Issue Number : 29
January 31, 2005
Editor: Denise O'Rourke, Institutional Marketing and Public Relations
WEEKLY DEADLINE : WEDNESDAY AT NOON
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Issue Number : 29 |
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January 31, 2005 |
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Editor: Denise O'Rourke, 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.
Monday, January 31:
Center for Excellence in Teaching/Learning Team, 10:30 a.m., Board Room 2A
Streaming Media Presentation, 2:00 p.m., Board Room 2BTuesday, February 1:
Academic Advising Steering Cte., 8:30 a.m., 141C
Weight Watchers, 11:30 a.m., 142B
ACE'M Scholarship Orientation, 12:00 p.m., 129C
College Council, 1:00 p.m., Board Room
French Trip Participants, 5:30 p.m., 142AWednesday, February 2:
C.H.E.W., 7:00 p.m., 120ABThursday, February 3:
Southwest AIA for Solar & Photovoltaic Design and Installation Workshop, 12:00 p.m., Board Room
AQIP #2, 1:30 p.m., 141CFriday, February 4:
First Semester Student Experience Team, 10:00 a.m., 141A
Counseling Team, 10:30 a.m., 141C
First Friday Orientation, 2:00 p.m., 142AB****************
SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, January 31:
SPRITE Tour Group, 3:00 p.m., 129D
MATC Women's Basketball vs. UW Marathon, 5:00 p.m., Gym
MATC Men's Basketball vs. Milwaukee Area Tech College, 7:00 p.m., GymTuesday-Friday, February 1-4:
Ag Equipment/John Deere Workshop, 8:00 a.m., 33Tuesday, February 1:
Baraboo High School Tour Group, 9:30 a.m., 129DWednesday, February 2:
Educational Diversity Class, 5:00 p.m., 142B
MATC Women's Basketball vs. Mid-State Tech College, 5:30 p.m., Gym
MATC Men's Basketball vs. Mid-State Tech College, 7:30 p.m., GymThursday, February 3:
Preview Day, 8:30 a.m., 142AB
Atwood Community Center Program Group Tour, 3:30 p.m., 129CFriday, February 4:
Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129D
Dance Festival 05 Performance, 8:00 p.m., TheaterSaturday, February 5:
Optometry Admission Test, 7:30 a.m., 142AB
Health/CLT Class, 7:30 a.m., 308/317
Dance Festival 05 Performance, 8:00 p.m., TheaterSunday, February 6:
SWAT Volleyball, 9:00 a.m., Gym****************
UPCOMING SPRING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Check out the Technology Training opportunities for the spring semester by clicking on http://matcmadison.edu/hr/techtraining. All classes now have required registration at that site. All classes will meet at Truax in 220C unless otherwise stated. Open lab (an opportunity to ask Irene questions) sessions do not require registration. Contact Irene Rauwald, 243-4380, for personal "Guide at Your Side" sessions or if you have questions. Please register at least five working days before the class. You will be notified if class is canceled due to low enrollment.Tuesday, February 1:
Maintaining Your Workstation, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.Wednesday, February 2:
Beginning PowerPoint, 10:30 to 12:30 p.m.
Open Lab, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Thursday, February 3:
Fort Atkinson Campus Training, 10:00 to 3:00 p.m.Tuesday, February 8:
Access 1 (Tables), 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.Wednesday, February 9:
Computer Shortcuts, 10:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Open Lab, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Thursday, February 10:
Portage Campus Training, 10:00 to 3:00 p.m.
View A Photo Slideshow of Dr. Barhorst's Look and Listen Tour
In her first week as MATC's president, Dr. Bettsey Barhorst, accompanied by Dr. Rose Ann Findlen, visited all MATC centers and regional campuses as a part of her Look and Listen Tour. The tour gave the president a chance to learn more about MATC, while allowing students and staff to meet their new president in person. To view a photo slideshow that chronicles some of Dr. Barhorst's stops on the Look and Listen Tour, visit http://matcmadison.edu/matc/about/presidential_lookandlisten/****************
Register Now for Revised Core Ability Program Training for MATC Degree Credit Course Instructors
Learn about -- The changes for Core Abilities!
- How to work with a Learning Outcomes Matrix!
- Formative and Summative Assessments for Core Abilities and Program Outcomes!
- How to document Summative Assessments for Core Abilities and Program Outcomes!
- When to start using the Revised Core Ability Process!Register for a collaborative training session with hands on activities at http://matcmadison.edu/hr/staffdev
- Click on "Registration."
- On the "Welcome" page, complete the Sign in process using your One Card number.
- Click on "Register" for a Course or Session."
- On the next page Select "Core Abilities" from the drop-down menu as the type of workshop for which you are registering.
- Scroll down and check the box for the course you wish to take.
- Click the "Register" button.You will be sent an e-mail confirmation of your registration. Please contact Donna Renteria with on-line registration questions - drenteria@matcmadison.edu, phone: 608-246-6904.
Earn 2 hours towards your 5-year renewal for Teaching Certification for the Workshop or Blackboard. Part-time instructors will be paid for attendance at the workshop.
A Blackboard training module is available on the Assessment Resources site, Core Abilities Training. Register with Mary Vlisides.
Questions about core ability training should be sent to:
Mary Vlisides, mvlisides@matcmadison.edu, phone: 608-259-2957.****************
MATC Foundation Releases Fall 2005 Scholarship Application
The deadline for the MATC Foundation Fall 2005 Scholarship applications is April 15, 2005. Please strongly encourage students to apply. Scholarships recipients are evaluated on three factors: merit (as measured by GPA), financial need and their answers to questions on the scholarship application package. The application can be found on the MATC website in the Financial Aid section.****************
Combined Charitable Campaign Committee Needs Members!
This committee is one of the MATC's work teams. The Combined Charitable Campaign raises funds from MATC faculty and staff to support nonprofit organizations in our community. If you join this committee, you may find yourself doing one or more of the following tasks: drafting communication pieces to faculty and staff, organizing a mailing, acting as a liaison to the United Way, reserving rooms for the kick-off and collecting pledge forms.If you are interested in joining this work team, please RSVP to sfowles@matcmadison.edu to attend a lunch meeting from 12:00 p.m. to
1:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3rd, in Room 141-C. You must RSVP to attend this luncheon. If you are interested in joining, but cannot attend the lunch meeting, please email sfowles@matcmadison.edu indicating your interest.****************
MATC Foundation Requests Innovation Grant Proposals from Faculty, Staff and Students
The MATC Foundation Innovation Grants program was created to provide funding to students, faculty and staff for the development and implementation of high quality, innovative projects that support learning college principles and/or the MATC mission. Innovation Grants are available to finance projects not normally funded by the college budget or other sources. Examples of projects not eligible for Innovation Grants funding include curriculum development (faculty/staff) or direct financial aid to individuals (students).Application Amounts and Deadlines
Most grants range between $1,000 and $3,000. Unless otherwise stated in the proposal and agreed to by the Foundation, projects must be completed within 18 months of the award date. The Foundation reserves the right to partially fund grant requests. Unspent funding returns to the Foundation.The next application deadline is Friday, March 4, 2005, 4:30 p.m. Completed applications must be returned to the MATC Foundation, Room 227 Truax Campus, 3550 Anderson St, Madison WI 53704 or faxed to (608) 246-6318. Applications can be found at: http://matcmadison.edu/matc/alumni/foundation/programs.shtm#InnovationGrants
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Olivia's Gifts Olivia's Gifts Red, White and Pink Sale - January 30 - February 4, 2005
Take 25% off anything that is red, white and pink (excludes greeting cards). Stop by Olivia's Gifts and check out the new Valentine's Day merchandise.New Store Hours:
Monday through Friday
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.****************
Truax Bookstore Clothing Sale - February 7 - 11, 2005
25% off ALL clothing at the Truax Bookstore from February 7-11, 2005. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.****************
Staff Update
No updates at this time.
MATC Positions:
Enrollment Facilitator
Educational Support Worker I-ALD (PT, grant funded)
Business Technology InstructorOther Institutions:
No positions to report at this time.Additional information on the above positions is available in the Human Resources Office, or call 246-6905.
Health Care Careers Featured on February 15 Career Snapshot Event
Do you know someone who is interested in making a difference in peoples' lives through a career in health care? Encourage them to attend the next Career Snapshot highlighting careers as a:- Dental Assistant
- Optometric Technician
- Medical Assistant
- Clinical Lab Technician
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Respiratory Care TechnicianThe event will be held on Tuesday, February 15 in the Mitby Theater of the Truax Campus. The event is held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Attendees will learn about career options, salary and advancement opportunities. They will be able to participate in hands-on demonstrations and talk to MATC instructors and alumni working in the field. The event is free of charge and open to members of the community. Those interested can register online at www.matcmadison.edu or by calling 608/246-6239.
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Winter Accessories / Clothing and Blankets Needed
Each year thousands of homeless die or are permanently disabled from exposure to the cold...Shelters have indicated a REAL NEED for gently used & clean Winter Accessories/Clothing and Blankets.
Clear out your closets for spring! Get rid of all those old hats, mittens, scarves, jackets and other winter accessories that were replaced during the holiday sales for children or adults.
Donations can be dropped off in the green donation barrels at Downtown & Truax Student Life Office Monday, January 24 - February 4.
Questions, call 243-4228 or stop by the Student Life Office.
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Barber-Cosmetology Salon Hours
Our services are available to the public, as well as to staff and students!Barber-Cosmetology Salon (Downtown Campus)
Services available include shampooing, haircutting, styling, deep conditioning, perming and semi-permanent color. We carry a large assortment of professional retail products.(608) 258-2404
Monday - Friday • 12:30 - 4:15 p.m.Barber-Cosmetology Salon (Truax Campus - Mitby Theater)
Services available include shampooing, haircutting, styling, deep conditioning. We also offer professional retail products.(608) 246-6804
12:30 - 4:15 p.m.
January 24-28
February 7-10, 14-18, 21-25
March 14-18, 28
April 1, 4-8, 11-14, 18, 19, 25, 26
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2003-2004 Facts at a Glance Now Available
The new 2003-2004 Facts at a Glance is now available. We are very excited to share this publication with you. If you have not already received a supply of this publication and would like to, simply contact Denise O'Rourke in Institutional Marketing/Public Relations with your name and quantity needed by calling her at 608/246-6921 or emailing her at dorourke@matcmadison.edu.****************
Optical Dispensary
The optical dispensary in room 314 will be opening for services on Friday, January 21. Our hours will be Tuesdays 12:30 - 2:20 p.m. and Fridays 11:30 - 3:20 p.m.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 student technician is available when you come in we strongly recommend calling 246-6272 for an appointment.
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Free Vision Screening Available on Wednesdays AND Thursdays
Call today for an appointment! 246-6557 or 246-6272The Optometric Technician Program offers a free vision screening for students, staff, family and friends. Some of the tests included are: glaucoma screening, visual acuity measurement, color and depth perception test and blood pressure screening. The optometric technician student will review the screening results and provide the patient with eye care recommendations. This screening is to determine whether further eye care is necessary. You will not receive a current eye glass or contact lens prescription. This is a free service, but an appointment is necessary. Call today @ 246-6557 or 246-6272; or stop in room 314.
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New Bursar Office Email Address
Introducing a new resource to answer questions students may have about the balance due on their accounts, the Tuition Deferment payment plan, or other Bursar Office related inquiries. Students can now email the Bursar's office directly at bursar@matcmadison.edu. Please note that this is email address is for questions only. It is NOT for payments. NOTE: This email address is NOT A SECURE SITE for monetary transactions. Students should not email any payment information, such as a credit card number, to this email address.****************
DTEC Fitness Center
The Downtown Fitness Center features a knowledgeable, friendly staff, cardiovascular and weightlifting equipment, group exercise classes, personal training, locker and shower facilities and a comfortable atmosphere.HOURS
Monday: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday: 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - noon - Through March 27, 2005Spring Semester: January 10 - May 13, 2005
Closed: January 17 and March 19 - 27, 2005
Staff Rates: $75.00 per semester.
Located in Room D020.
For more information call 258-2399 or 258-2398.