Government Ministers On Campus Today
Medicine Hat College is pleased to welcome four provincial cabinet ministers on campus today including:
• Honourable Lindsay Blackett, Minister of Culture and Community Spirit,
• Honourable Heather Klimchuk, Minster of Service Alberta,
• Honourable Cindy Ady, Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation, and
• Honourable Iris Evans, Ministers of International and Intergovernmental Relations.
Our guests will be toured around the main campus and Cultural Centre this morning between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Convocation Volunteers needed!
Spring Convocation will take place on Saturday, June 5. The morning ceremony commences at 10a.m and the afternoon ceremony at 2 p.m. Greeters, ushers, faculty marshalls, student marshalls and gown sorters are needed to make this event a success! If you have a few hours to spare and would like to help celebrate the achievement of our students, please email Colleen Graham at cgraham@mhc.ab.ca. Please indicate what position you are interested in, and your availability (morning, afternoon or both).
Massage Therapy Clinic
The massage therapy clinic is back and providing treatments for faculty and staff for $15 until the end of June. To book an appointment call ext. 3679.
Phi Theta Kappa Supports Cancer Research
The Alpha Tau Delta Chapter of Medicine Hat College will be participating in the upcoming Relay for Life on May 28, 2010. Phi Theta Kappa members, advisors and supporters will be raising money for this great cause and we hope to reach $1,000.00 before the relay begins. We would like to seek the support of college faculty and staff to help us reach our goal. Donations can be made in person to Jeff Desjarlais in the SA or online.
New AV Hours
Audio visual staff are available from 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Innovation Abstract
In "Adding Fun to the Assessment of Learning Outcomes," Renata K. Funke, Instructor, French, at College of the Siskiyous (CA), describes a successful strategy to engage students in interacting in French, honing their language skills by engaging in practical performances, and learning to collaborate as team members.
Access this article at:
http://www.nisod.org/password/abstracts/XXXII_14.html
(*The username is member and the password is nisod365.*)
It's Not Easy Being Green: MHC Environment Week Challenge
How 'green' is your department? MHC's Environmental Stewardship Committee wants to find out which department is the friendliest to our environment. For the week of May 17, employees will be asked to keep track of their participation in a set of 'green' tasks. The department with the highest number of green points will win lunch for their department as well as a bragging rights and a special 'green' trophy that they may keep for one year. More details will be provided to the department admin assistants. It's not easy being green but it will be easy to find ways to help our workplace be environmentally friendly.
In addition to the departmental challenges, a number of 'green' companies will be displaying their wares at the college throughout the week. The City Volksmarch club will also host a walking tour of the campus on Tuesday, May 18 at noon. Come see the route of the proposed Campus Trail and learn some surprising things about the college campus.
From the EH&S Office...
Need First Aid Training?
Has it been more than three years since your last course? Are you working with students in remote locations, students with disabilities, or volunteering as an Emergency Warden? Please contact Rodger if you are interested in taking a First Aid course in May or June.
Electronic Waste Drop-Off
Do some spring cleaning and drop off your old electronics outside the Faculty Association office until May 15.
Certificate of Recognition (COR) Audit
May 1 - June 30
MHC will have its Health and Safety program audited over the next couple of months. Staff will be asked to complete a questionnaire and perhaps participate in an interview with the external auditor. A positive outcome for the college will result in both financial and reputational benefits so please cooperate fully. Health and safety is everyone's responsibility.
Workplace Violence/ Working Alone
New policies regarding workplace violence and working alone have recently been approved and the EHS Office will offer training sessions to all employees on this information. Please see your admin assistant to see when your group is scheduled.
Fire/Emergency Warden Training Sessions
This training session is mandatory for all wardens and will cover operation of the new radio system.
Sessions are:
May 10, 1:00 - 2:30
May 11, 10:30 -12:00
May 12, 10:30-12:00
Please contact Randee Cheverie to attend a session by phone at ext. 3815 or email at rcheverie@mhc.ab.ca.
Wanted: Technology-Enthused Educators
The Geekapalooza Planning Committee is looking for technology enthused educators to present during our 3rd annual event on August 19th, 2010, the day after College Day. This annual professional development event brings together educators and technology by sharing ideas and discussing new trends & techniques.
If you have taken a different approach in integrating technology or have developed strategies in utilizing other technical tools, why not share your ideas with your peers?
If you are interested in presenting at this year’s Geekapalooza event, please contact Andrea Wilkes in Educational Technology Services.
Email: awilkes@mhc.ab.ca
Phone: 403-504-3687 (ext. 3687)
Automotive Service On Campus
The next automotive tune-up session will start in May and will focus on brakes, steering and suspension, and driveline work. Please print and fill out the service form and send it to the trades department, attention Ray Shannon.
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