Message from the Editor
Being a student can be challenging, but there are benefits! If you have a student ID card, you can use it to obtain local retailer discounts, discounted membership fees for professional associations, and as your Walsh library card. Plus, this week the Student Network Facebook page will feature a heart-warming contest! Prize eligibility will require that you are a current student and have an ID card. Join the page today to find out more!
Sincerely,
Jessica Knapik, MSM '04
Database Analyst, Records & Registration
P.S. If you don't have an ID yet, photos will be taken March 7. Be sure to join the Student Network Facebook page, because we'll host more contests throughout the year!
Spring Registration
Are you a new or graduating student? If so, you're eligible for priority registration, which starts at 9 a.m. on February 18. This is a great opportunity to register for your classes before everyone else. Registration for all students starts at 9 a.m. February 25.
Graduating Students
Be sure to complete the graduation application now. This codes you in the database and makes you eligible for priority. Preliminary audit results will be e-mailed after registration has started.
Registration Tip
Be sure to add courses to your preferred list. This speeds up the process if you're registering early in the morning on February 18 or 25. Check the registration video tutorials for more details on how to use this feature.
MOOCs and the Future of Education
Written by: David Shields, Ph.D. Executive Vice President & Chief Academic Officer
In last month's letter, I gave you information about the current organizations offering Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). Why is the media so excited about them?
Let's face it, higher education is in crisis. Every year, tuition goes up faster than most paychecks. For public universities, the tuition has to go up even faster than their cost structures, because many states have been forced to cut funding to higher education. Read more
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Grand Opening: Veterans Resource Room
The College's Veterans Room will be open one day a week beginning February 13! This space will be available for veterans, service members and their families. It will be a place to study, network, and relax.
The Veterans Services Team would like to thank all veterans for their service. As a token of appreciation, snacks will be available. We hope you stop by.
Resource Room Hours
Wednesdays, February 13 thru March 20
Troy Campus, Room 112
4 - 6 p.m.
Questions? E-mail veterans@walshcollege.edu.
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Winter Dates
Final payment due: February 14
Withdrawal period: January 22 - March 4
Finals: March 18-23
Spring Registration
Priority Registration: February 18 - 24
Regular Registration: February 25 - April 7
Classes Begin: April 1
Details
Now Available: 2013-14 FAFSA
The 2013-2014 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. You will want to complete the 2013-2014 FAFSA if you plan to attend Walsh College anytime from Fall 2013 to Summer 2014. Undergraduate students who would like to be considered for financial assistance through the State of Michigan should complete their FAFSA by March 1. All others should have their FAFSA completed by June 1 for early consideration. |
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On-Campus Interviews
Now in progress. Contact Career Services at 248-823-1625 for registration details.
Scholarships
Advertising & Marketing Students
The Adcraft Club of Detroit's Adcraft Foundation raises money each year to provide several scholarships to deserving advertising and marketing students from Michigan colleges and universities. Adcraft is collecting applications through February; and will award the scholarships at a meeting this spring. For more information and an application, visit www.adcraft.org/student-scholarships.
Undergraduate Students
The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program wants to reward undergraduate students who have succeeded both inside and outside of the classroom – and who may not be able to attend college without financial assistance. For more information and to apply online visit www.buickachievers.com.
Chrysler Leadership Development Program
This internship program offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated, innovative and leadership-savvy graduate students to work in a global business environment while gaining valuable operational and leadership experience. GPA requirement is 3.2.
This opportunity provides rotational assignments and interaction with global business leaders within Corporate Audit and involvement with Finance, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Brand & Commercial, Corporate Staffs, and Information and Communication Technology to gain skills in risk identification/management, business policies/controls, process improvement, consensus-building, ethics, and compliance.
Interns will work alongside high-potential employees in the Chrysler Leadership Development program and have access to mentoring, networking, and learning opportunities. The highly selective two-year development program is intended to accelerate knowledge of the organization, provide a solid foundation in business process, and advance leadership skills.
Meet & Greet
Tuesday, February 12
Troy Campus, Barry Center Auditorium
5 - 6 p.m.
Presentation
Thursday, February 28
Troy Campus, Rooms 112 & 113
5 - 6:30 p.m.
Presentation
Tuesday, March 5
Novi Campus, Room 505
5 - 6:30 p.m.
Details
Women's Conference Puts YOU in Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur-YOU is a day-long conference for any woman with a passion for entrepreneurship. Attend and learn the steps necessary to open, run, and grow a business – and the unique challenges and opportunities that women entrepreneurs often encounter. Leave with self-discovery, educational resources, and powerful contacts. Presented by leading business experts in southeast Michigan.
Wednesday, February 13
Troy Campus
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Details | Tickets: $40
Inforum
Michigan’s largest professional organization for women, invite you to network over coffee. Open to working professionals, workers-intransition, students, and alumni.
Thursday, February 14
Troy Campus
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Register
Wednesday, February 20
Novi Campus
8 - 9 a.m.
Register
Webinars
IT Degrees at Walsh
An information-packed session and Q & A designed for busy working professionals interested in pursuing an IT degree.
Friday, February 15
12:15 - 1 p.m.
Details
Accounting Degrees at Walsh
An informative session and Q & A designed for busy working professionals interested in pursuing an accounting degree (Bachelor of Accountancy, Bachelor of
Business Administration - Accounting Processes, or Master of Science in Accountancy).
Thursday, February 21
12:15 - 1 p.m.
Details
Ice Skating
Hosted by the International Student Organization
Saturday, February 16
Campus Martius
800 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, Mich.
7 p.m.
Details | Register | Cost: $10
Toastmasters
This is an international organization focused on improving communication and leadership skills and providing its members with educational programs and resources.
Friday, February 22
Novi Campus
8 - 9:15 a.m.
Register
Monday, February 25
Troy Campus
8 - 9:45 a.m.
Register
Blackwell Institute: Tutors Needed
Volunteers are needed to tutor second graders on measurements. Typically volunteers work with students in small groups of 4-6 children.
Blackwell Institute
9330 Shoemaker
Detroit, Mich.
Carpooling from Troy Records Office: 9:45 a.m.
Tutoring: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Register
Questions? Contact Jessica Knapik, Database Analyst
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Student ID Photos
If you are currently enrolled, you are eligible for a student ID card. You can use your student ID as your Walsh library card and for local discounts with some retailers.
Thursday, March 7
Troy Records Office & Novi/UC Administrative Offices
5 - 6 p.m.
Details
Questions? Contact Jessica Knapik, Database Analyst
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Casino Night
The Alumni Association invites you to join them at Star Lanes at Emagine Royal Oak for a night of gaming on professional tables, March Madness Tournaments on big screens, cash bar, strolling appetizers and small plates, chance to win fabulous prizes and much more!
Friday, March 22
Star Lanes at Emagine Royal Oak
Skybox
200 North Main Street
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Details | Register
Questions? Contact Duc Abrahamson, Alumni & Student Relations
Career Fair
Thursday, May 16
Novi Campus
1 - 4 p.m.
Exclusively for Walsh current student and alumni.
Details