Cowley College - Tiger Daze Yearbook (Arkansas City, KS)

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Construction marks Board's success Like most educational institutions, the Board of Trustees was faced with economic problems. But despite a delay in plan approval and rapidly rising inflation of construction costs, a new dor- mitory was added to the campus skyline. The most visible accomplishment of this Board was the construction of the new dor- mitory, said Steve McSpadden, Board chair- man. Plans for the three-story modular structure began in July but were thwarted by a series of events including getting approval of the plans by the State Department of Education. The original plan, which failed to meet ap- proval bythe director of building facilities of the Kansas State Department of Education because of its atrium structure, allowed for 104 students, a television lounge, an activities area and a swimming pool. The fourth revision of the plan, which was finally approved, called for housing of 80 studen- ts, a student lounge and a laundry and storage area in the basement. Cost of the dormitory was guaranteed by Coonrod and Walz Construction Co., Wichita, not to exceed S7l6,524. The bulk of the money was raised through revenue bonds but the En- dowment Association pledged to the Board a S250,000 donation which they raised by the mid- dle of April. The college also underwent an evaluation by a North Central Association Accrediting team. Following the completion of a self-study by the college personnel, the NCA team spent three days on campus visiting with students, staff, and administrators to determine if the college ac- tually did what it says it did. The Board didn't have a lot of involvement in the evaluation but we were extremely pleased with the IO-year approval received from them, McSpadden said. CCCC came through with flying colors. The 10-year recommendation was the highest that could be received from the NCA. The Board of Trustees also continued to seek a way to rennovate the historic high school located just north of the college. Originally plans called for the development of a fine arts center in the historic structure, but funding was a problem, When the Board feared they might lose matching funds from the Kansas State Historical Society and also federal funds 22 PEOPLE!Board of Trustees for the construction of a service technology building, they set about to find a way to use the funds and also to rennovate the building. ln the spring, they voted to house the service technology program in th historic high school and use one fund to match the other. We were enthusiastic about expanding the service technology program in the historic high school. lt should bring an increase in enrollment, as the program has the potential for growth, and will also rennovate the building, McSpadden said. President Gwen Nelson worked behind the scenes to help the Board make their decisions. His position as president of the in- stituion and his years of educational experience allowed him to provide information and possible suggestions for action. His experience and educational reputation in the state also brought him the Award of Merit from the Kansas Association of Community Colleges CKACCJ. The award was given for outstanding ac- complishments and contributions to the develop- ment and progress of Kansas community colleges and his nomination for the honor was made iointly by the college faculty, students and the Board of Trustees. Dr. Nelson is a tremendous educator and a tremendous man, said W.H. Pat lrelan, seven-year member of the Board of Trustees. On a local level, I just can't help but think that we've gotten where we are with this beautiful campus because of Dr. Nelson's efforts since he's been here. The bulk of the credit has to go to him. Nelson's educational accomplishments weren't confined to Cowley County Community College. He was the principal author of the KACC constitution and was responsible for get- ting the group to include faculty, administrators, students and trustees. Continuously he has been actively involved in Kansas community college legislation and ser- ved as a member of the KACC Legislative Com- mittee. He has also served as a chairman of the KACC Research Committee, has been a member of the Council of Presidents and as chairman of the state-wide planning committee. In addition to his work for Kansas community colleges, Nelson published more than a dozen educational articles. FAR RIGHT: The historic high school stands vacant but because of efforts by the Board of Trustees, it will become a Service Technology Building. RIGHT: At- tending every board meeting is part of David Mills' duty as board lawyer. He checks materials distributed so that he can be as informed as the board mem- bers themselves. TOP: Steve Mc- Spadden, chairman, and college president Gwen Nelson discuss the out- come of a board decision following a meeting. ui f .,, LEW . W -. . Mt 4 ., ...... l W la

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hat if? What it...each at the 1,641 Cowley County Community College students had been iust a number? Most thought Cowley County was special because each student was special with a personality that made him unique. From the brain who helped others pass calculus to the class clown who made economics class memorable, per- sonalities blended to make the flavor of the college special. ' Each student added a little at them- selves to make the 1979-80 year. People like the aggies contributed cowboy hats, country music, and skoal to the campus scene and cheerleaders added their always-ready, energetic smiles to the games and the hallways of the college. Groups like the women's basketball team showed friendship can be on and off the court and Circle-K members spent time teaching lifesaving CPR classes and doing things for others Instructorscalled students by their fir- st names and even strangers spoke when they met in the hall. What it each ot the l,64I Cowley County Community College students had been iust a number? Then CCCC would have been lust another college. TOGETHER...Students fill the auditorium during an II a.m assembly to hear actor Scott Arthur Allen speak. PEOPLE 21

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