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Campus Announcements:
Registration Underway – FSC upperclassmen began the registration process this week. The majority of most second year students and first year students register next week. Encourage your student to clear all holds so he/she will be able to register on time. See the times for registration listed below under Academic Reminders. The Student Solutions Center Office will be open early for the 7 a.m. registration period on Nov. 19, and of course, is open as usual to assist with the noon registration.
Time to Sing Along – Wednesday night marks a special night in the Jenkins Field House. Not only will the Championship Banner and Ring Ceremony take place for our men’s basketball national D2 win, but FSC’s new Pep Band and new Fight Song will be introduced.
FSC Fight Song
We stand up and cheer for the heroes we hold dear,
The Moccasins of F.S.C.
Our teams stands the test to rise above the rest
and always brings us victory.
We know how to fight for the colors red and white.
Our Southern pride is tried and true.
Go for the win!
Never give in!
F S C we cheer for you.
Go Mocs!
Song and lyrics by Brian and Connie Brink
Band arrangement by Larry Clark
Thanksgiving Countdown - Communities Close: Tuesday, November 24 at 5:00 PM
Communities Open: Sunday, November 29 at noon. If you need to remain on campus, you must register by Friday, November 20 at 5:00 PM. There is a $75 late fee if received after deadline. Please Note: Meal plans will be prorated for the week of Monday, 11/23/15 so students will not receive the full allotment of points and swipes. Students will be able to use their points at all open venues even though the meal plan will not be in effect. Students will also be able to use Moc Bucks if they have any available.
Wynee’s last meal is lunch on Tuesday, 11/24/15.
Wynee’s reopens for dinner on Sunday, 11/29/15.
Please see the Community Living page under Break Schedules for Food Service Hours.
Smile – Your student will be smiling for the camera next week as the annual FSC Yearbook photos are taken Nov. 16, 18, 19, and 20th. Photos for the Interlachen will be taken in the Collegiate Room next to Wynee’s Bistro. Students will be entered twice to win a prize by bringing a friend.
There’s Still Time - Frank Lloyd Wright Postcard Contest for Students —Grand Prize $500 Target gift card! 2016 marks 75 years since the dedication of the Annie Pfeiffer Chapel at FSC, and we’re celebrating with a postcard design contest—and the grand prize is a $500 Target gift card! The contest is open to all currently enrolled FSC undergraduates. Entries must be submitted by Monday, December 14, 2015.
LECTURE TO EXAMINE IMPACT OF SUPREME COURT’S KELO DECISION- On the 10th anniversary of one of the most controversial recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions, the Center for Free Enterprise at Florida Southern College will host a lecture to examine the impact of the Kelo v. City of New London case. Professor Ilya Somin of George Mason University School of Law will give the lecture, “The Grasping Hand: Kelo v. City of New London and the Limits of Eminent Domain,” at 6 p.m. on Nov. 19 in the Hollis Room on the FSC campus. The lecture, part of the Politics, Law and Economics Series sponsored by the Center for Free Enterprise, is free and open to the public. A book signing will follow the lecture.The 2005 Kelo decision ruled that the city of New London, Conn., could condemn 15 residential properties and transfer them to a private owner in order to make way for a new private development. Critics of the decision said it marked an unwarranted expansion of the Fifth Amendment, which previously allowed the taking of private property only for public use.
Commencement Countdown! – The Commencement Handbook 2015-2016 is your helpful resource for all Commencement questions. http://www.flsouthern.edu/students/commencement-handbook.aspx
Campus Events: (events free with ID unless indicated)
Friday, Nov. 13
All Student Art Exhibition, 7 p.m., Melvin Art Gallery
Saturday, Nov. 14
Discover Florida: Shuttle to Shop – International Mall, Tampa, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (depart from Circle Drive)
Sunday, Nov. 15
Chapel, 11 a.m., AP Chapel
Catholic Mass, 1:30 p.m., AP Chapel
Waterfront Open, 12-5 p.m.
Wellness Center Open, 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Pool Open, 12- 6 p.m.
Sandwich Ministries, Fannin Center, 1 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 16
Students with 30 or more earned hours may begin Portal Registration at 8:00 P.M.
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: Poverty Simulation, 7 p.m., Eleanor Searle
FYE Service Project: Shoeboxes for Haiti, 7 p.m., Bandshell
AGAPE Emergency Kit Assembly, 5:30 p.m., Fannin Center
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Symphonic Soundscapes, 7:30 p.m., Branscomb
Speaking of English…Jane Austen’s England Junior Journey Student Panel Presentation,CH 109, 4 p.m. The panel will consist of Abby Boone, Alyssa Paris, Zyda Mazur and Audrey Waters. They will be presenting and discussing the high points of their Jane Austen England Trip taken during the Fall Break.
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Career Center Networking Seminar, 5-6 p.m., Career Center
FSC women’s, 5:30 p.m., Jenkins Field House
FSC men’s basketball, 7:30 p.m., Jenkins Field House, Banner and Ring Ceremony
Thursday, Nov. 19
Students with 1 or more earned hours may begin Portal Registration at 7:00 A.M.
Students with 0 earned hours may begin Portal Registration at 12:00 noon
It’s on Us Day, 2:30-4:30 p.m., TuTu’s Cafe
SYE: Thank Your Resume for Getting You the Job, 6 p.m., Rogers 230
FSC’s Center for Free Enterprise hosts “The Grasping Hand: Kelo v. City of New London and the Limits of Eminent Domain,” 6 p.m., Hollis Room
FSC Theatre Department presents “Chess” 7:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre
ACE Southern Cinema: "Inside Out," 8 p.m., Badcock Garden
Friday, Nov. 20
FSC Theatre Department presents “Chess” 7:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre
FSC Volleyball – senior recognition night, 7 p.m., Jenkins Field House
Open Mic Night, 9-10 p.m., TuTu’s Cyber Cafe
Saturday, Nov. 21
FSC volleyball, 4 p.m., Jenkins Field House
FSC Theatre Department presents “Chess” 7:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre
Sunday, Nov. 22
Chapel, 11 a.m., AP Chapel
Catholic Mass, 1:30 p.m., AP Chapel
Waterfront Open, 12-5 p.m.
Wellness Center Open, 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Pool Open, 12- 6 p.m.
Sandwich Ministries, Fannin Center, 1 p.m.
FSC Theatre Department presents “Chess” 2:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre
Monday, Nov. 23
Tuesday, Nov. 24
Thanksgiving Break begins at 5 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 25-Friday, Nov. 27 – FSC CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK
Sunday, Nov. 29
Halls reopen at 12 noon
Monday, Nov. 30
Classes resume
When Your Student Returns from Thanksgiving Break:
Dec. 2 – Convo: A Celebration of the Season
Dec. 2 – Winter Wonderland
Dec. 4 – Chick Fil A Friday
Dec. 7 – Carol-Oke
Dec. 11 – Last Day of Classes
Dec. 11 – Rec Fest
Dec. 12 – Christmas Gala
Dec. 13 – ACE presents Pancake Palooza
What’s on Your Plate at Wynee’s Bistro
Mon. = Soup Bar (lunch and dinner)
Tues = Chipolte Bar (lunch and dinner)
Wed. = Spanish 1905 Salad (lunch and dinner)
Thur. LUNCH = Breakfast at Lunch (only)
Thurs. DINNER = Thanksgiving Feast
Friday = Weiner Wunderbar
Academic Reminders:
November 16 - Students with 30 or more earned hours may begin Portal Registration at 8:00 P.M.
November 18 - Final Day to Drop a “B” Course without an Academic Penalty
November 19 - Students with 1 or more earned hours may begin Portal Registration at 7:00 A.M.
November 19 - Students with 0 earned hours may begin Portal Registration at 12:00 noon
November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Recess
December 11 - Final Day of Class
December 14-16 - Final Exams
December 19 - Commencement
Tutor Tables: Biology, Math, Chemistry – 6-9 p.m. Rogers First Floor Lounge
The Writing Center: Rogers 119, appointments online or walk in
PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions); Check with professors for specific details.
Fine Arts:
- The All-Student Art Exhibition opens on Friday, November 13 with a reception at 7:00 p.m. in the Melvin Art Gallery.Showcasing the evolving work of our talented FSC art students in a variety of mediums, this exhibition will run through December 7.The Gallery is open weekdays from 9 – 4 when school is in session, and admission is free.
- Symphonic Soundscapes features the Florida Southern College Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Kira Omelchenko in a gala performance on Tuesday, November 17, at 7:30 p.m. in Branscomb Auditorium (pre-concert discussion at 7:00 p.m.). Drawing on varied musical textures and timbres to create uniquely aural images, this concert includes music inspired by nature, culture, and the environment in works by such composers as Brahms, Mozart, Haydn, and Tchaikovsky. Admission is free to members of the college community, and tickets may be picked up at the Branscomb Box Office.
- From November 19-22 and December 3-6, the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance presents “Chess” in Buckner Theatre with performances at 7:30 p.m. (2:30 p.m. on Sundays).Directed by James Beck, this complex Tony award-winning rock opera takes the ancient game of chess and weaves it into a metaphor for romantic rivalries, competitive gamesmanship, and international intrigues – all to the pulse of a monumental rock score. Free to faculty, staff, and students, reservations may be made at the Buckner Theatre Box Office, 863.680.3089.
Study Suggestions:
Connect with professors. Professors are one resource students simply do not use nearly enough! Encourage your student to schedule appointments with professors or go to posted office hours. If your student doesn’t understand a concept or must miss a class, encourage communication with the professor. At FSC, faculty and staff want to help students reach their full potential.
Taylor Cochran, Student Solutions Specialist
First Year Advice:
The holiday season is quickly approaching, the Halloween candy has been eaten and the cheerful holiday décor is already on display. For many, this festive spirit is contagious, and distracting. With the anticipation of Thanksgiving and Winter break looming, it can be challenging for a student to remember the importance of finishing the semester as strong as he or she started. Many students will have projects, papers, or exams that are not due until the last weeks of class but that are weighted heavily in their overall grade. Waiting until the last minute to complete these major assignments will most certainly put your student at risk for not doing as well in a course due to the fact that there will be little to no opportunity to improve the final grade at that point in the semester. Remind your student that staying focused and motivated during this time will prevent the last minute stress and scrambling seen at the end of the semester. For first-year students, the end of the semester also signals a time when a student will officially earn a Florida Southern GPA. Remind your student that it is much more relaxing to spend the month of December being proud of the GPA you earned rather than worrying about how much you will need to improve it during the spring semester, so make sure they stay focused and finish strong!
– JoEllen Tharp, Student Solutions Specialist
Second-Year Insight:
Class registration for spring semester has begun and second-year students who have earned 30 or more credit hours may begin selecting classes on Monday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. As an additional note, students should check their Portal site to make sure there are no registration holds. If your student is having any challenges, please encourage them to come to us for assistance.
– Louise Johnson, Student Solutions Specialist
From the Counseling Center:
Mission: Possible. The semester is well into its second half and most students still have quite a few papers to write and projects to complete. There are also more tests to take and, of course, final exams. The majority of students will manage to get it all done but this is typically a stressful period as they begin to feel the pressures of limited time and conflicting demands. And, for some students, the usual stressors are magnified by the effects of earlier procrastination or ineffective time management. It’s a short sprint from here to the end of the term and, to be successful, students must put every day to good use. You can support your students’ final press by:
- Encouraging good use of campus academic resources such as Tutor Tables, the Writing Center, professors and academic advisors, and the Student Solutions Center.
- Reminding them that the Chaplain, Community Living staff (RAs, Hall Directors, and CLCs) and the Counseling Center are all excellent sources of assistance with good stress management.
- Sending a care package, a funny card, or other cheering message expressing your confidence in their ability to succeed.
- Helping them leave some study time in the coming Thanksgiving holiday. Students often have such a long list of things they want to do while at home that they don’t get around to the studies they meant to do.
- Reminding them to use the skills and strategies that have gotten them through previous stressful times.
Even though the student life can be a stressful one, most will manage to complete everything in good style. Your encouragement is an important part of that success.
From the FSC Career Center:
Graduate School! Is your student considering graduate school? NOW is the time to start preparing! Have them attend the “Jumpstart Your Future: Graduate School Series” hosted by the Career Center. This two-part series will provide strategies on how to choose the right graduate school program, and will instruct you on how to research and navigate the graduate school application process. Additionally, this series will cover how to write dynamic personal statements, CV’s/resumes, and will provide guidance on how to obtain recommendation letters.
Session #2—Wednesday, November 18th from 5:00-6:00 in the Career Center
Personal Statements/CV’s/Resumes/Recommendation Letters
Is your student graduating this year? Has he/she established a plan of action for the “next step”? Whether your student is pursuing employment or graduate school, the Career Center stands ready to help! Please encourage attendance at our Grad Bash: Tools for Success! workshops on Thursday, November 19th from 4:00 to 5:00 pm or Wednesday, December 9th from 10:45 am to 11:45 am in the Career Center.
Your student will have the opportunity to meet with a Career Counselor to gain insight about resources and strategies to guide him/her in achieving professional goals! Students can choose from the topic areas listed below to create an experience tailored to their specific needs.
- Resume/Cover Letter
- Graduate School
- LinkedIn (networking)
- Portfolios (digital, hard copy, and interview)
- Job Search Resources
Registration for the workshop is required. Interested students can contact the Career Center at 863-680-4390 or email: careercenter@flsouthern.edu.
Would you like your student to build a dynamic resume? By utilizing “Optimal Resume”, they will be able to build their own resume. In order to view Optimal Resume, have them go to https://flsouthern.optimalresume.com. Once they enter the site, they will need to create an account to get started.
Wellness & Intramurals:
Campus Wide Blood Drive Results
We would like to THANK everyone who came out to our Blood Drive this week and donated. We had a two-day goal of 56 donors and we are very happy to announce we had a total of 90 donors. We appreciate the support of our students, faculty and staff in this worthwhile event. Thanks!
Rec Fest 2015
Students are being asked to “Save the Date”, Friday December 11, from 7-9pm for the Wellness Center’s 6th Annual REC FEST event. Stay Tuned more details to follow.
FREE Personal Fitness Consulting
Through our Jump Start program, our fitness staff can help students reach their health and fitness goals. We offer full fitness assessments, functional movement screenings, personalized exercise program design and instruction and nutrition education.
Group Exercise
The Fall schedule of Group Exercise Classes is in full swing.
Intramurals
Trivia Night, Thursday, November 19.
Bicycle Daily Checkout Program
The Wellness Center still offers their daily bike checkout program. Students can sign out a bicycle to ride around beautiful Lake Hollingsworth or go to Publix or uptown to pick up needed items. There is no charge for this service but there is no overnight check out of bicycles.
A Parent Perspective
http://readsh101.com/flsouthern-pp.html
We hope you’ll enjoy this interactive parent’s companion to our Student Health 101 newsletter.
See something in your issue that might be of interest to your student? We encourage you to ask them if they’ve read their current Student Health 101 issue.
The link is included in the weekly e-mail we send to all students every Monday.
Sports Shorts: Home events in bold
Fri. Nov. 13 at West Alabama (SSC/GSC Challenge)
Livingston, AL 3 p.m. M Basketball
Fri. Nov. 13 Paine College (SSC/SIAC Challenge)
Lakeland 4 p.m. W Basketball
Sat. Nov. 14 vs. Delta State (SSC/GSC Challenge)
Livingston, AL 1 p.m. M Basketball
Sat. Nov. 14 Clark Atlanta (SSC/SIAC Challenge)
Lakeland 4 p.m. W Basketball
Sat. Nov. 14 at Tampa
Tampa 4 p.m. Volleyball
Wed. Nov. 18 Barry
Lakeland 5:30 p.m. W Basketball
Wed. Nov. 18 Barry
Lakeland 7:30 p.m. M Basketball
Fri. Nov. 20 Palm Beach Atlantic
Lakeland 7 p.m. Volleyball
Sat. Nov. 21 at Lynn
Boca Raton 2 p.m. W Basketball
Sat. Nov. 21 at Lynn
Boca Raton 4 p.m. M Basketball
Sat. Nov. 21 Barry
Lakeland 4 p.m. Volleyball
Tues. Nov. 24 at Palm Beach Atlantic
West Palm Beach 5:30 p.m. W Basketball
Tues. Nov. 24 Puerto Rico-Bayamon
Lakeland 7:30 p.m. M Basketball
Sat. Nov. 28 at Claflin
Orangeburg, SC 2 p.m. W Basketball
Sun. Nov. 29 at USC Aiken
Aiken, SC 2 p.m. W Basketball
Sun. Nov. 29 at USC Aiken
Aiken, SC 4 p.m. M Basketbal
Final Thoughts – Time to give thanks. For many of you, your student will be at home for the holidays. Encourage lots of rest, reflection and refocus. The coming weeks will be busy ones and your student will need to be re-energized to end the semester on the best note.
All the best – Shari
Shari Szabo
Associate Dean of Student Success
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