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Newsletter 6/17/11 | Bath / Brunswick

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*Bath / Brunswick <http://learn.maine.edu/bath>***

*Newsletter 6/17/11*

Click here to view in a web browser<http://learn.maine.edu/bath/newsletter/>

*Get the low-down on UMF’s local ECH option*

On *Wednesday, 6/22, *from 6 to 7 pm, *Carolyn Drugge*, coordinator and
advisor of the *University of Maine at Farmington Early Childhood Cohort
Program*, will provide a program information session at the Center for
anyone interested in the degree. The degree offers a unique regional
opportunity for working professionals who hold an associate degree in early
childhood education or an equivalent to complete a Bachelors degree program
in Early Childhood Education. FMI or for advance sign-up contact *Lisa
Whitney <[log in to unmask]>*.* *

*Take a hike on the new, improved MaineStreet*

Now that the MaineStreet has been upgraded, check out the improved
navigation and student access to degree progress. Watch this
tutorial<http://www.uma.edu/degprogtutorial.html>so you understand how
to use the degree progress report.

*Get wise!*

Our Midcoast Senior College new *summer wisdom lecture series* continues for
the next two Wednesdays at 7 pm at the Curtis Memorial
Library<http://www.curtislibrary.com/about-us/directions/>,
Brunswick. Lectures are free and the public is invited!

*Wednesday, 6/22: The 21st Century Fisherman: Working Towards Sustainability
in the Gulf of Maine Fisheries**
Don Perkins* is President of the Gulf of Maine Research Institute. He serves
on the boards of the Maine Marine Research Coalition and the Gulf of Maine
Lobster Foundation. Prior to joining GMRI he instructed at the Hurricane
Island Outward Bound School and directed the Marine Conservation Corps in
California.

*Wednesday, 6/29: Bungling Toward Disaster: The Story of Revolutionary War
Naval Action on the Coast of Maine**
Jim Nelson* is a native of Maine and a resident of Harpswell. He is the
author of sixteen works of historical fiction and non-fiction. He has
appeared on the History Channel, the Discovery Channel and Book TV.Â He is
Education Coordinator at the Maine Maritime Museum.

*Register!*

*Summer registration<http://learn.maine.edu/bath/courses-programs/course-schedule/>
* is ongoing with many classes starting *7/5*. If you have not already
registered for your *fall
courses<http://learn.maine.edu/bath/courses-programs/fall-2011-courses/>
* please call 442-7736 to schedule an advising appointment with Lisa Whitney
or Dennis Unger. We already have some full section so be sure to sign-up for
classes now!

*Get tutored*

Experiencing post-computer lab upgrade disorientation? Connect with
our *computer
tutor<http://learn.maine.edu/bath/center-services/academic-support/#tutoring>
*, *Andy Shatto*. Andy is also offering math and writing tutoring this
summer.

*Celebrate!*

University College at Bath/Brunswick will be closed on Monday *7/4* in
observance of *Independence Day*.

*Explore self employment*

Weigh the pros and cons of self employment at a Maine Centers for Women,
Work & Community, *Introduction to Self
Employment<http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=16&rec=1371>
* workshop, *7/18*, 10 am to noon. FMI or to register call 386-1664 or
email: *[log in to unmask]*. This no-cost session is open to men and
women and meets at University College.

*Reinvigorate your job search*

Could you use a boost in your job search? Register for a Maine Centers for
Women, Work & Community,one-session *Job
Seekers<http://womenworkandcommunity.org/?page_id=16&rec=1366>
* workshop, *7/28*, 10 am to noon. Participants will explore strategies and
resources available to find a job, including use of the internet and
networking, and discuss resume and interview tips. Create your own job
search plan. Pre-registration is required. FMI, or to register, please call
386-1664 or email: *[log in to unmask]*. This no-cost session is open
to men and women and meets at University College.

*Stay connected!*

Stay tuned in to UCBB news, events and fun through our
*Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bath-ME/University-College-at-BathBrunswick/95070528555?ref=s>
* page. It’s a great place to stay connected with your colleagues!

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