I am Woody Wood Duck, the mascot of Century College, White Bear Lake, Minnesota. I post info here that details cool things going on at Century College.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Welcome to the NEST!!!!
Student Life is so excited to be in their new space. So excited in fact that we have scheduled oodles of fun activities! We have compiled a list below of some of the events that are going on. Please feel free to share this information and stop by our new home in the Nest.
In case you are not familiar where The Nest is…. It is the new space by the bookstore on West. You can’t miss it!!!! (Just listen for FUN)
Monday, Feb 28th- Friday, March 4-
Table Tennis Tournament 10am-12pm
Monday, Feb 28th- 10:00am- 2:00pm
10:00-12:00pm- Woody’s Tour of the Nest (interactive scavenger hunt).
12:00- 2:00pm Ice Cream Sundaes
We will have prizes for the Tour.
Tuesday, March 1st-
1:00-2:00pm Salsa Dancing
11:30am-1:30pm- Musician Glenn Everton
Free Air Brush Tatoos
Wednesday, March 2nd
10:00am-12:00pm
Carnival Games
Photos with Woody
12:00-2:00pm
African Dancers
Thursday, March 3rd
10:00am- 11:30am- Swing Dance Lesson
11:30am- 1:30pm- Showcase Dancers with Walking Tacos and root beer floats
Friday, March 4th (The only day of the year that is a command)
10:00am- 12:00pm- Table Tennis Final Four
12:00pm- 2:00pm- Aftergate party with lawn games and BBQ
Monday, March 14
11:30am-1:30pm
Life-size checkers and chess
Tuesday, March 15
11:30am-1:30
Musician and Century Alum Joel Kachel
Wednesday, March 16
11:30am-1:30pm
Pizza Party with a Twist
Thursday, March 17
11:30am- run out J
St Patrick’s Day Party
Friday, March 18th
11:30am-1:30pm
Wii Tournament with Treats
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
All Student Announcements (Tuesday, February 22, 2011)
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Campus Events, Century News, Upcoming Club Events, and other fun stuff at Century.
EDUCATION – CLASSES – WORKSHOPS: Upcoming opportunities for students to advance in their education.
DEALS: Get low cost tickets, and other money saving deals!
CENTURY SPORTS AND RECREATION: Get the latest updates on not only collegiate teams, but also intramurals, and other on campus activities.
HEALTH & WELLNESS: Recipes and other healthy information submitted by Century College Wellness Committee.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
VEHICLES STOLEN:
On Monday, February 14th, a green 1999 Toyota was stolen from the West Campus parking lot. This vehicle was parked on the north side of the West lot in row “O” and taken at approximately 11:45 am. On Tuesday, February 15th, another car was stolen from the West lot. The second stolen vehicle was a red 2000 Honda CRV parked in row “T” toward the north end of the lot. This theft occurred at approximately 12:10 pm.
Campus security is working with the White Bear Lake Police Department to help identify the suspect and to increase patrols in our parking lots. The campus community is asked to be especially observant in the parking lots for suspicious activity. Please contact campus security at 651-747-4000 or White Bear Lake Police at 651-429-8511 if you have any information on these thefts or observe suspicious activity.
Mark Holper
Public Safety Director
Century College
651-779-5834
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Update on THE NEST:
Student Services offices will be moving to their new locations through Tuesday, February 22nd . The Nest will be open for students on Wednesday, February 23rd.
The following offices will be moving:
Student Club Room
The Connection
PAC
The Century Newspaper Office
GPS LifePlan
E-Folio
Multi-Cultural Center
Vets Center
If you have any questions in regards to where folks are located, please contact Cindy Barnick at 651-748-2608, or cindy.barnick@century.edu
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TIME CHANGE for Multi-Cultural Event:
Note the time for the film has been changed to allow more time for people to see the majority of the film. Also note a change in the date for the Caribbean luncheon which has been rescheduled due to the office moves taking place this week.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Freedom Writers: Film preview and presentation (tentative)
This powerful film depicts the challenges faced by a teacher in her efforts to connect with at-risk teens struggling to survive in a California high school in an urban neighborhood.
10:00 a.m. showing of the Film followed by presentation from Freedom Writers (note time change)
12:00 noon 1:30 p.m. Presentation
West Campus, Location The “Nest”
(Outside the Multicultural Center)
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
African Dance Company
Join us for a dynamic performance by the France Kofi and his troupe of dancers. Mr. Kofi a former master drummer with the Ghana Dance ensemble, will perform an array of traditional drumming and dances which highlight his experiences from Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Zimbabwe and other African countries.
12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. West Campus, Location The “Nest” (Outside the Multicultural Center)
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Caribbean Luncheon
Stop by the multicultural center to taste some of the best food from the Caribbean!
Cost $2.00
West Campus, Location The “Nest” (Outside the Multicultural Center)
12:00 noon -1:30 p.m.
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CENTURY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS Open House: This is a reminder for the Open House being held tonight from 5-8 p.m. in the West Campus Gymnasium.
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Be Well! Century College is participating in the National Eating Disorders Awareness campaign this month. Come hear Dr. Jillian Lampert from the Emily Program in the Theater on Wednesday, February 23 at noon.
Consider taking an online screening - go to www.CollegeResponse.org, or come in person for our eating disorders screening on Monday, February 28th. These in person screenings will be held at the East Health Services (E2232) from 9am-10am or the West Counseling Center (W2410) 9am-1pm. Be Well!
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Transfer Days:
(the following colleges will be visiting Century College in the main commons on West Campus – stop on by!)
2/22 9-1 UW River Falls
3/17 4-7 Concordia Univ
3/29 4-7 Concordia Univ
4/11 2-5 Concordia Univ
4/19 9-1 UW River Falls
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Summer classes are now posted on the Web
https://webproc.mnscu.edu/registration/search/basic.html?campusid=304
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Century College Admissions
Tuesday, February 22nd from 5 - 8 pm - West Campus Gymnasium
Whether you're a new or returning student, you won't want to miss our Open House in the W. Campus Gym. If you apply that evening, we'll waive the $20 application fee. Refreshments and Prizes! Call 651-773-1700 for more information.
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ATTENTION: Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Students!
The Law Enforcement Criminal Justice Club needs some motivated people to step up for President and Vice President for the club. Please contact Kevin Tuft at lecja.president@gmail.com, or David Enstad at lecja.vp@gmail.com for more information.
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Interested in student government? Please pick up a application form to become Student Senate's new Vice President. Elections held in the West Cafeteria Conference room on March 2nd at 2:30pm
John Belisle
Student Senate
Director of Communication
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The week of February 21-25 is Eating Disorder Awareness Week.
The Health Service is sponsoring a speaker, Dr. Jillian Lampert - on Eating Disorders on Wednesday February 23rd in the West Campus Theatre from 12:00 – 1:00 PM.
And in conjunction, Counseling is conducting an eating disorder screening in the Counseling Center on Monday, February 28th from 9:00 – 1:00.
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Veterans’ Resource Fair will be held on February 23rd from 10 to 1pm on the West Campus (Main Commons).
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Which classes do you need?
Summer and Fall registration is just around the corner. If you’re wondering which courses you’ll need, check your Interactive Degree Audit Report (DARS). To do so, go to Century’s e-Services. Enter your Century student ID and Password, select “Grades and Transcripts” and then select “Interactive Degree Audit.” Your personalized degree plan is there for you.
If you have questions about your DARS, contact the DARS Office at DARS@century.edu or call 651-779-5767. You may also view a short video on “How to Read Your Interactive DARS. “
If your major has changed, please contact the Records Office (W2330) so we can update your information.
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Shake it up baby!
Too many windows open on your monitor? Grab the title bar on the window you want to focus on and Shake it. Yeah, that’s it, SHAKE it. All the other windows are minimized. Shake your window again and the rest come back.
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The Century Theatre Student Showcase 2011, “The Hero Takes a Fall” features student performers, directors, and technicians presenting three, short one-act plays, plus fabulous monologues by our acting students! $2 admission. Our show runs about 90 minutes with intermission. (Seating is up on the stage itself, so please arrive by 7:20 p.m. for greater ease of being seated.)
Performances are February 24, 25, 26, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Century Theatre, West Campus.
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Attention students in English 80, English 90, and ESOL 41! Are you struggling with your grammar? The English for Speakers of Other Languages department is offering a 1-credit, individualized grammar course beginning on March 13! In class, you will focus on your specific grammar concerns. Contact ESOL advocate Chrissy Parenteau at 651-747-4087 with additional questions.
Directed Grammar Study
ESOL 796.02
Mar 13- May 5
Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:15pm - 3:05pm
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Hello,
We have relocated the container for the plastic bag recycling that was located on the 1st floor in the Library/Science building by the coffee shop, to its new location on the 2nd floor in the Science Office Suite(E2820). The container is next to the other recycle containers in that office suite. We had to move it due to the large amounts of food and beverages that were being put in there.
The plastic bags are recycled with a company called “Merrick Inc.”. They are located in Vadnais Heights. Merrick Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation, licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services as a Day Training and Habilitation (DT&H) and Supported Employment Services (SES) provider. Merrick Inc., employs the handicap and less disadvantaged people. With our plastic bag recycling, we help them with on the job training, working on a crew, vocational education, and other many wonderful services.
The container locations are as follows:
East Campus
E1261-Mailroom
E2820-Science Office Suite
West Campus
Outside the Bookstore Entrance
Thanks
Kris Price
General Maintenance Worker
Century College
651-779-5809
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EDUCATION – CLASSES – WORKSHOPS
Tuesday, February 22nd
9:00-9:50 AM, Learning Styles, E2555 – EducationPlan
Wednesday, February 23rd
9:00-9:50 AM, Learning Styles, E2555 – EducationPlan
Monday, February 28th
11:00-11:50 AM, Read It Twice and Still Don’t Get It?, E2555 – EducationPlan
1:00-1:50 PM, Read It Twice and Still Don’t Get It?, W2290 – EducationPlan
5:00-6:00 PM, Certificate in Mastering eFolio-Part Three, W3120 Computer Lab – All Plans
Tuesday, March 1st
9:00-9:50 AM, Read It Twice and Still Don’t Get It?, E2555 – EducationPlan
11:00-11:50 AM, Math Anxiety, GPS LifePlan Center* - EducationPlan
Wednesday, March 2nd
9:00-9:50 AM, Read It Twice and Still Don’t Get It?, E2555 – EducationPlan
11:00-11:50 AM, Do’s and Don’ts of Transferring to Another Institution, GPS LifePlan Center* – EducationPlan
12:05-12:55 PM, Free Money for College? Century Foundation Scholarships, GPS LifePlan Center* – FinancePlan
Thursday, March 3rd
8:30-9:20 AM, Read It Twice and Still Don’t Get It?, W2270 – EducationPlan
PLEASE NOTE: This workshop is in W2270 NOT W2560 as stated on the handout.
12:05-12:55 PM, Acing Your Interview, GPS LifePlan Center* - CareerPlan
*Please Note: these workshops will be in the new GPS LifePlan Center located in the lower level of the west campus.
For more information on the GPS LifePlan, please visit the website: www.gpslifeplan.org/Century.
For information on workshop descriptions, upcoming workshops and online workshops, please click here
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DEALS
CENTURY COSMETOLOGY SPECIAL
For the month of February
Cosmetology
Phone: 651.779.5756 Location: E 3361
$15.00 MANICURE / PEDICURE SPECIAL
&
MEN’S HAIRCUTS $5.00
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The Connection has tickets to HAIR! March 3, 2011 at the Orpheum. $23 each. HURRY – we have a limited number – 1st come, 1st serve!
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HEALTH & WELLNESS:
Eating a bowl of oatmeal each morning is the perfect way to start your day off right. The benefits of oatmeal are due to the fact that it’s made from oats and oats are a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. It has been found that those who eat more oats are less likely to develop heart disease, a disease that is currently widespread in the United States. But select your oatmeal wisely. The real stuff is the plain oat flakes from Quaker Oats or a similar brand, not the instant kind that comes in the different flavors – these are full of sugar.
– Information in this article borrowed from
http://health.learninginfo.org/benefits-oatmeal.htm
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Oatmeal
½ cup Quaker oatmeal
1 cup light vanilla soy milk
1 cup + frozen berries (I use Costco’s mixed berries)
Mix oatmeal and soy milk together and microwave for about 2 minutes. Let sit. Heat berries in microwave until warm. Mix with oatmeal.
As a side to the oatmeal I mix some Egg Starts (Costco’s Egg Beaters) with a little bit of Canola oil and cook. This adds a little more protein and healthy fat to the breakfast.
Contributed by
Denise Howard—
EMS Faculty
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February is American Heart Month: Are You Doing Enough?
Posted by Neil Katz
(CBS News - Health) February is American Hearth month and that means it's a good moment to think about a disease that kills more than 600,000 Americans each year. Heart disease is the leading killer amongst both men and women.
But there's lots we can do to stay heart healthy. According to the CDC, making these healthy lifestyle choices can help:
- Choose lean meats and poultry without skin and prepare them without added saturated and trans fat.
- Select fat-free, 1percent fat, and low-fat dairy products.
- Cut back on foods containing partially hydrogenated vegetable oils to reduce trans fat in your diet.
- Cut back on foods high in dietary cholesterol. Aim to eat less than 300 mg of cholesterol each day.
- Cut back on beverages and foods with added sugars.
- Select and purchase foods lower in salt/sodium.
- If you drink alcohol, drink in moderation. That means no more than one drink per day if you're a woman and two drinks per day if you're a man.
- Keep an eye on your portion sizes.
It's also important to know the signs of an impending heart attack, because they can start slowly and symptoms may seem mild. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, these are the signs that may mean a heart attack is in progress.
- Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain.
- Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach.
- Shortness of breath. May occur with or without chest discomfort.
If you have any questions about this e-mail, please contact Cindy Barnick at 651-748-2608
Monday, February 14, 2011
All Student Announcements (Monday, Valentines Day, February 14th, 2010)
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