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Newsletter – February 9

Info Session on Paths to Teacher Certification Wed, Feb 15

On Wed, February 15th at noon, Cindy Dean, Coordinator of Teacher Certification at UMA, will discuss all of the various pathways to teacher certification that are currently available without leaving University College at Rockland. Cooperative agreements between UMA and UMPI and UMM allow students to get fully certified to teach in elementary education, special education and secondary education right here! And, that includes the full semester of student teaching. If this is a career path of interest to you, please come to this important info session. Sign up at the URock front desk is encouraged but not necessary.

Chili Cook Off Friday, February 17 – Chefs and Eaters Wanted!

The URock Honors Program will host a Chili Cook Off event at URock on Friday, February 17th starting at 5:00PM. Bring your favorite chili in a crock pot (and sour cream or cheese for topping, if needed). Enter to win as URock’s best chili chef! There are sign-up sheets at the front office or on the bulletin board in the student lounge. Chili will be piping hot and ready to share at 5:00PM. Bread and drinks provided by the Honors Program. Families welcome. A minimum donation is encouraged. Enter to win or come to eat!

Learn About Distance Ed Library Services March 6

On Tuesday, March 6th from 2:30 – 3:30PM, Lisa McDaniels, Distance Education Librarian will offer a workshop in the URock computer lab demonstrating research tools using the distance education library services. Do you know that you have full access to the collections of all the university campuses, the Maine State Library and public libraries in Maine without leaving Rockland? And, better yet, your library books are shipped right to URock free of charge.

This may be the most valuable hour you spend in a long time! Sign up at the URock front desk is encouraged but not necessary.

Asst Prof. Tom Giordano and Dean Brenda McAleer to Visit URock March 13

Assistant Professor of Accounting, Tom Giordano, and Dean Brenda McAleer will visit URock on Tuesday, March 13, to meet and talk with students in the UMA business program. Join us at noon for an informal chat about degree requirements, internships and career opportunities. Even if you are not a business major, but are looking at a certificate in accounting, or a minor in business, you have a lot to gain from meeting these two outstanding educators. Please RSVP to the front office as lunch will be served.

Open House for URock Students at Owls Head Transportation Museum March 6

Students are invited to check out the Owls Head Transportation Museum as a fun place for a possible summer job or internship. The Museum is hosting a free Open House to encourage students to see its collections, pick up information about job opportunities, and then stay for a concert by the UMaine Singers at 7:00PM, free of charge. For more info on the museum, visit its website.

Learn More About Bath Salts Friday, Feb 10

On Friday, February 10th from 4:00 – 6:45PM there will be a special presentation by Jonathan Richards, Special Agent, Maine Drug Enforcement Administration on bath salts, a dangerous new drug that has reached epidemic proportions in Maine. Anyone interested is welcome.

Apply for the Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) NOW!

Applications for the CSSP are being accepted between Feb 1 and Feb 15th. For more information stop at the Maine Career Center on the second floor.

Last Call Before Tossing Fall Term Papers and Projects

Many faculty have returned students papers and projects to the front office. Please claim your work by Friday, February 17th to avoid destruction.

Women’s Leadership Conference This Summer

This highly acclaimed residential training program provides public leadership education for college women. It will be held on the Univ of Maine at Orono campus from June 1 to June 6 and is designed to educate, empower and encourage participants to take on leadership roles. The application deadline is March 16th. Click here for application materials and complete information. Scholarships are available.

Proctored Testing at URock

If you need to schedule a proctored test at URock, please note that our scheduled times are Tuesday mornings at 8:00AM or Friday evenings at 4:00PM. You will need to call the URock office to sign up so we are sure to have your test materials ready for you. You will need a photo ID when you take the test.

Apply Now for 2012- 2013 Financial Aid

Reapply now for financial aid for Summer & Fall 2012 and Spring 2013. We advise that you prepare your 2011 federal income taxes and then file your FAFSA for the 2012-2013 academic year just as early as you can. The earlier you apply, the more money you may be awarded!

Storm Cancellations

If bad weather forces us to cancel classes, you will find the most up-to-date information on the URock web site as well as on TV channels 6, 8 and 13 plus Village Soup online. You can also call the URock office for an updated recorded message. Generally, classes are canceled two hours before start times.

URock Student Association

The Board of the URock Student Association is always looking for new members to help with the planning and sponsoring of activities and events to build the URock community. This is a great way to make new friends and offer your leadership skills. Check the web site for contact information and links to the SA’s meeting minutes. Check the front counter for SA drawings where you can win!!

New URock Apparel Catalog

KDK Apparel Printing and Embroidery (owned by a former URock student) has created a new catalog of URock clothing and items. From fleece vests to yoga pants and T-shirts, there’s lots of fun items at good prices. Good gift ideas! You can place your order directly with KDK.

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