Genesee Community College

The HRM Micro-Credential is comprised of three courses: Human Resource Management (BUS207), Organizational Behavior (BUS214) and Introduction to Creative Problem Solving (CPS101). Among the topics covered in these three courses are: Identify legal compliance governing the human resource function Explain current approaches to employee relations, diversity and inclusion, ethics and globalization Discuss HR strategy involved in the effective planning, recruitment, retention, performance management, job design, and the compensation and benefits functions of an organization Identify proven methods in building and managing effective teams Develop coaching and mentoring methods and best practices in implementation Practice facilitation, problem identification and analysis, and problem-solving skills Understand how to apply organizational behavior concepts such as creativity, innovation and change management Cultivate personal HR leadership skills

The Accounting Fundamentals Micro-Credential is comprised of four courses: Intro to Financial Accounting (ACC101), Intro to Managerial Accounting (ACC102), Computer Applications in Accounting (ACC201), and Intro to Income Tax (ACC217). Topics covered in these four courses include: Create Excel spreadsheets to perform financial analysis. Use QuickBooks to record financial transactions. se QuickBooks to prepare financial statements. Record business events using accounting principles. Prepare and analyze financial statements. Perform break-even and return on investment analyses. Prepare budgets and variance analysis. Analyze product costs and perform cost allocations. Communicate financial information in written documents. Prepare income tax returns using tax software.

The Supply Chain Management Micro-Credential is comprised of four courses: Transportation and Distribution Management (BLM212), Operations and Production Management (BLM223), Intro to Purchasing and Supply Chain Management (BLM234) and Intro to Inventory and Warehouse Management (BLM245). Topics covered in these four courses include: Understand the competitive advantage the purchasing function can provide an organization. Evaluate domestic versus international business practices (language barriers, cultural differences, laws, currency valuation, customs clearance, etc.). Explain the strategic versus tactical functionality of purchasing to influence the organization; product flow, future trends, inventory control, warehousing, etc. Calculate and evaluate inventory associated metrics (turnover, carrying costs, fill rates, stock out costs, etc. Use decision making tools such as "Reorder Point Quantity" AND "Economic Order Quantity" to increase inventory and warehouse efficiencies. Understand how to manage on-going warehouse operations issues (safety, ergonomics, staffing, security, etc.). Analyze tradeoffs associated with mode and carrier selection; carrier operations, costs, shipment size, weight, handling characteristics, service levels, rules, regulations etc. Manage the various attributes associated with providing timely, cost effective, and efficient transportation and distribution from the point of conversion to an intermediate party or end user. Learn strategic concepts, and qualitative and quantitative tools used in managing the areas of production and operations; site location, forecasting, capacity planning, cycle time, quality, etc. Develop critical thinking to understand the interactions between Operations and Production management to achieve core objectives; productivity, competitiveness, profitability, etc.

tudents in GCC's NYS Coaching Certification program are able to take full advantage of the College's state-of-the-art sports complex, the Richard C. Call Arena. This new facility contains GCC's physical education classrooms, a high-tech fitness center, the Human Performance Lab, indoor field house, turf field and much more! With the hands-on use of this amazing facility, students will learn to: Design a full sport-specific practice session Develop program and evaluation tools typically used by coaches Develop and refine a coaching philosophy Complete scouting reports Develop sport-specific season plans Design fitness and conditioning programs for athletes Identify NASPE Coaching Standards, NFHS Code of Conduct, athletic eligibility and district policies Obtain American Red Cross certification in Responding to Emergencies First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

The Professional Sales Micro-Credential is comprised of three courses and explores the following opportunities either in a classroom setting or through online, HyFlex learning: The power of creativity, persuasion and negotiation Time, conflict and stress management Polishing "soft" skills of communication and understanding the impact of EI (Emotional Intelligence) Technology, trends and best practices to build customer relationships Global business etiquette Ethical and unethical selling practices

The Event Planning Micro-Credential is comprised of three courses and explores the following opportunities either in a classroom setting, through online or HyFlex learning: Understand factors that contribute to event feasibility, revenue maximization and continue sustainability. Learn how to leverage events as a marketing tool for business. Learn the legal compliance requirement and risks related to event management. Develop a comprehensive event budget and crowd management plan. Effectively planning and executing a broad variety of events while incorporating exceptional customer service. Identifying and anticipating trends in meeting and event planning. Developing effective strategies in negotiating meeting contracts. Use technology to develop and build customer relationships. Understand global business etiquette practices.

Matthew Cray was awarded Honorable Mention in the 14th Annual Student Poetry Contest.

An elite group of Buffalo State students are McNair scholars. The McNair Scholars Program prepares qualified, eligible undergraduate students for doctoral studies by providing them with research opportunities, stipends, faculty and staff mentoring, and preparation for graduate studies.

Cheyenne Zaremba was awarded third place in the 14th Annual Student Poetry Contest.

Cierra Hand was awarded second place in the 14th Annual Student Poetry Contest.

Jessica Cherry was awarded the Grand Prize in the David A. Garfinkel Essay Contest sponsored by the Historical Society of New York Courts. Cherry's essay, titled, "A look at how NYS Legislation has profoundly impacted LGBT Family Law", was in response to the question posed by the committee: "How have the New York Courts addressed equal human rights for the LGBT Community?"

Genesee Community College Foundation scholarship recipients and their families and Foundation donors gathered in the Conable Technology Building at the Batavia Campus, on Monday evening, September 13, 2010 to meet, greet, and share stories of student achievements and career aspirations. The evening event ran from 5:00PM - 7:00PM with a special presentation at 5:30PM. For this year's reception, three successful alumni were invited to share their stories and experiences at Genesee that guided them on the road to success. Distinguished alumni, Colin Garwood '76, Natalie Wedge, '10 and Crystal Fial '10 were the featured speakers for the evening. Colin Garwood has been serving as the executive Director of LDA Life and Learning Services for the past 10 years. LDA serves children and adults with learning disabilities and other developmental disabilities. LDA employs 180 people and works with an $8 million budget. Mr. Garwood is the immediate past president of the Council of Agency Executives, a trustee of the New York State Learning Disabilities Association, a past executive director of The Advocacy Center (10 years), past director of Planning and Development for Catholic Charities of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, and the former associate executive Director of the Catholic Charities Community and Residential Services. He holds an Associate's degree from Genesee (1976), a Bachelor's degree from SUNY Geneseo (1979) and a Master's degree from SUNY Brockport (1989). Mr. Garwood is a resident of Greece, NY and has three children, Jonathan, 22, David, 21 and Erica, 19. Mr. Garwood expressed his congratulations to the winners and thanked the donors who make the scholarships possible. He shared his fond memories of attending classes at GCC, working a restaurant job after school and living in a rented apartment in Batavia. He also encouraged students to value their supportive families and the friendships made during their college years. He closed by encouraging students to continue learning after college. "Learning is a life-long process," Mr. Garwood noted. "Learning isn't done when you complete college." Natalie Wedge and Crystal Fial were selected to spend eight weeks in Brisbane, Australia for a Nursing study abroad preceptorship. They have since graduated and went on to acquire nursing jobs right after commencement. They shared their experiences abroad and their experiences as nursing students at Genesee. The following students along with their hometowns and the scholarship they were awarded are listed below:

Genesee Community College Foundation scholarship recipients and their families and Foundation donors gathered in the Conable Technology Building at the Batavia Campus, on Monday evening, September 14, 2009 to meet, greet, and share stories of student achievements and career aspirations. The evening's events ran from 5:00PM - 7:00PM with a special presentation at 5:30PM. For this year's reception, two successful alumni were invited to share their stories and experiences at Genesee that guided them on the road to success. Distinguished alumni, Paula M. Savage, '76 and James D. Hunt, '89 were the featured speakers for the evening. Paula Savage, a resident of Batavia, is the director of Tourism Sales for Visit Rochester (formerly the Greater Rochester Visitors Association). She is a Certified Travel Councilor and has received the Merits of Two Worlds award from the Robert Schumann Foundation in 2000, as well as the Supplier Member of Distinction by the (OMCA) Ontario Motor Coach Association. She serves as a trustee for the OMCA Education Fund. She was also presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by the US Department of Commerce in 2000 for development of Underground Railroad Tours. In 1990, she organized the first International Peace Garden, which led to the creation of the International Peace Garden Foundation that now spans five continents. The International Peace Garden Foundation is a nonprofit organization, established to advance global friendship and international understanding through the creation of peace gardens and cultural exchange programs. She graduated with an Associate's degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management and was named to Genesee's Alumni Hall of Fame in 2007. James Hunt is a 13 year veteran of the New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) and serves in Wyoming County with his K-9 partner Matz. Hunt received an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice from Genesee in 1989 and continued on to the University at Buffalo for a Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies. Currently residing in Wyoming County, James grew up in Orchard Park and started his career with the DEC in Long Island. He was recognized as the 2008 Conservation Officer of the Year by the Northeast Conservation Law Enforcement Chief's Association and was awarded, along with K-9 partner Matz, the 2008 Public Servant of the Year by the Erie County Conservation Society. He married to his wife Darlene and has two sons, Josh (6) and Nathanial (4). This year, nine new scholarships were awarded to Genesee students. The new scholarships included the Rosalie "Roz" Steiner Scholarship, the NYS Federation of Home Bureaus in honor of Gay Tidd, the Kristine Burkhardt '03 Memorial Nursing Scholarship, the M.P. Lyon '02 Scholarship, the Albert J. Brightenfield '78 Scholarship, the Claire Gsell 2009-2010 Scholarship, the Gioiosa Family Scholarship, the Town of Batavia Volunteer Firefighter Scholarship and the Benjamin Franklin Volunteer Firefighter and EMT Scholarship. The following students along with their hometowns and the scholarship they were awarded are listed below: