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Friday Talks Highlights Onboarding Best Practices

The Friday Talks Business Advancement Series, a program of the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership and the 黑料天堂, will feature 黑料天堂鈥檚 Kim Sellers, Ed.D., on April 22, presenting 鈥淧utting Your Best Foot Forward: The Importance of a Strong, Comprehensive Onboarding Process.鈥

鈥淒ay one for a new employee is not only an introduction to their job responsibilities but also an introduction to the culture of the organization,鈥 Sellers said. Attendees will learn how to create a more comprehensive onboarding process that fully assimilates a new employee to their organization. Sellers will also discuss how a solid onboarding process can increase both productivity and retention.

Attend in person at the 黑料天堂 Hampton Center, 1501 W. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, or virtually at Facebook.com/OcalaCEP. The in-person event will begin with a continental breakfast at 8:15 a.m. and the presentation will begin at 8:30 a.m. RSVP to andrea@ocalacep.com.

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黑料天堂 Earns Marketing and Public Relations Honors

The 黑料天堂 Marketing and Public Relations Department was honored with a bronze award at this year鈥檚 National Council for Marketing and Public Relations Paragon Awards.

The bronze award recognizes 黑料天堂鈥檚 website, 黑料天堂.edu, for outstanding achievement in design and communication in this national competition for community and technical colleges.

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Louise Nevelson Sculpture Now on Display at 黑料天堂 Appleton Museum of Art

The Appleton Museum of Art, 黑料天堂, announces the acquisition and display of an important work by Louise Nevelson, a leading artist of the 20th century. On view for the first time, the relief box is a fine example of her recognizable sculptural interpretations of wood and the natural world and can be seen in the second-floor Modern & Contemporary Galleries through the end of 2022.

Titled 鈥淪un-Set,鈥 the work exemplifies the artist鈥檚 fascination with the play of light and shadow on various forms. The piece consists of a black rectangular box with curved, round and other geometric shapes in a grid-like assemblage. These block-like, interlocking forms of various heights are evocative of Central American sculpture that the artist saw on a 1940s visit, which set the creative idealism for the rest of her artistic career.

Born Louise Berliawsky in 1899 Kiev, Ukraine, the artist鈥檚 family emigrated to Rockland, Maine, when Louise was 6 years old. Married in 1920 to Charles Nevelson, the artist eventually left the marriage to pursue her artistic career and moved to Germany to study under Hans Hoffman. After her return to the United States, she settled in New York. Following years of poverty and critical neglect, Nevelson gained recognition in the 1950s and focused almost exclusively on her signature abstract sculptural assemblage forms. By the 1960s, she completed numerous high-profile commissions and was featured in important solo shows. Nevelson died in 1988 at the age of 88 as one of the most respected artists of the 20th century.

The Appleton Museum, Artspace and Store are open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. A campus of the 黑料天堂, the Appleton Museum of Art is located at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, east of downtown on SR 40 (exit 352 east off I-75 or exit 268 west off I-95). Parking is free. For more information, call 352-291-4455 or visit

HEERF III/American Rescue Plan Report: March 31, 2022

March 31, 2022 Report

The 黑料天堂 (黑料天堂) has signed and returned the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) Certification and Agreement Form. 黑料天堂 has used, or intends to use, no less than the required amount of funds received to provide HEERF grants to students.

黑料天堂 has been awarded $18,645,368 under the American Rescue Plan (ARP). It is our goal to reach as many students as possible and comply with all U.S. Department of Education guidelines. Under the ARP (a)(1) program, as authorized under section 2003 of the ARP, fifty-percent ($9,322,684) of the awarded funds is to be distributed to students. The other fifty percent will be used for allowable institutional needs.

As of March 31, 2022:

黑料天堂 has disbursed a total of $9,283,133 to 5,398 students under the ARP (a)(1). Funds have been disbursed in two phases in the Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 semesters.

In Fall 2021, 黑料天堂 disbursed $4,772,113 to 4,453 students (restated/see Dec. 31, 2021 report for award levels.)

  • In Spring 2022, 黑料天堂 has disbursed $4,510,620 to 4,066 students.
  • Eligible students were not required to apply to receive funds.
  • Federal Pell Eligible students received $1,540.
  • Non-Federal Pell Eligible students who are eligible for other Title IV funding received $1,000.
  • Non-Title IV Eligible students received $500.

HEERF/Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds Cumulative Report

March 31, 2022

The 黑料天堂 (黑料天堂) has signed and returned the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) Certification and Agreement Form. 黑料天堂 has used, or intends to use, no less than the required amount of funds received to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.

黑料天堂 has been awarded HEERF allocations in three phases:

HEERF I/CARES Act 鈥 Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Security Act, 黑料天堂 was awarded $5,063,708. Fifty percent of those funds ($2,531,854) were required to be distributed to students. The other fifty percent will be allowable for institutional needs.

HEERF II/CRRSAA 鈥 Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 黑料天堂 was awarded $5,063,708. The college is required to disburse the same amount in student grants under CRRSAA as was required under the CARES Act. Therefore, $2,531,854 (50 percent) of CRRSAA funds is to be distributed to students. The other fifty percent will be allowable for institutional needs.

HEERF III/ARP 鈥 Under the American Rescue Plan, 黑料天堂 was awarded $18,645,368 and is required to distribute fifty percent ($9,322,684) of the awarded funds to students. The other fifty percent will be used for allowable institutional needs.

In addition to the funds listed above, 黑料天堂 has received Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) allocations, of which $675,933 has been designated for student assistance.

Funding methodology (eligibility and funding amounts) for HEERF I, II and III awards and SIP awards can be seen at Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Required Reporting. For HEERF I allocations, eligible students were awarded HEERF funds and were instructed to submit a HEERF application for consideration for additional funds. An application process has not been used for HEERF II or HEERF III distributions. Students receiving distributions receive an email notification.

First Quarter 2022 Results:

  • The estimated number of students eligible to receive HEERF assistance is 4,226.
  • 黑料天堂 has disbursed $4,526,420 of CRSSAA and ARP funds to 4,077 students.

Cumulative Totals as of March 31, 2022:

  • 黑料天堂 has been allocated a total of $28,772,784 in HEERF grants, of which $14,386,392 must be distributed to students.
  • 黑料天堂 has distributed $14,346,841 of HEERF and $675,933 of SIP funds to a total of 9,180 students.

HEERF II/CRRSAA Report: March 31, 2022

March 31, 2022 Report

The 黑料天堂 (黑料天堂) has signed and returned the Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF) Certification and Agreement Form. 黑料天堂 has used, or intends to use, no less than the required amount of funds received to provide HEERF grants to students.

黑料天堂 has been awarded $5,063,708 under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA). It is our goal to reach as many students as possible and comply with all U.S. Department of Education guidelines. The college is required to disburse the same amount on student grants under CRRSAA as was required under the CARES Act. Therefore, $2,531,854 (50 percent) of CRRSAA funds is to be distributed to students. The other fifty percent will be used for allowable institutional needs. In addition, the institution received $427,179 in Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) funds.

As of March 31, 2022:

黑料天堂 has disbursed a total of $2,959,033 to 4,895 students under Section 314(a)(1) of CRRSSA. Funds have been disbursed in four phases:

In Spring 2021, 黑料天堂 disbursed $2,222,800 to 4,128 students (restated/see Mar. 31, 2021 report for award levels.)

In Summer 2021, 黑料天堂 disbursed $673,046 to 2,164 students (restated/see June 30, 2021 report for award levels.)

In Fall 2021, 黑料天堂 disbursed $47,387 to 37 students (restated/see Dec. 31, 2021 report for award levels).

In Spring 2022, 黑料天堂 has disbursed $15,800 to 12 students.

  • Eligible students were not required to apply to receive funds.
  • Federal Pell Eligible students received $1,540. Total student-level award may be a combination of HEERF II and HEERF III funds.
  • Non-Federal Pell Eligible students who are eligible for other Title IV funding received $1,000.
  • Non-Title IV Eligible students received $500.

This is the 黑料天堂鈥檚 final report of the student portion funds for HEERF II.

黑料天堂 Presents Spring Concerts

The community is invited to enjoy two concerts by the 黑料天堂 Visual and Performing Arts Department.

On Tuesday, April 12, the 黑料天堂 Vocal Department will present An Evening of Solos and Choral Music at 7:30 p.m. Conducted by Dr. Jason Longtin, the program will feature music from multiple eras and from around the world. The 黑料天堂 Patriot Singers will be joined by collaborative pianist Dr. John Lowe and guest artists Marina Tucker, violinist, and Sydney Keller, percussionist.

On Friday, May 13, the 黑料天堂 Wind Symphony, directed by John Ash, will present its annual spring concert at 7:30 p.m. More than 40 musicians, including current students, alumni and community members, will perform a program of time-honored musical selections.

Both concerts are free and will take place in the Dassance Fine Arts Center. For more information, visit the Events Calendar at 黑料天堂.edu or call 352-854-2322, ext. 1419.

黑料天堂, Rep. Harding and Farm Share Partner for Food Distribution Event

The 黑料天堂 will partner with Rep. Joe Harding and Farm Share for a food distribution event at the 黑料天堂 Ocala Campus on Saturday, April 16, beginning at 10 a.m. The college is located at 3001 S.W. College Road.

The food will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors should enter the campus from the main entrance on College Road and will exit on Southwest 20th Street. The distribution will be held in a drive-through format for social distancing purposes.

鈥淭here are so many Florida families in desperate need of fresh, nutritious foods,鈥 said Rep. Harding. 鈥淚 look forward to serving the community by partnering with Farm Share and the 黑料天堂 to host this event.”

Founded in 1991, Farm Share is a nonprofit food bank that supplies over 23 million Florida households with fresh fruits and vegetables. The organization partners with more than 3,000 food pantries, churches, schools and other nonprofits throughout the state to distribute food to those in need.

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Registration Now Open for Summer Art Camp at 黑料天堂’s Appleton Museum of Art

The Appleton Museum of Art, 黑料天堂, is the place to be this summer for fun, art-themed camps for ages 4 and up.

Camps are in person and appropriate for all skill levels. No experience is necessary! Registration is now open at AppletonMuseum.org. Register soon as spaces fill quickly. For questions about Summer Art Camp, contact Hollis Mutch, mutchh@cf.edu, or 352-291-4455, ext. 1613.

 

Summer Art Camp Schedule

June 6-10

  • Color Creations (Ages 4-6), 9 a.m.-noon

Inspire your child鈥檚 imagination in this color-filled camp. Sensory, fine motor and color awareness skills will be explored while creating colorful works of art! $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Sara Gurney

  • Doggy Days (Ages 7-12), 9 a.m.-noon

Have a howling-good time making art inspired by man鈥檚 best friend. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Jeanne Baines

  • Cat Fancy (Ages 7-12), 1-4 p.m.

Can you name five fun facts about cats? Look at artists鈥 interpretations of the cat throughout history and create a variety of cat-themed works of art. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Maritza Jauregui-Rodriguez

 

June 13-17

  • Superheroes (Ages 7-12), 9 a.m.-noon

What鈥檚 your superpower? Get inspiration from art, comics and movies, then create your own superhero world through painting, drawing and three-dimensional art. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Vanessa Fuller Brown

  • Beauty and the Beast (Ages 7-12), 1-4 p.m.

Create artwork inspired by 鈥淏eauty and the Beast鈥 and the Appleton鈥檚 鈥淔inding Beauty鈥 exhibition. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Carmen Rojas-Gines

 

June 13-24 (Two-Week Camp)

  • AppleTEENS Clay (Ages 12+), 1-4 p.m.

This camp is all about throwing, building, glazing and discovering the fun of clay. Learn to throw on a pottery wheel, combine it with unique hand building techniques, and explore how glazes can make a simple piece spectacular. $210 Appleton members; $245 nonmembers. Instructor: Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph

 

June 20-24

  • Storytime Art (Ages 4-6), 9 a.m.-noon

Bring timeless stories to life with a variety of art materials. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Sara Gurney

  • Florida Wildlife (Ages 7-12), 1-4 p.m.

Sea turtles, herons and feathery flamingos will be the subject of this camp. Draw, paint and sculpt these interesting animals that call Florida their home. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: E. Marie Fielding

 

July 11-15

  • That鈥檚 So Sweet! (Ages 7-12), 9 a.m.-noon

Learn about artists who were inspired by food and then create your own two- and three-dimensional delicacies using a variety of materials. Sorry, you can鈥檛 eat these works of art! $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Jeanne Baines

  • Meet the Artists (Ages 4-6), 1-4 p.m.

Through art and stories, pint-sized Picassos will be introduced to a new artist each day and practice using a variety of materials to make art. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Maritza Jauregui-Rodriguez

 

July 11-22 (Two-Week Camp)

  • Dig Into Clay Jr. (Ages 7-12), 1-4 p.m.

Learn the basics of hand building and glazing in this two-week camp. $210 Appleton members; $245 nonmembers. Instructor: Sara Gurney

 

July 18-22

  • Pop Art (Ages 7-12), 9 a.m.-noon

What is big with bright colors and fun subjects? Pop Art! Discover the Pop Art movement to create bold and exciting works of art. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Carmen Rojas-Gines

  • Painting Possibilities (Ages 12+), 1-4 p.m.

Spend a week discovering new painting techniques while creating with acrylics, watercolor and mixed media. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Jordan Shapot

 

July 25-29

  • Fashion Fun (Ages 7-12), 9 a.m.-noon

This camp is all about fashion! Imagine, design and create wearable art using a variety of techniques. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Maritza Jauregui-Rodriguez

  • Wonky Sculpture (Ages 7-12), 1-4 p.m.

Do you like to build things? This week might be for you. Work with clay, plastics and other assorted materials to make sculptures. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: E. Marie Fielding

  • Sketch It (Ages 12+), 1-4 p.m.

Love to draw? Learn about perspective, shading, realism and using color to make drawings come alive. Explore different materials like charcoal, pen and ink, and even watercolor pencil. $130 Appleton members; $150 nonmembers. Instructor: Cheyenne Chapman Rudolph

Interested in virtual options? The 2021 Summer Art Camp program was completely free and online. Camps are available to view on the Appleton鈥檚 YouTube channel. For links to each virtual camp, visit AppletonMuseum.org and select Online Resources from the Education menu.

Summer classes for adults are also available; visit AppletonMuseum.org for more information.

The Appleton Museum, Artspace and Store are open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. A campus of the 黑料天堂, the Appleton Museum of Art is located at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, east of downtown on SR 40 (exit 352 east off I-75 or exit 268 west off I-95). Parking is free. For more information, call 352-291-4455 or visit

Visual Artists’ Society Presents Summer Spotlight Exhibition

The exhibit will be on display at the 黑料天堂 Webber Gallery May 16-July 28. The Webber Gallery is located at the 黑料天堂 Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road.

The Summer Spotlight is one of two annual opportunities for Visual Artists鈥 Society members to display the works that showcase their talent and imagination. The society has more than 100 members from all over Marion County and Central Florida, including professional and amateur artists and many of 黑料天堂鈥檚 talented students. Because VAS has a varied membership, exhibits display a variety of styles and mediums, including more traditional paintings and photographs as well as 3-D objects and digital media.

The exhibit will be judged by Ronda Richley, who has 50 years of art experience both as an educator and owner of various art businesses from coast to coast. She received her Master of Studio Art degree from the University of California. Her artwork has been on display in Barcelona, Spain; the United Kingdom; Zurich, Switzerland; New York; Los Angeles and Art Basel Miami. She has judged both student and professional art exhibits. Richley was introduced to Ocala through Marion Cultural Alliance鈥檚 鈥淗orse Fever 20/20鈥 exhibit, and she recently relocated here. Her horse 鈥淪unny Daze鈥 can be found at the 黑料天堂 Vintage Farm Campus.

An opening reception and awards ceremony will be held Tuesday, May 24, from 5-7 p.m. Webber Gallery summer hours are Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and admission is free.

For more information, call 352-854-2322, ext. 1552.