So, have you applied to your major? You should be ready to hear that particular question when you sit down with your advisor during Advisement Week. The more important question in your head should be if you know the procedure to apply to your major. Do you know? The application process is dramatically different across the majors and the timing varies as well. For example, if you are an Occupational Therapy intended major you must have a 2.8 GPA and a C in all required courses. Did you know, that if you are a Communication or Advertising major you cannot apply to the major your senior year? You also must submit three graded assignments, write an essay explaining your interest in the major and have an interview with faculty members from the department. Faculty will rate you on skills exhibited from the interview and the quality of work submitted. Oh, did I mention you need to earn a GPA of at least 2.8? It is no small task!

Education majors need to have all of their "p's and q's "in order from the get-go. Not only do you need a 2.8 cumulative GPA in both Education and Pathways requirements, but also you need to have taken the PRAXIS exam, taken prerequisite courses, and 50 hours of experience working with children. The English department requires a 2.7 GPA and an interview with faculty in the department; Psychology also requires an interview with the department chair and prerequisite courses completed with a C or higher.

Even the Math department asks for you to submit a letter to explain why you have chosen math as your major and how you plan to complete the major.

Now you are asking yourself, What? Math makes you write an essay to enter the major? Yes. And so do most majors on campus. There is something major about applying to your major. It begins with you knowing what you need to do to apply and organizing and prioritizing your time to ensure you are applying in a timely manner. For more information, talk to your advisor during your advisement session!

Didn't get into your major? Speak with an Academic Advisor to find out your options! Contact advisement@css .edu

All students register online via Banner Web. Sophomore students register online November 4, 2009 from 12:01a.m

For more information about online registration, please go to the Advisement Web page at http://www.css.edu/adviseme.xml

CTA/ART 2777 (4 cr)
World Cinema

Section 053
CRN 60653

Monday: 1730 -1910, BWC 249
Wednesday: 1730 -2000, BWC, 249 (required screenings)

This course meets both the Cultural Diversity and Fine Arts pathways Gen Ed requirements

Description:
World Cinema examines the collision between culture, politics, and art. We will be studying film masterpieces, both classic and contemporary, from significant film movements around the world(non-Hollywood).

PHIL/CTA 3777 (4 cr)
Beauty & Death: Sublime Aesthetics

Section 212
CRN 61449

Tuesday: 1600 -1900, BWC 249 (film screenings)

Monday & Wed.: 1415 -1520, TOWER 3410

This meets the Philosophy pathway Gen Ed requirement

Description:
This course surveys the evolving history of sublime aesthetics across a range of philosophers from ancient to modern times. Feelings of the sublime are considered the most intense aesthetic experience often exceeding our imaginations with complex emotions of beauty and terror. Students will also watch movies on a weekly basis that illustrate the different theories we are discussing throughout the semester.

CTA 4777 (4 cr)
Media Criticism

Section 211
CRN 61450

Tuesday & Thursday: 1400 -1540, BWC 249

Description:
This course examines a range of methods for critically examining mass media.

HSC 1777: Relationships and Society (understanding relationships and why they happen)

Tuesday: 5 -7 p.m. 2 credits)

Instructor: Ed Heisler, Minnesota Men's Action Network and Safe Haven.

This course provides an overview for understanding, examining, and shaping the dynamics of relationships. Students explore norms and elements that are prevalent in society and how they support or prevent healthy relationships. Students use critical thinking to examine how relationships are impacted by different environments and experiences. Students analyze how they may be influenced and influence others in personal and societal relationships, and strategize how they can alter norms to maximize healthy outcomes.

TRS 2777: Introduction to Judaism Thursday, Noon-3:20 p.m. (4 credits)

Instructor: Rabbi Amy Bernstein of Temple Israel, Duluth

This is a unique opportunity to learn from a lively speaker. This course is for anyone interested in Judaism and cross-cultural studies and a must for TRS majors or anyone interested in becoming a TRS major. The course is partially funded from a grant from the Jewish Chautauqua Society.

Are you interested in study abroad and social justice, or thinking of majoring or minoring in Spanish? How about the Semestre en México program for fall, 2010? Besides exploring social justice issues in Mexico and working on your Spanish, each participant has a service-learning placement, providing a fantastic opportunity for learning through doing. Here are the courses that are available for next fall: students take a full load of 18 credits. Additional information and application forms are found at: http://www.css.edu/Academics/Study- Abroad/Mexico-(Semester).html

SPN 1103/1104, or SPN 2150, or SPN 3150 (depending upon proficiency level): Four credits. Spanish conversation and grammar in a small group setting with native-speaking instructors.

LIS 2050: Introduction to Mexico - 2 credits. A course that looks at Mexican history and society with numerous field trips and speakers.

LIS 3250: Voices of the Earth: Indigenous Philosophy and the Environment - 4 credits. Examines indigenous Mexican philosophies human relationships with the environment. Satisfies the Philosophy Pathway of the General Education Program.

LIS 4555: International Internship - 4 credits. This is the service-learning component. In past semesters, students have served in physical and occupational therapy clinics, doctors' clinics, a hospital, an orphanage, a pre-school/kindergarten, and a women's cooperative in a squatter's settlement. Other placements may be possible.

Plus, one additional course to yet be determined.

Besides the Website, you can also contact the following people for information:

Dave Schuettler : dschuett@css.edu
Jay Newcomb: jnewcomb@css.e du
Mary Tanner: mtanner@css.edu

The Bible as Literature from LSC will now be accepted as transfer to fulfill either AD04 or AD10 S

The HECUA programs offer an off-campus experience combining academic study and hands-on work in an internship. Their programs are all interdisciplinary, experiential, and integrated. This means that you will explore topics from a variety of perspectives and then consider how your internship experience connects with the information you learn in class. You earn 16 credits for the semester and financial aid is applicable to these programs. See Dave Schuettler (dschuett@css.edu) in T2124 for more information and registration. Also visit the website at www.hecua.org . Here is the list of the HECUA courses for the Spring semester. The deadline for the international programs is November 1, so you'd need to act quickly on these.

Ecuador - Community Internships in Latin America (CILA):
Applications due Nov. 1.

Explore current issues such as globalization, the environments, and ethnic diversity with a focus on community participation and social change. The program includes a home stay with an Ecuadorean family for the duration. A minimum of two years college-level Spanish is required.

Northern Ireland - Democracy and Social Change:<br> Applications due Nov. 1.

Explore the historical, political, and religious roots of the Northern Ireland conflict and the prospects for peace and social change in the region. The program explores the theoretical approaches to understanding conflict and its transformation. Classes are held at the University of Ulster. THIS PROGRAM IS FULL FOR SPRING, 2010. PLEASE CONSIDER IT FOR SPRING OF 2011.

Scandinavia and Poland - Divided States of Europe:
Applications due Nov. 1

Examine the development of the European Union and its expansion. A key part of the program explores the relationship between the EU and globalization. Most of the time is spent in Norway with a several week visit to Romania to explore the contrasts and similarities between a former Communist state and its transition to capitalism with the Norwegian model. No knowledge of Norwegian or Romanian is required: all coursework is in English.

Twin Cities - City Arts:
Applications due Dec. 1.

This program is based on the notion that artistic expression has the capacity to shape and change society. Explore how art and culture impact communities and how creative works can address social issues and make them visible and real. Students meet with a wide variety of local artists, educators and arts advocates and have an internship that combines the real world with the academic lessons.

Twin Cities - Metro Urban Studies Term (MUST):
Applications due Dec. 1.

Explore the issues of poverty and inequality by studying the economy, housing, education, welfare, government policies, urban sprawl, and racial issues that intertwine to make this a persistent problem. Explore also solutions and participate in an internship that is committed to social transform.

Advisement Week is October 21 - 30, 2009. Please stop by your advisor's office to schedule an advisement appointment. If you do not know who your advisor is, please check Banner Web.

If you have a HOLD indicated on your registration ,you must contact the department issuing the hold immediately. You may not register until that hold is lifted. Holds may include: tuition balance of $500.00 or greater that is not paid, health immunizations are not current, incomplete files, or academic probation. The hold codes are defined on the back of your registration form.

Financial Aid Packages are sometimes determined by the number of credits. If you have too few credits, the College may need to return some of your funding to the federal government. Please ensure you are registering for the proper number of credits to keep your financial aid: 12 credits full time equivalency noted by the College and the federal government, 15 credits needed to receive state grants, 16 credits to stay on the Four Year Pledge.

Each year, students have the opportunity to spend spring semester in Ireland at the College of St. Scholastica's Study Center in Louisburgh, an unspoiled village in County Mayo. Students live in fully furnished holiday cottages on the edge of the village, only a brief walk away from the center of Louisburgh and a 5 minute walk from miles of beautiful beach. Your current financial aid applies to the Ireland trip, and if you live on campus you are waived from your lease for that term.

The College of St. Scholastica and many generous Twin Ports community participants will again be sponsoring the Annual Thanksgiving Day Buffet. This event is open to all residents of the area, but targets those in Duluth/Superior who have financial or physical limitations, or who would otherwise be alone for Thanksgiving. The Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center will again host this year's dinner. Last year the cheerful volunteer staff served over 3,000 eager diners, and delivered 1,000 meals to homebound community residents.

So how can you participate and benefit at the same time?

Raffle tickets are being sold for $1 per ticket, or $10 for 15 tickets at St. Scholastica to raise money for the dinner. You can win a free four credit class next semester for a student in your family enrolled at CSS! Consolation prizes include gift certificates from the campus bookstore, free pizzas, theater tickets, gift certificates from local grocery stores, and much more. Please use the link below and send in your entries soon. Thanksgiving will be upon us before we know it!

Student Support Services is a federally funded program that serves 175 students annually at CSS. The program can assist you with academic achievement, personal development, and career exploration. You may be eligible for SSS if:

To find you if you qualify for SSS please stop by Tower 2150 or call 723-6594

"We all have ability. The difference is how we use it."
Stevie Wonder

What are your abilities? Are you a creator, a communicator, or an analyzer? Are you an organizer, negotiator, or a leader?

If you want assistance identifying your talents, exploring how you would like to use these abilities and discerning how these goals relate to academic majors, Career Services is here to assist! Career Services is located in Tower 2150 (723-6085, www.css.edu/ca reer.xml) and counselors are available to meet with you one-on-one to explore careers and majors. Stop by today to set up an appointment and start the process.

HSC 2777 Hatha Yoga Contact: Tad Sears

Develop flexibility and strength. Learn stress reduction techniques. Use postures, breath work and relaxation experiences to develop and implement a daily home practice.

Offered Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. or Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 a.m.

HSC 2777 Sexual Violence Dynamics and Advocacy will be offered Wednesdays 4-6 p.m. for two credits. This course will focus on building practical skills and techniques for providing advocacy and crisis intervention with victims of crime; specifically sexual violence. The course will include information about dynamics of sexual violence and healing, advocacy theory, crisis intervention skills, communication skills, specific knowledge about the medical and criminal justice systems response to victims and system's change work. Students who complete this course of study are eligible to become a sexual assault advocate in Minnesota.

New Course: SWK 2200 - Service Learning (2 credits)

This course will provide students opportunity to face a variety of challenges facing communities in Minnesota and help those students develop understanding of their individual role in addressing those challenges through community service, volunteer activity, and reflective learning. The course also will assist the student in determining their desire to enter the helping professions and prepares students for further educational experiences at the college.

LIS/WGS 2220: Dance, Gender, & Culture (2 cr.)

Dance is investigated as a cultural phenomenon and the body as an expressive instrument, with close attention to the ways gender identity shapes and is shaped by performance. We concentrate on four dance cultures from four different continents, with active engagement through analysis of dance on film, guest instructors, visits to dance classes and live performance.

CTA 2220: Film Genres: Courtroom Dramas

"You can't handle the truth!!" (from A Few Good Men) This course examines the various styles of the courtroom drama as an evolving film genre. From the jury room to the high drama of the witness stand, we will cross-examine our cinematic fascination with the legal system.

EDM 3220 Educational Resources for Children and Young Adults will be offered in the Spring of 2011 and the Fall of 2011.

See Marie Kelsey, T4114, mkelsey@css.e du if you have any questions.

Does a career in books, computers, and media sound exciting to you? The Educational Media and Technology program in the CSS School of Education offers a number of opportunities. If you would like to work in the K-12 environment, the media center could be your classroom if you become a school library media specialist. This is a teaching licensure program of 58 credits. Coursework consists of library- related classes and educational technology. Student teaching is done in K-12 media centers.

If you are already taking an Education major, consider increasing your employment prospects by doing Educational Media as an add-on license. It is only 28 credits.

Are you taking English, history or a field in science as your major? You might want to consider going on for a master's degree in library science at a research university after you graduate from CSS. Our pre-library program would be the perfect way to prepare yourself for library school. A pre-library course of study is planned with Kevin McGrew, CSS Library director.

To explore opportunities in Educational Media and Technology, contact Dr. Marie Kelsey, mkelsey@css.edu. To learn more about pre-library, contact Mr. Kevin McGrew, kmcgrew@css.edu

Are you looking for a fast paced career working with highly motivated and talented individuals? Do you have an interest in science and medicine? If so, you may want to consider a career in Athletic Training. To learn more about our Master of Science program in Athletic Training please contact Dr. Hal Strough at 6798 or hstrough@css.edu.

Hal C. Strough, Ph.D., ATC
Chairperson, Dept. of Athletic Training
School of Health Sciences
232 Burns Wellness Commons
College of St. Scholastica
1200 Kenwood Ave.
Duluth, MN 55811
hstrough@css.edu

GUITAR ENSEMBLE
See MUS 4211 Sec. 9 for more information.

If you play guitar and would like to play with others. You can take the course for either 1 credit or 0 credit; there is no lab fee. Meets Mondays and Fridays from noon - 12:50 p.m. Credits can accumulate toward General Education Fine Arts requirement.

MOZART'S LIFE AND WORKS
See MUS 2777 Sec. 1

This 2-credit course meets on Tuesdays from noon - 1:40 p.m. Credits count toward General Education Fine Arts requirement. Learn more about the life and music of this amazing composer.

MUSIC OF AFRICA
See MUS 2777 Sec. 2

This 2-credit course meets onMondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 - 11:20 a.m. Credits count towardGeneral Education Fine Arts requirement. Learn more about the musical and cultural traditions on the African continent and the role of musical expression in defining cultural heritage and ethnic identity.

JAZZ MUSIC AND MUSICIANS
See MUS 2777 Sec. 3

This 2-credit course meets on Tuesdays from 8 - 9:40 a.m. Credits count toward General Education Fine Arts requirement. Learn more about jazz and themusicians who created and shaped this style, as well as its influence on popular culture.

INTRODUCTION TO SYMPHONY (MUS 2302) will once again count toward General Education Fine Arts requirement. This 2-credit course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 11:45 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.

If you're needing some balance in your life, consider singing with the Collegiate Chorus (MUS 1211), drumming with the Hand Drums (MUS 1212), learning to play with Steel Band (MUS 1213), joining the Concert Band (MUS 3212) or String Orchestra (MUS 3214). Any of these can be taken for either 1 credit or 0 credit, and credits accumulate toward General Education Fine Arts requirement.

LeAnn House, Ph.D., Professor Chair, Department of Music

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