Spring IS Here at CCC!

2012 is here and so is the spring semester! Now is the time to register at Clinton Community College if you are interested in taking classes during spring semester. Give us a call at CCC – 563-244-7001 – to schedule an appointment with an advisor and get on track to a new career, finishing your education, or expanding your interests.

2012 Spring Semester Calendar:

January 17 Classes Begin

March 12 – 16 Spring Break

April 6 College Closed

April 17 Advising Day

May 11 – 15 Final Exams

May 15 CCC Commencement

May 16 Term Ends

Successful Futures Start HERE at Clinton Community College!

Ready to B-RRRY SCURRY?

Clinton Community College

B-RRRY SCURRY 4-Mile Run

Saturday, February 4, 2012

Noon

Clinton Community College

1000 Lincoln Blvd., Clinton

Register at www.eicc.edu/brrry

The B-rrry Scurry IS the greatest little race in the Midwest. Nearly 800 runners and walkers know that and YOU can, too! Clinton Community College will celebrate the 31st Annual B-rrry Scurry 4-mile race on Saturday, February 4, 2012. This is one of the area’s favorite winter events and all runners and walkers are invited to join the fun! LIKE our Facebook page and see pictures of past races including a great video of B-rrry and B-ronda dancing together.

All participants receive the official, originally-designed TECH race shirt (runners will LOVE this shirt!), have their names listed in the Clinton Herald, are eligible for some great door prizes, free refreshments after the race, and entry into the post-race party at a local establishment.

Special medallions bearing the image of B-rrry Bear, the official race mascot, are presented in 13 age divisions for both men and women. REGISTER and begin your training for the B-rrry Scurry by visiting our web site at www.eicc.edu/brrry for a 6-week training schedule.

For more information about the B-rrry Scurry, contact Race Director Ann Eisenman at 563-244-7040 or aeisenman@eicc.edu.

Eagles, Trivia and Dancers - Oh My!

COMING TO CCC…

• Eagle Watch - Saturday, January 7, 2012

Mark your calendar for the Annual Bald Eagle Watch on Saturday, January 7, 2012. Always a family favorite, visit Clinton Community College to learn more about our majestic neighbors then tour the lock and dam to see the eagles in their native habitat.

The American Bald Eagle visits the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife & Fish Refuge each year from late fall through early spring. As many as 25,000 bald eagles winter along the Upper Mississippi River from St. Paul, Minnesota to St. Louis, Missouri. Our program is dedicated to the understanding, appreciation and protection of our national symbol. Naturalists will be on hand to share their enthusiasm and knowledge of these and other grand birds of prey.

For more information contact the Thomson Park Rangers at 815-259-3628 or visit the web site at www.missriver.org

• CCC Alumni Association Trivia Night - Friday, January 20, 2012

Teams are gearing up for the 7th Annual CCC Alumni Association Trivia Night on Friday, January 21 event to be held in the CCC Auditorium, starting with registration at 6:30 and play at 7: 00 p.m. $100 is awarded to the first place team, with $50 going to the team that finishes second. Cost is $10 per person, 4 – 8 people per team, with mulligans available for purchase. Teams can bring their own refreshments.

The Clinton Community College Alumni Association organized in October, 1981. The CCC Alumni Association present four scholarships each year with awards from $200 to full-tuition. They are the Alumni Member scholarship, Alumni Endowed scholarship, the Alumni Recognition scholarship and the Alumni Association Honor Connie Seifert Memorial scholarship. Each year the CCC Alumni Association hosts events on campus such as the Student Leader Luncheon and the Outstanding Awards Reception and Presentations during Graduation in May.

Call 563-244-7040 for more information or e-mail at aeisenman@eicc.edu.

• Quad Cities Arts Visiting Artist Series - Rioult - January 23, 2012 - CCC Maquoketa Center, 501 West Washington, Maquoketa - 7 p.m. - FREE

RIOULT was founded in 1994 and fast became an established name in modern dance with a reputation for creating and presenting the sensual, articulate, and exquisitely musical works of Pascal Rioult. Born in to the American modern dance tradition, RIOULT is creating its own legacy of contemporary dance that speaks to the mind and heart.

• Horticulture in the Heartland - Saturday, March 3, 2012

Spring is just around the corner so plan now to attend Horticulture in the Heartland on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at Clinton Community College, 1000 Lincoln Boulevard, Clinton, Iowa.

This event is presented by Clinton Community College, Iowa State University Clinton County Extension Master Gardeners, Bickelhaupt Arboretum, and Clinton Trees Forever.

For registration information, Margo Hanson at the Bickelhaupt Arboretum for more information – 563-242-4771.

• ENCORE(ENrichment COurses for REtirees) - Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Spring is here and it is time for area retirees to gather for a Spring tune-up. Clinton Community College and Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is hosting ENCORE * PRESENTS… A SENIOR SringTuneUP on Tuesday, April 3, 2011 from 8: 30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Clinton Community College Technology Center (Graphic Arts Technology Center) - 1951 Manufacturing Drive, Clinton.

ENCORE is Enrichment Courses for Retirees. This is an opportunity for you to come together for a day of entertainment and enrichment. There are several top-notch, informative speakers scheduled throughout the day. We hope you are able to spend the day with us, get tuned up for a great summer season, sit back, enjoy yourself and lunch is provided! This event is FREE and registration is required.

For more information about these events, contact Ann Eisenman at 563-244-7040.

Cougar Basketball

The CCC Cougar Basketball season continues with a home game January 11 versus Northern Iowa Community College at 7:30 p.m. at Yourd Gymnasium, Clinton. Coach Joe Shovlain’s team brings an exciting game to the court. Come out and cheer on the Cougars!

For more information, visit the Cougar website at http://www.eicc.edu/athletics/ccc_basketball/index.html.