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New Start Time for Classes
Beginning Fall 2014, MWF classes will start at 8:00 a.m. and run with 15 minutes between classes (8:00, 9:05, 10:10, 11:15…). This is a change from the current 7:30 a.m. start time for the first regularly scheduled class. Downtown classes, as well as those on the main campus, will follow this schedule. Tuesday-Thursday classes will remain as they are now (8:00 a.m. start time, 75 minute classes with 15 minutes in between). The change to an 8:00 a.m. start time for MWF classes was recommended by an Ad Hoc committee formed by Provost Einhellig to study class utilization at the 7:30 a.m. start time. The SGA was consulted in this decision and they support this change in scheduling. Departments will need to begin using these start times when Fall 2014 scheduling opens in November. Summer scheduling of classes will remain as it has been.
Study Away Program Hosts International Internships Webinar
Date: Tuesday, October 15
Time: 2–3:30 p.m.
Location: PSU 314 A&B
International internships foster global competency and give students an edge in today’s highly competitive workforce. With extensive experience managing international internship programs, the presenters will share their experiences with developing and delivering internship options abroad. Learn how to adapt best practices to different campus environments, including offices with limited resources, and ask questions specific to your university.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn to design and implement international internships that serve the needs and interests of students and partnering organizations/companies.
- Outline best practices for identifying, selecting, and maintaining relationships with internship partners.
- Identify ways to adapt these techniques for offices with limited resources.
Presenters include Maj Fischer, Director of International Internship Program, University of Wisconsin – Madison, Dr. Cheryl Matherly, Vice Provost for Global Education, University of Tulsa, and Beth Miller, Assistant Director, Baruch College’s Weissman Center for International Business, City University of New York (CUNY).
Additionally, Study Away will provide internship material from GlobaLinks and International Studies Abroad (ISA).
While internship advising will remain with departments and Career Services, Study Away is providing this information because of the increased demand for information regarding international internships, as well as the exceptional experiences and service Missouri State students have received from GlobaLinks and ISA. Please contact Study Away Director Elizabeth Strong at 836-6368 for more information or questions about this event.
The Teaching Professor Conference—Call for Proposals
The Teaching Professor is accepting proposals for sessions and poster sessions for the 2014 Teaching Professor Conference. The deadline for proposals is November 1. This conference will be held May 30–June 1, 2014 at the Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel in Boston, MA.
Read about the Teaching Professor Conference Call for Proposals.
Fall 2013 Noncredit Courses
Grant Writing from Good to Great
Date: Friday, October 18
Time: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Center 2nd Floor Board Room
Cost: $125
This course will allow seasoned grant writers and newcomers the chance to understand and practice the essentials of writing grant proposals in an interactive and creative workshop! Learn how to research and locate funding sources, in addition to grant writing tips and tutorials that have taken years of our expertise to cultivate. Let our insight into the vast resources, grant search, and grant writing strategies benefit your organization. This is a course not to be missed.
Visit the grant writing course page for registration and more detailed course information.
Spinning and Dyeing Wool
Date: Saturday, October 19
Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Center 4th Floor
Cost: $79
The spinning wheel is an icon of days gone by, but artisans still use this fascinating tool to create beautiful yarns for home and creative purposes. Get an up-close look at a variety of spinning wheels, spindles, and other fiber tools. Enjoy learning the history of how differing countries have developed their own versions, and try your hand at spinning! Don’t stop there! Learn what “dyed in the wool” really means, and have fun playing with color as we dye our own fiber and learn the available options to bring life to your textiles.
Visit the spinning and dyeing wool course page for registration and more detailed course information.
Haints of the Ozarks & Things that go Bump in the Night
Date: Saturday, October 26
Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Center 4th Floor
Cost: $50
Do you want to take a look at the haunted history, lore and science behind some of the ghost stories of our region? This type of dialogue will not be for the faint of heart. From the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs to the Old Spanish Fort in Lawrence County, we’ll give you something to shiver about as you tell a few tales of your own. Let’s take a fun approach to the ghost stories that stick—just in time for Halloween.
Visit the Haints of the Ozarks course page for registration and more detailed course information.
Knitting and Crocheting
Date: Saturday, November 9
Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Alumni Center 4th Floor
Cost: $79
Discover the possibilities with some sticks and string! These ancient arts have gone from functional to just plain fun! Learn the basic techniques for both handcrafts, practice basic stitches and learn to read patterns, and get the secrets to fixing problem areas. Students will learn the skills to get started with these portable projects, and be inspired to create gifts for family and friends.
Visit the knitting and crocheting course page for registration and more detailed course information.
Blackboard Feature Spotlight: My Posts
There’s a better way to interact with students on Blackboard! By now you’ve probably seen the My Blackboard navigation system of Blackboard, but have you ever clicked on My Posts? My Posts is a running list of all conversations going in your Blackboard courses. This includes posts from discussion boards, journals, wikis, and blogs as well as the comments and replies to those posts. You can filter the posts to all, those that mention you or you wrote, or a particular course, and you can also comment on posts directly from this page. My Posts is an all-in-one stop for your posting needs!
Check out this video from Blackboard about My Posts!
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See the Blackboard Blog to learn more about other great improvements to Blackboard, and don’t forget about all the opportunities for Blackboard training at the Blackboard at Missouri State University website, and learn how you can become a Blackboard Black Belt while you’re there!
College of Arts & Letters’ 2013 Homecoming Celebration
The College of Arts and Letters will host a series of signature events during Homecoming 2013. All of the events are open to students, alumni and the community. These events give COAL students, friends and family a chance to network and interact with alumni and faculty members.
Relationship Violence Intervention Summit
Date: Monday, October 28
Time: 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Plaster Student Union
Did you know Greene County has the highest number of reported domestic assaults in the state of Missouri? The Office of Citizenship and Service-Learning at Missouri State University and Jana’s Campaign are partnering to bring together community leaders and experts to open a dialogue regarding the issues of relationships and sexual violence to identify services, struggles, and solution strategies to facilitate community-based problem-solving for this important issue. The featured guests are Drs. Curt and Christie Brungardt of Jana’s Campaign.
CEU’s are available for educators (general MSU CEUs), social workers (National Association of Social Workers NASW – Mo Chapter), attorneys (Missouri Bar Continuing Legal Education CLE) and counselors (National Board of Certified Counselors NBCC).
An event schedule and more detailed information about this event can be found on the CASL website.
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