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Cosmetology Academy students win at the 2007 Total Look Team Competition
Congratulations to The Cosmetology Academy for their success at the 2007 Total Look Team Competition sponsored by the PA Barber and Cosmetology Association.
It was held October 20 and 21 in Williamsport, Pa. The theme was
"A Semi-Formal High School Prom" and our students placed first in the following categories:
Kelsey Galbraith: hair design and men's cutting
Adrienne Hapchuk: make-up
Amanda Stephen: nail design
Model was Megan Pogyor
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Douglas Education Center Student To Compete In Miss Pennsylvania USA Pageant
Monessen, PA-- Douglas Education Center student, Constance Sibert, has recently been selected to compete in the Miss Pennsylvania USA Pageant.
Sibert, a Claysville, PA resident and graduate of McGuffey High School, is a 20-year-old cosmetology student, specializing in skin care. After her sister gave her a packet she received about the pageant, Sibert sent in her picture and was ultimately selected as a contestant after judges reviewed her paperwork and conducted some phone interviews.
"I am really looking forward to competing in this pageant. I have never done anything like this before, and I know the experience will be amazing," Sibert said.
This year, Pittsburgh plays host city to the pageant, which is being held November 16-18, 2007 in the Grand Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport Hotel. The pageant will consist of an interview, swimsuit, and evening gown competition.
"Constance has always been a very good student, as well as a professional young woman. I am very proud of her and wish her all the best on this exciting journey," said Karen Nelson, Director of Cosmetology at Douglas Education Center.
Sibert will graduate in May from Douglas and her future plans are to work in a salon and hopefully one day, open her own.
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Instructor Craig Jennion chosen to represent the Pittsburgh Society of Illustrators
Congratulations to Craig Jennion, Douglas Education Center instructor, on being a featured artist for the Pittsburgh Society of Illustrators for his interpretation of a piece of Pittsburgh history. Featured in Pittsburgh Quarterly, a publication covering Pittsburgh’Äôs most vibrant, evocative and sophisticated photography, illustrations and writing, Jennion went up against some of the best in the area. His work will be displayed at the Heinz History museum beginning November 17 and could even move on to the Smithsonian.
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From Left to Right: Andrew Solan - GRC Executive Board, Kevin Fear - Director of Marketing,
Jeffrey D. Imbrescia - President, Josh Retos - Property Manager, Tom Mimidis - GRC Vice President
Douglas chosen as the Business of the Month at the GRC!
Douglas Education Center has been selected as the August Business of the Month by the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce (GRC).¬Ý Douglas has been an integral part of the Mon Valley since it first opened in 1904 as a basic business and secretarial school.¬Ý While it continues to offer business and medical programs, the last decade has brought dramatic change to the curriculum and that has resulted in explosive growth.¬Ý In addition to the state-of-the-art Cosmetology Academy, Douglas also offers degree programs in Graphic and Web Design, Illustration and Airbrush, and the groundbreaking Tom Savini Special Makeup Effects Program.¬Ý The Savini program has enrolled students from over 46 states and the first international student enrolled last summer.¬Ý
The expansion continues in spring 2008 with the addition of Tom Savini’Äôs Digital Film Production Program.¬Ý This program will train students in the direction, production, and technical aspects of film making.¬Ý It has been designed to work in conjunction with existing arts programs giving students hands-on experience with props, set design, wardrobe, and makeup.
Visit the Greater Rostraver Chamber of Commerce website here:
www.greaterrostraverchamber.org
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Graphic Design student wins award!
Image Time Inc., Located in Perryopolis, recently sponsored an art contest with the aim of adding a design to its custom collection.
Mark Condello of South Park, a second-semester student at Douglas Education Center, won the competition. Mark who works part-time as a graphic designer at his dad's business decided to attend Douglas' Graphic Design and Web Program to enhance his skills and experience.
Founded 18 years ago, Image Time Inc., manufactures custom - made neon clocks. It has supplied, supported and developed complete licensed programs for such companies as Miller Brewing Co., General Motors and Harley Davidson.
We wanted to add to our custom collection a hotrod neon clock, designed by local art students," Bob McKeown, Image Time president, said.
McKeown presented a 20 inch neon clock with Condello's original hotrod design, along with a certificate of achievement, to Condello.
Clocks manufactured by Image Time are offered for employee recognition, sale incentive programs and in-house and point-of purchase sales presence. the company's craftsmen hand make each clock.
The new clock with Condello's design will be added to Image Time's full line of custom made neon clocks that can be viewed online at www.neonclock.com
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Regional Chamber honors firms, leaders for success
Two longtime businesses, a major health and human services agency, and two men committed to community service were recognized at the annual Awards Dinner of the Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce held October 26th, 2006.
More than 100 persons attended the event in the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital to help honor to the following:
Douglas opened in 1904 at 506 McKean Avenue in Charleroi, a site now occupied by Ducoeur Furniture, and has been located in Monessen for many years. Imbrescia recognized Andrew Solan of Rostraver Township, a former owner of Douglas Business School who was in attendance, for his "efforts in helping the business grow." He also pointed out that Douglas now offers medical, technology, special effects, graphics and cosmetology at its sites in Monessen. "We are blessed with a highly skilled and qualified staff and administration," he said. "They are committed to making sure our students graduate and that the employers who hire our graduates are satisfied."
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