For a complete, up-to-date list of rooms and events,
please pick up a printed schedule at "Registration" in the Heritage Hall lobby.)

Please register in "HH" ("Heritage Hall") to get
(1) your name badge for getting food and for getting into sessions and
(2) this schedule with room numbers.

Classes on Student Success Day are changed to the events below.
(Only off-campus, fully-online, and ASAP courses meet as normal.)

(Please note: Most activities are marked by type: Advanced, Arts, Basics, Careers/Depts.,
Class/Times, Clubs, Cultures, Food, Health, Paralegal, Services $mart Money, and Technology.)

FEATURES: 60+ hourly sessions, 3 Keynotes, Films & Music, & Lots of Food. (Fall focus: academic skills. Spring focus: majors & careers.)

Most activities are marked by type: Advanced, Basics, Careers/Depts., Class/Times, Clubs, Cultures, Food, Health, Nursing, Paralegal, Services, $mart Money, and Technology.

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 8:00-8:50 am	PRESENTER	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
8:00- 8:50 am Choose your event from these options.	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.
	Food: Free Coffee & Donuts	In Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby while they last!	Inver Hills College
	Book Discounts 8 am-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for "Banned Books Wk." and "Latino Heritage Month"!	Library Staff
	*Academic Planning:* “Academic Planning for the Undecided Student”	Academic planning sessions keep you ON COURSE to earn your degree! Work with IHCC Counselors to create a plan for degree completion. Go to one of six sessions today for five different groups—see title to left. doc.cam.	Jeff Greenwood, Counseling
	Biology: “Concept Mapping- The Best Thing Since Buttered Toast”	Learn this study strategy that focuses on hierarchy and relationship among concepts. Which term is most general? Which more specific? How are all they related? This skill, once acquired, is transferable to many other courses. We will focus on General Biology concepts in this workshop.	Heidi Wetherall, Biology
	**Careers/Depts.: “Economics:** “The Perfect College Major?”	What are the advantages to majoring in economics? What can I do at Inver Hills to get ready to major in economics at a 4-year university? What would I do with that degree when I’m done?	Shannon M. Marting, Instructor in Economics
	*Classes:* “Why should you take 8 a.m. classes? (Yawn)”	Yes those late-risers will make fun of you, but taking advantage of 8 a.m. classes will allow you to laugh all the way through the graduation line. Find out why the coolest students and teachers opt for dark circles under their eyes, an alarm clock by their bed, and a diploma in their hands! reg	Anthony Collins, English Instructor
	*$mart Money:* “Uncovering the Myths about Financial Aid” (Also at 10:00)	Have you said to yourself, “I’ll never qualify for financial aid,” “All loans are bad,” or “The financial aid process is just too complicated!” Discover why these thoughts are myths preventing you from getting the financial resources that are available to you. MT smrt	John Pogue, Financial Aid
	$mart Money: “Young and “Fabulous on a Budget” (Also at 1:00)	Do you want to live a fabulous lifestyle but on a realistic budget? With smart spending, you can have the lifestyle you desire. This interactive session will help you examine priorities and begin to set financial goals enabling you to become a smarter spender. MT smrt	Nicole Bietz, Counseling; Sarah Hover, Dir., Career & Employment Services

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 9:00-9:50 am	PRESENTER	ROOM
9:00- 9:50 am It is okay to enter sessions late or leave early. Choose from these options. 9:00- 9:50 am	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Food: Free Coffee & Donuts	In Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby while they last!	Inver Hills College	HH Lobby
	Book Discounts 8 am-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore	Behind Cafeteria
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for "Banned Books Wk." and "Hispanic Heritage Month"!	Library Staff	Library Display
	Tutoring: Writing Tutors 9-4	Do you need help with your papers? Bring them to the Writing Center.	Writing Center Tutors	2^nd Fl. Library
	*Academic Planning:* “AA degree and/or Transfer Students”	Academic planning sessions keep you ON COURSE to earn your degree! Work with IHCC Counselors to create a plan for degree completion. There are six sessions today for five different groups—see title to left.	LeAnne Schmidt, Counseling	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Advanced/Careers: "If I Only Knew Then What I Know Now: Successful IHCC Alumni Speak"	IHCC Alumni Board of Directors members share stories of getting where they are now: personal and professional networking, informational inter-views and interview bloopers, lessons in transferring to 4-year schools, and smoothing the road to the future. Students, bring your questions! GM+MD	IHCC Alumni Board of Directors
	Advanced/Services: “Peer Tutoring—Who Needs It?”	Find out what tutoring services are available to IHCC Students and how to access them. smrt	LouAnn Oppitz, Peer Tutoring Coordinator
	Advanced/Services/ Technology: "How To Get Higher Grades on Papers!"	Research shows top students use writing tutors to improve their grades on papers. IHCC has some of the best writing-tutor resources in the state! Find out how to use in-person or fully-online tutoring in several ways to improve your grades on your own papers. smrt	Keith Richter, English & Writing Center. Tim Boyer, Supervisor, Student Support Services
	Basics: “I Need To Know This Chapter for a Test: Turning a Reading into a Study Guide.”	Learn strategies for reading your text. This session is especially helpful for marking ideas for a test. It also shows you strategies for how to read better in preparation for being tested on your reading. smrt	Eleanor Byhre, English and Reading
	*Advanced/Classes: “*Improving Test Taking Abilities (in Science Courses)”	Discover tips for preparing for and taking exams based on the work of Daniel D. Chiras, PhD. of the University of Denver. While this session will consider science courses, the information is applicable to students in any course that has formal, written assessments. smrt	James Schneider, Biology
	*Basics/Math*: “How to Succeed in Math & Be Happy (at Least Some of the Time!)”	View the DVD “Math: A Four Letter Word” to see how others have overcome their fear of math in order to be successful at it, discover math resources at IHCC, and learn other strategies for succeeding at math. smrt	Jan Kamp, Mathematics
	Careers/Depts.: “Using Men-torship To Become a Rock Star in Your Own Field”	Learn the subtle, often unwritten rules of networking with powerful, influential & hard-to-access professionals in all fields.	Chris Zann, IHCC Staff
	Careers/Depts.: “Investigating Careers and Majors,” Part One (Part Two at 11 am)	Unsure about your college major or a career? Overwhelmed by available options? Break through the uncertainty. Explore your interests, and examine academic and occupational choices. Take an Interest Inventory at 9; return at 11 to interpret results! Open to the first 25 students. lab	Rob Harris, Counselor and Sarah Hover, Career Services Director
	*Class*: “Good Writing is Good Writing!”	Do different disciplines have different rules for writing? Find out what writing techniques and styles cross all disciplines—and the few that don’t!	Dave Page, English/Journalism
	*Health:* “Zen and the Art of Stress Management”	You don’t have to be a Master to learn from Zen. Find out how Zen was popularized by the Beats, hippies, artists & intellectuals, & how Minnesota became a U.S. Zen capital. Experience how 10-20 min. of Zen sitting & breathing helps stress survival and improves physical & mental health! smrt	Pat Darling, English
	*$mart Money:* “Protecting Your Most Valuable Possession: Your Identity"	Identity theft of a little info—an address, birth date, or SS or credit card # —can let a thief acquire phony credit cards or phone lines, siphon $$ from your bank accounts, get a mortgage, and give you a criminal record. Learn how to lessen the risk of being a victim and recover your identity. MT smrt	Bill Gosiger, Mediator, Consumer Serv. Div., Office of Minn. Attorney General
	$mart Money: “Wise Use of Credit Cards” (Also at 11:00)	It's more important than ever to understand credit–who needs it, why they need it, and how to get it. Learn how to build or rebuild a good credit history and how to avoid costly credit pitfalls. Learn the significance of the credit report and score and your rights and responsibilities. MT smrt	Sharon Vandehoef & Jody Hencier, Heartland Credit Union
	Smart Money: “Textbook Affordability” (Also at 12:15)	Federal and state laws give you the right to know about textbook costs and availability. The Inver Hills Bookstore staff is happy to offer this session educating and informing you about what your own choices are for making your textbooks more affordable. MT smrt	Susan Rasmussen, IHCC Bookstore
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 10:00-10:50 am	PRESENTER	ROOM
10:00- 10:50 am It is okay to enter sessions late or leave early. Choose your event from these options.	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Food: Free Coffee & Donuts	In Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby while they last!	Inver Hills College	HH Lobby
	Food: Free Popcorn.	In Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby 10:00 am-1:00 pm.	IHCC Tutoring Center	HH Lobby
	Book Discounts 8-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore	By Cafeteria
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for "Banned Books Wk." and "Hispanic Heritage Month"!	Library Staff	Library Display
	Academic Counseling: “Got Direction?” (10 am-4 pm)	Ask a Counselor to help plan your stay at Inver or beyond. Just walk in anytime at the Counseling/Career Development Center.	Academic Counselors	2^nd Floor, College Center
	Tutoring: Writing Tutors 9-4	Do you need help with your papers? Bring them to the Writing Center.	Writing Center Tutors	2^nd Fl. Library
	Main Keynote: “Transforming Adversity: Overcoming Obstacles To Achieve Success!”	Feeling helpless? Hopeless? Adversity getting you down? Don’t waste time asking, “Why me?” Instead, help yourself and others achieve confidence, composure and clarity by defeating stress, burnout and frustration. Jermaine will teach you how to turn your failures into seeds of greatness. (Repeated at 6 pm. Also see 11:15 am "Keynote Follow-up Session" and 2:30 pm "Leadership Workshop" for more with this speaker.)	Nationally-known Keynote Speaker Jermaine Davis	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Basics/Class/Time: “Test Anxiety!!!!!”	Does the thought of taking a test scare you? This session will show you some strategies for successfully preparing for and taking tests.	Julie Stenberg, Reading/English
	*Academic Planning:* “AS Degree Students in Business, Accounting, or CNT” (10:00)	Academic planning sessions keep you ON COURSE to earn your degree! Work with IHCC Counselors to create a plan for degree completion. There are six sessions today for five different groups—see title to left.	LeAnn Schmidt, Counseling
	Class/Cultures/Travel: “Global Educational Opportunities”	Have an itch to learn while traveling? Students will hear about several different kinds of global travel opportunities at IHCC—from semester abroad programs to 10-day educational tours. Come with questions. smrt	Dave Berger, Sociology; Judy DeBoer, Commun.; Dave Page, English
	*Class/Time:* "How To Survive Online!?!"	What are differences between using D2L, text messages, and email? How can you avoid even the hint of academic dishonesty on D2L? How can you best read the syllabus, assignments, and course content, and follow instructions? How do you develop good study habits and a schedule? smrt	Jennifer Joffee, Art; Ellen Lansky, English
	*Health/Services:* “Inver’s Nautilus & Fitness Equipment”	Join us for a group orientation that will show you how to use the Nautilus and fitness equipment at Inver Hills College!	Tom Johnson, Recreation Staff
	Class/Time: "Seven Habits of Successful Students"	What do your teachers think students need for success in college and life? This session will discuss faculty response to a survey.	Connie Manos-Andrea, Psychology
	$mart Money: “Uncovering the Myths about Financial Aid” (also at 8:00)	Have you said to yourself, “I’ll never qualify for financial aid,” “All loans are bad,” or “The financial aid process is just too complicated!” Discover why these thoughts are myths preventing you from getting the financial resources that are available to you. MT smrt	John Pogue, Financial Aid
	*$mart Money:* “Beware of Fraud & Scams!”	“You have just won a fabulous dream vacation! To award it, I just need your credit card and social security # for verification.” Have you been offered this or another deal too good to be true? Learn how to recognize the many scams run by crooks willing to tell you anything MT smrt	Bill Gosiger, Mediator, Consumer Serv. Div., Office of Minn. Attorney General
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants
	Nursing: “Hat Papers— Paper Hats—Hat Papers”	Semester One Nursing Program students should bring the HAT paper project documents (pages 257 through 281) from the NURS 1025 course pack. Come and enjoy learning about the HAT paper project! 60+, doc. cam.	Maureen Marshall and Kim Kvale, Nursing

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 11:00-11:45 am	PRESENTER	ROOM
11:00- 11:45 am - See also next page. See also previous page. 11:00- 11:45 am It is okay to enter sessions late or leave early. Choose your event from these options. 11:00- 11:45 am	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Food: Free Popcorn.	In Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby 10:00 am-1:00 pm.	IHCC Tutoring Center	HH Lobby
	Note: Lunch starts 11:45	Free pizza and pop 11:45-12:30 in CC building Cafeteria while they last! (See also “Culture” below for a non-food, fasting alternate.)	Inver Hills College	CC Cafeteria
	Book Discounts 8 am-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore	Behind Cafeteria
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for "Banned Books Wk." and "Hispanic Heritage Month"!	Library Staff	Library Display
	Academic Counseling: “Got Direction?” (10 am-4 pm)	Ask a Counselor to help plan your stay at Inver or beyond. Just walk in anytime at the Counseling/Career Development Center.	Academic Counselors	2^nd Floor, College Center
	Tutoring: Writing Tutors 9-4	Do you need help with your papers? Bring them to the Writing Center.	Writing Center Tutors	2^nd Fl. Library
	Clubs: Student Club Tables	What student organizations interest you? Find out 11 am-2 pm.	Student Clubs	HH main hall
	Civic Engagement Fair: “How To Get Involved" (11 am-1 pm)	Meet national and local gov't/nongov't service learning, volunteer, & in-ternship representatives of AmeriCorps, Big Brothers/Sisters, Oxfam, et. al.	Civic Engagement Teaching Circle	On the Mall Rain CC Green Rm.
	Poster Display: “Self-help Groups at Inver” (11 am-12:30 pm)	This informational event will feature a group of posters with students present to explain them. Learn about self-help groups at Inver that provide beneficial services to you and your family members. V.K.	HSER Group Processes Students	Heritage Hall Lobby
	Keynote Follow-up Session, 11:10 am: “Talk with Key-noter Jermaine Davis.	After the keynote presentation 10-11 am, stay in the Theater with Jermaine 11:10-11:45 for follow-up discussion and questions. (Also see his 2 pm Workshop" & 6 pm repeat of his 10 am keynote.)	Jermaine Davis. Facilitator: Greg Dahlstrom, Reading/Eng.	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Advanced/Clubs: “What is PTK Honor Society? An Orientation for Potential & New Members”	You can join the largest honor society in the USA if you have a 3.25 GP, 1 sem. of 3.5, & 12 cr. at Inver. Add PTK to resumes & transcripts, access more scholarships, and consider volunteer work! (also at 5:15 pm). smrt	PTK Co-Presidents & Other Officers
	Advanced/Disciplines: "The AFA Degree and How to Do Well in Art Courses"	Join us to learn how to earn an AFA—Associate in Fine Arts—degree at Inver Hills. Discover what classes you need, how to transfer the degree to 4-year colleges and which ones, and possible careers in the art field.	Jennifer Joffee & Wendy Olson, Fine Arts
	*Basics*: “Stress and the College Student”	Stress: Can anything good come of it? This session gives practical tips for reducing stress and using it to our advantage both as a college student and in everyday living. (For both Nursing and non-Nursing students.) smrt	Diane Elifrits & Judy Hubal, Nursing
	Careers/Depts.: “Investigating Careers and Majors,” Part Two (Part One was at 9 am.)	Unsure about your college major or a career? Overwhelmed by available options? Break through the uncertainty. Explore your interests, and examine academic and occupational choices. Take an Interest Inventory at 9; return at 11 to interpret results! Open to first 25 students reg. at 9 am. lab	Rob Harris, Counselor and Sarah Hover, Career Services Director
	*Careers/Depts.*: "Dr. Who? Traveling Through Different Options in Psychology"	Psychology is more than couches and white lab coats. Please join us as we share our experiences, observations, and research about working in the many different areas of psychology. Bring your questions! smrt	Jason Kaufman & Connie Manos-Andreas, Psychology
	Careers/Depts.: "How To Do Poster Projects"	Poster presentations are a popular tool in science research and clinical settings. They efficiently communicate ideas to audiences using both visuals and text. Come and learn how to turn a topic into an organized poster using steps: design planning, production, and oral presentation! h317	Heather Brient-Johnson, Biology; Judy Chamberlain, Chemistry
	*Class/Discipline*: “How to Succeed in Biology 1120: Exploring Biology"	"Exploring Biology" is a challenging course. Many don't pass it at first. This session offers strategies to survive and excel in this course. A panel will discuss successful strategies and answer questions. Smrt-50+	Nat Hemstad & Tanya Smutka, Biology; Biology Students & Tutors
	Class/Service/Travel: “What Does Inver Have in Common with Hurricanes? (Katrina—The Rest of the Story)"	Would you like to go on IHCC's annual hurricane re-construction trip to help rebuild after Katrina? Are you up for an adventure in making a real difference in the largest IHCC Service Learning project? Join us (stu-dents, faculty, and staff are welcome) to learn about our May '09 trip. smrt	Cheryl Redinger & Tom Reis, Human Services
	Clubs: “Unmasking Myths & Stereotypes about College”	Join us for a student panel discussion for first year students to examine myths and stereotypes students have about college. G.J.	Black Student Union
	*$mart Money:* “How to Prepare an Award Winning Scholarship Application “ (also at 1:00)	Learn about scholarships that are available for Inver Hills students! In addition, learn how to find scholarships on the web and in the community. Tips on filling out scholarship applications and insights about the evaluation process will be shared. MT smrt	Mary Dimick, IH Foundation; Amanda Jaworski, IHCC Access and Opportunity Center
	*Cultures/Class:* “Film Gran Turino with Hmong Speaker Afterward” (11 am-2 pm—okay to enter late)	See an excellent inner-city and Oscar-contending drama about racism, Gran Turino, with Clint Eastwood and breakout performances by Hmong actors. Afterward, discuss the film with a speaker from the Hmong Community Center. Pizza will be served. smrt	Laura Funke, English; & Laurel Watt, Reading. Sponsored by Multicultural Affairs Committee & LCOM
	Services: “What’s Great To Read next?”	Take a break from studies and join the Inver librarians for an informal talk about which books to read for fun—including fiction and graphic novels. We’ll share our favorite reads and would enjoy hearing about yours.	Brenda Besser, Library
	$mart Money: “Wise Use of Credit Cards” (Also at 9:00)	It's more important than ever to understand credit–who needs it, why they need it, and how to get it. Learn how to build or rebuild a good credit history and how to avoid costly credit pitfalls. Learn the significance of the credit report and score and your rights and responsibilities. MT smrt	Sharon Vandehoef & Jody Hencier, Heartland Credit Union
	$mart Money: “Jump Start your Saving for the Future” (Also at 12:15)	Learn how saving just a little money now can turn into more money in the future. This is an interactive seminar on how to get your money working harder for you at an early age. MT smrt	Stacey Brown & Edward Jones, Financial Advisors
	*Technology:* "How To Succeed in CNT – Computer Networking Technology" (Also at 6 pm)	If you are a current CNT students or interested in learning more about the CNT program, come to a Q-&-A session about the CNT program. This also will be an advising session regarding which courses to enroll in for spring semester 2010 in order to ensure your timely graduation. B109	Dave Pickens, Computer Networking
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants
	*Nursing*: “Nursing Survival Guide 101—for Success in Your First Year of Nursing”	A panel of 3rd and 4^th term students, Nursing faculty, and a Counselor will address what to expect and strategies that improve nursing students’ performance. Coffee and fresh, warm donuts will be provided! smrt	Ann Elliott, Nursing. Kathy Schur, Counseling. Nursing Students
	*Paralegal:* “Legal Education & Networking!” (11:15-12:15)	Education is the Key to Achievement… and so is Networking!	Paralegal Department

11:45-12:15: LUNCH. Free pizza and pop in the Cafeteria. Meat and non-meat pizza available.
(Serving will continue to 12:30 pm or until the pizza is gone.)

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 12:15 noon-12:55 pm	PRESENTER	ROOM
12:15- 12:55 pm It is okay to enter sessions late or leave early. 12:15- 12:55 pm	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Clubs: Student Club Tables	What student organizations interest you? Find out 11 am-2 pm.	Student Clubs	HH main hall
	Food: Free Lunch 11:45-12:30.	Free pizza and pop in the CC building Cafeteria while they last!	Inver Hills College	CC Cafeteria
	Food: Free Popcorn.	In Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby 10:00 am-1:00 pm.	IHCC Tutoring Center	HH Lobby
	Academic Counseling: “Got Direction?” (10 am-4 pm)	Ask a Counselor to help plan your stay at Inver or beyond. Just walk in anytime at the Counseling/Career Development Center.	Academic Counselors	2^nd Floor, College Center
	Book Discounts 8 am-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore	Behind Cafeteria
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for “Banned Books Wk.” & “Hispanic Heritage Month”!	Library Staff	Library Display
	Tutoring: Writing Tutors 9-4	Do you need help with your papers? Bring them to the Writing Center.	Writing Center Tutors	2^nd Fl. Library
	Civic Engagement Fair: “How To Get Involved" (11 am-1 pm)	Meet national and local gov't/nongov't service learning, volunteer, & in-ternship representatives of AmeriCorps, Big Brothers/Sisters, Oxfam, et. al.	Civic Engagement Teaching Circle	On the Mall Rain CC Green Rm.
	Poster Display: “Self-help Groups at Inver” (11 am-12:30 pm)	This informational event will feature a group of posters with students present to explain them. Learn about self-help groups at Inver that provide beneficial services to you and your family members. V.K.	HSER Group Processes Students	Heritage Hall Lobby
	*Academic Planning:* “AS Degree in Human Services”	Academic planning sessions keep you ON COURSE to earn your degree! Work with IHCC Counselors to create a plan for degree completion. There are six sessions today for five different groups—see title to left.	LeAnne Schmidt, Counseling	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Basics: “Reading in College— How To Keep Up!”	Do you have a thousand pages to read this week? Are you feeling a little overwhelmed by the size of your college texts and your instructors’ expectations? Here are some tips.	Greg Dahlstrom, Reading
	*Basics/Math*: “How to Succeed in Math & Be Happy (at Least Some of the Time!)”	View the DVD “Math: A Four Letter Word” to see how others have overcome their fear of math in order to be successful at it, discover math resources at IHCC, and learn other strategies for succeeding at math. smrt	Jan Kamp, Mathematics
	*Careers/Disciplines* (12:30-2:00 pm): “Writing, Record-ing, & “Producing Music with World Class Musicians”	Twin Cities songwriter, musician, engineer, and record producer Chris Zann shares aspects of his 32-year career of writing, recording, performing and playing with 15 Grammy winners, and renowned Minneapolis, L.A., Nashville & New York session players.	Chris Zann, Veteran Songwriter & Music Producer
	Class/Time: “What Should You Do if Your Instructor Sucks?”	This interactive session highlights differences in learning and teaching styles. It emphasizes practical strategies to use when the two don’t match. Before you join us, please reflect on different teaching styles you’ve experienced—and how they relate to your own learning styles. 60	Dave Berger, Sociology
	*Clubs/Arts:* “Latin Dishes and Dance!”	Come join us noon-1 pm for a variety of Latin foods and something to drink. Stay and learn to dance—merengue, bachata, and salsa! BG dbl-rm, smrt, setup 11:30-1:30	Spanish Club
	*Cultures/Class:* “Film Gran Turino with Hmong Speaker Afterward” (11 am-2 pm—okay to enter late)	See an excellent inner-city and Oscar-contending drama about racism, Gran Turino, with Clint Eastwood and breakout performances by Hmong actors. Afterward, discuss the film with a speaker from the Hmong Community Center. Pizza will be served. smrt	Laura Funke, English; & Laurel Watt, Reading. Sponsored by Multicultural Affairs Committee & LCOM
	*Clubs:* “Exploring the Benefits of Joining the Sociology Club”	This informational session is being hosted by Sociology Instructors who want to establish a Sociology Club on the IHCC campus. Students are invited to attend this informational session to learn more about the personal and professional benefits of joining the Sociology Club. Refreshments will be served. smrt	Sociology Instructors
	Smart Money: “Textbook Affordability” (Also at 9:00)	Federal and state laws give you the right to know about textbook costs and availability. The Inver Hills Bookstore staff is happy to offer this session educating and informing you about what your own choices are for making your textbooks more affordable. MT smrt	Susan Rasmussen, IHCC Bookstore
	$mart Money: “Jump Start your Saving for the Future” (Also at 11:00)	Learn how saving just a little money now can turn into more money in the future. This is an interactive seminar on how to get your money working harder for you at an early age. MT smrt	Stacey Brown & Edward Jones, Financial Advisors
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants
	*Nursing:* “Medical Dosages Review Sessions”	This session is intended for students who are attending medical dosages (INTS 1080) this semester. We will concentrate on answering student questions.	Anita Lesmeister, Nursing
	*Paralegal:* “The Attorney’s Electronic Office” 12:00-1:00	What an Attorney Wants You to Know about Today’s Electronic Law Office	Paralegal Program

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 1:00-1:50 pm	PRESENTER	ROOM
1:00- 1:50 pm Choose your event from these options. It is okay to enter sessions late or leave early. 1:00- 1:50 pm	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Clubs: Student Club Tables	What student organizations interest you? Find out 11 am-2 pm.	Student Clubs	HH main hall
	Food: Free Lunch 12-1 or 1:30	Free pizza and pop in the Cafeteria if anything is left!	Inver Hills College	CC Cafeteria
	Academic Counseling: “Got Direction?” (10 am-4 pm)	Ask a Counselor to help plan your stay at Inver or beyond. Just walk in anytime at the Counseling/Career Development Center.	Academic Counselors	2^nd Floor, College Center
	Book Discounts 8 am-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore	Behind Cafeteria
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for “Banned Books Wk.” and “Hispanic Heritage Month”!	Library Staff	Library Display
	Tutoring: Writing Tutors 9-4	Do you need help with your papers? Bring them to the Writing Center.	Writing Center Tutors	2^nd Fl. Library
	Advanced/Class: “Researching and Writing: It Can Be Fun!” (1-2:30 pm)	Discussion of the research and writing methods I am using to complete a nonfiction book entitled Malice, Madness, & Mayhem: an Eclectic Collection of American History, combining history and true crime with extensive research in American history. smrt	Beverly Roath, Author	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Basics/English: “How to Pass the ENG 99 Final Portfolio”	Are you confused about ENG 99 Final Portfolio? Attend this session to learn what is expected for the ENG 99 Final Portfolio—with plenty of time for questions and answers. smrt	Ben Kiely, English
	Careers/Depts.: "How To Write a Resume That Gets Noticed!"	Whether you are developing your first resume or sprucing up an old one, this session will provide you with the guidelines and information needed for creating a resume that will stand out. Topics will range from tips for writing resume content to formatting and style ideas. smrt or ovrhd	Elizabeth Kellett, IHCC Writing Center
	*Careers/Disciplines* (12:30-2 pm): “Writing, Recording & “Producing Music with World Class Musicians”	Twin Cities songwriter, musician, engineer, and record producer Chris Zann shares aspects of his 32-year career of writing, recording, performing and playing with 15 Grammy winners, and renowned Minneapolis, L.A., Nashville & New York session players.	Chris Zann, Veteran Songwriter & Music Producer
	*Class:* “Oooo—Shiny!!! How to Beat Visual and Other Distractions”	Having trouble studying? Find your mind wandering when you should be doing homework? We can give you tips and tricks to keep you focused and on the ball. Just follow our simple instructions. smrt	Margaret Foley, Kenneth Chng, Dave Devney & Elizabeth Peterson, IHCC Students
	*Advanced/Class:* “Women’s Studies & Gender Studies: What Does It Take for a Major or Minor?”	IHCC is developing Women’s/Gender Studies. Learn what a major or minor in Women’s/Gender Studies is, and why law enforcement, nursing, human resources, business, and other majors need to have exposure to it. Discover why Feminism is for everyone in this interactive session! smrt	Pat Darling & Mary Petrie, English
	*Careers/Depts.:* “Some Other Green Careers”	Want to work to save the planet, but you don’t want to climb a wind tower in a blizzard, or play with electricity? Look into other career paths that can contribute to a sustainable future.	Laurine Ford, Biology
	*Class:* “Reading Faster in College”	Learn how to process reading as a skill, step by step. Discover how to preview and skim in a few easy steps. Also learn a little about spread reading and some of its steps.	Katie Jones & Christine McCarthy, IHCC Students
	*Clubs/Culture:* “Breaking Down Stereotype Barriers” (1:00-2:30)	We all have stereotypes about different students that come from different cultures. International club students will represent their country to educate you about stereotypes. By attending this discussion, you may find out more about the student that is sitting next to you. Come and find out if your stereotype is true.	International Club
	*Cultures/Careers:* “The Film The Bill Sackter Story with Discussion Afterward” (1:00-3:00 pm)	Bill Sackter spent 40 years in the Faribault State Hospital from the age of 6, abandoned as a supposed imbecile. This positive film is a must see for those entering the helping professions. Sackter discovers he is educable and with support of people around him, becomes a hero. smrt	Vicky Knickerbocker, Sociology
	*Cultures/Class:* “Film Gran Turino with Hmong Speaker Afterward” (11 am-2 pm—okay to enter late)	See an excellent inner-city and Oscar-contending drama about racism, Gran Turino, with Clint Eastwood and breakout performances by Hmong actors. Afterward, discuss the film with a speaker from the Hmong Community Center. Pizza will be served. smrt	Laura Funke, English; & Laurel Watt, Reading. Sponsored by Multicultural Affairs Committee & LCOM
	*Health:* “Smart and Safe Dating”	Discover what a healthy relationship looks like, warning signs of a danger-ous one, and how to get help (or help someone you know ) in abusive relationships. Learn about sexual violence & how you can support indi-viduals through interning or volunteering at Comm. Action Council. CR reg	Callie Olson, HSER Intern, Elizabeth Stai, Service Learning Volunteer
	Health/Careers, 1:00-2:30: “Save a Life! Learn CPR!”	Come for 1 session—or all 3. 1-2:30: “Adult CPR & Automatic External Defibrillator.” 2:30-3:30: “First Aid.” 3:30-5: “Child/infant CPR.” Take all 3 classes & sign up for a written test for official certification. An official American Heart Assoc. CPR card is $15 for costs: please have a check or cash ready. (Nursing’s “Health Care Prof.” Certific. requires additional work.)	EHS Student Association
	$mart Money: “Young and “Fabulous on a Budget” (Also at 8:00)	Do you want to live a fabulous lifestyle but on a realistic budget? With smart spending, you can have the lifestyle you desire. This interactive session will help you examine priorities and begin to set financial goals enabling you to become a smarter spender. MT smrt	Nicole Bietz, Counseling; Sarah Hover, Dir., Career & Employment Services
	*$mart Money:* “How to Prepare an Award Winning Scholarship Application “ (Also at 11:00)	Learn about scholarships that are available for Inver Hills students! In addition, learn how to find scholarships on the web and in the community. Tips on filling out scholarship applications and insights about the evaluation process will be shared. MT smrt	Mary Dimick, IH Foundation; Amanda Jaworski, IHCC Access and Opportunity Center
	*Technology/Careers:* “How To Get the High- paying, Interesting IT Job You Want” (1:00-2:30)	Know anyone with a great IT education, but no job? Discover the secret to graduating with key attributes employers want. Learn the “3 G’s” to acquire the personal effectiveness and technical skills in highest demand. Leave with a personal action plan for creating a fabulous future. lab	Kate Southwick, Dir. Students Relations, Center for Strategic IT & Security
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants
	Paralegal: “Tips for Winning Jobs/Resumes” (1:00-2:00)	Discover interviewing, networking, and drafting tips for winning jobs and resumes.	Paralegal Program

Note: “HH” is Heritage Hall, “B” is the Business building, “CC” is the College Center (and Cafeteria), and “LA” is the Liberal Arts building. See the map on page 1.

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 2:00-5:00 pm	PRESENTER	ROOM
2:00- 3:00 pm Choose your event from these options. It is okay to enter sessions late or leave early. 2:00-3:00	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Book Discounts 8 am-4:30 pm	25% off today only on all reference books, bar charts, and SuperReviews!	IHCC Bookstore	Behind Cafeteria
	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for “Banned Books Wk.” & “Hispanic Heritage Month”!	Library Staff	Library Display
	Tutoring: Writing Tutors 9-4	Do you need help with your papers? Bring them to the Writing Center.	Writing Center Tutors	2^nd Fl. Library
	Academic Counseling: “Got Direction?” (10 am-4 pm)	Ask a Counselor to help plan your stay at Inver or beyond. Just walk in anytime at the Counseling/Career Development Center.	Academic Counselors	2^nd Floor, College Center
	Keynoter’s Leadership Workshop: “Creating Organizational Synergy through Diversity Competence: Understanding & Communicating Effectively with Others”	Be diversity competent! Bring out the academic, individual, and professional best in people. Develop attitudinal, behavioral and communication skills that allow individuals, teams, and organizations to live and work more cohesively together. Diversity competence encompasses more than gender and race. It is the ability to communicate effectively across cultural lines. Boost team morale and contribute to a safe and welcoming school and work environment. An interactive workshop. (Also see “Keynotes” at 10 am and 6 pm, and the 11:15 am “Follow Up.”)	Nationally-known Keynote Speaker Jermaine Davis	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	*Advanced/Arts/Culture*: “Banned Books Week: “Free People Read Freely”	Celebrate the 1st Amendment by listening to readings from several me of 42 banned/challenged classics in “Radcliffe’s “Top 100 20^th-Cent. Novels.” Many were required in h.s. Who knew you were reading “dangerous” literature? Home-baked refreshments and door prizes will be provided!	Various Readers. Facilitators: Laurel Watt, Reading; Keith Richter, English
	Advanced/Class: “Researching and Writing: It Can Be Fun!” (1-2:30 pm)	Discussion of the research and writing methods I am using to complete a nonfiction book entitled Malice, Madness, & Mayhem: an Eclectic Collection of American History, combining history and true crime with extensive research in American history. smrt	Beverly Roath, Author
	*Academic Planning:* “AA Degree and/or Transfer Students”	Academic planning sessions keep you ON COURSE to earn your degree! Work with IHCC Counselors to create a plan for degree completion. There are six sessions today for five different groups—see title to left.	LeAnne Schmidt, Counseling
	*Clubs/Culture:* “Breaking Down Stereotype Barriers” (1:00-2:30)	We all have stereotypes about different students that come from different cultures. International club students will represent their country to educate you about stereotypes. By attending this discussion, you may find out more about the student that is sitting next to you. Come and find out if your stereotype is true.	International Club
	*Cultures/Careers:* “The Film The Bill Sackter Story with Discussion Afterward” (1:00-3:00—okay to enter late)	Bill Sackter spent 40 years in the Faribault State Hospital from the age of 6, abandoned as a supposed imbecile. This positive film is a must see for those entering the helping professions. Sackter discovers he is educable and with support of people around him, becomes a hero. smrt	Vicky Knickerbocker, Sociology
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants
	*Paralegal:* “ECF Training” 2:00-3:00	Training for Electronic Document Filing – Tools for Tomorrow	Paralegal Program
2:30-5:30	Health/Careers, 2:30-3:30: “Save a Life! Learn CPR!”	Come for 1 session—or all 3. 1-2:30: “Adult CPR & Automatic External Defibrillator.” 2:30-3:30: “First Aid.” 3:30-5: “Child/infant CPR.” Take all 3 classes & sign up for a written test for official certification. An official American Heart Assoc. CPR card is $15 for costs: please have a check or cash ready. (Nursing’s “Health Care Prof.” Certificate requires additional work.)	EHS Student Association
	*Academic Planning:* “ AS Degree Students in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice” *3:00-4:00*	These academic planning sessions will help you stay ON COURSE to earning your degree! Work with the IHCC Counselors to create a plan for degree completion. There are 5 sessions today for four different groups—see title to left.)	LeAnne Schmidt, Counseling
	*Basics: “Stress and the College Student” 3:30-4:30*	Stress: Can anything good come of it? This session will give practical tips for reducing stress and using it to our advantage both as a college student and in everyday living. This session is for both Nursing and non-Nursing students. smrt	Diane Elifrits & Judy Hubal, Nursing
	Arts: “SSD Rocks – Live Band!” *3:30-5:00*	Listen to the band The Heartbreakers. This group combines sounds to produce a high level of musicianship and riveting music! (Pizza available afterward at 5 pm in the HH lobby.)	The Heartbreakers. Facilitator: Anthony Titus, Music
	Health/Careers, 3:30-5:00: “Save a Life! Learn CPR!”	Come for 1 session—or all 3. 1-2:30: “Adult CPR & Automatic External Defibrillator.” 2:30-3:30: “First Aid.” 3:30-5: “Child/infant CPR.” Take all 3 classes & sign up for a written test for official certification. An official American Heart Assoc. CPR card is $15 for costs: please have a check or cash ready. (Nursing’s “Health Care Prof.” Certificate requires additional work.)	EHS Student Association
	*Biology: 9 am-5 pm*	Open Microbiology Lab for Micro Students Only (Anita Schneider)	Lab Assistants
	*Paralegal:* “2010 Spring Internship Meeting” *4:30-5:30*	Paralegal Internship Meeting for 2010 Spring Interns	Sally Dahlquist, Director

Interested in SSD Online 24/7? Check out our links and lessons at the bottom of this Schedule!

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 5:00-5:55 pm	PRESENTER	ROOM
5:00- 5:55 pm	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Food: Free Supper 5:00-6:05	Free pizza and pop in Heritage Hall main-floor Lobby while they last!	Inver Hills College	HH Lobby
	Clubs: Student Club Tables	What student organizations interest you? Find out 5-6:30 pm.	Student Clubs	HH main hall
5-9 pm	Library Books 8 am-9 pm	Visit the Library for "Banned Books Wk." and "Hispanic Heritage Month"!	Library Staff	Library Display
See also previous page. 5:15- 5:55 pm Choose your event from these options.	*(5:15 pm) Advanced:* "The Power of Memory: It's All in Your Mnemonics!"	Come learn what mnemonics are, and walk out of this session with practical knowledge about how to use several methods. The more you use, the better your memory will become!	Jan Ochman, Psychology	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Advanced/Class: “Researching and Writing: It Can Be Fun!” (5:15-6:45 pm)	Discussion of the research and writing methods I am using to complete a nonfiction book entitled Malice, Madness, & Mayhem: an Eclectic Collection of American History, combining history and true crime with extensive research in American history. smrt	Beverly Roath, Author
	*(5:15 pm) Advanced/Clubs:* “What is PTK Honor Society? An Orientation for Potential & New Members”	You can join the largest honor society in the USA if you have a 3.25 GP, 1 sem.of 3.5, & 12 cr. at Inver. Add PTK to resumes & transcripts, access more scholarships, and consider volunteer work! (also at 5:15 pm). smrt	PTK Co-presidents & Other Officers; Vicky Knickerbocker, Co-advisor
	Careers/Depts.: “Get College Credit for What You Know.”	Sessions for adult learners: How to get college credit for demonstrating skills and knowledge gained through work and life experiences.	Martha Kudak
	Careers/Depts.: “Using Mentorship To Become a Rock Star in Your Field”	Learn the subtle, often unwritten rules of networking with powerful, influential & hard-to-access professionals.	Chris Zann, IT
	*Class/Cultures/Travel*: “Global Educational Opportunities”	Have an itch to learn while traveling? Students will hear about several different kinds of global travel opportunities at IHCC—from semester abroad programs to 10-day educational tours. Come with questions. smrt	Judy DeBoer, Communication. Dave Page, English
	Class/Math: “Wading through Word Problems”	Does the very thought doing word problems make you want o run from the room? This session will discuss strategies covered in class to help you succeed in solving word problems. Content is geared toward Math 94 students, but others are also welcome. smrt	Amy Pantzer, Math
	*$mart Money:* “How to Read and Repair Your Credit Report”	CNN & Money Magazine say 25% of credit reports have errors bad enough to deny you credit, good loans, and sometimes a job. Learn the back-ground and history of such reports; how to read the 3 major credit reports; and how to correct errors and improve your own credit rating. MT smrt	Brian Kearney, JBS Financial

SSD ONLINE – Ongoing SSD Sessions before, during, and after Student Success Day

TIME		WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION – ONLINE SESSIONS	PRESENTER	ROOM
	24/7/365	*Advanced/Careers/Depts.:* “PowerPoint for Student Presentations”	This web video is a practical introduction to PowerPoint, the Microsoft program for creating visual presentations. It can be important in science & elsewhere. Learn the basics: methods of creating a slide presentation with text and pictures, and tips on making presentations interesting and effective. Start your video by going to http://faculty.inverhills.edu/lford/ and clicking on “PowerPoint for Student Presentations.”	Laurine Ford, Biology	Web
	24/7/365	*Basics/Technology:* “How to Access and Use D2L”	This web video is a practical introduction to using D2L. Are you interested in trying out courses with online content? Most instructors use D2L for online classtime. Learn the basics of D2L so you can expand your scheduling opportunities. Go to http://faculty.inverhills.edu/lford/ to start; then click on “How to Access and Use D2L.”	Laurine Ford, Biology	Web
	24/7/365	*Basics/Advanced/Careers*: "Online Help at Inver Hills' Web Site"	Go to www.inverhills.edu/ssd for basic lessons in how to be a better student, how to start careers or majors, and how to transfer to other schools.	Inver Hills College	Web
	24/7/365	*Basics/Advanced/Careers*: "'College Learning' - A National Web Directory"	Go to www.inverhills.edu/ssd for basic and advanced lessons from 1000+ national web sites on how to be a better student, how to work better in your discipline or major, and how to develop resources for your career.	Hosted by Inver Hills College	Web

AFTER 7 PM, NORMAL EVENING CLASSES RESUME. Check with your teacher or go to your normal evening classroom at 7 pm.

Careers/Depts.: “Using Men-torship To Become a Rock Star in Your Own Field”

Careers/Depts.: “Using Mentorship To Become a Rock Star in Your Field”

TIME	WORKSHOP/EVENT	DESCRIPTION, 6:00-7:00 pm	PRESENTER	ROOM
6:00-7:00	Conferences with Teachers	Make appointments with your teachers to see how you can be more successful in your classes.		Teacher Offices
	Main Keynote: “Transforming Adversity: Overcoming Obstacles To Achieve Success!”	Feeling helpless? Hopeless? Adversity getting you down? Don’t waste time asking, “Why me?” Instead, help yourself and others achieve confidence, composure and clarity by defeating stress, burnout and frustration. Jermaine will teach you how to turn your failures into seeds of greatness. (Repeated from 10 am. Also see 11:15 am "Keynote Follow-up Session" and 2:30 pm "Leadership Workshop" for more with this speaker.)	Nationally-known Keynote Speaker Jermaine Davis	ROOMS: Please register in the Heritage Hall lobby when you arrive, and pick up a printed “Schedule” with room numbers on it.
	Technology: "How To Succeed in CNT – Computer Networking Technology" (Also at 11 am)	If you are a current CNT students or interested in learning more about the CNT program, come to a Q-&-A session about the CNT program. This also will be an advising session regarding which courses to enroll in for spring semester 2010 in order to ensure your timely graduation. B109	Dave Pickens, Computer Networking
	*Paralegal:* “Expert Legal Panel” (6:00-7:00)	Expert Legal Panel Discusses the Legal Profession and Roles of Legal Personnel	Paralegal Program