Immediate Release
September 1, 2010
Batavia, Ohio. “When our lights are on, we welcome the community to stop in for a visit. In fact, I might sign you up for a class or two while you’re here,” said a smiling UC Clermont Dean Dr. Gregory Sojka, who will also oversee operations at UC East. This will be a very busy fall for Dr. Sojka and his staff. On Wednesday, September 22, 2010, UC East, located at 1981 James Sauls Senior Drive in Batavia, will officially open its doors to approximately 400 students, while nearby UC Clermont is experiencing a record enrollment of 4,000 students.
On a recent tour of UC East, occupying 82,000 square feet of what used to be a Ford transmission plant, Dr. Sojka paused to talk about the many opportunities available at the facility that have transformed old offices into high tech laboratories and classrooms. “I hope that when people walk through the doors of UC East they are impressed with the building and all we have to offer,” said Dr. Sojka. “UC Clermont will operate the first floor of the structure with a variety of allied health programs for students interested in becoming a respiratory therapist assistant, nursing assistant, EMT, or paramedic.” The second floor will be occupied by the UC College of Nursing and Allied Health that will offer bachelor degree programs.
“This brand new center for learning provides affordable and accessible options to the community,” said Dr. Sojka. “UC Clermont and UC East will work closely with local businesses and schools to increase the number of local college graduates who can move on to great jobs close to home. This is an exciting time of growth and hope for the University of Cincinnati and the local community.”
While electricians work to finish overhead wiring, computer stations are readied, and a variety of equipment is rolled into classrooms for student lessons, Dr. Sojka said he is already thinking about and discussing other possible programs to be offered at UC East. “We want UC East and UC Clermont to be the first choice of those planning a course of study beyond high school. Our doors are open.”
Pictured above: UC Clermont Dean Dr. Gregory Sojka will also oversee UC East
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For additional information about this or other county news, contact Clermont County Communications Director Kathy Lehr at (513) 732-7597 or by e-mail, klehr@co.clermont.oh.us.