National Non-Traditional Student Week - November 1-7, 2009

11/2/09

TAGS: Admission, Career Services, Center for Professional and Executive Development, Development Programs, Student Life Office

National Non-traditional Student Week November 1-7, 2009

The Division of Continuing Professional Studies at Champlain College would like to invite you to show your support in the recognition of our adult students during National Non-traditional Student Week. National Non-Traditional Student week is held the first week of November and we plan to celebrate our students with a variety of activities. Please attend an event or submit your email address to cpsadvisor@champlain.edu to be entered into our prize drawing on Friday, November 6^th! Whether you take class on-campus or 100% online, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved!

Monday, November 2nd

· 9:00-10:00AM Kickoff Event (Vista Room, MIC Library)

Join the Division of Continuing Professional Studies in the Vista Room to jump start National Non-traditional Student Week. Coffee and breakfast pastries will be provided

· 2:00-5:00PM Fall Internship Fair (Featuring more than 50 employers!)

The Fall Internship Fair hosted by Career Services is a great place to connect face-to-face with employers seeking interns for spring semester! Prepare for the Fair by updating your resume, practicing your "pitch" to employers, dressing for success, etc. You'll find lots of great resources on the Career Services website: www.champlain.edu/Career-Services.html

Tuesday, November 3rd

· 11:00AM-1:00PM Career Services Drop-in Hours (IDX Student Life Center)

Career Services comes to the heart of the campus to serve YOU! Get quick answers to your career-related questions. A member of the Career Services team will be in the Fireside Lounge to answer questions, review resumes and cover letters, and provide general career advice. These informal 15 minute meetings are available in the Fireside Lounge, located in the IDX Student Life Center.

· 12:00-2:00PM Let's Give Thanks (IDX Atrium)

Stop by the Atrium in the Student Life Center to create a customized thank you card to give to someone who has supported you on this academic journey, such as family members, friends, professors, etc. If you address the envelope, we will mail them for you! If you are unable to make it to campus, feel free to email us at cpsadvisor@champlain.edu with your note and the address and we will make sure it gets to that special someone!

· 12:00-2:00PM CPS Recipe Round-up (IDX Atrium)

During the semester, the life of an adult student calls for fast and easy recipes, especially with work and after-school activities in full-swing. Do you have a recipe that has been your saving grace after a long day of work and classes? Why not drop it off at the Atrium for your chance to be entered into our grand prize drawing? If you are unable to make it to campus during this time, please email your recipe to cpsadvisor@champlain.edu and we will enter you in the drawing!

Wednesday, November 4^th

· 12:00-2:00PM CPS Recipe Round-up (IDX Atrium)

· 12:00-2:00PM Let's Give Thanks (IDX Atrium)

Stop by the Atrium to create a customized thank you card to give to someone who has supported you on this academic journey, such as family members, friends, professors, etc. If you address the envelope, we will mail them for you! If you are unable to make it to campus, feel free to email us at cpsadvisor@champlain.edu with your note and the address and we will make sure it gets to that special someone!

· 1:00-2:00PM Crafternoon (Vista Room, MIC Library)

Knitting, crocheting, scrap-booking, oh my! Whatever you might be working on, bring your project to the Library and "craft away" with friends from 1-2PM in the Vista Room on the third floor of the MIC. The views are beautiful and what a great opportunity to share craft ideas with like-minded people, especially with the holidays looming large.

· 4:30-6:30PM Student/CPA Networking Event

Career Services is pleased to make you aware of this opportunity which is of special interest to accounting majors. Vermont Society of CPAs proudly presents a Student/CPS Networking Event from 4:30-6:30PM at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center. Pizza will be provided and the dress is Business Casual. Please RSVP for this event to deb@vtcpa.org or email Pat Boera at Boerap@champlain.edu for more information

· 8:30-11:00PM TheGrind-Open Mic Coffee House

The Grind is an opportunity for anyone to get up on the open mic; music, spoken word or comedy, it's your show. Join us in the Fireplace Lounge of the Student Life Center. The Grind starts at 8:30pm and runs until about 11:00. If you are a player, come to play. If not, come for the free coffee and snacks; it's a great place to take a break and chill

Thursday, November 5th

· 3:00-6:00PM Cookies & Course Planning 3-6PM (212 Battery Street)

Join us at 212 Battery Street for cookies and course planning. Contact your CPS Student Services Advisor to schedule your 20 minute, one-on-one appointment to get you ready for the coming spring 2010 semester

· 8:30-11:30PM FREE Movie Night!

Attend a movie of your choice at the local Palace 9 Cinemas! Movie times usually start around 9:00pm. You MUST sign up at the HUB prior to the event in order to attend. Spots are limited! Transportation will be provided to those who need it! Meet in Bader Parking Lot at 8:50 if you need a ride. Contact Emily Ginter at eginter@champlain.edu for more information

Friday, November 6th

· 3:00-4:00PM Closing (IDX Fireside Lounge)

Join us in the Fireside Lounge as we wrap-up our week long celebration of adult students here at Champlain College with prizes and highlights from the week.

For more information:

Christian L Berry Senior Academic & Student Services Advisor (802) 651-5936

cberry@champlain.edu