Equity Center to be Established at Main Campus Dr. Ann Turoczy, Kenza Glass and Andrew Johnson were awarded a Strategic Innovation Grant to establish an Equity

Center for students on campus in Schnecksville. The Equity Center will be located in ARC 305, and improvements to the space will be ongoing this academic year. We hope to have a grand opening in the spring. Below are the mission and vision statements for the Equity Center:

Mission: The Equity Center at LCCC supports and empowers students from diverse backgrounds by providing a gathering place, student programming, and facilitating access to resources that promote an equitable campus climate, a sense of belonging, and academic success.

Vision: The Equity Center at LCCC aspires to be a supportive space on campus where all students can explore, celebrate, and educate the campus community about equity from a student perspective.

Students Showcase Their TalentsThe theater class of LCCC recently presented two showings of their free

showcase titled “Showcase Time.” The performances were held on the stage in Berrier Hall’s gymnasium and were open to students, faculty, staff, friends and family.

Kutztown Honors 20-Year Partnership with LCCC’s Paralegal Program

On Nov. 20, Kutztown University hosted a 20-year celebration of the Kutztown University/Lehigh Carbon Community College Paralegal Partnership. Through this unique program, students in multiple disciplines take a number of paralegal courses at Kutztown or LCCC, resulting in a dual certificate.

Representatives from Kutztown’s executive team, as well as the dean, chair, faculty and alumni attended to acknowledge the significant contribution the partnership provides to Kutztown students. The alumni slideshow featured testimonials from students who are now in positions such as contract administrator, county solicitor, paralegal and those continuing their education.

Important Dates for December 2019

Dec. 9-14 Finals WeekDec. 11 Nursing Information Session,

4 to 6 p.m., LCCC Allentown, Donley Center

Dec. 15 Winter Session Online Classes BeginDec. 24 – Jan. 1 College Closed

Former Students Inducted into Athletics Hall of Fame

At the Homecoming game on Nov. 16, two former LCCC students were inducted into the 2019 Lehigh Carbon Community College Athletics Hall of Fame. The awards were presented by Andrew Johnson (center), athletic director.

Ryan Kline, at left in photo, was recognized for golf, which he played in 2010 and 2011 for LCCC. While at LCCC, he majored in communications. He has the second-lowest

average golf score, and tied for first in lowest single round score in LCCC history. A graduate of Kutztown High School, he transferred to Kutztown University

after LCCC to earn his bachelor’s degree in speech communications. Since college, he has played on several professional tours and works at his family-owned Sittler Golf Center in Sinking Spring, Pa.

David Behler, at right in photo, was recognized for baseball, playing for LCCC in 2011 and 2012. He majored in business administration at LCCC and is a graduate of Lehighton High School. He is the all-time leader in strikeouts for Cougars baseball. After LCCC, he transferred to Arcadia University, where be played two more seasons and earned his bachelor’s degree in business. He was an assistant baseball coach for the LCCC Cougars in 2016 and 2017. He is now a project manager in the energy industry.

Morgan Students Share Gratitude

Students, faculty and staff at LCCC’s Morgan Center filled the gratitude jar on Nov. 20. They shared pizza while discussing cognitive reframing to change their mindset from stressful thoughts to more positive alternatives.

OfficersEllen Millard-KernChairpersonChief of Staff Senator Pat Browne’s Office

Bernard “Buddy” Lesavoy, Esq.Vice Chairperson and SecretaryLesavoy, Butz and Seitz, LCCC

Richard KernTreasurer and Chair of Finance and Investment CommitteeBB&T Bank

Christopher JordanCompliance Officer 2018-19ChildWay Pediatric Services

MembersTony BoyleRetired

Kim CapersCapital Blue CrossAnnabelle B. Creveling LCCC Board of TrusteesCollege Trustees Appointee

Robin FloresCommunity VolunteerCindy HaneyVice President for Enrollment Management LCCC Presidential Appointee

Max HarrisNetizen Corporation

Jill Palazzo HewesMKSD Architects

Robert JacobsRetired

Murtaza JafferEBC Printing

David JonesNew Vision Church

Dave LobachEmbassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley

Timothy MulliganCommunities In Schools of theLehigh Valley

Ron NeimeyerAltronics, Inc.

Kent C. NewhartATA Financial Group

Dale RothDale A. Roth Architect, A.I.A.

Velia RothrockCommunity Member

Betty SmithCommunity Member

Ex officio:Dr. Ann BieberPresident, LCCC

Silvia VargasExecutive Director, LCCC Foundation

LCCC Foundation Board of Directors

Lehigh Carbon Community College President Dr. Ann D. Bieber

Lehigh Carbon Community College4525 Education Park Drive, Schnecksville, Pa. 18078

www.LCCC.edu610-799-2121

Lehigh Carbon Community College Board of Trustees

Alumni Association Board of Directors

Matthew T. Korp, ChairCatasauqua Area SD

Ann L. Thompson, Vice ChairEast Penn SD

David L. Krause, SecretaryLehighton Area SD

Samuel P. DeFrank, TreasurerSalisbury Township SD

Joseph A. AlbanWhitehall-Coplay SD

Annabelle B. CrevelingAllentown SD

Willard G. DellickerTrustee at Large

Mathias J. Green, Jr.Northern Lehigh SD

Dr. Barbara C. KistlerNorthwestern Lehigh SD

Audrey L. LarveyPalmerton Area SD

Roberta M. MarcusParkland SD

William MiracleTrustee at Large

Kenneth H. Mohr, Jr.Southern Lehigh SD

Wilmer P. Redline, Jr.Jim Thorpe Area SD

William Santore, Jr. Panther Valley SD

Jerome B. Frank, Esq.Solicitor

Michael Mauro ’07, Vice PresidentMichele Mullikin ’00, Secretary/TreasurerMegan Billowitch ’94Heather Mullen ’06Shannon Semmel-Ciamacco ’96Cheryl Fisher ‘82Jane Wilchak, LCCC

Allentown Educators

Visit LCCC Allentown School District

administrators and counselors recently visited Early College students at the main campus to see how they are enjoying the program.

ESL Classes Perform Play The literacy grant-based ESL classes came

together recently to perform a play titled, “Cesar Chavez: Champion of the American Farm Worker.” The students practiced for over a month and performed in front of a fantastic audience. A special thank you goes to Jennifer Latzgo for coordinating the play and to Tara Ondra and Emerson Straker for working with their students and helping them participate.

Career Trek to Jim Thorpe Several LCCC students recently went on a

Career Trek to Jim Thorpe to hear about business and tourism in Carbon County while riding the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. The group was joined by Kathy Henderson, director of economic development for Carbon County Economic Development Corp. As a huge bonus, John Thorpe, grandson of Jim Thorpe, entertained the group with fascinating stories about his grandfather’s life.

Administrator Presents at PA Latino ConventionMaryanell Biggica, LCCC’s Director of Site Educational Services-Donley Center, recently attended the PA Latino

Convention in Bethlehem. She spoke about her journey during a segment called Jose Talks. The purpose of Jose Talks is to engage the audience in stories that depict journeys as Latinos in the United States.

The PA Latino Convention is an opportunity to assemble the state’s professionals and emerging leaders to tackle issues impacting the fastest-growing segment of the population. Biggica spoke about her journey and how grateful she is to have the opportunity to help LCCC students fulfill their dreams.

Military Bingo a Success It was a full house for Military Bingo on Nov. 14, which concluded

Veterans Week activities during the week of Nov. 11.

LCCC Collegiate Award of Distinction LCCC has named Robert and Connie Wolf as the 2019 recipients of the Collegiate

Award of Distinction, which is determined each year by the college’s Board of Trustees. The award was presented to the Wolfs at a luncheon on Nov. 13.

The Board of Trustees selects the Collegiate Award of Distinction to recognize a person or organization for unique contributions to the community, service and dedication in support of education, and to honor those who have demonstrated their commitment to the college and its students. The award was established in 1991.

The Wolfs have been fervent advocates and supporters of the college for many years. They serve as board members on the Korea/Vietnam Memorial Board and were responsible for the construction of the United States Armed Forces Plaza on LCCC’s Schnecksville campus. Since the inception of the plaza in 2004, the Wolfs have coordinated an annual recognition event to honor and celebrate area veterans and their families. Pictured are Connie and Robert Wolf with LCCC Trustee Ann Thompson, who presented the award.

Honors Scholars Meet with President

Members of the college’s Honors Scholars program had the opportunity to meet with LCCC President Dr. Ann Bieber over ice cream twice in November. Students shared with Dr. Bieber their program of study and plans for transfer. Students also had the chance to share what they like about the Honors Scholars program and suggestions for changes.

Trexler Middle School Emerging Leaders Attend LCCC Homecoming

The Trexler Middle School Emerging Leaders, accompanied by Assistant Principal Ferdinand Surita, visited LCCC’s main campus Nov. 16 as part of the LCCC mentoring program, facilitated by Diana Sweigert, part-time sociology adjunct. Sweigert and her student mentors met with the Emerging Leaders in October and November to work on a team-identified project, talk about topics of the day, host a career development discussion and participate in a campus visit. The program concluded with a celebration.

While in Schnecksville, the Emerging Leaders and their mentors toured the campus, had lunch, attended a men’s basketball game and participated in a special career exploration program in Media Arts Sound Design, led by instructor Scott Tice.

Body Image Awareness Event Students and staff stopped by the Student Union on Nov. 19

for free eating disorder screenings and body awareness information, as well as free massages and a basket raffle.