Showing posts with label Mesa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mesa. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

EVIT Firefighters adopt a family for the Holidays

Fire Fighting students from Terry Baugher's class adopted a family of four who were recommended by the Foundation for Burns and Trauma, Inc. The father is the sole provider for the family and has been receiving treatment for second and third degree burns from the Arizona Bun Center for a month.

Instructor, Terry Baugher's class bought over $660.00 worth of gifts, food, and household items that are being delivered to the Forever Courage House today. Forever Courage House is a temporary living facility available for use by families of burn victims and the patient when returning for treatment at the Arizona Burn Center.

Visit http://www.azburn.org/ to learn how you can donate time, money, or items to this worthy organization.

Friday, December 3, 2010

EVIT Health students went "green" to HOSA Conference

45 Health Occupations students and five advisors at East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) used a "green" approach to attend their HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Fall Leadership Conference. They walked across the street and took the light rail.Located at the end of the Light Rail, EVIT students took advantage of the public transportation to attend the annual event. Students learned about exciting careers in military medicine and life in the operating room. They especially enjoyed the opening and closing sessions talking about all the opportunities for students who participate in HOSA and their futures in health care careers.

EVIT Instructor Jon Howell was recognized for being selected to serve during the National Convention this year. Howell and EVIT Instructor Sharon Black conducted a session on "How to Win" in the HOSA Bowl.

EVIT provides Health Care training for more than 900 high school students in the east valley.

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Test drive a new Chevy and EVIT gets a donation!

Thorobred Chevrolet is hoping to send lots of money to East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT). And, you can help! Anyone in the community is invited to test drive a new Chevrolet at Thorobred by November 22nd, and General Motors will contribute $25.00 to EVIT.

It's supposed to be a beautiful weekend, so head over to Thorobred Chevrolet located on Arizona Avenue, just South of Elliot Road. Test drive any new Chevrolet and receive a validation code. Go online, enter your code, and EVIT will receive a $25.00 donation. It couldn't be easier.


Friday, November 12, 2010

ACF Chefs competing at EVIT

The East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) Culinary kitchen is always humming with activity, but today it wasn't EVIT Culinary students causing the excitement. The Arizona state team of chefs competing for the Robert Bland Culinary Salon were creating the stir.
The judges gave the count and at the signal to begin, the chefs darted to the sink to wash their hands to begin preparation for the competition. The judges scrutinized every move of the competing chefs who were working as a team.


The competition is sponsored by the American Culinary Federation and is a three day event being held on the EVIT campus.

Monday, November 8, 2010

Become a Fan of EVIT on Facebook!

EVIT has over 800 Facebook fans, and this week we are hoping to grow to 1200. We need your help! Become a fan of EVIT by Monday, November 15th and you will be included in a random drawing to win a $25.00 i-Tunes gift card. Share EVIT with all your friends so we can reach our goal and draw for our very first prize.

Simply go to www.facebook.com, look for East Valley Institute of Technology or EVIT and become a fan! Besides being in a drawing for a gift card, you will also be able to follow all the great things your friends are doing on campus.

See you on Facebook!

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

EVIT Students have Penny Wars for United Way

The gloves are off and East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) Mesa United Way Teams are competing to see which students can collect the most pennies. But it isn't just nice penny collecting. Students can sabotage the other teams by putting larger valued coins and paper money into their opponents' jars. The team has to remove an equal value of pennies for all larger denominations...so some of the teams are already in the "hole" for the competition, but garnering big donations for Mesa United Way.

Assemblies were held for all EVIT students with pep rallies led by the four Team Leaders who oversee EVIT's forty programs.

EVIT was honored with the "Heart of Mesa" Award for Mesa United Way in Spring 2010. It is the commitment of the students, staff and administration to be creative and participate on every level for this great organization.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

EVIT Law students teach Halloween safety

Three, four and five year old Head Start students took a field trip to the opposite side of the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) campus to learn about Halloween safety from EVIT Law Enforcement students.
The children viewed a slideshow featuring the importance of wearing properly fitted, flame-retardant costumes, as well as candy and Trick-Treating safety. The Law students gave them glow sticks and reminded them to use them as flashlights. Above all, they learned that they must stay with an adult, older sibling, or group when Trick-or-Treating on Halloween or any festival event.

Head Start students were greeted by McGruff, the crime dog and were given coloring books, balloons and candy.
Finally they got to crawl into a police replica squad car to see firsthand what it looks like inside, while the Law students explained all the features,

It was a great reminder to the children to stay safe during the Halloween festivities this weekend.

Monday, October 25, 2010

Half of EVIT students still have Perfect Attendance!

East Valley Institute of Technogy (EVIT) students filled the EVIT auditorium three times to celebrate completing another grade period with perfect attendance. Thanks to contributions from Thorobred Chevrolet, two cars are the incentives to be at school every day.


All EVIT students are in competition for a car that will be spruced up by EVIT's Automotive Technology and Collision Repair classes. But, this year EVIT seniors will have another chance to win a brand new Chevy Cruze as part of General Motors' Chevy Drive for Perfection contest.

Steve Marley, Service Manager of Thorobred Chevrolet, says that this is a chance for industry to promote a perfect attendance work ethic while students are still in training. The drawing will take place on May 23rd!

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

EVIT staff wonders "What happened to oranges?"

East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) students practiced the "stick" for blood draws on EVIT staff members. Angel Navarrette, Administrative Assistant at EVIT agreed to be an authentic test for future Medical Assistants. Historically, oranges have been used to practice the "stick" but, let's face it, oranges don't complain if it hurts or you miss the vein. The EVIT program insists upon the real thing.

Medical Assistants are in high demand in medical offices because they provide front office expertise and direct patient care.

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Friday, October 1, 2010

EVIT Interior Design students head outside

East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) Interior Design students became "Exterior" Design students today as they studied and analyzed the outside of EVIT buildings.The morning students took advantage of comfortable temperatures and studied and drew the EVIT architecture, paying attention to spatial differentiation and depth perception. The afternoon students stayed inside and took in the tall ceilings in the lobby of the Administration Building for their studies.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Parents celebrate Back to School Night

Hundreds of parents and students braved the monsoon Tuesday night to see all the exciting things going on in classes at EVIT.

The annual back to school night was designed for parents to meet the teachers and principal and check out their student's classroom. Principal James Fisher was on hand to greet parents and direct them to their classrooms.


EVIT students were proud to show off their newly learned skills in the latest technology.

Watch for Tech Fest on Saturday, January 29th when students and their industry partners will showcase the latest and greatest in their field.