Spring 2010 NTC Staff Welcome :HOFRPH WR 0&&¶V Northern Tier Center-­ where students suc-­ cess is our highest priority! At NTC the faculty members take great pride in provid-­ ing the students on this area with aca-­ demic excellence in the classroom. You have the opportunity to learn from faculty who are leaders in their fields. This expertise, along with the extensive programs that MCC offers, our convenient location, smaller class sizes, and personalized attention, are all de-­ signed to ensure YOUR success. Mott Community College is always looking at ways to enhance our capabilities so the college can serve you better. For some of you this is your first se-­ mester in college and if this is the case, please do not hesitate to stop by the NTC office to ask questions. The NTC staff strives to provide accurate information. Remember, we are here to serve you. Wishing you ALL academic success (a.k.a. Good Grades) for Spring & Summer semesters! Desiree Londrigan Desiree Londrigan, Site Manger Helpful Telephone Numbers NTC Office: (810) 232-­8044 Mott Admissions: (810) 762-­5603 Mott Bookstore: (810) 762-­0144 Desiree Londrigan, Site Manager Marcia Teer, Secretary II Deborah Potts, Secretary I Cindy Riness, Support Staff Work Study Students: Ashley Barron Charlotte Feck Valerie Springer Mott Financial Aid: (810) 762-­0144 Mott College Closing (810) 232-­8989 Mott Security: (810) 762-­0222 Spring/ Summer Office Hours Monday -­ Thursday 8:00 a.m. -­ 6:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. -­ 5:00 p.m. 2 Northern Tier Center Registration Begins -­ April 1, 2010 Last Day to withdraw from Winter Semester classes is April 23, 2010 Day Time Monday 9:00 AM -­ 2:00 PM Tuesday 2:30 PM -­ 5:30 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM -­ 5:00 PM Thursday 10:30 AM -­ 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM -­ 5:00 PM Day Time Registration Policy for Spring, Summer, Fall 2010 As we prepare for Spring, Summer and Fall Registration to open on April 1, 2010, the following policy decisions have been made to facilitate the registration process. Tuesday, 5/4/10 8:00 AM -­ 6:00 PM Wednesday 5/5/10 8:00 AM -­ 6:00 PM Registration will be open and available to ALL students on April 1st. There will NOT be an automatic drop process for non-­payment of tuition during the following periods listed below. Instead, there will be a registration period that lasts on the following dates for Spring, Summer and Fall. Spring -­ April 1st to April 21st Summer-­ April 1st to June 7th Fall -­ April 1st to August 2nd So for each registration period listed above, students have until the last date to pay for their classes. Classes not paid for or held by a MCC PERC HOLD by the LAST date of the registration period will be dropped automatically by MCC the next day. 'RQ¶WIRUJHWWR6LJQ-­Up for 2010-­2011 FASFA On the www.fafsa.gov website After the last date for each registration period, students will have two business days to pay for their classes. (Example: if a student registers for Spring courses on April 21st, the student will have to pay no later than April 23rd or the course (s) will be dropped). 6WXGHQWVVKRXOGKDYHDPHWKRGRISD\PHQWLQSODFHE\WKHQLW¶V up to each student to follow up as needed. See Class Schedule Books for more information. Payment Plans will still be Available for Fall & Winter Semesters. 3 Faculty Appreciation Week The Northern Tier Center will be recognizing and celebrating our Della Becker-­Cornell Sandy Berra Laurie Bonventre Cheri Brown Lauren Brown Karen Chrysler Walter Drwal Ron Falkenstein Vanessa Ferguson Kim Giacchina Cora Gregory Lois Griffin Adam Gucfa Richard Haffner James Hartz Susan Hinton Cynthia Holland Robert Hyduke Donna Ireland Richard Jackson Keith Jacobson Rodney Jefferson Cynthia Joseph Pamela Kalmar Ron Klassen Mary Koopman Norma LaFave Derek Marshall Lee Metzelaar Candice Munoz Geoffrey Neithercut Stephen Nordstrom Jason Pavicic Lee Pelton Mark Petersen Mary Renton Renee Richardson Cheri Roberts Randy Robson Timothy Ross Rachel Sauter Nancy Schillinger Karen Sleno Kristen Slosser Maureen Smith Leonard Standridge Lynette Sutton Janet Talarico Nash Uebelhart Stella Webster Kaye Whitman Perry Wilbon Frank Yon A Teacher for All Seasons A teacher is like Spring, Who nurtures new green sprouts, Encourages and leads them, Whenever they have doubts. A teacher is like Summer, Whose sunny temperament Makes studying a pleasure, Preventing discontent. A teacher is like Fall, With methods crisp and clear, Lessons of bright colors And a happy atmosphere. Supplies A teacher is like Winter, ǯǡ Keeping students comfortable, As a warm and helpful guide. HERE @ NTC Teacher, you do all these things, With a pleasant attitude; ǯ ǡ And you have my gratitude! Pencils .10¢ Pens .25¢ By Joanna Fuchs Notebooks $1.50 each MCC Library Hours The NTC has Janitorial Service during the day as well as the evening. Please welcome The Anderson Janitorial Service Ken Anderson & Anita Wilson If you have any questions or concern please let the Administrative Staff in the office know and they will give the custodians your message. Purchase School 20 ¢ each or (5) for $1.00 30 ¢ each (Main Campus) Monday -­ Tuesday 8:00 AM -­ 9:00 PM Wednesday -­ Thursday -­ Friday 8:00 AM -­ 5:00 PM 30 ¢ each 40 ¢ each Saturday 12:00 PM -­ 5:00 PM Mott Library Phone# (810) 762-­0411 4 Your MOTHER Mott Community College -­‐ is NOT here -­ Northern Tier Center Computer OPEN LAB Schedule We have been experiencing some SEVERE problems with the septic system at the NTC. This is a ³)ULHQGO\ 5HPLQGHU´ not to flush any personal hygiene products in the toilet (tampons, kotex, diapers, etc.). These products are plugging up the septic system and it is very expensive to repair. (Available times to use the Computer Lab) Tuesday -­ Thursday 1:15 PM -­ 6:00 PM Thank you for your cooperation regarding this matter. Friday 8:00 AM -­ 5:00 PM Sincerely, Monday -­ Wednesday 9:00 AM -­ 6:00 PM Desiree Londrigan, Site Manager Student Services Student Copy Machines Contact Us: Matthew Curtis Key Xerographic Technician Phone: (810) 762-­0528 Copy machines are available for student use in several locations on the MCC Main Campus and the extension campuses. Cost: 15¢ each using cash 10¢ each using an MCC ID/Debit card. Students can add money to their ID/Debit card by using machines located in most campus buildings. Note: MCC does not have facilities available for students who need color copies, double sided copies, or transparencies. Fax machines are not available for student use. The Northern Tier Center has a NEW STUDY AREA for students to use, which is located in the hallway adjacent to the Student Lounge. Information Technology Services Pay To Print Contact Us: Computing Support Services Phone: (810) 762-­HELP on campus Email: ITS.ComputingServices@mcc.edu Pay to print has been instituted in the MCC computer labs. Students must present a photo ID and current course schedule to use the computer labs. Cost: Black & White -­ .04¢/page Color -­ .25¢/page Feel free to take a book to read from the NTC Reading Center. In order to keep this service go-­‐ ing, please donate any of your unwanted books to the NTC Reading Center. 5 Northern Tier Center EVENT Special Education -­‐ Art Day Sponsored by the VSA of Arts of MI -­‐ Genesee County on Tuesday, May 4, 2010 9:00 AM -­‐ 11:30 AM MCC Bookstore Hours (Main Campus) (810) 762-­5603 Monday 7:45 a.m. -­ 7:00 p.m. Tuesday -­ Friday 7:45 a.m. -­ 5:00 p.m. Mott Community College Graduation Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at the Perani Arena & Event Center 3501 Lapeer Road Flint, MI If you have met all the Graduation Requirements, pick up the Graduation Application from the NTC Administrative Office TODAY!!! On The Beat With OFFICER CEDRIC KENDALL Officer Cedric Kendall is a certi-­ fied officer with 22 years of law en-­ forcement experi-­ ence. Officer Kendall is a U.S. Army veteran and a MCOLES fire-­ arms instructor. He is also a mem-­ ber of the Crim Group Training Pro-­ gram in the 10 mile group. He joined the Northern Tier Center Staff in November 2009. The Public Safety Department is responsible for security and emer-­ gency response at Mott Community College. The department of Public Safety provides many services for the MCC students, faculty, staff and visitors. In addition to their avail-­ ability in emergency situations, the D e p a r t m e n t p r o v i d e s n o n -­ emergency assistance, such as: Personal Escort Car Problems Lost & Found Request for Student Notifica-­ tion of Personal Emergency The SPRING/SUMMER 2010 NTC Police Officer Cedric Kendall OFFICE HOURS: Monday -­ Thursday 4:30 PM -­ 9:00 PM Stop by the Public Safety Office to introduce yourself. The Staff at the Northern Tier Center will have a Graduation Celebration for the Class of 2010 on April 19-­20, 2010 The Public Safety Office at the Northern Tier Center is located in Room# 109 Phone: (810) 232-­4339 13th Annual Criminal Justice Career & Information Fair Tuesday, April 6, 2010 4:00 p.m. -­ 6:30 p.m. Ballenger Field House BENEFITS in attending: JOB FAIR TIPS: Resume recommended Interview with employers Professional attire preferred Career networking Prepare for interview opportunities Opportunity to use interviewing skills Career information Everyone Welcome! For more information call: MCC Student Employment Center At (810) 232-­3285 Funded by the Carl D. Perkins Grant Mott Community College Northern Tier Center 4082 W. Vienna Road Clio, MI 48420 Phone: (810) 232-­8044 Fax: (810) 686-­9706 :mt Spring Semester NTC Gazette Newsletter 22-­Mar-­10