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It is with great pride, that the Allen County Abilities Baseball League announced the official Grand Opening of the Rotary Field of Dreams at UNOH with a Ribbon Cutting and Open House on October 12, 2017. The field is located on the west end of the University of Northwestern Ohio campus behind the Baseball and Soccer fields.Started in 2003, the Allen County Abilities Base-ball League offers children with special needs in Lima and surrounding areas the opportunity to play baseball. The first year, the program worked with 53 children. Each year the league gets big-ger and last year reached more than 110 children ages 4-21 in Allen, Putnam, Van Wert, Hardin, Hancock and Auglaize Counties. The Rotary Field of Dreams at UNOH has a fully synthetic turf sur-face and is handicap accessible to allow for play even following rainy weather! This dedicated field for the Abilities Baseball League will allow the organization the opportunity to include adult leagues in the coming years. The Abilities Baseball League and the Rotary Field of Dreams at UNOH all started with Rachael Staley, an Early Intervention Specialist with the Allen County Board of Developmental Disabili-ties. When Staley was a senior in college, she was tasked with creating a service that was needed in the area. At the time, she was interning at Children’s Developmental Center in Lima which works with children with special needs. She noticed that most of the programming available

for kids stopped in the summer months, the per-fect season for baseball. The Abilities Baseball League was formed and the rest is history! When asked about her feelings of the field becoming a reality, Staley said, “As our league began to grow, so did our dream, and we saw the need for our own field. This is a place our children can call their own; a field that will meet their needs and where they can feel safe playing. I am so thankful to everyone and every organization that has donated to the Rotary Field of Dreams at UNOH project. This will truly be a field of dreams for many children in our area!”

| ROTARY FIELD OF DREAMS @ UNOH RIBBON CUTTING

Nearly 90 employers stop by UNOH

The Fall Career Tech Days, scheduled for Oc-tober 11-12, 2017, was a huge sucess. UNOH Career Services estimated there were nearly 90 employers in attendance at the annual event looking to hire UNOH students or recent graduates. Some of the companies that attend these events every year include Aerotek Automotive, Crown Equipment Corporation, Emerson Climate Technologies, General Motors, Jegs High Performance and the Ohio Department of Transportation. New employ-ers this year include Alban CAT, Auto-Wares Inc., Celina Custom Auto, Equipment Depot, Feld Entertainment, Hire Road, Inc., Link Engineering, and West Michigan International – K&R Truck Sales.

All career fairs hosted by Career Services are open to Alumni. Information on upcoming career fairs can be found on Career Magnet at http://careermagnet.unoh.edu. If you have any questions please contact Career Services at 419-998-3140.

| FALL CAREER FAIR A HUGE SUCCESS

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| ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

What first attracted you to UNOH? I had friends that were past students they influ-enced my decision. When I took the initial tour it opened my eyes to the possibilities of the industries that surrounded trade schools. Compared to the other options UNOH had athletic programs that was very appealing to me.

What do you remember most vividly about your time at UNOH? The instructors were extremely dedicated to help-ing. I can’t remember a time when I went home without understanding a concept. This was true at Career Services, Admissions, Financial Aid and the Event Center. The staff at all UNOH facilities are truly genuine and there to help.

What person at UNOH, staff, faculty or students, made the biggest impression on you? Nathan Mailhot, was my first instructor and he went above and beyond for me. He recommended me for the tour guide position while I was in school. He wrote me a letter of recommendation for when I graduated and we still keep in touch. Overall there were a select few at UNOH that molded me into the person I have become today.

What are some lessons you learned at UNOH that have served you well in your life after UNOH? I learned a lot about diversity and culture. I grew up in a small town in NH and I really hadn’t been exposed to anything else. Having students from across the world was an amazing eye opener for what was out there. It inspired me to travel and to talk with new people. Hard work pays off, I knew this before UNOH however the reward was much larger after school. The 2 years that I dedicated to school will produce a lifetime of opportunities and happiness.

What was your career field and first job after graduation? I went to work in the oil industry for a company called Halliburton. I was a service operator on a down hole blender. Our crew did hydraulic fractur-ing and although my job wasn’t exactly what I had gone to school for it helped tremendously. I was now able to fix my machine without having to

wait for the mechanic. I could speak the language when it was something that I couldn’t fix. I continue to use my mechanical skill set every day and that’s what I love most about UNOH. You’re not paying for a degree in a specific field. The skills that they teach you are relative to everyday life.

Who is your current employer and what do you do? I work for Milton Caterpillar in the forestry sales division. I absolutely love this career path it is ex-tremely rewarding and allows me to create my own day to day schedule. Again, you may view this job as not being related to my schooling however I can communicate with my customers in a much deeper level. I like to think that gives the customer a sense of confidence. The verbal communication, actually understanding someone’s personality and being able to adapt to each unique one is something I never would have been able to do prior to school.

How had your UNOH education benefited you professionally? My study habits changed dramatically and I learned time management. I quickly found study habits that fit my personality this in turn allows me to be much more capable at my current job. My speech and ability to speak were night and day. I faced a new crowd everyday it became easier as time passed. The jobs that I had at UNOH were unlike anything I had ever known. I already had the work ethic and with these new skillsets I became an employee that was valuable.

What advice do you have for UNOH students or other alumni? I watched so many of my peers not take advan-tage of the opportunities that UNOH had to offer. I watched many students not raise their hands because they didn’t want to be laughed at. I watched the cool kids fail classes, the kids that everyone looked up to. The only advice I can offer is to be humble. Observe everything around you, take chances, make logical decisions. College is about growing up and deciding on your career path. UNOH offers you every tool to be successful.

Name: Harry Biron

Graduation Year: February 2014

Degree: Associate Degree in Automotive/Diesel Technology

Current Employer: Milton Caterpillar

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| ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

What first attracted you to UNOH?I was attracted to UNOH because the school catered to all of my interests that included racing, truck pulling, diesel mechanics, and overall friendship and meeting new people. The affordability was also nice as I originally didn’t have much hope for furthering my education beyond high school.

What do you remember most vividly about your time at UNOH?My most vivid memories of UNOH were my one-on-one experiences with my instructors, and discussing class topics with real world experiences I’ve already had and could relate my education to. My college experience was very down-to-earth as I averaged working 50 hours a week during the day and attending classes full time at night.

What person at UNOH, staff, faculty or students, made the biggest impression on you?Billy “Sarge” Sergent, who I believe is now retired, was my biggest mentor and most memorable. He was what I considered a “Good Ole Boy”. He had real world experience and could fully answer questions I had, whenever I had them.

What are some lessons you learned at UNOH that have served you well in your life after UNOH?Skills I learned at UNOH have served me expo-nentially throughout my career in several aspects. From shop skills people management, applied math, marketing and everything in between, I have become what I believe to be a well-rounded indi-vidual that is capable of doing any high profile job given to me.

What was your career field and first job after graduation?After graduation, I landed a job at a welding shop in Wooster, Ohio. There, I put my newly acquired skills to work and become a certified welder. After my certification process, I was then turned loose on heavy equipment fabrication and repair, on every-thing from farm and mining equipment, to class 8 semi-trucks.

Who is your current employer and what do you do?I currently work at McElwain Industries of Kalida, Ohio. There I am a welder/fabricator, and specialize in specialty fabrication of steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. I have also ventured into the class 8 truck market, where I do custom work on the side. One of the trucks I played a major role in building is now going to be featured in an industry magazine, highlighting my work.

What advice do you have for UNOH students or other alumni?Do what you want to do, and go down the path you’d like to go in life before com-mitting to any type of higher education. I highly recommend getting an entry level job somewhere you think you may want to work before you go to school to learn that trade. By doing so, you will get paid experience to know whether or not that career path is for you. After graduating and earning my degree, it didn’t take me long to decide that I didn’t want to be a diesel mechanic for the rest of my life. My degree was still highly applicable because it did steer me onto the path I am in now, doing custom work on semi-trucks, and with my current career.

Furthermore, whether you decide you want to be a welder, diesel mechanic, pro wrestler, cook, truck driver, software designer, or a burger flipper, the best advice I could give to anybody is simple: Show up early every day, stay late if need be, and always apply yourself 100%. Mark my word, if you do those simple things, in whichever career you get into, you will be successful. You will be a sought-after employee. You will advance in your career quicker than imaginable. The jobs are out there, they just need the right people to fill them.

Name: Gabe Griffith

Graduation Year: November 2012

Degree: Associate Degree in Diesel Technology

Current Employer: McElwain Industries of Kalida, Ohio

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Let us know how you’re doingThe UNOH Alumni Department takes great interest in our alumni. Have you found a job in your degree field? Have you found your dream career? We want to know!

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It is the University’s conviction there is no greater asset a university can possess than loyal and informed alumni. The Alumni Association exists as your connection to your alma mater. Alumni support important programs and scholarships while having the opportunity to enjoy a number of special benefits and discounts. Whether you are across the street or across the country, there are many ways to remain involved. Students are encouraged to network with the Alumni Association so we all benefit the University of Northwestern Ohio.If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail us at alumni@unoh.edu. Please stop in for a visit. It would be our pleasure to arrange a tour or speaker for you and any organization that you feel would benefit from hearing about our vibrant university and dynamic organization.If you would like to register for the University of Northwestern Ohio Alumni Association, please complete the registration form online or see page 6 of this newsletter. If you are interested in being more involved in the Alumni Association you can register for our Alumni Tier program. By donating a specific amount you can become either a Silver, Gold or Platinum member. By just signing up you are already a free Bronze member.

Bronze Membership - Free - Will receive ID card, Nationwide Exclusive Insurance Discounts, free entry into all UNOH home sporting events, and Alumni Newsletter via email.

Silver Membership - $20 - Will receive UNOH Alumni T-shirt, ID card, Nationwide Exclusive Insur-ance Discounts, free entry into all UNOH home sporting events, and Alumni Newsletter via email.

Gold Membership - $50 - Will receive UNOH Alumni Polo shirt, ID card, Nationwide Exclusive Insur-ance Discounts, free entry into all UNOH home sporting events, and Alumni Newsletter via email.

Platinum Membership - $100 - Will receive UNOH Alumni Jacket, ID card, Nationwide Exclusive Insurance Discounts, free entry into all UNOH home sporting events, and Alumni Newsletter via email.

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Just graduated and looking for a job? Employed but looking for a new experience? Did you know that Career Services offers Lifetime Assistance? Career Services can help you in your job search. Part of your Lifetime Assistance is the Career Magnet website. If you have never registered please do so. We have hundreds of employers and contact information housed on this site as well as job postings. Informa-tion about upcoming career events such as career fairs are posted on this site as well. Please reference the log in and registration information on the next page.Career Services can do job searches, revise your resume, assist you with mock interviews, give you interview tips and counsel you on networking, LinkedIn and professional dress. All you have to do is contact Career Services at 419-998-3140 or email careerservices@unoh.edu. Keep up to date by joining us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/UNOHAlumni

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| CAREER MAGNET ALUMNI GUIDE - FIND JOBS HERE!WEBSITE: http://careermagnet.unoh.eduNew Users - Registration: If you are not a current user, click on “Click here to Register!” and follow the directions on that page.• Click on the “Click here to Register!” link• Complete all sections and click on the Register

button. Required (*) fields are marked with an asterisk.

• Click on the Submit Profile button. NOTE: When your registration is approved, you will receive an email notification.

EXISTING USERS: Log into system using your User-name and PasswordUPDATE YOUR PROFILE:• Put your cursor over My Account and select

My Profile.• There are sections containing Personal Infor-

mation, Demographic Information, Skills, and Additional Information.

• Click the [Edit] tab at the top of the page or section to update information.

• Carefully go through each section and com-plete all of the fields making sure to click on the Save button. Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

NOTE: The more details added to your profile, the better able we are to assist you.

UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENTS:• Put your cursor over My Account and select My

Documents.• Click on the [Add] link.• Click the Browse button to find and select the

correct document.• Give your document a name.• Click the Upload button.NOTE: When uploading more than one document, make sure your most generic resume is your default. Your default resume is the document that employers can view when accessing the system.

SEARCHING FOR JOBS, INTERNSHIPS AND CO-OPS:• Put your cursor over Jobs and select Job

Search.• All jobs will be displayed, click “Advanced

Search” to narrow down your results.• Click “Expand” to see job details, or click on a

Job Title to see specifics of the position and how to apply.

SAVING JOBS:• You can save jobs to your favorites by clicking

on the Add to Favorites button in the job profile.

• You can also save jobs by clicking the grey star icon next to the job record in the search results.

• Click on My Favorites on the left navigation bar to see your favorite jobs. A yellow star will be displayed next to jobs you have saved, and a green star will appear next to jobs that you have saved & have submitted your resume to.

NOTE: You can email job records by clicking on the Email to a Friend icon in the job profile.

You will be emailed once your account is activated

QUALIFIED SCHEDULES:In our system you will only be able to apply to schedules that you are qualified for under the Qualified Schedules menu.• Put your cursor over Interview Schedules and

select Qualified Schedules.• Click on the Schedule ID to see the specifics

of the position and how to apply. If this is a Preselect schedule, then you will be requesting to be interviewed. If this is an Open schedule, then you will be allowed to choose an open interview timeslot.

FUTURE SCHEDULES:In our system you will be able to look at all current schedules in the system under the Future Schedules menu, but you cannot apply or sign-up on these schedules. Go to Qualified Schedules to apply or sign-up on a schedule.• Put your cursor over Interview Schedules and

select Future Schedules.• All current interview schedules will be

displayed, click “Advanced Search” to narrow down your results.

• Click on the Schedule ID or Job Title to see the specifics of the interview.

SEARCHING FOR CAREER EVENTS:• Click on the Career Events menu.• You will see a list of all current Career Events

(Career Fairs, Teacher’s Expos, etc.) – click “Ad-vanced Search” to narrow down your results.

• To view details, employers registered and/or RSVP, click on the Career Event’s name.

SEARCHING FOR MENTORS:• Click on the Mentors menu. • All Mentors will be displayed, click “Advanced

Search” to narrow down your results.• To contact a mentor, click on their name, and

then click the Contact Mentor button at the top of their profile. If they are allowing you to see their contact info, you will now see that information. If they are only allowing anony-mous contact, then an email form will appear for you to send through the system.

VIEWING YOUR ACTIVITY:• Put your cursor over My Account and select My

Activity.• There are 4 types of activity that you can view: Referrals Placements Schedules RSVPs ACCESSING MOBILE SITE:• Go to http://careermagnet.unoh.edu on your

smartphone• Click the “Share” icon in your mobile browser • Choose the “Add to Home Screen” option –

this will create a shortcut to access this site on your smart phone home screen.

• Give this shortcut a name and click “Add”

CAREER SERVICES CONTACT INFORMATION419-998-3140

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ALUMNIALUMNI ASSOCIATION REGISTRATION FORM

REGISTRATION CAN ALSO BE COMPLETED ONLINE AT WWW.UNOH.EDU/ALUMNIREGISTRATION.

FIELDS IN RED MUST BE COMPLETED.

PERSONAL INFORMATION:First Name:Last Name:Maiden Name:Date of Birth:Street Address:City: State: Zip:Phone Number:Email (NOT a unoh.edu address):Major:Student ID:Graduation Year:Membership Type: New Renewal Bronze (Free) Silver ($20 & an Alumni T-Shirt) Gold ($50 & an Alumni Polo Shirt) Platinum ($100 & an Alumni Jacket)

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MAIL FORM & PAYMENT TO:University of Northwestern OhioAttn: Nicole Niemeyer & Justin Flanagan1441 N. Cable Rd. Lima, OH 45805alumni@unoh.edu

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