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News & Features Page 2 1 lie News Argus 1 iicsdav, December 7, 2010 \\'\v’\\.lhene\\SfUgiis.c()ni Students participate in WFU mock counseling class Ebony S. Smith Staff Reporter esinillil09it>wssii.edu How often have you engaged in experiences to advance your academia outside the Winston Salem State community? A group of WSSU students recently took advantage of the opportunity to join and partici pate in a graduate level course at Wake Forest University. Students from different majors attended a master's level course for counseling taught by Debbie Newsome Nov. 18, which focused on systematic integration of basic techniques critical to the coun seling process. Cecile Yancu, a WSSU sociol- ogy professor received an invi tation for students to shadow a graduate class and experience what academic life after under grad. "For me, the most impor tant part of the students taking advantage of the opportunity was the fact that so many of these opportunities exist, and students simply do not grab them," Yancu said. "1 was excited about taking a group of students to WFU, and exploring with them the pos sibilities after acquiring their undergraduate degree." The class began with a quiz on myths about suicide. Questions ranged from which demographic possessed the highest suicide rate, to which method of suicide occurred most frequently. Both groups of students viewed a slideshow presenta tion from Newsome on Suicide Risk Assessment, and learned the ways in which counsel ing services can be essential to preventing an at-risk patient from committing or attempting suicide. "I thought the subject con tent for the day we attended was great," said Kenya Garris, a junior sociology major from Winston-Salem. "The facts presented to us were very eye opening, and 1 learned that suicide is the 11th leading cause of death which was surprising." Following the slideshow and lecture was a simulated intake interview, where a Newsome's former student played the role of a middle-aged mother expe riencing depression and pos sibly at risk for committing suicide. The students assessed the situation of 'Janelle Tennebe' by assuming the role of her counselor. From having the conversa tion with the patient, the stu dents revealed that she pre sented all warning signs of someone at risk of suicide. David Ford, an assistant hall director at WSSU, assisted the students in assessing Tennebe's case. Ford issued the confidenti ality brief for the patient and helped to guide students in asking open-ended questions when dealing with an at-risk CAMPUS CRIME BLOTTER The Campus Crime Blotter is a concise summary of the up- to-date incidents that affect the Winston-Salem State campus and community. Certain incidents may lead to News Argus articles that discuss them at great length. Tuesday, Nov. 16 At 3:15 a.m. speakers and an amp were stolen from an automobile in Lot W. There is no further information at this time. The case is closed. At 10:20 p.m. an individual was reported communicating threats at Wilson Hall. A housing report was generated regarding the matter. There is no further information at this time. The case is closed. Wednesday, Nov. 17 At 6:45 a.m. an officer investigated a hit- and-run incident at Lot Q that involved a shuttle bus. Footage of the area has been reviewed. There is no further information at this time. The case is closed. At 10:45 a.m. an officer was called to the mail room in the Thompson Center to speak with a student who was hired by a company to process certain packages. Documentation supported the action and the student was released and there are no charges pending. There is no further information at this time. Thursday, Nov. 18 At 11:23 a.m. an unknown individual was tailgating a student's automobile. When the student stopped at a stoplight, the individual exited the car and shouted at the student. There is no further information at this time. The case is closed. patient. "The best component of the experience was when the stu dents were put in the place of the counselor and were allowed to assess the client," Ford said. Newsome and Yancu both said they looked forward to making opportunities like these available again in the near future for students on both campuses. "I think it is great for stu dents who may have an inter est in going into Counseling, or anything of the like, after receiving their bachelor's degree, to be able to explore all of their options," Yancu said. "For me, it is also a wonder ful experience as a teacher to be able to showcase the abili ties of the brilliant and talented students [here] on the campus of WSSU." The students said that the opportunity sparked an inter est in something new, and that they would look into career possibilities relating to coun seling . "I would love to work with inmates, incarcerated, and upon release, and help them learn how to successfully inte grate back into society," Garris said. "Being able to attend the course at WFU showed me the possibilities of utilizing my degree after WSSU. " Ford said he has hopes for students after the shadowing experience. "I hope the students take a different perspective on the helping professions, specifi cally counseling, and will want to learn more about the field, as opposed to other helping professions like clinical psy chology and social work," Ford said. "I also hope the students will consider furthering their education after earning the bachelor's degree." Comm6nC6m6nt continued from Page 1 Saturday, Nov. 20 At 2 a.m. surveillance revealed that two Carolina Hall employees were involved in minor larcenies on campus for a period of time. An employee admitted to taking sev eral miscellaneous items and an arrest was made. There is no further information at this time. At 8:18 p.m. an officer investigated the possible theft of a laptop from Wilson Hall. There were no leads. The laptop was found the next day in the Wilson Hall stairway. There is no further information at this time. The case is closed. Monday, Nov. 22 At 3:12 p.m. a student at Gleason-Hairston reported being assaulted by another individ ual for an untoown reason. The student did require medical attention and did not want to press criminal charges. Both individu als were issued campus appearance tickets. There is no further information at this time. At 11:30 p.m. a burnt marijuana odor was reported at W'ilson Hall Items were seized and placed into property. Individuals involved were issued campus appearance tickets. Criminal charges are pending. Tuesday, Nov. 23 A vehicle crash involving North Carolina Vehicle Motor Fleet occurred at the Physical Plant. A report was generated. There is no further information at this time. The case is closed. Source: WSSU Department of Police and Public Safety Compiled by Myiesha Speight, Nexvs Argus Contributor Reaves said. "Final grades are due Dec.15 and commencement is the Dec.l7. It's just not enough time." An average of 480 students completes their coursework in the fall and approximately 800 students graduate in spring semesters. Spring graduations will have about 1,300 students. "What we plan to do is invite everyone to come back for the spring graduations," Reaves said. "But we also need to move to more modern gradu ations where students get acknowledged in their colleges instead of the entire institu tion." Clifford A. Jones, the pas tor at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Charlotte, is the Fall 2010 commencement speaker. Cam©ra continued fronn Page 1 Fuller said that he and Osman have asked several stu dents about the camera. "I haven't accused anyone. All I know is what I've done," Fuller said. Jeter said that the Mass Communications Department will have to move some money around to replace it, but he is hoping to recover the camera. SARGUS.CO HENEWSARGUSXOM All New Mattress Sets In Manufacturer’s Plastic & With Warranty Twin Sets Start at $89 Full Sets Start at $99 Queen Sets Start at $109 King Sets Start at $191 25% Student Discounts off list prices, Delivery, and Free Layaway Available upon request. Mattress Outlet: 336-992-0025 Located only minutes from WSSU campus.
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