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Allyson Smith of Canton joins the faculty at Spoon River College as a full-time agriculture teacher. She is a graduate of Canton High School, where she was a member of FFA and active in a number of FFA contests, including Soils, Agronomy, Horticulture, Electricity, Poultry, Ag Business, Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, and Forestry. She also served as president and vice-president, and remains a dedicated advocate of FFA.
“FFA is so much more than corn, soybeans, and cows,” Smith said. “And it’s often at a contest that a student finds what their interest really is.” For her, that interest was agronomy.
After graduating high school in 2015, Smith enrolled at WIU for Ag Education where she was a member of the Weed Science team, a student recruiter for the School of Ag, and also worked on the university farm under Dr. Mark Bernards. It was there she added researching to the list of things she liked doing, so she switched up her major and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Agriculture and a minor in Agronomy in 2018.
Smith then transferred to Michigan State University to work on a master’s degree. While there, she participated in extension events and had the opportunity to teach an introduction to Weed Science lab, where she discovered yet another passion. “I knew deep down that teaching was what I was meant to do.”
In 2020, Smith graduated with a Master of Science Crop and Soil with a focus on Agronomy and Weed Science. She accepted a position with the University of Missouri as a research specialist. When the teaching position at Spoon River College opened up, Smith called it her “dream job.”
“I am excited to be back in my hometown and to have the opportunity to share my knowledge and education with the future of agriculture,” said Smith.
Smith and her husband Dalton have settled into their new home in Canton that they share with their adopted dogs Bailey, Cricket, and Roscoe. When not at home, they are most likely out fishing, camping, and taking pictures.
Spoon River College is a two-year, public community college in West Central Illinois dedicated to providing students a quality education. With campuses and Community Outreach Offices in Canton and Macomb and Learning Centers in Havana and Rushville, Spoon River College serves students in a 1,566 square mile area in Fulton, Mason, McDonough, and Schuyler counties. For more information, visit www.src.edu.
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The Adult Education programs at Spoon River College include GED and Literacy, English as a Second Language (ESL), and the Adult Volunteer Literacy Program. All three rely on volunteer tutors to help the students succeed.
Cyndi Johnston, coordinator of the adult education programs at Spoon River College, is currently seeking those willing to be volunteer tutors for students in these programs. “I always stress that no special education or degree is required,” said Johnston. “Our volunteers are a diverse group of all ages and backgrounds.”
What is needed, Johnston said, is compassion and a desire to help others. “Training is provided, the hours are flexible, and the reward is the gratitude of our students and their joy when they succeed.”
Classes are at varying times on all campuses, and tutoring can be done in-person or remotely. “Volunteers are a vital part of the success of our students and our programs. Every year I panic that I won’t be able to find enough volunteers, and every year I’m grateful that willing people come forward.”
For more information about being a volunteer tutor, contact Johnston at (309) 833-6038 or email cyndi.johnston@src.edu.
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The theatre at Spoon River College has announced the cast and crew for its March 4-6 production of Here We Are: An Evening of One-Act Plays.
The company will present, for the first time in recent memory, a short series of one-act plays rather than a more traditional full-length story. The plays include “The Man in a Case” by Pulitzer-Prize winning playwright Wendy Wasserstein, “Here We Are” by novelist, poet, and Oscar nominee Dorothy Parker, and “On Tidy Endings” by Tony-award winning actor and writer Harvey Fierstein.
SRC Theatre program director Douglas Okey, a member of the SRC faculty and director of the Fierstein play, said that the spring production will be notable not just for the one-act-plays format: The Wasserstein and Parker plays will be directed by current SRC Theatre students.
Lauren Avery and Kaitlynn Tutt, both second-year students in the SRC Theatre program, are taking on directing duties for the first time on SRC’s stage. “These are two highly committed and creative theatre artists,” said Okey. “They know our program, our playing space, and many of the members of the current company.” Tutt, who has worked previously on stage and as stage manager, will direct the Parker play.
Avery, a familiar face on SRC’s stage the last two years, will take on Wasserstein, whose play is based on a short story by Russian playwright Anton Chekhov. Both students are directing as part of an academic theatre “practicum,” meaning that they are earning academic credit for their work on the show.
SRC Theatre presents its plays in the Taylor Hall Theatre on the college’s Canton Campus. Here We Are: An Evening of One-Act Plays runs March 4 and 5 at 7:00 p.m. and March 6 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 each and can be reserved using the reservations form on the Theatre page at SRC.edu or calling (309) 649-6257.
Members of the company for Here We Are: An Evening of One-Act Plays, comprising both currently enrolled students and community members, include: Lauren Avery, Melody Barnes, Oliver Dalpiaz, Destiny Evans, Aaron Haacke, Zac Hanson, Rachel Hickle, Aja Lawson, Haiden Lee, Zoe Lutes, Hunter Martin, Sydney Munson, Sienna Rader, Lily Rogers, Kirsten Seeley, Kyle Simpson, Kaitlynn Tutt, Madelynn Wilcox, and Hannah Zimmerman.
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Spoon River College is hosting a Career and Technical Education College Visit Day on Tuesday, March 1, from 9:30-11 a.m. on the Canton Campus. It is open to high school students as well as non-traditional prospective students.
“We are excited to showcase some of our training programs which lead to high-skill, high-wages, and in-demand occupations,” said Brad O’Brien, dean of career and workforce education. “We expect these occupations to be among the drivers of an economic recovery.”
Programs to be featured include Agricultural Business Management, Commercial Driver Training, Computer Information Systems, Diesel and Power Systems Technology, Healthcare Career programs, Medical Laboratory Technician, Nursing, Rail Transportation and Power System Technology, and Welding.
Information about the application process, tuition, financial aid, and student life will also be presented. Attendees will also have the option to take a campus tour, including the Snapper Villas student housing, and will receive a free t-shirt.
This event is for people of all ages who are interested in learning about the career education programs at Spoon River College. High school students should inquire with their school about using a college visit day, and letters from the College confirming their attendance at the event will be provided to those students if needed.
Face coverings are required at Spoon River College for all students, staff, and visitors.
The Canton Campus is located at 23235 N County Hwy. 22.
Posted by ONEFIRE Development on | Comments Off on Stan Cook “Give Hope” Scholarship Now Available
The SRC Foundation and Spoon River College offer a wide variety of scholarships each year to students; scholarships may be for academic excellence, for talent or skill, or for a particular profession or degree. Many of the scholarships are named after individuals who wish to continue making a difference in the lives of others, such as the Stan Cook “Give Hope” scholarship, a new award now available.
The Stan Cook “Give Hope” Scholarship is for students currently enrolled in the Spring 2022 semester, actively working toward a degree or certificate, and who have completed a 2021-2022 FAFSA. Five awards of $1,000 each will be made. Deadline to file for this scholarship is February 11, 2022.
In addition, the general application for Spoon River College Foundation scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year is now available, and the deadline to file is March 15, 2022. All potential students are encouraged to apply, even if they aren’t sure they’ll be attending in the next academic year or have already received financial aid.
Performing skill grants are awarded each year to students showing special ability or talent in the areas of Art, Drama, Athletics, Agriculture, Speech and Debate. Students receiving these grants may use the awarded funds for tuition or books. Activity sponsors in each area have specific requirements and criteria that must be met.
Students interested in performing skill grants must complete all the necessary eligibility requirements for SRC/SRC Foundation Scholarships as outlined on the application form and contact the individual sponsor regarding additional eligibility requirements.
In order to apply for any scholarship, students must have filed a 2021-2022 FAFSA.
All applications, instructions, and requirements can be found at www.src.edu/scholarships.
For more information about SRC Foundation scholarships, visit www.src.edu, contact Colin Davis at colin.davis@src.edu, or contact any Spoon River College advisor at (309) 647-4645.
Posted by ONEFIRE Development on | Comments Off on Seeking Nominations for SRC Faculty Awards – Deadline February 25
Every year Spoon River College honors three current faculty members (two full-time, one part-time) who have displayed excellence in the teaching profession by awarding them with the H. Truman Standard Award, and the Illinois Community College Trustees Association Outstanding Full-Time and Part-Time awards.
Any citizen of the college district, including current and former students, is encouraged to submit a nomination for the teacher they feel deserves special recognition. The nominations will then be used to select the recipients.
The nominations must be received by February 25, 2022, and any nominations received after the deadline will be applied to the following year’s nomination pool.
Faculty members may only be given the H. Truman Standard Award once in a seven-year period. Faculty who are not eligible this year are Laura Bandy, Dr. Andrew Kirk, Becky Leverette, Michael Maher, Beth Van Tine, and Krista Winters. However, these faculty may still be nominated and considered for the ICCTA Outstanding Faculty Award.
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Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at both their Canton and Macomb campuses on Tuesday, February 15 from 9-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 9 from 1:30-4 p.m., and Thursday, April 21, from 9-11:30 a.m.
“We’ll be showcasing our transfer education and career programs, and providing information on the degrees and the short-term certificates offered at Spoon River College. It’s the perfect time to visit the campuses and ask questions,” said Eve Zimmerman, dual credit coordinator.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with advisors and financial aid specialists, and will receive information about the application process, tuition costs, and financial aid options including scholarships, as well as student life activities, clubs, and organizations.
Tours of the campuses will be given, and will include the Snapper Villas student housing on the Canton Campus. All attendees will receive a free t-shirt.
This event is for people of all ages who are interested in learning about the transfer and career education programs available at Spoon River College.
High school students should inquire with their school about using a college visit day, and letters from the College confirming their attendance at the event will be provided.
Visit https://www.src.edu/collegevisit to RSVP the preferred date and campus. Masks are required at Spoon River College for all students, staff, and visitors.
The Canton Campus is located at 23235 N. County Hwy. 22, and the Macomb Campus is located at 208 S. Johnson Street.
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Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Fall 2021 semester at Spoon River College.
Abingdon: Brian L. Wingo, Associate in Arts degree
Astoria: Noah Gorsuch, Associate in Applied Science/Agricultural Business Management; Zachary Skiles, Welding Operator certificate
Bushnell: Sarah A. Hood, Associate in Arts degree, Tamera K. Klinedinst, Associate in Arts degree, Rosalia Lentini, Associate in Arts degree, Miah Zarello, Associate in Arts degree
Canton: Hunter Alig, Associate in Arts degree, Kyle Bates, Welding Operator certificate; Jace Vincent Dawson, Welding Operator certificate; Logan Howell, Welding Operator certificate; Kimberly Johnson, Nursing Assistant certificate; Harvey Johnson III, Associate in General Studies; Grace Mayall, Associate in Science degree, Brandon McGraw, Computer Information Technology, Cyber Security and Enterprise Computer Network Specialist certificates; Cinda L. Miller, Nursing Assistant certificate; Marie Newhalfen, Nursing Assistant certificate; Lauren Elizabeth Oldfield, Associate in Arts degree; Lydia G. Painter, Associate in Arts degree; Ella Rogers, Associate in Arts degree; Kelsey M. Trainer, Associate in Arts degree; Nathan A. Williams, Associate in Arts degree; Haley D. Woodcock, Associate in Science degree
Colchester: Joseph M. Kotraba, Associate in Applied Science/Computer Information Systems degree, Computer Information Technology, Cyber Security, Enterprise Computer Network Specialist, and Server Administrator certificates
Cuba: Tyler A. Hensley, Welding Operator certificate; Alex Oller, Associate in Science degree
Danville: Marcus Blurton, Associate in General Studies degree, Emma Bogen, Associate in Arts degree
Dunfermline: Katherine Lynn Reneau, Associate in Arts degree
Fairview: Luke Allen Stuckey, Associate in Arts degree
Farmington: Dash Anderson, Associate in Arts degree; Joah Breese, Welding Operator certificate; Colby Evans, Associate in Applied Science/Agricultural Business Management degree
Galesburg: Matthew Cox, Computer Information Technology and Enterprise Computer Network Specialist certificates; Michelle Jones, Nursing Assistant certificate
Havana: Nathaniel C. Armstrong, Basic Commercial Driver Training certificate; Kaleb J. Layton, Associate in Arts degree
Ipava: Audry E. Branson, Associate in General Studies degree; Cole Eldon Lannery, Associate in Arts degree; Kaylee Dodge, Nursing Assistant certificate; Anabelle Pratt, Emergency Medical Technician certificate
Kenosha, WI: Anthony Elijah Gates, Jr., Associate in Science degree
Lewistown: Jeremy Scott Brannan, Associate in General Studies degree; Michael Hibser, Basic Commercial Driver Training and Welding Operator certificates; Jainee Marie Sours, Associate in Science degree, Caitlin Thrasher, Associate in General Studies degree; Maddison Brown, Medical Transcription certificate
Macomb: Michael Gibson, Basic Commercial Driver Training certificate; Casey Lee Sutton, Associate in Arts degree; Racquel Wilson, Associate in Arts degree; Hayley M. Wright, Associate in Arts degree; Chandler Lemons, Emergency Medical Technician, Kaitlyn Geltmacher, Medical Transcription certificate; Aloycius Johnson, Welding Operator certificate; Victoria Morrell, Medical Assistant certificate; Caleb Norton, Welding Operator certificate; Gabriel O’Brien, Welding Operator certificate
Marietta: Renda Milleson, Medical Assistant and Medical Coding certificates
Pekin: Ryan Albright, Emergency Medical Technician certificate
Peoria: Miranda Adriana Alvarez, Associate in Arts degree;
Petersburg: Colton Lawrence, Emergency Medical Technician certificate
Roseville: Sean McIntyre, Server Administration certificate
Rushville: Michael E. Hillyer, Associate in General Studies degree; Joseph W. Phillips, Associate in Arts degree; Daniel Austin Ray, Associate in Arts degree; Henry Mordiva, Computer and Network Technician, Computer Information Technology, Enterprise Computer Network Specialist, and Server Administrator certificates; Tyler Trone, Welding Operator certificate
Smithfield: Peter H. Howerter, Computer and Network Technician, Cyber Security, and Enterprise Computer Network Specialist certificates
St. Charles: Ryan Kampen, Emergency Medical Technician certificate
St. Louis, MO: Timothy Lee Reynolds, Jr., Associate in Science degree
Table Grove: Carson Huber, Emergency Medical Technician certificate
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Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of their academic achievement in completing 12 credit hours or more of college-level classes and earning a grade point average of 3.6–4.0 during the Fall 2021 semester. Please note that students who have designated a privacy hold will not appear on this list.
Astoria: Christina M. Kling, Joshua L. O’Donnal, Trinity L. Taylor
Avon: Matthew R. Sinnett
Bardolph: Lael J. McKee
Bath: Tayden M. Friend
Blandinsville: Joshua L. Miller
Bryant: Chelsea M. Newburn, Emily S. Wise
Burlington, WI: Mackenzie E. Stiewe
Bushnell: Jamie S. Edwards, Lillian K. Powell, Daniel J. Taflinger
Camden: Collin E. Shelts
Canton: Elizabeth M. Adami, Mason Alig, Jude C. Almeida, Breanna K. Amerine, Melody R. Barnes, Ethan M. Bender I, Skyler T. Burgard, Trista N. Buskirk, Abbigale A. DeRenzy, Allie Diefendorf, Joshua Fuller, Lukas R. Goforth, Ashley J. Harper, Alanah G. Howarter, Chelsea L. Jansen, Anna Kenser, Paige N. Kruschinsky, Jason M. Licklider, Bella S. Markley, Brandon R. McGraw, Damian L. Minder, Allison R. Mortland, Sydney K. Munson, Chloe Nelson, Isabelle G. Neville, Anna K. O’Brien, Bethany M. Pankratz, Deanna J. Patton-Spotser, Ethan M. Phillips, Khloe R. Piles I, Carson J. Powers, Allison P. Roos, Alexander D. Ruck, Mallory L. Schielein, Brady M. Sprout, Zachary A. Stremmel, Ashlyn Strob, Kayleen H. Tarter, Gage J. Wallick, Gracie L. Widger
Channahon: Jacob M. Allgeyer
Chillicothe: Jansan L. Davis
Colchester: Nathan C. Andres, Kyah J. Beck
Crystal Lake: Corrine V. Hamill
Cuba: Quentin D. Gilpin, Sloan L. Miller, Ethan L. Patterson, Carley B. Seward
Danville: Emma M. Bogen
East Peoria: Collin A. Suddeth
Easton: Dale E. DeVore
Elmwood: Will D. Hayden
Fairview: Alivia E. Hanlin, Ian J. Lister, Luke A. Stuckey
Farmington: Austin M. Marinich, Andrea G. Pollitt, Blake A. Springer, Jeanette R. Wilckens
Fiatt: Alonza W. Bradley, Isabelle E. Bradley
Fort Wayne, IN: Andrew M. Kroft
Frederick: Austin J. Dossett
Galva: Tyvin D. Hodge
Gary, IN: DaKei D. Hines
Good Hope: John R. Burton
Grant Park: Clayton J. McKinstry
Griggsville: Tucker A. Kunzeman
Hanna City: Laurel A. Keyt
Havana: Madison N. Hofreiter, Krista R. Koke, Zoey R. Lane, Tara R. McCausland, Kaley R. Meyer, Lindsey M. Morgan, Taylor F. Stockham, Colin D. Sullivan, Tory R. Wickman
Kilbourne: Kristen Nall, Resse Smith
Las Vegas, NV: McKenzy R. Wheeler
Lewistown: Clay A. Beekman, Maddison M. Brown, Kruze D. Chasteen, Robert W. Micklus, Macy D. Mikulich, Avery E. Smith, Tysin E. Stone
Lincoln: Alexander J. Bogdanic
Liverpool: Jacob E. Warren
Lockport: Jacob R. Sitterly
Mackinaw: Taylor M. Purdy
Macomb: Joshua P. Bryan, Lollita Campbell, Alexis L. Ebey, Kaitlyn R. Geltmacher, Emma J. Gilliland, Daniel K. Hammond, Diana M. Hanks, Heaven L. Hearne, Mallory A. Hoyt, Jennie R. Ismail, Matthew R. Kessler, Silvia R. Knowles, Chester Ruff, Tessa J. Sargeant I, Matthew J. Sash, Kevin R. Shelton, Luke S. Silberer, Brooke M. Smith, Grace A. Stufflebeam, Jasmine N. Zachary
Maquon: Grace A. Bridson
Marietta: Renda S. Milleson
Marinette, WI: Rachel M. Beaty
Morris: Cole M. Laurie
Oak Forest: Bradley S. Miller
Orleans, IN: Sydney L. Owens
Plymouth: Maritsa K. Wester
Roseville: Sean I. McIntyre, Sr.
Rushville: Jacob A. Berrier, Rachel A. Hackworth, Remi K. Irwin, Matthew A. Little, Joseph W. Phillips, Madison G. Stewart, Alec B. Wenger I
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S Please note that the names of students who have designated a privacy hold will not appear on this list.
Abingdon: Brian L. Wingo
Bath: Ella R. Kramer I
Browning: Jacob R. Miller, Ashley E. Strode
Bryant: Madalynn M. Whewell
Bushnell: Mollee J. Barlett, Jalyn K. Fayhee, Tamera K. Klinedinst, Dylan G. Silchack
Canton: Jacob C. Barnard, Kyle A. Bates, Lauren Brown, Jace V. Dawson, Trinity M. Friedrich, Sabrina R. Geier, Jace W. Gudzinksas, Olivia C. Hinds, Clayton J. Horner, Emily K. Love, Hunter C. Martin, Amanda McClaskey, Lauren E. Oldfield, Justin A. Rollet, Jeremy A. Skinner, Shelby J. Waddell, Owen P. Watson, Caden J. Williams
Chandlerville: Sarah A. Dyson
Colchester: Taylor A. Dimmitt
Cuba: Jenna L. Gorsuch
Dunfermline: Katherine L. Reneau
Easton: Meghan E. Riley
Fairview: Holly L. Henry, Ellie G. Quick
Farmington: Amy L. Eddy, Jill R. Ifft, Keith H. Ifft, Cole J. Riggen
Glasford: Alexa M. Reavley
Havana: Arabella M. Blakeley, Caleb M. Fleer, Lauren E. Fleer, Zoe L. Porter, Shiloh Santanna, Erin C. Smith
Industry: Rachel A. Hood
Kilbourne: Chloe S. Turner
Las Vegas, NV: Darrell E. Shores
Lewistown: Isabella N. Cooper, Brooke E. Hampton, Chelsey M. Hopkins, Luke C. Lange, Kyleigh G. Schrock, Kennedy E. Sidwell, Jainee M. Sours, Katelyn R. Wicker, Dane T. Winkler
Macomb: Michael R. DeWitt, Victor A. Gast, Zachary M. Hagmeier, Arbiana Kadriu, Benjamin E Rericha, Avery J. Rexroat, Breanna L. Rhoads, Sydney J. Rhoads, Andrew J. Rittenhouse, Jacob L. Rouse, Jessica Ruff, Nicolas A. Wilson
Maquon: Tori M. Mas, Madison S. Hickman
Millstadt: Jack M. Toenjes
Peoria: Kayla P. Case
Plymouth: Wesley J. Shelor
Rusvhille: Isabel M. Escapa, Madison R. Funke, Kinze A. Haywood, Katelyn G. Ingles, Henry N. Mordiva, Harley E. Street, Abigail G. Wright
