A CLOSE LOOK AT CTC

PUBLISHED SPRING 2015

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enrollMentbY the nuMbers 4

graduationbY the nuMbers 6

Financialdata 8

studentsuccess 10

MilitarYeducation 14

continental & international caMpuses 18

Vet success 20

eXpanding opportunities 22

inFrastructure & innoVation 27

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3rd among two-year schools

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10th for minority students

10th in family and

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13th in criminal justice

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a top degree producer in the nationCTC was named to the list of the top 100 associate degree and certificate producers in the nation for the 2013-2014 school year, compiled by Community College Week magazine.

3,885 total nuMber oF graduates

35 aVerage age oF graduates

19age oF Youngest graduate

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CTC graduate Ryan C. Sweesy

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operating reVenues

Tuition & Fees $ 44,626,464Grants & Contracts $ 16,399,578Sales & Services of Educational Activities $ 391,458Auxiliary Enterprises $ 8,883,565General Operating Revenues $ 1,461,254 total operating reVenues $ 71,762,319

non-operating reVenues (eXpenses)

State Appropriations $ 23,856,120Ad Valorem Taxes $ 11,447,915Federal Revenue $ 27,530,972Investment Income $ 961,207Other - $ 43,977

Net Non-Operating Revenues $ 63,752,237

total reVenue $ 135,514,556

operating eXpenses

Instruction $ 43,157,481Public Service $ 1,550,326Academic Support $ 9,201,209Student Services $ 11,644,559Institutional Support $ 19,834,504Physical Plant $ 7,649,127Scholarships $ 29,646,651Auxiliary Enterprises $ 7,969,714Depreciation $ 3,863,743

total operating eXpenses $ 134,517,314

reVenues and eXpenses CTC is supported by a combination of funding from the State of Texas, local property tax revenues, student tuition and fees and several other forms of revenue. These funding sources produced total revenues of approximately $135 million for fiscal year 2013-14. Instruction, plant maintenance, student services, institutional support, scholarships and fellowships made up the bulk of expenditures.

less dependence on state Funding The State of Texas supports public community colleges through a combination of apportionment, equalization and restricted grants. The proportion of state funding for Central Texas College’s budget has declined over recent years and is currently at 15 percent, among the lowest for any public community college in Texas.

Maintaining or reducing local taXes Property owners in the district contributed 13.70 cents per $100 assessed property valuation for fiscal year 2014, and 2015 marks the 23rd consecutive year CTCD’s ad valorem tax rate remained the same or was lowered. The fiscal year 2015 rate was established at 13.66 cents, providing even greater value to citizens of our tax district.

keeping student tuition and Fees loW CTC’s tuition and fees remain among the lowest in the state of Texas. The college continues to maximize revenue from alternative sources such as military contracts, grants, donations, rental of facilities, workforce development, auxiliary enterprises, fees and interest on investments. Currently, CTC has memoranda of understanding and contracts in place that generate an estimated $44 million of revenue annually.

econoMic iMpact The Board of Trustees adopted a $163 million consolidated budget for fiscal year 2014-15. CTC contributes to our community by providing more than 1,400 jobs in the central Texas area with an economic impact of approximately $200 million to the local economy through full- and part-time salaries and operating expenses.

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Fine arts The CTC Fine Arts department hosted a musical dinner theatre, “Little Fools Fall in Love,” in February. Set in a banquet hall of an old English castle, the court jester tries to find an answer to the age-old question: Why do fools fall in love? The music department also held Student Music Showcases in the spring and fall semesters as well as guest artist performances featuring local and international talent. The Drama department performed “The Odd Couple” during the spring semester and “A Streetcar Named Desire” in the fall semester. Both productions helped raise funds for scholarships. Several students were recognized for their performance in “Streetcar” and selected to participate in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival where they will compete for scholarships. Students in the Art department competed in the 35th Central Texas Art Competition held at Temple College. Winning the $150 Best of Show, or Special Juror’s Award, was CTC art student Ryan Bradyfor an ink drawing. Robert Byrd, also a CTC art student, won one of six $100 Awards of Excellence for his charcoal drawing. The 2014 Student Art Show competition was held in April and consisted of works by students in visual arts classes during the fall 2013 and spring 2014 semesters. Of the 111 pieces submitted, 88 were selected for inclusion in the show. Entries included works in art metals, ceramics, photography, digital media, drawings, paintings and Photoshop.

enactus earns grant aWards The CTC Enactus team, part of an international nonprofit organization dedicated to enabling progress through entrepreneurial action, excelled at the Enactus National Expo held in Cincinnati last April. The team scored three first place awards valued at $18,000 and earned $8,000 more in other prize winnings. CTC Enactus was recognized for its campus and community food drive efforts benefiting the Killeen Food Care Center and won several grants for reinventing an existing small woman-owned business, the Roo’s Stop restaurant in Killeen. Additional awards were garnered for a project with the Bell County HELP Center and the Families Crisis Shelter to assist women to enroll in school or obtain employment. Entrepreneurial efforts were also directed at helping two military spouses start small businesses. Enactus students also provided employment readiness and personal development training to help women break the cycle of financial dependency programs.

CTC Music student Juan Rivera

student success and persistence The Student Success and Persistence department offered numerous workshops, study groups, final exam prep, a textbook lending program and other assistance to help students succeed academically. In addition to free tutoring, the Academic Studio provides students with free com-puter use, writing assistance, research and fact-checking, study skills, resource/service referrals and quiet study space. The department also held the third annual Student Success Fair in the spring. The event is designed as an informational exchange to provide students resources to help them achieve academic success and overcome obstacles outside of the classroom which may hinder that success. The Student Success Fair featured various academic departments offering degree plan tune-ups, supplemental instruction, assistance with distance education and online learning, academic/vocation programs and tutoring. In addition, students met with school representatives and outside vendors to gain information on nutrition and wellness, financial literacy, career options, job-seeking tips, résumé support and stress management. Assis-tance and support for substance abuse and domestic/family issues and other concerns such as childcare resources and transportation were provided.

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culinarY arts The Culinary Arts department held its annual student cooking contests. In the spring, students competed in the CTC version of the cooking reality show “Iron Chef.” Teams of chefs had to prepare an appetizer, entrée and dessert using a secret ingredient in each dish. Then in the fall, student chefs competed individually in the CTC version of the cooking show “Chopped.” Individual student chefs were required to use a pre-determined list of ingredients to prepare each round (appetizer, entrée, dessert) of dishes. Judges “chopped” or eliminated students after each round until the final three students were left to prepare a dessert. From there, the ultimate winner was determined. In each competition, the winners received scholarship funds to assist with tuition for the next semester.

Flight teaMThe CTC Aviation Flight Team finished third among two-year schools competing in the 2014 National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON) event at Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. At this year’s regional event in Longview, TX, the CTC team finished as regional runner-up for the second consecutive year. CTC captured first place in the overall team flying events for the third year in a row and second place in the ground events which placed them second overall. CTC had the top two male pilots in the competition with Parker Boney capturing first place in the Top Pilot category and Caleb Jones finishing second. The top female pilot in the competition, Rohaise Firth-Butterfield, is also a member of the CTC Flight Team.

CTC Culinary student Samuel Harmon

speech teaMThree members of the CTC Speech team competed in the Phi Rho Pi National Forensic Tournament in Denver, CO, last spring. Team co-captains Brandy Alexander and Anna Gay and Katherine Hlavaty competed in a variety of speech formats including extemporaneous speaking, impromptu speaking and persuasive speech. Gay earned a silver medal in extemporaneous speaking and bronze medals in communication analysis and persuasive speaking. Hlavaty won a bronze medal in prose interpretation while Alexander earned bronze medals in extemporaneous speaking and impromptu speaking.

laW enForceMent acadeMY Central Texas College’s reopened law enforcement academy held its first completion ceremonies for students in various programs in 2014:

26 students completed the Basic Jailer course in June 2014. The three-week class prepares students to obtain jailer certification through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

CTC honored first class of 14 cadets in the newly licensed Basic County Corrections Course upon completion in March 2014.

In December 2014, the Central Texas College Police Academy held a graduation ceremony for six cadets in the Basic Peace Officer course, with admission limited to cadets who are employed as a police recruit, prospective recruit or prospective reserve peace officer who has been processed as an applicant and meet the enrollment standards for admission and licensing as a peace officer in Texas.

CTC began an Extended Basic Peace Officers course for those interested in a career in law enforce-ment in January 2015. The 10-and-a-half-month course prepares graduating cadets for the Texas state peace officer licensing examination.

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top ta schoolCTC was the second most popular school chosen by active-duty Army soldiers who use tuition assistance (TA) to pay for their higher education in data compiled by Military Times magazine. Four-year, for-profit school American Military University (AMU) of the American Public University System ranked first while last year’s number two school, the University of Maryland-University College, a public institution, finished third for soldiers. Overall, CTC was the third most popular school for all military personnel using TA with 21,662 students using TA taking 50,297 courses. CTC reported more than 16,300 soldiers, 2,200 Marines and 1,941 sailors used TA at CTC in 2013. Military Times requested tuition assistance data on students, course enrollments and funds from all branches of the military including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Army National Guard and Coast Guard. Among the other military branches, CTC ranked third for Marines using TA and seventh for Navy personnel.

top Mae schoolMilitary Advanced Education (MAE) awarded Central Texas College the designation of a Top School in its 2015 MAE Guide to Colleges and Universities, measuring best practices in military and veteran education. The Guide was released in the December issue of MAE and is available online at mae-kmi.com. The Guide presents results of a questionnaire of the military-supportive policies enacted at more than 600 institutions including private, public, for-profit, not-for-profit, four-year and two-year colleges. This year, post-secondary institutions were evaluated on their military culture, financial aid, flexibility, on-campus support and online support services. Each school’s performance rating by category is represented by an easy-to-recognize dashboard. This enables prospective students to quickly target schools that follow best practices in military education, and then put these in context with specific academic or career considerations.

college creditFor heroesThe CTC Board of Trustees approved a third option year for maintenance and support of the College Credit for Heroes system. Approximately 1,000 transcripts annually have been generated for service members through the College Credit for Heroes website. This program saves veterans time and money in fulfilling their educational goals whether they go to CTC or another Texas public institution.

recognition For MilitarY organizationsDuring the March Board of Trustees meeting, Central Texas College was recognized for being named a Purple Heart School. CTC is now one of a handful of higher education institutions in the country to receive the honor. CTC received the plaque from Earl Williams, president of the Military Order of the Purple Heart CENTEX Chapter 1876. In his letter presented to the CTC Board of Trustees, Commander Williams noted, “Central Texas College has always been a friend of the military and offered opportunities to them to complete their educational degrees in the states and overseas. I feel that designating your college as a Purple Heart College could only add to the military cohesive relationship Central Texas already maintains with the military population.” The Central Texas/Fort Hood Chapter of the Association of the United States Army presented Central Texas College the Roy J. Smith Award in 2014 for recognition as the outstanding corporate member support.

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Fort hood caMpus enrollMentfor the last academic year was more than 8,000 spread across five eight-week terms and one mini-term. Classroom courses, held in the CTC-owned class room building, are offered through out the day with a focus on lunchtime and evening classes. CTC entered into a partnership with Fort Hood and Microsoft to offer the Microsoft Software and Systems Academy program for transitioning soldiers and veterans. The 16-week program earns students 16 semester hours and includes preparation for civilian life and a job interview with Microsoft. The Fort Hood Hospitality Programs department offers hands-on cooking classes with an emphasis on baking and cooking techniques. Traditional hospitality management courses are also offered in support of degree- and certificate-seeking students. The Fort Hood campus also offers one-week management and computer courses through the Leaders Skills Enhancement program to military members for professional development and assistance with promotion points. During 2013-14, the program had more than 1,500 enrollments and conferred 32 certificates. CTC also provides library technician personnel for day-to-day administration of the Casey Memorial Library. During the 2013-14 academic year, the Military Skills Enhancement (MSE) program on Fort Hood had more than 11,000 enroll-ments. The Military Skills Enhancement program on Fort Bliss resumed in September 2014.

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continental caMpus operates at 26 sites on military installations in the continental United States, Alaska and Hawaii. In 2014, CTC expanded through new sites at Fort Campbell, KY, and Eglin Air Force Base, FL. In addition to traditional academic and vocational classroom courses, some locations offer NCO Leadership Develop-ment courses and programs. The campus also serves the Air Force Reserves and provides test center operations at various locations. The Continental Campus had more than 10,000 enrollments in the 2013-14 academic year. At Camp Pendleton, Central Texas College offers courses via CD-ROM aboard ships to deployed Marines.

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naVY caMpusCentral Texas College serves the Navy through the Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE) instructor-led and distance learning contracts. CTC as the prime contractor partners with Columbia College, Saint Leo University and Texas A&M University-Central Texas to meet the unique challenges of shipboard sailors’ edu-cational needs. Through this partnership, sailors can enroll in a wide range of developmental through graduate-level instructor-led classes. CTC provides freshman/sophomore college and academic skills courses while our partner schools provide the junior/senior and master’s level courses. Altogether, sailors may choose from more than 150 classes.

More than 250 distance learning courses are also provided by CTC in partnership with Coast line Community College, Dallas Colleges Online, ECPI University, Governors State University, Old Dominion University, Saint Leo University, Thomas Edison State College, University of Oklahoma and Vincennes University. CTC also offers classes at locations including San Diego, Hawaii, Japan, Guam and other overseas locations in Europe and the Far East, and participates in the Navy Distance Learning Partnership Program. The Navy Campus program had

4,533 students enrolled in a total of 412 NCPACE instructor-led classes and 5,258 students enrolled in NCPACE distance learning classes during the 2013-14 academic year. The college-level programs in San Diego (San Diego Naval Base and Miramar) had 2,212 students enrolled for the same period.

CTC Europe graduate Dorothy Meltonwith her proud family.

europe caMpusHeadquartered in Kindsbach, Germany, this campus operates in 14 countries on three continents including Germany, Bahrain, Belgium, Greece, Egypt, Djibouti, Italy, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Qatar, Spain, Turkey and the United Kingdom. Europe Campus offers vocational technical degrees in eight program areas and provides Functional Academic Skills Training (FAST) and Advanced Skill Enhancement Program (ASEP) for non-commissioned officers and junior officers. Central Texas College also provides Military Occupational Skills (MOS) training to NATO and U.S. military personnel. CTC was awarded a contract with the Navy, the executive agent for the Central Command (CENTCOM) Education Contract, to provide higher educational opportunities for military personnel in southwest Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The three-year contract is worth $10 million. The campus had 5,033 face-to-face enrollments in a total of 457 classes during the 2013-14 academic year. CTC recognized 131 graduates in a total of eight graduation ceremonies held at various locations throughout the year.

paciFic Far east caMpus CTC in Asia provides professional and expert traditional instruction in a wide variety of vocational technical college programs and military job-related training. PFEC regional offices are located at USAG Yongsan, Korea, Camp Foster, Okinawa and Camp Zama, mainland Japan. The campus stretches to 29 installations throughout the Pacific theater, including Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean and the island of Guam, resulting in a diverse group of military personnel, family members, Departmentof Defense (DoD) civilians and authorized members of the local communities. PFEC also conducts classes tailored specifically for military units, family members and DoD agencies such as English as a Second Language (ESL), mathematics and computer courses.

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“one oF the best colleges For MilitarY Veterans” - Military Times

For the fifth consecutive year, Central Texas College was named to the Military Times list of best colleges for military veterans. In its recently released Best for Vets: Colleges 2015 rankings, CTC was third in the category of online and non-traditional schools, up from seventh last year. The selection was based on the primary criteria of academic accreditation, whether the school has a central veterans’ office and staff knowledge on veterans’ issues. In addition, Military Times factored in veteran and military students’ success rates. At the time of the survey in spring 2014, CTC reported a military enroll-ment of 27,584 which represents an unduplicated 12-month headcount for the 2013-14 academic year. CTC also reported a graduation rate of 14 percent. CTC was also recognized for having a central office designated for handling veterans’ issues, accepting ACE credits, granting some credits for military training recommended by the American Council on Education and for its staff and academic support.

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S gi bill celebrationCentral Texas College celebrated the 70th anniversary of the GI Bill in August with a public event in the campus library. Special guest speaker was U.S. Congressman Roger Williams, House of Representatives - 25th District of Texas. Included in the presentation were success stories of veterans who have achieved their higher educational goals using the GI Bill. During the 2013-2014 academic year, more than 9,400 CTC students used the GI Bill or other VA education benefits to take nearly 30,000 courses. In the past five years, the number of students using the GI Bill and other VA benefits to fund their education at CTC increased 123 percent.

ctc-MicrosoFt cohortCentral Texas College and Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) co-hosted several achievement ceremonies to recognize transitioning active-duty service members who completed the Fort Hood and Camp Pendleton Cohort classes who are now software development and testing specialists. The cohort program prepares soldiers who plan to exit the service within the next six months for information technology careers. The students complete the coursework in 16 weeks to earn a CTC certificate of completion as MSSA IT professionals. Participants in the program are active-duty soldiers who pass an arduous selection process before their acceptance in the cohort. In addition to coursework, participants receive “soft skills” training from Microsoft to help prepare them for jobs including mock interviews conducted by Microsoft staff members. After successful completion of the program, participants travel to the Microsoft headquarters for an in-person interview.

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eVening collegeStarting with the spring 2015 semester, Central Texas College focused on offering entire degree programs through its new Evening College program. Students will be able to complete a degree or certificate program through classes offered Monday through Thursday evenings. CTC will initially offer evening courses allowing students to complete associate of arts degree programs in business administration, general studies and interdisciplinary studies; associate of applied science degree programs in business management, office technology, computer electronics and vocational areas such as welding, graphics and printing, automotive, diesel, building trades, and heating, air condi-tioning and refrigeration. Certificate of completion programs are also offered through the Evening College in business manage ment, office medical technology and the other vocational studies. Class offerings for the CTC Evening College will include classroom courses, online courses and blended courses, which combine online and classroom instruction.

earlY college high schoolCTC and the Killeen Independent School District (KISD) have partnered to form an “early college high school” program. The proposed early college high school will be located on the CTC campus but will be operated by KISD personnel. Students will begin as a cohort in the ninth grade and can earn an associate degree before high school graduation. The anticipated opening date for the ninth grade cohort is fall 2015. With board approvals by both CTC and KISD, the next step is for KISD to request the authority to operate as a separate small school within the rules and guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency which is expected to be passed by the Texas legislature early in the year. CTC will work with KISD to establish a memorandum of understanding that outlines respective responsibilities for the program.

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online high school accreditationCentral Texas College recently announced that CTC Online High School earned continu-ing accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED. This action was taken at the AdvancED Accreditation Commission meeting held in Tempe, AZ, in June this year. CTC Online High School received initial accreditation in 1973. SACS CASI provides nation-ally recognized accreditation for the purpose of continuous school improvement focused on increasing student performance. Accreditation is granted on a five-year term. To earn accreditation, schools must meet SACS CASI’s high standards, be evaluated by a team of professionals from outside the school and implement a continuous process of school improvement.

neW continuing education prograMsThe Continuing Education department added a new licensed massage therapy program in the fall. It is a 600-hour certificate of comple-tion program, which exceeds state requirements, and includes 550 hours of classroom training followed by a 50-hour internship. The program prepares the graduate to take the State of Texas licensure examination - the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards’ Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam. A passing score on the exam extends licensure to 41 states. The department also offered four healthcare career training programs this spring: Certified Nursing Aid, Clinical Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician and Veterinary Assistant. Each course offers a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on practice with supervision. Continuing Education continues to provide a variety of business, exercise, personal and professional development, leisure and arts and crafts courses. Online programs are also available in a variety of career development, language, writing and other topics.

roboticsCentral Texas College served as host for the Southwest Texas Region First Tech Challenge (FTC) Robotics Qualifier event in January. Twenty teams representing high schools and robotics clubs throughout central Texas entered the regional. Each team was responsible for designing, building and programming their robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams. Teams, which include coaches, mentors and volun-teers, were required to develop a strategy and build robots based on sound engineering principles. The competition stages short task-driven games played by autonomous and remote-controlled robots which were built in six weeks using a common set of parts and under the guidance and influence of professional engineers and mentors. Students learned from the engineers and then built a robot of their own design. The education process also included learning to use sophisticated computer software and hardware. Winners of the robotics qualifier event moved on to compete in the regional event at The University of Texas in Arlington in early March.

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capital iMproVeMentsIn August 2014, the Board of Trustees approved a budget which includes $20 million in capital improvements and major repairs to the campus in Killeen based on a recent facilities condition assessment. The approval follows the $5.8 million contract awarded to Vanguard Contractors, LP to renovate buildings 104 and 121 to enhance classroom learning environments and make technology more accessible for our instructors with the addition of 24 “smart” classrooms. The updated classrooms will be outfitted with turn-key, scalable equipment including a projector and sound system. The work also includes interior updates and new furniture along with mechanical, plumbing and electrical enhancements. As the next step in providing a safe and quality campus environment, CTC and its architect, PBK, will implement a $1 million design work project that includes the development of plans and specifications for campus-wide infrastructure improvement. Utility infrastructure includes lines servicing sewer, electrical and chilled water. PBK will also proceed with a door assessment and begin design work for a campus-wide security and access control system project. A centrally controllable electronic access control system will improve security and efficiency of building access. The project will not only provide an assessment of our current door hardware, but will develop a standard for future interior and exterior electronic access control as well as the use of security cameras.

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naeYc accreditationThe CTC Child Development Center received accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for maintain-ing compliance with the NAEYC Early Childhood Program Standards and Accreditation Criteria. In addition to meeting all required criteria, CTC had to meet at least 80 percent of assessed criteria for each of the 10 program standards. The CTC Child Development Center scored 100 percent in the pro-gram standards of teaching, assessment, health, families, community relationships and leadership and management. It also met and exceeded the requirements for the other four program standards. The accredita-tion is now valid through February 2020.

ctc Foundation scholarshipsThe Central Texas College Foundation awarded 159 scholarships in 2014 totaling $174,125. A fall reception was held in the Anderson Campus Center to honor the winners and provide them an opportunity to meet and thank community members who donated funds for the initiation and endowmentof many of the scholarships. The scholarships will be usedin the 2014-15 academic year and were awarded basedupon both academic performance and need.

Scholarship recipient Biana Nickelberry attended CTC,then transferred to get herbachelor’s degree and realize her dream of becoming a teacher.

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MaYbornscience theater The Mayborn Science Theater was awarded a bronze Telly award for its in-house pro-duction of the full-dome show “Night Catch.” The 35th annual Telly Awards honored the very best film and video productions, groundbreaking online video content and outstanding local, regional and cable television commercials and programs.

“Night Catch” was chosen from among nearly 12,000 entries submitted from across the United States and other countries in this year’s program. “Night Catch,” based on a book written by Brenda Ehrmantraut and illustrated by Vicki Wehrman, tells the tale of a father and son who play a game of catch every day. After the two are separated by a military deployment, father

and son continue to play “catch” using the North Star as a guide until dad returns home. Production of “Night Catch” was funded in part by a grant from the Sue Mayborn Foundation which enabled the Mayborn Science Theater to upgrade technology.

neW equipMentFor autoMotiVeA new Hunter Wheel Alignment System was purchased for the Vocational Skills Center to enhance student learning in the basic automotive technician and automotive system specialist certificate programs. The new equipment, which costs $29,775.13, provides up-to-date training on how to work on suspension and steering systems. It includes cabinet, computer, wide screen monitor and cameras which can be moved from bay to bay providing greater flexibility for students in the class. The new system is the same type used by local auto dealerships and repair shops and replaces a 20-year-old obsolete system.

eMs audio/ Visual equipMent A second-year option of the EMS audio/visual maintenance agreement was also exercised by the CTC Board of Trustees. The agreement covers the audio/video recording system used in the Simulation Center of the school’s Nursing department. The agreement covers all software and equipment maintenance at a cost of $46,007.53. The equipment allows students to work in the simulation lab and be monitored, instructed and critiqued by an instructor during any mock procedure. Students can then review a video of their performance to enhance the learning process.

eagleMailBeginning in the fall 2014 semester, Central Texas College provides a CTC-specific new email address for all its students worldwide. Known as EagleMail, students are assigned a new free CTC email account upon register-ing for classes. EagleMail is thepreferred email address for any student electronic communications from the college. The new e-mail accounts are automatically created within 48 hours of the student registering for class. All CTC students across the globe, with the exception of Continuing Education students, receive an EagleMail account. EagleMail allows CTC to communicate more effectively and efficiently with its students.

neW Website and online applicationA redesigned website and online application for admission were rolled out in February 2014. The website allows content owners throughout the college to directly edit their information, ensuring the most up-to-date information available for students, faculty and staff. The new online application streamlines the admission process for students worldwide, and allows students to apply from the comfort of their home.

loWering instructional Material costAn e-book initiative is under-way, with the goal of reducing out-of-pocket textbook costs. Several departments piloted e-books as an option for students, and departments are focusing on innovative ways to cut the cost of course materials for our students.

tech- nologY For student success As part of our Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), an online student planning tool has been purchased. The new system will facilitate student success by allowing students to envision completion of their degree. The effort is key to CTC’s QEP faculty advising initiative and will better enable students to chart their class schedules each semester and track the remaining credit hours needed to remain on track towards their degree.The Distance Education and Educational Technology Department is rolling out the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) for classroom courses worldwide. Students benefit from 24-7 access to learning materials, recorded lectures and presen-tations and interaction with fellow students.

Central Texas College is accredited by the Southern Association

of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award

associate degrees and certificates of completion. Contact the

Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,

Georgia, 30033-4097 or call 404.679.4500 for questions about

the accreditation of Central Texas College.

CONTACT:CTCD.EDU OR 254.526.7161