Sandy Valley Career Fair 

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The University of Akron - Shaina Schwartz

• Admissions Page  The University of Akron is where passion meets possibility. We offer 200 undergraduate degree programs, taught by expert faculty and enhanced by internships and other hands-on learning experiences. Our student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1, providing students with the opportunity to make connections with faculty members.  Within 6 months of graduation 95% of our students were employed or continuing their education.  Over 20,000 employers recruit UA graduates, including Akron Children’s Hospital, Apple, Cleveland Cavaliers, Goodyear, NASA, and more. You can choose from over 300 student clubs and organizations focused on academics, club sports and intramurals, bands and choirs, esports, fraternity and sorority life, and so much more to enhance your college experience.  The University of Akron is an affordable option for students and awards over $260 million in aid annually.  Of our first-year students, 94% receive some form of financial aid.  Every student who applies to The University of Akron is automatically considered for our generous merit-based scholarship awards.  Learn more here!

Aultman College - Lauren Bausch

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John Carroll University - Grace Perella

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Kent State University Stark - Bobbi Groves

• Kent Stark Admissions  Hi, my name is Bobbi Groves and I’m excited to talk with you about Kent State University at Stark at the upcoming College and Career Fair at Sandy Valley! Kent State Stark helps nearly 4,000 students find their passion and develop a roadmap to their future. As Kent State’s largest regional campus, students receive an affordable, university education on a beautiful 200-acre campus with a private college feel. Our student-faculty ratio of 21:1 means Kent State Stark’s 400 faculty and staff are dedicated to encouraging students to achieve their personal and academic goals. Students have the opportunity to begin coursework in 370+ Kent State world-class programs of study or choose from over 25 bachelor’s, associate, and online degrees that can be completed entirely at the Stark Campus. To find out more, visit our website at www.kent.edu/stark.

Kent State University Tuscarawas - Connie Weaver

• Kent Tuscarawas Admissions  Kent State Tuscarawas is one of seven regional campuses in the Kent State University system. We offer both bachelor’s and associate degrees with tuition of $7170/year. Our most popular programs include Vet Tech, Nursing, Engineering Technology, Animation Game Design and Early Childhood Education. Learn More: https://www.kent.edu/tusc    Schedule A Visit: https://www.kent.edu/tusc/visit-campus

Malone University - Jack Yeager

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The University of Mount Union - Savannah Morris                     

• Admissions Page My name is Savannah, and I am the Assistant Director of Admission at the University of Mount Union, I will be representing UMU at the Sandy Valley Career Fair on October 18. I have included a link to our new video below, I think this gives students a great idea of who we are and what we are about. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7mDqLxidZc  The mission of the University of Mount Union is to prepare students for fulfilling lives, meaningful work, and responsible citizenship. We are a small private liberal arts institution with 44 diverse majors with over 40 minors. We are NCAA III with 24 athletic teams plus a variety of intramural athletics. With nearly 100 student organizations, about 90% of our students are involved in at least one campus activity. We have a free application with no deadline and are happy to help with any questions students and families have!

The Ohio State University - ATI (Wooster) - Jill Byers

• Admissions Page  Do you like to work with your hands? Do you want to work outdoors or with plants, animals, or equipment? Do you want to own your own business? These are some of the questions you might ask yourself as you explore Ohio State ATI in Wooster. Here, you can get started in a career in as little as two years, or you can complete the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. In fact, you can start nearly every one of Ohio State’s 200+ majors here and save $3,700+ in tuition per year compared to the Columbus campus. As a top-ranked two-year institution, Ohio State ATI offers the personalized education, hands-on experience, and campus community you’re looking for. And as an Ohio resident, you’re guaranteed admission! Link to online viewbook: https://ati.osu.edu/sites/ati/files/site-library/site-images/2023%20ATI%20Viewbook.pdf        OSU ATI Slideshow

Ohio University - Danica Haverty

• Admissions Page  Ohio University is the oldest public university in the state of Ohio. A little over 20,000 students are undergraduates studying at our residential campus in Athens—our quintessential college town that’s nestled deep in the Appalachian foothills of beautiful Southeast Ohio. No matter what you’re passionate about, we have something for everyone. You can have it all here. We are a R1, D1 institution with programs ranging from Aviation to Psychology to Music and Art Therapy.

Stark State College - Sarah Fiddler

• Admissions Page  What’s it like to be a Stark State student? We could tell you about our fantastic faculty, beautiful facilities, small class sizes, stellar student resources and more, but don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at what our students have to say about SSC. Looking to tour main campus? Take a virtual tour.

Walsh University - Jake Spina

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United States Army - SGT Andrew Graham  330-347-1884   andrew.j.graham31.mil@army.mil

United States Navy -  NC1 (AW) Katharina Tosh   309-212-0756  katharina.m.tosh.mil@us.navy.mil

United States Air Force -  SSgt Avery Hale  330-603-5963  avery.hale@us.af.mil

United States Marines - SSgt Tony Callahan  330-343-0000  tony.callahan@marines.usmc.mil

Ohio Army National Guard -  SGT Austin Brady 330-257-4097  austin.brady.mil@army.mil

Ohio Air National Guard -  SSgt Nicole Baker 419-631-5372  nicole.baker.5@us.af.mil

Apprenticeship Programs

• International Association of Bridge Structural and Ornamental Iron Workers - Local No. 550  - Shawn McCartney   http://www.iw550.org/apprentices

• Electrical Trades Center of Greater Stark County -  Canton JATC / IBEW Local No. 540 - Damus Cole    http://www.cantonjatc.org/apprenticeships/       Mission:  The mission of the Electrical Trades Center of Greater Stark County is to provide education and training programs that enable men and women to secure positions in the electrical construction industry. Purpose: The Canton Electrical JATC ensures that the people and pathways are in place to provide the electrical industry the most highly trained and skilled workforce possible.

• Plumbers and Pipefitters - Local No. 94 - Dana Shanower  https://plumbersandpipefitterslocalunion94.com/

Employers

• Hendrickson - International (Navarre) - Sophia Kiriakou      https://www.hendrickson-intl.com/work-for-us     At Hendrickson, we commit to serving the transportation industry with innovative products that help improve productivity and profitability. Across the globe, our dedicated employees champion Hendrickson’s proud heritage through creativity, integrity and superior service. Our legacy embodies 100 years as the leading innovator and manufacturer of suspension systems and components for the global heavy-duty vehicle industry. Hendrickson is the world’s leading supplier of truck, tractor and trailer suspensions; auxiliary lift axle systems; steel leaf springs, and metal bumpers for the heavy-duty transportation industry across the globe. With operations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, Hendrickson is a major supplier to every North American heavy-duty truck and trailer original equipment manufacturer, as well as many manufacturers in Europe, Australia, Mexico, Japan, Korea, India and Latin America.  Hendrickson Join Our Team Video

• H-P Products - Lauren Frederick / Abbie Keleman     https://www.h-pproducts.com/careers/ Since 1945, H-P Products, Inc., premier manufacturer of central vacuums and tubing-related products, has established an internationally recognized operation developed on the genuine principles of producing high-quality products, while servicing the needs of a wide customer base. Superior service and performance practices that key executives have instilled in the company have positioned H-P as a leader in the tubular products and central vacuum industries.

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• Marathon - Rob Dugan      https://www.marathonpetroleum.com/Jobs/  Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.  Our Canton refinery is located 60 miles southeast of Cleveland, Ohio, and has a crude oil refining capacity of 100,000 barrels per calendar day (bpcd). In December of 2014, a condensate splitter was installed, increasing the refinery’s capacity to process condensate from the Utica shale region. The refinery processes sweet and sour crude oils into gasoline, distillates, asphalt, roofing flux, propane, refinery-grade propylene and slurry. Product distribution occurs through pipeline, transport truck and rail. Refining Virtual Reality Tour (VR) - YouTube

• Novelis - TJ Crawford     https://www.novelis.com/careers/     Novelis Information Sheet

• Ohio Department of Transportation - Becky Giaque    https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/about-us/jobs  ODOT: A Great Place to Work Video

• Ohio Gratings, Inc - Michael McKinney     https://www.ohiogratings.com/careers/   Ohio Gratings, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of aluminum, carbon and stainless-steel bar grating and metal products—all proudly made in the USA. We deliver a blend of artistry, safety, and innovation that’s unmatched. From design and manufacturing to custom fabrication, our grating experts partner with customers to deliver custom solutions that exceed expectations. We are the nation’s only privately owned, full-line grating manufacturer, home to more than 600 skilled associates committed to exceptional customer service and delivering on our mission to “Make It Right and Ship When Promised.” Upcoming Open House October 26th from 4:00 to 6:00 for students, families, and prospective employees! 5299 Southway St SW Canton  OGI Open House Flyer

• Wheeling & Erie Railroad - Kelly Joseph         https://www.wlerwy.com/company/jobs/

• South Stark Career Academy Career-Technical Consortium - Josh Kern  southstark.org 

• Stark County Library - Lynne Herstine         Stark County Libary - Sandy Valley Branch   Stark County Libary Jobs & Careers Resources

• Sandy Valley College Credit Plus - Dennis Trenger    Sandy Valley CCP Course Offerings   Sandy Valley CCP Information Night Preview