2007 ANNUAL REPORT 1 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 2

Higher Education: On a Mission

OWENS COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2007 ANNUAL REPORT 1 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 2

children to aspire for success. As educators, Mission: Planning community leaders and citizens, we embrace this unique challenge. We lead the Success change in creating a “culture of educational attainment” in Ohio. Education is a rich legacy that all Ohioans can give to their The mission of Owens Community College is our heartfelt belief in the mission advances the opportunities, earnings and families and their communities. success of our students and our communities. Our mission leads us to health of the people living in our communities. explore all the possibilities of giving access to higher education. Owens Community College is committed. We promote urban high school students to be Higher Education. Our Mission. Owens Community College opens doors to learning. In 2007, we the first in their families to go to college. We partnered with Toledo Public Schools to offer evening classes at Rogers advocate adult workers to return to college and High School. We collaborated with the Lucas County Commissioners complete their associate degrees. We keep tuition to operate the Owens Learning Center within The Source in downtown affordable. We tutor and offer flexible classes. Christa Adams, Ph.D. Toledo. We invited Northwest Ohio educators and business leaders to We also provide on-site child care. We keep President our Findlay-area Campus to focus on workforce education and training reinforcing our message in all that we do. needs for the success and vitality of our region. We are Higher Education!

Owens Community College opens minds to change. Your success is our As part of the University System of Ohio, we mission. We approach challenges with creativity, and we persevere. Our will collaborate and inspire Ohioans and their

Mission Vision We believe in serving our students and our communities. Owens faculty and staff are committed to strengthening Your success is our mission. the community by providing a superior educational experience through excellence, innovation and collaboration. 1 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 2

Mission Vision We believe in serving our students and our communities. Owens faculty and staff are committed to strengthening Your success is our mission. the community by providing a superior educational experience through excellence, innovation and collaboration. 3 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 4

Police, fire and emergency medical personnel Guard Military Police Unit (Toledo) and the City of The Center For Emergency Mission: have a new resource at their disposal with the Findlay Fire Department. Preparedness Includes: opening of the Owens Community College Center • A gas station training prop Securing for Emergency Preparedness. Located on 110 The multi-million dollar facility can provide a full • A car burn/extrication prop • A burn building with a sprawling acres, this regional facility provides an array of training situations thanks to its multitude five-story fire tower the Community area for first responders to practice rescue and of training props. In addition to a mock city • A liquid propane tank recovery maneuvers on full-size training props comprised of prefabricated buildings, the facility fire trainer • A mobile flashover in a controlled environment. includes a gas station training prop, a railroad container prop tank car fire trainer, a tractor-trailer tanker fire • A railroad tank car “The mission of the Center for Emergency trainer and an aircraft fire prop, among others. fire trainer Preparedness is to provide first responders and • A tractor-trailer tanker fire trainer students with training opportunities that support The facility will also include an emergency • A confined space classroom learning through the use of state-of- operations center with classrooms and rescue area the-art educational resources,” said Wayne Seely, laboratories and a maintenance/storage facility. • A collapsed building rubble pile Assistant Professor of Law Enforcement. • An aircraft fire prop Over the next decade, the need for professionals • A shipboard fire prop Nearly 1,000 students trained at the facility from trained to handle emergency situations is expected • A mock city using prefabricated June 1 to November 30. The students represented to grow by up to 25 percent. The $20.5 million buildings with facades to simulate business and 20 agencies, including the U.S. Dept. of Health Center for Emergency Preparedness will provide residential buildings Wayne Seely and Human Services (Chicago office), the National training to help first responders meet this increase. Assistant Professor Law Enforcement

Grand Opening Donated FedEx Boeing 727 Nearly 1,000 community members and friends The facility’s donated FedEx Boeing 727 aircraft prop allows first responders of Owens attended the Center for Emergency to conduct realistic, hands-on training in scenarios ranging from bomb and Preparedness’s grand opening, which showcased drug searches to hazardous material emergencies and hostage situations. more than a dozen first responder agencies in action-packed demonstrations. 3 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 4

Grand Opening Donated FedEx Boeing 727 Nearly 1,000 community members and friends The facility’s donated FedEx Boeing 727 aircraft prop allows first responders of Owens attended the Center for Emergency to conduct realistic, hands-on training in scenarios ranging from bomb and Preparedness’s grand opening, which showcased drug searches to hazardous material emergencies and hostage situations. more than a dozen first responder agencies in action-packed demonstrations. 5 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 6

Mission: were hosted, Ball also held its annual OSHA “We have a mission to provide education to Advancing compliance training at the Center. the entire community,” says Steve Hillard, Director of Community and Corporate Community Education The $4.2 million, 24,772 square-foot facility Education. “This building has amazing houses two shop bays, two computer laboratories, potential for corporate education, training We built it; they came. Since the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new two traditional classrooms, a tiered classroom, a and community events.” Community Education and Wellness Center on the Findlay-area Campus in Multipurpose Room and a Wellness Center – all March, companies are looking to Owens more than ever for their event needs. with WiFi.

One company, Ball Corporation, has already held several events, including Wireless Internet service allows clients to use a corporate conference, at the new center. laptops in conjunction with the material being presented during their training sessions, a bonus “We were one of the first companies to use the Center,” said Tom Martin, feature many businesses are looking for. Plant Manager at Ball Corporation. “The business community has benefited from this investment.” Approximately 30 training events were held at the Center in 2007, including events for In addition to the Environmental, Health and Safety Conference, during Whirlpool and Cooper Tire. Nearly 1,000 Tom Martin which more than 100 members of the Ball Global leadership team students participated in these events. Plant Manager Ball Corporation

The grand opening of the Community Education and Wellness Center was a perfect time to showcase the exciting features of the new facility. The shop bays feature state-of-the-art technology for hands-on learning. The two classrooms are equipped with innovative computer and multimedia capability, as well as network and Internet access. The computer laboratories have the latest in computing resources for business and industry training instruction. The Multipurpose Room can accommodate more than 1,300 people and features on-site catering and the latest in innovative computer, lighting and multimedia capability. And the Wellness Center serves as a multipurpose cardiovascular and fitness area for students, employees, alumni and community members. 5 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 6

The grand opening of the Community Education and Wellness Center was a perfect time to showcase the exciting features of the new facility. The shop bays feature state-of-the-art technology for hands-on learning. The two classrooms are equipped with innovative computer and multimedia capability, as well as network and Internet access. The computer laboratories have the latest in computing resources for business and industry training instruction. The Multipurpose Room can accommodate more than 1,300 people and features on-site catering and the latest in innovative computer, lighting and multimedia capability. And the Wellness Center serves as a multipurpose cardiovascular and fitness area for students, employees, alumni and community members. 7 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 8

For a lot of students, going to college is not a matter Hannah, 21, currently works as a nurse assistant, Online Learning Mission: of desire. It’s a matter of access. Owens Community but wanted to try a new path. She heard about the In addition to bricks-and-mortar classrooms, Owens is also known College’s mission is to make access less of an issue new Learning Center from a friend. for its online offerings. In total, Improving by offering classes throughout the community – 219 classes are available online, not just on the Findlay- or Toledo-area campuses. Accounting is one of more than 30 classes offered including the Cancer Information Management Certificate, Access at The Source. Other courses include electricity, which debuted in 2007. In 2007, Owens began offering classes at The astronomy, basic algebra and public speaking. With the addition of this Source, Lucas County’s One-Stop Employment The 11,367 square-foot Learning Center provides certificate, Owens now offers seven degrees or Center in downtown Toledo, and Toledo/Lucas the region with an array of expanded educational certificates online. County Public Library branches. choices and options.

The response to this effort has been overwhelming. Highlighted features of the Center include five More than 160 students took classes at The Source academic classrooms, two computer laboratories during Fall 2007. Of those students, 83, including and a nursing laboratory, all with state-of-the-art Latasha Hannah, were new to Owens. technology and academic resources designed to enhance learning through hands-on instruction “The Source is a great location,” the accounting major and exercises. said. “I only have to take one bus to work and to 7,260 9,804 12,283 19,970 school. It’s very convenient.” 21,613 Latasha Hannah 2003 2004 2005 2006 Owens Student at The Source 2007 Accounting Major eOwens Enrollment

Online Enrollment eOwens enrollment was 21,613 in 2007, up more than 8 percent from 2006. Fall 2007 enrollment was 9,198, a 34 percent increase from Fall 2006. 7 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 8

Online Enrollment eOwens enrollment was 21,613 in 2007, up more than 8 percent from 2006. Fall 2007 enrollment was 9,198, a 34 percent increase from Fall 2006. 9 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 10

It’s not official yet, but once hydrologists with the their textbooks were given replacements at no cost; Mission: U.S. Geological Survey finish their studies, the and the Owens Faculty Association gave employees flooding that devastated Findlay in August 2007 affected by the flood a check to assist them with Helping the is expected to be the worst ever. their needs. Community Residents were displaced, schools were closed and “It was great to see everyone pitch in during this possessions were lost, but wherever they could, time,” said Judy Ennis, Executive Dean of the students, faculty and staff on the Findlay-area Findlay-area Campus. “It shows that we all truly Campus lent a hand. do live by our mission to serve our community.”

“We all came together to help one another,” The support wasn’t all on-campus – Findlay staff said Students Involved President Jenna Padron. went to Findlay High School to help restore their Give Kids A Smile “Students Involved and the campus as a whole computer system. And it didn’t end when the Oral hygiene, X-rays and fillings were are committed to supporting our community. waters receded – Student Government and the the focus of free dental appointments We are proud to help” Alumni Association collected cleaning supplies at the College as more than 150 and gift cards for flood victims. Northwest Ohio elementary and high school students’ teeth were And help they did. transformed to pearly whites during the nationwide Give Kids A Smile Day. Students Involved collected school supplies for Jenna Padron Findlay Middle School; Owens students who lost Students Involved President Photo courtesy of The Courier.

Findlay Flooding Student Government Community Support The Findlay-area Campus was set up as a Red Cross Disaster Relief Point following the devastating Student Government’s first-ever Dance-A-Thon raised more than August flood. The campus grounds bustled with Pee Wee football and soccer leagues holding $1,100 in support of Make-A-Wish. Student Government also practice and Central Middle School sixth-graders attending class. Many Findlay organizations raised funds for Relay for Life in 2007. and businesses also found meeting space on campus. And the Mormon Church used the College’s coolers for cold food storage. 9 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 10

Findlay Flooding Student Government Community Support The Findlay-area Campus was set up as a Red Cross Disaster Relief Point following the devastating Student Government’s first-ever Dance-A-Thon raised more than August flood. The campus grounds bustled with Pee Wee football and soccer leagues holding $1,100 in support of Make-A-Wish. Student Government also practice and Central Middle School sixth-graders attending class. Many Findlay organizations raised funds for Relay for Life in 2007. and businesses also found meeting space on campus. And the Mormon Church used the College’s coolers for cold food storage. 11 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 12

In another industry, inviting the competition to your “The University of Toledo advisor, Jennifer McDowell, Health Center Mission: facility might be considered foolish. But at Owens is very informative and friendly,” said Sabbagh, who In Fall 2007, the Student and Employee Health Services Center Community College, where student success is our will complete her Associate of Science degree in May opened on the Toledo-area Campus mission, collaboration goes a long way to meeting 2009 and then transfer to the University of Toledo Working with staffing provided by our students’ needs. That is why advisors from and major in nursing. “I go in to her all frazzled and University of Toledo physicians. Bowling Green State University, Lourdes College not sure of what classes to take and she always calms The medical staff is on Together and the University of Toledo have offices on the me down and answers all my questions. She knows campus to offer exams and consultations – primary and Toledo-area Campus. her job and does it well.” immediate care, physicals, allergy injections and “These advisors provide a valuable service to our Sabbagh recommends that all transfer students talk other immunizations own advisors and students in the area of transfer,” to the advisors on both campuses. and services. said Doug Bullimore, Enrollment Services Advisor. The partnership was “Often they share information about transfer “It’s so much easier on you,” she explained. “You designed to leverage scholarships and other options that are available. don’t know what transfers and what doesn’t transfer, resources and share I have heard nothing but good news from the but they do. And they’re right here on campus.” expertise for the mutual benefit of Owens students students who have used the service.” and employees. As part of the collaboration, the University of Kathy Sabbagh, Owens Express volleyball player and Toledo oversees operation and Office of Enrollment Services student worker, is one offers health services in the Kathy Sabbagh 1,030 square-foot center. Owens Student of the many students who have taken advantage of Associate of Science Major this service. Future Transfer Student

College Goal Sunday Free Flu Shots The College partnered with financial aid counselors from area institutions to help high school Through the Owens Community College and University of Toledo seniors and their parents complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at this event Health Sciences partnership, free flu vaccinations were offered to the on the Toledo- and Findlay-area campuses. Counselors came from Bluffton University, Bowling College population at the Student and Employee Health Services Center. Green State University, Davis College, Lourdes College, Stautzenberger College, Tiffin University, the University of Findlay and the University of Toledo. 11 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 12

College Goal Sunday Free Flu Shots The College partnered with financial aid counselors from area institutions to help high school Through the Owens Community College and University of Toledo seniors and their parents complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid at this event Health Sciences partnership, free flu vaccinations were offered to the on the Toledo- and Findlay-area campuses. Counselors came from Bluffton University, Bowling College population at the Student and Employee Health Services Center. Green State University, Davis College, Lourdes College, Stautzenberger College, Tiffin University, the University of Findlay and the University of Toledo. 13 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 14

within the College community, and develop a organizations. And the Owens Environmental Mission: multitude of leadership skills,” said Byers. Club, the Black Student Union and Students Involved held other fundraisers. The athletic Involving Students In addition to meeting people, building leadership teams also got on board with several of the teams skills and staying active, participating allows volunteering their time and collecting items for With more than 50 clubs and organizations and seven Ohio Community students to give back to the community. Every local organizations. College Athletic Conference sports, Owens has an extra-curricular activity year, Owens clubs, teams and organizations raise for almost every student. thousands of dollars and volunteer hundreds of “Participating in a club or organization or on a hours for local causes. team gives students the opportunity to connect to Habitat for Humanity Club And if a student can’t find a group they are interested in, new clubs the community at-large, helping various charities New Clubs & Organizations are forming all the time. Nine new clubs started up in 2007 alone. In 2007, almost every organization gave back to and outreach programs that the students have • Anime Convention Club the community in some way. Student Government a passion for,” Byers said. “It’s a win-win for • Commercial Arts Club “Owens offers a wide range of clubs and organizations in health volunteered at WTOL 11 on Election Night, students and the community as both gain valuable • Habitat for Humanity Club technology, education, activities, honor societies and special interest registered more than 50 students to vote and resources. Students get to experience the joy in • Latino Student Union Club • Owens Hospitality and areas, so there is something for everyone,” said John Byers, Student raised money for Relay for Life and Make-A-Wish. the gift of service to these charitable organizations Culinary Club Activities Coordinator. The Health Information Technology Student while at the same time developing their own • Owens Music Club Association, the Student Association for Young unique leadership style.” • Red Cross Club • Students Involved Juggling school, work, families and extra activities isn’t always easy, but Byers Children, the Student Physical Therapist Assistant • Wrestling Club says the reward is worth it. “The clubs and organizations at Owens offer Organization and the Student Nurses Association JohnJohn Byers Byers students a great opportunity to be able to meet new friends, network collected toiletries, clothes and toys for various CoordinatorCoordinator of StudentStudent Activities Activities

Academic All-Americans Owens Baseball Team Five Owens Community College student-athletes were selected to the 2006-07 Ryan Davis of Tucson, Ariz. (men’s soccer), Laura Gerkensmeyer of Genoa (women’s Twenty-eight Express men’s baseball players and coaches lent a hand Academic All-American Team by the National Junior College Athletic Association volleyball), Sarah Gerkensmeyer of Genoa (women’s volleyball), Justin McIntyre of at the Toledo Seagate Food Bank as part of the bank’s annual holiday for their outstanding accomplishments in the classroom and on the athletic Monroe, Mich. (men’s soccer) and Jeremy Sheeks of Bowling Green (men’s baseball) donation drive, “Stuff the Truck.” playing field. are among only 39 Owens student-athletes since 1994 to receive the award. 13 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 14

Academic All-Americans Owens Baseball Team Five Owens Community College student-athletes were selected to the 2006-07 Ryan Davis of Tucson, Ariz. (men’s soccer), Laura Gerkensmeyer of Genoa (women’s Twenty-eight Express men’s baseball players and coaches lent a hand Academic All-American Team by the National Junior College Athletic Association volleyball), Sarah Gerkensmeyer of Genoa (women’s volleyball), Justin McIntyre of at the Toledo Seagate Food Bank as part of the bank’s annual holiday for their outstanding accomplishments in the classroom and on the athletic Monroe, Mich. (men’s soccer) and Jeremy Sheeks of Bowling Green (men’s baseball) donation drive, “Stuff the Truck.” playing field. are among only 39 Owens student-athletes since 1994 to receive the award. 15 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 16

The talent chosen for the commercials represented Mission: a wide range of the College’s population in an effort to show that Owens is comprised of multiple campuses, schools and areas of study. It is the sum Charlie Stewart Promoting Owens Assistant of its parts – the best of many worlds. Siva Sakthivel Professor Kerry Garretson, Ph.D. Owens Professor Welding Higher Education Owens Professor Accounting and Finance The campaign, which included television commercials, Social and Behavioral When Owens Community College put its marketing campaign together for billboards, direct mail and newspaper and radio Sciences 2007, finding talent for the commercials was as easy as looking in the hall. advertising, focused on higher education values, After all, who better to testify to the College’s mission than the faculty and a theme that the faculty, alumni and students students who work and study here? were eager to talk about. Sharing their personal values and relationships to Owens cemented the Owens alumni comprised another group to appear in the marketing genuineness of the award-winning campaign and campaign, and like the students and faculty, these graduates know aligned with the values of the College. firsthand that Owens truly is a smart value for higher education. In Fall 2007, the campaign won a Gold Medallion “The faculty, alumni and students in the campaign believe in the value Award from fellow community college marketing of an Owens Community College education. That’s the importance professionals confirming that the viewing – and of Owens,” said Dr. Gary Corrigan, Director of Marketing and judging – audiences related to the people telling Communications at the College. the Owens story.

Left to right Left to right Alan Sattler – Owens Graduate, Senior Vice President, Finance/Chief Financial Officer, Natalie Chambers – Owens Student, Liberal Arts Major ProMedica Central Region Gilbert King – Owens Student, Fire Science Major Regina Woodson – Owens Graduate, Registered Nurse, The University of Toledo Amy Mullholand – Owens Student, Nursing Major Medical Center Hospital Russell Rife – Owens Graduate, Fire Chief , City of Fostoria 15 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 16

Left to right Left to right Alan Sattler – Owens Graduate, Senior Vice President, Finance/Chief Financial Officer, Natalie Chambers – Owens Student, Liberal Arts Major ProMedica Central Region Gilbert King – Owens Student, Fire Science Major Regina Woodson – Owens Graduate, Registered Nurse, The University of Toledo Amy Mullholand – Owens Student, Nursing Major Medical Center Hospital Russell Rife – Owens Graduate, Fire Chief , City of Fostoria 17 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 18

Owens student Nicholas Simmons has his eyes alumni consider joining this program. We’ve all Detective Keith Dressel Memorial Scholarship on the prize. been in the students’ shoes and can have a positive Mission: A $10,000 endowment scholarship fund impact in their development.” was established in April to honor the Continuing In addition to taking his final semester of classes, memory of Detective Keith Dressel, the 21-year-old owns his own business, participates The pilot program started in the School of who was killed in the line of duty in Big Brothers/Big Sisters, is in the Honor Society Business and Information Systems in 2007. in February. The Detective Keith Success Dressel Memorial Scholarship and is learning the corporate ropes from Tom Alumni coaches introduced their students to will be awarded for the first Daniels, his Successful Connections mentor. a professional network, provided tours of their time in April 2008 to an Owens company, involved students with professional student who aspires to a “I’ve always really wanted a mentor, someone to meetings and networking opportunities and career in law enforcement.

take me under their wings,” Simmons says. “I assisted students with career development. Owens Community am learning a lot from Tom (Daniels, TNS, Vice College Foundation President, Multi-Country Projects Inbound).” “Tom has opened my eyes to things I wouldn’t Scholarships have thought about,” Simmons says. “He’s In fiscal year 2007, nearly $100,000 scholarships were Simmons and Daniels were partnered as part of recommended books, shared his experiences awarded to students for their the Alumni Association’s Successful Connections and introduced me to people, who have in turn outstanding achievements. Program, which has a mission to connect alumni introduced me to more people. It’s a small Approximately 200 students benefited with second-year students to provide mentoring. world and I love building relationships.” from Foundation scholarships. An additional $194,000 was granted to the College for program support. Nicholas Simmons “Nicholas and I have both learned from each other,” Owens Student Marketing and Sales Major Daniels said. “I strongly recommend all Owens Detective Keith Dressel’s wife, Danielle, and son, Noah, accepted the memorial scholarship in honor of her husband.

Backpack to the Future Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship Fund Alumni Golf Classic More than 300 backpacks, 4,320 supplies and $1,200 were The Alumni Association increased the student scholarship fund The fifth annual Golf Classic presented by Sky Bank raised more collected in the Backpack to the Future Drive. The donations to more than $105,000 through efforts such as the Phonathon, than $31,000 to support the alumni scholarship programs through were given to kindergarten students in need at 11 Northwest in which over $7,600 in gifts and pledges was raised in 2007 . the Owens Community College Foundation. The funds raised will be Ohio schools. used for the Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship Fund and alumni outreach activities. 17 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 18

Backpack to the Future Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship Fund Alumni Golf Classic More than 300 backpacks, 4,320 supplies and $1,200 were The Alumni Association increased the student scholarship fund The fifth annual Golf Classic presented by Sky Bank raised more collected in the Backpack to the Future Drive. The donations to more than $105,000 through efforts such as the Phonathon, than $31,000 to support the alumni scholarship programs through were given to kindergarten students in need at 11 Northwest in which over $7,600 in gifts and pledges was raised in 2007 . the Owens Community College Foundation. The funds raised will be Ohio schools. used for the Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship Fund and alumni outreach activities. 19 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 20

appeared on the Theatre stage in 2007. Mission: And nearly 6,000 visitors attended the eight Advancing exhibitions, including “The Art of Industry” the Arts and “Faces”, at the Gallery.

Whether it’s painting, singing, dancing or sculpting, students are always The Center also hosted productions by the Toledo School for the Arts, the Perrysburg Symphony in motion at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. Artists of all Student Theater Production of Earl the Vampire types can be heard and seen honing their crafts year-round, often in and The Toledo Repertoire Theatre in 2007. preparation for the annual student theater production or art show. up and do things that you might not get to “It’s all happening right here,” Duffy Fifteen students participated in the student theater production of do at a larger university.” said. “The Theatre and the Gallery “Earl the Vampire” in Spring 2007, while more than 50 students are really important for students. participated in the student art show later in the year. Both the Center for Fine and Performing Arts You have the opportunity to see Theatre and the Walter E. Terhune Gallery, where what life would be like pursuing This kind of hands-on experience is hard to find at many colleges, but the student art show took place, also serve as a career in the arts.” theatre performance major Kari Duffy, who starred as Shana in “Earl venues for touring and exhibiting artists. the Vampire”, said that’s not the case at Owens. Thirteen national touring acts, highlighted by “You don’t get lost in the shuffle here,” she said. “They see advancing the the “Complete Works of William Shakespeare arts as part of their mission. There are more opportunities. You can step (Abridged)” and the Family Fun Sunday shows, Kari Duffy Owens Student Theatre Performance Major

Steinway Baby Grand Piano Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Owens Community College unveiled its new Steinway Baby Grand Piano in October 2007, when The new gallery promotes the visual arts on internationally known Canadian artist Michael Kaeshammer played at the Center for Fine and campus and offers a medium for students Performing Arts. Now College faculty and students rehearse on the $80,000 piano, considered and local artists to display their work. by prestigious musicians and schools to be among the finest musical instruments in the world. 19 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 20

appeared on the Theatre stage in 2007. Mission: And nearly 6,000 visitors attended the eight Advancing exhibitions, including “The Art of Industry” the Arts and “Faces”, at the Gallery.

Steinway Baby Grand Piano Findlay-area Campus Library Gallery Owens Community College unveiled its new Steinway Baby Grand Piano in October 2007, when The new gallery promotes the visual arts on internationally known Canadian artist Michael Kaeshammer played at the Center for Fine and campus and offers a medium for students Performing Arts. Now College faculty and students rehearse on the $80,000 piano, considered and local artists to display their work. by prestigious musicians and schools to be among the finest musical instruments in the world. 21 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 22

While studying abroad in Eastern Europe, Matt “As I got closer to graduating with my bachelor’s Workforce and Mission: Gall expected to expand upon the skills he would degree, I grew less and less interested in pursuing Community Services In 2007, Owens Community need for a career in government or international a career in government or international relations,” College’s Workforce and Championing relations. Instead, he made a life-altering decision. he said. “I was always interested in other countries Community Services (WCS) and learning about other cultures, but I figured met the needs of thousands “For me, the food in Europe was just as memorable out that the one thing I liked about other cultures of students looking to improve Opportunities their skills. Students came as seeing all the sights,” Gall said. “At that point, was the cuisine.” to WCS looking for skill I finally figured out that cooking was my mission enhancement for promotions in life. It was something I truly enjoyed and wanted Gall was one of a record-number of students at and for certification in order to keep doing.” Owens in 2007. Fall semester enrollment was up to explore new career paths. 6.9 percent from Fall 2006 and spring semester So he completed his bachelor’s degree in enrollment was up 3.9 percent from Spring 2006. International Studies at Miami University, Several of those students, like Gall, are coming to but instead of working for the government Owens for a career change. after graduation, the Toledo native registered for culinary arts classes at Owens. “If anyone is considering a change of careers, I’d suggest they make sure it is something they Now in his last semester of classes, Gall is excited are passionate about and willing to work hard to become a chef. He said this excitement is for,” Gall said. “Having the support of important Matthew Gall something he didn’t feel as he was about to people in your life is a major help as well. Owens Student receive his International Studies degree. Overall, if it is something you want, go for it.” Culinary Arts Major

Thriving Enrollment 2003 19,615 Students Owens Community College continues to offer products students want, evidenced by a record 20,425 2004 20,160 Students students enrolling in Fall 2007, surpassing the previous record of 20,406 from Fall 2005. Owens offers 20,406 Students more than 130 associate degree programs and career certifications, workforce training and continuing 2005 education at multiple locations. 2006 19,146 Students Enrollment 2007 20,425 Students 21 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 22

Thriving Enrollment 2003 19,615 Students Owens Community College continues to offer products students want, evidenced by a record 20,425 2004 20,160 Students students enrolling in Fall 2007, surpassing the previous record of 20,406 from Fall 2005. Owens offers 20,406 Students more than 130 associate degree programs and career certifications, workforce training and continuing 2005 education at multiple locations. 2006 19,146 Students Enrollment 2007 20,425 Students 23 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 24

Mission: Brain Gain is a big topic at Owens Community For more than 40 years, Owens has prepared Fiscal Year 2007 Revenue $98.6 Million Total College and graduates like Kelley Zolnai are students for jobs available in Northwest Ohio. State Appropriations $39,883,175 Supporting proving that there’s no place like home – in The College has a mission to promote growth Tuition & Fees $23,260,468 Northwest Ohio. in the communities it serves. Federal & Other Grants $21,479,922 the Community Auxiliary Services $8,344,801 “I got to stay in Toledo after college,” said Zolnai, In 2007, the College’s total economic impact Capital Grants & Appropriations $3,608,695 223 who graduated in May 2007 with Water Treatment was more than $ million when considering Oregon Road Overpass Project $1,964,453 Other and Safety Coordinator certificates. “I pay taxes total expenditures and using a conservative 2.1 Owens Community College collaborated Sales & Service $93,198 here. I eat here. I live here… in my hometown. multiplier to estimate the ripple effect through with the Ohio Department of Transportation, That’s what I wanted. I feel fortunate.” the local economy. Wood County, Perrysburg Township and Northwood on the federally funded Fiscal Year 2007 Expenditures $96 Million Total $6.2 million CSX railroad overpass Instruction & Research $44, 664,134 Zolnai, who is employed by the City of Toledo The College spent more than $96 million in project on Oregon Road. This project: Institutional Support $12,975,727 as a Water Control Room Operator, said Owens fiscal year 2007, and with nearly 2,000 employees, • Benefits the College with right-hand Plant Operations & Maintenance $9,933,679 gave him the chemistry, math, safety background spent a total of $59 million on salaries and benefits. and left-hand turn lanes $ 7,940,242 Auxiliary Enterprises and practical experience needed to prepare him • Improves air quality as cars are Student Services $6,793,900 for the position. In construction projects in fiscal year 2007, the not idling and waiting for trains Depreciation $ 3,815,813 College spent nearly $4 million, with a majority • Lowers operating expenses for trucks running on Oregon Road Academic Support $4,629,497 “Without going to Owens, I seriously doubt of the funds allocated to the Center for Emergency • Increases economic development Scholarships and Aid $2,714,419 Kelley Zolnai I could have passed the operator’s exam and Preparedness and the Community Education possibilities for the area Public Service $2,415,467 Owens 2007 Graduate been hired,” he said. and Wellness Center. • Improves access for emergency vehicles Institutional Research $207,887 Water Treatment and Safety Coordinator Studies

Maintenance/Safety and Security Building The new Maintenance/Safety and Security Building on the Findlay-area Campus houses offices for Security officers as well as grounds and warehouse personnel. The 8,600-square-foot facility was completed in April 2007. 23 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 24

Maintenance/Safety and Security Building The new Maintenance/Safety and Security Building on the Findlay-area Campus houses offices for Security officers as well as grounds and warehouse personnel. The 8,600-square-foot facility was completed in April 2007. 25 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 26

Gray added that the e-portfolio project has received Left to right: John C. Moore Allan J. Libbe R J Molter Mission: Vice Chair Trustee Trustee much recognition not only in the state of Ohio, but Mission: Consultant Rudolph/Libbe Inc. Pills & Packages Pharmacy also nationally. 7 years of service Founding Partner (Retired) Pharmacist Supporting 15 years of service 35 years of service Continuing Ronald A. McMaster, Ph.D. Chair John G. Ault H. Richard Rowe Other milestones in the student success initiative our McMaster Motor Company and Trustee Trustee Students Former Wood County Commissioner include becoming a Foundations of Excellence school Leadership McMaster Fuel Ltd. Edward Jones Investments President and Perrysburg Township Trustee Investment Representative Since receiving a $1.7 million grant from the U.S. and developing a new program expected to serve 14 years of service 22 years of service 3 years of service Department of Postsecondary Education to enhance and 2,500 students in the coming year. Diana H. (Dee) Talmage Jack T. Sculfort Carl R. Patterson foster student success, Owens Community College has Trustee Trustee Trustee Dillin Corporation Educator and Former Ottawa Hills G.S.W. Manufacturing spent the better part of 2007 developing a staggering “In total, by Fall 2007, this program involved Executive Vice President and School Board Member (Retired) General Manager (Retired) 5 years of service student success plan. at least 120 faculty and staff, and almost Chief Operating Officer 14 years of service 11 years of service 3,000 students,” said Dr. Jason Tetzloff, Part of that plan includes the implementation of the Director of the College’s Student Success electronic portfolio project, which allows students to Initiatives. “This program is moving the store papers, photos, video clips and other items in an College forward and making it a premier electronic format. educational institution and a leader in helping students succeed.” “In addition, the e-portfolio will allow students to showcase projects and activities that are of particular interest to Mindy Gray future employers,” said Mindy Gray, instructor of the Associate Professor pilot study course. Teacher Education

The $1.7 million U.S. Department of Postsecondary Education grant is the The Board of Trustees largest grant or gift received in the College’s 42-year history. Owens was Owens Community College is led by a talented, diverse and passionate group selected as one of only 34 academic institutions nationwide to receive the of individuals. Appointed by the Ohio Governor to six-year terms, the trustees Title III, Part A, Strengthening Institutions Grant in 2006. continue to lead the College to success through their unwavering commitment and support to the College’s Mission, Vision and Core Values. 25 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 26

The $1.7 million U.S. Department of Postsecondary Education grant is the The Board of Trustees largest grant or gift received in the College’s 42-year history. Owens was Owens Community College is led by a talented, diverse and passionate group selected as one of only 34 academic institutions nationwide to receive the of individuals. Appointed by the Ohio Governor to six-year terms, the trustees Title III, Part A, Strengthening Institutions Grant in 2006. continue to lead the College to success through their unwavering commitment and support to the College’s Mission, Vision and Core Values. 27 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 28

DIRECTORS: STAFF: DIRECTORS:

Christa E. Adams, Ph.D. John W. Christy John H. McDermott David W. Seeger M. Scott Aubry Mark N. Carr Lindsay F. Gregory Kaye L. Koevenig Ann Savage William R. Steele, NCARB Owens Community College Owens Corning The Hylant Group Great Lakes Credit Union, Inc. Foundation Legal Counsel Genoa Bank Owens Community College Owens Community College Owens Community College Scholz Design President Vice President & Assistant Vice President, Sales President & CEO Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP Vice President, President, Student Government Senior Accountant Executive Director of Director of Design General Counsel Alumni Association President Legal Counsel Mortgage Sales Manager Fund Development Susan M. Litten James W. Baehren Paul L. Meinerding T. Allen Gunn Foundation President/CEO Regina M. Woodson James H. Geers Key Bank Rasesh H. Shah St. Luke’s Hospital The University of Toledo – Owens-Illinois Debra K. Green, CAP Carolyn S. Chapman, PHR Orkin Commercial Services Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Senior Vice President The Andersons, Inc. The University of Toledo – Account Manager MRI Senior/Supervisor Heath Science Campus Senior Vice President Foundation Assistant Secretary Allison M. Schroeder Vice President of President - Rail Group Health Science Campus Technologist Registered Nurse Strategic Planning and Owens Community College The Town Center at Global Human Resources Human Resources Specialist Dr. Angela K. Jackson General Counsel John C. Moore Senior Administrative Coordinator Levis Commons Consultant Diana H. (Dee) Talmage Quality Family Eyecare, Inc. Michael W. Rickard Assistant General Manager Owens Community College Charles L. Bills Allan J. Libbe Owens Community College Trustee Educator and Former Ottawa Hills Debra K. Green, CAP Doctor of Optometry Hill Partners, Inc. Ohio Logistics and Affiliates Rudolph/Libbe Inc. School Board Member (Retired) Patricia M. Smith Owens Community College Director, Student Enrichment President/CEO Founding Partner (Retired) Owens Community College Trustee Foundation Assistant Treasurer Senior Administrative & Athletics Owens Community College Trustee James M. Murray Owens Community College Coordinator FirstEnergy R. Jeffrey Bixler John R. Zajac Senior Accountant President of Ohio Operations HCR Manor Care Huntington Bank Retired Regional Finance Manager

James F. Carter Wood County Commissioner

OFFICERS: J. Michael Wilder, Chair Thomas F. Pounds, Secretary Daniel E. Kimmet, Treasurer Ann Savage, President/CEO OFFICERS: David W. Seeger, President Christi A. Wagner, Secretary Janet M. Meacham, Laura J. Moore, Left to right Marathon Petroleum Company LLC Toledo Free Press Dillin Corporation Owens Community College Left to right Great Lakes Credit Union, Inc. Owens Corning Past President Executive Director General Counsel and Secretary President and Publisher Retired Executive Director of President & CEO Senior Global Security Specialist Fifth Third Bank Owens Community College Fund Development Assistant Vice President Director of Alumni Relations Arthur H. Smith, Vice Chair Andrea M. Gurcsik, SPHR, Steven R. Cotner, Treasurer Regional Merchant Sales Libbey Inc. Vice President Corporate Intelligence Consultants Retired TolTest, Inc. President Manager, Human Resources 27 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 28

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James F. Carter Wood County Commissioner

OFFICERS: J. Michael Wilder, Chair Thomas F. Pounds, Secretary Daniel E. Kimmet, Treasurer Ann Savage, President/CEO OFFICERS: David W. Seeger, President Christi A. Wagner, Secretary Janet M. Meacham, Laura J. Moore, Left to right Marathon Petroleum Company LLC Toledo Free Press Dillin Corporation Owens Community College Left to right Great Lakes Credit Union, Inc. Owens Corning Past President Executive Director General Counsel and Secretary President and Publisher Retired Executive Director of President & CEO Senior Global Security Specialist Fifth Third Bank Owens Community College Fund Development Assistant Vice President Director of Alumni Relations Arthur H. Smith, Vice Chair Andrea M. Gurcsik, SPHR, Steven R. Cotner, Treasurer Regional Merchant Sales Libbey Inc. Vice President Corporate Intelligence Consultants Retired TolTest, Inc. President Manager, Human Resources 29 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 30 YEAR IN REVIEW YEAR IN REVIEW

A consortium of educators and community An outspoken advocate, storyteller and More than 700 students graduated during Area basketball players learned the leaders discussed various diversity issues visionary for people living with disabilities Spring Commencement. Michael P. Bell fundamentals of the sport at the Detroit relevant to black culture as part of a Black and the culture to which they belong, served as keynote speaker while Leslie Pistons 2007 Youth Basketball Training History Month panel discussion held national lecturer Dan Wilkins spoke Black, a Business Management major, Camp held in the College’s Student Health Feb. 20. before a crowd of more than 200 at the spoke as class representative. Of the and Activities Center July 23-26. College as part of Disability Awareness 702 graduates, 195 graduated with Month activities. A wheelchair-user, honors and 21 of those earned a Seventeen Owens students, faculty and he discussed a broad range of topics, perfect 4.0 grade point average. Three students were named to the 2007 staff spent their Spring Break rebuilding ranging from disability and diversity All-Ohio Academic Team. The Ohio hurricane- and tornado-damaged homes awareness, advocacy and self-advocacy Association of Community Colleges and in the Gulf Coast area. Drywalling, painting to the importance of humor, inclusion, First generation college families learned Phi Theta Kappa International Honor and working on plumbing were some of community and seeing the big picture. how students can make a successful Society selected Renee Haas of Toledo, their tasks. transition from high school to college Deanna Hays of St. Mary’s and Joanne at the Toledo-area Campus’ new Parent Reinhart of Fostoria for third team honors. A team of nursing students and faculty College 101 program. This free program Only 50 students statewide were chosen The Information Systems Technology volunteered to provide care for some of the began in June. to receive this honor. Network Security Certificate and Degree poorest residents of several small cities in programs received national certification the Dominican Republic in March. from the Information Assurance Courseware The Early Learning Center on the Findlay- Owens partnered with 92.5 KISS-FM and Evaluation Review Committee in March. area Campus had a year of firsts. In March, FM 104.7 WIOT to offer the “The Tuition is Owens was the first college in the nation Twenty-six area police, fire and emergency the Center began accepting 2-year-olds. In Right” scholarship contest. The grand- to successfully complete the course medical professionals were chosen to June, the Center held its first-ever Summer prize winner, Jeremiah Frye of Toledo, won mapping required for certification on the receive the fourth annual Outstanding Camp for children ages 6-12. four semesters of free Owens tuition, while first attempt. Owens is only one of two Service Awards by Owens Community runners-up Gregory Staib II of Oak Harbor colleges in the state with this certification. College’s Alumni Association. The and Jerrilyn Piezer of Perrysburg each recipients were honored as part of a received one semester of free tuition. community celebration held in April.

Thousands of high school students and their The Student American Dental Hygienists’ Owens Community College’s Student Workforce and Community Services was selected parents attended College Preview Night and Association worked at the Michigan Government joined fellow students, area by Motorcycle Ohio to receive a $270,500 statewide Greater Hancock County College Night to International Speedway over the summer residents and Owens employees in paying grant to establish a Motorcycle Safety Training learn more about preparing for college while to raise money to help offset the cost of tribute to those who lost their lives in the Program in Wood County, one of only gathering information from the more than State Boards. Over the course of two days, Virginia Tech tragedy. 15 permanent training locations in Ohio. 100 colleges and universities. the students raised $2,000. Photo courtesy of Andrew Weber/Sentinel-Tribune. 29 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 30 YEAR IN REVIEW YEAR IN REVIEW

Thousands of high school students and their The Student American Dental Hygienists’ Owens Community College’s Student Workforce and Community Services was selected parents attended College Preview Night and Association worked at the Michigan Government joined fellow students, area by Motorcycle Ohio to receive a $270,500 statewide Greater Hancock County College Night to International Speedway over the summer residents and Owens employees in paying grant to establish a Motorcycle Safety Training learn more about preparing for college while to raise money to help offset the cost of tribute to those who lost their lives in the Program in Wood County, one of only gathering information from the more than State Boards. Over the course of two days, Virginia Tech tragedy. 15 permanent training locations in Ohio. 100 colleges and universities. the students raised $2,000. Photo courtesy of Andrew Weber/Sentinel-Tribune. 31 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report 32 YEAR IN REVIEW YEAR IN REVIEW

The Findlay-area Campus achieved a Student Government invited the College The University of Findlay received the The College honored American service men milestone in enrollment by surpassing and area communities to join them in 2007 Community Partnership Award at the and women at the Student Government’s 3,000 students for Fall 2007. This is the paying tribute to those who lost their lives Findlay Community Appreciation Breakfast Veterans Day commemoration event. A largest single semester enrollment ever during the Sept. 11 attack six years ago. for outstanding dedication and service to flag that flew above one of the battleships for Findlay. Visitors viewed a memorial display set up Owens Community College. The University involved in Pearl Harbor was on display. in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts was selected for providing academic Rotunda over two days in mid-September. excellence to the greater Findlay area The School of Business and Information and beyond for the past 125 years and The Findlay-area Campus Student Nursing Systems began offering three associate for its collaboration with the College. Association delivered more than 90 degree programs in Fall 2007 that can be Sponsored by the Literacy Committee holiday gifts to children at Blanchard earned completely on the weekend. Every and the Toledo-Lucas County Public Valley Regional Health Center, Wood school within the College worked together Library, author Charles Shields, who Eric E. Fingerhut, Chancellor of the Ohio County Hospital, Lima Memorial Hospital, to expand the current weekend offerings. wrote “Mockingbird: A Portrait of Harper Board of Regents, started International Mercy Hospital of Tiffin, Fremont Memorial Students can now take more than 190 Lee”, visited the College to promote and Education Week activities with a speech Hospital and Fostoria Community Hospital. classes on the weekend. encourage reading. discussing the important role international education plays in the globalization of the economy. Mr. Fingerhut (second In December, The Student Chapter The Child Care Laboratory earned accreditation Buckeye CableSystem and Buckeye from left) was joined on stage by Owens of the Phi Theta Kappa International from the National Association for the TeleSystem received the 2007 Community international student graduate Victor Diaz Honor Society and Student Government Education of Young Children in September. Partnership Award at the Toledo Community (Mexico), International Student Services urged area residents to help in the fight The Center was one of the first programs Appreciation Event for outstanding Administrator Cesar Hernandez, Owens against hunger and low literacy rates by in the country to receive this prestigious dedication and service to Owens international student graduate Ainhoa donating a canned good or book as part honor given by the recently restructured Community College as a result of their Emaldi (Spain) and Owens President of a worldwide initiative titled “Project NAEYC Accreditation system. organizations playing instrumental roles Christa Adams, Ph.D. Graduation: Feed a Body, Feed a Mind”. in developing the College’s technology and high-speed communications.

College employees donated more than More than 100 girls in grades 7-10 learned A record 558 students graduated at the 29th annual Fall Commencement $19,377 for the annual Community Giving about Web pages, iPods, 3-D animation Dec. 14 at the Student Health and Activities Center. Campaign, which benefits the United Way and more during “We Are IT”, a statewide of Greater Toledo, Findlay-Hancock County initiative created to introduce female James H. Hartung, President and CEO of the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, United Way, Earth Shares of Ohio and students to information technology served as the keynote speaker. Isawaty Kasim, an Early Childhood Education Northwest Ohio Community Shares. applications and career opportunities. Technology major, addressed the graduates as their class representative. 2007 2007 DONORS 33 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report These gifts were received during the calendar year January - December 2007. -December January year calendar the during received were gifts These any madeomissions and/orby computer forgive human please error. madea report, has been andto complete accurate provide effort every While Jeff & Kathy Bixler &Kathy Jeff Birch K. Jodie Bills Chuck Bihn Judy Beyer Robert Berenzweig Andrew Inc. Alternatives, Benefit DDS Ted Beitelschees, Inc. Bayes, Basich David Barteck Chuck Barkan-Grabiec Barbara Bardwell Kelly Bankey Mike Ballard Louis Chas. Ball Jason Baldwin Christopher Baker Cheryl 2007 Baird M. Lorena W. Baehren James Backes Terri Kids for United Dealers Auto Austin Earl Ault &Leona John Matching AT&T Foundation LMT Markiecki -Kim Massage Peace At Contractors General Associated Assaf-Orr Melanie Aschenbrener M. Ann Artressia Jennifer Armstrong Miriam DONORSARCO Angelone Jody Inc. Andersons, The Amos Linda Power Electric American Alt Kenneth Allgire Sharon Allesee Peter Mr. &Mrs. Allen Debra Exercise Pro All Alexander Eileen Aleksander &Trudy John Albright Michael & Adams Dr. Christa NEWSRADIO WSPD 1370 WIOT FM 104.7 RIVER THE 101.5 FM KISS 92.5 Gifts Program Gifts Ohio NW of Jacobus Dr. William Karen Culler Karen 772 No. Lodge Colombo Cristoforo Cress Beth Creps Merl Creps Jill Technology Course Cotner Steven Corrigan Gary Consultants Intelligence Corporate Company &Rubber Tire Cooper Cook Kimberly Connelly Dan V. Conda Joseph Ohio of Gas Columbia Inc. Colgan-Davis, Coca-Cola Clark Thomas Clapsaddle Lyle Ciecka Deborah W. Christy John Christen M. Christine Chibucos Pamela Chapman Carolyn F.James Carter Carter Neal Carson Christina Carroll Gretchen Capes Richard Campbell Christina Campbell E. Charles Camp Kathleen Cairns Patricia Byers John Butzin William Busby Bruce TeleSystem Buckeye CableSystem Buckeye Materials Engineered Brush Inc. Agency, Insurance Brooks Brodbeck Tara Britt Anne Breno M. Patricia Club Rotary Green Bowling Inc. &Paving, Asphalt Bowers Bounds K. Laurie Boose Gretchen Bohleke C. Henry Bohanan Carol Foundation Blade The Black M. Sarah Black Kay Bixler Ronald Genoa Bank Genoa Geers H. James Chapter Seaway GEAPS Rail GATX Gaskins Heather Garlow Cheryl Garbers Martha Gamble &Marsha Jarvis Gahler Kenneth Frisco Sheril Toledo of Freightliner Toledo FOX Fowler Margo Flinn J. Brenda Fletcher Chris Flechtner Eric Foundation FirstEnergy Inc. Davies, Findley Tall Timbers Findlay’s Figley Laurinda Bank Third Fifth Fields Penni Ferrara Donna Fehnrich Jennifer Fagans Maureen Evans Felicia Estep Marcia Estep Louise Eschenburg Cynthia Erhart Brian Ennis Judy Emrick Nancy Edmonson Tracy Durivage Mark Dulgar Betty Drayton S. Rebecca Dominique Amanda Doll Carol Dobelbower Dolores Inc. Services Dimech DeShetler Shirlie DeMoss Laurie Dembowski Margaret DeGoldsby L. Shirley Tom Deckelman Dawley Deborah Davis Thomas Darah Janice Equipment Dan’s Truck Daniels R. Thomas Foundation Corporation Dana Distribution Center, Inc. Center, Distribution Independent Concrete Pipe Co., Inc. Co., Pipe Concrete Independent Inc. Photo, That Imagine Foundation Works Tool Illinois Iliff John Group Hylant The Huss-Hage A. Elisa Bank National Huntington Hunt John Hultquist David Hotmer Paul Horrall Thomas Hoodlebrink Kevin Homolka Linda Foundation Charitable Savings Home Holman Kimberly Hoffman Suzanne Hernandez Cesar Henery &Jerry Vicki Heck Kay Hartsock William &E. Heck Joanna Heck Duane Hearndon Mark Hausmann &Pat Rich Hatcher Larry Hart Mike Associates Hart Harrison Thomas Harms M. Sally Harmon &Janette Richard Hansen &Amy Ron D. Hanley Peter Cooperative Electric Wood Hancock Hamstreet Darla Hamilton Lynne Hall Mary Halada Josh Gyening Brobbey Gutierrez Kristopher Gurtzweiler Janice Gurcsik Andrea Gregg Elizabeth Greer Darla Greene &Beverly Michael Green Tom &Denise Green Debbie Union Credit Lakes Great Gray Angela Grassley E. Michael Govito Mike Goedde Bernie Giesler &Carol Dave

- Amy Hansen - Amy Gerald L. Lohman L. Gerald Litten Sue F.Sharon Libby Libbe &Suzanne Allan Commons Levis Legenza Meg Lee Ruby Lee H. Rita Company Lathrop The Cadillac Chevrolet LaRiche Lapko Gene Lane Crystal Inc. Lines, Lakefront Lagger Kathleen DDS Kwasniak, James Johnson Kurfess Dr. Nancy Kujawa &Marsha Larry Kuceyeski Marie Dr. Rose Kroos Janet Kraus John Kosinski Daniel F.Connie Konzen Koke Karen Koevenig Kaye Koenig Brian Koenig David Knopf Thomas Kimmet E. Daniel Association National KeyBank Air Kalitta Kahle &Chris Ron Mix Ready K&L dba Company Kahle Parts Auto K&G Juan Joanne Jordan Angela Company Jones-Hamilton Johnson Walter Johnson Paula Johnson E. James Johnson Dianne Johnson Betsy Tom Johnoff Foundation Deere John Johannsen Darla Jezak &John Pat Surveying Jauert Jaros Susan Jacoby Maureen Jackson A. David Jackson &Thomas Angela Ivoska Bill Inglefield Jessie Mondo Mechanical Inc. Mechanical Mondo Molter RJ Mohr Terri Moan Susan Minarcin Joe Miller J. Matthew Miller Kylie Miller &Lori Ken Miller Barbara Contractors Cleaning Mid-American Foundation Arts Atlantic Mid Hospital Valley Miami Meyer &Monica Brad +Mailing Printing Metzgers Metzger Sarah Mestousis Demetris Program Match MEPAC Contractors Mechanical Meader William Meacham &Janet Dennis Foundation Family McMaster The Tom McKinch McKee Carol McGinnis Angela McGaharan S. Kelly McDonough Mark McClain Cynthia McCarthy Judith McCain Gail Mayer L. Nancy Foundation Service Rotary Maumee Matuszak Marie Corporation Chemical Master Martindale Timothy Martensen E. Burton Marshall Thomas Marczak Robert Marcis C. Richard LLC Company Petroleum Marathon Manore Debra Main Erica Mahnen Susann Mahaney James Maguire Mike Machaterre Susan Lyke Kathi Luzar Joe Lutman Jerrie Lusiak Karen Lucas Rita W. Lohrbach Gayle Association of NW Ohio NW of Association Perrysburg Rotary Service Foundation Service Rotary Perrysburg Perry Gayle Perlinski Robert Peckinpaugh A. Rudolph Paskvan &Becky Brian Palicki Nancy Co. &Equipment Supply Painters Pahl Jeffery Performance PACE &Community Workforce Owens - Employees Services Student Owens Government Student Owens Members Association Faculty Owens Athletics Express Owens Club Environmental Owens Inc. Foundation, Corning Owens Bookstore Owens Association Alumni Owens Osstifin Robert Opblinger Kenneth Club Onized O’Neill Kenneth Okeke Darrah O-I University State Ohio The Consortium Grant Space Ohio Association AgriBusiness Ohio Productions Contact Off Obarski Marcia DDS Norwalk, Keith Norton A. Karen Section- Ohio Northwest Northrup Jenny DDS Niemic, Ryan Nichols Sue Newell Michelle Newberry Gerald Nero Calley Tom Nemeth Neff Ann Ruth Neely Dave City National Technologies Business MT Mortemore A. Justin Moran Shirley Moore L. Troy Moore J. Laura Moore C. John Services Campus Findlay Trust Educational Society Welding American Bill and Debbie Schmoekel Debbie and Bill Schlembach Pamela Schenk Brian Scheiber Carol Scheffert Elisabeth Savage Ann Todd Sattler Satkowski &Roxann John Sakthivel Siva Sadin Omar Ruhlin Robert Inc. Rudolph/Libbe Collision Rowe Ross A. Richard Rodgers Thomas &O’Connell Curphey Robison, Express Roadway Rinebolt J. Richard Judge Rife Russell Rhegness A. Joyce Rettig Glenn Rensch M. Kathleen Reiter &Linda Ed Rehard Amy Reed Karen Architects RCM Rathke Debra Rardin Barbara Rakay David Rahman Ziaur SM Inc. Flooring PTX Przeniczny Pamela Provencher Marilyn Powell Alice Dr. Mary Tom Pounds Pontasch Taylor Janet Pomerson Shelley Pollauf Timothy Group Design Poggemeyer Poddany James Plotts Timothy Inc. Technologies, Plastic &Moran Plante Pitzen Kathleen Professionals Industry Piping Pinkston Debra Pietrowski Chris Inc. Services, Phoenix Peters Nancy Peschel &Sue Joe Machine Perrysburg & Employers Toledo Area Insulators JATC/Local #45 JATC/Local Insulators Area Toledo #948 JATC/Local Glaziers Area Toledo & Mason Cement Area Toledo Tinney Harry Tincher Anne Elevator ThyssenKrupp Thompson Peggy Tesnow Larry Tello Elaine Team Sports TADSCO Co. &Supply Tool T&S Inc. Sales, Uniform Superior &Toni Sturton Keith Stokes Jason Stilwill Kristi Steele William Stacy Linda 11370 CNo. Kof Joseph St. Inc. SSOE, Sprowls Michael Inc. Technologies, Spec-Weld Soltesz John Snyder E. Joel Smith Sarah Smith M. Patricia Smith B. Marghretta Smith Jessica Smith Douglas Smith Christine Smith &Connie Art Skillshot Tom Skees Siravo Dave Sink Thomas Silvers Dan Shuster S. S. Denise LLP &Kendrick Loop Shumaker, Shultz Ed Shuff Deborah Sherman Terry Shah Rasesh Shaffer Stephen Setliff Constance Service Consulting Seeger See Joshua Sculfort Jack Schultz Cathy Schulte Kelly Schroeder &Nick Allison Schmuhl Mike Plasterers JATC/Local #886 JATC/Local Plasterers

Stephanie Zylka Stephanie Zubricky James Zollars Justin Zang Debra Young L. Thomas Young George York Jennifer Yackee Dr. Grace Wurzell Brenda Union Credit Federal Woodco Woodard Andy Family Wolfe The Winter L. Jamie Winckowski David Service Industrial Williams Williams Carrie Willford Kimberly Wilder Michael J. Wickham Brent Whitaker Ruth West Denis Werner &Sharon John Welch John Vivian Weaver Dennis Wasylyshyn Mark Warner Rose Ward &Gregg Chris Wannemacher Susan Walsh Maud Wal-Mart Walker Verne Wagner-Sieczkowski Nancy VanGorder Robin F. Dore Van Marian Service Parcel United Company Tank Car Union Unger Paul Turigliatto John Toledo of Company Trust The Inc. &Tool, Machine Transitional Torda Darlene Torda J. Arthur Inc. TolTest, Tolford M. Patricia Association Radio Mobile Toledo Press Free Toledo The Inc. Foundation, Community Toledo Charitable Foundation Charitable Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report

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2007 DONORS 2007 2007 DONORS 33 Owens Community College 2007 Annual Report These gifts were received during the calendar year January - December 2007. -December January year calendar the during received were gifts These any madeomissions and/orby computer forgive human please error. madea report, has been andto complete accurate provide effort every While Jeff & Kathy Bixler &Kathy Jeff Birch K. Jodie Bills Chuck Bihn Judy Beyer Robert Berenzweig Andrew Inc. Alternatives, Benefit DDS Ted Beitelschees, Inc. Bayes, Basich David Barteck Chuck Barkan-Grabiec Barbara Bardwell Kelly Bankey Mike Ballard Louis Chas. Ball Jason Baldwin Christopher Baker Cheryl 2007 Baird M. Lorena W. Baehren James Backes Terri Kids for United Dealers Auto Austin Earl Ault &Leona John Matching AT&T Foundation LMT Markiecki -Kim Massage Peace At Contractors General Associated Assaf-Orr Melanie Aschenbrener M. Ann Artressia Jennifer Armstrong Miriam DONORSARCO Angelone Jody Inc. Andersons, The Amos Linda Power Electric American Alt Kenneth Allgire Sharon Allesee Peter Mr. &Mrs. Allen Debra Exercise Pro All Alexander Eileen Aleksander &Trudy John Albright Michael & Adams Dr. Christa NEWSRADIO WSPD 1370 WIOT FM 104.7 RIVER THE 101.5 FM KISS 92.5 Gifts Program Gifts Ohio NW of Jacobus Dr. William Karen Culler Karen 772 No. Lodge Colombo Cristoforo Cress Beth Creps Merl Creps Jill Technology Course Cotner Steven Corrigan Gary Consultants Intelligence Corporate Company &Rubber Tire Cooper Cook Kimberly Connelly Dan V. Conda Joseph Ohio of Gas Columbia Inc. Colgan-Davis, Coca-Cola Clark Thomas Clapsaddle Lyle Ciecka Deborah W. Christy John Christen M. Christine Chibucos Pamela Chapman Carolyn F.James Carter Carter Neal Carson Christina Carroll Gretchen Capes Richard Campbell Christina Campbell E. Charles Camp Kathleen Cairns Patricia Byers John Butzin William Busby Bruce TeleSystem Buckeye CableSystem Buckeye Materials Engineered Brush Inc. Agency, Insurance Brooks Brodbeck Tara Britt Anne Breno M. Patricia Club Rotary Green Bowling Inc. &Paving, Asphalt Bowers Bounds K. Laurie Boose Gretchen Bohleke C. Henry Bohanan Carol Foundation Blade The Black M. Sarah Black Kay Bixler Ronald Genoa Bank Genoa Geers H. James Chapter Seaway GEAPS Rail GATX Gaskins Heather Garlow Cheryl Garbers Martha Gamble &Marsha Jarvis Gahler Kenneth Frisco Sheril Toledo of Freightliner Toledo FOX Fowler Margo Flinn J. Brenda Fletcher Chris Flechtner Eric Foundation FirstEnergy Inc. Davies, Findley Tall Timbers Findlay’s Figley Laurinda Bank Third Fifth Fields Penni Ferrara Donna Fehnrich Jennifer Fagans Maureen Evans Felicia Estep Marcia Estep Louise Eschenburg Cynthia Erhart Brian Ennis Judy Emrick Nancy Edmonson Tracy Durivage Mark Dulgar Betty Drayton S. Rebecca Dominique Amanda Doll Carol Dobelbower Dolores Inc. Services Dimech DeShetler Shirlie DeMoss Laurie Dembowski Margaret DeGoldsby L. Shirley Tom Deckelman Dawley Deborah Davis Thomas Darah Janice Equipment Dan’s Truck Daniels R. Thomas Foundation Corporation Dana Distribution Center, Inc. Center, Distribution Independent Concrete Pipe Co., Inc. Co., Pipe Concrete Independent Inc. Photo, That Imagine Foundation Works Tool Illinois Iliff John Group Hylant The Huss-Hage A. Elisa Bank National Huntington Hunt John Hultquist David Hotmer Paul Horrall Thomas Hoodlebrink Kevin Homolka Linda Foundation Charitable Savings Home Holman Kimberly Hoffman Suzanne Hernandez Cesar Henery &Jerry Vicki Heck Kay Hartsock William &E. Heck Joanna Heck Duane Hearndon Mark Hausmann &Pat Rich Hatcher Larry Hart Mike Associates Hart Harrison Thomas Harms M. Sally Harmon &Janette Richard Hansen &Amy Ron D. Hanley Peter Cooperative Electric Wood Hancock Hamstreet Darla Hamilton Lynne Hall Mary Halada Josh Gyening Brobbey Gutierrez Kristopher Gurtzweiler Janice Gurcsik Andrea Gregg Elizabeth Greer Darla Greene &Beverly Michael Green Tom &Denise Green Debbie Union Credit Lakes Great Gray Angela Grassley E. Michael Govito Mike Goedde Bernie Giesler &Carol Dave

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