Issue Number : 34
March 7, 2005
Editor: Denise O'Rourke, Institutional Marketing and Public Relations
WEEKLY DEADLINE : WEDNESDAY AT NOON
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Issue Number : 34 |
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March 7, 2005 |
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Editor: Denise O'Rourke, Institutional Marketing and Public Relations |
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WEEKLY DEADLINE : WEDNESDAY AT NOON |
Dear Faculty and Staff,Here it is the beginning of week nine in the semester, and students are getting tense. I hope this message finds you well, eager for the warmer weather and Spring Break!
MATC Marvels
Each week, I like to highlight some marvelous people I encounter here at the college.
I heard about this week's "MATC Marvels" during my daily conversations with students. They are: Bill Colby, history instructor; Jeff Quinlin, accounting instructor; and Ron Dunbar, economics instructor. All three, their students tell me, are outstanding teachers. I also met two DTEC students who say they love all of their instructors!
Since I cannot get everywhere and talk with everyone, I need your help. Let me know the "MATC Marvels" you encounter, and share your stories with me.
Highlights from my week:
1) I've met individually this week with district board member Jim Cavanaugh. Again, our board members' willingness to make time for MATC business is a good example of the time and energy these volunteers commit to our college.
2) Our Phi Theta Kappa Chapter, Beta Beta Psi, received several awards at the Minn-Wi-Kota Regional Convention held last weekend, including 1st Place Distinguished Chapter, 2nd Place Service Hallmark, 2nd Place Yearbook, and the 5 Star Rating for the 5th year in a row. I have been at two colleges, one that received the Phi Theta Kappa 5 star rating and one that didn't, and I know from experience how difficult it is to achieve that award. Congratulations to our Phi Theta Kappa students and advisors Doug Kirchberg and Timothy Twohill who brought that honor to us. Special congratulations to Kally Fenske for being named Distinguished Chapter Officer. Way to go, Kally!
3) Earlier this week, MATC had a very unique visitor in Eduard Melnikau, a journalist from Belarus. He is working on reforming media in Belarus, where, for many years, journalists have worked under strict censorship restraints. Mr. Melnikau is visiting the United States to learn how a free press works. He stopped by my office and then visited journalism students and even watched the staff of The Clarion in action.
4) I visited the State Capitol and got the chance to see the Assembly Chamber, Supreme Court, a glimpse of the Governor's Office, and hearing rooms. This was my first visit and I was amazed by its size and beauty. At the State Capitol in Iowa, visitors must pass through airport-like security upon entering the Capitol. In great contrast are the open doors and easy entrance to the Capitol here in Madison. You can really feel the electricity as you walk around the Capitol. As I was leaving downtown, I stopped at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and saw the statue of MATC's very own board member Don Heiliger.
5) I received a letter from Rayovac expressing their gratitude for the efforts of MATC's Business Procurement Assistance Center (BPAC), in particular contract specialist, Ann Johns. Besides assisting Rayovac in providing data and services, BPAC's work has resulted in an increase of federal dollars to the State of Wisconsin. To learn more about BPAC, visit http://matcmadison.edu/bpac/home.htm
6) I invited a UW guest to join me for a delicious lunch at the Gourmet Dining Room, where I met Paul Short, chef instructor. Our culinary students do a tremendous job, and it makes me so proud to think that top-notch restaurants all over Madison are staffed with MATC graduates. To learn more about the Gourmet Dining Room, visit http://matcmadison.edu/gourmet/
7) I had the opportunity to welcome the enterprising students from across the state who were in Madison to attend the Wisconsin Marketing and Management Association State Career Leadership Conference at the Concourse. To learn more about this association, visit http://www.wmma-dex.org/
8) Our district recently received credit ratings for our debt service from Moody's Investor Services and Standard and Poor's. I am happy to announce that for the seventh straight year, we received the highest ratings available (Aaa and AAA) from both agencies and even received positive comments on strong fiscal management and budgetary prudence.
Remember to hang in there. Spring Break is coming soon!
-- Bettsey
Bettsey L. Barhorst, President
MEETINGS
For more information on the following meetings and events, contact Margi Foley at ext. 6782.
Monday, March 7:
EEO Rep Training Planning, 10:30 a.m., Board Room 2B
Dislocated Workers Session, 11:00 a.m., 141C
Student Life Staff, 1:30 p.m., 141CTuesday, March 8:
Weight Watchers, 11:30 a.m., 142B
Retirement Benefits Seminar, 3:30 p.m., 142B
Student Veteran Support Group, 4:00 p.m., 141AWednesday, March 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
HOLA/Latin American Club, 12:00 p.m., 141C
Learning Symposium, 2:00 p.m., Board Room
Student Space Work Team, 2:30 p.m., 141C
District Board, 5:30 p.m., Board RoomThursday, March 10:
ACR Team, 8:30 a.m., 142A
Student Activities Board, 2:30 p.m., 141A
DRS Staff, 2:30 p.m., 141C
Center for Excellence Focus Group, 3:00 p.m., 142A
Black Student Union, 3:30 p.m., 129CFriday, March 11:
AQIP Project Team #4, 9:00 a.m., Board Room 2A
Food Service Staff, 2:00 p.m., 141CSPECIAL EVENTS
Monday, March 7:
MATC Retiree Program, 9:30 a.m., 142ATuesday, March 8:
Wisconsin Institute of Food Technologists - Scholarship Awards Dinner, 5:00 p.m., 120AB
AERO Program Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129DWednesday, March 9:
Health Fair, 9:30 a.m., North HallThursday, March 10:
Blackhawk High School Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129DFriday, March 11:
Group Tour, 9:30 a.m., 129D
Youth Basketball Tournament, 5:00 p.m., GymSaturday, March 12:
Youth Basketball Tournament, 8:00 a.m., Gym
Diversity Workshop, 8:30 a.m., 120AB
Annual District Board Appointment, 10:00 a.m., Board RoomSunday, March 13:
Youth Basketball Tournament, 8:00 a.m., Gym
Spring Training-Youth Baseball Camp, 5:00 p.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, March 8:
Access 4 (Advanced Features), 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.Wednesday, March 9:
Excel to the MAX, 10:30 to 12:30 p.m.
Open Lab, 1:30 to 5:00 p.m.Thursday, March 10:
Open Lab, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.Friday, March 11:
Watertown Campus Training, 10:00 to 3:00 p.m.Tuesday, March 15:
Intermediate PowerPoint, 10:30 to 12:30 p.m.
Open Lab, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.Wednesday, March 16:
Beginning FrontPage, 10:30 to 12:30 p.m.
Open Lab, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Thursday, March 17:
Open Lab, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
We've Moved!
Joy McMillan and Anne Scott (Center for New and Converging Technologies and Office of Grants and Sponsored Projects) have joined Ed Clarke and Jan Van Keuren (Office for Strategic Innovations) in room 209 at the T.E.C. Center located across the street from the Truax Campus. Stop in and see our new office space.Telephone numbers have remained the same: Joy 246-6001; Anne 246-6800; Ed 246-6073; Jan 246-6736; fax 243-4290.
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Optical Dispensary Closed
The optical dispensary in room 314 at Truax campus will be closed for services on Tuesday, March 8, due to a lab exam. Our dispensary will be open again on Friday, March 11, 12:00 - 3:00 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 technician is available when you come in, we strongly recommend calling 246-6272 for an appointment.
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Distribution of MATC Single Parent Mid-Term Gift Baskets
Distribution of MATC single parent mid-term gift baskets will take place on Monday, March 14 and Tuesday, March 15 from 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. in Room 129C.****************
Art Department Faculty Show & Reception
The 4th Annual MATC Art Department Faculty Show is in its second week and runs through the entire month of March in the Truax library. Check out the fabulous art by our multi-talented art faculty. The artwork will be on display whenever the library is open, which means the viewing times should accommodate everyone's schedules. Students, staff, faculty and District Board members are invited to attend a reception to honor our distinguished artists on Wednesday, March 9, from 4-6 p.m. in the library.****************
Customer Appreciation Sale
To thank you for your continuing support of our bookstores, the Truax and Downtown Bookstores are having a Customer Appreciation Sale March 7-11 with door prizes and 10% off all merchandise, except for books, metro bus passes, and stamps. Please stop by and check out the savings!****************
Olivia's Gifts Spring Jewelry & Purse Sale
Take advantage of 50% off spring jewelry and purses at Olivia's Gifts.Store Hours:
Monday through Friday
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Room 132A****************
Staff Update
No updates at this time.
MATC Positions:
Administrative Clerk I-Youth Programming (PT)
Educational Support Worker III-Youth Programming (PT)
Regional Campus Coordinator-ACE (PT)Other Institutions:
Shipping, Receiving & Distribution Assistant (50%) - Northeast Wisconsin Technical CollegeAdditional information on the above positions is available in the Human Resources Office, or call 246-6905.
Learning Programs Administrative Staff Update
As you are aware, the college is moving into a time of change with numbers of planned retirements to take place over the next few years. To assist with that transition and provide stability and consistency in their areas of responsibility, Terry Webb (Executive Dean for Learning Programs) and Jody Thrush Withers (Administrative Dean of Arts and Sciences) have agreed to continue in their respective roles for the foreseeable future. Both Terry and Jody have provided exceptional leadership over the last several years and have been instrumental in building college-wide systems and processes to advance the quality of student learning and success. --Rose Ann Findlen, Provost for Learning****************
"You Can't Take It With You"
Don't miss the MATC Performing Arts upcoming performances of "You Can't Take it With You" to be held in the Mitby Theater. For more information see our news release at http://matcmadison.edu/matc/news/2005/03_march/YouCantTakeIt.shtm.Performance Dates:
Friday, March 11, 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 12, 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 13, 3:00 p.m.****************
Earn Your Associate Degree Totally Online
Associate Degree in Administrative Assistant - work behind the scenes supporting executives, planning events, and greeting clients in a variety of businesses such as interior design firms, insurance investigations, TV production, and legal offices.- Courses available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
- Study at your conveniencePrepare for a career in a field where jobs are plentiful! MATC receives, on average, more than 100 job requests per month for administrative support staff. Clerical jobs are among the top five occupations for projected growth nationally.
Contact Heather Liddicoat at hliddicoat@matcmadison.edu or phone 608-246-6339.
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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.
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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.
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