Next Monday and Tuesday, November 6 and 7, will be important dates for current Vol State students. It's the start of Spring Priority Registration. It's your short opportunity to register before the public. That could mean getting the classes you need at the times you want.
Spring class registration opens at 8 a.m. on Monday, November 6 for sophomores (30 or more credit hours earned). It opens at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, November 7 for freshmen (less than 30 credit hours earned). Once Priority Registration starts, you will have until November 19 to take advantage of it. You can still register for classes after November 19, but you will be competing with new and readmit students.
Get ready this week by visiting the Degree Works program on your My Vol State page. It will show the classes you need for your listed degree path. But that isn't enough- make sure you talk to your academic advisor about your choices. You don't want to take classes you don't need for your degree. You can find the name of your academic advisor listed on that Degree Works page.
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Robbie Stanley on How to Turn Your Fandom into a Career
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Clay Scott and Robbie Stanley |
Hockey season has started, and many people are wondering
what's going on with the Nashville Predators. A handful of fortunate students
were able to get the inside scoop from a source who's pretty close to the
Preds. Recently, Clay Scott and the Settler had the opportunity to host Vol State alumnus, Robbie Stanley. Robbie Stanley is a multimedia
journalist who’s mainly known for covering the Nashville Predators for NHL.com.
This event was held in the SRB Performing Arts Studio, and nearly every seat
was packed with Preds fans and future journalists alike. Robbie explained his
story, and answered questions about his career and relationship with the team.
“I always wanted to talk about sports,” said Robbie, “I was
always fascinated with SportsCenter; with the stats and the storytelling.”
Robbie got his start in sports writing when he was 17 years old, creating
content for his own personal blog. It was this writing that gained the
attention of NHL.com. He got his associate’s degree in journalism here at Vol
State, and his bachelor’s from MTSU. While at Vol State, he covered sports on
campus for the Settler. “I like the close-knit, family atmosphere at Vol
State,” said Robbie, “My time at Vol State, out of my four years of college,
has been the greatest.”
For those students who wish to get into journalism, Robbie
tells them to write about what they’re passionate about. “You talk about being
there from 9 a.m. until 2:30…not one second of it felt like work to me,” says
Robbie, “I love talking about sports, about people, and being around that
atmosphere.” Another thing students should keep in mind is being current. “You
always have to keep on your toes. The way people experience news is changing.”
Robbie also stresses the importance of developing connections, saying that
“Creating those contacts is just as important as what you know.”
Movie Music Concert Thursday at Vol State
Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark. E.T., Mary Poppins: they're great movies with moving, memorable music. Those are just some of the Movie Music selections in concert this Thursday, November 2 at Vol State in Caudill Hall. The 7pm show ill be performed by the Vol State Wood Wind Ensemble and the Robertson County Community Band. The concert is free and everyone is invited.
Monday, October 30, 2017
Events at Vol State this Week
October
30 SGA Forum, Cafeteria, 12:45pm-2pm
October
30 Paul Brock Band, Irish music and
dance, free show, Caudill Hall in Gallatin, 7 p.m.
October
31 Paul Brock Band, Irish music and
dance, free show, Livingston Campus, 2 p.m.
Nov.
1 Dead Poets Reading, Sigma
Kappa Delta, SRB 150, 12:45pm
Nov. 1 Humanities Lecture: Fantasy and Theory - Structuralist Vision of Modern Speculative Fiction, by Shannon Baldo, SRB 255, 2:30pmNov. 2 Movie Music Concert, Vol State Wind Ensemble and Robertson Community Band, free, Caudill Hall, 7pm
Wednesday, October 25, 2017
Irish Music at Vol State with the Paul Brock Band October 30
Paul
Brock has received many accolades for his music, including “Male Musician of
the Year” from the Irish American News. He brings his Celtic, Irish and Global
music to Volunteer State Community College on October 30. Several Irish
musicians and dancers join him for the Paul Brock Band. Brock is an
accomplished accordion and melodeon player who has performed at venues across
the world, including the Grand Ole Opry. The free concert will be held at 7
p.m. in Caudill Hall on the Vol State campus in Gallatin at 1480 Nashville
Pike. No tickets are required. There will also be a show at the Vol State
Livingston campus on October 31 at 2 p.m. It is also free and everyone in
invited. The concerts are presented by the International Education Program at
Vol State. For more information call 615-230-3764.
Stress Relief for Vol State Students
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David Brewer |
Mid-Semester Worries: Get Free Academic Help with Papers and Math Homework
Students are stressed this time of year. The assignments are piling up and you may be struggling in some courses. We know it's tough. Getting extra academic help may not only get you through the tough times, but help you succeed. You don't need to go it alone.
Vol State has several free academic services that are especially helpful this time of year. Visit the Language Center on the Gallatin campus for help with papers or writing assignments. The Thigpen Library can assist with doing research for those papers. The Learning Commons has tutors to do one-on-one work with you in math and math related science classes, like physics. You also have access to online tutoring through your class eLearn page. Just look for the tutor.com tab.
We have collected info about these services under what we call the College Success Zone. It's a list of what we offer and how to find that help. Visit www.volstate.edu/collegesuccess.
For those students on other campuses visit the Learning Commons to find out what's available. And remember- Tutor.com is available to all Vol State students.
Hang in there and get extra help!
Vol State has several free academic services that are especially helpful this time of year. Visit the Language Center on the Gallatin campus for help with papers or writing assignments. The Thigpen Library can assist with doing research for those papers. The Learning Commons has tutors to do one-on-one work with you in math and math related science classes, like physics. You also have access to online tutoring through your class eLearn page. Just look for the tutor.com tab.
We have collected info about these services under what we call the College Success Zone. It's a list of what we offer and how to find that help. Visit www.volstate.edu/collegesuccess.
For those students on other campuses visit the Learning Commons to find out what's available. And remember- Tutor.com is available to all Vol State students.
Hang in there and get extra help!
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Get Ready for Priority Spring Registration
Priority spring class registration for current students is coming up soon. Why should you care? Priority registration is your opportunity to get the classes you need at the times you want. You have nearly two weeks to register for spring before the public. To get ready to register you need to meet with your academic advisor. You don't want to take classes that don't apply towards your degree. You can start the process by visiting the DegreeWorks section of your MyVolState page. It shows you what classes you need, but you still need to meet with your academic advisor to make sure. If you don't know your academic advisor, you can look them up under your personal information on your MyVolState page. They are also listed in DegreeWorks.
Priority spring course registration for current sophomores (30 credit hours or more) starts at 8am on November 6. It opens for current freshmen (less than 30 credit hours) on November 7 at 8am.
Spring registration for new and readmit students opens on November 20.
Priority spring course registration for current sophomores (30 credit hours or more) starts at 8am on November 6. It opens for current freshmen (less than 30 credit hours) on November 7 at 8am.
Spring registration for new and readmit students opens on November 20.
Monday, October 23, 2017
Events this Week at Vol State
October
23 Discussion: “To Kneel or not to
Kneel”, Nichols Dining Room, Wood Campus Center, 2:30pm
October
24 The College Gamer Project, Dr.
Ryan Otter, inspirational speaker who focuses on student success, Livingston,
9am
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October
24 One Book, One Community, Lisa
Guenther on the American prison system, Nichols Dining Room, 1pm
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October
25 Speaker: NHL.com Predators’ writer Robbie
Stanley, Vol State alumnus talks about his career, SRB Performing Arts Studio,
12:45pm
October
25 Sumner County College Night,
university and college reps from across the country, Pickel Field House, 6pm,
must register at www.gotocollegefairs.com
October
26 FAFSA Frenzy, form assistance,
Cookeville CHEC, 3pm-6pm
October
27 Family Date Night, free dinner and
a movie, Nichols Dining Room, 6pm
October
28 Household Hazardous Waste
Collection, drop-off site, Gallatin Parking Lot E, 9am-2pm
October
28 Artist Reception: Connie Smith,
Vol State Art Gallery, first floor of SRB, 1pm-3pm
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Help Us Name Our New Pioneer
Are you ready to meet
the new guy on campus? Vol State has introduced a new mascot today to help cheer on our Pioneers, and some of our students are excited to meet him. “I
think it’s a good idea,” says Nathan Woodard, “It gets people more involved.”
Another student, Kadee Johnson, says, “Every sports team needs a mascot. It
gets people riled up, and I think that would be fun.” We’ve got almost
everything ready, but we’re missing something.
Our Pioneer needs a name,
and we’re open to suggestions. We value the input of our campus community and
would love to hear your ideas. All that we ask is that they be reasonable;
nothing vulgar or silly. Some ideas we’ve already had were “Paul”, “Pierre”,
and “Patrick”. We’d like to use “Pete”, but some other schools have a “Pioneer
Pete” of their own. For a bit more inspiration, check out this list of mascots
at other schools.
If you have any appropriate suggestions for the name of our new Pioneer, send
them to pr@volstate.edu.
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Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Fall Festival and Food Day in Gallatin Wednesday
Fall Festival Featuring Food Day this Wednesday, October 18. Outside on the Thigpen Library Plaza. 11:00AM-2:00PM.
Join us for Fall Festival in conjunction with Food Day as we bring together faculty, staff, and students to celebrate World Food Days. 88 students from across multiple classes, including dual enrollment, are scheduled to present research projects related to food.
Visit the Stations:
• Mini-Golf
• Face Painting
• Games & activities
• DIY Photo Booth
• Interactive Community service table assembling lunch bags for the Feed
• Community Guests Include:
o UT’s Sumner County Ext. Office and Master Gardeners
o Second Harvest Food Bank
o MTSU’s Fermentation Science Program
o Sumner Regional Hospital
o Tower Garden by Juice Plus
o Mid-Cumberland Resource Agency
• The Vol State Library, SGA, and faculty/staff groups will also have educational and service project opportunities.
• Humanities Matters Lecture Series and History Department Talks present The History of Cooking with Carole Bucy, 2:30, Caudill 102
• Mini-Golf
• Face Painting
• Games & activities
• DIY Photo Booth
• Interactive Community service table assembling lunch bags for the Feed
• Community Guests Include:
o UT’s Sumner County Ext. Office and Master Gardeners
o Second Harvest Food Bank
o MTSU’s Fermentation Science Program
o Sumner Regional Hospital
o Tower Garden by Juice Plus
o Mid-Cumberland Resource Agency
• The Vol State Library, SGA, and faculty/staff groups will also have educational and service project opportunities.
• Humanities Matters Lecture Series and History Department Talks present The History of Cooking with Carole Bucy, 2:30, Caudill 102
Monday, October 16, 2017
What You Can Do to Improve Your Test Scores
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Sally Lindsey |
The “wing-it” mentality is one that can be damaging to your
academic success as a college student, and I would say that I’m guilty of it.
It seems like I can devote time to everything but studying, which doesn’t
always work in my favor. Instead of following my example, you should follow the
example of someone like Sally Lindsey, who revisits her notes often. As an
example, Sally says, “Before I took my philosophy midterm, I would go into my
notes and write over them with new information.” It’s a good idea to study for
your exams, but you should also be aware of what material will be on them. “Check
in with your teacher, email them, and figure out what you need to study,” says
Betty Mandeville, an English professor here at Vol State, “Don’t waste time
studying material you don’t have to.” Also remember to use campus resources
such as the Learning Commons, Language Center, and Tutor.com to help if there’s
something that you don’t understand.
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Betty Mandeville |
Along with studying, you should try to get a good night’s
sleep. Findings at the UCLA suggest that cramming isn’t helpful, and that a bit
more sleep can net you a better score on your tests. Andrew Fuligni, UCLA professor
of psychiatry, reports that “an adequate amount of sleep is also critical for
academic success. These results are consistent with emerging research
suggesting that sleep deprivation impedes learning” (http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/cramming-for-a-test-don-t-do-it-237733). It can be difficult to try
and strike that balance of sleeping and studying, but it can be done. Look at your
schedule and devote enough time to studying and resting. Cut out distractions
like TV or your phone when you work so you can stay focused and use your time
better. Get in bed at a specific time and try to wind down before doing so.
Fiesta this Saturday, October 21 - Fiesta de Otono octubre 21
(abajo en español)
Volunteer State Community College will host the Latino Fall Fiesta on
Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The annual celebration of Latino
culture will include a soccer goal kicking contest, with several age categories
from kids to adult. The Fiesta is a free event featuring food, music and fun. The
Miss Princesa Americas Pageant competition will be held live on the plaza stage
this year.
“Vol State hosts the Fiesta each year to help showcase many of the
nations and cultures that we call Latino,” said Eric Melcher with Vol State.
“We want to show how diverse Latino culture is around the world. It’s also an
opportunity to welcome people to the Vol State campus. We have hundreds of
Latino students at the college each semester.”
The food cook-off contest features foods from many different Latino
nations. After judging at 11 a.m., the public is welcome to sample. There will also
be a free Mexican lunch and drinks starting at noon. The family event, held
outside on the campus grounds, includes live music, dance groups, art
activities, and games for kids.
The Fall Fiesta at Vol State will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The
event will happen, rain or shine, on the campus at 1480 Nashville Pike in
Gallatin. The rain location is the Pickel Field House. The Fall Fiesta is free
and open to everyone. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket and chairs and
spend the day. The soccer contest age schedule can be found in Spanish and
English on the web page: www.volstate.edu/espanol/Fiesta.php
For more information in English or Spanish call 615-230-4846.
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La Fiesta de Vol State
Presenta el Concurso de Miss Princesa Américas
El concurso de Miss Princesa Américas se presentará en el Volunteer
State Community College, el sábado 21 de octubre como parte de la celebración
de la Fiesta de Otoño de Vol State. El concurso será en vivo en la tarima de La
plaza. La celebración de la cultura latina incluirá nuevamente el concurso de
“patear” la pelota de fútbol, con varias categorÃas por edad desde niños hasta
adultos. La Fiesta de Otoño es un evento gratis con comida, música y diversión.
"Vol State patrocina la Fiesta todos los años para ayudar a
representar todos los diferentes paÃses y culturas que forman lo que conocemos
como cultura latina ", dijo Eric Melcher, Coordinador de Comunicaciones de
Vol State. "Queremos demostrar la diversidad de la cultura latina
alrededor del mundo. Es una manera de darle la bienvenida a todas las personas
al campus de Vol State. Tenemos cientos de estudiantes latinos en el Colegio
todos los semestres”.
El Concurso de Cocina demuestra comidas de los distintos paÃses latinos.
Una vez los jueces determinen quienes son los ganadores, el público tendrá la
oportunidad de probar los platillos. Además del Concurso de Cocina, habrá un almuerzo
de comida mexicana y bebidas gratis a partir del mediodÃa. Este evento familiar
celebrado al aire libre en los terrenos del campus, incluye música en vivo,
grupos de bailes, actividades de arte, y una variedad de juegos y diversiones
para los niños.
La Fiesta de Otoño de Vol State
se celebrará a partir de las 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. El evento ocurrirá, con
lluvia o con sol, en el campus de Volunteer State Community College, 1480
Nashville Pike en Gallatin. En caso de lluvia el evento se moverá al Pickel
Field House. La Fiesta de Otoño es gratis y abierta para todos. Invitamos a las
personas a llevar una manta y sillas para que pasen bien el dÃa. Las categorÃas
de edades del concurso de “patear” la pelota de futbol las pueden encontrar en
el sitio web: www.volstate.edu/espanol/Fiesta.php . Para obtener más información en inglés o
español llame al 615-230-4846.
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Events this Week at Vol State
October
16 Fall Break
October
17 Fall Break
October
18 Food Day and Fall Festival,
Gallatin Plaza and Quad, 11am-2pm
October
19 Speaker: Singer Tonya R. Dyson on
being a survivor of sexual assault and domestic violence in the music industry,
Nichols Dining Room, 12:45pm
October
21 Fall Fiesta at Vol State,
celebration of Latino culture, free food, music and fun, outside on Gallatin
Plaza, 10am-3pm
Friday, October 13, 2017
Discussion Thursday: Sex Assault in the Music Industry
A very timely discussion coming up next week- Singer Tonya R. Dyson will share her personal accounts of being a survivor of sexual assault and domestic violence in the music industry. Thursday, October 19, Nichols Dining Room, Wood Campus Center, 12:45pm. Check out her website to hear her music.
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Visit Your Advisor Now So You Don't Have to Worry Later
Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about the
spring semester. You’ll be able to register for spring classes starting in the
first week of November. Get started now by meeting with your academic advisor.
Your advisor can help you figure out what classes to take, and can make sure
you’re getting what you need to succeed. Since my focus is in English, my
advisor is Nancy Blomgren. Throughout my time here at Vol State, I’ve made it a
point to check in with her a couple of times each semester. She’s helped me
concoct a good plan of action for which classes to take, and she got me back on
track after unfortunate scheduling meant I couldn’t get the classes I needed.
It’s important to see your advisor sooner rather than later. He or she can help you pick which classes you need, making sure you get the schedule you want. You can also schedule an appointment with your academic advisor at other times- to seek their advice on other academic matters, like graduation, transferring, and switching your major. If you don’t know who your advisor is, you can figure it out by logging into your MyVolstate account. As soon as you do, you’ll see a group of quick links. Click on “DegreeWorks” and you’ll be lead to a page that shows who your adviser is. You can click on their name to email them if need be.
It’s important to see your advisor sooner rather than later. He or she can help you pick which classes you need, making sure you get the schedule you want. You can also schedule an appointment with your academic advisor at other times- to seek their advice on other academic matters, like graduation, transferring, and switching your major. If you don’t know who your advisor is, you can figure it out by logging into your MyVolstate account. As soon as you do, you’ll see a group of quick links. Click on “DegreeWorks” and you’ll be lead to a page that shows who your adviser is. You can click on their name to email them if need be.
Priority spring semester registration opens on November 6
for sophomores (30 credit hours or more) and November 7 for freshmen (less than
30 credit hours).
Monday, October 9, 2017
Get Ready for Priority Registration - See Your Advisor
It's time to see your academic advisor to get ready for Priority Registration for the Spring Semester. Priority Registration is your opportunity to get the classes you need at the times you want- before new students. Anyone taking classes this fall is eligible. But it's important to see your academic advisor first, so you take the classes you need for your degree. You can also get started now by using DegreeWorks on My Vol State to see what classes you need. But then make an appointment and see your advisor. If you take classes that don't apply to your degree you may be wasting time and money.
If you're not sure who your academic advisor is, the answer is just a few clicks away. Go to your personal information on you My Vol State page- your advisor will be listed there. It's also listed on that DegreeWorks page.
Priority Registration for spring classes for current students opens on November 6 for sophomores (students with 30 credits of more) and November 7 for freshmen (students with less than 30 credits).
If you're not sure who your academic advisor is, the answer is just a few clicks away. Go to your personal information on you My Vol State page- your advisor will be listed there. It's also listed on that DegreeWorks page.
Priority Registration for spring classes for current students opens on November 6 for sophomores (students with 30 credits of more) and November 7 for freshmen (students with less than 30 credits).
Events this Week at Vol State
October
11 Crescent Circus, stunts, magic and
comedy, Cafeteria, 12:45-1:45pm
October
11 Lecture: Monuments and Memorials,
by Grady Eades, Performing Arts Studio, 1pm
And a reminder for next week:
October
16 Fall Break
October
17 Fall Break
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
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Tree Removal and Planting
In an effort to maintain the aesthetics of our campus and to
ensure a healthy tree population, Plant Operations will be overseeing a couple
of noteworthy projects in the weeks ahead. First, eighteen pine trees
will be removed from an area contiguous to the tennis courts. These trees
are damaging the infrastructure in that area. After these trees are
removed a project will be undertaken to resurface the tennis courts.
Second, four spruce trees will be removed from the area between the parking lot
and the Pickel Field House. These trees are dying because of insufficient
area for their root balls.
For each tree that is removed two native trees will be
planted in locations that support the Volunteer State Community College Master
Plan. Vol State is intentional in planting diverse
foliage and promoting the health of trees on campus. If you are
interested in becoming more involved in these efforts consider reaching out to Le-Ellen Dayhuff at Le-Ellen.Dayhuff@volstate.edu
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
This Week at Vol State
October
3 Calaveras Poetry Contest,
Performing Arts Studio, 12:45pm-1:45pm
October
3 Speaker: Former Ambassador to the
United Nations from Grenada, Eugene M. Pursoo, Mattox Building, Room 104, 1:30
pm.
October
4 The Feed Vol State food pantry
grand opening celebration, food tips and demonstrations, Ramer Great Hall, 2pm.
October
4 Domestic Violence Awareness
Presentation: “A Journey through Domestic Violence” by Suzie Jones, Caudill
Hall Auditorium, 12:45pm and 6pm.
October
5 Connie Smith art exhibit opens,
through Nov. 2, Vol State Gallery, first floor SRB
October
5 Shut Up and Write Workshop,
Nichols Dining Room, 2:20pm
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