Issue Number : 08
September 2, 2003
Editor: Jan Bush , Institutional Marketing and Public Relations
WEEKLY DEADLINE : WEDNESDAY AT NOON
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Issue Number : 08 |
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September 2, 2003 |
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Editor: Jan Bush , Institutional Marketing and Public Relations |
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WEEKLY DEADLINE : WEDNESDAY AT NOON |
MEETINGS
For more information on the following meetings and events, contact Margi Foley at ext. 6782.
Sept 2:
Weight Watchers, 11:15am, Boardroom 2B
College Council, 1pm, Boardroom
Teachers Union Local 243 Forum, 4pm, 141C
Sept 5:
Native American Student Association, 12:30pm, 141C
Global Horizons Planning, 1:30pm, 141C
Asian American Student Association, 2:30pm, 142ASPECIAL EVENTS:
Sept 6:
District Board, 10am, Boardroom
Sept 7:
Army Training, 8am, PoolCheck out the Technology Training opportunities for the fall semester by clicking on http://matcmadison.edu/hr/techtraining. All classes now have required registration at http://matcmadison.edu/hr/techtraining/2003fallreg.htm or email Irene Rauwald at irauwald@matcmadison.edu. Space is limited and a minimum of 5 is required to run the class, so register early. All classes will meet in 220C. Drop-in sessions do not require registration.
Sept. 3:
Drop-in session 10:30-12:00
Sept. 5:
Access 1 (tables) 1:00-2:30; Online Beginning Blackboard starts register at http://matcmadison.edu/ald/bb/register/
The Staff Bulletin is published each Friday afternoon for the following week. By checking the bulletin you will find meetings, special events and many news items that are for all staff. Besides this format you also receive the bulletin via GroupWise. If you have any news worthy items to be printed in the bulletin you must send them via email to jbush@matcmadison.edu, or by snailmail to Jan Bush. Items must be received by noon on the preceding Wednesday. If anyone needs a paper version of the bulletin, or you know of someone that does, please call Jan Bush at 246-6921.STAFF UPDATE
New Hire
Randy Hammer, Project Manager
John Kinsler, Educational Support Spec IV-Advising & Career Resources (Portage)
Kent Koebke, Educational Support Spec IV-Advising & Career Resources (Watertown)Transfer
Pam Chrostowski, Educational Support Spec IV-Advising & Career Resources (Fort Atkinson)
Carrie Conlin, Educational Support Spec IV-Advising & Career Resources (Reedsburg)
Information on an important payment plan change from the Bursar's Office: The Credit Agreement has been discontinued, but there is a new payment plan called the Tuition Deferment Agreement. The Tuition Deferment Agreement replaced the Credit Agreement as of summer 2003. The last date to activate the payment plan this semester was August 29th, but for students interested in activating a payment plan in the Spring, the requirements are the same: The student must be enrolled in 6 or more credits for the semester and must activate the plan by signing the Tuition Deferment Agreement Form and paying $100.00. Of the $100.00, $75.00 will go to the tuition balance, while $25.00 is a non-refundable application fee. Anyone interested in learning more about the Tuition Deferment Agreement, or who has questions about their Fall Tuition Deferment Agreement, should contact the Bursar's office at (608) 246-6500. The due date for the Fall Tuition Deferment Agreement is September 23rd.
Judy Nelson, Bursar's OfficeShort-Term Emergency & Book Loans:
Available funds have decreased significantly; so fewer students will be eligible for short-term loans. Instructors are encouraged to place textbooks on reserve in the library until students receive financial aid checks. Students interested in short-term loans must visit with a counselor or regional generalist to discuss their specific situation before eligibility is determined. For more information contact Tim Jacobson (246-6625), tjacobson@matcmadison.eduWork-Study Initiative:
This new centralized approach of hiring student employees requires supervisors to file job orders with Advising & Career Resources. Students must also submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a MATC Student Employment Application before hire. Contact Tim Jacobson (246-6625), tjacobson@matcmadison.eduThe optical dispensary in room 314 at Truax campus, will be opening for services on Friday, September 5. Hours will be Fridays 12:00 to 3:00pm. Students and staff of MATC are invited to come and look at the large selection of dress and safety glasses available. We have the latest in eyewear fashion and lens materials all at a significant cost savings. When ordering glasses, you must bring with you a copy of your current prescription (not more than 2 years old). We also provide adjustments and minor eyeglass repairs at no cost. To assure that a technician is available when you come in we strongly recommend calling 246-6272 for an appointment.
The first "First Friday" program will be held on September 5, from 2:00 to 3:30pm in Boardroom 2 A&B. Each session after that will be held on, surprise, the first Friday of the month. The "First Friday" sessions will provide an in-depth exposure to various functional areas of the College. Each month a different set of areas will be highlighted. The first session will feature the Human Resources Department. You will have an opportunity to meet many of the individuals you have spoken to during the employment process. You will also learn who to contact for answers to specific questions. This will be a fun, interactive learning opportunity. And, we'll bring treats!
The College believes that these sessions are extremely valuable and new employees are expected to attend. We are asking your supervisors to insure that scheduling problems are addressed so that you will be able to attend.
Again, please make plans to join us for this informative and interesting program. If you have any questions regarding the orientation program, please contact Patrick Barlow at 246-6910 or wbarlow@matcmadison.edu
Thank You
Wm. Patrick Barlow, Staff & Organizational Development CoordinatorEntertainment Books for 2004 are here. The books are only $25.00 and can be used immediately. At the Truax Campus, stop by the Auto Parts Store, room 134C and ask for Pat Prihoda, or room 369 and ask for Linda Bahr or go to the Administration Building, room 7 and ask for Jan Bush. Pick up your book today and start your savings immediately!
You are invited to join the Wisconsin Association for Career and Technical Education (WACTE) MATC's Chapter 27. Each one of us has an important role in technical education. That's why we invite you to seriously consider joining and getting involved in Chapter 27. The activities include a fall scholarship fund-raiser luncheon, other fund-raisers for support of scholarships and professional activities, Legislative Day activities, promotion of Career and Technical Education Week, fact sheets about career and technical education for our legislators, annual WACTE State Conference and awards, local social gatherings, member appreciation activities and MATC annual meeting. These varied activities will provide you with an opportunity to develop professionally and become acquainted with your co-workers here at MATC. Visit our website at matcmadison.edu/is/wacte/ or go to the state level at: www.wacteonline.org
MATC Nail Salon Opens on Oct. 20 at the DTEC in room D029. Hours will be 5:30pm-9:30pm. Please call (608) 258-2404 for an appointment. Services offered are manicure, pedicure, acrylic nails, fiberglass nails, & therabath treatments at a very reasonable cost to staff, students, and the public. We also carry a retail line of nail polish and hair supplies.
Truax Bookstore Hours:
Mon. September 1, CLOSED
Starting Tues., Sept. 2 hours will be Mondays thru Thursdays 7:30am to 7:00pm and Fridays 7:30am to 5:00pm. Sat. Sept 6, and Sat. Sept 13 from 8am to 12pm.Mark your calendar for Monday, September 15 and join the Charitable Campaign Committee for the official campaign kick-off at the Truax Campus. It will be held in room 129B&D (lower section of the cafeteria) from 7:30am to 10:30am. Come and meet the representatives from the charitable agencies and enjoy coffee, juice and snacks. Turn in your pledge card (which you will receive soon) at that time and you will be eligible for the drawing of a valuable prize. The MATC Combined Charitable Campaign will run from September 15 to October 3. Following is an example of how one of the many organizations is benefiting from donations.
An After School Haven:
Through programs like the Cambridge Youth Center, the United Way of Dane County is able to decrease the number of middle and high school youths participating in at-risk behaviors. Read what one middle school student, a ninth grade boy, says about it:
"The Cambridge Youth Center is an alternative to wandering aimlessly around town or go home to an empty house. My friends and me usually went to a house where we knew the parents were gone and partied after school and on weekends. But after we went to a lock-in at the youth center we decided to try going there after school. Because it was cool and fun we started spending more time there and less time partying at someone's house. At the lock-in a speaker talked to us about drugs, alcohol and smoking and I can say for sure that we stopped experimenting with bad things because of the stuff she told us and also because the youth center gave us something else to do. I'm really glad the Cambridge Youth Center is here because I realize now how important it is and I think it can help other middle schoolers make the right decisions."
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