stories about their time at NJC with Ronda, many of which sharing how they will miss Ronda’s unique and infectious laughter that would carry throughout the halls.

“If you wanted to find students engaged and engrossed in their course content, just visit Ronda’s class,” said Stanton Gartin, Executive Vice President.

Ronda was presented with many accolades throughout her time with NJC, to include Colorado State Board for Community Colleges Teacher of the Year, Joel E. Mack Award, and the Jerome F. Wartgow Teaching in Technology Award, to name a few. All of her hard work and dedication to her students did not go unnoticed. Brenda Lauer, former Vice President of Administration at Pikes Peak Community College, shared, “she would work clear into the night...she gave tirelessly, she gave all to her students.”

NJC is honored to have had an instructor like Ronda to help build the bridge to students futures and to mentor new instructors. “[Ronda’s] legacy is more than just a laugh…the great impact and real pleasure all of us had working with you, you will always be a Plainswoman and a part of the Northeastern team,” said President Jay Lee.

Northeastern Honor Society inducts 84 new members

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 10:55:00 -0600

April 17, 2018, Sterling, CO– Northeastern Junior College’s (NJC) Zeta Theta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, held its annual induction ceremony welcoming 84 new members into the prestigious two-year college international honor society. The induction ceremony and banquet took place in the Hays Student Center Ballroom on Sunday, April 15, 2018. Guests included inductee family members, honored faculty, and senior administration.

Keynote speaker for the evening was Jesseb Adam, Instructional Designer and Active Learning Specialist at NJC. Jesseb is a student at heart and a teacher by training. He shared a well-received inspirational message to the inductees about “Preparing for Their Futures”.

Pictured left to right. Front row: Abigail Davidson, Kelli Carlson-CAB Representative, Jordyn Holmes-Secretary, Kaitlin Wagner-President, Carlie Rosa-Social Media Representative, Ashley, Colchin-Vice President, Joe Griswinski-Treasurer, Houston Clevenger, Noah Lemily. Middle Row: Carolyn Cole, Caylee Hood, Emory Underwood, Brynn Abernathy, Cassidy Paxton, Shannon Ragan, Samantha Lopez, Kaitlyn Anderson, Tashika Burrell, Karma Contreras, Modesta Everett, Jordan Matthews, Josi Kurtzer, Alyssa Lorenzini, Katlyn Buss. Back Row: Elijah Patten, Chandler Ritchey, Luke Weimer, Rachael Northup, Nathan Van Deel, Max Sorensen, Kayla Smithgall, Jessica Williams, Christina Gerken, Shayla Griffin, James Saylor, Kennedi Fulwylie, Gunner McEntee, Callie Dickerson, Nicholas Edie, Dylan Long, Cody Burghart, Jared Foss, Brett Mattson

Jesseb’s address focused on what steps each student took to get to this moment in their academic career at NJC. “Who are you preparing yourself to be?” he asked. It doesn’t matter what titles you receive or hold, it is who you are that matters.” Preparing yourself to be the best person you can be academically, professionally and foremost personally, should be your motivation.

Following the keynote, new inductees were called forward to sign their names in the chapter register, light their own flame of knowledge, and pledge their commitment to the ideals of Phi Theta Kappa.

The NJC Zeta Theta Chapter members gain valuable leadership skills through volunteering for non-profit organizations throughout the academic year. Linda Merkl, Director of Business Programs, and Ronda Monheiser, Professor of Business and Economics, serve as the PTK advisors to provide guidance to the students to grow scholars and leaders.

The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence. Inductees must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours at NJC with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. As students transfer on to colleges and universities most recognize members of PTK and offer significant scholarship opportunities.

Northeastern Junior College (NJC) is Colorado’s premier 2-year college, part of the Colorado Community College System and NCA accredited. NJC offers a wide variety of degree and certificate programs, along with career and technical training and community classes. NJC offers 4-year degree programs through participating 4-year colleges.

CCCS Honors Student Rising Stars

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 09:23:00 -0600

Gaytan and Worden receive Rising Star Award

Pictured left to right: NJC President Jay Lee, Azalya Gaytan, CCCS President Dr. Nancy McCallin

April 11, 2018, Sterling, CO – Students at Northeastern Junior College (NJC) come from a variety of cultural and economic areas throughout the world, with a wide array of interests and aspirations. It is this atmosphere that helps cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. NJC is pleased to announce Azalya Gaytan and Trenton Worden were selected as the recipients of the Rising Star Award by the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) and the State Student Advisory Council (SSAC).

The Rising Star Award is bestowed upon community college students who exhibit a high level of leadership and involvement in student activities, along with maintaining a 3.0 grade point average.

Azalya Gaytan is a freshman from Littleton, CO, currently working on her Associates of Arts with a degree of designation in Criminal Justice. She is very active in the Criminal Justice Club as the Vice President, along with being a NJC Ambassador, Associate Student Government Senator and a work-study for the Office of Admissions. In addition to Azalya’s activities on campus, she took an internship with the Fort Morgan Police Department were she is a vital part of the team being the only one able to speak Spanish. Azalya also volunteers her time with Under the Umbrella, a non-profit in Sterling, CO, were she helps prepare meals for the less fortunate. Azalya plans to transfer to a four-year college to pursue her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.

Pictured left to right: NJC President Jay Lee, Trenton Worden and CCCS President Dr. Nancy McCallin

Trenton Worden is a sophomore from Stratton, CO, currently working on his Associates of Science with a degree of designation in Ag Business and an Associates of Applied Science with a degree of designation in Production Ag. He is currently the Vice President of the NJC Collegiate Farm Bureau, along with being active in the NJC Aggies and working as a Residence Hall Assistant. Trenton does not shy away from hard work; he is the one that volunteers for the jobs no one else does instead of having the limelight. Through his leadership positions, he works very hard to plan and manage on-campus activities. Trenton takes pride in creating activities and programs for other students. Trenton plans to transfer to the University of Wyoming, to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Ag Business.

Azalya and Trenton exalt a kindness and genuine leadership in their studies, club activities and their community, NJC is fortunate to have these two well-rounded leaders.

CCCS and SSAC held a luncheon on Tuesday, April 10, 2018 to honor Azalya and Trenton along with 25 other students from the community college system.

Students Wellbeing Matters to NJC

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 10:24:00 -0600

Pictured left to right: Cindy Carey (Peer Helpers Sponsor), Hanna Niccoli ( Peer Helper), Brooke Corliss (Sam & Louie’s Italia Restaurant certificate winner) , Tyler Szymkowicz (Peer Helper), and Christina Korf (Peer Helper)

April 3, 2018, Sterling, CO – Northeastern Junior College (NJC) not only cares about how students are achieving in the classroom, they care how the students are doing personally, emotionally and physically. In February, the NJC Peer Helpers spearheaded a campaign to find out the health needs of their fellow classmates by gathering data from the American College Health Association – National College Health Assessment (ACHA-NCHA) National Collegiate Student Health Survey. This survey will give NJC anonymous, aggregate information on a wide variety of student health concerns, ranging from sleep/eating patterns to drug/alcohol use, mental health concerns, and physical health. This data will be used to assist the students at NJC. The survey contains approximately 300 questions that assess health status and health problems, risk and protective behaviors, access to health information, impediments to academic performance, and perceived norms across a variety of content areas.

Pictures left to right: Jessica Williamson (Fiesta Restaurant certificate winner), Tyler Szymkowicz (Peer Helper), Hanna Niccoli (Peer Helper), and Christina Korf (Peer Helper)

The questions asked will aid NJC in identifying the most common health and behavior actions that affect students’ academic performance. This will allow the Peer Helpers and NJC to design health programs at all levels as well as give input into the decision making NJC does around allocating monetary and human resources to better serve the students.

Pictured left to right: Hanna Niccoli (Peer Helper), Kaylee Traxler (NJC Bookstore certificate winner), Tyler Szymkowicz (Peer Helper), and Christina Korf (Peer Helper)

The NJC Peer Helpers worked hard to get word out to the student body and it was a successful campaign as 27.5% of NJC students completed the survey. This is a higher return than many of the 4-year universities in Colorado. Each participating student received a credit card shaped flash drive with a message to remind them of the dangers of distracted driving. Five students were randomly chosen and awarded a substantial prize. Brooke Corliss won a $50 gift card to Sam & Louie’s Italian Restaurant, Jessica Williams won a $50 gift card to Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, Kaylee Traxler won a $100 gift certificate to the NJC Bookstore, Madison Smith won a Fitbit Charge HR 2, and Cindy Watanabe won an 32 GB iPad.

Pictured left to right: Hanna Niccoli (Peer Helper), Madison Smith (Fitbit winner), Tyler Szymkowicz (Peer Helper), and Christina Korf (Peer Helper)

The campaign would not be possible without funding from the Coalition of Colorado Campus Alcohol and Drug Educators Collaborate 2017-2019 Cohort grant. This grant allowed the NJC Peer Helpers to offer the five top prizes and continues to support NJC in the analysis of the results and the implementation of evidence-based best practices with the support of the CADE staff.

Pictured left to right: Hanna Niccoli (Peer Helper), Cindy Watanabe (iPad winner), Tyler Szymkowicz (Peer Helper), and Christina Korf (Peer Helper)

NJC is Proud to Announce 2018 PTK All Colorado

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 10:19:00 -0600

Pictured left to right: Ronda Monheiser, PTK Advisor/Professor of Business and Economics, Justin Camacho, Madison Lipe, President Jay Lee (Picture by Sarah Matthews/NJC)

March 27, 2018, Sterling, CO March 27, 2018, Sterling, CO – Earlier this month thirty-nine top-performing and service-oriented students from across Colorado were inducted to the community college Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-Colorado Academic Team.

To qualify for the All-Colorado Academic team the student must belong to their college’s chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. The inductees are chosen by their respective college for their academic excellence and intellectual rigor combined with leadership and service beyond the classroom.

PTK is the largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students in the world. To be eligible to belong to the PTK honor society, students must complete at least 12 hours of associate degree coursework and earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average (GPA).

Northeastern Junior College (NJC) is honored to announce Madison Lipe and Justin Miguel Camacho are this year’s NJC PTK All-Colorado Academic Team Inductees.

Madison Lipe is currently studying business at NJC and will be transferring to Metro State University in the fall to pursue a bachelor’s degree in hospitality. Her goal is to apply her knowledge, creativity and organizational skills to become a successful entrepreneur in event planning. Madison is a very active student on campus, she maintains a 4.0 GPA, is a Resident Hall Assistant, and tutors subjects in business, English, and math in the NJC Monahan Learning Center (MLC).

Justin Miguel Camacho is currently working toward an Associates of Arts Business-Degree with Designation and he looks forward to transferring to the University of Central Florida to pursue his bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in marketing. He is a go-getter on campus, on the wrestling team, tutors in the MLC and is a Resident Hall Assistant.