News from 2009
December 17, 2009
Congratulations December Nurse Aide Graduates
Three students of EBC’s Nurse Aide Program attended the December graduation and received their pins and certificates of completion. Attending the ceremony at the school were Tim Feltmeyer, Director of Academics; Gretchen Reinard, Assistant Academics Director; Michelle Coon, Student Services Director; Lucia Bonaminio, Instructor; and Donna Perino, Director of the Erie Campus. Shown in the photo are Lucia Bonaminio, Instructor, and graduates Grace Prest, Ashley Stein, and Marjorie Capwill. Congratulations, graduates!
December 9, 2009
Professional Awareness
Harry D. Glunt spoke to the Clinical Procedures class on Wednesday, December 9th. Mr. Glunt’s talk focused on the five stages of grief and the role of the healthcare professional, as well as some of the historical elements of funerals. After his presentation, students were involved in a Q&A session.
December 1, 2009
Business Ethics
Greg Teetzel, a Licensed Financial Sales Consultant with PNC Investments, spoke to the Business Ethics Class on Tuesday, December 1.
Greg’s presentation focused on the financial consultant’s ethical duties to the client. During the Q&A session, he stressed how the cornerstone of an investment relationship is the trust between the client and the financial service professional.
December 1, 2009
CORE at EBC
Julia Homa, Community Relations Coordinator for CORE (Center for Organ Recovery & Education), talked with Medical and Nursing students about Organ Donation on December 1. She discussed common myths, the organ donation priority list, and the process for procurement of organs. Joining Julia was a guest volunteer who told her story and what the process was like when she lost a loved one. Following the presentation was a question and answer session.
November 20, 2009
Student Appreciation Day
On November 20, EBC students enjoyed lunch, dinner and electronic gifts during this year’s Student Appreciation Day. Prizes were distributed to those who won; and, these items included Nintendo Wii, Portable DVD Player, Digital Camera, MP3 Players and USB Drives.
November 19, 2009
Workplace Reality
Pearl Jeffries, Director of Campus Ministry and Development for Gannondale, provided a motivational speech for Erie Business Center students on November 19. She touched on the need to be honest and dependable in the workplace. She also engaged students with real world analogies that demonstrated what should happen at work and what should be avoided. Students enjoyed participating during Ms. Jeffries presentation.
November 10, 2009
Highlighting Employer Expectations
On November 10, Paul Olejarczyk, HR Manager for Scott Enterprises, was on-campus to talk to students about what employers look for in employees. Paul discussed top skills and values that will help students and graduates excel in the workforce. Following his presentation there was a short question and answer session; and, Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management Program students introduced themselves and presented their resumes to Paul for consideration in future opportunities with Scott Enterprises.
October 22, 2009
Congratulations October Nurse Aide Graduates
Ten students of EBC’s Nurse Aide Program attended the October 22nd graduation and received their certificates of completion. Attending the ceremony at the school were Tim Feltmeyer, Director of Medical Programs; Michelle Coon, Student Services Administrator; Lucia Bonaminio, Instructor, and Donna Perino, Director of the Erie Campus. The graduates are: Catherine Ginnery, Teali Harris, Irma Long, Latisha Morris, Carmen Sansom, Deszirray Smith, Jeanette Thorne, Angela Thompson, David Walk, and Amanda Turner. Congratulations, graduates!
October 15, 2009
Community Resources Day
On October 15, students, faculty, and staff supported another EBC Community Resources Day clothing drive. During the activity, some students registered as volunteers for the various organizations and other students served refreshments.
August 20, 2009
August commencement at the Erie Maennerchor Club
Graduating EBC students received associate in specialized business (ASB) degrees or diplomas at EBC’s August commencement. The event was held Thursday, August 20, at the Erie Maennerchor Club with a 6 p.m. ceremony followed by a reception for graduates, families, friends, faculty and administration. The commencement speaker was DaWayne Cleckley, owner of StellarMediaWorks. Valedictorian Lori Meisel also addressed those in attendance, while Helen Wolf, Lurdes Caraballo, and Keven McQueeney were selected to lead various portions of the commencement exercise. Outstanding Student Recognition awards were presented to Adam Summerville (Information Technology), Lurdes Caraballo (Medical Assistant) and Richard Ketchum (Paralegal). Congratulations, graduates!
August 3, 2009
Congratulations Practical Nursing Grads!
Graduating EBC Practical Nursing Program students received their diplomas at the August 3 commencement ceremony. The event was held at the Erie Maennerchor Club with a 6 p.m. ceremony followed by a reception for graduates, families, friends, faculty and administration. The commencement speaker was Beverly Fetzner, founder, owner, and president of Comfort Care and Resources, Incorporated. Valedictorian Julie Rice also addressed those in attendance and leading various portions of the commencement exercise were Ebony Chisholm, Kristin Martin, and Jason White. The Outstanding Student Recognition award was presented to Connie Coverdale. Congratulations, graduates!
July 2009
Q&A with Attorney David Ridge
In July, Attorney David Ridge spoke to the EBC Practical Nursing Program students about the issues and liabilities in the medical profession. Attorney Ridge’s comments were followed by a question and answer session and discussion.
Information Technology and Pies??
The Information Technology program students smashed lots of pies as one of the fund raisers for their trip to Las Vegas to attend the DEFCON Security Conference. Faculty and administration “willingly and not-so-willingly volunteered” to be targets. Pictured below are Tim Rowe, business administration department head, Brian Kruszewski, information technology director, Heidi Salusky, financial aid administrator, Kevin Arrington, instructor, and Josh Rossi, information technology specialist.
Waiting patiently
Yolanda running away
Josh and Donna
Heidi takes two for the team
Who's next?
Kevin Arrington
June 25, 2009
Congratulations June Nurse Aide Graduates
Six students of EBC’s Nurse Aide Program attended the June 25th graduation and pinning ceremony and received their certificates of completion and nurse aide pins. Attending the ceremony at the school were Michelle Coon, Student Services Administrator; Lucia Bonaminio, Instructor, and Donna Perino, Director of the Erie Campus. The graduates are: David Bilinski, Ronald Cromer, Alisha lighting er, Jennifer Loesel, Roxanne Roberts, Chelsea Strom. Congratulations, graduates!
June 10, 2009
Community Resources Day
On May 14, students, faculty, and staff enjoyed pizza and most importantly meeting with representatives from the Crime Victim Center, Erie United Methodist Alliance, and Catholic Charities. The Crime Victim Center of Erie County, Inc. has been serving the area since 1973 and it covers areas such as sexual harassment, assault, and identity theft. Angela Porfilio, Director of Development, talked with students about the services provided by this agency. Michele Knauer, Project WIN Caseworker, from Catholic Charities provided information on the counseling services provided by her agency (individual, family, couple, drug and alcohol, gambling, adoption, as well as refugee and resettlement services, and pregnancy services).Melissa Thompson, Coordinator of Social Services, Erie United Methodist Alliance, discussed the alliance which was founded in 1888. Part of the alliance, The Rainbow Connection Thrift Store, provides coordination of all donations such as clothing and small household items which are provided free to clients and others in the community or at prices lower than most thrift stores. The Refuge, is a 28 bed emergency shelter for homeless families with children – during a 30-45 day stay, the families are provided with basic necessities and services such as assessment, counseling, and case management. EBC conducted a clothing drive and provided donations to Melissa on this day.
Michele Knauer, Catholic Charities
Students w/Pizza
Melissa Thompson, Erie United Methodist Alliance
Melissa receiving donations of clothing
Angela Porfilio, Crime Victim Center
June 10, 2009
Maternal Child Health Speaker
On May 22, 2009, Rozlyn Cidor, RN, met with the Practical Nursing Program Students. Rozlyn has been a nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit at St. Vincent Health Center for the past five years with a background in mother/baby nursing. During her presentation, she spoke of the importance of post partum care and detailed the assessment and care for mom and baby. She demonstrated a complete assessment and explanation of a newborn and what type of difficulties may be encountered. She also provided critical pathways and explained how to use them. The students were very attentive and appreciated Rozlyn’s presentation.
June 10, 2009
Home Health Speaker
On May 8, 2009, Stephanie link, RN, a representative from Care Unlimited Nursing Agency visited with the Practical Nursing Program students. Stephanie presented the pros and cons, what home health can offer, and the different areas that make up the field. Students were very appreciative of the time she spent with them answering questions and explaining what they can expect when they graduate and look for employment.
May 12, 2009
Students and Faculty Volunteer at the Uht
On April 29, students in the Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management major and faculty members volunteered to cook and serve food to fans, run the cash registers and assist in the fun zone. Enjoying the day’s activities were students Charlene Marhoefer, Amy Lowe, Kara Lowe, Fred Hayes, Josh McGraw, Kathy Frazzini, Kristan Kupniewski, Shanka Jones, Jared Crissman, and Joe Currier and faculty members Becky Graham and Kevin Arrington. More community service volunteering projects are planned for the future.
April 27, 2009
Congratulations April ‘09 Graduates
Graduating EBC students received associate in specialized business (ASB) degrees or diplomas at EBC’s April commencement. The event was held Thursday, April 23, at the Erie Maennerchor Club with a 6 p.m. ceremony followed by a reception for graduates, families, friends, faculty and administration. The commencement speaker was Tabitha Jones, 2003 EBC graduate and Director of Sales for the Bel-Aire Clarion Hotel and Conference Center. Valedictorians Amy Gollmer (Accounting Program) and Michael Burlingame (Information Technology) also addressed those in attendance, while Amber Christensen (Accounting Program), Darryl Crosby (Marketing and Management Program) and Heather Edmonds (Medical Assistant Program) were selected to lead various portions of the commencement exercise. Outstanding Student Recognition awards were presented to Amy Gollmer and Amber Christensen (Accounting Program), Darryl Crosby (Marketing and Management Program), Barbara Abbott (Administrative Office Professional), ChrisReturn to Topher Pietsch (Information Technology Program) and Heather Edmonds and Jenida Hazlett-Rollie (Medical Assistant Program). Congratulations, graduates!
April 27, 2009
ServSafe Award Night
At an award ceremony and reception at EBC, students of the HRIM program received their ServSafe certificates. These students are striving to become managers and owners of restaurants and hotels. When owning and managing a restaurant, there are several state requirements that must be followed. One of the PA state requirements is that one person in a restaurant at any given time must be ServSafe certified. EBC students Joe Currier, Kathy Frazzini, Kristen Kupniewski, Kara Lowe and Devan Mitchell sat for the test and are now certified. Their instructor, Becky Graham, commented “I am so very proud of my students and their accomplishments. Hats off to all of you and keep working toward your goals . . . because all that hard work will pay off.” Congratulations everyone!
April 27, 2009
Bowl for Kids Sake
Erie Business Center staff and faculty participated in the Bowl for Kids Sake! 2009 event at Greengarden Lanes on April 17. Staff members included Erica Coulter, Michelle Coon and Tiffany Parker; faculty members included Becky Graham, Kevin Arrington and Lucia Bonaminio. The team raised $350 in donations for Family Services of Northwest Pennsylvania in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Way to go, Team!!!
April 27, 2009
Rehab Techs Tour Clinical Practice
Rehabilitation Technician students toured the facilities of Chiropractic Physician James Loeslein. The students had the opportunity to observe rehabilitative techniques including stabilization exercises, use of ultrasound and electrical stimulation and flexibility exercises. Students on this tour included Luis Pagan, Katelynn Wheeler and Tiffany Rupp.
April 3, 2009
Spelling Bee
Participating in this year’s Corporate Spelling Bee at Junior’s Last Laugh Comedy Club on March 31 were: Carrie Kennedy, Director – Business Programs, Paul Pilatowski, Director – Admissions, and Brett Wiler, Admissions Representative. All proceeds from the event help support Books for Kids and WQLN Education. The team did very well and is looking forward to next year’s event.
March 4, 2009
Another Success Story
EBC 2005 graduate, Jason Salvaggio, discussed his professional successes with the current student body on February 25. Jason graduated from the Marketing and Management Program and while attending EBC worked at Cycle City creating marketing materials and developing promotions. Upon graduating from EBC, Jason accepted the Assistant Marketing Director position at The Millcreek Mall. There he continued to develop marketing materials and creative original promotions. During his presentation, Jason announced that he had accepted a new position as Marketing Manager of Urban Xperience Magazine, a new publication in the Erie area.
March 4, 2009
Congratulations February Nurse Aide Graduates
Eight students of EBC’s Nurse Aide Program attended the February 27th graduation and pinning ceremony and received their certificates of completion and nurse aide pins. Attending the ceremony at the school were Tim Feltmeyer, Director of Medical Programs; Michelle Coon, Student Services Administrator; Lucia Bonaminio, Instructor, and Donna Perino, Director of the Erie Campus. The graduates are: Mary Ann Aviles-Lewis, Tameka Crockett, TaLeah Knight, Nichole Shafer, Sara Scott, Tammie Smith, Shaniquewa Williams, and Emina Hrnjic (not present for the photo). Congratulations, graduates!
