Archive 2008

Past Issues of CLASS Action Newsletter, 2008

Volume 1, Number 1 - January 4, 2008

Looking Back, Looking Forward
The committee is choosing to focus first on the NHS college meeting.
1/3/08 at 10:53:30 AM

Creating Community
Progressive open house and higher education conference
1/3/08 at 11:10:47 AM

MAP Recap
Understanding the theory behind student development is one thing, but to see it happen first hand was a priceless experience.
1/3/08 at 11:15:36 AM

H-N-Y!
Now that the new year -- and degree clearance, probation review, and orientation -- have arrived...
1/3/08 at 4:15:41 PM

Now That Grades Are Posted
Letters of recommendation vs. letters that are never fun to compose
1/4/08 at 8:31:09 AM

Volume 1, Number 2 - January 11, 2008

Bibliotherapy
Problems? Read a book!
1/10/08 at 12:32:43 PM

Changes in the Works
The only thing constant is the excitement, joy, and enthusiasm of our students.
1/10/08 at 12:24:21 PM

Quotes from Online Orientation
They want help, but they don't want help.
1/10/08 at 12:40:36 PM

Deep Breath In, Exhale
…Start all over again
1/10/08 at 1:05:19 PM

Two Big Projects
Internship deadline fast approaching
1/10/08 at 1:36:06 PM

Transition to UHP
Beginning with the construction of the UHP freshman cohort
1/10/08 at 1:53:29 PM

GoldPASS Evolves and CLA Students Get New Space
Last semester began with the launch of a new and improved version of GoldPASS.
1/11/08 at 8:24:41 AM

Volume 1, Number 3 - January 18, 2008

Happy Trails
Honored to have been one of their company
1/17/08 at 11:21:29 AM

O/R and Spring Events
Finding creative spots for students to stand, sit, squat, and lean
1/17/08 at 11:25:55 AM

When Students Are Gone
You promised yourself, but now a student is calling.
1/17/08 at 12:55:31 PM

Volume 1, Number 4 - January 26, 2008

Telling Stories
Stories bring integration and purpose.
1/24/08 at 11:20:27 AM

During a Minnesota Deep Freeze, "Spring" Seems Out of Place
Na shledanou, Niki.
1/24/08 at 12:23:27 PM

Winter Break Outreach
Psych Sci advisers contact students in need.
1/24/08 at 3:14:02 PM

Exciting (Ad)ventures in English
Opportunities, an internship, and new study space for English undergrads
1/24/08 at 3:18:17 PM

The (First Annual) HNS Retreat
A day of imagining
1/24/08 at 4:25:11 PM

Volume 1, Number 5 - February 1, 2008

Like Sisyphus, We Carry On
Working with students is rewarding, but challenging
1/31/08 at 2:52:24 PM

Rats
Gong xi fa cai!* (technically next week, beginning on February 7, 2008)
1/31/08 at 2:57:01 PM

Where Have I Heard That Before?
Reflecting on questions that affect our approach to students
1/31/08 at 3:11:59 PM

Refreshing Your Enthusiasm for Advising
Try new strategies when working with students
1/31/08 at 3:18:33 PM

Thanks, Ladies!
Another round of orientation goes smoothly
1/31/08 at 3:56:10 PM

Building New Connections and Broader Conversations
"Coming to a Common Vision"
1/31/08 at 4:02:20 PM

Volume 1, Number 6 - February 8, 2008

Just a Leap Day Away
Spring events on the way
2/7/08 at 1:17:45 PM

Transfers Welcome
'Tradition' of welcoming transfer students continues...
2/7/08 at 3:30:24 PM

In Transition!
Nature abhors a vacuum.
2/7/08 at 3:33:37 PM

Interviewing Candidates
Open faculty positions, photo contest, alumni reception, SPACO, and visit to Ecuador
2/7/08 at 3:45:17 PM

Transformative Education
Continuing the momentum toward significant and pervasive change: Monday Feb. 11 and Tuesday, Feb. 12
2/8/08 at 12:15:24 PM

Good News About Grants
A one-time gift of $3,000 to be used this spring
2/8/08 at 12:23:29 PM

Volume 1, Number 7 - February 15, 2008

Teaching Responsibility
As advisers, we are often many things to students . . . what we are mostly is teachers.
12/13/07 at 10:34:17 AM

Keeping Our Heads Above Water
Postdiluvian advising in progress
12/13/07 at 10:35:50 AM

Ending the Semester
A return to full staffing levels
12/13/07 at 2:25:15 PM

Volume 1, Number 8 - February 22, 2008

Field Trip
Keeping an eye on the number of hits to the probation site
2/21/08 at 1:38:49 PM

Stories and Pictures
How great the stories shared will be in a couple of weeks
2/21/08 at 1:46:03 PM

Spring Proposals Up Close
A mind-numbing 13 proposals had a Management concentration.
2/21/08 at 2:17:24 PM

Senior Project Changes
Now offered as a 3-credit class
2/21/08 at 1:38:44 PM

Mapping Initiation into University Life
Welcome Week and the graphic syllabus
2/22/08 at 11:04:50 AM

Student Leadership in ADFAB
Two different ways to get involved, be engaged, and to serve
2/22/08 at 12:12:08 PM

Volume 1, Number 9 - February 29, 2008

Streaming Advising Processes
Longer lives if not 9 lives
2/28/08 at 2:01:14 PM

New Collaborative Minor Launches
Commemorating the student activism that served as the genesis of the department
2/28/08 at 2:01:35 PM

Scanning...Scanning...
Had a hard time keeping up with the demand, but we pushed through.
2/28/08 at 2:01:53 PM

All-Day Walk-In, Year-Long Plans
Visiting speakers and programs we often work with
2/28/08 at 2:12:05 PM

Volume 1, Number 10 - March 7, 2008

'Stunning Ignorance' or Not
Find out whether you're smarter than a twelfth grader…
3/6/08 at 1:30:05 PM

New Online Tools for Students
CCLC grows its online career services for CLA students.
3/6/08 at 1:37:57 PM

Long-Awaited Debut
Greetings from the University Honors Program!
3/6/08 at 1:48:10 PM

New Home
Child Psychology undergraduate program now in 275 Peik Hall
3/6/08 at 2:44:54 PM

Assorted Important Updates
Mark your calendars.
3/6/08 at 4:35:30 PM

A Product You Need
Carefully building a national reputation
3/7/08 at 10:03:09 AM

Volume 1, Number 11 - March 14, 2008

Uncoupling the Paradigm
Truly amazing internships and how to apply for them
3/13/08 at 2:47:19 PM

Access to Success
The University of Minnesota is admitting its first group of Access to Success (ATS) students for fall 2008.
3/13/08 at 2:47:24 PM

Selling the Benefits
The myth that a liberal arts degree is about as useful as a three-dollar bill is still alive and well.
3/13/08 at 3:01:34 PM

Comprehensive Review
Hands-on active learning and carefully structured progression through the levels of coursework
3/13/08 at 3:07:01 PM

Volume 1, Number 12 - March 21, 2008

It's Fall Already?
To-Do List open, dates entered, first meeting scheduled, and letters to be mailed this week
3/20/08 at 2:37:25 PM

To Help Ensure They Persist
Connecting sophomores to campus after an intense first-year experience
3/20/08 at 3:35:16 PM

Targeting the 2008 Freshman Class
Using direct student feedback to dynamically link student engagement and development, while informing effective advising strategies.
3/20/08 at 3:44:07 PM

Gatherings Abound
During the first week in April, both departments will be having gatherings for students, staff, and faculty.
3/20/08 at 4:09:09 PM

Volume 1, Number 13 - March 28, 2008

Reflections on Student Involvement
Things happen for a reason.
3/28/08 at 10:07:58 AM

The Great Equalizer
Students, faculty, and staff commingle and informal relationships are forged.
3/28/08 at 10:38:23 AM

Well-Represented at NACADA
Helping students bloom
3/28/08 at 10:40:08 AM

More Task Oriented
In spring, we tend to shift gears.
3/28/08 at 10:41:14 AM

Looking Into Retention
NHS students who began in fall but were not registered on the 10th day of spring semester.
3/28/08 at 10:58:29 AM

CLA College Day 2008
A mere five months to go before 2,750 new first-year CLA students arrive on campus for Welcome Week 2008
3/28/08 at 11:01:19 AM

The Craft and Art of Student Services
Reflecting on our Town Hall conversation
3/28/08 at 1:17:00 PM

Volume 1, Number 14 - April 4, 2008

Calling All Transfer Students!
TSAB needs new members and help for next year.
4/3/08 at 1:28:12 PM

Big Event & Fond Farewell
Event gave students a chance to practice networking--a completely new skill to most of them.
4/3/08 at 2:01:09 PM

Looking Forward to Open House
One of the most enjoyable aspects of our work is to meet and greet these students.
4/3/08 at 2:03:22 PM

Going Paperless
Had to research before we could embrace.
4/3/08 at 2:10:44 PM

Volume 1, Number 15 - April 11, 2008

Anthropology of Death
The many "aha!" moments that emerge as students encounter unexpected interconnections...
4/10/08 at 2:56:05 PM

Beautiful Day & Reception
Enthusiasm for the program and personal stories
4/10/08 at 2:58:42 PM

Significant Uptick
Enthusiastic students and parents alike
4/11/08 at 12:34:05 PM

Volume 1, Number 16 - April 18, 2008

May I Take Your Order?
What they should register for, what coursework they have remaining, and what they should do with the rest of their lives
4/21/08 at 12:58:25 PM

Peer Mentor Applicants
Matching incoming freshmen with experienced students
4/21/08 at 1:11:02 PM

Experience Survey
To collect data for use in outreach, assessment, and research within the college
4/21/08 at 2:08:59 PM

When Creative Minds Connect
Stomp the Sophomore Slump!
4/21/08 at 2:13:01 PM

Volume 1, Number 17 - April 25, 2008

Data Reflections
Aligning programming with measurable outcomes
4/24/08 at 12:56:45 PM

Spring Thaw and Wildlife
Dispelling false assumptions
4/24/08 at 11:44:40 AM

Undergraduate Symposium Experience
Stepping away from jargon and explaining how the research might impact people's lives
4/24/08 at 9:53:01 AM

Volume 1, Number 18 - May 2, 2008

Awards, Conferences, and Events, Oh My
Service-learning and community involvement take center stage.
5/1/08 at 12:28:20 PM

End of the Year Picnic
Celebrate the accomplishments of GWSS faculty and students!
5/1/08 at 12:37:34 PM

"One Country, One Village, One Project"
Two dollars can make a difference.
5/1/08 at 12:44:00 PM

CLA Honors Luncheon
A chance to recognize graduates and national scholarship recipients.
5/1/08 at 12:33:40 PM

Volume 1, Number 19 - May 16, 2008

Changes in History Survey Courses
History: It's not what it used to be.
5/15/08 at 12:54:39 PM

Students Shine Bright as Semester Ends
Preparing for the impending rush of orientation
5/15/08 at 1:02:04 PM

Larger Sense of Community
It was great to see so many students come out to support and celebrate their peers.
5/15/08 at 2:20:15 PM

Volume 1, Number 20 - May 23, 2008

Engergized!
Back from NACADA, Best of Region, and many ideas to put in place
5/22/08 at 3:33:51 PM

Welcome Week-Orientation Connection
Changes in College Meeting and new orientation materials
5/22/08 at 1:23:21 PM

CLA Dean's List
Learn how to qualify for the CLA Dean's List, what to do if your name was not listed, and link to the list.
5/22/08 at 11:37:46 AM

Aware, Concerned & Available
Connecting students with resources as soon as possible
5/22/08 at 11:12:39 AM

New Opportunities for Students and Staff
Bumper crop of graduating seniors
5/22/08 at 10:54:08 AM

Volume 1, Number 21 - May 30, 2008

New Leaves
Improved (less clingy) parents on the way?
5/29/08 at 5:13:51 PM

History Beyond the Classroom
Drawing on community resources
5/29/08 at 4:00:16 PM

Thrill-Relief-Calm-Accomplishment
Living the academic calendar
5/29/08 at 3:58:05 PM

Arriving Before the Summer Hoopla
Right off the bat
5/29/08 at 3:02:21 PM

Volume 1, Number 22 - June 6, 2008

Online Orientation
New version unveiled
6/6/08 at 1:58:56 PM

In the Thick of Training
Upcoming orientation and registration marathon
6/6/08 at 1:58:58 PM

Various Comings & Goings
Off to change the world
6/6/08 at 1:59:00 PM

Helping CLA Students Connect to Employers
On-campus recruiting: spring 2008 highlights
6/6/08 at 1:59:53 PM

A Glimpse of Some CLASS Colleagues...
Orientation training (June 2-6, 2008)
6/6/08 at 2:00:55 PM

Volume 1, Number 23 - June 13, 2008

New Faces: Dazed & Eager
"Strap yourselves in, it's gonna be a bumpy ride!"
6/12/08 at 2:41:35 PM

Curiously Similar Numbers
Still being finalized, but approximately ....
6/12/08 at 2:56:58 PM

Paso al Futuro & Spring Feast
Getting students and staff more connected with the community
6/12/08 at 3:06:47 PM

Changing and Collaborating
For and by students
6/12/08 at 3:08:48 PM

Volume 1, Number 24 - June 20, 2008

Degree Clearance Complete
Meeting that first big batch of freshmen
6/20/08 at 9:47:06 AM

Stone Tool Technologies
Million-plus-year-old art forms can be tricky.
6/20/08 at 9:49:01 AM

Those Intelligent Incoming Students
We wish the conversations could go on and on.
6/20/08 at 10:04:35 AM

Changing Their Answers
We're glad the students are engaged, but it's keeping us hopping.
6/20/08 at 10:07:57 AM

The End of an ADFABulous Year
A semester's worth of events
6/20/08 at 10:14:56 AM

Volume 1, Number 25 - June 27, 2008

Meet the Dynamic Duo
During the summer months a greater role is given to our peer advisers.
6/26/08 at 1:11:01 PM

In the Swing of Things
Freshman orientation now fully underway
6/26/08 at 1:21:00 PM

Defining 'Academic Adviser'
From flower to power
6/26/08 at 1:31:49 PM

Summer of '68
Peace and the roots of disquietude
6/27/08 at 10:08:41 AM

How I'm Spending My Summer
A look at our summer projects list
6/27/08 at 10:23:35 AM

Volume 1, Number 26 - July 11, 2008

Annual File Review
Next to last push for CLA O/R
7/10/08 at 2:07:04 PM

'True' CLA Students
Most students seem to understand that their major does not equal their career.
7/10/08 at 2:16:14 PM

May We Introduce...
New peer adviser
7/10/08 at 2:27:36 PM

New Beginnings
Reviewing all coursework for the new liberal education requirements
7/10/08 at 3:01:16 PM

Volume 1, Number 27 - July 18, 2008

Early Outreach
Better informed and earlier major declarations
7/18/08 at 9:12:09 AM

News from 'Orientation Central'
With no time for the dust to settle, we're switching gears ...
7/18/08 at 10:00:59 AM

Summer Slowdown but Full Force This Fall
New department chair: scholar in classical Chinese, Japanese and Chinese poetry, and Buddhism
7/18/08 at 10:06:03 AM

We're Popular!
Excited to have so many new freshmen to meet
7/18/08 at 11:14:55 AM

Volume 1, Number 28 - July 25, 2008

News from the Attic
Yes, your adviser enjoys bugging you, even in the summer.
7/25/08 at 10:14:47 AM

The Great Migration
When it comes to electronic files, things do pile up.
7/25/08 at 10:14:51 AM

How Do Students Choose a College?
The scholars, the careerists, the conflicted, and the drifters
7/25/08 at 10:49:07 AM

Volume 1, Number 29 - August 1, 2008

The Optimist in All of Us
What were the highlights? Any particular students stand out?
7/31/08 at 10:51:21 AM

Pattern & Rhyme
We mirror the path of our first-year students in some significant and startling ways.
7/31/08 at 10:51:23 AM

Career Services Ties to Student Outcomes
Goal orientation, self awareness, and communication
7/31/08 at 11:03:05 AM

What?/So What?/Now What?
A simple and useful framework for understanding the ways we ask reflective questions
7/31/08 at 7:29:00 PM

Volume 1, Number 30 - August 8, 2008

Stepping Up With Upward Bound Students
Opportunity to succeed in a precollege or higher education atmosphere
8/7/08 at 1:19:47 PM

With a Little Help from My Friends
Having to speak with authority ... while learning
8/7/08 at 1:28:25 PM

Divide & Conquer
Employing an age-old war strategy
8/7/08 at 1:29:53 PM

Promise of Excitement
Changes ahead for faculty, staff, and students
8/7/08 at 1:33:43 PM

Volume 1, Number 31 - August 15, 2008

Task Number 1
By the end of this week we'll be in home stretch.
8/14/08 at 3:46:24 PM

Getting Students Connected
Student Engagement Panel, Mentor Program, and Prepare 2012
8/14/08 at 4:07:27 PM

Top Five Memories
Their struggles, dreams, and academic plans
8/15/08 at 10:15:26 AM

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