Newsletter – July 5 | Rockland
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*Newsletter – July 5*
*URock** Computers Unavailable July 12 & July 13*
Our student computers will receive an upgrade of hardware and software on
July 12 & 13. Student computers will be *UNAVAILABLE* on these days. Please
plan accordingly and we apologize for any inconvenience.
*Blackboard will Upgrade July 15 – July 17 – No Logging On!*
The instructional platform BLACKBOARD will undergo a software upgrade over
the weekend of July 15th. That means the system will be *unavailable* from
Friday, July 15th at 5:00PM until Monday, July 18th at 8:00AM. Since this is
in the middle of a term it may be disruptive to some ongoing summer classes.
*You will not be able to log on*. Please mark these important dates on your
calendar!
*Changes in Financial Aid Regulations*
Did you recently receive correspondence from financial aid? Regulations
changed related to satisfactory academic progress (SAP) which allows you to
continue to receive financial aid. The new policy discontinues any
probationary period. Any student found to be out of compliance will have
future financial aid suspended or not awarded, *including for the fall 2011
term*. UMA’s Financial Aid Office is contacting students *NOW. *If you are
affected because your SAP has dropped below an acceptable level, you have a
short period of time to appeal this decision. Appeals are based on
extenuating circumstances that impacted your ability to meet SAP. *Pay
attention to all e-mails, message center notifications, and letters sent to
you.* Take responsibility to be informed. Appeals are filed using this
form<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/07/SAP-Appeal-form.pdf>.
Print and return it directly to financial aid or to the URock office. If you
are worried talk with Bev <[log in to unmask]> or Deb<[log in to unmask]>
.
*URock** Student Lounge Resource and Reading Corner*
We have reorganized and reenergized the career resources in the student
lounge. New materials include books on careers, job searching, college
majors and what to do with them. Books may be checked out by URock students
for a period of two weeks. The simple process for checking out is to bring
the books to the URock counter for check out. Here’s a sample of some new
titles: *From Pink Slip to Paycheck–The Road to Reemployment
(Interviewing); Gallery of Best Resumes for 2 Year Grads; Gallery of Best
Cover Letters; Get Certified and Get Ahead; Great Careers in 2 years. *
*NO Smoking Within 100 Feet*
Please adhere to the policy of no smoking within 100 feet of the entrances
to the Breakwater Building. Take advantage of the two new picnic tables on
the waterfront and move away from the building when smoking. Thanks for your
cooperation.
*Be Wise & Lock Your Cars*
Although URock and its surrounding areas are safe environments, there is an
increase of reported property thefts in the mid-coast. Therefore, we advise
that you lock your cars in the parking lot for added safety.
*Summer Tutoring*
Are you in need of some additional academic support for that math or science
class over the summer? There is tutoring support available. Check in at the
front office for information.
*WWC Programming: Introduction to Self Employment*
On Thursday, August 18th from 10AM – 12 noon, Women, Work &
Community<http://www.womenworkandcommunity.org/>will host an
introductory workshop for those deciding whether
self-employment is the right choice. The class covers the pros and cons of
owning your own business, the major elements of a business plan, and the
many resources available to help you succeed. The workshop is free and will
be held on the 2nd floor at the Career Center. Call WWC at 596-2616 to
register.
*Maine Poetry Contest*
Anyone may submit entries by mail from anyplace in Maine from now until
September 1, 2011. Check the website <http://www.belfastpoetry.com> for all
the details.
*URock** Scholarship Opportunities*
URock has some special scholarships geared specifically for its students:
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Mid-Coast Chapter awards
several scholarships fall and spring to first time students at URock. Click
here<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/05/AAUW-Scholarship-Application.pdf>for
details.
Coastal Senior College awards at least one scholarship each fall and spring
to a highly motivated adult student. Click
here<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/05/COASTAL-SENIOR-SCHOLARSHIP-Application.pdf>for
more details.
The Owls Head Garden Club offers a scholarship to a resident of Owls Head
who is pursuing environmental studies. Click
here<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/files/2011/03/Owls-Head-Garden-Club-Scholarship-Application.pdf>for
more details.
*Maine Street’s New Features!*
Now that the Maine Street Student Information System has been upgraded to a
new version, you will notice some new features including improved navigation
and student access to a degree progress report. This report allows you to
see the courses needed for you to complete your degree. Watch this 4 1/2
minute tutorial <http://www.uma.edu/degprogtutorial.html> so you understand
the elements of the degree progress report.
*Summer Session II Starts This Week*
There is still time to register for summer session II classes* *which begin
this week. You will need either financial aid or payment when you register
for most classes. Please note that if you have a Mon/Wed class that meets in
session II, your make up class may be held on Friday, July 8th. Check your
class schedule. Pay special attention to drop dates in this short session so
as not to be penalized.
*Jobs, Jobs, Jobs?*
There are many online sources of jobs information. You might also consider
some of these employers as internship sites. Here are a few recommended job
sites:
www.mainegrads.org
www.mainecareercenter.com
www.jobsinme.com
www.mainejobs.com
*Bulletin Board for Internships and Job Openings*
The bulletin board across from the URock front office has up to date
listings of companies looking for interns as well as those seeking part-time
and full-time employees. We try to keep the listings current so keep
checking for new material.
*Farnsworth Museum Passes Available All Summer*
Summertime is wonderful at the Farnsworth
Museum<http://www.farnsworthmuseum.org/>.
Remember that URock offers student passes to the museum which may be checked
out for 24 hours. Browse this world class museum or visit the Olsen House.
Enjoy!
*Make-Up Testing for Summer Courses*
Over the summer term make-up and proctored tests will be administered as
follows: Tuesdays at 8:00AM and Thursdays at 4:00PM. Remember to call the
URock office to schedule your test and to bring some form of identification
to the test.
*URock** Summer Hours*
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00AM – 7:00PM and Fridays 8:00AM – 4:00PM
Building Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00AM – 9:45PM and Fridays 7:00AM –
4:00PM
Closed Saturdays and Sundays
*Fall Preregistration Continues*
You may still sign up for fall classes with no payment due at this time.
This is a great way to save your seat in your favorite classes while waiting
for financial aid, or tuition reimbursement, or state vouchers to take
effect.
*Visit URock on Facebook!*
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Latest News & Events
*Student Computer Upgrade July 12 and
13<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/computer-lab-upgrade-july-12-13/>
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Every few years the student computers at URock get an upgrade and this is
the year! Therefore, student computers will be unavailable all day on July
12 & 13 More<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/computer-lab-upgrade-july-12-13/>
*GIS Certificate Program Offers Real World
Projects<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/gis-certificate-program-offers-real-world-projects/>
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The University of Maine at Machias offers a certificate program in
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the program is available through
URock. Click here for more information.
More<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/gis-certificate-program-offers-real-world-projects/>
*Director Deborah Meehan Addresses
AAUW<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/uncategorized/director-deborah-meehan-addresses-aauw/>
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Deborah Meehan, Director of URock addressed the annual luncheon of AAUW and
thanked them for the 101 scholarships they have awarded to URock students.
Read more here.
More<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/uncategorized/director-deborah-meehan-addresses-aauw/>
*New Financial Aid Regulations Effective July
2011<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/financial-aid-regulations-effective-july-2011/>
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Effective July 1, 2011, federal financial aid regulations are changing
related to satisfactory academic progress (SAP) which allows you to continue
to receive financial aid. The new policy discontinues
More<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/financial-aid-regulations-effective-july-2011/>
*URock Graduation – Full of
Celebration!<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/urock-graduation-full-celebration/>
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Over 100 people attended the URock Graduation Celebration on Saturday, May
7th. It was a moving tribute to an exceptional class of 61 local graduates.
Keynote speaker, Meredith Hall
More<http://learn.maine.edu/rockland/news/urock-graduation-full-celebration/>
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