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President/Board NewsMCC's AQIP Systems PortfolioSubmitted By kplinske@mchenry.edu 11/1/2009 11:12:27 AM Phone: 8725 The College's AQIP Systems Portfolio has been submitted to the Higher Learning Commission for review. We anticipate receiving feedback in mid-Spring. In the meantime, the Portfolio has been posted on InsideMCC for your review. I think you will you find it to be an interesting and insightful summary of key College processes and performance results. Thanks to all who submitted feedback and data, who participated on the Category Teams, and who worked to review and edit the document! Back to topNovember Board Meeting HighlightsSubmitted By wpackard@mchenry.edu 11/21/2008 10:13:22 AM Phone: 8726 Our Trustees met on Thursday, November 20, for their Regular November Board meeting. The link below will take you to my monthly Board highlights memo on InsideMCC. Please feel free to continue to provide feedback and offer suggestions for how this form of communication might be improved. Walt Back to topProfessional DevelopmentChanges to Outlook from off campusSubmitted By ewhalen@mchenry.edu 11/25/2008 5:30:08 PM Phone: Professional Development and the IT department want you to be aware that the Outlook Web version (the Outlook you can use from off-campus) will soon be upgraded to a new version. This upgrade will happen over the Christmas break; please do not be confused or alarmed if you access Outlook from off-campus and it looks different! The changes are not likely to impact your use very much, but there are a few improvements and changes to the software. The link below will take you to some detailed videos if you would like more info. Please call Professional Development at x7768 if you have any questions! Back to topCommunity College Operations OverviewSubmitted By pstejska@mchenry.edu 11/5/2008 10:26:58 AM Phone: 815.479.7530 Announcing…the Community College Operations Overview for spring 2009 (a series of workshops on Community College Leadership) You’ve been hearing about the success of this program. Here’s your chance to participate in the spring 2009 session! Check out the details linked below--with an application.
Community College Operations OverviewSubmitted By pstejska@mchenry.edu 11/12/2008 10:39:47 AM Phone: 815.479.7530 Announcing…the Community College Operations Overview for spring 2009 (a series of workshops on Community College Leadership) You’ve been hearing about the success of this program. Here’s your chance to participate in the spring 2009 session! Check out the details linked below--with an application.
Dec 19 Deadline-Preventing Sex HarassmentSubmitted By pstejska@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 11:18:27 AM Phone: 815.479.7530 Mandatory “Preventing Sexual Harassment” Training must be completed online by all MCC employees by Friday, December 19, 2008. Many of you are asking if you need to do this if you’ve already taken the face-to-face workshop here at MCC—and the answer is “yes.” We initiated this new online training program in July 2008. Please check out the details linked below.
McQuilters on November 12Submitted By csobolak 11/10/2009 8:42:41 AM Phone: 7538 Just a friendly reminder - McQuilters will meet at Noon on November 12. Check first in the employee dining room. If it is available, we will meet in there. If not, we will meet in the dining room. Again, Susan Sieber will share with us her Uzushio Silks - handpainted wearable art. Check out http://art-zoo.tripod.com for her excellent work. Don't be shy- bring your items to share with others. Bring anything you would like help on; there are all levels of expertise in the group. There is discussion of sharing directions for projects that are easy and fun to make. Bring ideas of how the group can serve your needs. See you Thursday!
Preventing Sex Harassment-deadline Dec 19Submitted By pstejska@mchenry.edu 11/12/2008 10:43:43 AM Phone: 815.479.7530 Mandatory “Preventing Sexual Harassment” Training must be completed online by all MCC employees by Friday, December 19, 2008. Many of you are asking if you need to do this if you’ve already taken the face-to-face workshop here at MCC—and the answer is “yes.” We initiated this new online training program in July 2008. Please check out the details linked below.
Preventing Sexual HarassmentSubmitted By pstejska@mchenry.edu 11/5/2008 9:41:22 AM Phone: 815.479.7530 Mandatory “Preventing Sexual Harassment” Training must be completed online by all MCC employees by Friday, December 19, 2008. It’s time to refresh your knowledge in order to protect yourself and your team and MCC. Many of you are asking if you need to do this if you’ve already taken the face-to-face workshop here at MCC—and the answer is “yes.” We initiated this new online training program in July 2008. Please check out the details linked below.
Professional Development Upcoming ClassesSubmitted By provdev@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 11:26:36 AM Phone: 479-7768 Please take a moment to check out some new sessions on our calendar. If you are a Vantage Budget User we have some open lab times available. New employees sign up for your required trainings now. A webinar is coming up for Faculty on the 19th. There are three ANGEL trainings before the end of the month. Watch for Ergonomics which should be available very shortly. Back to topProfessional Development Upcoming ClassesSubmitted By profdev@mchenry.edu 11/5/2009 1:51:32 PM Phone: 479-7768 November is a busy month with 4 different opportunities for Faculty to train on ANGEL. Don't forget the webinar on the 19th for "Capturing Teachable Moments Online". New Employees have three of their required trainings within the next few weeks. PowerPoint Basics and Adobe Photoshop are on the calendar again this month. Be sure to sign up soon and confirm your space in the workshop you want.
Tips from Distance EdSubmitted By ahumphrey@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 4:01:27 PM Phone: x7812 Have you ever had to update something in a course in ANGEL? If you need to change a piece of ANGEL content, you might have to go change it in each course. To save that clicking time, instructors can use their personal learning object repositories. Items updated in repositories automatically update in each course area linked. The attached short tutorial outlines the procedure for using learning object repositories. Repositories can also be used to store anything that you might want to use again after you delete the courses from each semester.
Tips from Distance EdSubmitted By ahumphrey@mchenry.edu 11/11/2009 7:14:59 AM Phone: x7812 When giving directions in ANGEL, do you ever want to refer students to other documents in the course? It's helpful to give reminders to students, but to review the material in the reminder, a student will have to hunt through the course, leaving the current activity. One solution is to link to content within the course. The attached short tutorial covers linking to material within a course. BONUS: Linking within a course improves accessibility and can decrease usage of storage space.
Workshops 11/10-11/21/08Submitted By PROFDEV@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 10:21:00 AM Phone: 815-479-7768 Check out these workshop opportunities.
Workshops 11/17 - 11/28/08Submitted By PROFDEV@mchenry.edu 11/14/2008 10:44:19 AM Phone: 815-479-7768 Check out these workshop opportunities.
Workshops 11/21-12/5/08Submitted By PROFDEV@mchenry.edu 11/21/2008 10:21:48 AM Phone: 815-479-7768 Click the link below to register... Library Database Searching Techniques – 1 clock hour, 3-4pm, Tue. Dec 2, room A210. Did you know you have access to over 11,000 full-text periodicals plus many online reference sources from your office and/or home through the library’s web site? Come find out about the wide variety of library subscription databases available to you and how to access the wealth of information they contain. This session will focus on search techniques for retrieving information from these online sources. The techniques we will cover can be applied to all types of online searching including Internet searching. Presenter – Cynthia Letteri Click the link below to register... ANGEL Communication Tools - 1.5 clock hours, 2-3:30pm, Wed. Dec 3, room A210. A focused training covering communication tools in ANGEL such as the discussion board, email, announcements, and live chat. This workshop is intended for instructors who are relatively new to ANGEL or who would like focused information about communication tools. Presenter – Anne Humphrey Click the link below to register... Excel Basics – 1 clock hour, 2:30-3:30PM, Thu. Dec 4, room A210. If you get intimidated by Microsoft Excel spreadsheets the time for worrying is over. This introduction will show you some useful features of Excel including chart making and simple formulas. Presenter – Pete Lilly
Workshops 11/28-12/5/08Submitted By PROFDEV@mchenry.edu 11/24/2008 11:21:48 AM Phone: 815-479-7768 Check out this workshop opportunity. . . Library Database Searching Techniques – 1 clock hour, 3-4pm, Tue. December 2, room A210. REVISED DESCRIPTION – Please note . . . This workshop offers an online resource for test prep/practice (ACT.SAT, GED, TOEFL, CLEP, EMT Basic Certification, and more.) How to search for colleges, specialty programs, distance learning programs, or by criteria such as zip code, private schools, etc. Locate grant and scholarship opportunities in this database, and career search features that assist with career assessment and exploration, resume writing, and tips for internships. Presenter – Cynthia Letteri Check out this workshop opportunity. . . ANGEL Communication Tools - 1.5 clock hour, 2-3:30pm, Wed. December 3, room A210. A focused training covering communication tools in ANGEL such as the discussion board, email, announcements, and live chat. This workshop is intended for instructors who are relatively new to ANGEL or who would like focused information about communication tools. Presenter – Anne Humphrey Check out this workshop opportunity. . . Excel Basics - 1 clock hour, 2:30-3:30pm, Thu. December 4, room A210. If you get intimidated by Microsoft Excel spreadsheets the time for worrying is over. This introduction will show you some useful features of Excel including chart making and simple formulas. Presenter – Pete Lilly
HR NewsEAP NewsletterSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 3:54:05 PM Phone: 815-455-8577 In an effort to save service space, the EAP Newsletters are now being posted on Inside MCC (rather than sending these large attachments to everyone.) There are three newsletters. One is for everyone (in English), one is for everyone (in Spanish) and one is for supervisors (in English). Please follow the link provided.
EAP NewslettersSubmitted By rally@mchenry.edu 11/3/2008 10:59:38 AM Phone: 815-455-8585 In an effort to save server space, the EAP Newsletters are now being posted on InsideMCC (rather than sending these large attachments to everyone.) There are three newsletters. One is for everone (in English), one is for everyone (in Spanish), and one is for supervisors (in English). Please follow the link provided.
Interfaith CalendarSubmitted By mkeehn@mchenry.edu 11/11/2008 9:37:12 AM Phone: x7528 I've added to InsideMCC under Human Resources the Interfaith Calendar for 2009. The calendar is posted to increase our awareness of various religious dates and celebrations; to increase our sensitivity to the beliefs of others. Unfortunally the College will not be closed on all of the days listed! Back to topLife Insurance Re-EnrollmentSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/5/2009 1:03:52 PM Phone: 815-455-8577 In an effort to save paper, I am sending our re-enrollment announcement out on our newsletter. Administrators, please share with employees in your department who do not have access to email. During our annual re-enrollment, you have the opportunity to increase your Supplemental Life Insurance an additional $10,000 without having to answer any health questions or providing evidence of good health, even if the resulting level of coverage exceeds the $150,000 guarantee issue amount. In order to be eligible you must be a full-time employee and actively at work, not on any type of disability and/or not receiving or applying for waiver of premium on the effective date (January 1st 2010); have never been declined or refused supplemental life benefits; and your total supplemental life benefit does not exceed the lesser of seven (7) times your annual salary or $750,000. If you want to take advantage of this offer, please complete the attached enrollment application during the November 1st-November 30th re-enrollment period, making sure to sign and date the application. Return it to my attention in the Human Resources office. Enrollment materials must be received by November 30th, 2009 and this benefit of $10,000 will take effect January 1, 2010. If you have any questions, please contact Whitney Kuhlin at x 8577 or wkuhlin@mchenry.edu.
Life Insurance Re-EnrollmentSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 3:08:43 PM Phone: 815-455-8577 In an effort to save paper, I am sending our re-enrollment announcement out on our newsletter. Administrators, please share with employees in your department who do not have access to email. During our annual re-enrollment, you have the opportunity to increase your Supplemental Life Insurance an additional $10,000 without having to answer any health questions or providing evidence of good health, even if the resulting level of coverage exceeds the $150,000 guarantee issue amount. In order to be eligible you must be a full-time employee and actively at work, not on any type of disability and/or not receiving or applying for waiver of premium on the effective date (January 1st 2010); have never been declined or refused supplemental life benefits; and your total supplemental life benefit does not exceed the lesser of seven (7) times your annual salary or $750,000. If you want to take advantage of this offer, please complete the attached enrollment application during the November 1st-November 30th re-enrollment period, making sure to sign and date the application. Return it to my attention in the Human Resources office. Enrollment materials must be received by November 30th, 2009 and this benefit of $10,000 will take effect January 1, 2010. If you have any questions, please contact Whitney Kuhlin at x 8577 or wkuhlin@mchenry.edu.
LTD Re-EnrollmentSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 3:57:30 PM Phone: 815-455-8577 In an effort to save paper, I am sending our re-enrollment announcement electronically via the newsletter. Administrators, please share this information with your employees who do not have access to email. For those of you that are not enrolled in our Long-Term Disability program, now is the time to take advantage of their recently lowered rates. 71% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. Have you ever considered how your life would change if your ability to earn a pay check were to end due to an unexpected illness or accident? Would you be financially prepared? Highlights of the voluntary long-term disability plan include coverage for 65% of your monthly income; benefits up to $8,000 with Social Security and SURS offsets; Benefits begin after the Greater of Accumulated sick leave or 90 consecutive days of disability; competitive group rates; benefits paid to age 65 or social security normal retirement age (SSNRA); convenient payroll deduction of premium. If you would like to enroll in this benefit, all you need to do is complete the enrollment form and the evidence of insurability application and bring this to Whitney Kuhlin in Human Resources. The re-enrollment period is November 1st, 2009-November 30th, 2009 with coverage becoming effective January 1st, 2010, pending approval from the insurance company. If you have any questions, please contact Whitney Kuhlin at 815-455-8577 or wkuhlin@mchenry.edu.
LTD Re-EnrollmentSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/5/2009 1:12:33 PM Phone: 815-455-8577 In an effort to save paper, I am sending our re-enrollment announcement electronically via the newsletter. Administrators, please share this information with your employees who do not have access to email. For those of you that are not enrolled in our Long-Term Disability program, now is the time to take advantage of their recently lowered rates. 71% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. Have you ever considered how your life would change if your ability to earn a pay check were to end due to an unexpected illness or accident? Would you be financially prepared? Highlights of the voluntary long-term disability plan include coverage for 65% of your monthly income; benefits up to $8,000 with Social Security and SURS offsets; Benefits begin after the Greater of Accumulated sick leave or 90 consecutive days of disability; competitive group rates; benefits paid to age 65 or social security normal retirement age (SSNRA); convenient payroll deduction of premium. If you would like to enroll in this benefit, all you need to do is complete the enrollment form and the evidence of insurability application and bring this to Whitney Kuhlin in Human Resources. The re-enrollment period is November 1st, 2009-November 30th, 2009 with coverage becoming effective January 1st, 2010, pending approval from the insurance company. If you have any questions, please contact Whitney Kuhlin at 815-455-8577 or wkuhlin@mchenry.edu.
Professional & Classified Staff MeetingSubmitted By jhain@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 9:46:22 AM Phone: 8737 The monthly professional and classified staff meeting will be held on Friday, November 20, in Rm. A113 at 9:00 a.m. Vision Eye CareSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/14/2008 11:07:24 AM Phone: 815-455-8577 Employees enrolled in our Vision Insurance: Our vision insurance carrier is VSP, which stands for Vision Service Plan. VSP is ranked highest in Member Satisfaction Among National Vision Plans by J.D. Power and Associates. To learn more click this link: http://www.jdpower.com/corporate/news/releases/pdf/2006236.pdf As our Vision Insurance, VSP is contracted with smaller eye care doctors. Those doctors who participate in VSP agree to contracted rates for services like eye exams, prescription glasses, contact lenses and prescription sunglasses. Please inform the eye doctor at the time that you make your appointment that you have VSP. VSP can be reached at 1-800-877-7195 or at www.vsp.com. NEW VSP Participating Provider: Woodstock Eye Care is happy to announce that they are now contracted with VSP! Woodstock Eye Care Center is located at 345 S Eastwood Drive in Woodstock, IL 60098. Their Phone: (815)338-0107 Remember to mention you have VSP for your Vision Insurance whenever you make an appointment at an eye doctor! Voluntary Long Term Disability Open EnrollmentSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 8:18:06 AM Phone: 815-455-8577 Full-time Employees: Now is your chance to enroll in the Reliance Standard voluntary supplemental long term disability plan with no health questions asked and guaranteed acceptance. The open enrollment period for this plan is November 1st, 2008 through November 30th, 2008 with coverage becoming effective January 1, 2009. If you would like to apply for coverage during this period, just complete an enrollment form and return it to Whitney Kuhlin in Human Resources no later than November 30th, 2008. We will be holding informational meetings on Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 in room B166-67 from 9:00-9:30AM and from 2:30-3:00PM to answer any questions you may have and to help you enroll if you decide to do so. Those who attend the meetings will be entered into a drawing for a $25 door prize.
Campus Events"Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" Final WeekendSubmitted By jgeller@mchenry.edu 11/16/2009 9:31:40 AM Phone: 8746 Tickets are available for the final weekend of Tennessee William's sizzling drama "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". The play finshes its run on November 19th, 20th, & 21st. All performances begin at 7:30. Tickets are $8.00 for all faculty, staff and alumni. For reservations call 815-455-8746 or jgeller@mchenry.edu. Come see the play everyone is talking about! 8th Annual Hat & Mitten TreeSubmitted By kcarper@mchenry.edu 11/16/2009 9:00:18 AM Phone: ext. 8670 The Student Ambassadors are sponsoring the 8th Annual Hat & Mitten Tree - Winter Warmth Drive. They are collecting hats and mittens for children and adults of all ages to be donated to local charities who service families in need. The Farmers Almanac in predicting a cold winter this year and many families in the area will need some extra warmth to get through the winter! The tree will be located outside of the Student Life Office beginning today, November 18th. Donations will be accepted until December 18th. Please see the attached flyer for more information; please print this and hang in your department for those who do not receive MCC email. Thank you in advance for your donations!
Cat on a Hot Tin RoofSubmitted By jgeller@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 9:23:10 AM Phone: 8746 Tickets are available for Tennessee William's sizzling drama "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". The play opens November 5th and runs November 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, & 21st. All performances begin at 7:30. Tickets are $8.00 for all faculty, staff and alumni. For reservations call 815-455-8746 or jgeller@mchenry.edu. Cat on a Hot Tin RoofSubmitted By jgeller@mchenry.edu 11/9/2009 8:30:46 AM Phone: 8746 Tickets are still available for Tennessee William's sizzling drama "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". The play continues its run on 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, & 21st. All performances begin at 7:30. Tickets are $8.00 for all faculty, staff and alumni. For reservations call 815-455-8746 or jgeller@mchenry.edu. Come see the play everyone is talking about! Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Continues November 12thSubmitted By jgeller@mchenry.edu 11/5/2009 9:00:05 AM Phone: 8746 Tickets are still available for Tennessee William's sizzling drama "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof". The play continues its run on 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, & 21st. All performances begin at 7:30. Tickets are $8.00 for all faculty, staff and alumni. For reservations call 815-455-8746 or jgeller@mchenry.edu. Come see the play everyone is talking about! December 2009 GraduationSubmitted By msteinsd@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 9:43:30 AM Phone: 815-479-7685 TO ALL FACULTY AND STAFF: NOMINATE DECEMBER 2009 GRADUATION SPEAKER We invite you to nominate a student who is graduating this fall and is up to the task of reflecting their experience while attending MCC. The speech is approximately five minutes in length. Submit the name(s) to Mary Ann Steinsdoerfer by November 6, 2009. The Graduation Committee will select the student from the pool of nominations that we receive. Please call me if you have any questions. Back to top Down To Earth: Organic Food DemonstrationSubmitted By tkoronkiewicz@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 8:35:44 AM Phone: x8772 A chef from Duke’s Kitchen in Crystal Lake is hosting an Organic Food Demonstration on Wednesday, November 18 at 1pm in the Employee Dining Room. He will be making vegetarian spring rolls and having local farmers talk about their produce. The Down To Earth student organization is sponsoring this FREE event. This is a great chance for students to learn about local, organic products and how our restaurants in Crystal Lake use these products. Again, Wednesday, November 18th at 1pm in the EDR! FRESH FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS – Horticulture Dept.Submitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/6/2009 9:27:51 AM Phone: x8674 Fresh floral arrangements made by the floral design student intern are available in the Floral Display Cooler in Building D. She is preparing the arrangements on Thursday afternoons, so come down early on Friday for the best selection! Most arrangements are $5.00 or $10.00 (unless otherwise marked). Also available are silk roses, four for $1.00. These can be found on the shelves between D-160 and D-158. As usual, please place your payment (check to MCC or cash) in the black box on the wall outside D-158. FRESH FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS – Horticulture Dept.Submitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/3/2009 12:19:20 PM Phone: x8674 Fresh floral arrangements made by the floral design student intern are available in the Floral Display Cooler in Building D. She is preparing the arrangements on Thursday afternoons, so come down early on Friday for the best selection! Most arrangements are $10.00 (unless otherwise marked). Also available are silk roses, 4/$1.00. These can be found on the shelves between D-160 and D-158. As usual, please place your payment (check to MCC or cash) in the black box on the wall outside D-158. FRESH FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS – Horticulture Dept.Submitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/10/2009 10:49:24 AM Phone: x8674 Fresh floral arrangements made by the floral design student intern are available in the Floral Display Cooler in Building D. She is preparing the arrangements on Thursday afternoons, so come down early on Friday for the best selection! Most arrangements are $5.00 or $10.00 (unless otherwise marked). Also available are silk roses, four for $1.00. These can be found on the shelves between D-160 and D-158. As usual, please place your payment (check to MCC or cash) in the black box on the wall outside D-158. FRESH- New thinking about what we're eatingSubmitted By tkoronkiewicz@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 8:38:27 AM Phone: x8772 This Wednesday, November 18 at 6pm in B166-167, Down To Earth is hosting a film, “FRESH: New thinking about what your eating." Fresh profiles the farmers, thinkers, and business people across the nation who are at the forefront of re-inventing food production in America. With a strong commitment to sustainability, they are changing how farms are run, how the land is cared for, and how food is distributed. Their success demonstrates that a new paradigm based on sustainable practices can be profitable and a model for our food system, if people choose to support it. This is a free event open to employees, students and the community! GIVING THANKSSubmitted By balbrigh@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 8:16:52 AM Phone: 8676 Greetings to Our MCC Colleagues, Well, it's that time again. Time for the Special Needs Department to thank you all for everything you do for our students. Join us on Thursday for yummy homemade desserts. Please open the attachment below for your very own invitation. The Special Needs Gang
GIVING THANKSSubmitted By balbrigh@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 3:27:04 PM Phone: 8676 Good Monday Morning To All!! Well, it's that time again. Time for the Special Needs Department to thank you all for everything you do for our students. Please open the attachment below for your very own invitation. The Special Needs Gang
Halloween Photo AlbumSubmitted By dbieschk@mchenry.edu 11/21/2008 11:51:20 AM Phone: x8728 In case you missed the Harmony Halloween party, check out some photos of your colleagues in costume, and yes, the food! The best food contest results:
Harmony Winter Holiday PartySubmitted By jcase@mchenry.edu 11/11/2008 3:59:58 PM Phone: 8901 Place: Shah Center, Rt. 31 & Shamrock Lane, McHenry...and Dunnhills, Rt. 31 and Prime Pkwy.**Date: December 10th, 2008 ** Time: Starting at 4:15 PM, Buffet Dinner Served 4:45 to 6PM ** Meet at Dunnhills at 6:30 PM for a complimentary toast to the holidays. ** Tickets: $10 for employees; $18 for guests & are available at Registration through December 8th. Time to kick off the holiday season, and spend an evening with colleagues, enjoying good food, good company and good fun at Harmony's annual winter event! Share the joy of the season by participating in our optional grab bag/gift exchange (maximum $10). For full details, view the attached flyer...and Join us on December 10th!!
HOLIDAY GREENS FROM THE HORTICULTURE DEPARTMENTSubmitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/3/2009 11:48:38 AM Phone: x8674 MCC's Horticulture Department is making it convenient for you to purchase Holiday greens at very reasonable prices. (NOTE: A NEW ITEM HAS BEEN ADDED!) Fill out the attached order form and return it to me by Tuesday, November 10th. Orders will be ready for pick-up in the greenhouse (Building D) on Thursday, November 19th. Payment will be due at that time.
MCC Gallery ExhibitsSubmitted By slang@mchenry.edu 11/11/2008 12:38:45 PM Phone: 815-455-8785 Liz Chilsen, Photography October 13 - November 28, 2008 Epping Gallery * Kim Vorel, Metals October 21 - Decmeber 15, 2008 Gallery Two * Beth Shadur, Mixed Media October 22 - December 5, 2008 Gallery One * Three - Dimensional Design Class Student Installation November 12 - December 17, 2008
NEW Travel Club-First Meeting of the Year!Submitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 9:33:17 AM Phone: 815-455-8577 Faculty/Staff: The Travel Club is in the process of becoming an official MCC student organization. We can still use some Advisors. If you are interested, please plan to attend our first meeting. It will take place Wednesday, November 12 at Noon in B168-169. This room is located behind the Commons area, by the Conference Center. Pizza and pop will be provided for all attendees. At this meeting, students can choose the officers and topics. Some of our preliminary ideas include: Excursions to ethnic restaurants, art galleries, international musical concerts; Inviting travel experts to speak and provide travel tips for the group; Connect students with local organizations which travel domestically and internationally; and Plan Trips! Come and learn more about the world around you and help out this new student organization. Join us at our first meeting, Wednesday, November 12 at Noon in B168-169. ORDER HOLIDAY GREENS by TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10thSubmitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/6/2009 9:34:53 AM Phone: x8674 MCC's Horticulture Department is making it convenient for you to purchase Holiday greens at very reasonable prices. Fill out the attached order form and return it to me by Tuesday, November 10th. Orders will be ready for pick-up in the greenhouse (Building D) beginning Thursday, November 19th. Payment will be due at pick up.
POINSETTIA SALE - Tuesday, November 24thSubmitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 2:27:38 PM Phone: x8674 MCC's Greenhouse Class has grown a beautiful crop of poinsettias. These will be available for sale on two days this year. The first sale date is on Tuesday, November 24th; just in time for Thanksgiving! The attached flyer has all the details. Come early for the very best selection!
POINSETTIA SALE - Tuesday, November 24thSubmitted By bcarmon@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 11:17:49 AM Phone: x8674 MCC's Greenhouse Class has grown a beautiful crop of poinsettias. These will be available for sale on two days this year. The first sale date is on Tuesday, November 24th; just in time for Thanksgiving! The attached flyer has all the details. Come early for the very best selection!
Selected Works: Spotlight on American WritersSubmitted By slang@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 10:36:46 AM Phone: 815-455-8785 The Portrait in Print: Spotlight on American Writers • Poets • Playwrights • Novelists • Essayists • Journalists • Selected Works from the Portrait in Print Collection GALLERY ONE • November 13, 2009 – January 5, 2010 This exhibit spotlights American writers included in the Portrait in Print Collection, a collection of over 250 fine art prints permanently exhibited in the MCC Library. MCC was awarded a 2009 American Heritage Preservation Grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) that provided funding for continued long-term preservation efforts for the collection. This grant program is an important part of the IMLS program, “Connecting to Collections: A Call to Action”, a multi-year, multi-faceted initiative to protect national treasures. Thanks to the grant, the prints will be further preserved and protected for future generations. IMLS is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The mission of IMLS is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. Ultra-Violet (UV) emissions from both fluorescent and natural light as well as adverse environmental conditions cause deterioration and distortion of works on paper such as the prints in the collection. Funds from the grant were used to purchase UV spectrum light filters for the fluorescent fixtures in the library and data loggers to monitor and document temperature and humidity fluctuations in the library’s climate. The installation of the filters and data loggers constitutes one of many steps toward implementation of a long-range preservation strategy to protect and preserve this outstanding collection. United Way Spelling BeeSubmitted By kplinske@mchenry.edu 11/4/2008 10:04:54 AM Phone: 8694 Please join us for our 4th Annual United Way Spelling Bee on Tuesday, November 18 at noon in the Cafeteria! Teams of staff, faculty, administrators, and students will compete to be crowned the king or queen bee. You won't want to miss this exciting (and entertaining) event! Plan on having lunch in the Cafeteria on the 18th, cheer for your favorite team, support the United Way of McHenry County, and enter a drawing for great prizes! SPELLERS NEEDED! Are you interested in being a speller in the bee? Please contact Kathleen Plinske at kplinske@mchenry.edu or x8694. United Way Spelling Bee and Auction ResultsSubmitted By kplinske@mchenry.edu 11/21/2008 8:51:50 AM Phone: 8694 After intense competition between the faculty, staff, administrator, and student teams on Tuesday, Geary Smith was crowned "King Bee" at MCC's 4th Annual United Way Spelling Bee. Competitors breezed through words like "chauffeur," "brouhaha," "isosceles," and "bioluminescent," and Geary won the Bee by spelling "Fahrenheit" correctly. Congrats, Geary! A United Way auction followed which featured fabulous items donated by MCC employees, including award-winning honey, a world-famous cheesecake, and a spectacular gingerbread house. And, because of the generosity of MCC employees, many more items were donated than could be auctioned on Tuesday, so a second auction will be held in December. Overall, the Spelling Bee and Auction on Tuesday raised more than $500 for the United Way of McHenry County. Thank you MCC employees and students!! Voices Classroom Visits--Let US come to YOU!Submitted By lpower@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 4:05:53 PM Phone: 7533 The Voices Posse would love to come visit your classroom for a *quick* (we're talkin' 60 - 90 seconds) "show-and-tell" for the magazine. If you're interested in having one of us come to the beginning, middle, or end of any class you teach, please let us know the time, day, and course. We'll show up with bells, whistles, magazines, and submission forms! Thank you! The Voices Posse: Matt Irie, Bill Neef, Amy Ortiz, and Laura Power
Women's History Month Lunch & LearnSubmitted By kclark@mchenry.edu 11/3/2009 3:03:48 PM Phone: The Women’s History Month Committee is seeking presenters for a “Lunch & Learn” series during the month of March 2010. The theme is “Writing Women Back into History.” Do you have a story to tell? Do you have a unique way of preserving your personal story? Do you want to talk about the role women have played in history? Perhaps you tell your story through scrapbooking, quilting or photography? Maybe you can mentor others in the creation of a blog, diary, or personal journal? If so, consider facilitating Lunch & Learn. We are looking for a summary/proposal of topics before January 31st, 2010. All Lunch & Learns should be 30 to 45 minutes in length with time for questions to follow. They are scheduled for Tuesdays or Thursdays during the month of March 2010. Contact Kathy Clark, Adjunct Reference Librarian to volunteer. Women's History Month Lunch & LearnsSubmitted By kclark@mchenry.edu 11/14/2009 1:45:17 PM Phone: The Women’s History Month Committee is seeking presenters for a “Lunch & Learn” series during the month of March 2010. The theme is “Writing Women Back into History.” Do you have a story to tell? Do you have a unique way of preserving your personal story? Do you want to talk about the role women have played in history? Perhaps you tell your story through scrapbooking, quilting or photography? Maybe you can mentor others in the creation of a blog, diary, or personal journal? If so, consider facilitating Lunch & Learn. We are looking for a summary/proposal of topics before January 31st, 2010. All Lunch & Learns should be 30 to 45 minutes in length with time for questions to follow. They are scheduled for Tuesdays or Thursdays during the month of March 2010. Contact Kathy Clark, Adjunct Reference Librarian to volunteer. Women's History Month Lunch & LearnsSubmitted By kclark@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 8:11:07 PM Phone: Hurry! Space is limited! The Women’s History Month Committee has received so many great ideas for the Lunch & Learn series of March 2010. If you would like to present a topic relating to “Writing Women Back into History” now is your chance. The committee is seeking a few more presenters. What is your story? Maybe you share family stories through food? Why not gather your favorite recipes together and share them? Share your blog or show others how to find interesting blogs. If you have an interesting idea about how you share your story or about how you learn about other women’s stories consider facilitating a Lunch & Learn. We are looking for a summary/proposal of topics before January 31st, 2010. All Lunch & Learns should be 30 to 45 minutes in length with time for questions to follow. They are scheduled for Tuesdays or Thursdays during the month of March 2010. Contact Kathy Clark, Adjunct Reference Librarian to volunteer. Women's History Month Lunch and LearnsSubmitted By kclark@mchenry.edu 11/9/2009 5:40:02 PM Phone: The Women’s History Month Committee is seeking presenters for a “Lunch & Learn” series during the month of March 2010. The theme is “Writing Women Back into History.” Do you have a story to tell? Do you have a unique way of preserving your personal story? Do you want to talk about the role women have played in history? Perhaps you tell your story through scrapbooking, quilting or photography? Maybe you can mentor others in the creation of a blog, diary, or personal journal? If so, consider facilitating a Lunch & Learn. We are looking for a summary/proposal of topics before January 31st, 2010. All Lunch & Learns should be 30 to 45 minutes in length with time for questions to follow. They are scheduled for Tuesdays or Thursdays during the month of March 2010. Contact Kathy Clark, Adjunct Reference Librarian to volunteer. Department/Division News11/18/09 Coffee with ColleaguesSubmitted By mhuseby@mchenry.edu 11/10/2009 3:51:19 PM Phone: 7568 The Adult Education Dept. will host the Coffee with Colleagues on November 18 in A-362. We will be collecting items for the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce annual Community Harvest. Items donated will benefit the Crystal Lake Food Pantry and the Jaycees Share-A-Christmas program. Suggested items for donation: dish soap; shampoo, body wash (including little bottles collected from hotels); toothpaste; toilet paper; paper towels; laundry detergent; cocoa mix, tea, coffee, creamer; oil; dry pasta; hot/cold cereal; ravioli; chili; beef stew; spaghettios; noodle/potato mixes; pasta sauce; canned goods (vegetables, fruits, juice, soup, tuna); dry products (flour, pancake mix, sugar); baby products (diapers, wipes, baby food)
11/18/09 Coffee with ColleaguesSubmitted By mhuseby@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 9:44:42 AM Phone: 7568 The Adult Education Dept. will host the Coffee with Colleagues in A-362 on November 18 8:30 - 10am. We will be collecting items for the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce annual Community Harvest. Items donated will benefit the Crystal Lake Food Pantry and the Jaycees Share-A-Christmas program. Suggested items for donation: dish soap; shampoo, body wash (including little bottles collected from hotels); toothpaste; toilet paper; paper towels; laundry detergent; cocoa mix, tea, coffee, creamer; oil; dry pasta; hot/cold cereal; ravioli; chili; beef stew; spaghettios; noodle/potato mixes; pasta sauce; canned goods (vegetables, fruits, juice, soup, tuna); dry products (flour, pancake mix, sugar); baby products (diapers, wipes, baby food)
CAPC Meeting MinutesSubmitted By lchristopher@mchenry.edu 11/16/2009 2:53:26 PM Phone: Ext. 7547 CAPC Full Council and Standing Committee meeting minutes, are now posted under Academic and Student Affairs. Thank you for your patience. CAPC Meeting MinutesSubmitted By dgallo@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 10:36:18 AM Phone: 7547 The most recent CAPC meeting minutes from the meeting on 11/13/09, have been posted on InsideMCC. You may access them by clicking on the following link. Also, Standing Committee meeting minutes are posted and up-to-date. Back to topCeramics Studio Showcase - Mata Ortiz PotterySubmitted By tvician@mchenry.edu 11/4/2009 1:14:02 PM Phone: The MCC Ceramics Department is proud to display seven pieces of Mata Ortiz Pottery in the showcase located at the entrance of the Ceramics studio (A-145) For the past thirty five years, Mata Ortiz, a town in northern Chihuahua, Mexico otherwise lacking any marketable industry has developed from one man examining, creating and experimenting in the field of ceramics to a town of nearly 400 artists creating superbly hand built pottery. Click the links below for more information about Mata Ortiz pottery. http://www.ortizpots.com/ http://www.mataortiz.com/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mata_Ortiz CHILDCARE PAYROLL DEDUCTIONSubmitted By ggorski@mchenry.edu 11/4/2008 11:07:48 AM Phone: 815-455-8910 If you have a child enrolled in the Children's Learning Center for the Spring Semester, and would like to use payroll deduction to pay for it, please respond to the above email address as soon as possible. Children's Learning Center FundraiserSubmitted By mfrostma@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 1:33:49 PM Phone: 7559 Ordering packets have been delivered to faculty offices and departments for the Children's Learning Center Tastefully Simple fundraiser October 19 through November 6. Order forms will be picked up before noon this Friday, November 6th. To save time, if someone in each department or faculty office could round up all the ordering slips and have them in one place, that would be great! Delivery will be before the Thanksgiving holiday. CRAFT SALE NOV. 11 ONLY! 70% OFF!Submitted By KBENNETT@MCHENRY.EDU 11/10/2009 2:16:14 PM Phone: 815-479-7587 IN ADDITION TO OUR OPEN HOUSE PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOU GET AN ADDITIONAL 30% OFF THE CRAFT SUPPLIES WHICH ARE ALREADY 40% OFF....SO, THAT MAKES IT 70% OFF!!!!!!!! THIS IS ONLY GOOD FOR WEDNESDAY. Dependant Tuition RolloverSubmitted By ggorski@mchenry.edu 11/12/2008 9:36:13 AM Phone: 815-455-8910 If you have a dependent enrolled in the Fall Semester and would like to roll their tuition over to Spring, please reply via email with your information as soon as possible. Also, please make sure a tuition waiver has been submitted to HR for the Fall Semester for your dependent or the roll over will not be processed. From the Shah Center…Winter Issue of WeTRaIN noSubmitted By cjones@mchenry.edu 11/9/2009 7:43:28 AM Phone: 7752 The Illinois WeTRaIN network has released the winter issue of the WeTRaIN newsletter, a tool connecting stakeholders to information and resources provided through our community colleges workforce training services. Highlighted in this issue is the “Training within Industry” series recently introduced by the Center for Corporate Training at MCC. “Training within Industry” is a train the trainer approach based on practices utilized within lean manufacturing. In Illinois, the WeTRaIN association brings to employers the power of a statewide network working together to serve the training needs of our incumbent workforce. Download a copy of the newsletter at-
GIVING THANKSSubmitted By balbrigh@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 3:46:43 PM Phone: 8676 Good Monday Morning to All ! ! ! Well, it’s that time again. Time for the Special Needs Department to thank you all for everything you do for our students. Please open the above attachment for your very own invitation. The Special Needs Gang
Health Promotions EventSubmitted By lbrogan@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 3:59:08 PM Phone: ext. 8581 We are having a Weight Watchers Free Open House on Dec. 2 at 12 p.m. in room A103. No obligation to join. Come and find out how the program could work for you.
HOLIDAY GIFT BOOKSSubmitted By cscherma@mchenry.edu 11/14/2008 10:47:52 AM Phone: 455-8781 Don't go out in the cold and don't pay shipping charges! Order your HOLIDAY GIFT BOOKS in the bookstore. Just send me the author, title or ISBN and I can give you a price quote. Most orders only take 4 days. HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSESubmitted By KBENNETT@MCHENRY.EDU 11/6/2008 3:37:14 PM Phone: 815-479-7587 Join us for our Holiday Open house on Tuesday November 11.
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSESubmitted By KBENNETT@MCHENRY.EDU 11/10/2009 1:14:28 PM Phone: 815-479-7587 TODAY IS THE DAY FOR OUR HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE! PLEASE OPEN THE ATTACHMENT FOR DETAILS.
Holiday Open HouseSubmitted By cscherma@mchenry.edu 11/6/2009 4:03:36 PM Phone: 8781 Please join the bookstore for our HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE on Wednesday, November 11. 20% off everything is the store (excluding textbooks, software, candy). Now is the time to make those holiday purchases or just stock up on birthday cards, bestsellers, sweatshirts and all the other great stuff you need! Holidays with HeartSubmitted By mhuseby@mchenry.edu 11/24/2008 10:22:17 AM Phone: x8752 Holidays with Heart A message from ESL Instructor Lisa McCord As you are all well aware this has been a difficult economic year and many of us have been hit pretty hard. However, those families hit most hard are those of our needy in our McHenry County area. The Crystal Lake Jaycees are helping out with their annual Share-A-Christmas Project. My morning Level 4 E.S.L. class has again decided to help them by working with them to ask you if you would like to donate new toys, gift certificates, or monetary donations. These gifts would be used December 13th at Share-A-Christmas to provide gifts for families, food for approximately 3 months and a holiday meal. The project is well received by all who participate and greatly appreciated by the people provided for. Last year many of you were able to help out. Please continue with your generosity and help a family in need this Holiday season. Believe me a little bit will go a long way. Happy Holidays and may your Blessings Abound this Holiday Season. Toys: Boys and Girls, infant to 12 years old Please place in gift box in the hall by classroom A374 *Monetary donations and gift certificates: Please place in gift box in the Adult Ed. office, A362, by the front desk. Gift certificates: McDonalds, Burger King, Taco Bell, Bath and Body works, Jewel, Dominicks, Joseph’s, Best Buy, etc. $5.00 or more Monetary Donations: $5.00 or more Donations will be accepted until December 11. Hot Off the Press- MCC Annual ReportSubmitted By chaggerty@mchenry.edu 11/19/2008 4:04:30 PM Phone: Ext. 8727 This week, McHenry County College is sending out its first-ever Annual Report to 100,000 households in the district and neighboring areas. The goal of the report is to help better inform our constituents about the value the College brings to the community, as well as to get people excited about the amazing work MCC is doing. To view the complete FY 2008 Annual Report, please visit InsideMCC. You will find a link under "Current News" and "Quick Links." Back to topInfluenza LectureSubmitted By ssocol@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 1:39:07 PM Phone: 815-455-8714 Dr. John Peters of the Biology Department will presenting a lecture about the current influenza epidemic. The title of Dr. Peter’s talk, which will be given on Thursday, November 19th at 5 PM in room A119, is “Influenza – Should You Be Worried?” Latest and Greatest MCC Style GuideSubmitted By chaggerty@mchenry.edu 11/12/2009 5:19:55 PM Phone: Do you communicate with students, parents, alumni, local businesses or community members? Then, make your messages consistent with other MCC materials and communications. "Why does this matter?" you may ask... The Office of Marketing and Public Relations (OMPR) wants to ensure that a positive image of MCC and its identity is represented clearly and consistently. The official MCC Style Guide will help make certain that both internal and external communications employ consistent grammar and usage. Ultimately, this sends a message of professionalism and expertise to our students and to the greater community. A link to the newest version of the MCC Style Guide is attached for your use. It can also be found on InsideMCC in the OMPR section under "Logos and Standards". If you have any questions, please contact Christina Haggerty. Thanks in advance for your help in following these guidelines.
MCC Promise Volunteer HoursSubmitted By eruth@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 4:52:31 PM Phone: 815-455-8536 You know that project on your to do list that hasn't been crossed off in a few months? Or the mailing you are dreading? How about the event you are planning on campus? Could you use a student volunteer? MCC Promise students are required to complete 16 volunteer hours for a nonprofit or goverment agency within McHenry County by 12/19/09. If you know of any volunteer needs on campus or in our community, please contact Emily Smith.
Purchasing Consortium ListSubmitted By jjones@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 8:38:56 AM Phone: 8770 If you have not already done so, please take a moment to review the updated Purchasing Consortium list located on Inside MCC. These consortiums offer MCC, volume pricing discounts on most of the products and services the college uses for its operation. Please first check the companies listed in these consortiums when getting price quotes for products or services. Spring Computer Classroom Testing for FacultySubmitted By tnaleway@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 2:27:53 PM Phone: x7583 Faculty members, Would you like a sneak peak at how the computer(s) will be configured in the classrooms where you teach this spring? Beginning Monday, December 1, IT will have test computers setup in A110 for faculty to see how their classroom computers will be configured. Please share this opportunity with adjunct faculty. Anyone interested in testing should contact me at x7583 or tnaleway@mchenry.edu to arrange a testing time. TWILIGHT BOOKSSubmitted By KBENNETT@MCHENRY.EDU 11/16/2009 2:02:26 PM Phone: 815-479-7587 The bookstore now has in stock the first 3 books of the Twilight Saga. We also have Twilight journals. Have you been wanting to read the series or catch up now that New Moon will be in theatres on friday? Now is your chance. It's also a great Holiday gift. Remember that you get an extra 10% off the already discounted books. AQIP/Action TeamsAll Employee EmailsSubmitted By rally@mchenry.edu 11/3/2008 10:44:55 AM Phone: 815-455-8585 For all who send e-mails to all MCC employees, please use the e-newsletter whenever possible. This excellent solution, developed by one of our AQIP Action Teams, will help us to save “electronic” trees (i.e. server space). Thank you for your cooperation. Ron (p.s. I do realize the irony that I’m also guilty of this on occasion.) Save Trees. Print only when necessary. Thank You. Fall 2009 Communications SurveySubmitted By jbaumann@mchenry.edu 11/4/2009 4:27:27 PM Phone: 8915 Are you satisfied with MCC's employee communications? <b>There is still time to give your feedback.<b> Please click the link below to complete a brief survey. Your input is needed to guide improvements to the Employ-E-Newsletter and Bagpipes. The survey will only take five minutes of your time. Thank you for your participation! <br /><br />Internal Communications Action Team <br />Retiree Action Team <br />Bagpipes newsletter editor P.S. If you have not seen Bagpipes recently, please browse through previous editions on insideMCC.
Fall 2009 Internal Communications SurveySubmitted By jbaumann@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 9:17:08 AM Phone: 8915 If you have not already done so, please take a moment to give us your feedback on MCC's internal communications. The Internal Communications Action Team wants to make sure that our internal communications are meeting the needs of all faculty and staff. Click the link below to complete a brief survey. It will take no more than five minutes of your time. Thank you for your help!
Fall 2009 Internal Communications SurveySubmitted By jbaumann@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 8:55:12 AM Phone: 8915 Are you satisfied with MCC's employee communications? Please click the link below to complete a brief survey. Your input is needed to help guide improvements to the Employ-E-Newsletter and Bagpipes. The survey will only take five minutes of your time. Thank you for your participation! Internal Communications Action Team Retiree Action Team Bagpipes newsletter editor P.S. If you have not seen Bagpipes recently, please browse through previous editions on insideMCC.
Suggest an Action Project for Spring 2009Submitted By kplinske@mchenry.edu 11/25/2008 5:18:50 PM Phone: 8694 Do you have a suggestion for a Continuous Improvement Action Project for the Spring? If so, please complete the Action Project Recommendation form linked below and submit it to Kathleen Plinske by December 8. Your input is important in the Continuous Improvement process at MCC! All suggestions will be compiled and forwarded to the Steering Committee for discussion at their December 10 meeting. Back to topYou're Invited - Action Team PresentationsSubmitted By kplinske@mchenry.edu 11/25/2008 5:55:49 PM Phone: 8694 This semester's Action Teams are presenting their findings and recommendations to the Steering Committee on Wednesday, December 3 in B166/7. All employees are invited to hear the opportunities for improvement these teams have identified, and their recommendations. Hope to see you there! 11:45 am - B166/7 - Digital Signage
12:30 pm - B166/7 - Administrator Training
Cafeteria MenuCHIP's SUB DEPOT Meal Deal Day Tuesday 11/17Submitted By sjohnsto@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 2:18:17 PM Phone: Tuesday November 17th is CHIP's SUB DEPOT Sub Sandwich Meal Deal Day! Try the delicious variety of subs. First come- first serve beginning at 11:00 am. NewslettersEnews updatingSubmitted By hliu@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 2:16:19 PM Phone: 7567 The enews programming is continuing to be updated and we are collecting feedback. If you have any problems with your submitting, please contact me, thanks. FitNotesSubmitted By smezzano@mchenry.edu 11/12/2009 1:42:29 PM Phone: 8551 Located below is a link to the latest edition of FitNotes. Back to topNovember TechTalk - Watch Out for Holiday ScamsSubmitted By AskIT@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 3:10:24 PM Phone: ext. 8457 TechTalk is the MCC IT monthly newsletter! Get tips, tricks, and answers to your computer questions on: InsideMCC - Newletters - TechTalk. In this Issue: • Cyber Monday - Watch Out for Holiday Scams • Clean Up Your Outlook • Tips for Safe Online Shopping … and more! Searching for (computer) enlightenment? Get your answers from: AskIT@mchenry.edu – Your tech question and our answers will be published in an upcoming issue of TechTalk. Thanks for your input – it helps us help you!
TechTalk - New Employees, Saving Files, & MoreSubmitted By AskIT@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 11:54:11 AM Phone: ext. 8457 Get the updated "New Employee Tech Request" form to get your new employees network access and more, learn quick tips on how to save files, read about A/V available equipment and reservations, plus enjoy our IT employee spotlight! Remember to shut down the computer you use when you leave for the day! This allows IT to run updates and fixes nightly, to keep campus computers safe and working smoothly. Quick Quiz! Right now on the MCC campus, IT supports about 1,500 PC's - including desktops, laptops, and Macs. About how many personal computers do you think MCC IT supported back in 1984? Email your answer to AskIT@mchenry.edu . The best guess will be published in the next newsletter! Back to topAthleticsMCC Employees & Families - Free AdmissionSubmitted By wreynold@mchenry.edu 11/5/2009 3:15:36 PM Phone: 8547 All MCC employees, and their immediate families, will be admitted free to MCC men's and women's home basketball games by simply telling the worker at the entry table that you are an MCC employee and entering with your group. Upcoming home games are: Nov. 12, 21, 23, 24. Complete schedules are available on the athletics web pages. Come on out and support your MCC Scots! MCC Volleyball Team Qualifies for NationalsSubmitted By wreynold@mchenry.edu 11/9/2009 12:22:20 PM Phone: 8547 The NJCAA Div II District B volleyball semifinals and finals were held at The College of Lake County (Grayslake, IL) on Saturday, November 7. McHenry County, the #1 seed in District B won both the District B semifinals and a hard-fought, five set championship match, to advance to the NJCAA D II National Tournament at the Chula Vista Resort in the Wisconsin Dells, WI Nov 18 – 21. The MCC Lady Scots will be making their fourth consecutive trip to the national tournament, the last three under Head Coach Chas Kennedy, and fifth national tournament appearance in the past six years. McHenry County is currently ranked #13 in the country. Good luck MCC Lady Scots! MCC Volleyball Team Qualifies for NationalsSubmitted By wreynold@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 9:15:11 PM Phone: 8547 The McHenry County College Lady Scots volleyball team (36-12), NJCAA Div II District B Champions, will play at The Wisconsin Dells Center in the 2009 NJCAA Division II Volleyball National Tournament, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, Nov 19 – 21. This year marks the MCC Lady Scots’ fifth consecutive trip to the national tournament, the last three under Head Coach Chas Kennedy, and sixth national tournament appearance in the past seven years. McHenry County is currently ranked number 13 in the nation. MCC is seeded 11th, out of the 16 participating teams, and will open against the #6 seed, Columbus State at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 19. Complete schedule at (www.njcaa.org), go to women's Div II volleyball. Earlier this month, MCC, the number one seed in NJCAA District B, won the District B semifinals and a hard-fought, five set championship match, to again advance to the NJCAA national tournament. Volleyball Playoff Schedule - Nov. 7 @ CLCSubmitted By wreynold@mchenry.edu 11/5/2009 3:07:05 PM Phone: 8547 The NJCAA Div II District B volleyball semifinals and finals will be held at The College of Lake County (Grayslake, IL) on Saturday, November 7. McHenry County, the #1 seed in District B will take on the host school and #5 seed Lake County at 10 a.m. in one of the District B semifinals. The District B championship match is at 2 p.m. The District B winner will advance to the NJCAA D II National Tournament at the Chula Vista Resort in the Wisconsin Dells, Nov 19 – 21. The MCC Lady Scots will be seeking their fourth consecutive trip to the national tournament and fifth in the past six years. Health and WellnessElaine's Health CornerSubmitted By ewhalen@mchenry.edu 11/25/2008 9:17:13 AM Phone: Health tip for the week: Did you know that microwaving foods in plastic containers is not a good idea! While microwave ovens are a great convenience, you have to be aware of potential dangers. Do not heat foods in plastic containers or covered by plastic wrap: microwaving can drive plastic molecules into your food. Use only glass or ceramic containers and cover foods with waxed paper or a paper towel. Mythbuster of the week: Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. Recently, a study was published in the December 2007 British Medical Journal--the researchers could find no clinical evidence to support this notion. However, they did find an article from the November 2002 American Journal of Physiology that documented the lack of evidence behind this popular recommendation. You do need to be well hydrated, but research suggests that the liquids most people drink daily - juice, milk, and decaffeinated beverages - will also do the trick. Your best bets are purified water, diluted fruit juice, tea, and sparkling water flavored with fruit juice. Do try to drink as much water as you can, just don't force it! Stay tuned for next week's Tip and Myth! If you have any questions about nutrition and/or wellness, send me an email. Maybe it will be the next health tip! Medicare Part D Annual NoticeSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 8:59:43 AM Phone: (815) 455-8577 Each November, we are required to send a notice to all insurance participants regarding Medicare Part D, prescription drug coverage. In an effort to save paper, we are sending it electronically. Administrators, please share this information with employees in your departments who do not have access to email. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Whitney Kuhlin at (815) 455-8577. Back to topRetireesMedicare Part D Annual NoticeSubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 9:01:43 AM Phone: 815-455-8577 Each November, we are required to send a Medicare Part D Annual Notice to all employees and retirees who are insured by our medical insurance plans. In an effort to save paper, we are sending this notice electronically rather than by mail. If you have any questions, please contact Whitney Kuhlin at (815) 455-8577. Back to topSUAA InformationSubmitted By cscherma@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 3:28:53 PM Phone: 8781 Want to join the MCC chapter of SUAA (State University Annuitants Association?) Click on the attachments for more information.
SurveySubmitted By wkuhlin@mchenry.edu 11/2/2009 11:56:21 AM Phone: 815-455-8577 Are you satisfied with our retiree communications? Your input is needed to help guide improvements to the Employee Newsletter and Bagpipes. There are also questions specifically for retirees regarding events. The survey will take five minutes of your time. Please take the survey by clicking on the link below: Thank you in advance for your participation! From the Internal Communications Action Team, the Retiree Action Team and the Bagpipes Newsletter Editor. P.S. For anyone who has not seen a recent copy of Bagpipes, please browse through previous editions on insideMCC.
Temp Work?Submitted By cscherma@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 3:32:58 PM Phone: 8781 Have you always dreamed of working in the bookstore? We're looking for some temporary workers. We need you for about 2 weeks every semester, the hours are flexible. Please contact me if you're interested. PersonalFree Guinea PigSubmitted By mstolz@mchenry.edu 11/6/2008 9:56:45 AM Phone: 8541 Young, male guinea pig free to good home. Cage included. Giving Away Oregano Plant & Dried HydrangeasSubmitted By jollerenshaw@mchenry.edu 11/3/2009 3:28:17 PM Phone: 847-669-7061 1) I have a very large bunch of dried [copper] HYDRANGEAS. You can dye or spray a hydrangeas with artificial color: see link following http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/dye_steps.html 2) I have a beautiful True Oregano plant; I prefer Greek Oregano. Would anyone like it? http://www.mobot.org/gardinghelp/plantfinder/plant.asp?code=E420 Origanum vulgare COMMON NAMES * Common Marjoram * Oregano * True Oregano * Turkish Oregano * Wild Marjoram * Winter Marjoram The famous European herb called the oregano or the pot marjoram is a very familiar spice, botanical name Origanum vulgare. It is a common herb, and the European oregano is known to be a very hardy and perennial herb characterized by the presence of an erect, and somewhat hairy and well branched stem, the leaves of the herb are also hairy. When fully grown, the plant can cross two feet in height, and is characterized by a very acrid and pungent odor, the fragrance of the plant is very strong, and has a sage like aroma, it also smells somewhat like another spice, the thyme - also used in a lot of European cuisines. Got Sourdough?Submitted By plauer@mchenry.edu 11/24/2008 1:43:12 PM Phone: ext 8582 Calling all bread bakers! Does anyone out there have a wee bit of good sourdough starter you would be willing to share? If so, please let me know via e-mail or phone, ext. 8582. Thanks! Great deals for the holidaysSubmitted By kellis@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 5:46:36 PM Phone: The holidays are right around the corner - come see what Southern Living at Home has to offer our customers and hostesses. We have some great deals through the end of the year - check out my Web site for more information. And contact me if you'd like to order anything for your friends and family! www.southernlivingathome.com/kristaellis
Great way to help military personnel if you canSubmitted By jlefevre@mchenry.edu 11/12/2008 10:38:18 AM Phone: x8562 I just found out about this program to provide foster homes to the pets of military personnel while they are deployed on active duty. I think it is just a wonderful idea, and it would be one less thing for our service members to worry about while they are deployed overseas. It would also help avoid a repeat of situations like this one: http://www.king5.com/topstories/stories/NW_052108WAB_soldier_horse_slaughter_KC.1866d2a6.html From their website, it looks like Guardian Angels for Soldiers' Pet is looking for foster homes for dogs and cats mostly, but if you are able to take a bird, hamster/gerbil, ferret, fish, snake, lizard, turtle, rabbit, horse or other type of pet, I'm sure they would appreciate it too! Please forward this on to everyone you know to spread the word on this worthwhile program. Thanks very much for your time, and have a great weekend!
Holiday Gift Cards That HelpSubmitted By jlefevre@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 11:40:59 AM Phone: x8562 Do you give gift cards during the holiday season? Sure, it's wonderful to let people pick out what they would truly use and appreciate from ther favorite store, but you still have to run around town to different stores to get the gift cards. No more, my friend! Now you can shop for hundreds of gift cards in your comfy chair and fuzzy slippers, and money is donated to a good cause as well - what a bonus! The attached flyer has all the details. Please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me with any questions. Happy Shopping!
Leftover Halloween Candy?Submitted By pmills@mchenry.edu 11/3/2009 12:58:36 PM Phone: 815-455-8759 If you would like to donate your leftover candy to our troops overseas, just drop it off at my office. Please have it to me by Friday the 6th. Office: B176 (across from the cafeteria). Thanks! Patt Mills MCC is in Delta Sky's November MagazineSubmitted By terski@mchenry.edu 11/3/2008 9:10:35 AM Phone: 8992 This month’s issue of Delta Sky is all about coffee, and McHenry County College is now mentioned on every Delta airplane around the world in an article by Ted Erski (geography/earth science) entitled “Cupping Around the World: Bean There, Done That.” The electronic version is available via the link below (flip to the Postcards section, page 39).
MCC Quilting GroupSubmitted By pkrieger@mchenry.edu 11/7/2008 8:36:00 AM Phone: 8726 McQuilters, a friendly, talented, and welcoming group of quilters meets on the first Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. in the MCC Cafeteria to show off our work, talk and eat lunch. If you would like to join us, please email Pat Kriegermeier at the email address shown above to receive reminders about our meetings. Missing Instructor ChairSubmitted By kmarsh@mchenry.edu 11/9/2009 8:58:57 AM Phone: 8705 The instuctor chair has been missing from room A-222 for some time. I would greatly appreciate the return of the chair or any information as to it's whereabouts, as I do not want to purchase a new chair until I have exhausted all means of locating the old one. I can not offer any reward monies but all tips will remain confidential. The chair is designed more like a stool than a chair because it sits higher up so instructors can be comfortable at a labratory bench or higher computer workstation. It is blue with wheels. Please refer to the photo of the chair like our missing one.
Pink Yogurt LidsSubmitted By mmatthei@mchenry.edu 11/3/2009 8:07:20 AM Phone: 8572 Is anyone collecting the pink lids from the Yoplait yogurt containers that say "Save Lids to Save Lives"? I have some to contibute to your collection. I'll bring them over to your office. Thanks. Mary Prayer RequestsSubmitted By rritter@mchenry.edu 11/20/2008 9:19:40 AM Phone: 8930 CAMPUS CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP (CCF) CCF has placed two prayer boxes on campus. One is located near the cafeteria in the hallway leading to the Bookstore, and the other is located across from Student Life in the Atrium. If you would like to have the CCF club members pray for you, a loved one, a friend, the leaders of our country, etc. please fill out a prayer request. There is no need to sign your prayer request unless you would like us to pray for you by your first name. If you are submitting a prayer request for an individual other than yourself, and plan on using their first name, request their permission to do so. I have placed copies of "The Story of God, the Gospel of John", near the prayer boxes. If you would like a copy please take one. My favorite verse is: John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." Puppies Need Help!!Submitted By aortiz@mchenry.edu 11/17/2009 7:59:04 AM Phone: x7865 This letter was sent to me by "Placing Paws" in Libertyville, Illinois. Can you help find homes for 3 lab mix puppies? Thanks!
RecipeSubmitted By lwatt@mchenry.edu 11/5/2008 3:36:52 PM Phone: 815/455-8985 Bok Choy Salad from Harmony Halloween Party 1/2 c. butter. 1/2 c. sliced almonds. 2 pkg Ramen noodles, broken up. 1/2 c. sesame seeds. 1 head bok choy. 5 green onions. 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained. Dressing: 1/2 c. sugar. 1/2 c. oil. 1/8 c. vinegar. 1 T. soy sauce. Brown on low heat, butter, almonds, Ramen noodles and sesame seeds for approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool. Wash and chop bok choy and onions. Combine salad ingredients in large salad bowl and chill. Mix dressing ingredients in a jar. Add dressing to salad right before serving and toss. RecipesSubmitted By rritter@mchenry.edu 11/5/2008 10:52:22 AM Phone: 8930 Judy Eames, a retired MCC employee, entered her Pumpkin Bar recipe in Channel 7's Pumpkin Cooking Contest. Her recipe won First Place! Judy graciously shared this recipe. Now I'm sharing it with you. Each and every time I've made either the Pumpkin Bars or Chocolate Zucchini Bars I'm asked for the recipe. Enjoy!
Southern LivingSubmitted By kellis@mchenry.edu 11/6/2008 6:02:43 PM Phone: I am an Independent Consultant for Southern Living at HOME. If you're anything like me the holidays that are quickly approaching can stress you out. So have a party to release that stress and take some time out for yourself while also shopping and having a fun night out with your friends!! See the attachment for more information - I'd love to help you get a free shopping spree for the holidays! If you don't want to host a party but would like to make a purchase - send me an email for more information. Thanks!! www.southernlivingathome.com/kristaellis Here's our gift giving flier - great deals at low prices!!! Check them out!! https://www.southernlivingathome.com/pne/pdf/announcements/20081101_GiftGivingFlier.pdf Check out November's Hostess and Customer Specials https://www.southernlivingathome.com/pne/pdf/monthlySpecials/0811spec_080930_1331.pdf Here's December's Specials https://www.southernlivingathome.com/pne/pdf/monthlySpecials/0812spec_081030_1457.pdf
Support March of Dimes: Shop & Share at Jewel-OSubmitted By cletteri@mchenry.edu 11/14/2009 1:43:53 PM Phone: x 8762 Shop for Babies with Jewel-Osco All Chicagoland Locations Take advantage of those Thanksgiving sales! Shop at Jewel-Osco stores on November 16, 17 and 18, and the March of Dimes will receive a percentage of your purchases. Print the attached coupon, bring it with you, and turn in at the register when you check out! TO PRINT THE COUPON, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW, and please share with your family, friends, co-workers and neighbors! Special thanks to our friends at Jewel-Osco. March of Dimes, Illinois chapter Cynthia R. Letteri Reference Librarian A212 815.455.8762 cletteri@mchenry.edu Back to topThank YouSubmitted By Derickso@comcast.net 11/3/2009 9:12:18 AM Phone: 8748 I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of cards, hugs, and kind words I received after the passing of my Dad. He was a very special man and will be greatly missed. The plant I received was very nice and I think of him whenever I look at it. You are a special group of people, and I thank you so much for your thoughtfulness. Debbie Triple K Pines NurserySubmitted By ghavens@mchenry.edu 11/13/2009 2:25:45 PM Phone: Friends of my family have a nursery business, and they are currently taking orders for Wreaths (ranging in sizes of 14'-48" round, pricing at $20-$60). They also make Grave Blankets which are priced at $42 and Grave Pillows for $25. Everything is hand made You can call them at 815-923-4354 Thre will be an Open House December 5th-6th 9-4. They are located at 15217 Hemmingsen Rd Union, IL. Uppercase Living PartySubmitted By ghavens@mchenry.edu 11/16/2009 7:54:21 AM Phone: My wife is throwing an Uppercase Living party next week,on the 19th. Uppercase Living offers decorative vinyl lettering for the home or work place. If anyone is interested in ordering you may visit the website, and view their products online.
What is MCCAA?Submitted By cscherma@mchenry.edu 11/10/2009 9:09:45 AM Phone: X8781 MCCAA is the McHenry County College Annuitants Association. We are a chapter of SUAA, the State University Annuitants Association. Protect your retirement benefits! Please read the attached information and contact Cathie Scherman if you're interested in becoming a member.
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