Announcements for the Dayton Campus!

From the Education Department:
Fun Facts about our College !

• Did you know our Executive Director, Jim Smolinski, spends approximately $3000 a month (that’s $36,000 a year!) to help offset the cost of student parking.
• Did you know the bus pass attendance policy was created by a student committee? The students decided among themselves that the criteria to receive a discounted bus pass would be perfect attendance for the week prior to buying the pass.
• Did you know the book bags and flash drives that new students receive are paid for by the Executive Director, Jim Smolinski? Each book bag costs $30 and each flash drive costs $10. No other Lincoln College of Technology school (formerly Southwestern) gives the new students a book bag and flash drive to start their college career!
• Student Satisfaction Survey: Yes it's that time of year again! Our corporate office, Lincoln Educational Services, requires the student satisfaction survey to be conducted twice a year. All students must participate and it is a wonderful opportunity to share your honest opinions and ideas. Here are just some examples of changes the school made because of your opinions on this survey:

The 3rd floor student lounge was created.
The designated smoking area in the parking lot was built.
Enhanced cleaning of the floors, classrooms, and restrooms.
New paper towel and soap dispensers in the 3rd floor women's
restroom.
Pre-planning for larger library space.

From the Admissions Department:

• Don’t forget to participate in Bring a Friend to School Day. Any friends that you bring to school must be at least seventeen years of age. See your admissions rep to register your friend. Remaining dates this month are April 20th and April 21st.

From the Student Services Department:

• The Education Department will be handing out Perfect Attendance, Dean’s List and President’s List Awards May 3rd and May 4th times are TBA.
• There will be a Cinco de Mayo Celebration on May 5th. Nachos will be sold for $2.00. Times and location TBA.

Featured Staff: Goddess Harrison

Lincoln Eagle (LE): Where are you from?
Goddess Harrison (GH): Dayton, Ohio.
LE: Have you always lived here?
GH: Yes.
LE: What is your favorite thing about Dayton?
GH: All the different places to go and things to see. When I was a child, my father used to take me to see historic buildings and cottages. The Wright Patterson Airforce Museum is very interesting too.
LE: Where did you go to school?
GH: For elementary school, I went to Residence Park, then I went to Job Corps for Clerk Typist Training. In 2003, I graduated from Southwestern College with a degree in Administrative Assisting.
LE: What was your favorite class?
GH: It was computers. I learned most of my office management skills from Carol Eggert in Career Services. I owe most of my success to her - she was a very good teacher.
LE: If you were to work in a different field, what would you like to do?
GH: I'd like to sew - my grandmother always wanted me to be a seamstress. I would do fashion design or something like that.
LE: Do you have any favorite books or movies?
GH: I like mystery and adventure stories. I was a member of the Black Expressions publishing group and I have some books from them that I've been meaning to read. As far as movies, I saw 'The Long Kiss Goodnight' recently. I also like the TV show 'The Ghostwhisperer'.
LE: Do you have any hobbies?
GH: I love to cook, when I have the time.
LE: How did you get the name Goddess?
GH: My mother named me Goddess and my father named me Maria. They were never really a couple, so when I was at my mother's house, I went by Goddess and when I was at my father's house everyone called me Maria.

Need help with computers? Dayton Metro Library has a class for you!

For many, the prospect of using computers for projects or work can be daunting. Luckily, the public library offers free computer courses to teach people how to use many of the most common features of computers. Although they are free, some classes require advance registration. Be sure to call ahead if you want to take a class that requires registration. Contact the main library with any questions:

Main Library
215 E Third Street
Dayton, OH 45402
Registration Phone number:
463-2665

Microsoft Word Applied
First in a two part series, this class will introduce you to the basics of Microsoft Word. It will provide instruction on using the menus and toolbars of Word and give you a chance to practice creating and editing a simple Word document. Advanced registration is required.
March 21, 2011 10:00am - 11:30am

Microsoft Word in Action
This intermediate class will introduce you to the basics of Microsoft Word. This class will review page setup and introduce tables, bulleted lists, and graphics, including clip art. You will have a chance to practice creating simple documents using these elements. Advanced registration is required.
March 22, 2011 10:00am - 11:30am

Microsoft Excel Applied
This class introduces students to the basics of Microsoft’s spreadsheet program. Material covered includes spreadsheet terminology and capabilities, workbook creation and management, data manipulation, toolbars, using the Excel “help” function, sorting, basic functions, and basic editing features. Examples of everyday spreadsheet use are provided. Advance registration required.
March 23, 2011 3:00pm - 3:00pm

Mouse Basics
Before you begin to use a computer, there is the mouse. Learn the mouse skills needed to begin your computer training. Master your Mouse skills with Mousercise. This class is for those with minimal to no mouse skills.
March 28, 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Computer Basics
Now that you have mastered the mouse, let's learn the basics of how the computer works. We will cover the fundamentals of the Operating System. This class provides hands on instruction for beginners.
March 29, 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Computer Applied
Now that you understand the difference between hardware and software, continue building your knowledge with Computer Applied – “What every computer user should know”. We will continue your learning path with understanding the anatomy of the computer. Students will apply skills learned from Computer Basics to build their comprehension of computer fundamentals. Advance registration required.
March 30. 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Email Basics
Whether applying for a job online or just keeping in touch with family, having an Email account has become an essential way to communicate in today's society. This class is your introduction to electronic mail. You will have the opportunity sign up for your own e-mail account as we learn the basics of electronic mail.
April 6, 2011 3:00pm - 5:00pm

DEAR GABBY ANSWERS STUDENT QUESTIONS!

Dear Gabby:

I really need to get back in shape after the holidays. I have kind of let myself go. What should I do? I need to lose at least 25 lbs. to feel comfortable again.

Gabby says:

Congratulations first of all, for realizing that you need to do something for your health! Even being 25 lbs overweight can have significant health implications for you. Exercise along with diet is really the only key to losing it and to keeping it off. Dr.'s recommend that optimally you need to exercise at least 20-30 minutes a day, every day and watch processed, sugary, and salty foods. Join your local YMCA. It is inexpensive and you may qualify for a scholarship if your income does not allow for you to join. They have child care onsite that is free! Good luck!

Dear Gabby:

I am very disorganized. I cannot keep track of all of my appointments, my school days, and my kids activities and work. I usually end up forgetting something or being late. And then, how to find time for homework! Help!

Gabby says:

The first thing you need to do is to grab an inexpensive day planner at a dollar store or at Walmart. Make sure it has enough space to write in to the day sections and hopefully is broken down in to 15 min. increments of time. Then, what I want you to do is to get some highlighters in different colors. Choose a color for each subject i.e. green for work, pink for kids, blue for school, yellow for church, etc.

Now, the first things you put in your planner are your priority activities(church, family, work) and you color code them accordingly. Make sure to block out enough time for each activity and travel if necessary. Then, find blocks of time for your homework, housecleaning, grocery shopping, etc. Stick in to the schedule and you will find that you will be organized in no time! Good Luck!

Black Friday Shopping Tips

If you must brave the crowds, be prepared. You’re really going to head out there? Then this isn’t a time for messing around. This is a time for strategizing! Get the Thanksgiving Day newspaper in your area and flip through all of those ads. You might be surprised to notice how many of the ads are time-sensitive — as in, deeper discounts may apply if you shop before 10 or 11 a.m. or noon. Other ads will let you know what time certain stores plan to open and close.

Shop with a list. You’ll feel more in control and focused if you head out with a list of the people you’re shopping for, the gift ideas you have in mind for them and the target price range for each item. Otherwise, a shopping day like this one could be so overwhelming that you might fail to accomplish as much as you had hoped.

Bring the ads you found. If you saw an advertised special that really impressed you, bring the ad along to avoid any disputes over how much an item is supposed to cost on Friday. Having the ad also could come in handy at stores promising “lowest-price” guarantees – especially if you find lower prices elsewhere.

Pick the right shopping buddy. Unless you want to bicker and feel frustrated all day, think hard about who would get into the spirit of a shopping day like this.

Make friends with people in line. A spirit of camaraderie will not only make the long, dark wait more pleasant — it also could prove to be a godsend if you must give up your place in line so you can run to the bathroom. You could offer to hold a place in line for your newfound friend in return.

Decide how early you’ll arrive, and plan accordingly. Can’t resist the urge to stand in line in the dark before your favorite store opens at 5 a.m.? Then remember to dress comfortably — warmly enough for the time you’ll spend outside, but with layers so you won’t collapse from heat stroke inside stuffy, crowded stores. Comfortable shoes are a must, and so are portable snacks and drinks. They’ll prevent you from having to endure low blood-sugar levels, dehydration or congested food courts.

Distinguish between deals and duds. To ensure you’ll be getting an actual bargain rather than a ho-hum or too-high price, visit Web sites such as BizRate.com, Shopping.com and PriceGrabber.com as you’re doing your research to get a sense of how much items should cost

A Message from your Default Manager: Financial Planning

Few questions are scarier than “Where did all the money go?”
Learn the secrets to sound financial management.

The sooner you learn how to manage money effectively, the sooner you can avoid the stresses that stem from living beyond your means. It’s easy to create a monthly financial plan, and it will help you make the best of your monetary resources.

Start with a simple formula:
Calculate your monthly income.
Estimate your monthly expenses-including your student loan payment, all living expenses, credit cards, insurance, etc.
Determine what you have left. This is your discretionary income-money you can use as you choose. If you have money left over it would be a good plan to open a savings account.

You’ll find that the simplest cost-cutting strategies can add up to considerable savings in the long run.
If you would like to learn more about creating a budget, please join me for a LUNCH and LEARN, on Wednesday, October 20th from 12:00- 1:00. The Lunch and Learn will be held on the first floor.

Upcoming Events in Dayton

Dayton SCORE workshop on Strategic Planning
Wednesday, Sep 22 6:00p to 8:00p
at Dayton Metro Library/Northtown-Shiloh Branch, Dayton, OH
Rodney Childs, SCORE counselor, will be instructor.
Registration required. E-mail: score@daytonscore.org.

Hispanic Heritage Month Show & Speaker Series
Wednesday, Sep 22 5:30p to 7:30p
at Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, Dayton, OH
Features mariachi, children performing in Spanish and folks from the Hispanic community in native dress and playing native instruments. Call to RSVP. events@daytonhispanicchamber.com.

Diabetes Self-Management Program
Thursday, Sep 23 9:30a to 12:00p
at Mercy Siena Retirement Community, Dayton, OH
Six-week workshop offered by the Area Agency on Aging. Program is an interactive, small group workshop that focuses on solving problems common to those with Type 2 diabetes. Participants will learn how to control their symptoms through practical ways, eat healthier and improve communication with doctors and family about their health.

Computer Literacy Program
Thursday, Sep 23 6:00p to 9:00p
at Community Action Partnership, Dayton, OH
The program offers both beginner and intermediate course.

DAI Oktoberfest
Friday, Sep 24 7:00p to 11:00p
at Dayton Art Institute, Dayton, OH
Nonstop entertainment, domestic, craft and international beer, fine arts and crafts, international foods and more. Free kids art activities and games from noon to 6 p.m. both days.

Stilettos to Sneakers 5K Run for Women
Friday, Sep 24 7:00p
at RiverScape MetroPark, Dayton, OH
This event is dedicated to raise awareness for women who are victims of human trafficking, prostitution, and the sex industry. All proceeds support the programs and services of the Oasis House. This race is made possible in part thanks to Five Rivers MetroParks, Domino’s Pizza, Speedy-Feet, Northridge Sports Shop, Salem Band, and A.

Riverside Jaycees Haunted House
Friday, Sep 24 8:00p to Saturday, Sep 25 12:00a
at Riverside Jaycees Haunted House, Dayton, OH
Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m. to midnight, Sundays 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
1/4 of a mile west of the Air Force Museum.