English 201 M/W/F Sections *Only*: Quiz #3 Reminder

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All Classes: Want Some Help Preparing for Mid-Terms?

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English 101: Narrative Help

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All Sections: No Office Hours Today

I can’t be in my office this afternoon – I have a series of meetings to attend; I will, however, be on Meebo throughout the day, so you can catch me there.

101 students, see the next post for some help with your first projects!

201 students, some of you requested stronger prospectus examples.  I’ve posted three more on the Documents page (under the Unit I documents, naturally).

All Classes: BHSU Roundup

Click “read more” for details about various opportunities happening around campus: becoming more politically active, Indian tacos, Valentine’s Day gift and date ideas, and the BHSU Spring Career Fair.

English 101: Schedule Changes

I was so pleased with our discussion in class today (even the juvenile parts)!  You all did a fantastic job working through a very difficult short story.  Since that took up the majority of our class time, I’ve had to make some scheduling accomodations.  Click “read more” for the details or to watch some related videos.

All Classes: This Week’s Academic Success Workshop

Click “read more” for details about this week’s Academic Success Workshop.

English 101: Quiz #1 Reminder

Don’t forget to finish quiz #1 for class on February 2!  You can double check the details on the documents page by flipping through the appropriate PowerPoint.

Any questions?  Email me or leave a comment below!

All Sections: Ready for Next Week?

Click “read more” for a few reminders about what’s coming up/due for this week!

All Classes: Career Center Help

Click read more for job offerings and resume help information from the BHSU Career Center.

All Classes: Are You Talented?

Matthews Opera House is in need of talent for a “Stars over Spearfish Variety Show Fundraiser.” The performances are March 26 and 27, and Matthews Opera House will take soloists and groups, vocalists, instrumentalists, dancers, comedians, and thespians. You can contact the Opera House (642-7973) if you are interested.

English 201: Quiz #2 Reminder

Don’t forget to complete Quiz #2 to turn in on Friday, January 29 (for M/W/F students) or Tuesday, February 2 (for T/Th students).  You can refresh yourself on the details by flipping through the appropriate PowerPoint on the documents page.

Any questions?  Email me or leave a comment below!

All Classes: No Office Hours on Thursday, January 28

I’ve got a few meetings so I won’t be in my office today (Thursday, January 28).  I will, however, check my email frequently during the afternoon.  Sorry for any inconvenience.

Interesting Reads: University of Montana’s 4-day Work Week?

The Missoulian reports that a 4-day work week might be in store for University of Montana students and faculty do to budget constraints:

The possibility of a four-day work week stirred commotion – and emotion – on the University of Montana campus Tuesday, one day after President George Dennison announced ways the university may respond to predicted shortfalls in state and federal revenue.

There’s considerable concern among faculty about the shortened work week, but it’s not universal, said Doug Coffin, vice president of the University Faculty Association, who termed the proposals “Draconian.”

“The fat is gone,” said Coffin, a professor of molecular genetics. “We’re down to where we are concerned we’re starting to hurt the quality of the university.”

Dennison emphasized Tuesday that a four-day work week would involve longer days and that no one’s pay would be reduced as a result of the shorter week.

The proposal suggests lopping Monday off the work week; faculty and students would teach and attend class Tuesday through Thursday on ten-hour long days.  Administrators hope to save money on utility costs (and thus rescue strained budgets).

What do you think?  Would a 4-day academic week be helpful?

[ The Missoulian: "UM staff, students consider pros, cons of 4-day work week proposal" ]

All Classes: Academic Success Workshop for this Week

Click “read more” for details about this week’s Academic Success Workshop.