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News Archive
July 2004
(07/22/04)
Future Leaders Attend ClassesThe Future Leaders of America group attended summer enrichment sessions at Miami Middletown in July. This year's students, all from Middletown, included: (front row, from left) Carrie Dorns, Thomas Desmond, Karen Brown, Madison Robinson, Sandrea Pretlow, Jordan Phillips, Rachel Roberts, Megan Finnell, (second row, from left) Miami Middletown's Darius Prier, Tarika Carroll, Dorionne Dodson, Destini Johnson, Kiara Walker, Derrick Moore, Alicia Pretty, Rodney Hunter, Devin Fuller, Dr. Jim Ewers (third row, from left) Miami Middletown's Tracy Davis, Taj Perry, Cecily Burress, Lauren Jones, Jalessa Martin, Miranda Calhoun, Brittney Thrower, Justin Jemison, Lincoln Borgstrom, (fourth row, from left) Jeffrey Burton, Jacqueline Henderson, Justyn Smith, DeAnn Smith, Vincent Smith, Justin Tyus, Jordan Thomas and Shenda Amos.
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(07/22/04)
Miami's Regional Campuses Offering In-State Tuition To Indiana Neighbors Miami University's Hamilton and Middletown regional campuses have joined with other Ohio institutions in offering in-state tuition rates to Indiana residents who live along the Indiana-Ohio border.
The tuition reciprocity arrangement was coordinated between the Ohio Board of Regents and the Indiana Commission on Higher Education. Other area institutions joining with Miami Hamilton and Miami Middletown in this program include Clark State Community College, Sinclair Community College and Wright State University at both its Dayton and Lake Campuses.
In-state tuition is being made available to Indiana residents who live in Adams, Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Henry, Jay, Randolph, Rush, Union, Wayne and Wells counties.
The goal of the tuition reciprocity agreement, according to the Ohio Board of Regents, is "to increase availability of programs to residents of Western Ohio and Eastern Indiana without needless duplication of educational effort and to promote efficient use of existing educational facilities and resources."
Miami's regional campuses, eligible Indiana students must register as regional campus students, and be taking courses offered at or through the regional campuses. The tuition reciprocity agreement does not include Oxford campus students or Oxford courses.
Some Indiana students now take classes on both regional campuses, while others enroll for courses offered by Miami's regional campuses in Eaton.
This fall Miami's regional campuses will begin their tenth year of offering courses in Eaton.
Persons interested in learning more about this program are invited to contact the Admission Office at Miami University Hamilton (513-7953111) or at Miami University Middletown (513-727-3216 or toll free 1-86-MIAMI-MID).
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(07/21/04)
"Body Recall" Starts in AugustBeginning on August 23, Miami University Middletown will be offering Body Recall, a class that promotes physical fitness for seniors through strength and flexibility. Men and women of all ages and abilities are encouraged to attend, whether they're 50 years old with stiffening arthritis or 80 with an attitude for staying active. Body Recall is a safe, tested program of gentle exercise and slow movements that helps circulation without threatening the heart, generates energy without sweating, and ensures long-range movement for years to come.
Classes are held on Monday-Wednesday-Fridays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and are scheduled to start on August 23. Cost is $59 (book required).
For more information or to register, log onto www.mid.muohio.edu/conted/ or call the Office of Continuing Education at 513-727-3300.
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(07/21/04)
Red Cross honors Anne CarsonAnne Carson, associate professor of nursing on Miami's Middletown campus, has been awarded the Ann Magnussen Award, one of 19 American Red Cross national honors recognizing volunteer and employee excellence.
The award is the highest honor for nursing achievement in the American Red Cross.
Carson has been a volunteer nurse at the Cincinnati area chapter for more than 20 years. She was instrumental in founding the chapters multidisciplinary mental health team and served as its co-coordinator for two years. She has provided support in difficult situations, including two tours in New York City for the World Trade Center attack in 2001.
She has taught in the nursing department at Miami since 1993.
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(07/13/04)
New Partnership Offers Online Bachelor's Degree OptionStudents at Miami University's Regional Campuses now have more options completing their degree thanks to a new educational partnership with Columbus, Ohio based Franklin University. The agreement offers students the opportunity to earn a bachelor's degree by combining on-campus courses at Miami's Regional Campuses with online courses through Franklin .
First students earn their associate's degree from one of Miami's Regional Campuses. Students then complete "bridge" courses at the Middletown or Hamilton branches while simultaneously taking online classes through Franklin University to complete their bachelor's degree. Through this online program, students will travel less by staying in their hometown and completing classes online. The completion program offers classes in 3-, 6-, 12- and 15-week formats, which allows students to choose a start date that best coincides with their schedule.
Majors are offered in 10 fields: Accounting, Applied Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Digital Communication, Health Care Management, Information Technology, Management, Management Information Sciences and Public Safety Management. Franklin University also offers an innovative 17-month MBA online.
Adults have responded enthusiastically to the convenient online format and the ability to fit classes into their daily schedule. Students also have the benefit of belonging to two schools at one time. They can access Franklin's virtual resources in addition to the services of Miami's Regional Campuses. Franklin's resources include academic advising, a help desk and a library system. Each student also is assigned a Student Services Associate who provides support and guidance by answering questions about transcripts, financial aid or even how to purchase textbooks.
On Monday, July 19, Franklin University Regional Director Bob Morris will be at Miami Middletown in Johnston Hallway from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. to discuss the new program with Miami Middletown students. For more information, visit Franklin's Web site at www.alliance.franklin.edu, call 1-888-341-6237 or email Bob Morris at morrisb@franklin.edu.
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(07/06/04)
MUM's Tots to Host Free Literacy ProgramMUM's Tots, Miami Middletown's on-campus early childhood center, will host a free Summer Literacy Program for children ages 3-5 and their parents. The two-hour program will begin at 10:30 a.m. on August 13 at Verity Lodge on the campus of Miami Middletown.
The Summer Literacy Program includes a story, puppet show, singing and an art activity. Space is limited and reservations may be made by calling (513) 727-3220.
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(07/06/04)
Adult Campus Visits Set for July 20, August 3Adults interested in pursuing a college degree or updating skills for employment are invited to attend Miami Middletown's Adult Campus Visit on July 20 or August 3, from 6-7:30 p.m.
Prospective students will find out about Miami's one year certificate, associate degree and bachelor's degree programs. Those who already have an associate degree may now take their junior year at the Middletown campus and complete a bachelor's degree online through a new partnership with Franklin University.
Information on non-credit options such as basic and advanced computer training, A+ and MCSE certification, and pharmacy tech and online paralegal courses will be available.
Those attending will also learn about student support services such as free tutoring, study skills classes, the Mum's Tots child center, scholarships and financial aid resources.
"Thirty percent of our students are over 22 years of age and often work full-time while enrolled part-time in college," said MUM Assistant Director of Admissions Diane Cantonwine. "We have the classes that adults tell us they want at times that are the most convenient."
Reservations are encouraged for these special programs by calling (513) 727-3216. Miami Middletown is located at 4200 E. University Blvd.
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(07/06/04)
Applications Ahead of Last YearApplications for fall admission at Miami University Middletown are running ahead of last year according to campus officials.
"Since April our applications have been running 8 to 12 percent ahead of last year," said Mary Lu Flynn, director of enrollment services, "Historically, July has been the month we've received the greatest number."
As of July 1 a total of 896 applications have been processed, compared to 832 a year ago. By the time classes began last August the campus had received 1,165 applications.
A little over 10 percent of the applications for this fall have been from multicultural students, and approximately 25 percent have been from students interested in the campus' associate degree programs. Butler County residents account for half of the applications, while another 27 percent are Warren County residents. While the majority of applications are from students ages 18 to 21, a quarter of the applications are from persons 22 and older.
In addition to the growing awareness of the importance of higher education for future personal success, accessibility and affordability are cited by the campus as factors in the increased number of applications.
"Our open admission policy, combined with offering classes off-campus in Butler, Preble, and Warren Counties, helps to ensure accessibility," noted Michael Governanti, executive director.
Miami Middletown and Miami Hamilton have been offering courses at off site locations for nine years. This fall Miami Middletown is broadening its course offerings in Lebanon, working with Cincinnati State Technical and Community College and Sinclair Community College to enhance higher education opportunities for Warren County residents.
"In terms of affordability," Governanti continued, "this coming year, for the second year in a row, Miami's regional campuses will have the lowest annual fees of all of Ohio's regional campuses."
Fall classes at Miami Middletown begin on August 24. Information on academic programs, courses, admission, and financial assistance is available on the campus' website, www.mid.muohio.edu. Information is available and campus visits can be arranged by calling 727-3216 or 1-86-MIAMI-MID toll free.
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