http://baker.edu/blog/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-hosts-annual-car-and-motorcycle-show-at-ctt-facility/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-hosts-annual-car-and-motorcycle-show-at-ctt-facility/#When:12:42:19Z Baker College of Flint will host the third annual Car and Motorcycle Show on Sunday, May 20, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts, as well as the general public, are invited to attend the free event, which will be held at The Center for Transportation Technology (CTT), 1717 S. Dort Highway, Flint. Free parking and shuttle service will be available at the Perani Arena & Event Center, 3501 Lapeer Rd., with handicapped parking permitted at the CTT. Baker College of Flint will host the third annual Car and Motorcycle Show on Sunday, May 20, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts, as well as the general public, are invited to attend the free event, which will be held at The Center for Transportation Technology (CTT), 1717 S. Dort Highway, Flint. Free parking and shuttle service will be available at the Perani Arena & Event Center, 3501 Lapeer Rd., with handicapped parking permitted at the CTT. All car and motorcycle entries will be accepted from 9 a.m. until noon on May 20. There is no registration fee. The first 100 entrants will receive free food vouchers, dash plaques and goodie bags. The awards ceremony will be held at approximately 2:45 p.m. Complimentary water and popcorn will be available for all attendees. Other food and beverages will be available for purchase. A disc jockey will be on site to provide music and entertainment. Several guest speakers will be on hand to talk about a variety of car and motorcycle-related topics. Attendees will have the opportunity to view many makes and models of motorcycles and automobiles, including a 1940 Ford coupe, a 1911 Whiting, an assembled open roadster, a 2011 Golgotha Sanctified motorcycle, a 1942 Harley Davidson, a 1923 T Bucket, and a variety of classics, modified models, rat rods, tuners and low riders. The day’s events will also include guided tours of the CTT facility by Baker College students. Admissions representatives will be on hand to answer questions and provide additional information about all of the programs offered at Baker College. In addition, there will be an opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship to Baker College of Flint. Participation is simple: pick up a bingo-type card upon arrival; get the card stamped at designated booths; turn in the completed card at the admissions booth by 2:45 p.m. A random drawing will select the winner. The lucky person need not be present to win. The scholarship is transferable, is good for any program that Baker College of Flint offers, and may be used for tuition and books. Other activities will include vendor booths and a fundraiser sponsored by the Vehicle City Gearhead Club. For a $20 donation, show participants will have their car placed on a chassis dynamometer to measure the vehicle’s horsepower, speed and quarter-mile elapsed time. This year’s vendors include: Custom Gas Pump Creations Wood Cars by Jim Flint City Speed Shop HogSnot Performance Lubricants Trikes of Oxford Miche Purses Jewel Kade Jewelry Purple Magic Amsoil Advanced Lubricants Tupperware Topes Tiki Hut Fleece Blankets & More Discount Jewelry Palace Funtastic Inflatables Synergy Sales Care Professional Detailing Products Christian Motorcycle Association Hogs in Ministry Victory Biker Church Breast Cancer Awareness for Life American Bikers Aiming Toward Education Adopt a U.S. Soldier Allstate Insurance Buckfire and Buckfire, Motorcycle Lawyers P.C. William A. Murphy, author of “Riding Across Michigan” For more information about the Car and Motorcycle show at the Baker College of Flint Center for Transportation Technology, please email or call Phillip Whitmer at 810.766.2260, or Aileen England at 810.919.5078. Mon, 07 May 2012 12:42:19 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-wins-recycling-challenge-competition/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-wins-recycling-challenge-competition/#When:12:58:26Z 10,220 Pounds Recycled Baker College of Flint took first place in the Third Annual Recycling Challenge, surpassing all other competitors by collecting 10,220 pounds of recyclable material during a one-month period. In addition to Baker College of Flint, Kettering University, Mott Community College and the University of Michigan-Flint accepted the recycling challenge this year. 10,220 Pounds Recycled Left, Tim Church of Waste Connections presents recycling competition award check to Matt Bohlen, who lead the project for Baker College of Flint. Baker College of Flint took first place in the Third Annual Recycling Challenge, surpassing all other competitors by collecting 10,220 pounds of recyclable material during a one-month period. In addition to Baker College of Flint, Kettering University, Mott Community College and the University of Michigan-Flint accepted the recycling challenge this year. Matt Bohlen, an admissions advisor at Baker College of Flint and spearhead of the recycling project for the Baker campus, said the purpose of the yearly challenge is to encourage recycling while making it a fun and friendly competition. “I was so pleased and quite impressed by the number of students, staff and faculty who participated,” said Bohlen. “It was quite a concerted, albeit somewhat grubby, effort!” Baker College of Flint received $325 for its efforts. The money will be used for student scholarships and funding of grants. Program sponsors included Waste Connections, Inc., Metro Sanitation, LLC, Brent Run Landfill and GLR Recycling Solutions. “We wanted to extend a special thanks to Dan Gudgel of Waste Connections, who invested a great deal of time and resources to ensure that this event was a success,” said Bohlen. “In addition, kudos to Amy Brill and the entire Baker College of Flint maintenance department. We couldn’t have done this without their full support.” Thu, 03 May 2012 12:58:26 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-wins-beautification-award-for-centennial-garden/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-wins-beautification-award-for-centennial-garden/#When:13:30:32Z Presented by Keep Genesee County Beautiful Baker College of Flint is the recipient of a beautification award for its Centennial Garden, which was created in 2011 in recognition of the Baker College 100-year anniversary. Presented by Keep Genesee County Beautiful (KGCB) at its annual ceremony, Baker College of Flint received the award under the Business & Institution category. Presented by Keep Genesee County Beautiful The Baker College of Flint Centennial Garden Baker College of Flint is the recipient of a beautification award for its Centennial Garden, which was created in 2011 in recognition of the Baker College 100-year anniversary. Presented by Keep Genesee County Beautiful (KGCB) at its annual ceremony, Baker College of Flint received the award under the Business & Institution category, presented to a business or institution for outstanding landscaping/plant use around a building, sign or entrance area. At the same event, the College received the Five Year Gateway Garden Sponsor award for its sponsorship, planning and maintaining of the Atherton/Van Slyke Gateway Garden for the past five years. The Gateway Garden project falls under the auspices of KGCB’s Cultivating Our Community, a collaborative effort to develop and implement a planned and coordinated approach to beautification in Genesee County. Gerald McCarty II, Baker College of Flint Vice President for Student Services, and Eric Palmer, Baker College of Flint Library Director, accepted the awards on behalf of Baker College. Both were integral to the creation of the Centennial Garden. McCarty has chaired the Baker College Gateway Garden project and has been involved with the Cultivating our Community project since its inception five years ago. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:30:32 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-jackson-hosts-free-health-and-wellness-event/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-jackson-hosts-free-health-and-wellness-event/#When:19:58:05Z Event is Saturday, May 5 Baker College of Jackson will host a free health and wellness event on Saturday, May 5, from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m., 2800 Springport Road, Jackson. The College will showcase its various health sciences programs. Event is Saturday, May 5 Baker College of Jackson will host a free health and wellness event on Saturday, May 5, from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m., 2800 Springport Road, Jackson. The College will showcase its various health sciences programs, including: Health information technology Medical assisting Medical insurance specialist Medical lab technician Opticianry Radiation therapy Surgical technology Therapeutic massage Veterinary technology There will also be fun-filled and informative activities including chair massages, blood pressure screenings and the opportunity to view a surgical procedure, courtesy of the veterinary technology department. Horse and human skeletons will be on display so that attendees can try to guess where individual bones “belong” on the body. Children will learn about health and science through a variety of projects, including coloring sheets depicting all the various aspects of the fields of health and science. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the Baker College of Jackson admissions department at 517.788.7800. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:58:05 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-port-huron-appoints-iris-lane-as-chief-academic-officer/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-port-huron-appoints-iris-lane-as-chief-academic-officer/#When:14:22:57Z Baker College of Port Huron officials have appointed Iris Lane as Chief Academic Officer. She is responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of new academic programs. Lane also oversees several academic departments, including Advising, Registration, Counseling, Learning Support Services and the campus library. Baker College of Port Huron officials have appointed Iris Lane as Chief Academic Officer. She is responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of new academic programs. Lane also oversees several academic departments, including Advising, Registration, Counseling, Learning Support Services and the campus library. “Iris has a wealth of administrative experience and an in-depth knowledge of the Baker College System,” said Connie Harrison, Ph.D., Baker College of Port Huron President. “We are very pleased that she has accepted this challenging assignment and continues to be an integral part of the Baker College family.” Lane began her Baker College career in 2002 at the Auburn Hills campus, where she was appointed Medical Assisting/Medical Insurance Program Director. In 2004 Lane was named Director of Counseling and Assessment, and in 2005 was appointed Health Sciences Dean, a position she held until transferring to Baker’s Port Huron campus. Lane has also held various administrative and academic positions at several health care and technology organizations, including Coventry Health Care, Health Alliance Plan, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) and United American Health Care Corporation. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the Detroit College of Business and a Master’s degree in Education from Central Michigan University. Lane is nearing completion of her doctorate from Walden University. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:22:57 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-hosts-conference-survival-techniques-for-the-surgica/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-flint-hosts-conference-survival-techniques-for-the-surgica/#When:18:41:51Z Baker College of Flint will host the "Survival Techniques for the Surgical Technologist" conference on Saturday, April 14, from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., 1050 W. Bristol Rd., Flint. The conference is open to all surgical technology students and practicing surgical technologists throughout Michigan. Baker College of Flint will host the “Survival Techniques for the Surgical Technologist” conference on Saturday, April 14, from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., 1050 W. Bristol Rd., Flint. The conference is open to all surgical technology students and practicing surgical technologists throughout Michigan. Guest speakers will address the following topics: sleep deprivation, nutrition, occupational hazards and the current science in stapling devices. Baker College of Flint massage therapy students will be on hand to offer free chair massages throughout day. Attendees will earn five continuing education credits, approved by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST). The conference fee is $60 for AST members and $25 for surgical technology students. For more information, please contact Danielle Duncan at 810.766.4343. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:41:51 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-jackson-hosts-annual-spring-tea-fundraiser/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-jackson-hosts-annual-spring-tea-fundraiser/#When:14:03:41Z Proceeds to benefit Jackson Symphony Orchestra Community Music School Baker College of Jackson will host the 11th annual Spring Tea fundraiser on Saturday, April 28, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the student center, 2800 Springport Road. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Jackson Symphony Orchestra Community Music School (JSOCMS). Proceeds to benefit Jackson Symphony Orchestra Community Music School Baker College of Jackson will host the 11th annual Spring Tea fundraiser on Saturday, April 28, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. in the student center, 2800 Springport Road. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Jackson Symphony Orchestra Community Music School (JSOCMS). “This year, attendees will have the opportunity to help an organization whose mission is to provide high quality music education to people throughout the Jackson area,” said Patricia A. Kaufman, Ed.D., Baker College of Jackson President. “We are proud to once again host this worthwhile and fun-filled event.” Local celebrities and business people will serve tea and a light luncheon. This year’s theme for decorating the tea tables will be “Songs,” in honor of the JSOCMS. In addition to the tea and luncheon, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase items such as jewelry, hats and homemade salsa. Raffle tickets will be on sale to win original artwork by Charlene Pung, a handmade quilt and a weekend vacation getaway. Tickets are $25 per person. Table sponsorships are available for $310 and include seating for the host and five guests, a table placard, and special recognition in the program and during the event. Benefactor sponsorships are also available for $100 and include special recognition at the fundraiser. For more information and to make a reservation, please contact Pam Holloway at 517.789.6123. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:03:41 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-clinton-township-appoints-c.-gary-ndoye-as-hemodialysis-pr/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-of-clinton-township-appoints-c.-gary-ndoye-as-hemodialysis-pr/#When:15:52:08Z Baker College of Clinton Township officials have named Carolyn Gary-Ndoye as Director of its new Hemodialysis Program. She will advise students about enrollment procedures into the Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician Certificate Program offered at Baker's Clinton Township campus. In addition, Gary-Ndoye will participate in new student orientation procedures and teach various program classes. Baker College of Clinton Township officials have named Carolyn Gary-Ndoye as Director of its new Hemodialysis Program. She will advise students about enrollment procedures into the Hemodialysis Patient Care Technician Certificate Program offered at Baker’s Clinton Township campus. In addition, Gary-Ndoye will participate in new student orientation procedures and teach various program classes. “As more and more people are being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, there is a growing demand for trained professionals to provide direct dialysis patient care,” said Donald R. Torline, Baker College of Clinton Township President. “We are very pleased that Carolyn has accepted the challenge of developing this new program and helping to fulfill the need in our community.” Gary-Ndoye has more than 15 years of nursing, dialysis and managerial experience, having worked at several health care facilities in Michigan, New York and New Jersey, including Hospice Advantage, Greenfield Health System, Beth Israel Irving Place Dialysis and Davita/Chardonnay Dialysis. A Sterling Heights resident, she holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Wayne State University and is a Certified Dialysis Nurse (CDN). Gary-Ndoye is also a member of the American Nephrology Nurses Association (ANNA) and a supporter of the National Kidney Foundation. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:52:08 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/the-auto-diesel-institute-at-baker-college-of-owosso-receives-master-accred/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/the-auto-diesel-institute-at-baker-college-of-owosso-receives-master-accred/#When:15:41:17Z The Auto/Diesel Institute at Baker College of Owosso has received official notification of its Master Accreditation from NATEF for the Diesel Service program. NATEF, The National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation Inc., is the premier professional accreditor in the nation for automotive and diesel educational programs. The Auto/Diesel Institute at Baker College of Owosso has received official notification of its Master Accreditation from NATEF for the Diesel Service program. NATEF, The National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation Inc., is the premier professional accreditor in the nation for automotive and diesel educational programs. William Kersten, President of NATEF, expressed his congratulations in the notification letter: “Although many educational institutions strive for it, only a small percentage achieves this accreditation. Both the educational and automotive communities should be proud of your commitment to quality Medium/Heavy Truck training programs.” Baker College of Owosso is the ONLY COLLEGE in the State of Michigan that is NATEF accredited for Diesel Service. We have successfully shown our strong commitment to excellence in diesel service training for all eight areas for NATEF Master Accreditation. These areas are Diesel Engines; Suspension & Steering; Brakes; Electrical/Electronic Systems; Preventive Maintenance; Drive Trains; Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning; and Hydraulics. The Auto/Diesel Institute (ADI) is a division of Baker College of Owosso that was started in 2008. The Diesel Service Technician program has been enthusiastically embraced by the both student enrollment market and the employers’ hiring our work experience and graduating students. A new $6 million ADI Building is currently being constructed adjacent to the Baker Owosso Welcome Center to allow us to expand our strong reputation to markets outside of Michigan. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:41:17 EDT http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-online-posts-1.9-percent-winter-enrollment-increase/ http://www.baker.edu/news/read/baker-college-online-posts-1.9-percent-winter-enrollment-increase/#When:21:25:01Z New student enrollment up 14.3 percent Baker College Online officials today announced a 1.9 percent increase in winter 2012 enrollment compared to the same period in 2011. With new student enrollment up 14.3 percent, a total of 5,314 undergraduate students attended online classes exclusively during winter quarter 2012. New student enrollment up 14.3 percent Baker College Online officials today announced a 1.9 percent increase in winter 2012 enrollment compared to the same period in 2011. With new student enrollment up 14.3 percent, a total of 5,314 undergraduate students attended online classes exclusively during winter quarter 2012. “We attribute our steadily increasing enrollment numbers to a variety of factors, including affordability, new programs, state-of-the-art technology and current online trends,” said Dr. Julia Teahen, President, Baker College Online. “These features continue to be attractive to both returning and new students who are interested in a career-focused education.” A total of 47,717 students throughout the Baker College system took Baker Online classes this winter quarter. This total includes: 6,151 students who took 100 percent of their classes online, including 5,314 undergraduate students and a total of 837 graduate students (including MBAs) 8,737 students who took a combination of online classes and campus-based classes 32,829 students who took campus-based classes that also included online coursework Tue, 03 Apr 2012 21:25:01 EDT