Thursday, January 21, 2010

Do you know your Dress Code?

Allied Health Student Clothing:
SWC issued or solid color scrubs. Scrubs must match.
White lab coats must be worn in labs.
Scrubs and lab coat must be clean and in good condition
Students must wear suitable undergarments that do not show through scrubs.
Students may wear a solid colored shirt under their scrubs.
Light colored socks (preferably white) should be worn.


Allied Health Student Shoes:
Nursing shoes or mostly white tennis shoes should be worn.
Shoes must be closed toe and in good condition.

Allied Health Hair:
Hair must be clean and neatly groomed.
Hair should be pulled back off face. Long hair should be worn in a ponytail/bun/etc.
Hair should be a natural color.

Fingernails:
Trimmed to 1/4 inches from end of finger.
Only clear or natural color nail polish.

Jewelry for Allied Health students:
Earrings should be kept to a minimum.
Earrings should be simple studs or flat patterns in professional designs—No dangly or hoop earrings.
Only one ring per hand.
Only simple chain choker necklaces are allowed. Simple/tasteful charms or medallions are acceptable. No long chains or large charms/medallions.
The only bracelets allowed are medical ID bracelets.
A watch with a digital readout or second hand is recommended.

Other notes for Allied Health students:
No visible facial piercings other than earrings are allowed.
Facial or neck tattoos should be covered with makeup or clothing.
Facial hair (beards and mustaches) should be neatly trimmed.
Makeup and Perfume should be worn in moderation.
Students must be clean.

Notes for Business, Computer and Criminal Justice Students:
No Jeans are allowed.
Southwestern College Polo or Button front shirts are preferred. Other dress shirts are also acceptable.
Professional/Dress shoes should be worn.
Slacks/skirts should be professional and neutral.

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Stay Safe on the Roads! Be cautious when Driving in Snow and Ice

The season for snowy weather is upon us – don’t get stranded! Neil Dunlop and Edmunds.com have compiled some tips to help drivers in bad weather. If you are driving on snowy, icy roads, follow these tips to stay safe:

Slow down if the roads are bad!
Allow extra following distance between your car and the car in front of you.
If your car starts to loose control in a skid, turn into the skid and accelerate if possible. Even though it goes against your instinct to speed up in these situations, it can help you regain control of your car.


Their last bit of advice may be the most tempting to follow: “go slow in the snow. Or stay home and make hot chocolate” (Dunlop)


If you do get stuck in the snow, having proper supplies could help you get through the ordeal quickly and safely:

Bottled Water
Matches & Candles
Blankets
Kitty Litter, Gravel or Sand
A first Aid kit
Warm Clothes
A small shovel
Flashlights and batteries
Packaged food, such as energy bars or canned nuts
Paper Towels
Spare Wiper Blades
Wiper Fluid
Jumper Cables



Dunlop, Neil. “How to: Drive in the Snow.” Edmunds. 2009. Web. January 13, 2010.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Remember and Celebrate: Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Dayton

This year, Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday is being observed on January 18th. His actual birthday was January 15, 1929. This year would have been his 80th birthday.

Most of us already know about Martin Luther King Jr. and his involvement in the African American Civil Rights movement. He believed in using peaceful means of protest and conflict resolution. In 1964, he became the youngest person to ever be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

We can best honor King’s memory by remembering his message and mission. Southwestern College Library has many books that relate to racial conflict in America.

Many biographies and other articles related to King are available on Infotrac at Infotrac.galegroup.com.
Username: lesday
Password: Dayton

There are also many events taking place on January 18th in the Dayton area to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day:

Day of Service at Dayton International Peace Museum
Free for children K-12
1:00pm—3:00pm, call 937-227-3223
Children learn about applying non-violence in everyday life.

MLK March and Rally
Courthouse Square
March begins at 10:30am from each of the four corners of the city, for more information call (937) 424-1500

YMWA Piqua’s Martin Luther King Day Celebration
1:00pm—2:00pm, 937-773-6626
This event is free