GateWay Hosts Events to Aid in New Year's Resolutions
Start planning for 2012 now. GateWay Community College in Phoenix has a number of activities that are open to the public and could be solutions to help with your new year’s resolutions.
Student Conference for Success Set for Jan. 11
Start the spring school semester off right by attending the bi-annual Student Conference for Success, Friday, Jan. 11. The all-day event will feature a variety of workshops that focus on everything from time management skills to financial aid tools in an effort to help new and returning students adjust to college and familiarize themselves with GateWay resources. A special keynote address from a guest speaker will cap off the day’s festivities; lunch is provided. Student ID number and photo ID required. For more information, contact Jennifer Bradley at (602) 286-8735.
Bowl for Books for Student Athletes, Jan. 21
Get some exercise and support a local athlete by bowling. Gateway Athletics through the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation is hosting a Bowling for Books event, 11 a.m., Jan. 21, at AMF Scottsdale Lanes on Thomas Road. A silent auction and free childcare are available. Cost for a single is $40, $80 for double and $160 for a foursome. Registration includes shoe rental and lunch. For each participant, $22 is tax deductible through the Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation. For information, contact athletics@gatewaycc.edu.
Water Resources Open House Highlights “Green” Careers, Jan. 30
The Water Resources Technology program at GateWay will be holding an open house from 6 to 8 p.m., Jan 30, in the Main (MA) Building. Come learn about the exciting, and growing, profession of water and wastewater treatment and also interact with professional representatives from the U.S. Geological Survey, Global Water, the City of Surprise, and other valley municipalities, all of whom may be looking for the next generation of hydrologic technicians and operators! For more information, call (602) 286-8613.
Workshops Offer Auto Basics in February
For a small fee, you can register for one of GateWay’s automotive workshops offered in February and gain hands-on experience from expert automotive faculty. “Overview for Beginners,” which covers engine components and explores routine maintenance tasks, will be held on Feb. 11, 2012; “Service Basics” will be held the following week, Feb. 18, 2012, and allows participants to get under the hood and learn how to perform inspections, oil changes and small repairs. The workshops are $10 each, presented in English and Spanish and are held from 8 a.m. to noon. For information on how to register, contact Linda Jensen at (602) 286-8672. Seating is limited, so register today!
High School Students Explore Careers in March
High school students from around the Valley are invited to attend GateWay Community College’s spring Career Exploration Day, March 1. The students will learn about the college and potential careers as part of Career Exploration Day. The bi-annual event will feature an extended tour of the campus with GateWay representatives highlighting many of the college’s 125 programs as well as its cutting-edge labs and facilities. After the tour, students will be able to meet with local employers and learn about potential career options as well as how GateWay can help fulfill their academic and professional aspirations. Prior employer participants have included the Phoenix Fire Department, Wells Fargo, Verizon Wireless and Boeing. To learn more, contact Lina Scott at (602) 286-8050.
Medical Radiographers Earn CEUs at March Seminar
GateWay Community College in Phoenix is hosting “Critical Issues in Digital Imaging: A Seminar to Promote Dose Reduction”, tailored for those in the medical radiography industry. The day and a half seminar is planned for March 3-4. Topics will include information about the latest software, tools and technology in the field; ways to reduce patient radiation doses; imaging best practices; and the future of the industry. For information, contact Janey Buri at (602) 286-8546 or visit gatewaycc.edu/Info/Imaging.