• September 9^th
  Last day to drop semester classes to avoid a "W" on transcript
  Last day to petition for Pass/No Pass (P/NP) option for semester courses
• September 15^th
  Last day to apply for early graduation for priority registration appointment
• September 23^rd
  Native American Day - Legal Holiday Observed - CAMPUS CLOSED
• September 27^th
  Transfer Day/College Night
• October 1^st
  Fall 2011 Graduation Application filing deadline
  AA/AS Degree & Certificate filing deadline

For more important campus dates, as well as to view all LMC home game sports listings, visit the campus calendar online.

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• September 9^th - Important course deadlines

Last day to drop semester-length courses to avoid a "W" on transcript
September 9^th is the last day to drop semester-length courses to avoid a "W" appearing on your transcript. Short-term class deadlines will vary. Drop deadlines are shown on your WebAdvisor "My Class Schedule". Remember, it is your responsibility to ensure proper procedures have been followed when dropping a class. More information on dropping classes can be found online.


Last day to petition for Pass/No Pass (P/NP) option for semester-length courses
September 9^th is also the last day to petition for the Pass/No Pass option for semester-length courses. Short-term class deadlines will vary. Drop deadlines are shown on your WebAdvisor "My Class Schedule". More information on the Pass/No Pass option can be found online.

• September 15^th - Last day to apply for early graduation for priority registration

Students who will complete their requirements during spring 2012 semester and who apply early will receive a one-time early registration appointment. The deadline to submit applications is September 15^th. No applications will be accepted after this date. Application forms for early graduation for priority registration can be found online.

• October 1^st - Deadline to apply for fall 2011 graduation

Students who will complete their requirements for an AA/AS degree or certificate this fall 2011 semester should submit an application for graduation to Admissions & Records before October 1^st, 2011. More information about graduation can be found online.

General financial aid workshops
Reserve your spot now to attend a general financial aid workshop. This workshop will highlight all of the financial assistance options available for students pursuing higher education. Hands-on assistance will also be available for completing the FAFSA on the Web. Unless otherwise noted, the workshops will be held at the main Pittsburg campus in the Library, 2^nd Level, Room L-213 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. on the dates shown below:

• September 20^th, 2011
• October 19^th, 2011
• November 10^th, 2011

Be sure to bring the following:

• Student and parent Social Security number
• If you are not a U.S. Citizen, bring your Alien Registration number
• Your family's most recent Federal 1040 tax forms
• PIN numbers for the student, and the parent to sign the FAFSA

For more information or questions, call the Financial Aid Office at (925) 439-2181, ext. 3139. Workshops will also be held at Brentwood Center; check back later for more information.

Transfer Day & College Night
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 27^th, Transfer Day and College Night at LMC. Transfer Day is your opportunity to meet with transfer representatives from colleges and universities from around the State and country! You can speak with representatives and ask them questions about admission requirements for transfer students, majors, dorm accommodations, and college highlights. Transfer Day will take place in the College Complex quad and corridors from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

If your daytime schedule prevents you from attending Transfer Day, you can attend College Night. The night event will take place in the LMC Gymnasium from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. College Night provides LMC students, high school students, parents, academic advisors and the community an opportunity to meet and talk to over 50 representatives from 4-year colleges and universities, private colleges, vocational schools and out-of-state institutions. For complete information, see the Transfer Center News & Events webpage.

Meet with university reps
Now is the time to make an appointment to meet with a university representative during the fall 2011 semester. Reps from various California universities visit the Transfer Center to meet with students considering transfer to their institution. A rep can answer your questions about the university and help you plan the classes you need to take in preparation for transfer there. A complete list of fall 2011 rep visits can be found online.

We have moved into a temporary location in Room CC4-486B (Nursing Area) for the fall 2011 semester.

"Ask the Career Center"
Been searching the web but haven't found the answer to your career questions? Ask the Career Center - we're here to help!

FREE Career Guidance Services
Discover your interests and how your personality matches your vocational plan through taking career assessments. The Career Center offers a variety of FREE career assessments by appointment to current students in the areas of interests, personality, skills, and values. FREE r�sum� writing and critique as well as interview coaching is also available to help prepare you for your next career.

Career Center Workshops
Transfer and scholarship essay writing workshops
The Career Center will be facilitating two workshops on behalf of students, faculty, and staff for the month of September at both the main campus in Pittsburg and also at the Brentwood Center. Reserve your spot online now or by calling (925) 439-2181, ext. 3252.

R�sum� Writing and Interviewing Skills
Identify which r�sum� format is right for you. Learn to say what employers want to hear from their candidates. How do I answer the tough questions such as no experience, over-qualified, I haven't worked in years, etc.? No one is unemployable! Participate in this two-hour session to revamp your job search.

Main campus:

• September 16^th
  10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  CC4-487

Brentwood Center:

• September 13^th
  3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  Room C1

RSVP: (925) 513-1625

Choosing a Major
Are you undecided on your major or future career path? Would you like to know what you can do with a degree in _________? How much you can make as a _________? Will there be employment waiting for you after graduation? Through participation in this session, you will be able to take an interest inventory and personality profiler test to identify potential major and career goals that may be just the right fit. You will also be able to learn about all the valuable tools and resources offered by the Career Center to support you in your exploration and research to get you started. If you have already decided on your path, this can help you, too. It can confirm you are headed in the right direction or it may give you a chance to consider potential career options to apply your transferable skills. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Main campus:

• September 19^th
  11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
  CC2-235

Brentwood Center:

• September 21^st
  10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
  Room 9
  RSVP: (925) 513-1625

English/math placement testing
English/math placement testing at the main campus in Pittsburg is officially over for the fall 2011 semester. English/math assessments will resume in November for the spring 2012 semester. English/math placement testing at the Brentwood Center has ended and assessments will resume again in November for the spring '12 registration cycle.

The English/math placement tests will now be offered by appointment only when testing resumes. Test dates are scheduled to begin in mid-November and may be scheduled online via the Los Medanos College website. The on-line appointment feature will be available to students beginning November 1^st for spring 2012. Be sure to check back at that time to use this new on-line appointment feature.

R�sum� Writing and Interviewing Skills
September 13^th
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Room C1
(SEE description under Career Center Workshops)

TAG Time!
September 14^th
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Room 9

September is the Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) month. Come learn about requirements, deadlines, and how to complete the TAG for the university of your choice. RSVP to Brentwood Center Student Resources at (925) 513-1625. More information about TAG can be found online.

Choosing a Major
September 21^st
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Room 9
(SEE description under Career Center Workshops)

The Vanguard Minority Scholarship
The Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program provides merit-based scholarships of up to $10,000 to students entering their junior or senior year of college during the 2012 school year.
Applicants of the Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program must:

• Be a member of a racial or ethnic minority
• Be entering their junior or senior year of college in the fall of 2012
• Be currently enrolled full-time in a four-year accredited college or university in the United States and remain enrolled for the entire 2012-2013 academic year
• Be pursuing studies in business, finance, economics or accounting
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States

For an application or more information, visit the Vanguard website. The postmark deadline is November 30^th, 2011. Be sure to visit our scholarship page for more information on available scholarships.

Join the LMC Student Government!
The Los Medanos College Associated Students (LMCAS) has positions open for student government senators. Join the student government and help plan fun events, provide valuable services to students, and most importantly be the "voice" of your student body. Fall application deadline is Friday, September 16^th, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. Applications are now available.

Blood Drive - September 13^th
Student Life and Blood Centers of the Pacific will be hosting a blood drive on campus on Tuesday, September 13^th from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Library Community Room (L109). For more information or to schedule your donation appointment, contact the Student Life Office at (925) 439-2181, ext. 3266 or sign up on line, click on "Donate Blood" and enter sponsor code = losMC.

Inter-Club Council Meetings
Inter-Club Council meetings are held on Mondays from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Library, Room L-106 (Conference room #2). ICC is the coordinating body for all clubs and organizations on campus. Each club can be represented in ICC, which promotes engagement in community college activities. If your club is a member of ICC, it is imperative that your ICC Representative attend the meetings on a regular basis.

Constitution Day - September 16^th
Each year, LMC observes Constitution Day, a day dedicated to the original day that the U.S. Constitution was signed. Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17^th, 1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens. More information on Constitution Day can be found online. If you have any questions regarding the event, call (925) 439-2181, ext. 3139.

Kaiser Healthy Lifestyle Fair - September 20^th
Join us in the outdoor quad on Tuesday, September 20^th for a fun and informative event designed specifically for LMC. Free health screenings and chair massage. Booths include cooking demos, sexual health and vision essentials.

Social Justice Film Series - September 21^st
Free screening of the film, "Waiting for Superman", at 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. in Library Community Room, (L109).

IMPACT: LMC Student Leadership Retreat - October 1^st (Saturday)
The LMC Student Leadership Retreat is an annual leadership development event open to all students on the LMC campus. Through workshops, speakers and fun activities, students gain insight into their personal leadership styles, meet and connect with other LMC student leaders and gain essential tools to be leaders in their clubs, programs and communities.
The retreat will be held in the Library Community Room, L-109. It is free and includes all of your retreat materials and lunch. However, space is limited, and you must register in advance by turning in the registration form to the Office of Student Life (next to the Cafeteria). Deadline to register is Thursday, September 22^nd. Registration forms are now available online.

Suffering from Wanderlust?

Study abroad in Florence, Italy during the spring 2012 semester!

Wanderlust = a strong desire for or impulse to wander or travel and explore the world.

People from all over the world visit Florence's museums and churches, but the city is more than just a constant reminder of art history. It is a busy city throbbing with Italian vitality, a city for young people with caf�s, shops and cinemas. Whether reliving the renaissance, indulging in opera or feeling the passion of an Italian soccer match, Florence is an experience worthy of discovery.

Contra Costa Community College District invites you to participate in our study abroad programs. Courses are taught by our own community college professors and may be UC and CSU transferable. Students can enjoy and learn from their valuable experiences in a foreign country, while accumulating course credits from their host college. Financial aid is available to students that qualify.

Plan now to attend the informational meeting on Wednesday, September 21^st from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Diablo Valley College in the Language Arts Bldg., Room LA-107. LMC will also have an informational meeting on campus at a later date. If you cannot attend or have questions about the program, please contact the Study Abroad Office, 925-685-1230, ext. 2735 or contact them by e-mail.

Fantastico!

Do the taste bud Boogie-Woogie!
Taste buds everywhere on campus are dancing excitedly to the music about the great food being served up in our own LMC Cafeteria by Fresh & Natural. Have you checked out their daily and weekly menus recently? Be sure to do so. You are in for a pleasant surprise. Menus are available online as well as the Cafeteria hours. Also, be sure to check out the current Peet's Coffee promotion at the Tazza Caf�, located in the Library.

Boogie yourself right on down to the LMC Cafeteria today!

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