Antonelli College Announces New Degree Program: Social Media Management
Antonelli College’s new program prepares students for variety of professions in a growing career field, meeting the needs of local companies looking to grow their business through social media.

Cincinnati, OH– Antonelli College is now offering a Social Media Management Associate degree at both their downtown Cincinnati campus, located at 124 East 7^th Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, and their West Chester, Ohio, campus, located at 9100 West Chester Towne Centre Road,  West Chester Township, OH 45069.      

“Social media continues to drive business decisions and influence our lives,” said Phyllis Forney, Campus President of Antonelli College’s West Chester Campus. “Social media is an under-utilized resource for many businesses.  Our degree program is not just for students who seek a career in social media, but companies who seek to tap the marketing power and influence of new media.”

Social media marketing students will not only gain an understanding of different social media channels and how to effectively apply them to meet business goals, but will also understand how to select the right social media tool for a campaign, and how to measure and collect data to understand the value behind social media.  In addition, the degree will give students a strong background in marketing, public relations, communications, customer service, and social media applications.

As a specialist in the field, graduates will work in positions such as Social Media Strategist, Social Media Marketing Manager, Blogger/Social Media Content Manager, Online Community Manager, Search Engine Marketing Associate, and Public Relations Brand Manager.

“Our goal is to make sure our graduates acquire the skills companies are looking for in employees focused on social media,” Karen Gautreau, Campus President of Antonelli College’s Cincinnati campus, explained. “We’re working with local businesses and studying current trends and technology to keep the degree content relevant.”

Antonelli College is currently accepting student applications for Social Media Management.  For more information, contact Phyllis Forney at 513/330-6807.

ABOUT ANTONELLI COLLEGE
Antonelli College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), registration number # 90-03-1270-T. It offers students the opportunity to develop their gifts and talents in the arts, business and IT, health and well-being or medical into professional skills. A well-known asset of the visual arts community in Cincinnati, Ohio since 1947, Antonelli College offers degree programs at both their downtown and West Chester locations as well as two campuses in Mississippi, and online.

Learn more about the opportunities at Antonelli College, read our blog, or join our social communities on Facebookand Twitter.

Expecting Growth, Antonelli College Adds New Employees
With additional programs, Antonelli College adds staff in Cincinnati and West Chester locations.

Cincinnati, OH– Antonelli is adding Social Media Management and Patient Advocacy programs, and has hired staff to meet the needs of the additional students.  Phyllis Forney has joined Antonelli College as Campus President in West Chester.  Gregory Walker will join Phyllis as an Admission’s Representative in West Chester, and Lindsey Elder will work as Career Services Coordinator at the Cincinnati campus.

This is an exciting time at Antonelli College,” said Karen Gautreau, Campus President of Antonelli College’s Cincinnati Campus. “As we roll out new programs, our focus continues to be on our students and ensuring their success.”

Phyllis has worked in higher education for more than twenty-five years and brings a history of achievement in leading college campuses and working with students.  She began her career in admissions with Tampa College in Florida, and has worked at colleges around the country, employed in positions including Campus Director, Campus President, Director of Admissions, and Regional Director of Admissions.  With Antonelli College, Phyllis will lead the West Chester campus as the school introduces new programs, adds new students, and continues to build relationships in the community.  Her primary focus will be ensuring exceptional student outcomes. 

Gregory joins Antonelli College as an Admission’s Representative in West Chester.  He received a BA in Communications from Northern Kentucky University, and previously worked as an Assistant Director of Admissions for both the Art Institute of Ohio Cincinnati and Fortis College.  Gregory will represent the college to incoming students and their families, and ensure a successful transition into college for the students.

Lindsey Elder, recently hired as Career Services Coordinator with Antonelli College, received her BS and MSA from the Central Michigan University.  Previously, she worked at Central Michigan University and the University of Michigan.  As the Career Services Coordinator, she will work closely with students and graduates of Antonelli College to prepare them for their career and enhance job placement.

ABOUT ANTONELLI COLLEGE
Antonelli College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), registration number # 90-03-1270-T. It offers students the opportunity to develop their gifts and talents in the arts, business and IT, health and well-being or medical into professional skills. A well-known asset of the visual arts community in Cincinnati, Ohio since 1947, Antonelli College offers degree programs at both their downtown and West Chester locations as well as two campuses in Mississippi, and online.

Learn more about the opportunities at Antonelli College, read our blog, or join our social communities on Facebookand Twitter.

Homes of Hope
Antonelli College visits Homes of Hope for Christmas

Students, Faculty and Staff of Antonelli College spent an evening making the holiday season a little brighter for the children living at Homes of Hope. Kim Richardson, Dwanna Toney, Judy Edwards, Johna Barker and Joseph Starkey visited the facility bringing Santa Claus, pizza and goodies to the 14 children housed at the facility.

Homes of Hope for Children is the vision of Dr. Michael Garrett .The mission of Homes of Hope for Children is to serve children in crisis throughout Mississippi by providing strong, Christian homes to every child that lives on campus while ensuring that each child is loved unconditionally and has their physical, spiritual and emotional needs met. They have one home for boys and one home for girls. Seven children live in each home with a set of full-time house parents.

Antonelli College donated a Christmas tree to the girl’s cottage, digital cameras for both cottages, pajamas and stockings for all the children, gifts for the house parents, as well as gift cards for Christmas dinner. “All of us were moved by the experience to say the least,” said Kim Richardson, Dean of Students, “we colored, ate pizza, and played derby cars in the middle of the den.”

Antonelli College is committed to helping their students grow both personally and professionally by teaching students to give back to their community.

Four Future Antonelli Grads Pass Mississippi State Board Exams

Congratulations to future graduates Misty Byrd of Richton, Christopher Harrison of Heidelberg, Tiffany Irwin of Laurel, and Clementine McAllister of Prentiss for your accomplishments and passing the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy Licensure Exam.

“Passing this exam will enable these students to become Licensed Massage Therapists and will qualify them to work anywhere in the state,” said Rob Kennedy, Department Chair of Massage Therapy at Antonelli College. “I am so proud of our instructors Allison Butler and Jenny Marable, but most of all, I am proud of our students. They have all worked really hard and I believe they will be very successful in their chosen career field.”

Each of these students has great intentions in the field of massage therapy. Their proven participation in workshops, community service, and clinics will place them in the most desirable positions for employment or self-created work situation. We know that with the level of instructors offered at Antonelli coupled with this recent 100% pass rate, other graduates of our College will pass the exam and create new career opportunities for themselves. You can be one of them.

Antonelli College is a technical college that offers quality training that is essential for students who wish to acquire the skills necessary to gain a competitive edge in the world today. Antonelli empowers individuals by providing quality, career focused education and the development of life changing skills.Training programs offered by Antonelli are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in nine medical and business programs combined.

If you have any additional questions or would like more photos of the event please contact me at 601.583.4100. Thank you.

Antonelli College Photography Graduates Show Work at Local Gallery
Antonelli College 2011 photography graduates showcase their work at art gallery Pop Revolution.

Cincinnati, OH: December 9, 2011 – Six recent graduates of the Antonelli College photography program will be showing their art work at the cutting edge art gallery Pop Revolution in historic downtown Mason, OH.

"Our students are producing truly exceptional work," said Andrea Millette, Photography Department Chair of Antonelli College in Cincinnati, Ohio. "This is an opportunity for them to showcase their work, and for the public to see the talent and passion our graduates have for the art of photography."

The graduates presenting their work are: Matthew Baylor of Hamilton, OH; Dana Christman of Cincinnati, OH; Toni Florence of Bellevue, KY; Sara Hunter of Monroe, OH; James Payton of Hamilton, OH; and Ashley Zych of Burlington, KY.

"This is the chance to present these graduates to the public, introduce them and their work to the community, and help them start their career as photographers," said John Engelman, a photography instructor at Antonelli College. "And this is a chance for the community to see the tremendous artwork these graduates are producing. We're proud of them."

Pop Revolution is open to the public, and is located at 105 East Main Street, Mason, OH 45040, with free parking in the rear of the building. There will be an open reception for the graduates on Friday, December 16th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at the gallery. Refreshments will be served at the reception.