Cosmetology

NMJC PTK Hosts Christmas Party for Lea County Foster Children

12/8/2008 6:36:57 PM - Hobbs, NM. On Tuesday, December 2, 2008, approximately 160 children in Lea County were treated to an evening of fun, food, and festivities at the Lea County Event Center, thanks to a New Mexico Junior College student organization.

Members of NMJC's Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) honor society, assisted by volunteers from NMJC's faculty and staff, hosted the event in honor of the County's foster children. To make the evening complete, Santa Claus arrived to preside over the event and distribute gifts to all the good boys and girls.

According to Maria Vick, Coordinator for NMJC's Cosmetology program, who is this year's co-sponsor for PTK along with Professor of Cosmetology Maria McCreesh, the organization annually receives a list of names of Lea County foster children from Child Protective Services prior to the event. This year, more than 150 names were received, and within several days NMJC personnel had spoken for all names on the list. According to Vick, the success of the annual event is due to the committed and generous individuals who assist.

"These kids are so deserving, " she said, "and to get to help make their Christmas a little brighter is something that PTK and NMJC genuinely enjoy doing. It's amazing how everyone enjoys coming together for such a worthwhile event."

PTK holds several events throughout the year in order to sponsor the annual Christmas party, which has been held for the last eight years. According to Vick, there will be other fundraisers, such as a book drive, in which donated books will be sold to a book company that helps fight illiteracy. Other events will be announced in the spring.

For more information about PTK, please call Maria Vick at 492-2850.

NMJC Cosmetology Cut-A-Thon

10/24/2008 10:10:41 AM - Hobbs, NM. The New Mexico Junior College's cosmetology crew will be holding a scholarship fundraiser on Saturday, November 8, 2008. Everyone is welcome at the "Cut-A-Thon." This is a great time to update looks while helping out the hardworking students in the cosmetology program.

Whether it is a haircut, manicure, pedicure, facial, or awesome-looking nail art, all services are just $5.00 each. Funds go to provide scholarships to current and future cosmetology students.

"Our students are great at what they do," said Coordinator and Professor of Cosmetology Maria Vick. "The 'Cut-A-Thon' is a great way to show off their talents while helping provide them with scholarships to continue their education."

The "Cut-A-Thon" is an all-day event, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but is for one day only. No appointment is needed; just drop by the Watson Hall Cosmetology Department on the NMJC campus.

For more information, please contact the Cosmetology Department at (575) 492-2848.

Area Students Excel at State SkillsUSA Competition

Back row: Homer Youngblood, Desiree Garcia, Trevor Bellows, Saul Bolivar, Adrion Ontiveros, Harley Rodriguez, David Moghaddam. Front row: Abbie Potts, Sabra Mapp, Celene Sepulveda, Judith Pinon, Mercedes Calderon, Kidra Hand-Moreno, Monica Rico.

4/8/2008 - Hobbs, NM. Fifteen local high school and college-level students participated in the state level SkillsUSA conference held in Albuquerque April 3-5. SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers, high school students, and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations.

From the college level, the six-member team of Mercedes Calderon, Kidra Hand-Moreno, Sabra Mapp, Judith Pinon, Monica Rico, and Celene Sepulveda competed in the Opening/Closing Ceremonies and placed first. Also from the college level, cosmetology student Abbie Potts placed third in Job Skills Demonstration A.

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NMJC Cosmetology Show Winners Announced

3/14/2008 - Hobbs, NM. The Spring 2008 Cosmetology Hair and Nail Show, held Friday, March 14, in Watson Hall, featured Fantasy as its theme. And judging from the wildly colorful and diverse creations, the assignment was fully met.

First place winner was "The Peacock," created by the team of Britney Ramirez, manager; Maria Gomez, hair; Marcela Mendoza, make-up; and Andrea Chance, nails.

Second place went to "Mardi Gras," which was created by Stephanie Arcidez, manager; Elizabeth Martinez, hair; ClaudiaPueblo, make-up; and Sabra Mapp, nails.

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NMJC SkillsUSA Students Win at State Competition

4/25/2007 - Hobbs, NM. (front row l to r): Trevor Bellows, Crystal Tarango, Audrey Madrid (middle row l to r): Gloria Rangel, Samantha Flowers, Amy Ojeda (back row l to r): advisor Jarred Storms, Kenny Remple, advisor Homer Youngblood, sponsor Jill Henning, sponsor Shelby McCorvey (not pictured): Cynthia Carrizoza and sponsor Robin Porter

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NMJC Cosmetology Mentors Junior Girl Scouts

4/13/2007 - Hobbs, NM. The New Mexico Junior College Cosmetology I Class recently mentored 13 Junior Girl Scouts. While learning about the importance of proper hand sanitation, which will help toward badge recognition, the young ladies were treated to manicures.

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NMJC's LCCF Students Create Mannequins for Show

3/20/2007 - Hobbs, NM. New Mexico Junior College Cosmetology Department's Hot Nights, City Lights hair show, held Saturday, March 17, highlighted not only work of the students on campus, but work from the students at the Lea County Correctional Facility as well.

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NMJC Cosmetology Prepares Students

2/23/2007 - Hobbs, NM. The Cosmetology Department at New Mexico Junior College has helped prepare 10 students who are in their fourth and final semester of training for issues they will encounter once they graduate NMJC and begin their careers.

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NMJC Cosmetology's In-House Hair Show

11/10/2006 - Hobbs, NM. New Mexico Junior College Cosmetology will host an in-house hair show Monday, November 20, 2006, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

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