The Communicator is a forum to keep you posted on upcoming events and information, share our stories, and ignite Maverick pride. A lot has changed over the summer months at LSC-Montgomery and a new semester has begun. With a mix of regular contributors and an open invitation for you to provide content, the Communicator will keep you apprised of what's happening in Maverick Country!
This newsletter will come out monthly during the fall and spring semesters. If you have stories, events or information that you would like to share with LSC-Montgomery employees please contact Brandy Ugent. |
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Theatre, Music & Art
Artist Mayuko Gray explains the inspiration behind her artwork during a reception last week. Upcoming music events and a theatre performance debut this month. Find out more... |
Communication Across the Curriculum
Every Wednesday throughout the semester 3-4 p.m. | Bldg. E, Blue Star C.A.F.E., E-202
Robby discusses his pottery workshop in China. Find out more... |
AVSS has a New Name
Live Entertainment Technology Program
Formerly known as the audio visual systems specialist program, the live entertainment technology program trains students to design, set-up, and operate lighting, video, and audio equipment. Find out more... |
Tales from the Trail
As you "hit the trail" and enjoyed some much-needed time away this summer, some full- and part-time employees as well as students participated in the Summer 2011 Maverick Challenge. Here are some of these "Tales from the Trail." Read more... |
Off and Running
Remember how as a child you'd get off the school bus and run home without a care in the world? Or run around, playing tag with friends? Beverly Mulvey, an administrative assistant at LSC-Montgomery, knows that you, too, can recapture that carefree, playful feeling while being outdoors. Read more... |
Faculty/Staff Lounge
The opening of the Faculty/Staff Lounge (Room E-212) on September 22 was a great success. Dr. Lane, supported by over 100 faculty and staff members participated in the ribbon cutting. Read more... |
Professional Development
Please join us in congratulating and wishing success to the LSC-Montgomery adjunct faculty who have been invited to participate in the Fall 2011 Adjunct Certification Program and see what professional development opportunities are available this month. Find out more... |
Mystery Employee
This month's Mystery Person lives in The Woodlands, but is originally from the New England area, having lived in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts. He/She is happily married with one grown child and one grandson. Think you know who the mystery employee is? Find out if you're right... |
Baby Corner
Over the past year many new babies have been born. We would like to introduce you these bundles of joy. Meet the new additions... |
What's in a Name?
You may have noticed lots of new signs around campus. These are part of a signage overhaul that included names displayed on the exterior of all buildings, new campus and building directories, parking lot signs and more. Just in case you aren't 100 percent familiar with our official building names, here's a refresher:
Commons Building (Building A)
Health Science Center (Building B)
Student Services Center (Building C)
Performing Arts Center (Building D)
Administration Building (Building E)
Library Building (Building F)
General Academic Center (Building G)
Music Hall (Building H)
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New Graduates
It is a pleasure to announce to you that Professor Melanie Hail (Medical Radiologic Technology faculty) completed her master's degree from Sam Houston State University this summer. She graduated with an MEd. degree in Instructional Leadership.
Professor Janet Harris has also completed her Master of Science with a major in Nursing - Nursing Education at Texas Woman's University.
Please join us to congratulate Melanie and Janet for this important accomplishment. |
Drive-Through Flu Shot Event
A drive-through flu shot event is scheduled for Saturday, October 15, at LSC-Montgomery. Volunteers will provide $10 flu vaccines to the first 400 people (3-years-old and up) who arrive between 9 a.m. and Noon.
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Off to Their Best Start!
Students in Heidi McDonald's (third from left) EDUC 1300 class enjoy pizza and free "Best Start" promotional materials during a Best Start awareness event last week. Students in EDUC 1300 use the Best Start philosophy to ensure a successful semester as they transition into college-level coursework. |
Lyceum Speaker Series
Dr. Jesus "Chuy" Negrete
Oct. 25 | 12 -1 p.m., Bldg. H, Recital Hall
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month LSC-Montgomery Lyceum Speaker Series has invited Dr. Jesus "Chuy" Negrete to speak. Find out more... |
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Justin LeBlanc | Student Life
See what's happening in the Office of Student Life. Justin LeBlanc & Jon McConnell are playing in the Acoustic Caf�, there's a Halloween Costume Contest, Volunteer Fair, Tailgate Party and a Student's Open Mic. Come join the fun... |
Writers in Performance
Oct. 20 | 7 p.m., Bldg F, Library
Jan Reid is a veteran writer-at-large for Texas Monthly and has contributed dozens of articles to Esquire, GQ, Slate, Men's Journal, Garden & Gun, the New York Times, and many other leading publications. Also included in his works are nine highly-praised nonfiction books. |
StarTech Symposium
Oct 20-22
StarTech Symposium is a four-day technology trends event that includes a community job fair on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; the NanoTech Workshop, on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 12-5 p.m.; the High Tech Conference on Friday, Oct. 21, from 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; and an Algae Certification Workshop, on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Find out more... |
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EMPLOYEE OF
THE MONTH Congratulations to: MAY Martha Neely JUNE Katie Halbert AUGUST June Welch SEPTEMBER Donald Bradfield OCTOBER Adam Martinez |
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