Provost Communiqué for November 13, 2014 - Academic Expressions

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Provost Communiqué for November 13, 2014

In the November 13th Provost Communiqué, read about the upcoming writing retreat. Learn more about this event, plus additional information in this week’s Communiqué.

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National Geography Awareness Week 2014

Dates: Monday through Friday, November 17–21

Join us for a week-long celebration of Geography by attending presentations on:

  • Geotourism / Sustainable travel and development
  • The use of unmanned aircraft (drones)
  • River dynamics
  • Hiking in Yellowstone National Park

All events are free and open to the public.

Download Geography Awareness Week schedule

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Computer Services Presents

Ask the Experts Open Sessions

Computer Services is proud to offer two weekly open sessions for anyone who needs assistance with Argos, Blackboard, or Web Press! Every Friday that the University is open, you’ll find our Ask the Experts Open Sessions.

  • For assistance with Argos, Argos Information Gathering and Report Running, or Web Press, head over to the Cheek 100 Technology Training Center from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
  • For assistance with Blackboard, you can find help two ways! In person, we can be found in the Meyer Library 205 Technology Training Center from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can also connect with us online live during the open session here.

Now is the perfect time to prepare for Spring 2015, and with the Ask the Experts Open Sessions, Computer Services is ready to help.

How Can Missouri State University be More Sustainable?

GreenIdeaEach student, faculty and staff member has a unique perspective on what we can do to reduce the environmental impact of our University.

  • Do you have an idea of how we can increase our energy efficiency or use of renewable energy?
  • Can you think of a way to decrease the production of waste materials on our campus?
  • Maybe you heard about a new way to encourage pro-environmental behaviors?
  • Perhaps you have a suggestion for improving the health of campus ecosystems and increasing the diversity of native species?

You can submit your green idea on the sustainability website!

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Monday Morning Mentor

What is Storyboarding? And How Can it Help Me Flip My Class?

A new program begins Monday, November 17

Video content can be a critical element of flipped courses. Students watch a video and then synthesize that content with readings and other course materials. But your videos must be interesting enough to catch and hold their attention. Sarah Egan Warren from NC State University shows how storyboarding can be a tool for making better videos that are more engaging and help promote higher levels of learning.

November Faculty Writing Retreat

Date: Friday, November 21
Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: Meyer Alumni Center Hospitality Room (Free Parking on the 3rd Floor of adjacent parking garage)

Monthly faculty writing retreats provide dedicated time and space to work on academic writing. Retreats include breakfast and a light lunch, opportunities to develop a strong network of peer support and accountability, and voluntary feedback sessions. Bring your own laptop and writing materials. Please register via My Learning Connection or contact Stephanie Norander for more information.

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