Thursday, May 26, 2011

Discounted Software for Students!


Information about Student Select software for CCV students:

To take advantage of this offer, navigate to http://ccvermont.onthehub.com, sign in using your normal CCV login, and select “Student” from the tabs located right below the CCV logo. Here, you will find the following software available for download:

• Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2010
• Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate
• Microsoft Windows 7 Professional

These software titles are available through the “Student Select” program, and are only offered to CCV students. This software may require the use of a DVD burning drive and software to burn the image onto a blank DVD. This mainly applies to Windows 7, but could also apply to Office if portability is needed.

image by: M.Markus

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

You're Invited: HowardCenter's Diversity & Job Fair!


HowardCenter's
Diversity Fair


Monday, June 13, 2011
3pm-6pm
McClure Gym, Baird School
1138 Pine Street
Burlington, VT 05401

Job Fair!
Staff Recruiters available to discuss full & part-time positions.
Complete the online application and come in!

Performances by:
Jenni Johnson - Jeh Kulu
BHS International Women
Irish Dancer Lira O'Donnabhair
Scottish Dancer Heather Morris
Little Rwandan Dancers Jamono Africa Dance

Free Admission & Door Prizes

Questions? Contact:
Tuipate Mubiay, HC Diversity Coordinator (488-6962)
Hilary Scharf, Human Resources (488-6950)

Monday, May 16, 2011

Transportation Resources from Lisa Jensen!



Lisa Jensen , Working Bridges Resource Coordinator, has specific resources for transportation. Be in touch with Lisa for information on this topic or if other “life stuff” is getting in the way of work. lisaj@unitedwaycc.org or 922-6297

Getting there from here……

• GoVermont – http://www.connectingcommuters.org/
Go Vermont is a free resource that provides transportation options for people who want to reduce the cost and environmental impact of driving. The program features a free carpool/vanpool matching service, event and single trip matching, ridesharing tips, and other practical information on getting around by biking, walking, bus, train and ferry.

• More than Wheels – http://www.morethanwheels.org/
More Than Wheels is an award-winning, not-for-profit that helps consumers get the best deal on a reliable, fuel-efficient car.

• Good News Garage – http://www.goodnewsgarage.org/
Ready to Go is a transitional transportation service which provides rides to low-income Vermonters in need of transportation to jobs, job training, and other job-related services, such as interviews and childcare. Good News Garage's Ready to Go works in partnership with the Vermont Department for Children and Families, Economic Services Division to provide this service. If you participate in the Reach Up program of the Families, we have a contract with the Economic Services Division to provide vehicles to program participants.
Jumpstart sells used vehicle to eligible Vermonters. JumpStart vehicles undergo a 72-point safety check and are repaired by certified mechanics to ensure they will be safe and reliable for 12-18 months with proper maintenance and responsible driving. JumpStart vehicles are generally valued between $4,000-$8,000. Approved clients are invited to purchase these vehicles at a cost significantly below their NADA or "book" value. (on average $2,000-$4,000).The purchase price must be paid in full by money order at the time of title transfer.

• CarShare Vermont – http://www.carsharevt.org/ (Burlington area)
CarShare Vermont gives you affordable and easy access to a network of vehicles parked around town. You can use them whenever to go wherever you want and pay based on how much you drive. CarShare Vermont takes care of everything, big and small, from routine maintenance, roadside assistance, and car washes to covering insurance, gas, and parking. You'll save money and have fun; and together we’ll strengthen our community and improve the environment.

• GasBuddy.com http://www.gasbuddy.com/
GasBuddy can help you find cheap gas prices in your area. In total, they have 243 websites to help you find low gasoline prices.

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

More from CCV: Celebrate the Arts!


Check out this footage from the Greg Matses Group:

Monday, May 2, 2011

CCV Student Luncheon Featured in Board of Trustees Report


Taken Directly from the Report:

On March 21, 2011 CCV-Winooski honored 16 student leaders (peer tutors, orientation leaders, Student Advisory Board (SAB) members, and work-study students) at a luncheon discussion with president Joyce Judy, Academic dean Linda Gabrielson, and Dean of Students Deborah Stewart.
Several students shared that they had found academic success at CCV after struggling in high school or in large classes at other colleges. “You’re not a number here,” one student said. “when you are not in class,you are missed.”

President Judy noted that small class size is a core value at CCV, along with attracting committed faculty. CCV has 747 contract faculty throughout the state and many also work in their communities, bringing real-world experiences into the classroom. “Our faculty are people who love to teach, not people who have to teach,” she said.

“What makes you persevere?” dean Stewart asked the group. Several students said that a faculty member or coordinator had helped them to set and meet educational goals, and this first experience helped them to take the next steps. “I’ve learned that it is OK to take risks,” one student said. “I’m getting A’s and B’s for the first time in my life!”

The group was diverse in age, background, and experience: a few had just graduated from high school,and several were returning to school as parents of small children. Some were working their way to their degree a course at a time and others were on a two-year track. A few had been unhappy at other colleges, and some were finding their way in a new country. All mentioned that the CCV community—staff, faculty,and fellow students— was flexible and supportive, and gave them “the courage to keep going.”

Madj Hassan, an Iraqi woman who arrived in Vermont in 2008, shared that learning English had been hard for her at first. “I am not a young student,” she said. “But now i am not a stranger. I opened my eyes here and i am not afraid. I feel that CCV is my family.”

photo by Lyndsay Deery

CCV: Celebrate the Arts-A success!

Thank you for coming to Celebrate the Arts last week. The community room was buzzing with students, staff and faculty who were making potato prints, collages, clay pots and more.

In the Sadie White Room, we were treated to some amazing CCV talent, including Spencer Brill, who is featured in the film below!

Check it out!


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