Student Food Giveaway Now Includes Community

Vol State is working to keep students and their families fed. A new program is expanding that effort to also help the community. The Gallatin campus will be a pick-up site for a Farmers to Families Program food giveaway each Wednesday through December 23. There will be approximately 400 boxes to give out each week. The distribution will start with Vol State students at 10 a.m. and then, if supplies allow, continue for the public starting at 10:30 a.m. Each box contains two packages of meat, a gallon of milk, cheese, yogurt, or cottage cheese, fruits, and vegetables. Vol State at Springfield is participating for student distribution only. Students should see their email for details.

This is part of an ongoing effort by the Vol State Office of Student Engagement and Support. They have operated the FEED student food bank for several years. Organizers say the need for food support has increased greatly with Covid-19 economic issues in the last year. The distribution will happen at the campus in Gallatin at 1480 Nashville Pike. Attendees should use the main entrance to the college, with the electronic sign, and look for the posted signs. For more information call 615-230-3492.

Vol State Virtual Events this Week

November 16: Study Abroad Student Information Session at 10 a.m. Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/j/97099105343 

 

November 17: “Nelson Mandela: My Prisoner, My Friend – a virtual presentation and discussion with Christo Brand” at 11 a.m. Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqdeyuqDguH9wS-1sYOUq8di4tSPmRT1yF

 

November 17:    SGA Meeting, 11:15am-12:15pm, Zoom, Meeting ID: ID: 326 397 332

 

November 18: Faculty International Education Information Session at Noon, Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/j/99358696804

 

November 19: Study Abroad Showcase at 11 a.m. Faculty members talk about the experience of Study Aboard. Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErdeGprzMjHNUSqnSg697gxns_J6lfSESH

 

Apply Now for Spring Semester - Classes Start January 19

It’s time to apply for Spring 2021 classes at Vol State. The college will have hundreds of courses to choose from in more than 100 areas of study. New students can apply now at www.volstate.edu/apply. The semester begins January 19. 

Vol State online offerings come in three versions. Online asynchronous classes don’t have regular class meetings, allowing students to set their own schedule during the week, with due dates for assignments. Virtual synchronous classes have regularly scheduled online class meetings with instructors via Zoom or other video platforms. The third type, hybrid classes, offer limited in-person class sessions, combined with online coursework. Vol State will have limited on-site face-to-face classes this spring on all four campuses, primarily focusing on courses that feature hands-on class work.

Vol State students have a variety of free online academic support available, including math tutoring and help with papers, speeches and other assignments. Details here: www.volstate.edu/student-support-online

Vol State Virtual Events this Week

Honoring the Legacy of Our Veterans:  A Visual Tribute

November 10 • 12:30 PM

Zoom Registration Link:  https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckceitrjoqGNEeaJcMaA0jNlvzf-jmAmvq

November 11 (Two showings)

11:11 AM

Zoom Registration Link:  https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtdumgqzguHNLDxOOJYzFe2h4Quay87U3c

4:00 PM

Zoom Registration Link:  https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqdO2tqTksGNNeLyX9E9KYoqB9Nv6P5TKj

November 12:    Study Abroad Student Information Session, 11:30am-12:30pm, Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/j/97099105343 

Veterans Day Week Virtual Events

Honoring the Legacy of Our Veterans:  A Visual Tribute

Tuesday, November 10th • 12:30 PM

Zoom Registration Link:  https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckceitrjoqGNEeaJcMaA0jNlvzf-jmAmvq

Wednesday, November 11th (Two showings)

11:11 AM

Zoom Registration Link:  https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMtdumgqzguHNLDxOOJYzFe2h4Quay87U3c

4:00 PM

Zoom Registration Link:  https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqdO2tqTksGNNeLyX9E9KYoqB9Nv6P5TKj

For more information contact:  diversityandinclusionatvolstate.edu

International Education Week at Vol State

International Education Week is coming up at Vol State. Learn about Study Abroad opportunities for students and how you can participate. And join us on Tuesday for a very special guest speaker.

Monday, November 16: Study Abroad Student Information Session at 10 a.m. Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/j/97099105343 

Tuesday, November 17: “Nelson Mandela: My Prisoner, My Friend – a virtual presentation and discussion with Christo Brand” at 11 a.m. Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqdeyuqDguH9wS-1sYOUq8di4tSPmRT1yF

Wednesday, November 18: Faculty International Education Information Session at Noon, Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/j/99358696804

Thursday, November 19: Study Abroad Showcase at 11 a.m. Faculty members talk about the experience of Study Aboard. Zoom, https://volstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErdeGprzMjHNUSqnSg697gxns_J6lfSESH

We’ll also have a drawing to award students a prize for participating in any of this week’s sessions.

Vol State Virtual Event Features Nelson Mandela Jailer

Christo Brand, former prison warden and friend of Nelson Mandela, will share a living testimonial of Mandela’s time in prison and his release. Brand is one of a select few who can offer authentic insights into Mandela’s thoughts, reflections, and hope for humanity. It’s part of International Education Week at Volunteer State Community College and the public is invited to attend.

Brand was Mandela’s warden for twelve years and became a close friend of his – right up until his death in 2013.  At Mandela’s insistence, Brand co-wrote his autobiography titled Doing Life with Mandela: My Prisoner, My Friend.  Mandela chose the title of the book. The presentation features slides showing personal letters, notes, and pictures. Participants will then have the opportunity to ask questions. The free event will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, November 17 at 11 a.m. at www.bit.ly/3kZWrbn. The International Education program at Vol State includes student study abroad opportunities and special events.