Issue Number : 30
February 7, 2005
Editor: Denise O'Rourke, Institutional Marketing and Public Relations
WEEKLY DEADLINE : WEDNESDAY AT NOON
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Issue Number : 30 |
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February 7, 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, February 7:
MATC Retiree Program, 9:30 a.m., 142A
Web Advisory Team, 9:30 a.m., 141A
Data Collection/Research Agenda Workgroup, 10:00 a.m., Board Room 2B
Dislocated Worker Session, 11:00 a.m., 141C
Club Advisors, 12:00 p.m., 142B
Student Life Staff, 1:30 p.m., 141CTuesday, February 8:
Weight Watchers, 11:30 a.m., Board Room 2B
AQIP Project #1 Cte., 3:00 p.m., 141CWednesday, February 9:
Learning Programs Administrators, 8:30 a.m., Board Room 2B
Student Development & Success Leadership Team, 9:30 a.m., 142A
Outreach Learning Administrators, 10:00 a.m., 141C
Learning Symposium, 1:00 p.m., Board Room
Student Space Work Team, 2:30 p.m., 141C
Research & Planning Discussion Group, 3:00 p.m., 141A
District Board, 5:30 p.m., Board RoomThursday, February 10:
Disability Resource Services Staff, 2:30 p.m., 141C
Student Activities Board, 2:30 p.m., 141AFriday, February 11:
Blackboard Mentors, 8:00 a.m., Board Room 2B
Multicultural Services Staff, 8:30 a.m., 141A
Measures Team, 8:30 a.m., 141C
AQIP Project Team #4, 9:00 a.m., Board Room 2A
Blackboard Advisory Team, 9:30 a.m., Board Room 2B
Counseling Team, 10:30 a.m., 141C
DoETS Customer Service, 1:00 p.m., Board Room 2B
Food Service Staff, 2:00 p.m., 141C
SPECIAL EVENTS
Monday-Thursday, February 7-10:
Diesel/Bobcat Excavator Workshop, 8:00 a.m., 28/28ATuesday, February 8:
Wisconsin Mathematics Leadership Council, 8:00 a.m., 142AB
Monona Grove HS Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129D
Madison Area Surveyors Council, 7:00 p.m., 142ABWednesday-Thursday, February 9-10:
Ag Equipment/John Deere Protech Workshop, 8:00 a.m., 33Thursday, February 10:
Foundation Community Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Board Room
Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129D
Philosophy of VTAE #51 Course, 5:30 p.m., 217Friday, February 11:
Consortium for Education In Renewable Energy Technologies Workshop, 9:00 a.m., 142AB
Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129D
Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, Masterworks #3 Performance, 7:30 p.m., TheaterSaturday, February 12:
Youth Basketball Tournament, 8:00 a.m., GymSunday, February 13:
MATC Music Department Concert, 2:00 p.m., Theater****************
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 8:
Access 1 (Tables), 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Open Lab, 12:30 to 4:30 p.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.Monday, February 14:
Snag-It, 10:30 to 12:00 p.m.
Word to the MAX, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Open Lab, 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.Tuesday, February 15:
Open Lab, 11:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Open Lab, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Devi Bhargava Memorial Fund
The Devi Bhargava Memorial fund was established at MATC through the MATC Foundation. The fund endows two awards: 1. An opportunity grant in the amount of $500.00 for a graduating student with a disability, and 2. A recognition to a staff member who demonstrates special understanding and support for students with disabilities.Each year we solicit the help of MATC faculty and staff in nominating a student with a disability who either graduated in December or is graduating in the spring who you think has:
a. Overcome substantial barriers during his/her academic career
b. Has worked at being a successful self-advocate
c. Has achieved academic success
d. Has contributed to an understanding of the issues surrounding disabilities either on a one-on-one basis or with a larger audience.When nominating someone, we would like you to consider the above factors, as well as giving us one or two examples of why you think the student you are nominating best exemplifies the outlined characteristics.
Names of nominees can be sent to: mfayram@matcmadison.edu. The deadline for submission of names is March 11.
Thank you for your help. -- The Devi Bhargava Awards Committee
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Join the MATC Math Club for "Do Dogs Know Calculus?"
Join the MATC Math Club Monday, February 14, for a treat for both math lovers and dog lovers. "Do Dogs Know Calculus?" will feature a visit from Elvis, a Welsh Corgi who appears to use calculus, according to his owner Tim Pennings, a mathematics professor from Hope College in Holland, Michigan. With help from Elvis, Pennings will discuss dogs, nature and mathematics at 3:30 p.m. in Room 377 at the MATC Truax location. The event is free and open to all. For more info, contact "Sri" J. Sriskandarajah at extension 4313 or jsriskandara@matcmadison.edu, or check out the math club web page at http://matcmadison.edu/is/as/math/mathclub/.****************
Reading Together News!
MATC's Reading Together program is in full swing, and we're very fortunate to be able to announce a visit by Michael Perry, author of Population 485: Meeting Your Neighbors One Siren at a Time. Perry will visit MATC on Wednesday, February 23, and Thursday, February 24. Don't miss this opportunity to hear the author and join in the discussion on life, loss and community. For details of the visit, a list of reading/discussion groups and information on how to join one, go to http://matcmadison.edu/matc/news/2005/02_february/MikePerry/ReadingTogether.shtm or contact Patrick Barlow at wbarlow@matcmadison.edu.****************
WolfPack and Madison Mallards Spring Training Camp
Individual instruction on the fundamentals of throwing, hitting, bunting, fielding and base running, as well as baseball strategy, will be covered.Dates: Sunday, Feb. 20 & 27 and Sunday, March 6 & 13
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: MATC Truax Campus Gymnasium10% discount for MATC employees! For more information call the Fitness Center at 246-6093 or online at www.matcmadison.edu/athletics/.
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Spring College Transfer Fair
The Spring College Transfer Fair is scheduled for Thursday, February 24, 2005, 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Students who plan on transferring will have an opportunity to meet with college reps who can answer their transfer questions.In addition, students who are interested in UW-Whitewater's School of Education may sign up for an orientation meeting with an education advisor from UW-Whitewater that same day at 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., in Room 141C. Students can reserve a time to attend this session by signing up in Room 159AA (Advising and Career Resources), and they will not have to drive to Whitewater for the orientation meeting required for all education majors.
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Welcome Internal Communications Specialist
Please join me in welcoming Cayce (Elizabeth) Dumont to MATC as our new internal communications specialist. Cayce is responsible for identifying internal communications needs at the college and developing systems and vehicles to meet those needs.Since joining the Institutional Marketing and Public Relations Department in December, Cayce has been gathering information about our communications practices and systems. Based upon this research, Cayce will be focusing over the next several months on:
- improving access and awareness of MATC's email discussion groups;
- developing a new and expanded staff enewsletter, which will be updated daily and provide an effective online source of news, announcements, events and information for the employees of MATC;
- exploring improvements to our staff directory to offer online and paper versions.
We are looking for topics or story ideas to feature in the upcoming enewsletter and any other suggestions you may have related to internal communication. Cayce also is looking for volunteers to join a new internal communicators' network and serve as key news sources throughout the college. You can reach Cayce at edumont@matcmadison.edu or at ext. 6287. She is located near conference room 8 in the Administration Building.
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Stop By Olivia's Gift and Buy Your Special Love a Special Gift
Buy one, get one 50% off on any Valentine's Day merchandise. Take 20% off any gift bags or gift wrapping paper.Store Hours:
Monday through Friday
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Room 132A****************
Staff Update
New Hire:
Esteban De La Torre, Instructional Project Coordinator - HEP
Connie Weisse, Laboratory Aide V - Alternative Learning (part-time)MATC Positions:
Business Technology Instructor
Custodial Assistant
Educational Support Worker I - Alternative Learning Division (part-time)Other Institutions:
Anatomy & Physiology Instructor, Lakeshore Technical College
Urban Forestry Technician Instructor, Mid-State Technical CollegeAdditional information on the above positions is available in the Human Resources Office, or call 246-6905.
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.****************
Truax & Downtown Bookstores 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.****************
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.****************
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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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 PractitionerThe 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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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/****************
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.****************
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.