Registration for spring 2012 begins this month. For the best selection of courses, we recommend you register early. See dates below.

• November 11 - Veteran's Day Holiday, college closed
• November 18 - Last day to withdraw from fall full-term classes with a "W" appearing on fall transcript
• November 21 - Begin priority registration for EOPS, DSPS, & qualified veterans
• November 24/25 - Thanksgiving Holiday, college closed
• November 26/27 - College closed, no Saturday/Sunday classes
• November 28 - Registration for continuing students begins by appointment; check WebAdvisor for your registration date.

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

Cafeteria closed on November 4
The LMC Cafeteria will be closed on Friday, November 4 due to a conference. No food will be available through the Cafeteria, so please plan ahead for your food/beverage needs. NOTE: the vending machines and the LMC Bookstore will be open for snacks/beverages.

Do you have InSite e-mail? Yes, you do!
As a student at Los Medanos College, you have access to Microsoft's InSite e-mail where you can access tons of online storage, shared calendars, blogging tools, and more. Additional information regarding the benefits of InSite e-mail can be found on our website.

Be sure to check your InSite e-mail page daily, your one-stop source for LMC news.

Registration for spring 2012
Registration begins November 21. For best choice of classes, it is recommended you register at the time of your registration appointment. Registration appointments will be available on WebAdvisor the week of November 14.

Fall graduation results
Students who applied for graduation in fall 2011 will receive official notification of their status on November 15 by email through their InSite e-mail account. Students will be advised that graduation is approved if all requirements are complete, graduation is pending if you are in your last classes for graduation, and it will be denied if you are not in your final classes. If your application is denied, you may re-apply for spring 2012. More information about graduation requirements can be found online.

Course Repetition Policy change
Effective summer 2012, students will be limited to enrolling in the same non-repeatable class a maximum of three times. This applies to students who have earned a substandard grade (D, F, NP/NC) or who have dropped with a "W."

Starting with registration for spring 2012, students will be notified if they are enrolling in the same course for a second time. Students will be blocked from registration in the course and required to submit a petition. Students are urged to manage course load, be aware of the number of enrollments for a specific course, carefully consider dropping courses, and understand all deadlines. In addition, students are urged to take advantage of tutoring and other support services to achieve successful completion of all courses.

If you are unclear if your class is repeatable or non-repeatable, please refer to the college catalog. If you need further assistance, see a college counselor.

Relocation and temporary closure of Financial Aid Office
The Office of Financial Aid will be closed from December 5 through 9. On Monday, December 12, Financial Aid will reopen in new, temporary quarters in the Public Safety Building (PS2) just northwest of the LMC Cafeteria (outside and left). This is due to the upcoming remodeling of the entire Student Services area in the College Complex, scheduled to begin early next year.

Your patience during this transition is appreciated and we apologize for any inconvenience.

General financial aid workshop
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 workshop will be held at the main Pittsburg campus in the Library, Level 2, Room L-213 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. on the date shown below:

• November 10 (Thursday)

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

Visit the Vanguard Minority Scholarship Program online for an application or more information.

Application postmark deadline is November 30, 2011.

UC Application Workshop
If you are thinking about transferring to a university and are ready to apply, then don't miss out on this workshop! Come learn about the application procedure and what you'll need to do to successfully complete this process.

• November 9 (Wednesday), 11:00 a.m. -12:00 Noon, Brentwood Center, Room 12

Need advice on transferring?

Introducing Transfer Center Advocate, Monica Hernandez!
Monica attended Los Medanos College and then transferred to UC Berkeley in 2008. She graduated from UC Berkeley in 2010 with a double major in Chicano Studies and Practice of Art. She has been the recipient of numerous awards and has been extremely active in the community. Currently she is the facilitator for both a women's empowerment group and an undocumented women's group at UC Berkeley. She strongly believes in the power of role models and the positive influence they can have in a student's future. Stop by and visit Monica on Tuesdays from 2:00 -4:00 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Transfer Center.

Visit the UCLA Campus!
UCLA TAP Transfer Conference 2011
November 18 (Friday)

This event is open to all LMC students; the cost is $45 per student and includes airfare & ground transportation in Los Angeles. Application deadline: November 8 (Tuesday)

For more information and an application, visit the Honors Program online.
*Co-sponsored by the Inter Club Council, LMCAS, Transfer Center, the MESA Program and the Honors Club.

Transfer Center Workshops

• November 9 (Wednesday), 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon, Brentwood Center
• November 15 (Tuesday), 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., Library, L-213
• November 21 (Monday), 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Library, L-213
• November 29 (Tuesday), 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Library, L-213

UC/CSU Application Deadline
The deadline for applying to UC/CSU is November 30 (Wednesday). The Transfer Center has scheduled workshops during November to assist students through the UC/CSU application process in addition to learning about some very important deadlines. For more information, visit the Transfer Center online.

Transfer Academy
The LMC Transfer Academy is accepting applications for spring 2012. The Transfer Academy provides a dynamic academic experience with strong support in and outside of the classroom from faculty and staff who are working together to keep the student on target to transfer to a four-year university! For more information or to apply, visit the Transfer Academy online.

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.

Your education and experience can contribute to getting you the life you are looking for!

November is National Career Development Month and the Los Medanos College Career Center will be celebrating this event from November 14 -18. This year's theme is "Inspire Your Career - Develop Your Dreams".

The Career Center will be facilitating a series of workshops and activities to support you in your career development to include: Major/Career Exploration, R�sum� Writing, Interviewing Skills, and Job Search Techniques. Visit the Career Center online or contact the Career Center Office (925) 439-2181, ext. 3252 for more information.

Get the help you need!

LMC provides an array of tutoring services to help students become critical thinkers as well as independent, self-reflective lifelong learners. Peer tutors are students at LMC who have success in the classes and disciplines for which they tutor. Subject specific tutoring is available in various labs on campus including the Center for Academic Support, the Math Lab, the Music Lab and at the Brentwood Center.

Visit Tutoring Services online for more information.

"ACE is the Place"

The Academy for College Excellence (ACE) is a nationally recognized, award-winning program that helps you develop personally, academically and professionally. ACE is fun! You'll learn self-knowledge and success strategies, reconnect with your motivation and learn effective communication and stress-management techniques. Academically, you'll discover how you learn best, have strong support from some of our best teachers on campus, and learn research skills that will help you tremendously in spring semesters' English 100 and Math 34 (statistics) classes. Perhaps most unique to ACE, you'll also learn professional skills. We'll show you teamwork, leadership and communication techniques usually reserved for only the wealthiest few in America.

Visit the ACE Program online for more information. You may also contact Tue Rust by e-mail or at (925) 439-2181, ext. 3474.

"Where Goals and Dreams Are Realized"

The Umoja Scholars Program is now accepting applications. The Umoja Scholars Program will address your needs through academic support services and an African-American focused curriculum. If you are seeking to fulfill your academic dreams, come and be part of a supportive learning environment that fosters cultural unity and academic success.

We are currently accepting applications for a new spring cohort. You must enroll in Math 12 and either English 70, 90, 100, or 221 in spring 2012.

For more information and to print out an application, visit Umoja online or contact A'kilah Moore by e-mail or at (925) 439-2181, ext. 3243.

We look forward to meeting you soon!

Social Justice Film Series: The Visitor
Free screening of the film "The Visitor" on Wednesday, November 16 from 1:00 -3:00 p.m. in Library Community Room (L-109). Light refreshments will be served.

Blood Drive
Blood Centers of the Pacific and Student Life will be hosting a blood drive on campus on Wednesday, November 9 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in Library Community Room (L-109). For more information or to schedule your donation appointment, contact the Student Life Office at 925-439-2181, ext. 3266 or sign up to donate blood online, click on "Donate Blood" and enter sponsor code = losMC.

LMCAS Senate Meetings
Los Medanos College Associated Students is the official student government at LMC. Their primary purpose is to advance the welfare of all students. They meet weekly on Mondays from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. in Library Conference Room 2 (L-106).

Inter-Club Council Meetings
Mondays from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in L-106 (Library 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.