The Link FSC Parent Newsletter 11/30/12

Campus Announcements:

Forensic Mocs Bring Home Nine Tournament Titles – Click this link to find out more about this outstanding accomplishment.

Final Exams Near - Your studentŐs final exams are nearing. Dec. 10-12 are this yearŐs dates for finals.

Helping Hand – Several philanthropic efforts are underway on campus including an Angel Tree in the Center for Student Involvement. Additionally the FSC Bookstore is collecting books and bears for the ChildrenŐs Home Society.

ItŐs a Tradition – Nothing says ŇItŐs Exam Time!Ő than free pancakes and thatŐs exactly what students get during the annual Flapjack Fling, Sunday, Dec. 9, 9-11 p.m. in WyneeŐs Bistro.  Faculty and staff members are on hand to provide free pancakes for students to enjoy for the ultimate study break.

Music in the Air – Encourage your student to take a break in the study action and enjoy the musical talents of their fellow students as the FSC Music Dept. presents The Christmas Gala next weekend.

Winter Departure – Be sure your student is familiar with the closing information (dates and procedures)  for all residence halls.

2013 – Convo dates have been set for second semester. Your student will need to put them on  the calendar:

January 30

February 13

March 8 (tentative date)

 

Academic Reminders (always good to know):

á      If your student is needing some academic help:

Tutor Tables– Mondays and Tuesdays 6-8 p.m., Student Solutions Center – Natural Sciences, Math, Social Sciences

(next week is the last week for Tutor Tables)

PENS Central Writing Lab open for assistance

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)

Think "super group" learning! PASS is where students work together to reinforce key concepts and develop effective study strategies. Whether you are a top performer or could use some improvement, you will benefit from the skills and understanding gained from attending PASS. The most obvious result of PASS is that students who attend regularly consistently can earn a higher grade. PASS is also a great way to network with other students in your course.

 

ACC

2111

Tuesday

Friday

5-7 p.m.

3-4 p.m.

Rogers Student Lounge

ACC

3111

Monday

Thursday

4-5 p.m.

4-6 p.m.

Rogers Student Lounge

BIO

1500

Tuesday

6-8 p.m.

PS  203

BIO

2215

Tuesday

5-7 p.m.

PS 204

CHE

1011

Tuesday

6-8 p.m.

PS 108

CHE

1111

Thursday

5-7 p.m.

PS 108

CHE

1112

Sunday

 

 

MAT

1007

Thursday

6:30-8:30 p.m.

PS 203

MAT

2022

Tues & Wed

5-6 p.m.

PS 203

MAT

2311

Tuesday & Wednesday

5-6 p.m.

7-8 p.m.

PS 205

 

 

Schedule of Upcoming Events:

Friday, Nov. 30

á      Senior Drop In Week, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Career Center

á      Senior Flute Recital, Lindsey Massaro, 7 p.m., B202

á      Senior Voice Recital, Solangi Santiago, 8:15 p.m., B202

á      The FSC Theatre Department presents ŇThe Female Odd Couple,Ó 7:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre

Saturday, Dec. 1

á      AIDS Awareness Day

á      HWC Tailgate Triathlon

á      Cantilevers 2nd Annual Yule Ball, 7 p.m., Thrift

á      The FSC Theatre Department presents ŇThe Female Odd Couple,Ó 7:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre

Sunday, Dec. 2

á      Chapel, 11 a.m., Annie Pfeiffer Chapel

á      Mass, 1 p.m., Annie Pfeiffer Chapel

á      Intramural Flag Football Championship, 1-3 p.m., Intramural Field

á      The FSC Theatre Department presents ŇThe Female Odd Couple,Ó 2:30 p.m., Buckner Theatre

á      Senior Clarinet Recital, Ronell Molina, 3 p.m., B202

Monday, Dec. 3

á      Kyle Shuart, Senior Piano Recital, 7 p.m., B202

á      Katie Plank – Senior Piano Recital, 8:15 p.m., B202

Tuesday, Dec. 4

á      Festival of Fine Arts presents National Circus of China, 7:30 p.m., Branscomb

Wednesday, Dec. 5

á      Joannie Sears, Senior Cello Recital, 7 p.m.,B202

á      Andrew Eason-McGill, 8:15 p.m., B202

Thursday, Dec. 6

Friday, Dec. 7

á      Last Day of Classes

á      Chick Fil A Friday, 8:45 a.m., Bandshell

á      RecFest, 7-9 p.m., Callahan Intramural Field

Saturday, Dec. 8

á      Festival of Fine Arts presents Home for the Holidays: The Christmas Gala, Music Dept , 7:30 p.m., Branscomb

Sunday, Dec. 9

á      Chapel, 11 a.m., Annie Pfeiffer Chapel

á      Mass, 1 p.m., Annie Pfeiffer Chapel

á      Hanukkah Begins

á      ACE presents Flapjack Fling, 9-11 p.m., WyneeŐs Bistro, free pancakes

 

A Look Ahead at WyneeŐs Bistro:

Monday – Potato Bar

Tuesday – Stir Fry

Wednesday – Breakfast at Lunch, Christmas Dinner

Thursday – Boston Moc It

Friday – Chipotle Bowls

Saturday- Steak or Shrimp

 

College Terrace – Chicken or Steak Fajita Flats

Cyber CafŽ – Chicken Cacciatore

Grill Master – BBQ Pork Loin

 

Second-Year Insight:

So close but still so much left to do.  That may be how your student is feeling right now.  Next week is the last week of classes and itŐs likely that your student has a handful of assignments all due in the next several days.  As a second-year student they have been through this part of the semester before but each time the demands are a little different.  Even if they have figured out how to balance it all, a little extra encouragement from home goes a long way.  A note, a box of goodies or an extra phone call can give them the motivation to press on. 

From the FSC Counseling Center:

The Finals Frontier.  I think the days between Thanksgiving and the end of the term are the fastest part of the academic year.  It seems that we just get back from the holiday break, and, whoosh! finals are over, students are leaving, and itŐs graduation day!  Even though the semester has just gone into warp drive, most students still have a fair amount of work to complete.  They must write papers, complete projects, and take final exams.  They also need to achieve acceptable grades on everything.  For some students, this can feel almost overwhelming and, unfortunately, thereŐs no Scotty to beam them up.  Here are a few ways you can help if your student is struggling to complete the semester:

DonŐt worry too much.  It will all be over soon.  If this is your studentŐs first semester, itŐs probably also one of the hardest because he or she has had to adjust to college life, make new friends, get used to living away from home, and be successful academically.  Next semester is likely to feel more manageable.  In any case, live long and prosper.

Career Center:

ItŐs getting closer – the end of the semester! ItŐs time for students to use some of those great time management skills to get through everything that must be done this week. If your student needs a quiet spot to study, the GEICO Career Center library is open from 8-5 and they are welcome to come by and study. Any questions about their major, future plans, etc. we are here to assist. We are in the office M-F from 8-5 – we are in the first floor of Thrift across from the swimming pool or call us at 863-680-4390.

From the Nina B. Hollis Wellness Center:

WhatŐs happening at the Wellness Center?

Rec Fest 2012

Friday, December 7, 7-9pm at the Intramural Field

This is the Wellness CenterŐs annual event to showcase some activities and programs we offer, and to thank the students who have participated in Wellness programming.  Everyone is invited to this FREE event!

What can they expect this year:

á       Archery

á       FREE food from Tijuana Flats

á        ŇMinute to Win ItÓ competitions

á       Laser Tag

á       Group Exercise Demos

á       Tennis

á       Lawn games: Corn Hole, Ladder Golf, Spikeball, Can Jam

á       Music

á       Raffle Prizes and MORE!

 

Campus Wide Blood Drive Results

We want to thank the entire FSC campus for your generosity in our recent blood drive before Thanksgiving.  We were able to meet and surpass our goal with a total of 81 donors taking time to donate.  Thanks!!

 

Group Exercise Classes

Group exercise is a great way to get in a stress busting workout and get together with  friends.  Friday, December 7, will be the last day of Group Exercise classes this semester.   Check it out at:  http://www.flsouthern.edu/wellness/fitness/documents/SecondHalfGEScheduleFall12.pdf  

 

FREE Personal Fitness Consulting

Through our Jump Start program, our fitness staff can help students reach their health and fitness goals.  We offer full fitness assessments, functional movement screenings, personalized exercise program design and instruction and nutrition education.  Contact Michele Cash at mcash@flsouthern.edu or 863-680-3894 for more information or to set up an appointment.  http://www.flsouthern.edu/wellness/fitness/jumpstart.htm

 

Intramurals

Tailgate Triathlon, Saturday, December 1.

Flag Football Championships, Sunday, December 2.

3 X 3 Basketball playoffs on Monday, December 3, and Finals on Wednesday, December 5.

 

 

Student Health 101-A Parent Perspective

http://readsh101.com/flsouthern-pp.html

We hope youŐll enjoy this interactive parentŐs companion to our Student Health 101 newsletter.

 

 

Sports Shorts:

Fri.      Nov.   30         NCAA D-II South Region Semis        TBA                            TBA                Volleyball

Sat.      Dec.     1          at Lynn                                               Boca Raton                 2:00 pm           W. Basketball

Sat.      Dec.     1          at Lynn                                               Boca Raton                 4:00 pm           M. Basketball

Sat.      Dec.     1          NCAA D-II South Region Final         TBA                            TBA                Volleyball

Mon.   Dec.    3          Armstrong Atlantic State                Lakeland                    7:30 pm          M. Basketball

Sat.     Dec.    8          Benedict                                             Lakeland                    7:30 pm          M. Basketball

Sat.      Dec.     8          at Palm Beach Atlantic                       West Palm Beach        2:00 pm           W. Basketball

 

Final Thoughts – Oh my, talk about how time flies. Seems like it was just a few weeks ago when we were talking about the first week of classes and now the semester is nearing an end. This is a hectic time for your student so offer support. Projects and papers are due, not to mention the necessary preparation for final exams. At this point, your student should have registered for classes for second semester. If not, encourage your student to get any account holds cleared. ItŐs beginning to feel a lot like the close of the semester.

 

All the best – Shari

Shari Szabo

Associate Dean of Student Success

Florida Southern College

111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive

Lakeland, FL 33801-5698