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Mohegan Sun Hits The Jackpot With NEIT


Bob Yurovchak (r) Refrigeration and Air Conditioning instructor, poses with his students from Mohegan Sun
The Center for Technology and Industry at New England Tech has entered into a long-term training relationship with Mohegan Sun of Uncasville, CT. Mohegan Sun is the newest destination resort facility in the region, boasting a brand new 34-story, 1,176-room hotel and convention center. The Mohegan Sun Arena accommodates professional sporting events and concerts, and its casinos have over 6000 slot machines and dozens of gaming tables.
   The Center for Technology and Industry, working closely with Gordon Preiss, Chair of Refrigeration/Air-Conditioning Technology, and Dan Webster, Central Plant Manager of Mohegan Sun and also a 1991 graduate of NEIT, developed a customized training program focusing on the refrigeration and air-conditioning systems within Mohegan Sun. All training is being held at Mohegan Sun where classroom and lab facilities have been constructed on site for the sole purpose of the training program. The Refrigeration and Cabinetry departments at New England Tech helped construct new mobile training units, which were transported to Mohegan Sun and are used in the labs. The students will come to New England Tech to utilize the college's lab facilities for specialized training throughout their courses.
   The training was designed to be taught in four modules: Basic Refrigeration, Refrigeration and Electricity, Commercial Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning. The first module was designed to teach Mohegan Sun's technical refrigeration staff the basic principles of refrigeration and how to apply them in real life situations. These Mohegan Sun technicians, who have a wealth of practical refrigeration experience, are working on the newest and currently the most advanced technical refrigeration equipment found today.
   New England Tech Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Technology instructor Bob Yurovchak has been teaching the first module. Bob and the students spend about one-third of their time in the classroom and the rest of their time doing hands-on experiences in the lab and around the site. Gordon Preiss and Ernie Savastano, another instructor for the Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Technology program, will be teaching future modules.
New England Tech and Mohegan Sun are developing a long and happy working relationship. The college is very excited about the commitment Mohegan Sun has shown towards providing its employees with the best in technical training, and for choosing New England Tech to provide it. We are looking forward to continued success with Mohegan Sun.
Students Make Time For Fun

Students take a break on the mountain


Elaine Townsend, NEIT Housing Coordinator, reported that fun was had by all who participated in the last two student activities, the Winter Jump-Off Party and the ski trip to Sunday River in Maine.
   The party was held on January 25 in the Student Lounge, and music was provided by JMG Entertainment. Abdul Simmons, an NEIT student, also was a DJ for the evening. NEIT's Dr. Steve Calabro and John Gauthier joined in on the fun. A special thanks to all the committee members who helped to make the event a success, especially Chris Osko, Tarah Wilson, Tim Underwood, Peter Spencer, Jason King, Akil Royster, Sidney Fray, Marvin Cox, Lavesa Valentine and Cutie Johnson.
   The students who participated in the January ski trip reported having "three fabulous days of skiing and three nights of crazy fun," and all look forward to the next trip. They extend a special thanks to Architectural Building Engineering Technology student Tim Underwood for all of his hard work in putting the trip together.
Graduate Mailbox
The following are excerpts from a letter submitted by a graduate who wrote to tell us how he is doing. All grads are welcome to submit a letter to TECH NEWS. If possible, please include a photo. Letters should be sent to Cathy Kennedy, VP for Career Development, NEIT 2500 Post Rd. Warwick, RI 02886 or ckennedy@neit.edu
NEIT Grad Is Very Proud To Work
For The US Department of State

I earned an associate degree in Electronics Technology in 1999. Every waking moment that I wasn't at my job in an electronics assembly area, I was studying electronics at home or in the labs at NEIT. Through my determination and hard work I earned a GPA of 3.99 and developed a pretty good electronics background.
At one of the NEIT job fairs, I talked with the recruiters from the U.S. Dept. of State. The job appeared to be interesting so I agreed to take the entry-level test. This test took about half a day and consisted of many of the things I learned while at NEIT. After successfully completing the test and the rounds of interviews with the recruiters that followed, I was finally considered for employment. There were a few more steps to take in order for my employment to begin. I was required to undergo a Medical and Security Clearance Investigation. Then I was informed that if all the results came back positive, I would be placed on a competitive list of technician candidates. In the autumn of 2001, I was contacted by a personnel representative who offered me a position as a Security Technical Specialist (STS) in the Foreign Service.
As an STS I work in the Embassies and Consulates all over the world making sure that they are safe environments for Americans and those conducting business with America. I worked very hard while I was at NEIT, and it really did pay off because today I have a job I never would have dreamed of. If this sounds good, they are still looking for smart people. Just keep studying hard and set your sights high. Thanks for all the help NEIT and best of luck to you all.
Sincerely, Bob Given
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