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Saturday, August 2, 2008 Summer Commencement Date/Time: August 2, 2008 10:00 AM Location: Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center Audience: Open Description: All ceremonies will be held in the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center. Each ceremony includes bachelor, master and doctoral candidates. Each ceremony will be approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours in length. No tickets are requires and seating is open. Call 314-516-5442 or click here for more information.
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6 p.m. Thursday, August 7, 2008 Academic Leaders Forum Date/Time: August 7, 2008 10:00 AM Location: 72-78 J. C. Penney Conference Center Audience: Faculty Description: One day program designed for chairs, deans, associate/assistant deans, and directors. NOTE: New chairs are invited to an orientation session prior to the full program, 9:00-10:00 AM. Coordinated by the Center for Teaching and Learning. For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/fac_programs/teach_with_tech/acad_lead.htm Friday, August 8, 2008 New Faculty Orientation: Teaching at UMSL Preview Date/Time: August 8, 2008 9:00 AM Location: Bibliographic Instruction Room 315, Thomas Jefferson Library Audience: Faculty Description: Brief introduction to teaching strategies and supports at UMSL for new full-time faculty interested in making early progress on a syllabus and for those who are unable to attend New Faculty Orientation, August 13-14. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/orientation/fschedule08.html Saturday, August 9, 2008 New Student Orientation Date/Time: August 9, 2008 8:30 AM Location: Millennium Student Center Audience: Student Description: New Student Orientation is for first-time students entering UMSL in Fall 2008. NSO is a one-day program designed to provide students with the information and resources they will need to have a successful college experience. Registration is requested. Parents and guests of new students are also invited. For Info: Leah Jones at (314) 516-4535 Web Address: http://fusion.umsl.edu/orientation/ Monday, August 11, 2008 2008 Professional Development Conf & Orientation for TA/RAs Date/Time: August 11, 2008 8:30 AM Location: Millennium Student Center Audience: Student Description: Day one of two for new and continuing RA and TAs. Special sessions for RAs are a new feature for 2008. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Graduate School, and the Office of Student Affairs. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Sally Ebest at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/events.html Tuesday, August 12, 2008 2008 Prof. Development Conference & Orientation for TAs/RAs Date/Time: August 12, 2008 8:30 AM Location: Millennium Student Center Audience: Student Description: Day two of two for new and continuing Research Assistants and Teaching Assistants. Special sessions for RAs are a new feature for 2008. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning, the Graduate School, and the Office of Student Affairs. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Sally Ebest at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/events.html UMSL 101: New Transfer Student Orientation Date/Time: August 12, 2008 5:15 PM Location: J.C. Penney Building Audience: Open Description: FOR MAJORS WITHIN COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE UMSL 101 is a welcome and orientation program designed especially to meet the needs of students who are transferring UM-St. Louis. During this event you will receive tips on making a smooth transition to the university, take a campus tour, learn how to access campus resources, and meet fellow transfer students. For Info: Erika G. Malone at (314) 516-5162 Web Address: https://fusion.umsl.edu/orientation/transfer.cfm Wednesday, August 13, 2008 Fall 2008 New Faculty Orientation Date/Time: August 13, 2008 8:00 AM Location: Millennium Student Center Audience: Faculty Description: Day one of two for new full-time faculty. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of Academic Affairs. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/events.html Thursday, August 14, 2008 Fall 2008 New Faculty Orientation Date/Time: August 14, 2008 9:00 AM Location: Millennium Student Center Audience: Faculty Description: Day two of two for new full-time faculty. Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning and the Office of Academic Affairs. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/events.html Basic Conversational French II Date/Time: August 14, 2008 6:00 PM Location: University Extension Conferenc Rm., 121 Meramec, 5th Fl. Audience: Open Description: This course is perfect for people who know a little French but want to expand their vocabulary and develop their conversational skills. Participants practice French in a wide variety of practical contexts and learn about cultural issues. Costs: $65.00 For Info: Ashley Patterson at 314-516-5974 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/~ce/flc Friday, August 15, 2008 Fall 2008 Part-time Faculty Orientation Date/Time: August 15, 2008 1:00 PM Location: 106 Computer Center Building Audience: Faculty Description: For new part-time or adjunct faculty or those not previously attending (choose one of two half-day sessions). Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Cheryl Bielema at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/events.html Peer Academic Leaders (PALs) Date/Time: August 15, 2008 1:30 PM Location: MSC Century Room C Audience: Student Description: Supplemental Instruction leaders, Learning Center tutors, all undergraduates working in peer tutoring roles attend PALS training to learn campus policies and procedures and instructional strategies to use on the job. For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314.516.4508 Web Address: http:// Saturday, August 16, 2008 Fall 2008 Part-time Faculty Orientation Date/Time: August 16, 2008 8:30 AM Location: 106 Computer Center Building Audience: Faculty Description: For new part-time or adjunct faculty or those not previously attending (choose one of two half-day sessions). Sponsored by the Center for Teaching and Learning. Please pre-register on CTL web site. For Info: Cheryl Bielema at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/services/ctl/events.html Sunday, August 17, 2008 Welcome Picnic Date/Time: August 17, 2008 4:00 PM Location: MSC Nosh and Lakes Audience: Open Description: Bring yourself and your family to this annual kick-off to the new year! Free food, music, face painting, kids bounce house, games, and much more. For more information, contact the Office of Student Life. For Info: Miriam Huffman at 314-516-5291 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/studentlife Sunday Evening Mass Date/Time: August 17, 2008 8:00 PM Location: Provincial House Chapel Audience: Open Description: Come celebrate weekly mass and then join us for snacks and drinks! For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: Monday, August 18, 2008 Snack Attack: Welcome Tritons! Date/Time: August 18, 2008 ??:?? ?? Location: Marillac, MSC Bridge, Welcome Center Audience: Open Description: Need a little pick me up to get you through the first day of class? Stop by any of these three locations for a quick snack. Sponsored by the Welcome Center. For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: Amazing Arthur and Ice Cream Social Date/Time: August 18, 2008 6:30 PM Location: MSC Patio Audience: Open Description: Not just a Second City trained Comeidan, arthur is a comedy SUPERHERO (sounds cool, huh?). He does magic, juggling, YOYOs, Hypnosis; heve even knows how to make balloon animals. Check him out! Sponsored by University Program Board For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: Missouri Folk Arts Date/Time: August 18, 2008 2:00 PM Location: University of Missouri St. Louis, One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: Listen and watch as Missouri folk artists describe and demonstrate their art in this course, which introduces folklore as a field of study and focuses broadly on folk arts and crafts, with a strong focus on Missouri folk arts and crafts. Cost: $160.00 For Info: Ashley Patterson at 314-516-5974 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ce/arts-sciences UMSL Community Chorus Date/Time: August 18, 2008 7:00 PM Location: University of Missouri St. Louis, One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: Whether you exercise your voice in the shower, the car, or the church choir, you're invited to add it to the University of Missouri-St. Louis Community Chorus. Under the direction of Robert Ray, one of the premier vocal conductors in the region, choral music of all kinds is rehearsed and performed. Cost $25.00 For Info: Stephen Smith at 314-516-5948 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ce/finearts IC Short Course - MyGateway/Studentmail Orientation Date/Time: August 18, 2008 3:30 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis has to offer to each student/ staff or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, student email, digital drop box features, discussion boards, how to attach a file to an email, how to help prevent virues or spyware from attacking your computer, available help classes, etc. For Info: Shaz/Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm IC Short Course - Technology Orientation Date/Time: August 18, 2008 8:00 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis Computer Labs and Classroom computers has to offer to each student or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, security componants on campus, student email, virtual disk storage space, available help classes and department specific tutors, etc. For Info: Wendy /Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Tuesday, August 19, 2008 IC Short Course - Technology Orientation Date/Time: August 19, 2008 8:00 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis Computer Labs and Classroom computers has to offer to each student or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, security components on campus, student email, virtual disk storage space, available help classes and department specific tutors, etc. For Info: Jordan /Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Tuesday Evening Mass and Soup Date/Time: August 19, 2008 5:30 PM Location: Catholic Newman Center Audience: Open Description: Join us for mass in the Newman Center living room. Mass is immediately followed by a simple meal of bread and soup. For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: www.cncumsl.org Snack Attack: Welcome Tritons! Date/Time: August 19, 2008 ??:?? ?? Location: Marillac, MSC Bridge, Welcome Center Audience: Open Description: Need a little pick me up to get you through the first day of class? Stop by any of these three locations for a quick snack. Sponsored by the Welcome Center. For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: Drive-in Movie: IRON MAN Date/Time: August 19, 2008 8:30 PM Location: LOT C Audience: Open Description: Join us for a good old fashion DRIVE-IN MOVIE. Pick-up your friends, drive on over, and park your car in LOT C, on the South side of the MSC. Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: Wednesday, August 20, 2008 The Write Stuff: News Writing Date/Time: August 20, 2008 4:00 PM Location: University of Missouri St. Louis, One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: This Write Stuff course covers the basics of news writing and reporting. With an emphasis on clarity, accuracy, and speed, participants complete daily writing assignments, such as coverge of speeches, accidents, courts, sports, and government. Cost: $199.00 For Info: Ashley Patterson at 314-516-5974 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/writers EXPO: Campus Involvement Fair Date/Time: August 20, 2008 11:00 AM Location: Quadrangle Audience: Open Description: Stop by for a visit and check out this showcase of organizations, departments, and services available at UMSL. With nearly 100 student organizations on campus there's something for everyone. Find the organization that's right for you, or find out what opportunities are provided by UMSL campus departments. Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: What's new in MyGateway: upgrade to Version 8 Date/Time: August 20, 2008 11:00 AM Location: CCB 003 Audience: UMSL Only Description: Whats new this Fall in MyGateway? Please join us for a discussion about new features in MyGateway (BlackBoard) version 8.0. Topics to be discussed: Grade Center (formerly the Grade Book) and SafeAssign (a plagiarism prevention service). For Info: Jennifer Simms and Paul Wilmarth at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Kevin the Food Dude Date/Time: August 20, 2008 7:00 PM Location: Oak Hall Audience: Open Description: Known as Kevin the Food Dude, Kevin Roberts was seen on The Food Network as a finalist on Season 4's The Next Food Network Star. Kevin will dazzle you with his cheap and healthy eating style. If you have never before cooked, are a novice chef, or if you just want some new ideas, Kevin will show you some simple but amazing recipes. Sponsored by the Office of Student Life. For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: http://www.fooddudetv.com/ Waffles and Wiffle Ball Date/Time: August 20, 2008 5:00 PM Location: Catholic Newman Center Audience: Open Description: Join the Newman Center for the popular Waffles and WiffleBall night at 5:30pm in the backyard. After some hard fought matches, we will feast on delicious waffles. It promises to be an alliterative good time! For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: www.cncumsl.org IC Short Course - MyGateway/Studentmail Orientation Date/Time: August 20, 2008 3:30 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis has to offer to each student/ staff or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, student email, digital drop box features, discussion boards, how to attach a file to an email, how to help prevent virues or spyware from attacking your computer, available help classes, etc. For Info: Shaz/Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm IC Short Course - Technology Orientation Date/Time: August 20, 2008 8:00 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis Computer Labs and Classroom computers has to offer to each student or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, security components on campus, student email, virtual disk storage space, available help classes and department specific tutors, etc. For Info: Jordan /Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Thursday, August 21, 2008 What's new in MyGateway: upgrade to Version 8 Date/Time: August 21, 2008 1:00 PM Location: CCB 104 Audience: UMSL Only Description: What's new this Fall in MyGateway? Please join us for a discussion about new features in MyGateway (BlackBoard) version 8.0. Topics to be discussed: Grade Center (formerly the Grade Book) and SafeAssign (a plagiarism prevention service). For Info: Jennifer Simms and Paul Wilmarth at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Campus Blood Drive Date/Time: August 21, 2008 10:00 AM Location: MSC Century Room Audience: Open Description: This is the first blood drive of the school year! To make an appointment to donate, contact the Office of Student Life at OSLservice@umsl.edu or (314) 516-4535 For Info: Leah Jones at 516-4535 Web Address: http:// Teaching in a Technology Classroom Date/Time: August 21, 2008 2:00 PM Location: SSB 134 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This informative training session is for those wishing to know more about how to get the most out of the Technology Enhanced Classroom Experience. Topics for discussion include: using the Instructor computer, controlling the projector, accessing your files while on or off campus, specialty software/hardware available, controlling the student computing environment, data/file management, using various media, and more. For Info: Christopher Boyce at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Disaster and the Law Date/Time: August 21, 2008 6:55 PM Location: University of Missouri St. Louis, One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: This course provides an understanding of the coordination of resources required to respond to disatrous situations and examines Section 1076 of Public Law 109-364 in the context of a movement toward centralization of power in Washington, D.C. Cost: $350.00 For Info: Ashley Patterson at 314-516-5974 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ce/arts-sciences Aviation in American Life Date/Time: August 21, 2008 4:00 PM Location: University of Missouri St. Louis, One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: Examine the history of flight from balloons to the Wright brothers to the terrorist attacks of September 2001 with emphasis on how aviation and aviators have influenced American society and culture. Cost: $160.00 For Info: Ashley Patterson at 314-516-5974 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ce/arts-sciences IC Short Course - Technology Orientation Date/Time: August 21, 2008 8:00 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis Computer Labs and Classroom computers has to offer to each student or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, security components on campus, student email, virtual disk storage space, available help classes and department specific tutors, etc. For Info: Wendy /Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm BBQ Musicfest Date/Time: August 21, 2008 5:00 PM Location: MSC Patio Audience: Open Description: Bring yourself, family and friends to UMSL's very own barbeque. Not only will there be free food, but also great performances by Common Folk & Fusion The Band. Hope to see you there!! Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Antionette Dickens at 314 3975181 Web Address: http:// Friday, August 22, 2008 UMSL Service Day Date/Time: August 22, 2008 8:15 AM Location: SGA Chambers- Millennium Student Center Audience: Open Description: Volunteers will meet at UMSL at 8:15am for breakfast and an intro to the day of service. Then volunteers will be shuttles to their service sites for a fun and rewarding day in the community. 3 Service Sites: -Forest ReLeaf of Missouri -DeSales Childcare Center -Metro Homeless Center ***Call or email us to let us know which site you'd like to volunteer at! For Info: Leah Jones at (314) 516-4535 Web Address: http:// Beach Party Date/Time: August 22, 2008 7:00 PM Location: Oak Hall Pool Audience: Open Description: Finish your first week of school with Real World's Keywest members Jose' and Paula at the Beach Party. Free Food, Contests, Swimming and Giveaways!!! What can get any better than that? First 50 attendees receive a special gift bag. Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Antionette Dickens at 314 3975181 Web Address: http:// IC Short Course - MyGateway/Studentmail Orientation Date/Time: August 22, 2008 12:30 PM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis has to offer to each student/ staff or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, student email, digital drop box features, discussion boards, how to attach a file to an email, how to help prevent virues or spyware from attacking your computer, available help classes, etc. For Info: Shaz/Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Starting a Small Business: The First Steps Date/Time: August 22, 2008 1:00 PM Location: J.C. Penney Conference Center , One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: Get an overview of the critical first steps of starting a business: assess your strengths and weaknesses in terms of business ownership; learn the importance of planning; discuss legal and regulatory requirements; and identify sources of funding. For Info: Alan Hauff at 314-516-6121 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ce/centers/sbdc IC Short Course - Technology Orientation Date/Time: August 22, 2008 8:00 AM Location: SSB 102 Audience: UMSL Only Description: This course is designed to help you better understand what the University of Missouri - St. Louis Computer Labs and Classroom computers has to offer to each student or faculty member. Topics will include: Log in information, password security, available computer applications, security components on campus, student email, virtual disk storage space, available help classes and department specific tutors, etc. For Info: Wendy /Staff at Web Address: https://tomsawyer.umsl.edu/webapps/mygateway/training/login.cfm Saturday, August 23, 2008 Dive-In Movie: Baby Mama Date/Time: August 23, 2008 7:30 PM Location: Oak Hall Pool Audience: Open Description: Forget dinner and a movie. Fun equals swimming and a movie. Dive into Baby Mama at this event. Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Antionette Dickens at 3143975181 Web Address: http:// Sunday, August 24, 2008 Execution Vigil Date/Time: August 24, 2008 9:30 PM Location: Provincial House Chapel Audience: Open Description: Join the Catholic Newman Center at an execution vigil for Dennis Skillicorn, who is scheduled to be executed on Wednesday, August 27. The vigil will be held at 9:30 pm in the Provincial House Chapel. This will be a thoughtful candlelight vigil with reflections on the death penalty and the accomplishments of Dennis Skillicorn. For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: http://www.cncumsl.org Sunday Evening Mass Date/Time: August 24, 2008 8:00 PM Location: Provincial House Chapel Audience: Open Description: Come celebrate weekly mass and then join us for snacks and drinks! For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: Experience Saint Louis: STL Cardinals Game Date/Time: August 24, 2008 1:15 PM Location: Busch Stadium Audience: Student Description: Join us for some fun in the sun! Watch the Cardinals battle the Braves. Pick up a free ticket in the Office of Student Life. One ticket per student. Available on a first come, first served basis. Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Antionette Dickens at 3143975181 Web Address: http:// Monday, August 25, 2008 Welcome Dinner Date/Time: August 25, 2008 6:00 PM Location: Catholic Newman Center Audience: Open Description: Swing by the CNC for a FREE dinner and fun as we kick off the new school year! New students, transfer students, and current students are all welcome! Dinner begins at 6pm! Stay afterwards to play some games and hang out! For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: www.cncumsl.org Bingo, Bingo! Date/Time: August 25, 2008 12:00 PM Location: Pilot House Audience: Student Description: It's simple - join us during your break from class, get five in a row, and win great prizes! Sponsored by the University Program Board. For Info: Antionette Dickens at 3143975181 Web Address: http:// Bingo, Bingo! Date/Time: August 25, 2008 7:00 PM Location: Provincial House Museum Room Audience: Open Description: Who doesn't love a little bingo! Stop by for some good prizes and a great time! For Info: Student Life at 314-516-5291 Web Address: Chemistry & Biochemistry Colloquium Date/Time: August 25, 2008 4:00 PM Location: Benton Hall Room 451 Audience: Open Description: Robert Hanson, professor of chemistry, St. Olaf College, Northfield, Minnesota. Coffee at 3:45 pm. For Info: Lawrence Barton at x5334 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/chemistry Tuesday, August 26, 2008 University Program Board Preview Day Date/Time: August 26, 2008 11:00 AM Location: MSC Rotunda Audience: Open Description: Interested in getting involved on campus? Wondering how you can help with some of the campus events? If so, then come by the UPB Table to learn how you can get involved. You can also grab a great giveaway for filling out a brief survey. The University Program Board provides social, educational and cultural programming for the UMSL community. For Info: Antionette Dickens at 3143975181 Web Address: http:// Associated Black Collegians Meeting Date/Time: August 26, 2008 2:00 PM Location: Student Government Chambers Audience: Open Description: Come out to our First A.B.C. meeting of the year! reconnect and meet new people. For Info: Darren Nesbitt at 314-516-5731 Web Address: http:// Tuesday Evening Mass and Soup Date/Time: August 26, 2008 5:30 PM Location: Catholic Newman Center Audience: Open Description: Join us for mass in the Newman Center living room. Mass is immediately followed by a simple meal of bread and soup. For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: www.cncumsl.org UMSL Flames Dance Team Auditions Date/Time: August 26, 2008 5:30 PM Location: Mark Twain Building Audience: Open Description: Interested in performing at UMSL sporting events? Love to dance? Well come audition for the UMSL Flames Dance Team. The Flames perform at men's and women's soccer and basketball games throughout the year along with attending campus events. Come and check us, we are burning up the floor! For Info: Amanda Lucido at 314 374 2308 Web Address: http:// Effective Studying: Facts and Myths about Memory Date/Time: August 26, 2008 5:30 PM Location: 225 Millennium Student Center - Center for Student Success Audience: Student Description: Learn more about how memory works and some tips that can be put into practice to improve recall. Find out about effective techniques for note-taking, goal setting for studying, concentration, reading a textbook, and test-taking skills. For Info: Chad Hoffer at 516-5300 Web Address: http:// Greek 101 Date/Time: August 26, 2008 5:00 PM Location: MSC Patio and Pilot House Audience: Student Description: Greek 101 is an informational session for students who are interested in Going Greek!! For Info: Jessica Long at 314-516-5202 Web Address: http:// Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Effective Studying: Facts and Myths about Memory Date/Time: August 27, 2008 11:00 AM Location: 225 Millennium Student Center - Center for Student Success Audience: Student Description: Learn more about how memory works and some tips that can be put into practice to improve recall. Find out about effective techniques for note-taking, goal setting for studying, concentration, reading a textbook, and test-taking skills. For Info: Chad Hoffer at 516-5300 Web Address: http:// Make the Most of your Learning Style Date/Time: August 27, 2008 2:00 PM Location: 225 Millennium Student Center - Center for Student Success Audience: Student Description: Find out how you learn and process information best. Do you learn easily by listening, watching, or doing? Maybe a combination of the three is best. Hemispheric dominance (right- or left-brain) will also be explained. Understanding more about how our brains work makes us more engaged, more confident, and higher achieving learners. Specific studying, note-taking, and learning strategies for each learning style are provided. For Info: Chad Hoffer at 516-5300 Web Address: http:// Thursday, August 28, 2008 Japan-America Student Association Fall Potluck Date/Time: August 28, 2008 5:00 PM Location: MSC Pilot House Audience: Student Description: This event is free, however, this will be a great opportunity to pay your $5/year JASA dues! This event is our annual potluck where we can meet new and existing officers and members, so bring a dish to share with everyone. We hope to see everyone there! For Info: Lindsay Blum at 314-719-6887 Web Address: http://jasa.umsl.googlepages.com Effective Studying: Facts and Myths about Memory Date/Time: August 28, 2008 2:00 PM Location: 225 Millennium Student Center - Center for Student Success Audience: Student Description: Learn more about how memory works and some tips that can be put into practice to improve recall. Find out about effective techniques for note-taking, goal setting for studying, concentration, reading a textbook, and test-taking skills. For Info: Chad Hoffer at 516-5300 Web Address: http:// Make the Most of your Learning Style Date/Time: August 28, 2008 12:30 PM Location: 225 Millennium Student Center - Center for Student Success Audience: Student Description: Find out how you learn and process information best. Do you learn easily by listening, watching, or doing? Maybe a combination of the three is best. Hemispheric dominance (right- or left-brain) will also be explained. Understanding more about how our brains work makes us more engaged, more confident, and higher achieving learners. Specific studying, note-taking, and learning strategies for each learning style are provided. For Info: Chad Hoffer at 516-5300 Web Address: http:// Make the Most of your Learning Style Date/Time: August 28, 2008 5:30 PM Location: 225 Millennium Student Center - Center for Student Success Audience: Student Description: Find out how you learn and process information best. Do you learn easily by listening, watching, or doing? Maybe a combination of the three is best. Hemispheric dominance (right- or left-brain) will also be explained. Understanding more about how our brains work makes us more engaged, more confident, and higher achieving learners. Specific studying, note-taking, and learning strategies for each learning style are provided. For Info: Chad Hoffer at 516-5300 Web Address: http:// Friday, August 29, 2008 The Basics of Writing a Business Plan Date/Time: August 29, 2008 1:00 PM Location: J.C. Penney Conference Center, One University Blvd. Audience: Open Description: New and existing business owners, learn how to write a business plan or lump up an existing one. This course identifies the key componets of a business plan and details guidelines for style and appearance for a more professional looking plan. Cost: $49.00 For Info: Alan Hauff at 314-516-6121 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ce/centers/sbdc Faculty Colloquium: Classroom Challenges Date/Time: August 29, 2008 9:15 AM Location: 126 J. C. Penney Conference Ctr. Audience: Faculty Description: Program features InterACT, UMSL's new interactive theatre, and dialogue about solutions. Continental breakfast at 9 AM; NOTE: New faculty may register separately for lunch, hosted by University Advancement. For Info: Peggy Cohen at 314-516-4508 Web Address: http://www.umsl.edu/ctl FS 2008 Seminar Series in Business & Economics Date/Time: August 29, 2008 11:00 AM Location: 401 SSB Audience: Open Description: Dr. Steve Moehrle, Associate Professor of Accounting, University of Missouri St. Louis will present: How Informative is Standard & Poors Core Earnings Measure? For Info: Dinesh Mirchandani at 314-516-7354 Web Address: http://business.umsl.edu/seminar_series/index.htm Sunday, August 31, 2008 Sunday Evening Mass Date/Time: August 31, 2008 8:00 PM Location: Provincial House Chapel Audience: Open Description: Come celebrate weekly mass and then join us for snacks and drinks! For Info: Liz Detwiler at 314-385-3455 Web Address: |