January 17 was the last day to add/drop classes so the final registration number for the Winter 2011 semester is 2,831. This is down 2.9% from the same time last year which saw 2,917 students on campus. Areas that saw a significant increase in students were English as a Second Language (International), Open Studies, Health Care Aide and UT Science.
Winter Semester Study Skills Sessions
Please pass the following information along to students regarding upcoming Study Skills Sessions offered by the Academic Resources Centre.
February 2011 Sessions
All sessions will be held at 12:05 p.m. in Academic Resources Centre (3rd floor of B Wing).
- Wednesday, Feb 2 APA & MLA
- Thursday, Feb 3 Test taking strategies, test anxiety
- Friday, Feb 4 Essay Writing
- Monday, Feb 7 Learning Styles & Reading Comprehension
- Tuesday, Feb 8 Goal Setting & Time Management
- Thursday, Feb 10 Grammar
- Friday, Feb 11 NEW! Cover Letter & Resume Writing
Can’t come to the noon hour sessions? Check out our FREE night sessions instead on March 8 & 9 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. All of the topics covered during the noon hour sessions will be available.
Information for Instructors
For more information or to book a brief class presentation about the workshops, please call Tanis at ext. 3998. Mini-presentations can also be booked through Tanis.
Looking for Advice?
Please note the following office moves in the Academic Advising Department:
- Brandi Durda moving from C118 into C237
- Stacey Scholer moving from C119 into C235
- Louise Pimentel moving from B319 into C119
- Alleen Erich moving from B320 into C118
NISOD Innovation Abstract
In "Writing Letters of Recommendation: ABC's of Student Attributes," Jim Hammons, Professor of Higher Education, at The University of Arkansas, provides an 82-point checklist of academic and work ethic attributes by which he is able to write more focused, honest letters of recommendation for his former students. These ABC's are useful topics for any discussions with students about how to put their best student faces and performances forward.
Access this article at:
http://www.nisod.org/password/abstracts/XXXIII_1.html
(*The username is member and the password is nisod2011.*)
NISOD Conference
Registration for the 33rd annual International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, which will be held on May 29-June 1, 2011, in Austin, Texas, is now open. Be sure to register by April 29th to take advantage of our early-bird discount. Further information can be found at http://www.nisod.org/conference/registration.html.
New Weight Room Procedures
Now that the New Year is here, the Weight Room has become an even busier place with those trying to keep their resolutions or attempting to burn off Christmas calories. To ensure all users have equal access to cardio equipment, the Weight Room staff has implemented a cardio sign-up board at the back of the room by the water fountain. Please use the cardio sign up board to reserve your spot for use of a cardio machine.
Please also remember to bring your ID card when using the facilities as it must be scanned when entering the Weight Room.
Automotive Tune-Up Sessions - Space Still Available!
A new automotive tune-up will start in January 2011. During this session, apprenticeship students will perform general tune-up work, check engine lights, test and/or repair starting and charging systems, and diagnose electrical problems.
This service is open to all staff on campus including their families. If you are interested in having work done on your vehicle, please fill out a service request form and return to Ray Shannon or the Trades Department. Once your work order is received, someone will contact you with a booking time.
Win a Trip to Mexico or a Year of Music Lessons!
Show your support for the Conservatory of Music & Dance by purchasing raffle tickets for two great prize packages:
- The “Holiday Magic” raffle includes airfare and condo accommodations for one week in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico (2 people, $5,500 value). Tickets are 1/$20 or 3/$40.
- The “Arts & Eats” raffle is for 4 major shows at the Esplanade, 1 hour of private lessons at the Conservatory for 35 weeks and 4 dinners for 2 at Local Public Eatery ($2,000 value). Tickets are 1/$10 or 3/$25.
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