Vincent Darlage, Business Instructor
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Education:
BS in Business (Accounting) from Indiana University
MBA from National American University
Additional Credentials:Microsoft Certified in Word, Excel, and Power Point
Past Professional Experience:
Mr. Darlage has worked for several years as an Accountant. He also has nearly two years of experience in Marketing & Sales. He has managed a successful restaurant and worked in Human Resources, Purchasing, and Education as a Business Instructor since June of 2001.
Related Accomplishments:
Mr. Darlage is the author of sixteen published books. He writes as a freelance for a British company, who have not only published his books, but also several articles for their monthly magazine. He has also had artwork published by a separate company.
Charlotte Moss, LPN Medical Instructor
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EDUCATION:
2008 National American University – presently in Masters Program
2003 Bachelors Degree in Business Management Indiana Wesleyan University, Columbus, IN
1996 Associates Degree in General Studies IUPUC, Columbus, IN
1996 Certified Alcohol Drug Addiction Counselor II
1996 National Certified Addictions Counselor II
1981 Technical Certificate in Practical Nursing IVY Tech, Columbus, IN
Previous Work Experience
Charlotte was employed at Tara Treatment Center Inc. for 15 years. During that time she obtained her CADAC II certification as an addictions counselor and held several job titles. She had the opportunity to be involved in the inpatient treatment programs, half way houses, out-patient services and the Mother Baby Program. She was the Director of Nursing for the Detox Unit for a brief time as well. Other employment involving addictions and mental health were at Quinco and Koala Center. Prior to her interest in mental health she worked on an orthopedics floor at Columbus Regional Hospital.
Current Professional Services
Charlotte is employed at the Columbus Campus as a medical instructor. She began employment in 2004 as a full time instructor. She transferred to the position of Student Services Coordinator until last year. Charlotte transferred to the Admissions Department until the beginning of the 2008 summer quarter. She found her back to the classroom as medical faculty. Charlotte is an active member of the Bartholomew County Domestic Violence Action Team. Charlotte is a volunteer at Caring Parents and is involved in activities at her church. She volunteers with the nursery and pre-school programs. She will be going on the mission trip with the church in the fall.
Volunteer Experience:
United Way – Young Adults committee present
Domestic Violence Task Force present
Board of Directors Y-MED 2007, 1989-1995
Board of Directors Family Service 2007
Celebrate Recovery Committee 2005
Board of Directors, Youth Hope 1995-2001
Court Appointed Special Advocate 1995-2001
Active Parenting Training 1997
Turning Point Volunteer 1985
Aimee Aufdermauer, CMA(AAMA)Medical Instructor
Dawne Wise, cRMA Medical Instructor
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Education:
Attended Phillips Jr. College majoring in Business prior to moving into the medical field Currently pursuing B.S.—Health Care Management--NAU
Professional Memberships:
Associate Member of American Medical Technologists
American Association of Allied Health Professionals
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology’s League of Allied Health Instructors
Actively Involved with:
Alzheimer’s Association
Habitat for Humanity
PETA
Project Literacy
Professional Experience:
While living in Florida, Dawne worked as a civil court clerk. She made the move to the field of medicine first as a medical records clerk. Through cross-training, education, and hard work she became the lead medical assistant in a prominent ob/gyn office in Florida. After moving to Indiana, Dawne pursued a career as a medical instructor.
Personal Information:
When not teaching, studying, or volunteering, Dawne has her hands full raising four children. She lives with her family in the Columbus area.
Jennifer Zeller, Business Instructor
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Jennifer Zeller
Business Instructor
Education:B.S. Southern Illinois University- Elementary EducationM.A. EDU. Union University- Curriculum & DevelopmentProfessional Experience:Jennifer has fifteen years experience teaching elementary age students in Carmel, Indiana and Memphis, Tennessee. She has also coached varsity girl’s gymnastics at Columbus North and Lawrence Central High School. After teaching, Jennifer went on to the sales/marketing world where she has worked for the last six years. She currently is a Territory Sales Manager for a healthcare company. Jennifer misses teaching and enjoys working as an adjunct teacher here at Harrison College.
Personal Information:Jennifer was born and raised in Columbus and is extremely excited to be back home. She has a daughter, Jena Lee and is married to Rick. They enjoy living in the country on the west side of town where they spend most of their free time in the family pool. Jennifer can relate to her students because she taught school full time as a single mother, while she obtained her master’s degree.
Kayla White, Business Instructor
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Associates of Science in Accounting - Indiana Business College
Bachelors of Science in Accounting - Indiana Tech
Masters of Science in Management - Indiana Wesleyan University
Jennifer Meredith, Business Instructor
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Education:
B.A. Political Science and History—Franklin College
M.B.A.—Indiana Wesleyan
Related Experience:
Jennifer has worked in risk management, financial services, banking operations, marketing, and health insurance services.
Kim Bricker, Medical Program Coordinator
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Education:
A.A.S.—Medical Assisting—Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Currently pursuing a BS in Healthcare Management
Additional Credentials:
Certified through the AAMA
At Harrison College Columbus:
Kim has worked been with the Columbus campus since August of 2007 as the Medical Program Coordinator. She enjoys teaching medical classes and facilitating externships for MA and MRT students.
Professional Experience:
Kim has held a variety of positions to include: quality control at a medical device manufacturing company, administrative positions, and restaurant management to name just a few. She found her true love in 2006 when she began her career as a Medical Assistant. She worked at Nashville Family Medicine and Doctor’s Park both under Physicians Practice Organization prior to returning to as Medical Program Coordinator.
Personal Information:
Kim lives in Columbus with her fiancé and three dogs. Her favorite vacation spot is anywhere that is hot and has a beach.
Anna Burton, Business Instructor
Education:
Ivy Tech Community College, Columbus, IN – AAS in Business Administration
Franklin University, Columbus, OH – BS in Business Administration
Franklin University, Columbus, OH – MBA – Specialty in Human Resources
At Harrison College
New to the Harrison College family in the Fall Quarter 2009. Adjunct Instructor
Professional Experience
2005 – Present - Career Transitions Readiness Instructor at Atterbury Job Corps Center
1990 - 2005 – Office Manager/Program Coordinator at Youth Connections
Volunteer Experience
Bethel Guardian of Bethel #53 International Order of Job’s Daughters
Former Member of Board of Directors Johnson County Senior Services
Former Adult Girl Scout Leader, Past Service Unit Chair.
Former Member of the Johnson County Step Ahead Council, Past President
Former Member of Board of Directors of Girls Incorporated, Past Board President
Personal Information
Anna and her husband, Robert, live in Franklin, IN. They are the parents of four children and the grandparents of 3 grandchildren. Anna has eight birds, a box turtle, a goldfish and a beta fish as pets. Anna and her husband enjoy camping and boating with their family.
Angie Miller, Business Instructor
Hal Baker, Business Instructor
Angela Rentmeesters, Executive Director
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Education
Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration—Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting – Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Professional Memberships
Member: Career College Association, ACICS Professional Membership, Indiana Association of Private Career Schools, Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, Past member: Indiana Student Financial Aid Association
Professional Development:
CCA Leadership Institute 2007
Leadership Bartholomew County 2005
Career Development Institute 2004
Professional Experience
During her time as a student Angie participated in Student Government and worked in the front office as a college work-study employee. Angie joined the financial aid team immediately after graduating from IBC. She became the Director of Financial Aid and then the Assistant Director of the Columbus Campus. Eventually she made the move into the Executive Director’s position. Angie often comments on how proud she is to be a part of a college that truly lives up to its word. She admires our students for their commitment because she knows what it means to be a student, parent and employee all at the same time.
Personal Information
Angie is a life-long resident of Columbus. She enjoys movies and live music.
Kelly Jones-Waggoner, Administrative Assistant
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Education:
Associate of Applied Science – Professional Accounting—Ivy Tech
While at Harrison College Columbus:
Kelly has worked at the Columbus campus since 1991. She began her duties as a Collection Accountant in 1991, then in 1993 she worked in the Financial Aid Department, and finally she moved to the Administrative Assistant position in 1996, where she remains today; and loves every minute of it. She was presented with Staff Member of the Year in 1995 and again in 2005.
Personal Information:
Kelly is married to Tim and is the proud mom of 2 dogs and 1 cat, Molly, Sissy and Salem. She is co-owner along with her husband of a trucking company, and enjoys going on trips with her husband in their semi when she is not working at the front desk. Kelly also enjoys Nascar Racing, bowling and just being with her family and friends.
Gina Pate, Director of Admissions
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Education:
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Journalism, Advertising & Public Relations Sequence—Franklin College
Certificate in Business—Franklin College
At Harrison College Columbus: Gina has worked in the Admissions Department at the Columbus campus since June 2000—first as an Admissions Representative and as the Director of Admissions in 2003.
Gina has been recognized many times for a variety of accomplishments throughout her career. She has been the recipient of several Employee of the Quarter Awards, Campus Employee of the Year in 2003, and a Lifetime Award for changing the most lives in the state.
Professional Experience:Gina has always been active in the field of communication beginning as early as high school where she held the positions of feature writer, feature editor and head photographer for her high school . At Franklin College she wrote for the Franklin College newspaper and was a member of the Franklin College Dance Team.
After college Gina worked in radio as a marketing consultant, also lending her voice to commercials and participating in event planning for businesses throughout the community
Personal Information:In 2001 Gina married her husband Wayne. In 2003 Loryn Grace Pate was born and in 2006, Devin Wayne Pate joined the family. Gina and her family live just south of Columbus with their three dogs; Sugar, Ace, and Bella. Gina dedicates her time to her children and her work at Indiana Business College.
Jackie Griffith, Admissions
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Education
A.S.—Business Administration—Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Professional Experience
Jackie has had almost ten years of experience in the food service industry. She developed her leadership skills and advanced into management. Jackie is known for her great attitude, dynamic personality and excellent customer service skills. It was the desire to grow in those and other areas that led her to the Columbus campus as a student. She attended college while working full-time. Soon after graduation Jackie joined the Admissions team. She is passionate about education and knows first hand how a college degree can indeed change lives.
Professional Accomplishments
Employee of the Quarter
Start Excellence Award
Life Changer Awards—20 and 30 Club
Personal
Jackie lives in North Vernon with her husband of almost eight years, Quincy. Together they have a seven year old daughter, Britney. Together they enjoy camping, fishing, and hanging out with family and friends. They also enjoy watching Monday night RAW (wrestling)—during which Britney often announces that John Cena is her boyfriend. They also enjoy watching movies and rockin’ out to Guitar Hero. When time and finances allow, they head south to the beach. According to Jackie, “There’s nothing like swimming in the ocean.”
Rich Bostic, Admissions Representative
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Education:
Associate of Applied Science—Indiana Business College
Professional History:
He was born and raised in Columbus where he attended both East and North High Schools. After graduating Rich attended Vincennes University where he studied Banking and Finance. Rich returned to Columbus shortly after and worked in the restaurant industry for approximately 10 years. He then returned to school as a student at IBC Columbus. Rich had a very successful career as an IBC student. During his time here, Rich was a Work Study and held many offices in the Student Government, including President and Secretary. Since graduating, he has continued his education through his employers, completing many certificate programs. Rich now comes to us with many years of experience in operations management in both manufacturing and distribution, executive level management, and professional sales. In Rich’s own words, “I am very excited to come back to the place that changed my life and made all my success possible”. He is looking forward to helping students find that same kind of success in their lives.
Personal Info:
Rich still lives in Columbus with his wife Jessica and 4 beautiful daughters who are between the ages of 8 months and 11 years old. He enjoys any outdoor activity he can do with his family including many church outreach programs and working in his yard. His favorite months of the year to be in the south central area of Indiana are May and October. His family enjoys all the fall festivals, the Kentucky Derby and the Indy 500.
Kathy England, Director of Financial Aid
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Education:
Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration—Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Bachelors in Business Management—Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Currently pursuing an MBA with an emphasis in Management
Professional Memberships
Indiana Student Financial Aid Association
Related Experience:
Kathy started her career with Indiana Business College in 2001 as the Accounting Assistant. She has taken on any and all roles associated with the Financial Aid Department at the Columbus campus throughout her career. From ordering books to holding student appointments, Kathy takes her position very seriously. The rules and regulations associated with Federal and State student financial assistance are very strict and Kathy takes her responsibilities to the students and the campus very seriously. Her favorite part of her job is knowing that she has assisted students in finding the best FA plan for them as an individual and of course seeing them walk across the stage to receive their degree at graduation.
Professional Accomplishments:
Named Financial Aid Analyst of the Year—2003 & 2006
Personal Information:
When she is not working or being a student herself, Kathy enjoys spending time with her family and friends—especially if that time includes watching sports or target shooting. Kathy is a devoted pet owner to her dog Barkley. She likes reading—John Grisham is her favorite author.
Megan Rains, Financial Aid
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Education
Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration—Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting – Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Currently pursuing a Bachelors in Business Management—Harrison college Indiana Business College
Professional Memberships
Indiana Student Financial Aid Association
Professional Experience
Joined financial aid team at the Columbus campus in March of 2008 and enjoys helping students get a quality education and changing their lives. Prior to Harrison College, Megan worked as an administrative assistant for a small company in Nashville, IN. She also has 12 years experience in the manufacturing environment, as factory laborer then as a specification technician in design.
Personal Information
Megan married her husband Frank in 1996 and promptly had the first of her two children, Lori in 1996 and Adam in 1999. Megan was born and raised in Columbus and currently lives in the downtown area with her family. When not working or doing homework, Megan devotes her time to her family, with both children involved in sports; they are always on the move. She loves to cook and read when she has time.
Anita Miller, Dean
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Education:
B.A. Franklin College
A.A.S Accounting from Ivy Tech
M.B.A Indiana Wesleyan
Professional Experience:
Ms. Miller's previous experience includes careers in retail, publishing, accounting and corporate training. It is her varied professional background and educational experience that have given her the qualities IBC values in instructors. She is able to bring many real-life examples to the many students she has had in classes since 2001.
Personal Information:
Anita not only believes in life long learning, she lives it. She understands the challenges many adult students face. Many of Anita’s degrees were earned while working a full-time job. After teaching Business Classes for several years, she was promoted to Dean at the Columbus Campus. This love of education pervades Anita’s family. Anita’s brother, cousin, grandfather, great aunt, and great uncle were also teachers.
Beth Goodwin, Registrar
Melissa Barnett, Director of Career Services
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Education:
B.A. Communication Studies Indiana University
Currently pursuing M.A. in Communications Studies at Indiana University
Professional Memberships:
Career Development Professionals of Indiana
Columbus Young Professionals
Rainmakers Advisory Board
Nothing but Net- Seymour
Bartholomew County Financial Literacy Coalition
Southern Indiana Human Resource Association
Related Experience:
While attending college, Melissa worked various positions in restaurants and manufacturing. She began working at the Columbus campus as a business instructor. Her favorite classes to teach have been Presentation Skills and Customer Service.
At Harrison College:
Melissa worked as an instructor for 18 months teaching various business and communications courses. She then made the move to the office of Director of Career Services. She enjoys networking throughout the community and is involved in many activities designed to grow relationships that will benefit graduates and students of Harrison College.
Personal Information:
Melissa lives in Seymour, IN and is the mother of two. She enjoys spending time with her children and husband, Andy. Although always in the pursuit of additional education, Melissa finds time to take family trips—sometimes to destinations as far away as Mexico and sometimes just across the state. When she can find the time, she enjoys reading mysteries and true crime novels.
Jeanni Urbahns-Hernandez, Community Liaison
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Education:
Assocaiate of Applied Science-Business Administration--Harrison College-formerly Indiana Business College
Related Experience:
Prior to enrolling at the Columbus campus , Jeanni held many different jobs--most were in manufacturing, retail and food service. Quality control and customer service were areas where she often excelled. After graduation she was employed as an office manager in Noblesville, IN and then a customer service rep and office manager in Pittsburgh, PA.
At IBC:
As a Harrison/IBC graduate, Jeanni enjoyes telling EVERYONE about the college. She likes working with groups like HYCA and C4--opening their eyes to the educational options available to them.
Personal Information:
Jeanni lives in Columbus with her husband and three sons. She enjoys working on DIY-type home projects though admits to being somewhat frightened of many power tools! She enjoys playing around on the computer and loves finding new ways to promote the college locally. You will probably see her around campus with a camera--she loves taking photos but absolutly HATES having her picture taken!
