Triton College Press Releases & General Info

Unique Items Offered at Triton College Foundation President's Reception on Nov. 17

2010-11-04T09:28:00.000-07:00

Two, one-week getaways in Cozumel, Mexico, top the list of auction items available at the 18th Annual Triton College Foundation President's Reception, Wednesday, Nov. 17. Guests can also bid on items including autographed memorabilia from the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox, unique wine tasting events, theater tickets, gift certificates, a foursome for the 2011 Triton Foundation Golf Outing, artwork, photography and a wide range of other offerings donated by area businesses and Triton faculty and students.
Each year the President's Reception is held both to raise funds for the Triton College Foundation and to honor individuals from the district for their support of community and commitment to the pursuit of excellence in education. This year's honorees are Pat Shehorn, CEO of Westlake Hospital, and Jeffrey T. Sherwin, mayor of Northlake. The event will feature hors d'oeuvres and desserts prepared and served by Triton's Hospitality Industry Administration program students, food samplings donated and served by area restaurants, music, special presentations and more.
The 2010 President's Reception will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 17, at 6 p.m., in the Student Center on the west side of Triton College's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove. Tickets to the event are $50 each - guests may download ticket order forms in the Special Events section at www.triton.edu/foundation or call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3485, to purchase seats by phone.
Advertisements are still available for sponsorship in the commemorative program book by calling the Foundation Office at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3485, or sending an e-mail to rsluzas@triton.edu.

Triton College Hosts Grand Reopening of Nuevos Horizontes

2010-11-04T09:27:00.001-07:00

Community members are invited to join Triton College president, Dr. Patricia Granados, and Vice President of Academic Affairs Angela Latham at the Nuevos Horizontes, Triton College Community Center grand reopening ceremony on Monday, Nov. 15, at noon.
In July, the Nuevos facility experienced damage due to the severe weather in the area and the center has reopened after months of renovation. All fall classes have resumed as scheduled with new courses starting soon.
The community center has served as an educational stepping stone for new immigrants and residents in the western suburbs since 1981. The mission of the center is to promote and facilitate access to higher education among Hispanic individuals and all community members.
The grand reopening celebration will take place at the Nuevos Horizontes site, located at 1708 Main Street, Melrose Park.
Refreshments will be served. Please join us!
For more information, please call (708) 649-2101.
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Register Early for the Best Selection of Classes this Spring at Triton College!

2010-11-04T09:26:00.000-07:00

Registration for the Triton College spring semester is now open. Classes begin Jan. 20.
Always committed to meeting the needs of the community, Triton offers a large number of credit, continuing ed and adult education courses at off-campus sites, in addition to the River Grove campus, including Elmwood Park High School, East Leyden High School, Ridgewood High School, Oak Park and River Forest High School, Riverside|Brookfield High School, the Proviso Math and Science Academy, and Nuevos Horizontes.
Students can also take classes online from the comfort of their home! A variety of credit and noncredit courses are conveniently offered over the Internet providing the same content as traditional on-campus classes.
Triton's Weekend College offers classes on Friday evenings, and Saturday and Sunday afternoons - with accelerated courses that can be completed in six to eight weeks. There also is a selection of Saturday-only classes, and Express classes, which run throughout the week and enable you to complete a full-credit course in seven weeks.
In-person registration runs: Mondays through Thursdays, 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Fridays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; in the Student Center, located on the west side of Triton's main campus,, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Online registration is also available at www.triton.edu.
For additional information, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130.
Triton's mission is your success. Register early for the best selection of classes.

Triton College Salutes Our Nation's Veterans and Prepares for Their Return

2010-11-03T09:59:00.000-07:00

Triton College is proud to continue supporting our nation's veterans and their families. As they return home from their service abroad, Triton will work to give them support and recognition.
With members of the Vets 4 Vets Support Group and Triton counselor Mary Casey-Incardone, veterans will share their personal insights on Tuesday, Nov. 9, in the Triton College Center for Teaching Excellence, located in the E Building, Room E-210, located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
This exchange will allow Triton faculty and staff to better understand specific problems veteran students may face when attending Triton, and how to best serve and engage these students in the learning process. Viewers of the presentation will be given an opportunity to ask the Triton veterans questions pertaining to this fascinating topic.
On Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m., Triton will recognize our nation's veterans with a Free Movie Night at the Cernan Earth and Space Center (west side of campus). All veterans and their families are welcome to attend. The show will include the laser-light music show titled Patriot and the C-360 wraparound film Seasons on the dome screen. Veterans will be presented with ribbons and flowers by the Austin Town Hall Girl Scouts.
Triton is also hosting a veterans networking meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 1-2 p.m., in the Triton College Student Center (B Building, Room B-130, west side of campus).
Community members who are veterans are invited to attend this bimonthly networking group gathering and visit with other veterans as they work towards their academic and career goals; share useful information, such as employment, G.I. Bill, benefits, etc.; and plan social events, such as parties, book discussions, coffees, etc.
This is a great opportunity for individuals to obtain valuable information pertinent to veterans and their families.
For more information, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372.
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Triton College Men's Soccer Team Clinches Spot in National Tournament

2010-11-01T13:35:00.000-07:00

The Triton College men's soccer team is New York bound. The Trojans secured their second National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division III National Tournament appearance in three years with a 3-0 win over Anoka-Ramsey Community College (Minn.) Oct. 30 in Buffalo Grove to give Triton the NJCAA District C championship.
The undefeated Trojans (15-0-1) are currently ranked third in the nation and will play beginning Nov. 11 at the NJCAA Division III National Tournament in Herkimer, NY. Triton was national runners-up their last trip to nationals in 2008.
The Trojan offense came to life after a scoreless first half sparked by their top scorer Chris Anderson (Schurz). The freshman scored two minutes into the second half off an assist from Antonio Montesdeoca (Lane Tech). Then in the 60th minute, Anderson struck again after a cross from Zeki Ortac (Turkey) to give Triton a 2-0 lead.
Sophomore Martin Garciduenas (Mather) put the finishing touches on the victory with a penalty kick during the 86th minute.
Anderson and Garciduenas have been a prolific one-two-punch all season for the Trojans.
Anderson is now ranked seventh in the country in scoring with 52 points on 21 goals and 10 assists. Garciduenas has now moved up to 15th in the scoring race with 45 points on 17 goals and 11 assists.
Goalie Jorge Perez (East Aurora) recorded his third shutout of the season. The freshman stopped three Anoka-Ramsey shots fired at him, including a critical save in the first half to keep the contest scoreless.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College Men's Soccer Team Wins Third Straight Region IV Championship, Ranked Third in Nation

2010-10-29T06:36:00.000-07:00

The Triton College men's soccer team are kings of the Region IV once again. The Trojans claimed their third consecutive Region IV Division III championship with a 4-1 triumph over Harper College Oct. 27 in Buffalo Grove.
Triton remains undefeated with a 14-0-1 record and will play Anoka-Ramsey Community College out of Coon Rapids, Minn., Saturday at noon, for the District C title and a bid to the NJCAA National Tournament in Herkimer, N.Y.
The game will be played at the Schwaben Athletic Club located in Buffalo Grove, on Weiland Road, just north of Lake Cook Road.
The contest is a rematch of last year's pre-district qualifier in which the Trojans earned a hard-fought 1-0 win. Anoka-Ramsey, the Region 13 champions are 10-3 and are 13th in the latest NJCAA Division III poll. However, Triton has now moved up to third in the poll, their highest ranking of the season.
"To win three Region IV titles in a row is a great accomplishment, but we still have some work to do to achieve our ultimate goal," said Trojan assistant coach Piotr Sliwa, who along with head coach Tom Cholewa accepted the Region IV Coach of the Year honors after the victory.
Triton fell behind 1-0 10 minutes into the match before scoring four unanswered goals. Javier Rebollar (Steinmetz) found Antonio Montesdeoca (Lane Tech) off a throw-in during the 25th minute to level the score.
Then the Trojans took the lead for good when Rafal Mosier (Prosser)scored from a corner kick in the 44th minute.
Leading scorer Chris Anderson (Schurz) picked up his 19th goal of the season in the 83rd minute to make it a 3-1 margin. Martin Garciduenas (Mather), the second leading scorer, tallied his 14th goal on a penalty kick with just under two minutes remaining to seal the championship.
Winning the region is not a big surprise for a Trojan squad who entered the season with high expectations, but being undefeated at this point of the season with just eight returners from last year's 17-3 team that reached the Elite Eight is.
"If you would have told me at the beginning of the season we would be undefeated after 15 games I would have not believed it," Sliwa said. "My hat's off to all the men in that locker room. Especially with all the new faces that had to fill the shoes of last year's team. It's a credit to them for getting this far and we're not done yet and know we have a tough game ahead with Anoka-Ramsey."
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College to Host Region IV Division III Volleyball Tournament

2010-10-29T06:31:00.000-07:00

Triton College will be hosting the National Junior College Athletic Association's (NJCAA) Region IV Division III Volleyball Tournament, Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Robert M. Collins Center gymnasium located on the east side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

The winner of the tournament will advance to the national tournament Nov. 11-13 in Rochester, Minn.

Triton will host the semifinals and championship match as the opening round contests will be played at the site of the higher seed Wednesday, Oct. 27.

The tournament schedule is as follows:

Semifinals
Game 1: #1 Rock Valley vs. #4 Joliet/#5 College of DuPage winner, 10 a.m.
Game 2: #2 Madison College/#7 Milwaukee Tech vs. #3 Harper/#6 Triton winner, noon

Championship
Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2, 2 p.m.

For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.

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Triton College's Dean Martin Runs the Chicago Marathon for Students

2010-10-29T06:22:00.001-07:00

Triton College thanks and congratulates Quincy Martin III, dean of Student Services, for his dedication in serving underprivileged students. Dean Martin raised funds for Training for Trojans, a charitable effort to raise scholarship dollars for Triton students, by running in the Chicago Marathon.
Training for Trojans raised $1300 to date, with more contributions anticipated in the near future. Donations will also come from the Chicago Marathon, as 40 volunteers provided support for Martin at the event. The phenomenal group of volunteers, led and organized by Vice President of Student Affairs Doug Olson, consisted of Triton students, alumni, faculty, staff and administration.
Martin, who has 10 years of experience running in marathons, said, "This was the most rewarding marathon I have experienced. This was especially meaningful for me because of the opportunity to run for a reason, and the purpose will directly benefit Triton students."
Martin trained for four months to prepare for the Chicago Marathon and finished in the middle of the more than 36,000 participants. He will continue his Training for Trojans effort with more creative ways of retaining funds, while keeping a health and wellness theme.
More information on Training for Trojans can be found by contacting Dean of Student Services Quincy Martin III at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3868, by e-mail qmartin@triton.edu or on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Training-for-Trojans/135991789775734.
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Triton College Men's Soccer Team Wins Third Straight Region IV Championship, Ranked Third in Nation

2010-10-29T06:17:00.000-07:00

Gaze at the Sky and Travel the Cosmos at the Triton College Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch - Nov. 13

2010-10-20T09:12:00.000-07:00

The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College next Monthly Skywatch will be conducted on Saturday evening, Nov. 13, 2010, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Monthly Skywatch consists of two parts - an indoor planetarium program and an outdoor telescope observing session. The telescope observing portion is only held if weather permits.
The indoor portion of the Monthly Skywatch, which begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Cernan Center's dome theater, introduces audiences to a wide range of Earth- and space-related subjects. These include a tour of the current nighttime sky, a presentation on the latest astronomical discoveries and highlights and plans for NASA space flights. Each month, the Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch staff also presents a segment that features a timely subject or focuses on a particular celestial object that is well placed for viewing that month.
Weather permitting, the Monthly Skywatch will then re-convene on the lawn in front of the Cernan Center to observe the wonders of the sky through telescopes. Members of the Chicago Astronomical Society assist Cernan Center staff members in offering their telescopes and expertise to those in attendance. At the Nov. 13 Monthly Skywatch, these telescopes will be trained on the planet Jupiter, the first quarter moon, and perhaps an assortment of star clusters and double stars. There is no charge for the telescope observing that follows the Monthly Skywatch.
Monthly Skywatch programs are a full 60 minutes in length to allow this series to cover more subjects in greater depth than ever before. Admission to the indoor planetarium portion of the Monthly Skywatch is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under or senior citizens 55 and over. Because the planetarium component of the Monthly Skywatch presents scientific information at a more advanced level than our regular shows, we recommend it primarily for persons 13 years and older.
For more information about the Monthly Skywatch series, call the Cernan Center at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372, or e-mail the Cernan Center at cernan@triton.edu. For information about other shows and ticket prices, please call the Cernan Center's Program Line at (708) 583-3100 or visit the Cernan Earth and Space Center Online at www.triton.edu/cernan for complete information about the Cernan Center, as well as a current sky map, moon and planet information, online shopping at the Cernan Center's Star Store and links to many other Earth- and space-related resources online.
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Triton College Men's Soccer Team Moves Up To Fifth in the Nation

2010-09-27T09:36:00.000-07:00

The Triton College men's soccer team is undefeated after the first nine games of the season. The two-time defending Region IV Division III champions are 7-0-2 and ranked fifth in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) poll released Sept. 22.

In addition to being nationally ranked, the Trojans are in prime position to win the North Central Community College Conference (N4C) title after picking up a pair of home wins recently over conference rivals Madison College and the College of DuPage.

In Triton's 8-0 win against Madison Sept. 24, Christopher Anderson (Schurz) recorded a hat-trick with three goals including a quick strike 30 seconds into the match to get the Trojans rolling.

Anderson is ninth in the nation in scoring with 28 points (12 goals and 4 assists).

"Christopher has pure speed and works hard," assistant coach Piotr Sliwa said. "He has really good knowledge of the game and is doing an excellent job of reading the defenders and finishing. He's getting better with every game he plays."

Sophomore Antanasio Estrada (Notre Dame) scored two goals along with three assists versus Madison. Rafal Mosior (Prosser), Donald Paz (Amundsen) and Oscar Ayala (Noble Street) each found the back of the net as Triton swept the season series from the Wolfpack, outscoring Madison 13-1.

The quickness of Anderson was prevalent again in the Trojans 3-2 victory over the College of DuPage Sept. 22. Anderson broke free off the opening draw and Jose Aguero (Lane Tech) connected a perfect pass to Anderson who buried the shot from 15 yards out 10 seconds into the contest to give Triton the early lead.

However, the Trojans had to withstand a late Chaparral rally with the other two tallies coming from Mosior and Martyn Garciduenas (Mather). For Garciduenas, the goal was his sixth of the season. The sophomore has been a strong complement to Anderson up top, ranked 24th in the nation in scoring with 19 points.

"We were ready to play against DuPage," Sliwa said. "The team chemistry is starting to show and we have to remain focused and play good soccer as we prepare for regionals."

For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.

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Triton College Hosts Chamber Orchestra Concert Oct. 7

2010-09-27T09:25:00.000-07:00

Triton College Director of Bands Paul Bhasin and the Triton College Music Department will present a Chamber Orchestra Concert on Thursday, Oct. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the Triton College Performing Arts Center, located in the Robert M. Collins Center on the east side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

Bhasin will lead a Chamber Orchestra program including Aaron Copland's Pulitzer Prize-winning Appalachian Spring (the Original 1944 version for 13 instruments) as well as selected movements from Franz Schubert's Octet (1824).

Tickets are $7 for the general public and $5 for students and senior citizens, and can be purchased in advance or at the door on the day of the performance.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3597.

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Triton College Presents The Glass Menagerie

2010-09-27T09:20:00.000-07:00

The Triton College Theatre Department will stage The Glass Menagerie, by Tennessee Williams, at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8-9 and 14-16, and Oct. 10 and 17 at 2 p.m., in the Cox Auditorium, located in the J Building (Room J-108) on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

A drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty, The Glass Menagerie is one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre.

The Glass Menagerie is directed by Linda Kravitz and presented through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York.

Tickets are $10 for students, faculty, staff and senior citizens, and $12 for the general public.

For more information or to reserve tickets, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 6932.

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Triton's Cernan Center Announces October Show Schedule

2010-09-24T09:37:00.000-07:00

Children and adults alike can add enjoyment to their leisure time by attending a program at Triton College's Cernan Earth and Space Center. The October schedule, which runs Oct. 1-31, 2010, is as follows:

Xtra Terrestrial Files and Skywatcher's Guide - 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays
(The 7:30 Saturday evening program will be replaced by the Monthly Skywatch on Oct. 16.)
Fright Light and Pop Rock 1 Mini Laser Show - 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays
Children's Show: Dinosaurs in Space and Mini Fright Mini Laser Show - 2 p.m., Sundays
Family Show: Dinosaur!, Skywatcher's Guide and Mini Fright Mini Laser Show. - 3 p.m., Sundays

Show Descriptions
The Xtra Terrestrial Files
This multimedia program explores one of our greatest modern mysteries - the possibility that extraterrestrial beings traveling in alien spacecraft have visited Earth

The Skywatcher's Guide NEW!
New each month, this mini-show keeps you up-to-date on what's happening in the current sky.

Fright Light
This laser show, suitable for all ages, features music and images related to Halloween.

Pop Rock 1 Mini Laser Show
This sampling of songs from the Cernan Center's collection of laser light shows features "Talk to the Animals," "Little Deuce Coupe" and "Lovely Rita."

Dinosaurs in Space
Hosted by an entertaining dinosaur duo, this popular show features a unique and informative look at these fascinating creatures, plus a journey into space that is out of this world.

Mini Fright Mini Laser Show
This laser show features a sampling of songs from the "Fright Light" Halloween laser show.

Dinosaur!
This multimedia program describes the different types of dinosaurs and the different theories about what caused the dinosaurs to become extinct 65 million years ago.

Admission and Additional Information
Earth and Sky Shows, Children's Shows and Monthly Skywatch
These shows feature topics in astronomy, space science and Earth science. The shows are designed to inform and entertain adults and children. Cost is $8 for adults and $4 for senior citizens 55 and older and children ages 2 to 12. Students with a current Triton ID and children ages 2 and under will be admitted for free, courtesy of the Triton College Student Association (TCSA).
Laser Light Shows
These shows blend multicolored laser beams and exciting visual effects to the beat of rock music for an entertaining adventure in sight and sound. The Cernan Center's laser light shows now feature a state-of-the-art laser projection system offering brighter, more dazzling laser images and many visual capabilities. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for senior citizens 55 and older and children ages 2 to 12. Students with a current Triton ID and children ages 2 and under will be admitted for free, courtesy of TCSA.
For more information on Cernan Center programs, field trips or events, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372. For program information, call (708) 583-3100, or visit the Cernan Center's Web site at www.triton.edu/cernan.
Shop our Yahoo! store at http://store.cernanstore.com/.
All shows, dates, times and costs are subject to change.
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Gaze at the Sky and Travel the Cosmos at the Triton College Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch - Oct. 16

2010-09-24T09:35:00.001-07:00

The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College next Monthly Skywatch will be conducted on Saturday evening, Oct. 16, 2010, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Monthly Skywatch consists of two parts - an indoor planetarium program and an outdoor telescope observing session. The telescope observing portion is only held if weather permits.
The indoor portion of the Monthly Skywatch, which begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Cernan Center's dome theater, introduces audiences to a wide range of Earth- and space-related subjects. These include a tour of the current nighttime sky, a presentation on the latest astronomical discoveries and highlights and plans for NASA space flights. Each month, the Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch staff also presents a segment that features a timely subject or focuses on a particular celestial object that is well placed for viewing that month.
Weather permitting, the Monthly Skywatch will then re-convene on the lawn in front of the Cernan Center to observe the wonders of the sky through telescopes. Members of the Chicago Astronomical Society assist Cernan Center staff members in offering their telescopes and expertise to those in attendance. At the Oct. 16 Monthly Skywatch, these telescopes will be trained on the planet Jupiter, which will be just a few weeks past its closest point to Earth, the waxing gibbous Moon, and perhaps one or more star clusters and double stars. There is no charge for the telescope observing that follows the Monthly Skywatch.
Monthly Skywatch programs are a full 60 minutes in length to allow this series to cover more subjects in greater depth than ever before. Admission to the indoor planetarium portion of the Monthly Skywatch is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under or senior citizens 55 and over. Because the planetarium component of the Monthly Skywatch presents scientific information at a more advanced level than our regular shows, we recommend it primarily for persons 13 years and older.
For more information about the Monthly Skywatch series, call the Cernan Center at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372, or e-mail the Cernan Center at cernan@triton.edu. For information about other shows and ticket prices, please call the Cernan Center's Program Line at (708) 583-3100 or visit the Cernan Earth and Space Center Online at www.triton.edu/cernan for complete information about the Cernan Center, as well as a current sky map, moon and planet information, online shopping at the Cernan Center's Star Store and links to many other Earth- and space-related resources online.
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Join Triton College for the Fall Family Fun Fest - Oct. 2

2010-08-16T11:45:00.004-07:00

Triton College will be hosting its annual Fall Family Fun Fest on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the beautiful Triton College Botanical Gardens on the east side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Activities to engage the entire family while highlighting the college's outstanding faculty, programs, and facilities will be available. Children and parents alike will enjoy a full day of fall activities including a corn maze, a straw maze, a pumpkin patch, horticulture activities, pastry decorating, face painting, Maggie the mechanical cow and more!
For additional information on the Fall Family Fun Fest, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.
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Triton College Hosts Elmwood Park Honor Day Sept. 16 Please Join Us - We're Part of Your Community!

2010-08-16T11:45:00.003-07:00

Triton College will be honoring the village of Elmwood Park from 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 16, in the Triton College Botanical Gardens (east side of campus), 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
A variety of activities are planned for individuals of all ages. Bring your family and friends for an exciting evening filled with musical entertainment, refreshments and plenty of fun!
A special plaque will be presented to Village President Peter N. Silvestri.
Come enjoy an evening celebration at Triton College. Admission is free and T-shirts will be given to the first 100 visitors.
For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.
In the event of inclement weather, the Elmwood Park Honor Day celebration will be held in the Student Center Cafeteria (west side of campus).
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The Triton College Center for Health Professionals Announces New Gerontology Programming this Fall

2010-08-16T11:45:00.001-07:00

The Triton College School of Continuing Education's Center for Health Professionals is offering three new courses for family and friends interested in learning more about caring for aging family members: the Family Caregiver Workshop, Alzheimer's and Other Dementias, and End-of-Life Care.
Family Caregiver Workshop is a course for people caring for someone needing supervision and minimal assistance with activities of daily life in a home setting. Participants will learn non-medical physical and emotional care, and learn to understand the signs and symptoms of dementia and when to seek care.
Alzheimer's and Other Dementias is a two-part course that examines dementia - what it is, its diagnosis and characteristic behaviors - and stages of Alzheimer's disease along with end of life issues. The course also includes a holistic overview of successful techniques in providing optimal physical, behavioral, and emotional care for the person with dementia as well as support for the caregiver. Dealing with problematic behaviors is also discussed and an overview of resources is provided.
End-of-Life Care is a course for a person with an interest in learning how to plan and prepare for end-of-life issues. The course offers practical information and compassionate guidance to assist in opening conversations with loved ones and in planning for excellent end-of-life care.
For more information about these programs, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3773, or send an e-mail to mharp@triton.edu.
Triton College is located at 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove, Ill.
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Triton College Holds Open Auditions for The Glass Menagerie

2010-08-13T10:53:00.002-07:00

The Triton College Theatre Department will hold open auditions for The Glass Menagerie, by Tennessee Williams. Linda Kravitz will direct.
Roles are available for men and women of various ages.
Auditions are by appointment Aug. 26-27, 7-9 p.m., in the Triton College Cox Auditorium, located in the J Building, on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
For more information or to schedule an audition, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 6932.
Please prepare two contrasting monologues and be prepared to read from the script.
Rehearsals start Aug. 30. Performance dates are Oct. 8-9 and Oct. 14-16 at 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 10 and 17 at 2 p.m.
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ARRA Stimulus Funds at Work at Triton College

2010-08-13T10:53:00.001-07:00

Triton College has a long-standing commitment to local economic development, and this includes networking with state and local agencies and institutions to secure and provide educational resources for district companies both large and small.
This year, in support of that commitment, the college's School of Continuing Education is working with two of our district's largest employers to provide training and development activities for their employees.
As part of a $1.6 million American Recovery and Reinvestment Act grant received in 2009, the college received funding to work with Navistar Engine Group at their facility in Melrose Park. The project involves training welders, carpenters, sheet metal workers, and millwrights to a foundational standard through an educational program designed in conjunction with the company's employee union. The program consists of pre-apprenticeship assessment and 480 hours of customized training to be completed by the spring of 2011.
Continuing Education also partnered with Alberto Culver, Inc., in Melrose Park, in applying for an ARRA sector-based grant for manufacturing under the section for improving competitiveness and preventing dislocation of incumbent workers. The company was awarded $348,000 to provide training in critical developmental areas for the 800 employees at their Melrose Park facility, and the funding is being used to implement lean manufacturing processes, provide project management training, and upgrade selected technology. This project is also slated for completion in the spring of 2011.
For more information about economic development and corporate training activities, contact the Triton College School of Continuing Education's Center for Business and Professional Development at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3489, or send an e-mail to CBPD@triton.edu.
Triton College is located at 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove, Ill.
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Triton College Offers Swimming for Fitness Class This Fall

2010-08-09T10:21:00.000-07:00

Did you know swimming is one of the most effective ways to stay in shape?
By enrolling in Triton's Swimming for Fitness class, students can enjoy an Olympic size lap lane swimming pool all year round. The class is scheduled Aug 26 thru Dec 11 and is worth one credit hour. The course code for this program is PED 296 003.
The pool is located in the R Building on the east side of Triton's main campus and students in the fitness class are allowed access six days a week.
In addition, Triton offers the following fitness courses: Power Walking, Weight Training, Yoga, Aerobics and other Swim classes. Triton College students and members of the community are encouraged to take advantage of our great facilities.
To learn more about Triton's pool, and other fitness facilities or classes call, (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3158, or visit www.triton.edu.
Triton College is located at 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
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Triton College Faculty Member's New Film to Premiere Aug. 11

2010-08-03T11:58:00.000-07:00

Seth McClellan, Triton College's Mass Communication instructor and an Oak Park resident, has produced and directed a short interview-based documentary about one of the most controversial and influential civil rights leaders, Rev. James Bevel. Its Chicago premiere is 8:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 11 at the Gene Siskel Film Center as part of Black Harvest International Festival of Film and Video. The film is centered on a candid, disconcerting, and powerful deathbed interview McClellan conducted with Rev. Bevel 10 days before he died of pancreatic cancer.

BEVEL'S LAST SERMON, 27 minutes long and shot in HD, paints a portrait of a fascinating, complicated man's final thoughts. Rev. Bevel was Dr. King's most influential collaborator and was largely responsible for the Children's Crusade, the March to Selma, and the Chicago Freedom Movement. His legacy was clouded by erratic behavior and a conviction for incest shortly before he died.

McClellan's previous documentary, KING IN CHICAGO, chronicled Dr. Martin Luther King's work with the Chicago Freedom Movement. It aired on PBS in Chicago in 2009, screened at 14 film festivals and for the City of Chicago Human Rights Commission, and played at universities.

"For KING IN CHICAGO, I created a linear and straightforward film," McClellan said, "because I knew it was an important story and I wanted it to reach as large an audience as possible. For BEVEL'S LAST SERMON, I've had the freedom to be much more experimental in my approach and focus on some of the contradictions in Rev. Bevel's life and philosophies. Most documentaries have a clear-cut agenda and viewpoint. With this film, I'm doing the opposite - highlighting the ambiguities and shadows and complicated humanity of my subject. I want the viewer to see a full portrait of my subject, the light and the darkness."

At Triton College, McClellan is the instructor of Mass Communication and teaches Digital Video and Video Editing courses. "We are aggressively expanding Triton's video production offerings. This fall we move into the TV station studio and will have a Mac lab with Final Cut. Triton's administration has been very supportive," McClellan said, "in part because the studio space was already there, so this new program has not needed a bunch of money during a time when money is just not available. And this is the new reality of the advances in video production - more important than lots of money and the fanciest equipment is telling a great story."

"It is a privilege to have Seth as a faculty member," said Jon Paver, Triton College Dean of Arts and Sciences. "The documentaries Professor McClellan has produced, serve as an inspiring example, and gives our students real-life ammunition for completing their goals. McClellan's experience in the industry is much more than just a valuable asset for Triton College - it is also a wonderful tool for improving student success."

BEVEL'S LAST SERMON also has or will play at festivals in Berlin, South Africa, Atlanta and Selma, Ala. Learn more about Seth McClellan's work at www.thorncreekproductions.com. Tickets for the premiere can be purchased at www.siskelfilmcenter.org/tickets.

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Triton College Nursing Chairperson to Serve on Illinois Board of Nursing

2010-07-15T11:40:00.000-07:00

Triton College Associate Degree Nursing Chairperson Joan Libner was appointed by Secretary Brent Adams of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as the representative for associate degree nursing education on the Illinois Board of Nursing.
The Illinois Nurse Practice Act governs practical, registered and advanced practice nursing, including all of its specialties. The 13 members of the Board of Nursing, as specified in the act, represent nursing practice, nursing education, nursing administration, and the general public. Duties of the board include recommending adoption and revision of rules for the administration of the act, recommending approval or denial of nursing education programs, participating in the disciplinary process involving a licensee, and making recommendations to the department regarding disciplinary action taken against a licensee.
"I am honored to have been supported by my fellow AD nursing directors across Illinois and encouraged by individuals at Triton to serve Illinois nursing and nursing education in this capacity," said Libner, whose appointment was effective as of July 2.
For more information on the Triton College Nursing Program, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3427.
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Triton College Spring Sports Athletes Earn Postseason Honors

2010-07-15T11:38:00.000-07:00

The Triton College Athletic Department is proud to announce that several student-athletes who participated in baseball and softball during the spring semester were recognized for their on the field achievements by the Region IV and the North Central Community College Conference (N4C).
These accomplishments were no coincidence as the baseball team finished the season with a 34-19 record, earning a share of the N4C championship, while the softball team ended the 2010 campaign 32-28, which was the first 30-plus win season for the program since 1987.
The Athletic Department congratulates the following student-athletes for being selected for the honors listed below:
Baseball
• All-Region IV: Mike Bolling (Guerin Prep), Chris Hoffman (Conant), Carlos Luciano (Clemente), and Josh Serrano (East Leyden)
• N4C Conference Most Valuable Player: Mike Gaffigan (Carl Sandburg)
• All-N4C Conference: Mike Bolling, Josh Serrano, and Jack Valadka (Guerin Prep)
Softball
• All-Region IV: Christina Christopher (Taft) and Michelle Rago (Argo)
• All-Region IV Tournament: Gina Palumbo (Immaculate Conception) and Michelle Rago
• Region IV All-Star Team: Cristina Fernandez (Von Steuben), Samantha Hinman (Ridgewood), Gina Palumbo, Samantha Pozzie (Riverside-Brookfield), Michelle Rago, and Caitlin Sullivan (Maine South)
• All-N4C Conference: Jazzy Camacho (Lane Tech), Christina Christopher and Genevieve Crespo (Von Steuben)
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College Students Can Save Big Through Rent-A-Text Program

2010-07-15T11:37:00.000-07:00

Rent-A-Text will be available to Triton College students for the fall term. This new textbook rental program, made possible by the Triton Bookstore and Follett Higher Education Group, will deliver a new option to students on campus – featuring the greatest up-front savings, more than 50 percent savings compared to the purchase of a new textbook.
In addition to tremendous savings for Triton students, Rent-A-Text brings additional value by being anchored in the on-campus bookstore. Rent-A-Text will launch as a flexible option to students, accept all forms of payment, including financial aid and Pell Grant funds.
Unlike other rental programs, Rent-A-Text will be available both in-store and online, and will allow conversion of a rental book into a standard sale – in the event a student elects to keep the course material as part of their personal library.
Rent-a-Text allows highlighting, taking notes, and the normal wear and tear associated with course work – and also presents a sustainable choice, extending the textbook life cycle.
Follett Higher Education Group introduced Rent-A-Text as a pilot program at seven bookstores nationwide in the fall semester of 2009. The results of the pilot indicated that Follett's Textbook Rental Program saved students over $2 million on their course materials and increased student satisfaction with the participating bookstores.
For more information on the Triton Bookstore's Rent-A-Text, visit www.rent-a-text.com.
Facebook user? Join more than 30,000 Rent-A-Text fans (www.facebook/rentatext). The Triton Bookstore is located on the west side of Triton’s main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
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13th Annual Triton Foundation Golf Outing a Huge Success

2010-07-15T11:32:00.000-07:00

On June 24, the Triton College Foundation hosted the 13th Annual Open Golf Outing at White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville.
A beautiful day of sunshine and perfect temperatures allowed golfers to enjoy 18 holes of golf, lunch, dinner and prizes. The Foundation had one of the biggest turnouts in the history of the outing and raised more than $44,000, making this the best year in the event's history!
A foursome from UPS had the best score on the East course. With 7 under par David Kim, Stefond Harris, David Morgeson and Mike Kish were the winners of the best ball tournament. On the West course, with a score of 11 under par, a foursome from Dental Practice Development Group was victorious. The group, from Naperville, consisted of Len Vihnanek, Jeff Vihnanek, Ron Whitney and Mike Nardella.
Prizes were also guaranteed from Rizza Ford for hole-in-ones. Though no one at the golf outing was able to sink a hole-in-one on the designated holes, had they made one, they would have received a two year lease on a Ford Mustang.
All proceeds from the 13th Annual Triton Foundation Open Golf Outing benefited the Triton Foundation Scholarship Fund.
For more information about how to become a member, or to participate in future events, please contact the Triton College Foundation at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3758.
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Gaze at the Sky and Travel the Cosmos at the Triton College Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch - July 17

2010-07-01T15:40:00.000-07:00

The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College next Monthly Skywatch will be conducted on Saturday evening, July 17, 2010, beginning at 8 p.m. The Monthly Skywatch consists of two parts - an indoor planetarium program and an outdoor telescope observing session. The telescope observing portion is only held if weather permits.
The indoor portion of the Monthly Skywatch, which begins at 8 p.m. (a half hour later than normal) in the Cernan Center's dome theater, introduces audiences to a wide range of Earth- and space-related subjects. These include a tour of the current nighttime sky, a presentation on the latest astronomical discoveries and highlights and plans for NASA space flights. Each month, the Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch staff also presents a segment that features a timely subject or focuses on a particular celestial object that is well placed for viewing that month.
Weather permitting, the Monthly Skywatch will then re-convene on the lawn in front of the Cernan Center to observe the wonders of the sky through telescopes. Members of the Chicago Astronomical Society assist Cernan Center staff members in offering their telescopes and expertise to those in attendance. At the July 17 Monthly Skywatch, these telescopes will be trained on the planets Venus, Mars, and Saturn, as well as the First Quarter Moon. There is no charge for the telescope observing that follows the Monthly Skywatch.
Monthly Skywatch programs are a full 60 minutes in length to allow this series to cover more subjects in greater depth than ever before. Admission to the indoor planetarium portion of the Monthly Skywatch is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under or senior citizens 55 and over. Because the planetarium component of the Monthly Skywatch presents scientific information at a more advanced level than our regular shows, we recommend it primarily for persons 13 years and older.
The Monthly Skywatch program is one of three programs that will comprise the July 17 "Super Saturday" schedule.
On July 17, a pair of children's presentations (Rusty Rocket's Last Blast and the Patriot mini laser show) will be presented at 7 p.m., followed by the Monthly Skywatch at 8 p.m. and the Pink Floyd laser concert titled A Momentary Lapse of Summer at 9:30 p.m.
For more information about the Monthly Skywatch series, call the Cernan Center at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372, or e-mail the Cernan Center at cernan@triton.edu.
For information about other shows and ticket prices, please call the Cernan Center's Program Line at (708) 583-3100 or visit the Cernan Earth and Space Center online at www.triton.edu/cernan for complete information about the Cernan Center, as well as a current sky map, moon and planet information, online shopping at the Cernan Center's Star Store and links to many other Earth- and space-related resources.

Triton College Hosts Veterans Networking Group Meetings

2010-06-23T14:04:00.002-07:00

The Triton College Veterans Networking Group recently announced their meeting dates for July and August.
Community members, if you are a veteran, please attend our Networking Group gatherings and visit with other veterans as they work towards their academic and career goals; share useful information, such as employment, G.I. Bill, benefits, etc.; plan social events, such as parties, book discussions, coffees, etc.
This is a great opportunity for individuals to obtain valuable information pertinent to veterans and their families.
Meetings are scheduled on the following Wednesdays - July 14 and Aug. 11, 1-2 p.m., in the Triton College Student Center (B Building, Club 2000, Room B-150A), located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
For additional information or to be added to the Triton College Veterans Networking Group mailing list, please contact Deborah Hauck Ford, director, Center for Access and Accommodative Services, at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3854, or send an e-mail to dford@triton.edu.
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Agwuncha Winner of Triton College Library Essay Contest

2010-06-23T14:04:00.001-07:00

Triton College recently announced the winner if its 2010 Library Essay Contest.
Westchester resident, Chinelo Agwuncha, a high school student from the Proviso Math and Science Academy, is the winner of the 2010 TCL Essay Contest. Chinelo was awarded a $300 cash prize and a tuition waiver for a three-credit hour class at Triton College.
The annual TCL Essay Contest was open to all high-school students enrolled in their public or private high-school senior year in 2009-2010 in the 25 communities which Triton College serves. Participants in the Triton College GED Program were also invited to enter the contest.
The topic for the 2010 contest focused on the way technology is rapidly changing our everyday lives. Students were asked to submit an essay that reflected on the changes in communication and social interaction. Given the example of popular social networking Web sites, students were asked how these major changes affected their goals and lifestyles in general.
For additional information, call Dr. Dubravka Juraga, Triton College librarian, at (708) 456-0300, 3770.
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Triton College Hosts Blood Drive - June 17

2010-06-10T13:17:00.000-07:00

Become a hero by participating in Triton College's Health Services Blood Drive, hosted by LifeSource Blood Center 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday, June 17, in the Student Center Cafeteria located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
You should know that by donating your blood and time you will help to save the lives of cancer patients, critically ill newborns, severely burned patients, organ transplant patients, accident victims and many more who have illnesses requiring blood products. Your single blood donation can save the lives of up to three people. Walk-ins are welcome.
You will need one of the following items with your name and photo as a form of identification: student ID, work ID, state ID, driver's license or passport. Prior to donating blood, it's important to eat a good meal and drink plenty of water. Please share this information with your colleagues, friends and family, and encourage them to donate blood.
To schedule an appointment, contact Vicki Roge (847) 961-0056 or vroge@itxm.org or schedule your own online appointments at www.lsbrighten.org.
For additional information, please call the Triton College Health Services Department at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3359.
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Triton College Congratulates English as a Second Language Class of 2010

2010-06-10T11:16:00.001-07:00

Triton College held its annual commencement ceremony for graduates of the Adult Education Department's English as a Second Language (ESL) Program May 27 at the Robert M. Collins Center Auditorium.
Approximately 175 students representing more than 60 countries made up the graduating class. To be considered for graduation, the students successfully completed the level 5 courses in reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
Many students will transfer to college, working towards a degree or certificate. Others have already earned degrees from their native countries and are looking to go back to their current career or use the skills gained in the program to start a new career.
Triton College President Dr. Patricia Granados addressed the graduates during the ceremony.
"This commencement is just the beginning of many great things," Granados said. "We are very proud of all of your accomplishments and hope to see many of you back here at Triton College to help achieve your educational goals."
Mireya Vera, Community Service Director for Westlake Community Hospital in Melrose Park, delivered the keynote address. Vera challenged the graduates to decide on what is important to them as they move on in their lives.
"I know it has not been easy learning a new language and thank you for being role models, not only for our children, but our community," Vera said. "However I want you to think about what is meaningful to you. Where would you like to be five or even 10 years from now?"
Dr. Granados along with ESL Director Brigitte Oltmanns presented the certificates to all the graduates. Triton Board of Trustees Secretary Diane Viverito, Trustee Glenn Stam and Student Trustee Isiah Brandon were in attendance to award the trustee scholarship recipients. In addition, the second class of Triton ESL students was inducted to the National Adult Education Honor Society (NAEHS).
Triton joined the NAEHS in June of 2008 and the eight students recognized were awarded a certificate and letters of recommendation for employment and financial aid.
One of the NAEHS inductees was Maryna Gorbatiuk of Riverside. Gorbatiuk, a native of Ukraine, reflected positively on her experience with Triton's ESL Program.
"I want to give appreciation to all my teachers," Gorbatiuk said. "I learned a lot and most importantly know how to communicate with my fellow American classmates. I thank Triton College for giving us all the opportunity for a great future."

Gaze at the Sky and Travel the Cosmos at the Triton College Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch - June 19

2010-06-09T06:58:00.000-07:00

The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College next Monthly Skywatch will be conducted on Saturday evening, June 19, 2010, beginning at 8 p.m. The Monthly Skywatch consists of two parts - an indoor planetarium program and an outdoor telescope observing session. The telescope observing portion is only held if weather permits.

The indoor portion of the Monthly Skywatch, which begins at 8 p.m. (a half hour later than normal) in the Cernan Center's dome theater, introduces audiences to a wide range of Earth- and space-related subjects. These include a tour of the current nighttime sky, a presentation on the latest astronomical discoveries and highlights and plans for NASA space flights. Each month, the Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch staff also presents a segment that features a timely subject or focuses on a particular celestial object that is well placed for viewing that month.

Weather permitting, the Monthly Skywatch will then re-convene on the lawn in front of the Cernan Center to observe the wonders of the sky through telescopes. Members of the Chicago Astronomical Society assist Cernan Center staff members in offering their telescopes and expertise to those in attendance. At the June 19 Monthly Skywatch, these telescopes will be trained on the planets Venus, Mars, and Saturn, and perhaps an assortment of star clusters and double stars. There is no charge for the telescope observing that follows the Monthly Skywatch.

Monthly Skywatch programs are a full 60 minutes in length to allow this series to cover more subjects in greater depth than ever before. Admission to the indoor planetarium portion of the Monthly Skywatch is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under or senior citizens 55 and over. Because the planetarium component of the Monthly Skywatch presents scientific information at a more advanced level than our regular shows, we recommend it primarily for persons 13 years and older.

The Monthly Skywatch program is one of three programs that will comprise the June 19 and July 17 "Super Saturday" schedule.

On June 19, a pair of children's presentations (Zip! Zoom! Whiz! and The Friendly Stars mini) will be presented at 7 p.m., followed by the Monthly Skywatch at 8 p.m. and the Endless Photons laser concert at 9:30 p.m.

For more information about the Monthly Skywatch series, call the Cernan Center at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372, or e-mail the Cernan Center at cernan@triton.edu.

For information about other shows and ticket prices, please call the Cernan Center's Program Line at (708) 583-3100 or visit the Cernan Earth and Space Center online at www.triton.edu/cernan for complete information about the Cernan Center, as well as a current sky map, moon and planet information, online shopping at the Cernan Center's Star Store and links to many other Earth- and space-related resources.

Fencl Named Outstanding Faculty of the Year at Triton

2010-06-03T06:22:00.001-07:00

Triton College congratulates Dr. Terry Fencl on being named Outstanding Faculty of the Year for 2010 - an award honoring faculty members who have established an extraordinary record of contribution to the learning experience of their students and to their discipline.
Fencl has demonstrated a distinguished teaching ethic, an exemplary record of professional accomplishment in the form of scholarly achievements and outstanding service to her peers, students and Triton College.
Since 1980, she has been a full-time instructor of speech and theater at Triton. First, teaching in the Interdisciplinary Studies Department, a department offering interdisciplinary clusters of general education courses in communications, fine arts, social and behavioral sciences, and humanities.
Fencl helped move one of the college's learning communities to an online format preserving the interdisciplinary mandate and connecting the virtual community of online learners to the classroom community of on-campus learners.
She is currently teaching online theater courses in this Community of One Model, as well as online public speaking. Additionally, Terry serves as a mentor to faculty who are developing online courses.
"I am so honored to not only be receiving this award but to be receiving this award from my peers and students," said Fencl. "I find it a privilege to be working at a great school and with great people, doing what I love on a daily basis."
Fencl is indeed dedicated to teaching. She is always helpful in the collaboration of curriculum, lesson planning and has shown a great strength in the assessment of learners and team teaching.
"One of the great pleasures of working at Triton College is the extraordinary talent, commitment and dedication of the faculty to not just fine teaching, but great teaching," Fencl said. "I am happy to be a part of such a wonderful team."

Triton's President's Leadership Academy Unveils Banner Campaign

2010-06-03T06:21:00.002-07:00

The Triton College President's Leadership Academy 2010 kicked off its campaign project to create a greater awareness of Triton within the community with a banner unveiling ceremony May 20 adjacent to the main entrance of the River Grove campus.
Triton College President Dr. Patricia Granados unveiled the first banner to the crowd of students, staff and community members in attendance for the event. Before displaying the banner, Dr. Granados praised the academy for their efforts.
"I'm very proud of our Leadership Academy 2010," Granados said. "They worked very hard as a team on this project for the betterment of the college."
The academy selected the banner project as their initiative to promote Triton College in high traffic areas throughout the communities the college serves. This goal will be accomplished in several phases.
The first phase of this project is complete with banners hung in front of Triton College, in River Grove at the intersection of River Rd. and Grand Ave., and in Melrose Park at the intersections of North and Fifth, and North and First avenues.
The banner design will complement Triton's Achieving the Dream efforts to promote student success initiatives.
River Grove Village President Marilynn May and Melrose Park Mayor Ronald Serpico were on hand for the ceremony as both municipalities worked with the academy to display the banners in their respective villages.
"Triton College is a very important part of our town," May said. "I'm very appreciative of the educational values of the school and the esthetic beauty of the campus. The banners look outstanding and River Grove is proud to be a part of this."
"The village of Melrose Park is thrilled to be involved with this project," Serpico said. "The banners are located at extremely busy intersections and I also want to acknowledge our Public Works Department for their efforts. It's always great working with Triton and I'm happy we were able to make this happen."
The Triton College President's Leadership Academy is an annual program designed to build leaders from within the college. By bringing together employees from various employee groups, a sense of teamwork and camaraderie is established, thus setting forth a future that is supported by committed leaders, realizing and fulfilling the mission and vision of Triton College.

Triton College Honors the Village of Franklin Park

2010-06-03T06:21:00.001-07:00

Triton College played host to residents and village officials from the village of Franklin Park as Triton honored the community at the May 19 Franklin Park Honor Day event. Guests enjoyed refreshments and entertainment, while celebrating the outstanding partnership between Triton and the village.
"We are very proud to be partners with the village of Franklin Park in helping its residents meet their educational goals," said Triton College president, Dr. Patricia Granados. "The commitment of Mayor Barrett Pedersen and trustees to education for the betterment of the community is what has allowed our relationship to flourish."
The evening presented an opportunity for Franklin Park residents to learn more about Triton's programs. In addition to academic information being available, deans and department staff were on hand. Several of Franklin Park's officials and residents were in attendance, including trustees John Johnson and Cheryl McLean, along with members representing the Franklin Park and Veterans park districts, and village administration.
Franklin Park and its residents have been active in a number of Triton programs and services within the community. Most notably, 31 village residents ranging from 59-90 years old are part of Triton's Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Last year, these volunteers donated 4,806 hours for three different Triton non-for-profit partners in the village - CNN Franklin Park, Leyden Family Services and Leyden Township.
In March 2010, Triton's School of Continuing Education was hired to provide customer service training to employees of the village. Triton is currently working with the Franklin Park School District 84 to provide four summer children's camps. In addition, 339 students took advantage of English as a Second Language classes held at Passow and Pietrini elementary schools and East Leyden High School in Franklin Park last year.
Mayor Barrett Pedersen knows the importance of education and how Triton has served his community with approximately 900 Franklin Park residents enrolled for classes during the spring semester.
"I am very proud to be representing the village of Franklin Park as our community is honored by Triton College," Pedersen said. "Triton College is responsive to diverse educational needs and is committed to fostering a lifelong learning environment that empowers individuals personally, professionally and culturally. We are pleased to be their neighbor and proud to be their partner in our shared community."
For more information on Franklin Park Honor Day, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.

Triton College Cernan Center Announces Summer Super Saturday Show Schedules

2010-06-02T15:01:00.000-07:00

Children and adults alike can add enjoyment to their leisure time by attending a program at Triton College's Cernan Earth and Space Center Super Saturday events this summer.

From now-Aug. 8, the Cernan Center will be hosting two exclusive "Super Saturdays" of expanded show performances on the evenings of June 19 and July 17, replacing its weekly series of offerings.

The expanded show schedules will be as follows: Saturday, June 19, 7 p.m. - Zip! Zoom! Whiz! and The Friendly Stars Mini Show; 8 p.m. - Monthly Skywatch; 9:30 p.m. - Endless Photons Laser Concert; Saturday, July 17, 7 p.m. - Rusty Rocket's Last Blast and Patriot Mini Laser Show; 8 p.m. - Monthly Skywatch; 9:30 p.m. - A Momentary Lapse of Summer (a Pink Floyd laser concert).
Admission and More Information

Admission for either "Super Saturday" 7 or 8 p.m. show - $8 for adults and $4 for senior citizens 55 and older, and children ages 2 to 12.

Admission to the 9:30 p.m. Laser Concert - $10 for adults and $5 for senior citizens 55 and older, and children ages 2 to 12.

Super Saturday Special to attend any two shows on one night - $12 for adults and $6 for senior citizens 55 and older, and children ages 2 to 12.

Super Saturday Special to attend all three shows on one night - $18 for adults and $9 for senior citizens 55 and older, and children ages 2 to 12.

Special rate tickets must be purchased at the same time.

For more information or complete show descriptions, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372, or visit the Cernan Center's Web site at www.triton.edu/cernan.

The Cernan Center is located on the west side of the Triton College campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove, Ill.

Congratulations Triton College Class of 2010!

2010-06-02T13:51:00.000-07:00

Graduates hit a milestone in their journey as Triton College held its 44th annual commencement ceremony at the Rosemont Theatre on May 23.

Triton College staff, faculty and administration gathered to congratulate the graduates and their families. The day was a celebration of the graduate's commitment, dedication and success in completing their academic studies at Triton.

Some students moved through their course work in two straight years, some managed a class or two each semester, some made the campus their second home and some obtained their degree via online offerings.

This year, Triton College graduated more than 1,500 students that participated in various programs offered by the college and nearly 500 of those graduating students participated in the graduation ceremony.

The ceremony opened with a greeting from Triton College president, Dr. Patricia Granados.

"It is an honor for me to be here today to share this exciting moment with each of you." said Dr. Granados. "Each of you has much to be proud of. And, I can truly say, that as I look out into the faces of our graduates, we too, as members of the Triton College community, have much of which to be proud of."

President of Triton College Student Association, Dante Colloly, spoke to his peers reflecting back on his journey at Triton. Colloly gave sentiments about those who helped him along the way.

Mark Stephens, chairman of the Triton College Board of Trustees expressed the pride and accomplishments he shared with the students as he introduced the 2010 commencement speaker, Dr. Frank Pasquale, mayor of the village of Bellwood.

Mayor Pasquale opened by expressing gratitude and appreciation to the president, board of trustees and graduates for allowing him the privilege of speaking at this year's commencement ceremony.

"I am both honored and enthused to be able to congratulate you on your accomplishments today," said Pasquale.

Being an advocate for education, he spoke on taking advantage of the life tools and knowledge that Triton College provided to the graduates.

"Triton College holds a special place in my heart, I believe in what the college stands for, the excellence they strive for and teach to all their students," Pasquale said. "Take advantage of the degree that you have obtained, use it to advance in your life as far as you can. Triton is a great spring board for you to achieve your goals."

The ceremony closed with the graduates receiving their diplomas from the college's president and board members.

Sheena Williamson, a member of this year's graduating class, received an Associate in Science degree. "It has taken me a long time to get here but in the end it doesn't matter how long it took you," said Williamson. "What matters is that you finished. Just keep pushing yourself, keep your head up and remember you can do this, you can do anything you want."

Williamson plans on attending Eastern Illinois University in the fall semester to obtain her bachelor's degree.
Another Triton graduate, David Prus, received his Associate in Arts degree and plans on attending DePaul or Loyola this fall to study history.

"In a small way, I am leaving Triton exactly as I arrived, uncertain and nervous of the future, but in an even bigger way," said Prus. "I am leaving a changed person forever, I am confident that I can make my dreams come true and Triton College helped me see that anything is possible."

Congratulations to the Triton College graduating class of 2010!

East Leyden Wins Triton College HIA Cook-Off

2010-06-02T13:49:00.000-07:00

At Triton's first Hospitality Industry Administration (HIA) High School Cook-Off, East Leyden High School students Max Schammert and Kenny Patroski, were each awarded $500 scholarships to Triton College, a culinary knife kit, a pastry knife kit and Triton chef jackets as winners of the TV style cook-off competition.

Six pairs of students from local high schools, were asked to compete. The participants were given one hour and 15 minutes to cook and prepare the menu items according to the recipes that were provided. Family members and teachers were able to watch the contest via monitors in the dining room.

Contestants were asked to prepare dishes from a menu selected by judges. The students were evaluated during the cooking and planning process, as well as on the taste and presentation of the final product. Students from Triton's HIA Program volunteered their time to assist with the competition. An HIA student represented each high school team to assist them with equipment usage, sanitation practices and overall safety.

Second and third place awards went to Proviso West students Gabriel Maldonado and Kevin Le, and West Leyden students Emilio Ricardo and Pawel Trznadel respectively, who were given knife kits. All participating teams received chef jackets.

Triton College Offers Summer Camps for Kids

2010-06-02T13:46:00.000-07:00

Triton's Continuing Education Office will offer a series of one-week summer camps for kids. Camps are held in either morning or afternoon sessions on Triton's main campus, located at 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

Camps include:
LEGO ROBOTICS (Ages 8-12)
9-11:50 a.m., Monday-Friday, June 14-18 and July 12-16
COMPUTER DETECTIVES I (Ages 8-12)
1:30-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 14-18 and July 12-16
CREATIVE PAPER ARTS (Ages 5-10)
9-11:50 a.m., Monday-Friday, July 5-9 and July 26-30
GREEN GARDENERS (Ages 5-10)
1:30-4:25 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 14-18 and July 12-16
JUNIOR COOKS CULINARY CAMP (Ages 7-11)
1:30-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, June 21-25 and July 19-23

For a complete listing and description of children's camps, check out our special camp Web site at www.triton.edu/camptriton or for registration information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3501.

13th Annual Triton College Foundation Golf Outing - June 24

2010-05-20T09:33:00.000-07:00

The Triton College Foundation will host the 13th Annual Open Golf Outing at 9 a.m., Thursday, June 24, at White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville.
All interested golfers are invited to attend the event, which includes an 18-hole round of golf, golf carts, goodie bags, lunch, dinner and prizes. Golfers may register as individuals at $125 per person or as a foursome at $500. Dinner-only tickets are available at a cost of $50 per person.
In addition to golfers, the Foundation also is seeking hole and raffle prize sponsors. Individual and corporate sponsorships are appreciated. Hole sponsorships begin at $150. Sponsorships are tax deductible as allowed by law.
All proceeds from the 13th Annual Triton Foundation Open Golf Outing benefit the Triton Foundation Scholarship Fund.
For more information, to register or become a sponsor, please contact the Triton College Foundation at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3730.

Triton's Moving Strong Towards 50 Years of Committed Service to the District!

2010-05-18T14:46:00.000-07:00

In four years, Triton College will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in River Grove.
Our Board of Trustees, administrative team, outstanding faculty and dedicated employees are always committed to providing quality service to our students as they pursue their educational goals.
Providing top-notch programming to serve the educational needs of our stakeholders is what we do best!
This is reflected in the growing enrollment numbers we continue to experience on a semesterly basis.
Thousands have taken the Triton educational path - from the child who colors their first picture in our preschool to the active adult who may celebrate their 100th birthday in one of our classrooms.
Our programs of study are some of the best and complement the needs of society and today's global occupational outlook. We work hard to ensure a Triton graduate becomes the first choice of employers in today's job market.
We are always focused on refreshing our offerings to include some of the most innovative, climate-changing opportunities through a community college - like our new Pre-Career Academies, a collaboration among Adult Ed, Continuing Ed and the credit side of the college, open to upper level ESL and GED students that helps individuals obtain additional background needed to successfully transition to certificate and degree programs in their chosen field. Today, we offer two academies - Pre-Health Careers and Pre-Electronic Technician with others planned for those interested in pursuing careers in education or as electricians.
We have upgraded several of our learning spaces to enhance the quality academic experience of our students, who are the ultimate beneficiaries, providing them with an opportunity to further their studies while keeping up with technology in a modernized high-tech environment that's real-world and conducive to a successful career.
Our athletic programs are always on top of their game producing champions year after year and our student athletes, known as the mighty Trojans, often become distinguished professionals.
Triton's University Center provides individuals with the opportunity to continue their studies towards a bachelor's or master's degree without ever leaving our beautiful campus. Our university partners include National-Louis University, Benedictine University, Governors State University, Southern Illinois University Carbondale and Eastern Illinois University - and there's more to come.
Our partnerships are growing annually. Besides being linked to the 25 communities we serve, we stand side by side with big business - UPS (United Parcel Service), Best Buy, Westlake Hospital, Local 399 and others to mention a few. All with a similar purpose - doing what's best for people - always. We all care.
As we approach 50, we're getting bigger and better - we continue to be driven by our mission to provide opportunities for community members to succeed by receiving quality education.
If you haven't taken a class at Triton, now's the time, we have something for everyone.
By registering and becoming a member of our student body, we're sure you'll feel proud of your association with Triton College and the memorable impact of our big, history-making 50th anniversary celebration.
For more information on classes, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130.
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Triton College Men's Basketball Player Paris Paramore Signs with Central Michigan

2010-05-07T09:07:00.001-07:00

In the long, rich tradition of the Triton College men's basketball program, there have been a number of student athletes who received NCAA Division I scholarships. However, no Triton men's basketball player in recent history will get an opportunity like Paris Paramore will.
The Trojans floor general for the past two years will switch from the cardinal and gold of Triton to the maroon and gold of Central Michigan University located in Mount Pleasant, Mich. Paramore accepted a basketball scholarship and signed his National Letter of Intent to play for the Chippewas next winter.
The Mid-American Conference (MAC) school is the highest level NCAA Division I conference that a Trojan men's basketball player has received a scholarship from in more than 20 years. Central Michigan's men's basketball team has won the MAC West Division crown two consecutive seasons and the recruiting class Paramore joined is rated the best in the MAC by several outlets.
"It's a great for our program to have Paris land at a school that is both academically and athletically as strong as Central Michigan," said Triton head coach Steve Christiansen. "I'm proud Triton College has played a role in his success and hopefully this will open the door for us to recruit young men just like him."
This past season, Paramore was Triton's leading scorer, averaging 14.8 points per game. The 6-foot point guard out of Washington High School led the team in total assists with 136 and total steals with 66. In 29 games played, Paramore shot 50 percent (140-281) from the field, 39 percent (41-104) from three-point range, and a team-best 81 percent from the free throw line (109-134).
Paramore was named North Central Community College Conference (N4C) Honorable Mention his freshman campaign and was a First Team All-N4C selection this year. In addition, Paramore was named Region IV Player of the Week for the period ending Jan. 17.
"We are very excited to add Paris to our basketball family," Central Michigan head coach Ernie Zeigler said. "He is a multi-skilled point guard with the ability to lead his teammates. Not only can he make plays for others but he can also score. He brings toughness with him that is a staple of our program. Paris is going to be a good fit into our guard lineup and I am excited about the potential he has with our program."
Paramore also considered offers from Loyola and Eastern Michigan Universities However, Christiansen credits Central Michigan Assistant Coach Darren Kohne for making Paramore feel like he was home.
"Coach Kohne did an outstanding job in forging a bond with Paris and painting an excellent picture of what the next two years would be like at Central Michigan to the point that he became really comfortable with what their school had to offer him."
Along with his success on the basketball court, Paramore was as equal to the task in the classroom. Through his first three semesters, Paramore earned a 2.52 G.P.A. and will complete his course work at Triton in June. He will graduate in August with an Associate's Degree in Arts.
For more information on the Triton College men's basketball program, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call head coach Steve Christiansen at (708) 456-0300, Ext 3840.
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Triton College Softball Team Raises $2,000 for Breast Cancer Research

2010-05-07T09:06:00.000-07:00

The Triton College softball program continued their commitment to community service by raising a total of $2,000 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation in the fight against breast cancer.
The team raised $1,500 in February by donating $5 for every child that participated in their youth softball camp and the rest during the final regular season home game May 2 vs. Moraine Valley Community College, themed "Swings for Susan."
Not even an inch of rainfall overnight could damper the occasion.
"When the team saw the condition of the field when they arrived, they all thought we were not playing," said Triton head coach Art Kasak. "We had puddles everywhere. Then the sun came out and we were able to get the field in shape and only started 10 minutes late."
During the doubleheader, the Lady Trojans wore pink jerseys, while the visiting Cyclones wore pink ribbons with their jerseys. Even the umpiring crew was in the spirit by wearing pink ribbons as well. In addition, everyone in the crowd received a pink ribbon as many of the spectators sported pink t-shirts.
The field was also pretty in pink as both the baselines and bases were painted the color. In the outfield, the team decorated the fence with pink and white balloons and painted a pink ribbon in the centerfield grass.
Throughout both games, members of the team and other volunteers walked the crowd asking for donations.
Before the contest, Triton and Moraine Valley took a group photo together as a sign of unity in the battle against breast cancer.
"It was a special day for our team both on and off the field," said Kasak. "It was great to have Moraine Valley be a part of this. We both had a common goal and that was breast cancer awareness."
But the highlight of the day occurred between games as two cancer survivors, Marlene Szyszka (14 years) and Karen Cox (4 years) each tossed ceremonial pitches. The two also received a gift bag from the Lady Trojans.
"It was wonderful to have those ladies in attendance," Kasak said. "The game was secondary at that moment and the day was all about honoring women just like them for their strength and courage."
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College Names Jim Rivera New Women's Basketball Head Coach

2010-05-07T09:04:00.000-07:00

The Triton College Athletic Department announced the appointment of Jim Rivera as head women's basketball coach for the 2010-11 season. The Schiller Park resident brings to the table more than 20 years of coaching experience including the last three seasons as an assistant coach for the Triton men's basketball team.
"We're happy to have Jim Rivera on the staff to take the women's basketball program in a new direction," said Triton College Athletic Director Harry McGinnis. "He's done great work as an assistant for our men's program under Steve Christiansen and hope he can bring that winning attitude and competitiveness he had with the men to the women's side."
Rivera is a familiar face to local basketball fans. Before coming to Triton, Rivera served under both Larry Schulte and Greg Lehmann as an assistant boy's basketball coach at Fenton High School in Bensenville. Rivera left Fenton for a post within the Leyden High School feeder program under Ken Davis. After Leyden, Rivera switched his focus to the AAU scene, where he teamed up with highly regarded, long-time IHSA floor boss, Dennis Kessell.
"I am blessed to be put in this situation," Rivera said. "Having the chance to be a head coach is something I've been looking forward to for a long time. I feel grateful to both Harry McGinnis for the opportunity to turn the Triton women's basketball program around and to Steve Christiansen for the opportunity he gave me to be apart his staff the last three years."
Recruiting has been Rivera's top priority since being named officially as head coach. He has developed many positive leads in building a squad for next season to complement the players returning as sophomores. Rivera wants to have a team that can play an up-tempo style that has the ability to get out in transition.
"I think we need to change the culture that has been linked with the program in years past," Rivera said. "We need to instill some confidence in our players and show them that the rewards are worth the hard work necessary for them to become better student-athletes."
Rivera prepped at Wells High School in Chicago and was an All-Section player in the Red-West. He spent his collegiate years at Northern Illinois University and was a walk-on member of the 1975-1976 men's basketball team under coach Emory Luck.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Gaze at the Sky and Travel the Cosmos at the Triton College Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch - May 22

2010-04-23T11:07:00.001-07:00

The Cernan Earth and Space Center of Triton College next Monthly Skywatch will be conducted on Saturday evening, May 22, 2010, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Monthly Skywatch consists of two parts - an indoor planetarium program and an outdoor telescope observing session. The telescope observing portion is only held if weather permits.
The indoor portion of the Monthly Skywatch, which begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Cernan Center's dome theater, introduces audiences to a wide range of Earth- and space-related subjects. These include a tour of the current nighttime sky, a presentation on the latest astronomical discoveries and highlights and plans for NASA space flights. Each month, the Cernan Center's Monthly Skywatch staff also presents a segment that features a timely subject or focuses on a particular celestial object that is well placed for viewing that month.
Weather permitting, the Monthly Skywatch will then re-convene on the lawn in front of the Cernan Center to observe the wonders of the sky through telescopes. Members of the Chicago Astronomical Society assist Cernan Center staff members in offering their telescopes and expertise to those in attendance. At the May 22 Monthly Skywatch, these telescopes will be trained on the planets Venus, Mars, and Saturn, as well as the waxing gibbous Moon, which will be located near Saturn. There is no charge for the telescope observing that follows the Monthly Skywatch.
Monthly Skywatch programs are a full 60 minutes in length to allow this series to cover more subjects in greater depth than ever before. Admission to the indoor planetarium portion of the Monthly Skywatch is $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under or senior citizens 55 and over. Because the planetarium component of the Monthly Skywatch presents scientific information at a more advanced level than our regular shows, we recommend it primarily for persons 13 years and older.
For more information about the Monthly Skywatch series, call the Cernan Center at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3372, or e-mail the Cernan Center at cernan@triton.edu. For information about other shows and ticket prices, please call the Cernan Center's Program Line at (708) 583-3100 or visit the Cernan Earth and Space Center Online at www.triton.edu/cernan for complete information about the Cernan Center, as well as a current sky map, moon and planet information, online shopping at the Cernan Center's Star Store and links to many other Earth- and space-related resources online.
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Triton College 44th Annual Commencement Set for May 23

2010-04-23T08:59:00.000-07:00

Triton College will celebrate its 44th annual commencement at 3 p.m., Sunday, May 23, at the beautiful and spacious Rosemont Theatre located at 5400 N. River Rd., Rosemont.
This year's keynote speaker will be Dr. Frank Pasquale, mayor of the village of Bellwood.
Pasquale, the four-decade resident of the growing western suburb, was elected as mayor in 2001 and re-elected in 2005 and 2009. He previously served as a village trustee and as a commissioner of Memorial Park District.
Open, honest and transparent government, intergovernmental cooperation and public/private partnerships have been the hallmark of Mayor Pasquale's administration, not to mention a strategic focus on economic development and capital improvement projects that are driving new residential and retail development.
His first calling and career was to be an educator. He received a B.A. in education from the University of Illinois and continued his education at Chicago State University where he earned a master's degree in guidance and counseling. He went on to earn a doctorate in behavioral science from Nova University.
The mayor's teaching career began at St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Ill., as a teacher and director of guidance and counseling.
Later he became a vocational counselor at Wright College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, before being named a dean's scholar and honors business coordinator and counselor chairman of Faculty Honors Committee.
His first full-time education career has prompted the mayor to embark on programs and initiatives that provide Bellwood students the opportunity to get the best education possible while recognizing the vital role of computer technology. Pasquale believes that literacy in this generation includes the ability to operate a computer and access to the latest technology and the Internet. To that end, the village's innovative program that offers a $200 rebate to every Bellwood household that purchases a new computer and accessories speaks to the mayor's commitment to closing the so-called digital divide.
For more information on the Triton College 2010 Commencement Ceremony, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3230.
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Triton College Softball Team "Swings for Susan" May 2

2010-04-23T07:44:00.000-07:00

The Triton College women's softball team plans to do its part in raising breast cancer awareness during its final regular season home doubleheader Sunday, May 2, at noon, against Moraine Valley Community College.
The event called "Swings for Susan" will honor breast cancer survivors and raise funds in the fight against breast cancer with all proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The team will be collecting donations during both games.
"I hope it will be a special day," Triton softball head coach Art Kasak said. "The team jumped at the idea right away and thought it would be a great thing to do."
The team is encouraging breast cancers survivors to come out to the game as all survivors will be honored and receive a pink carnation.
Fans attending the games are also asked to get into the spirit by wearing pink shirts as well. Their will also be plenty of pink decorated throughout the field, including the baselines which will be colored in pink.
"We're going to make it a good way to finished up the regular season and like to have as many people there as possible," Kasak said. "We're looking forward to it."
For more information on being apart of the ceremonies or to be a donor, contact Triton softball head coach Art Kasak at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3289.
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Paver Named Dean of Arts & Sciences at Triton College

2010-04-22T10:02:00.000-07:00

Jonathan Paver, a resident of Oak Park, is the new dean of the School of Arts & Sciences at Triton College.
Paver, who assumed his position on April 5, was employed at Triton in the past and left for a position with the Teaching and Learning Center at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
In January of 2007, he returned to the River Grove campus as the Title III curriculum/instructional designer and recently served as the executive director of Professional Development, administering professional development programs and activities for all full- and part-time faculty and staff.
Paver has more than 11 years experience in higher education in the area of faculty professional development, distance education and instructional technology.
In addition to his career at Triton and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Paver has held positions at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Montana State University.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communications, radio/television broadcasting from Western Illinois University, earned a Master of Arts degree in religion and history from Trinity International University, and has completed graduate course work in history from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Jonathan is currently enrolled in the Instructional Technology Doctoral Program in the College of Education at Northern Illinois University.
"I'm excited to join the Arts & Sciences division at Triton College," stated Paver. "I look forward to working with the outstanding faculty in our area to support student success and assist students as they pursue their educational goals."
Triton's School of Arts & Sciences offers more than 40 programs with curricula focusing on providing students with core knowledge in their chosen fields of study while earning an associate's degree and completing their first two years of bachelor's degree requirements.

Triton College Baseball Team Outlasts South Suburban in Extra Innings

2010-04-22T08:57:00.002-07:00

It's never easy to win on the road. And for the Triton College baseball team, winning at South Suburban College in particular has been a challenge in recent years. But the Trojans finally got over the hump, defeating South Suburban at Bulldog Stadium for the first time since 2003 after their 8-7 triumph in 10 innings April 21 in South Holland.
The victory improved Triton to 26-12 overall as the defending Region IV champions earned their first regular season series sweep over the Bulldogs during Harry Torgerson's six seasons as head coach.
"It feels good to get a win at South Suburban," Torgerson said. "We've walked away from here on the short end of some tough games in the past. This win was nice to get going into what is a big weekend for us."
Triton will host North Central Community College Conference (N4C) rival Harper College, Saturday, April 24 at noon. Then on Sunday, April 25 at noon, Kishwaukee College will visit Symonds-Puckett Field with the number one seed in the Region IV Tournament hanging in the balance for the Trojans.
With the crucial stretch ahead, Torgerson went with a pitching-by-committee of four different hurlers against South Suburban to ensure everyone would be available over the weekend. However, the length of the game nearly spoiled those plans.
The Bulldogs scored a pair of runs in the bottom of the ninth to tie the game at six. South Suburban loaded the bases with one out after tying the score before Josh Serrano (East Leyden) picked up a strikeout and a groundout to force extra innings.
A.J. Quinones (Oswego) led off the 10th with a walk and advanced to third following a throwing error when Ricky Divito (Driscoll) beat out a bunt for a hit. With one out, Mike Bolling (Guerin Prep) reached on a fielder's choice as South Suburban failed to turn a double play which plated Quinones to give Triton a 7-6 edge.
With Carlos Luciano (Clemente) up, Bolling stole second and advanced to third when the throw from the catcher went into centerfield. Luciano made the Bulldogs pay with an RBI single to score Bolling to add a key insurance run. Luciano went 4-for-5 with four RBI's.
The Trojans needed that extra tally as South Suburban would score a run in their half of the 10th before Serrano got James Dawson to groundout harmlessly to Luciano at shortstop to seal the win.
Serrano tossed the final four innings to improve to 6-0 on the season.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College Softball Team Recognized by Broadview Park District

2010-04-22T08:57:00.001-07:00

The Triton College softball team was honored by the Broadview Park District for participating in the park district's annual girls' softball clinic in February. Head Coach Art Kasak accepted the award during the park district's April 15 board meeting.
Kasak and his staff along with several members of the team volunteered their time conducting three separate sessions on the fundamentals of the game in helping the Broadview Park District build their softball program.
"This is the second straight year that Triton College has hosted our clinic and it was a huge success," said Broadview Park District Executive Director Katrina Thompson, MA. "We had more girls come out this year and we're very grateful to all the players and coaches who took time out of their schedules to give back to the community."
The plaque credited Kasak and the team for an outstanding performance in partnership with the Broadview Park District in making the clinic a success.
"One of the reasons we wanted to have these clinics is to show we're here to help," Kasak said to the board. "Hopefully ours players inspired some of your girls and this award is something I'll always cherish."
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College/Best Buy 20 Gets You 10 Facebook Fan Plan Kicks Off May 1!

2010-04-19T07:16:00.000-07:00

Triton College in partnership with Best Buy will be launching a social networking initiative to encourage individuals to become fans of Triton's Facebook page.
The ultimate goal of this big-time, first-of-its-kind event is to increase Triton's Facebook fanbase to more than 2,010 members within calendar year 2010 and let the community know about the outstanding things happening at Triton College.
Beginning May 1, anyone who registers to become a fan of Triton's page will receive a special coupon that can be redeemed for a free $10 gift card with a purchase of $20 or more at the Winston Plaza Best Buy in Melrose Park.
Spend $20 and Best Buy gives you $10 towards your next purchase. It's as easy as that!
To take advantage of this great opportunity and stay on top of the many activities at Triton College, we encourage everyone to visit our Facebook page today at www.triton.edu/tritonfacebook and become a fan.
You can be a part of history - one of 2010 in 2010!
For additional information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3166, or send an e-mail to rswanber@triton.edu.
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Triton College Softball Team Remains Perfect in the Conference

2010-04-16T06:58:00.001-07:00

The Triton College softball program has grown tremendously during Art Kasak's seven-year tenure as head coach. But on April 14, the program did something it has not done in 17 years, sweeping a doubleheader over North Central Community College Conference (N4C) rival College of DuPage.
The Lady Trojans continued their solid play since their Arizona trip by picking up wins of 9-6 and 4-0 over the Chaparrals in River Grove. Most importantly, Triton is back over the .500 mark with a 16-14 record and is atop the N4C standings with a perfect 8-0 record.
"This team is accomplishing things that have never happened in my seven years at Triton," Kasak said. "I think there are more good things to come. The team played well today and it's really fun to watch."
The Lady Trojans had to rally from an early 3-0 deficit in game one as the bats came alive in a four-run third inning. Caitlin Thompson's (Argo) fourth home run of the season, a two-run blast over the left field fence was the highlight of the frame.
Samantha Pozzie (Riverside-Brookfield) was two-for-three with three RBI's as Triton opened a 9-4 lead. However, DuPage made things interesting late before Jazzy Camacho (Lane Tech) slammed the door by striking out the final two DuPage batters to earn the save.
Christina Christopher (Taft) pitched six and a third solid innings to claim her first win of the season.
In game two, the Chaparrals were puzzled by Camacho, who got the start after closing out the first game. The freshman dominated DuPage for her sixth victory with a complete game one-hit shutout.
Triton scored two first inning runs which proved to be plenty of support for Camacho, who struck out six. Morgan Dunbar (Lyons Township) hit her first home run of the season to give the Lady Trojans a 3-0 cushion in the third.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College Presents The Robber Bridegroom

2010-04-14T14:36:00.001-07:00

The Triton College Visual, Performing and Communication Arts Department will stage The Robber Bridegroom, book by Alfred Uhry, at 8 p.m., April 30, May 1, 6, 7 and 8, and May 2 and 9 at 2 p.m. in the Triton College Performing Arts Center in the Robert M. Collins Center, located on the east side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Based on a Grimm fairytale re-imagined by Eudora Welty in 18th century Mississippi, The Robber Baron comes alive with romance, evil doings and a lively bluegrass score. The lovers are Rosamund the beautiful daughter of a rich southern planter and Jamie Lockhart, a gentleman robber. They must overcome mistaken identity, an evil stepmother and several bumbling villains - one of whom is a hostile talking head. Called one of the best secrets of Broadway, this bawdy romp will set toes tapping.
The Robber Bridegroom is directed by Kristin Gehring and presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.
Tickets are $13 for students, faculty, staff and senior citizens, and $15 for the general public.
For more information or to reserve tickets, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 6932.
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Join Triton College for a Spring Concert!

2010-04-14T11:33:00.000-07:00

This May, Triton College will be hosting a series of spring concerts for the community to enjoy.
The 2010 Jazz Concert will be held at 7:30 p.m., Monday, May 10, in the Fine Arts Building (J Building), Room J-112, located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Come and hear the members of the Triton Jazz Ensemble and combo groups! This concert features special arrangements and soloists, as well as a variety of styles including hard bop, west coast and fusion jazz.
On Tuesday, May 11, this year's Choral Concert will kick off at 7: 30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center, located in the Robert M. Collins Center (R Building,) on the east side of campus.
Guests will enjoy fine choral music courtesy of the Triton College Choir. With a diverse program, guest instrumentalists, and the unique talents of the singers in Triton's choir. Audience members are sure to remember this final concert of our choral music season.
The culmination of this year's music events will be the Band Concert on Monday, May 17. Spend a musical evening with us as the Triton Band performs classics for wind band and chamber ensembles. Special guest soloists will be performing and a special encore performance will conclude the evening.
The Band Concert will be held in the Performing Arts Center, located in the Robert M. Collins Center (R Building) beginning at 7:30 p.m.
General admission to each event is $5 and $3 for students/senior citizens.
For more information on Triton's spring concerts, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3506.
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Triton College Softball Team Takes a Pair from South Suburban

2010-04-12T08:20:00.000-07:00

It was a tale of two games for the Triton College softball team when they hosted South Suburban College in a makeup of a rained out doubleheader April 5 in River Grove.
Fortunately the Lady Trojans won both games by scores of 4-3 and 12-1.
Triton (11-12) did not play their best during the first game but found a way to win. Caitlin Thompson's (Argo) two-run first inning home run gave the Lady Trojans a 2-0 lead. But the Bulldogs immediately responded with two in the top of the second to even the contest.
Thompson led off the fourth with a walk and would later score to give Triton a 3-2 edge before South Suburban tied the game once again in the fifth.
However, the Lady Trojans picked up the victory in walk-off fashion with back-to-back doubles by Michelle Rago (Argo) and Genevieve Crespo (Von Steuben) to end game one.
Triton dominated the second game using an 11-run first inning in their 12-1 victory in five innings. The 11 runs were the highest single-inning total for any Lady Trojan squad during Art Kasak's seven seasons as head coach.
Triton sent 15 to the plate and had nine hits in the frame. Thompson drove in four runs and scored twice. Crespo had a pair of doubles, scored twice and had two RBI's. Morgan Dunbar (Lyons Township) was a perfect 3-for-3 with 3 RBI's. Christina Christopher (Taft), Marilie Jaime (Morton East), and Regina Filomeno (Morton West) each had RBI's for the Lady Trojans who are currently ranked second in the latest Region IV District C poll.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Student Life Schedules Triton Idol Auditions

2010-04-09T08:33:00.000-07:00

Who will be the next Triton Idol? Do you have what it takes?
On Wednesday, April 21, the Triton College Office of Student will be holding the third annual Triton Idol auditions from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Triton College Student Center (B Building), Room B-120 located on the west side of campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Join us and show off those vocal chords.
You must provide your own music or have the link to the YouTube video you want to use.
Triton Idol is open to all students and is free of charge.
For more information, call the Program Board at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3572, or visit the Office of Student Life in Room B-120

Collaborative Darkness Exhibit at Triton College

2010-04-09T07:02:00.000-07:00

The fourth annual Collaborative Darkness Art Exhibit will run April 15-May 7 in the Triton College Fine Arts Gallery located in Room J-107 of the Fine Arts Building (J Building) on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
The 2010 display will explore the current Comic Noir style in multiple media. Drawn and painted works created by groups of students and faculty will share the walls with a short noir style film, also a collaborative effort created by Triton students.
Don your fedora and join us for an evening of fun!
A public reception for the artists will be held on Friday, May 7, 6-9 p.m.
To learn more about Triton's Collaborative Darkness Art Exhibit or Art Gallery hours, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3506.
Please note that admission to all gallery events is free.
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Annual Blood Testing Comes to Triton College April 27

2010-04-07T08:32:00.000-07:00

Health Services and Wellness Inc. will hold its annual blood testing from 6-11 a.m., at Triton College on Tuesday, April 27, in the Student Center Cafeteria (B Building), located on the west side of the main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Last year 97 people were tested and received individual, confidential medical reports mailed to their homes. These participants were encouraged to discuss the results with their physicians.
Wellness blood testing can determine early stages of illness and prevent health problems. We all need to be more concerned with staying well, rather than waiting until a disease demands corrective action.
Programs and services are available to those 18 years of age and older

Pre-registration is required. Sign up online at: http://register.wellness-inc.com; Enter registration key: TR-56665-0; Download a wellness screening program presentation: www.triton.edu/moveoxfer/data/Information/Wellness.pdf.

For more information, call the Wellness Inc. hotline at (630) 723-0175 or Triton College Health Services at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3344.

Triton's Career Services Hosts Be Successful at a Job Fair Workshops - April 21

2010-04-07T07:29:00.001-07:00

Learn the tips and tricks for successfully attending a job fair, the best way to show your professionalism and how you can stand out in a crowd.
On Wednesday, April 21, the Triton College Careers Services Department will be hosting Be Successful at a Job Fair workshops presented by the LaSalle Network, one of the area's major recruiting firms, in Parachutes Lounge, Room B-130, of the Student Center (B Building) located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
The first workshop kicks off at 2 p.m. and the evening session begins at 7 p.m.
Admission to each event is free and open to the public.
For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3789.
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You're Invited! Triton College Dress for Success Workshops - April 15

2010-04-07T07:28:00.001-07:00

The big day has finally arrived. You are getting ready to go on the ultimate interview with anticipation of being hired for that "always wanted" career.
How are you presenting yourself? Are you wearing appropriate clothing? Socks? Nylons? Proper shoes? Does your clothing match?
These are just a few questions that will be answered for you when you attend one of the Triton College Career Services Department's Dress for Success workshops on Thursday, April 15, in Parachutes Lounge, Room B-130 of the Student Center (B Building) located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
An afternoon workshop is scheduled for 2 p.m. and an evening workshop begins at 7 p.m.
Admission to each session is free and open to the public.
For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3789.
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Find the Right Employer for Your Field of Work! Triton College Career Services Center Hosts Job Fair April 22

2010-04-06T13:08:00.000-07:00

The Triton College Career Services Center is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, April 22, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Student Center Cafeteria, located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Several organizations will be on hand to provide students, alumni and community members with a comprehensive look at full-time, part-time and seasonal employment opportunities in the Chicagoland area.
Admission is free but professional attire and a resume are required for entry. If you do not have a resume, please contact us prior to the event to make an appointment to create one.
This is a professional job fair for interested applicants, it is requested that children do not attend.
Sign language interpretation services are also available. Please call in advance to arrange for an interpreter.
For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3789, or send an e-mail to careerservices@triton.edu.
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Triton College Hosts Franklin Park Honor Day May 19 Please Join Us - We're Part of Your Community!

2010-04-06T09:52:00.000-07:00

Triton College will be honoring the village of Franklin Park from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, in the Triton College Botanical Gardens (east side of campus), 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
A variety of activities are planned for individuals of all ages. Bring your family and friends for an exciting evening filled with musical entertainment, refreshments and plenty of fun!
A special plaque will be presented to Village Mayor Barrett Pedersen.
Come enjoy an evening celebration at Triton College. Admission is free and T-shirts will be given to the first 100 visitors.
For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.
In the event of inclement weather, the Franklin Park Honor Day celebration will be held in the Student Center Cafeteria (west side of campus).
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Triton College Softball Team Builds Momentum Since Arizona Trip

2010-04-06T09:17:00.000-07:00

Things are coming together for the Triton College softball team. After going winless against top-notch competition during their trip to Arizona, the Lady Trojans are 9-4 since returning home.
Triton continued to gain momentum after sweeping a doubleheader from Rock Valley College 3-2 and 11-3 March 31 in River Grove.
The Lady Trojans are within a game of .500 with a 9-10 record, including a 3-0 mark in the North Central Community College Conference (N4C).
"We played all Division I community colleges in Arizona," head coach Art Kasak said. "Our first game was against a team that already played 25 games. We went to school out there but the trip was good because we're starting to come together and I'm really excited about what this team can do."
Jazzy Camacho (Lane Tech) pitched a solid first game against Rock Valley. However, the Golden Eagles spoiled the effort with two runs in the top of the seventh to tie the game at two.
But the Lady Trojans responded immediately in the bottom half. Michelle Rago (Argo) led off the frame with a double and with one out scored on Samantha Pozzie's (Riverside-Brookfield) game-winning single to give Triton the dramatic victory.
In the second game, the Lady Trojans dominated winning in five innings behind a seven-run outburst in the second inning.
Regina Filomeno (Morton West) broke the game open with a bases loaded clearing double that gave Triton a 5-1 lead. Caitlin Thompson (Argo) followed by launching a rocket over the left field fence for her second home run of the young season to make it 7-1.
Triton wrapped matters up via the eight-run rule as a Marilie Jaime's (Morton East) two-run single ended the contest. Samantha Hinman (Ridgewood) pitched all five innings for the complete game victory.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Triton College Baseball Team Wins Doubleheaders Over South Suburban and Morton

2010-04-06T09:15:00.000-07:00

The Triton College baseball team has put themselves in a good position in their quest to defend the Region IV Championship. The Trojans picked up a doubleheader sweep over region rival South Suburban College with victories of 6-5 and 7-6 March 30 at Triton's Symonds-Puckett Field.
The wins ensured Triton of the season series over the Bulldogs which is key as the Trojans look to secure the top seed in the Region IV Tournament. The Trojans are 16-8 and have swept twin bills from Moraine Valley, College of DuPage, Morton and South Suburban since returning from their Florida trip.
"It's good to go into April as the leader in the region," head coach Harry Torgerson said. "But there's a long way to go. We have to keep making strides and beat the teams we're supposed to beat."
In game one against South Suburban, Triton jumped out to a 5-0 lead after a Ricky Divito (Driscoll) two-run double in the fourth. However, the Bulldogs rallied late before Mike Schroeder (North Newton, Ind.) picked up his second save of the season to preserve the win.
The Trojans took control of the second game with a four-run fifth inning. Triton benefited from three walks, a hit batter, and a critical South Suburban error to go ahead 7-4.
But just like the first game, the Bulldogs made things interesting late. However, starter Chris Hoffman (Conant) was able to get out of trouble to earn the complete game victory.
On March 31, the Trojans won a pair over Morton College by scores of 22-15 and 7-3 at Symonds-Puckett Field.
Triton belted out 21 hits and hit four home runs in a wild first game. Both teams capitalized from the wind blowing out to left field, combining for 33 hits and eight home runs.
A.J Quinones (Oswego), Rocco Brandonisio (Bishop Gorman, Nev.), Mike Bolling (Guerin Prep), and Ryan Petrulis (Lincoln-Way East) all went deep for the Trojans.
The offenses cooled off in the second game. But the top three in the Trojans batting order carried the load, accounting for all seven runs. Leadoff man Steve Mahler (Schaumburg) went 3-for 4 with two runs scored. Bolling scored a pair of runs and third place batter Carlos Luciano (Clemente) scored three times.
For more information on Triton College Athletics, visit www.triton.edu/athletics or call Athletic Director Harry McGinnis at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3784.
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Join Triton College for Earth Day 2010

2010-04-01T07:17:00.000-07:00

Triton College will be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day on Thursday, April 22, 11 a.m.-2 p.m in the Triton College Library, located in the Learning Resource Center (A Building) on the west side of Triton’s main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

Triton’s Greening the Campus Committee will be sponsoring a series of events promoting the Earth Day initiative and community members will have a great opportunity to learn more about the green movement.

Topics of interest will include climate policy, water conservation and rain barrels, energy efficiency, food impacts, habitat restoration, renewable energy and green jobs.

Find out what steps you can take to reduce your carbon footprint and help protect our environment.

Exhibits will feature:
• Student-created posters and multimedia presentations focusing on sustainability.
• Lost and Found Art display.
• Information on courses and careers with a “green” focus offered through the Continuing Education Department.

Attendees are encouraged to bring old cell phones to recycle. A recycling container provided by Samsung will be available.

Admission is free of charge and open to the public.

For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3004.

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Save the Date! Triton College Open House - May 1

2010-03-31T15:00:00.001-07:00

The community is invited to take a tour of the beautiful Triton College campus at our upcoming Open House, scheduled for Saturday, May 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Information will be provided on programs, as well as student activities.
The open house will take place in the Student Center (B Building), located on the west side of Triton's main campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.
Visitors can meet with faculty, talk with admission representatives, tour facilities, receive Financial Aid information and learn more about Triton's programs.
All those attending the open house may enter to win a free three-credit-hour course from Triton, a value of more than $200 (no purchase necessary). You must R.S.V.P. in advance and attend the event to be entered in the raffle.
For more information on Triton College's Open House or to make a reservation, please call us at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130, or click www.triton.edu/openhouse.

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Triton's Pappas Named Coca Cola Gold Scholar Award Recipient

2010-03-31T14:16:00.000-07:00

Vicky Pappas, a first-year student at Triton College, was recently awarded the Coca-Cola Gold Scholar Award winning $1,500 in scholarship money.
This annual recognition program administered by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society honors outstanding community college students who show intellectual rigor in their course of study, demonstrate academic leadership and civic growth, and who extend their community college education to better themselves, their schools and their communities. Pappas has demonstrated all of those qualities and more.
Experiencing the effects and severity of Alzheimer's Disease at an early age when her grandfather was diagnosed with the disease, Pappas focused on a serious goal for herself - receiving a bachelor's degree in neuroscience to pursue graduate work and further the field of neurodegenerative research.
While receiving her high school diploma from Elmwood Park High School in less than a year through the Triton College High School Completion Program, Pappas concurrently pursued her college education at Triton and will be graduating this May as a member of the Class of 2010.
Over the past year, while serving as the vice president of Fellowship and the vice president of Leadership of the Triton College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Pappas designed the Homeless for the Night Charitable Food Drive, and with PTK team members set up a receiving station outside of the Jewel food store in Melrose Park, collecting donations and delivering the goods to a local shelter. Vicky is also a member of Triton's Scholars Program, volunteers as a Triton tutor in biology, chemistry and English, and has also been invited by the Union League Club of Chicago to be a member of the Rotaract Club of Chicago.
Accepted into Harvard and Mount Holyoke College on full scholarships, Pappas is holding out on picking a school to further her studies until after graduating from Triton. She is currently waiting for acceptance letters from Yale, Brown University and Johns Hopkins University.
"I wanted to prove to myself that I could do anything that I put my mind to," Pappas said. "If you set goals for yourself, anything is possible. After hearing about winning the Coca-Cola Gold Scholar Award I was so taken back. To be chosen as one of the top 50 students in the country is such an honor."
On April 19, Pappas will be featured in an article by USA Today announcing her scholastic achievement and also has a chance at winning the Coca Cola Foundation's New Century Scholar Award - an honor that is granted to the top student in the state and awards a $2,000 stipend in scholarship money.
Triton College congratulates its Class of 2010 Coca-Cola Gold Scholar Award recipient Vicky Pappas on this outstanding achievement and applaud her as she pursues her educational goals!

Triton College Hosts Future Focus College Fair Oct. 15

2009-09-30T08:51:00.000-07:00

Triton College and area high schools will cosponsor the 32nd annual Future Focus college fair from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 15, in the Robert M. Collins Center on the east side of Triton's campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

The free fair enables interested individuals to speak with representatives from more than 150 four-year colleges and universities from across the country about admission procedures, program offerings, tuition expenses and financial aid. Participants also can attend financial aid mini-sessions or speak with representatives from local banks.

"Future Focus is an excellent opportunity for students and their parents to learn about and meet with representatives from many different colleges in one location," said Triton Dean of Enrollment Services Mary-Rita Moore.

More than 4.000 people have attended each Future Focus, and Triton encourages community members with questions about college to stop by this year's fair. Free trolley shuttle service will be provided from Triton's parking lots to the Robert M. Collins Center.

For more information on Future Focus, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130.

Triton College Hosts One Book One Triton Kickoff Event - Sept. 16

2009-09-09T13:20:00.000-07:00

Triton College will be hosting its One Book One Triton with a kickoff set for Wednesday Sept. 16, noon and 5 p.m. in the Triton College Cafeteria, located on the west side of Triton's campus, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

You're invited to join us for the second annual event and subsequent book discussions designed to encourage a common reading experience among students, faculty, staff and the Triton College community. We want to encourage everyone's participation and provide individuals with the opportunity to read, discuss and build a sense of kinship with this year's selection - Sun, Stone & Shadows.

Sun, Stone & Shadows presents a superb selection of the finest Mexican short stories of the 20th century. There is perhaps no better way for two nations to learn about one another than through sharing their stories. The One Book One Triton kickoff will feature the music and dance ensemble Las Guitarras de Espana (noon only). Free copies of the book are available in English and Spanish to get you started. Quantities are limited.
One Book One Triton - coming together through reading and discussion of a common book.

For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3237, or click www.triton.edu/onebookonetriton.

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Triton College Hosts Melrose Park Honor Day Sept. 24

2009-09-04T08:14:00.000-07:00

Please Join Us - We're Part of Your Community!

Triton College will be honoring the village of Melrose Park from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, in the Triton College Botanical Gardens (east side of campus), 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove.

A variety of activities are planned for individuals of all ages. Bring your family and friends for an exciting evening filled with musical entertainment, refreshments and plenty of fun!

A special plaque will be presented to Melrose Park Mayor Ronald M. Serpico.

Come enjoy an evening celebration at Triton College. Admission is free and T-shirts will be given to the first 100 visitors. For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220. In the event of inclement weather, the Melrose Park Honor Day celebration will be held in the Student Center Cafeteria (west side of campus).

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RSVP Holds Volunteer Fair in Honor of National Day of Service and Remembrance

2009-09-04T07:51:00.000-07:00

On April 21, 2009, President Barack Obama signed legislation that for the first time officially establishes Sept. 11 as a federally recognized National Day of Service and Remembrance. As the nation recognizes Sept. 11 as the National Day of Service and Remembrance, the RSVP Volunteer Program of West Suburban Cook and Southern DuPage Counties is providing community residents with the opportunity to learn about how they can serve our country with a Volunteer Fair. On Sept. 11 from 9 a.m.-noon, RSVP is hosting a National Day of Service Volunteer Fair in the Triton College Robert Collins Center, Room R-221, 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove (east side of campus).

This volunteer fair will feature nonprofit organizations in the area that have a need for volunteers. It's a one-stop-shopping event for anyone looking to find a place to serve. Nonprofits will be on hand to provide information about their organizations and what types of volunteers they need. By pledging to volunteer, perform good deeds, or engage in other forms of charitable service during the week of Sept. 11, you will help rekindle the remarkable spirit of unity, service and compassion shared by so many in the immediate aftermath of the attacks. And you'll help create a fitting, enduring and historic legacy in the name of those lost and injured on Sept. 11, and in tribute to the Sept. 11 first responders, rescue and recovery workers, and volunteers, and our brave military personnel who continue to serve to this day.

For more information, call the RSVP Office at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3603 or 3835.
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Are You Unemployed Due to a Recent Layoff? You May be Eligible for Free Tuition at Triton College

2009-09-02T13:23:00.000-07:00

Triton College has received $1.6 million funding for training programs funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. These funds are awarded through POET from the U.S. Department of Labor and are managed as part of the Workforce Investment Act.

The funding allows Triton to provide training to dislocated workers and assist with their placement in sustainable wage employment upon completion of their training period. Both credit and noncredit certificate programs are represented in the menu of training programs available. Training programs are available in health, technology, hospitality, and green jobs. Participant assessment will help applicants identify training areas that align with their needs and career interests. All participants will receive training in Microsoft Office programs, as computer literacy is an increasing requirement in the workplace. All participants will also be assessed for and receive the National Career Readiness Certificate. This is an employability certificate that demonstrates to prospective employers the participant's competence-level in work-related core areas.

Here is a list of majors that program participants can enroll in at Triton as part of this program:

* Accounting Clerk
* Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
* Entry-level Baker/Asst. Pastry Chef Pastry
* Cook/Chef
* Engineering Tech. Design Certificates
* Financial Services/ Quick-books Specialists
* Medical Administrative Assistant
* Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
* Pharmacy Technician
* Phlebotomy Technician
* Office Technology Specialist
(Microsoft Office)
* Web Developer/ Webmaster
* Energy Auditor Technician
* Welding
* Dialysis Technician
* Project Management

For more information, please call the Triton College TRAC Office at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3331.

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Triton College Hosts Salute to Partnerships

2009-08-14T07:04:00.000-07:00

Triton College hosted a Salute to Partnerships event Tuesday, Aug. 4, for its K-16 partnerships. Representatives from universities, high schools and K-8 schools were invited to enjoy refreshments, conversation and live music from Triton's own jazz band - in the effort to celebrate the collaboration of the college and local educational institutes to advance student success through programs and services offered by Triton College.

The school/college partnership, which includes local private and public high schools, consists of Scholars Program, Arts Competition, Future Focus College Fair, dual credit opportunities, a variety of career and summer camps, field trips and tours for career exploration. This partnership serves to strengthen the communities outreach and touch the lives of its youth. The college's involvement will allow faculty, staff and students to positively impact the learning community by providing experiences and opportunities that support academic achievement.

"Triton College is respected and regionally accredited; we are extremely pleased to be working with Triton," said Governors State University representative, Jose Reyes. "Our University Center partnership opens amazing opportunities for students."

Triton College's University Center hosts offices for partnering four-year colleges and universities. Through these partnerships, the college offers students the opportunity to continue their higher education pursuits for select bachelor and graduate degree programs without leaving the Triton campus. Currently, there are five universities that have established partnerships with Triton College; Southern Illinois University Carbondale, National-Louis University, Benedictine University, Governors State University, and Eastern Illinois University.

"Triton College is very excited about our continuing relationship with our K-16 partners," said Dr. Patricia Granados, president of Triton College. "Promoting learning and helping students of any age advance their education in order to achieve success in a chosen career and be tomorrow's leaders is central to our mission. K-16 education institutions working collaboratively to strengthen the educational experience of their students will lead to many student successes."

For more information on the Triton College Salute to Partnership event, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.

Save October 3 for the Triton College Fall Family Fun Fest - Crafters are Invited

2009-08-07T09:04:00.000-07:00

Triton College will be hosting a day of entertainment, food, and fun on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Triton College Botanical Gardens.

Activities to engage the entire family while highlighting the college's outstanding faculty, programs, and facilities will be available. Children and parents alike will enjoy our special plantings, craft area, corn maze, pumpkin patch and more!

Crafters, you are invited to participate in the Arts and Crafts area with your specialty items. The cost is only $40 for a 6-foot craft table. Interested parties can contact the Triton College Foundation at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3730, to reserve a spot.

For more information on the Fall Family Fun Fest, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.

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Triton College Launches Nurse Re-entry Program

2009-08-07T09:02:00.000-07:00

The Triton College School of Continuing Education is pleased to announce the new RN Re-Entry Program, a nursing update/refresher course for RNs who have been outside nursing practice for years and are preparing to return. The content and structure meet state of Illinois educational guidelines and rapidly bring nurses up-to-date on current practices in order to prepare them to return to clinical settings and care for patients in medical and surgical areas.

Participants must have an active Illinois nursing license. Course topics include:

Professional Nursing Practice
Pharmacology Review
Systems Review
Care of the Client
IV Therapy
Communication and Documentation
Care of the Terminally Ill

The program is a combination of online instruction, in-person skills lab work and a clinical experience with a preceptor in a health care setting, and is designed to be completed in 12-16 weeks. The skills lab component includes 32 hours of instruction in the college's simulated nursing lab while the clinical lab component includes 64 hours in a health care facility.

For more information or to inquire about adding your health care facility to the rotation list, please contact Margaret Harp RN, MS, at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3773 or mharp@triton.edu.

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Triton College is One of 20 Community Colleges in Seven States to Join National Student Success Initiative

2009-07-01T14:26:00.000-07:00

A national initiative to help more community college students succeed, called "Achieving the Dream: Community Colleges Count" has selected Triton College as one of the 20 new colleges in seven states to join this nationwide initiative. With the addition of Triton College and the other 19 new institutions, this initiative has grown to 102 institutions in over 22 states.

Achieving the Dream is a long-term national initiative to help more community college students succeed - particularly those students who traditionally face the most significant barriers to success, including students of color and low-income. Triton's student population of nearly 50 percent minorities (16 percent African-American, 28 percent Hispanic, and 6 percent other) and the varied socioeconomic backgrounds of our students parallels those students targeted by this initiative.

"We are thrilled that Triton College has been selected to participate in such an important, ground-level effort to help students succeed," said Dr. Patricia Granados, president of Triton College. "Triton will continue to make student success a priority. As an Achieving the Dream college, our use of data will help us strengthen programs and policies. This in turn will enable Triton to better assist students to successfully complete degrees, certificates and other programs," said Dr. Granados.

" Triton is honored to be joining the Achieving the Dream initiative with peer institutions from Illinois, California, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, New York, South Carolina, and Texas," said Dr. Angela Latham, the vice president of Academic Affairs at Triton College. "The national recognition of Triton College's support of students is important, not only to our students but to our academic institution as well," said Dr. Latham.

This expansion of Achieving the Dream has been made possible with grants provided by four foundations across the country. The Lumina Foundation for Education is making matching grants to provide first-year funding for community colleges in Illinois, and four other states.

Triton has made a two-year commitment to focus its efforts on closing performance gaps among students in targeted populations. "Achieving the Dream colleges are identifying methods for increasing student success and implementing interventions to create institutional improvements for all students," said Carol Lincoln, a senior program director at MDC, Inc., the managing partner of Achieving the Dream and its national director.

"We're excited about bringing these new colleges into Achieving the Dream and continuing our tradition of providing educational and societal benefits to colleges, students and communities around the country," said Lincoln.

"Achieving the Dream colleges have proven successful at ensuring that a student success agenda is a clear strategic focus at all levels of the campus community," said Jamie P. Merisotis, president and CEO of Lumina Foundation for Education, which has been the initiative's primary funder since its inception in 2004. "We're very pleased to help provide this opportunity to additional colleges and, more importantly, to the students they serve."

Achieving the Dream helps participating colleges implement strategies designed to help more students earn degrees, complete certificates or transfer to other institutions to continue their studies. The initiative emphasizes building a culture of evidence, in which colleges use data to identify effective practices, improve student success rates and close achievement gaps.

"Participating in the Achieving the Dream initiative will move Triton College to a culture of evidence to inform decisions that will directly impact the success of students. With added support, Triton will advance the initiatives that support the retention and completion rates of students," said Dr. Granados.

About Triton College
Triton College, centered in River Grove, Ill., is located in western Cook County and serves 25 demographically and culturally diverse towns and villages in Community College District #504. Founded in 1964, Triton College is one of 48 community colleges in Illinois that play a vital role in the education and workforce preparation of the individuals and communities they serve. An integral part of the Illinois higher-education system, Triton provides high-quality, accessible, and cost-effective educational opportunities for residents of the district. The college serves over 28,000 students a year.

Triton has earned a reputation throughout the upper Midwest for its outstanding efforts to develop varied and innovative programs designed to satisfy the unique needs of its increasingly diverse constituents. Coming with a wide range of ages, backgrounds and levels of preparation, Triton students learn skills that enable them to compete successfully in the job market and to make significant contributions to business and industry, while participating in courses geared toward personal improvement, community service, and lifelong learning.

Triton College's two-year participation in Achieving the Dream began when a team of five representative from the college traveled to Austin, Texas from June 15 through June 18. The Triton team met with other teams from participating institutions from across the country and collectively discussed and planned for the implementatiaon of the initiative.

Achieving the Dream has assigned an implementation coach and data facilitator to assist Triton through this initiative.For more information about Achieving the Dream at Triton College, contact Dr. Angela Latham, vice president of Academic Affairs at Triton College, at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3630, or alatham@triton.edu for a written reply.

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Triton Salutes Westlake Scholarship Foundation as Partner of the Year

2009-06-24T08:23:00.000-07:00

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The Westlake Scholarship Foundation was honored as the 2009 Triton College Outstanding Partner of the Year at a breakfast ceremony June 9. Among the attendees, were several scholarship recipients and alumni, representatives from Westlake Hospital, Triton College board members, as well as the college's president, Dr. Patricia Granados, and staff.

The scholarship was created nine years ago to encourage less fortunate students to explore the health care profession and its different career paths. The scholarship affords students the ability to become paid employees at the hospital.

"We are here to pay tribute to the organization's key funding source, and hopefully (for our students) it leads to a viable career at Westlake," said Cheryl Antonich, the associate vice president of Academic Affairs. Antonich emphasized that the ideal goal was to "provide hope to students who would otherwise not experience hope in their daily lives." A goal that has obviously been reached considering the success stories of some of the program's alumni.

Among the alumni in attendance were Amy Prochase, Janet Hernandez, Josh Martinez, David Nickles and Eduardo Valez. These students have all undergone life changing events and have been forever positively impacted by the generous donations and support of the Westlake Scholarship Fund and have greatly benefited from the scholarship and the opportunities it has provided. Trading their usual scrubs and hospital garments for stylish dress shirts and tailored slacks, these five individuals were each allowed an opportunity to share what the program meant to them and to one alum in particular, what the scholarship meant to his family.

"My parents lost their jobs and I picked up work at the airport. I had to work and go to school, meaning I had to work more and study less," said Eduardo Valez. "With the Westlake Scholarship I was able to work and earn my degree at the same time."

Now, the peaks of his success are shared by his entire family, more specifically, with his mother. Commenting on her sentiments, Eduardo exclaimed, "My graduation put my mom in a new light. It was like a part of her graduated with me. She was excited and proud of her boy's future."

Dr. Granados briefly spoke on the bright future of the Westlake Scholarship Foundation. She spoke about the need to create a better connection with high school students to encourage them at an earlier age to pursue the benefits that a career path in the health care industry can potentially lead to.

Granados then recognized Westlake Hospital Health Careers as the "Official Partner of the Year" with the presentation of a plaque to Jane Stenske who accepted the award on behalf of Westlake Hospital.

"On behalf of the board of trustees and Triton College's faculty and staff, I thank you for helping us to fulfill our mission to prepare the community for the workforce," Granados said.

For more information on the 2009 Partner of the Year event, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3220.

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Forest Park ... Triton College is in Your Neighborhood!

2009-06-23T08:46:00.000-07:00

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On Thursday, July 23, Triton College is hosting a special information session at the Howard Mohr Community Center located at 7640 Jackson Blvd., in Forest Park. Please join us for an opportunity to speak with Triton College representatives right here in your community.

Come out and see what we have available for you. Learn about two-year degrees, certificates in various fields, financial assistance for college, short-term training programs, English as a Second Language, GED, Continuing Education courses, corporate training, professional development and more!

This event is free of charge and runs from 6-7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. To register, please call Triton College at (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130.Think Quality, Think Triton - www.triton.edu