Monday, November 1, 2010

Fall 2010 E-Newsletter Issue #5

Important Dates

Nov 25-26- Thanksgiving holiday (campus closed)

Have You Registered for Winter Quarter?

Most students have already registered for winter quarter. Many classes (including wait lists) are already full. If you are not already registered for winter quarter, you should register today! We want you to get the classes you need. New students will be coming in soon and the open seats will be taken. If you need help please come into IP and see an advisor.

Tuition for Winter quarter is due by January 3, 2011

You may pay as early as you are ready. To avoid the $95 late fee, long lines on the first day of the quarter and any bank transfer delays make your payment prior to the deadline. You can make your payment here using online services.

Traveling during the break?

It's not too early to have your I-20 signed. Come to the IP office early rather than waiting until the last minute if you will be traveling during the break!

Application Deadline for the University Of California is Nov 30th
Check this helpful UC You Tube video about writing your Personal Statement. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zo6NI4wHf4

Applying to UW?

The UW transfer application will become available on the UW website beginning December 20, 2010. The application deadline is still Feb. 15, 2011. It’s best for applicants to wait to send current transcripts until fall quarter grades are posted.

UW Transfer Workshop




Shopping Tips for "Black Friday"- the biggest shopping day of the year!
On Thanksgiving Day Americans gather with their families to have a feast and remember what they are thankful for. Most businesses are closed for the holiday. However, the day after Thanksgiving, often called "Black Friday", is the biggest bargain shopping day of the year! Many people wake up early to catch the best deals! Check your newspaper for ads from various shopping malls and your favorite department stores. Beware of the huge crowds and be prepared for long lines!

Volunteer Opportunity at the Auburn Food Bank
Help is needed with the annual Thanksgiving and Christmas food distribution.
Dates: Thanksgiving Baskets-Wednesday, November 24 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Christmas Baskets-Wednesday, December 22 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: Holy Family Catholic Church 505 17th St. SE, in Auburn
This is an independent volunteer opportunity with the Auburn Food Bank. GRCC will not be offering transportation. Interested students should contact Ms. Kayla Sargent at kaylas@TheAuburnFoodBank.ORG for more information and to sign up.

Renter's Insurance Recommended
LewerMark Student Insurance Plans is introducing a new RentersPlan, an individual personal contents insurance policy for students that can be can purchased for as little as $7.90/month (amount varies) to protect your valuable personal items (jewelry, computer equipment, stereo and TV equipment, cameras and accessories, furniture, sporting goods, books, keepsakes, clothes). Renter's insurance is not required, but is highly recommended for students.
For more information contact: Lori Kaylor, VP Communications, The Lewer Agency, Inc.
http://www.lewer.com/ 816-753-4390 (Ext. 150) Lkaylor@lewer.com

Student Activities






Campus Safety


* GRCC Safety Alert- Subscribe to GRCC Safety Alert and keep informed of Campus emergencies, safety issues and inclement weather emergency closures. This is a FREE service available to all GRCC students. Click here to learn more and to subscribe.
* Send a Red Flag- GRCC has an information reporting system. Please click here to report any suspicious behavior or security threats on campus. In a true emergency please call 911 first to contact the police, the fire department or to get emergency medical help.
* Campus Safety Rides are available from dusk until 11:00 pm on Sunday through Thursday, and dusk until 2:00 am on Friday and Saturday within 1.5 miles of campus. Call 253-797-4868 which will put you in direct contact with the driver of the van that night. Be safe, use Safety Rides!

Campus Resource LinksIP Advising on ANGEL

Contact Information
IP Telephone 253-288-3300
Alvin Tai: ttai@greenriver.edu
Jessica Galán: jgalan@greenriver.edu
John Tankersley: jtankersley@greeniver.edu
Kirsten Weber: kweber@greenriver.edu

If you have any feedback or comments regarding this newsletter, please email ipadvising@greenriver.edu
Disclaimer: Green River Community College has made reasonable efforts to provide in this schedule information that is accurate at the time of publication. However, the college reserves the right to make appropriate changes in procedures, policies, calendars, requirements, programs, courses, and fees. When feasible, changes will be announced prior to their effective dates, but the college assumes no responsibility for giving any particular notice of any such changes. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to create any offer to contract or any contractual rights. Green River Community College does not discriminate against anyone based on race, ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or status as a disabled person or veteran of war, in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students needing an alternative medium for communicating must contact Disability Support Services in Educational Planning, ext. 2631. Limitation of Liability: The college's total liability for claims arising from a contractual relationship with the student in any way related to classes or programs shall be limited to the tuition and expenses paid by the student to the college for those classes or programs. In no event shall the college be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including but not limited to, loss of earnings or profits.

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