Campus News

Alcorn to Host Technology Assimilation in Science Classroom Workshop on July 2-30, 2007

Alcorn State University will host a four-week workshop for middle school and high school science teachers from the surrounding school districts from July 2-30, 2007. The workshop entitled “Technology Assimilation in Science Classroom (TASC)”, is funded by the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning through “No Child Left Behind: Improving Teacher Quality Grant Professional Development Program”. Eighteen teachers from eight school districts will participate in the program. Participants will receive a stipend, daily lunch, Science software and supplies. The main objectives of this program are:

1. To provide a four-week summer workshop, exposing the participants to computer applications in science.

2. To involve teachers in “hands-on” laboratory activities in molecular biology.

3. To prepare teachers with methods to reach the varied interests and abilities of today’s students (Team building, critical thinking and computer presentations).

4. To host two follow-up sessions, one per semester in the following academic year.

5. To help participants develop an awareness for science project and implement at their school.

For more information contact Dr. Babu P. Patlolla, Director of TASC Program at (601) 877-6242 email bpatlolla@alcorn.edu or Mr. Leroy Johnson, Science Coordinator at (601) 877-2303 or Dr. Jan Duncan, Education Coordinator at (601) 877-6208.

AgDiscovery Camp at Alcorn State University is now accepting applications. This three-week, on-campus summer camp is focused on promoting careers in the fields of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine through hands-on experiences and filed trips. This year, the camp will be June 3-June 22, 2007.

To apply, visit http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ The application information is in the lower right hand corner. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2007. For more information, contact Dr. Cassandra Vaughn at 601-877-6541.

Anybody needing transportation from Natchez to travel to Lorman, MS (Alcorn main campus) can call ad sign up.

Contact: Mr. Denver (Head of Natchez Transportation Dept.) 601-445-7568; Tandeka A. Phillips 504-352-2870; or Kelvin 601-442-4970

Accepts applications for children ages 6-months - four
Applications may be picked up from
Eunice Powell Hall Child Development Center.

Student Support Services News

The TRiO (Student Support Services/Upward Bound) website it now up and running!

Go to: www.alcorn.edu

Click on Academics, then College for Excellence, then scroll down to TRIO PROGRAMS!

Downloadable applications and other forms will be added shortly!

Math Center Hours
9AM to 2PM Monday through Saturday
4PM to 8PM Monday to Friday

All those who need help in mathematics courses like College Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Introductory Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, etc., can approach Math Center for better learning. Tutoring is free for all the students of Alcorn State University.

We need your co-operation to create awareness among students about the availability of free math tutoring at Alcorn State University.

For more information contact
Satya Sreedevi Redla, Head
Math Center
Alcorn State University
Ph# (601)877-6692

	Weekly Bulletin Online	From the Office of University Relations
	Volume 28 Issue 12	June 28, 2007
Inside: Campus News Spotlight on Excellence Communiversity News Calendar of Events Job Announcements WB Main Archive Alcorn Home	In other news... Alcorn to Host Technology Assimilation in Science Classroom Workshop on July 2-30, 2007 Alcorn State University will host a four-week workshop for middle school and high school science teachers from the surrounding school districts from July 2-30, 2007. The workshop entitled “Technology Assimilation in Science Classroom (TASC)”, is funded by the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning through “No Child Left Behind: Improving Teacher Quality Grant Professional Development Program”. Eighteen teachers from eight school districts will participate in the program. Participants will receive a stipend, daily lunch, Science software and supplies. The main objectives of this program are: 1. To provide a four-week summer workshop, exposing the participants to computer applications in science. 2. To involve teachers in “hands-on” laboratory activities in molecular biology. 3. To prepare teachers with methods to reach the varied interests and abilities of today’s students (Team building, critical thinking and computer presentations). 4. To host two follow-up sessions, one per semester in the following academic year. 5. To help participants develop an awareness for science project and implement at their school. For more information contact Dr. Babu P. Patlolla, Director of TASC Program at (601) 877-6242 email bpatlolla@alcorn.edu or Mr. Leroy Johnson, Science Coordinator at (601) 877-2303 or Dr. Jan Duncan, Education Coordinator at (601) 877-6208. AgDiscovery Summer Camp Application Time! AgDiscovery Camp at Alcorn State University is now accepting applications. This three-week, on-campus summer camp is focused on promoting careers in the fields of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine through hands-on experiences and filed trips. This year, the camp will be June 3-June 22, 2007. To apply, visit http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ The application information is in the lower right hand corner. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2007. For more information, contact Dr. Cassandra Vaughn at 601-877-6541. Attention All Alcorn State University Students!!! Natchez Transit System Anybody needing transportation from Natchez to travel to Lorman, MS (Alcorn main campus) can call ad sign up. Note: a minimum of 5 people; more encouraged to sign up Contact: Mr. Denver (Head of Natchez Transportation Dept.) 601-445-7568; Tandeka A. Phillips 504-352-2870; or Kelvin 601-442-4970 Paid Environmental Internships! Apply online at www.eco.org. Work with and learn from current professionals Earn between $300 - $700 weekly Over 8,500 culturally diverse candidates placed since 1972 Jumpstart your environmental career! The Environmental Careers Organization (ECO) offers over 750 paid, environmental internships annually with federal government agencies, corporations, and nonprofits nationwide. www.eco.org Child Development Center Accepts applications for children ages 6-months - four Applications may be picked up from Eunice Powell Hall Child Development Center. For further information contact Dr. Grace Prowell at ext. 6255 or 6252 Student Support Services News The TRiO (Student Support Services/Upward Bound) website it now up and running! Go to: www.alcorn.edu Click on Academics, then College for Excellence, then scroll down to TRIO PROGRAMS! Downloadable applications and other forms will be added shortly! ASU Math Center funded by Title-III is opened on Saturdays Math Center Hours 9AM to 2PM Monday through Saturday 4PM to 8PM Monday to Friday All those who need help in mathematics courses like College Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Introductory Algebra, Calculus, Trigonometry, Statistics, etc., can approach Math Center for better learning. Tutoring is free for all the students of Alcorn State University. We need your co-operation to create awareness among students about the availability of free math tutoring at Alcorn State University. For more information contact Satya Sreedevi Redla, Head Math Center Alcorn State University Ph# (601)877-6692
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