Spring/Summer 2008:
A second chance to get in a closed section
Macomb has introduced an electronic “waitlist” system that sends an alert if a spot opens in a previously closed section. Each waitlist is built on a first-come, first-served basis. If a seat in a closed section becomes available, an email is sent to the student at the top of the list usually during the early morning hours. The student has until the expiration date and time indicated in the email to register for the course. If the student does not register for the section by that time, his or her name is dropped from the list, and the next student is invited to register. Students may add their name to more than one waitlist, and, once enrolled in a previously closed section, a student’s name is automatically removed from other waitlists for the same course.
Agreement covers six health services programs
Macomb’s Department of Health and Human Services has entered into a transfer agreement with the Oakland University School of Health Sciences to assure a smooth transfer of credits between the two schools. The agreement covers the following associate’s degree programs offered by Macomb: health information technology, medical assistant, occupational therapy assistant, physical therapist assistant, respiratory therapy and surgical technology. Credits earned in any of these six programs at Macomb can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree in a related field from Oakland.
New building/new health services programs
When the college opens its new Health Science and Technology (HST) building at Center Campus in fall 2008, it will offer two new health services programs in fields where employment opportunities continue to grow. Macomb is adding programs that will lead to Associate of Applied Science degrees in nuclear medical technologist and medical laboratory technician. Development of these curriculums followed a community survey to determine which health programs were most needed.
A collaborative approach to studying the theater
A new course has been added to the humanities curriculum that should appeal to those students who believe, as William Shakespeare did, that “The play’s the thing.” Theater Arts, HUMN-1300, is a four-credit hour class designed to help students appreciate and understand the theater as a collaborative art form. It will include theater history, production elements, dramatic writing and performance activities.
Chrysler Foundation provides scholarships
The Chrysler Foundation has awarded a $12,000 grant to the Macomb Community College Foundation to provide scholarships to students in Macomb’s business, engineering, product development and information technology programs. The awards are currently available to students enrolling in the fall 2008 semester. To qualify, students must have a 3.0 grade point average. For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office at 445.7228.
Link up with a new best friend
If you are having problems keeping up in your classes, perhaps even facing probation, Macomb’s Student Success Services, located in the South and Center Campus Learning Centers, could become your new best friend. At both centers, you will find free tutoring services in a variety of subjects including math, science and English, as well as student success seminars and workshops that can help you become a better student in all your classes. A sampling of seminars and workshops include: Computer Skills, Time Management, Note Taking Skills, Memory Skills, Motivational and Anti-Procrastination Skills, Stress Management and Critical Thinking Skills. For a listing of those available this summer, check out the Learning Center link on the college’s website, www.macomb.edu., or call 586.286.2203 or 586.445.7400.