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Newsletter – August 16 | Rockland

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*Newsletter – August 16*

*Final Summer Make-Up Test Date*

There will be a scheduled make-up session for summer tests on Tuesday,
August 23 at 8:00AM. This will be the final make up scheduled for summer
tests. Please call the office to schedule your tests as needed.

*Order Your Textbooks Delivered to URock*

Order through the UMA bookstore <http://www.umabookstore.com/> by Friday,
August 19 and choose Rockland as your pick-up location. Your books will be
delivered here on August 25. This saves $$$ in shipping costs!

*Special Hours Week of August 22*

During the week of break between summer and fall terms, URock’s hours will
be 8:00AM – 5:30PM Mon through Thursday and 8:00 – 4:00PM on Friday.

*New Fall Course – Secondary Methods of Teaching through UMM*

University of Maine at Machias has added a new online course to the fall
term. EDU 321, Secondary Methods of Teaching, is a required course for all
those looking to get certification to teach at the secondary level. The
course will run from November 28 through January 13.

*You and Your Money – Lunch Hour Workshop Series*

We all need help managing our personal finances, right? Linda Buckmaster of
Women, Work and Community will host two free workshops in October during the
noon hour. On Wednesday, October 5 from 12:00 noon to 1:00PM, Linda will
present, *“How Much Should I Borrow”*, a discussion about student loans. On
Wednesday, October 12, from 12:00 noon to 1:00PM Linda will present *“Reduce
Your Debt and Be Happy”*, about basic strategies for reducing your debt over
time. Attend one or both of these for great advice!

*Prepare for Your Internship for MHHS for Spring Term*

All associate and baccalaureate students in MHHS have a “practicum” or
“internship” experience required in the program. On Wednesday, September
28th from noon to 1:00PM, Diane Carrick, Internship Coordinator for UMA’s
MHHS Program, will run a workshop from noon to 1:00PM about requirements,
finding a placement and lots more good advice to help you craft a successful
experience. This is an informal and informative session. Please register
with the URock front desk.

*Fall Registration Now Needs Payment*

You may still sign up for fall classes but now payment or proof of financial
aid is due at the time of registration.

*Steps to Successful Online Learning*

If you are taking your first online class this fall, please go to our new
website page <http://learn.maine.edu/get-started/steps/> for great tips and
strategies to be successful. These helpful hints will make the semester
start up much smoother.

*Academic Advising*

It is a busy time of year and URock is looking at more growth! *If you
cannot make an advising appointment that you have scheduled* please call the
office. It may be possible to switch the appointment to a phone appointment
and get your questions answered, rather than to reschedule. There are many
tricks to being successful academically. Check this
link<http://www.uma.edu/academicadvisingfaqs.html#homework>for more
great tips and hints and answers to lots of basic questions.

*Lots of Options in URock’s Room #409*

With new colors, new furniture, a dedicated computer with wireless keyboard
and Skype, URock’s room #409 has lots of new uses. It’s a great space for
study groups, tutoring, Skyping with other students across the state, or
preparing a Powerpoint in large scale format. The room may be reserved using
Google calendar.

*UMA Announces Convocation Theme*

This year’s keynote speaker at UMA’s Convocation event will be Wonona Duke,
an internationally renowned activist working on sustainable development and
environmental justice. Ms. LaDuke is featured in the book, “Talking About a
Revolution”. This book has been chosen by the Colloquium Committee as the
work to be integrated into UMA’s curriculum this year. Convocation will be
held on the UMA campus on Friday, September 23 from 2:30 – 4:00pm.

*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 Car*

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.

*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.

*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.

*Visit URock on Facebook!*

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