By Cathy Zeltner
Big changes are coming! We don’t want to spoil the surprise, but here at the Owens Outlook, we are working very hard to make your newspaper better. We are very excited to have several surprises in store for our readers.
As many of you know, we have conducted surveys asking students, staff and faculty what would make the Outlook a better newspaper, and we listened to your responses! We are taking the summer off of reporting so that we can dedicate all of our time and energy into revamping …

By Cathy Zeltner
Today, April 22, 2013 is Earth Day. It is the day to do something good for the planet we live on.There are many things you can do to celebrate the
day. You could plant a tree. Donate to a worthy conservation organization. Carpool with a friend. I reused plastic bottles to  make terrariums for a couple of my small plants.
But why just do something today? Why not do something every day? Here are several simple and inexpensive (sometimes free) ways to celebrate the earth every day of the year.

Turn …

By Cathy Zeltner
Plant the Seed! Owens Hunger Awareness Event took place at the Toledo campus of Owens Community College Thursday, February 13, 2013.  The event was created to bring awareness to the problem of food insecurity in the area, especially at Owens Community College.
Michelle Atkins of Team Alliance, reported that 70% of Northwest Ohio has a need for food assistance, and that the population at Owens Community College is at about the same level as the area statistic.
Keynote speaker, Sam Melden of Food for Thought said, “If we don’t think …

By Cathy Zeltner
Most people have heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet many ignore this advice. Breakfast gives your body fuel to start the day. Who has time to eat breakfast in this busy world we live in though?
Everyone does! Here are some fast, easy and nutritious ways that you can begin your day and start off right:

Top a toasted frozen toaster waffle with low-fat yogurt and fruit such as peaches
Create a breakfast sandwich with a toasted whole-grain English muffin, low-fat swiss cheese and lean …

By Cathy Zeltner
A problem with hunger and poor nutrition due to a lack of food is a problem on campus. The Harvest Pantry is proof that students need help.  Team Alliance is trying to bring awareness to the fact that many people at Owens Community College need assistance.
Employee team members Michelle Atkinson, Terrence Katschke, Joann Gruner, and Eileen Goodman are working with AVI, dietary students, Urban Agriculture Program, the Owens Harvest food pantry, and the culinary students to host the Owens Hunger Awareness Event on Thursday, March 21, 2013. The …

By Cathy Zeltner
March is National Nutrition Month. To help get everyone more informed on how to eat healthier, Owens Dietetic Tech Students will be set up in the SHAC as well as in College Hall by the Bookstore on March 12, 2013 from 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Dietetic Tech Students will have information on health, wellness and nutrition. Stop by to find out how to be healthier, and enter to win a prize as well!

By Cathy Zeltner
Texting while driving is dangerous. It has eclipsed drunk driving as the number one public driving safety concern. Student Government is hosting the Distracted Driving Program in an attempt to keep students safe behind the wheel. The program uses cutting-edge technology, video display and live personal interaction and presentation to show attendees firsthand how dangerous driving while texting is. Visit the AVCC rooms 125-128 between 10:00 am-4:00 pm to use the simulator and take the pledge not to text and drive.

By Cathy Zeltner
Children grow so fast! It’s hard to keep up with clothes that fit them, and it can get quite expensive. They grow out of their clothes before they are worn out. Instead of throwing those clothes away, bring them to the kids clothing swap March 19, 2013 between 9:00 am-3:00 pm and exchange them for gently used or new clothes that your child will fit. Reusing is great for the wallet and the environment! The Student Activities sponsored event will be held in AVCC rooms 125-128.

By Cathy Zeltner
Student Government is hosting a charity week January 29-31, 2013. Stop by the SHAC 165 hallway between 9 am-4 pm to donate a little of your time and have fun. Today, Tuesday, January  29 you can make a dog toy or no-sew blanket for a sheltered animal, or make a smile bag for a child who needs dental work. Stop by each day for more fun activities.

By Cathy Zeltner
Welcome back students! To start off the spring semester, Student Activities has planned Welcome Back Week, with some free events for the week of January 15. Stop by Open House at Student Activities, SHAC 165 and Student Government, SHAC 156 between 9:00 am-4:00 pm January 15-17, to learn about activities planned for this semester. While you are there, enjoy some free activities that will be taking place in the SHAC atrium.
Tuesday, January 15, get your picture taken in a big red inflatable chair in the SHAC atrium between …