Monday, April 10, 2017

Crowder College weekly update

Academics
·         Priority enrollment for Summer & Fall begins April 17 for Sophomores with 28+ hours and April 20 for Freshmen with 1-27 hours. Open enrollment begins May 1. Courses are available for viewing online: https://my.crowder.edu/ICS/Academics/Public.jnz?portlet=Course_Schedules&screen=Advanced+Course+Search&screenType=next
·         Enrollment is now open for the Joplin Advanced Training & Technology Center classes which will start August 21.
·         Programs currently accepting application for Fall 2017 include:
·         The Nursing Programs in Neosho & Cassville will begin accepting application April 15 – August 15 for Spring 2018.
·         Spring 2017 Commencement Ceremonies will be held in the Bob Sneller Gymnasium on the Neosho campus, Saturday, May 20, 10am-General Studies degrees; 1pm – all other degrees and majors.

Athletics
·         The Roughrider Softball team is 40-6 on the season.  They play doubleheaders at home April 14, 15, 17 & 19 at 2&4pm each day. For a complete schedule go to:http://crowderathletics.com/sports/sball/2016-17/schedule
·         The Roughrider Baseball team is now 33-8 on the season and ranked #5 in the NJCAA Division I poll (4-4-2017). They will play doubleheaders at home April 13 & 14, 1/3pm & noon/2pm respectively. For a complete schedule go to: http://crowderathletics.com/sports/bsb/2016-17/schedule
·         The Roughrider Basketball Team will hold a Summer Shootout for Hgh School Varsity & JV teams. Registration through May 19. For information go to:http://www.crowder.edu/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Team-Shootouts-2017.pdf or email: TinaRobbins@Crowder.edu

Campus Events
·         Campus Life will host a tailgate party at the baseball field on Thursday, April 13, for the 1pm game. Come enjoy a free hotdog, chips and a drink and cheer on our Roughriders!
·         The Career & Transfer Services Office has scheduled several University Campus visits for students preparing to transfer. To sign up please contact Jamie Stanley: 417.455.5616 or email: SSC@Crowder.edu
o    MO S&T, Rolla, MO – April 20
·         Graduation and Transfer Fair at campus locations as follows:
o   Nevada: Tuesday, April 11: 10 AM—1 PM (Room 217)
·         Missouri Alternative & Renewable Energy Technology (MARET) Center students will showcase their projects on the Quad near the Bell Tower Thursday, April 20, from 11am-3pm. Find out what fascinating projects our alternative energy students have been working on this semester.
·         The Veterinary Technology program has Pets for Adoption. Dogs and cats are available for adoption near the end of the semester. This week they also have bunnies for easter! Check out what we will have available: http://www.crowder.edu/academics/departments/agriculture/vet-tech/pet-adoption/
·         Fine Arts Week is an event the division hosts showcasing activities and events for students and staff. Check out what will be going on April 24-29. Here is a brief on what will be happening…More information to come:
o    Mon/Wed – noon-1pm: Graphic Design Presentations by Josh Smith (Newton Hall Room 201)
o    Mon/Wed – noon-3pm: Action Art Presentation: Experimental Painting & Clay Experience by Casey Smith & Josh Knott (Newton Hall Lobby outside the Dining Hall)
o    Mon/Wed – 1:15-2:15pm: Demonstration Debate by Kristen Stout (TBA)
o    Wed – 9am-2pm: High School Theatre Workshops & Preview Show by NaTasha Davies & Becky Shaw (EPCC)
o    Thurs/Fri/Sat – Production of Ring of Fire, 7:30pm nightly & 2pm matinee on Saturday. Picnic & a play 5:30-activities, 6:30pm picnic meal & 7:30pm. Tickets for Picnic & a Play: $15 adults; $6 children (ages 3-12)
Community Events
·         The Agriculture Division/Aggie Club Spring Plant Sale is now underwayThere are vegetables, bedding plants, herbs and more available from 10am-3pm Mon-Thurs; 10am-noon on Fri. See what they have to offer at:
·         The Friends of the Lee Library Used Book Sale that will take place April 11-13, Wright Conference Center (Room C). If you have books you would like to donate please contact the Library at: 417.455.5610.
·         RESCHEDULED - Crowder Community Choir will perform Tuesday, April 11, 7pm in the Elsie Plaster Community Center on the Neosho campus. The event will contain spiritual songs and a section arranged by local musician Robin Montz. The event is free and open to the public. For more information contact Becky Shaw:BeckyShaw@Crowder.edu or 417.455.5634.
·         Ammonia Safety & Training Institute will offer the Ozark Regional Ammonia Safety Day, April 20, 8am-4pm on the McDonald County campus. This course is a free anhydrous ammonia training opportunity for public safety and industrial first responders, hazmat technicians, as well as emergency planners and regulators. To register go to: ammonia-safety.com or email: asti@ammonia-safety.com
·         Masters of the Vault, Crowder Permanent Art Collection Exhibit in the Longwell Museum, April 10-May 26, 9:00am-6:30pm Monday-Friday (Closed Friday, April 14).  The exhibition is featuring artists such as Daisy Cook, TH Benton and more. These are all pieces in the Crowder Longwell Museum permanent collection.

Foundation
·         Upcoming events include:
o    Evening of Jazz, Tuesday, April 25, Neosho Civic Center. Tickets available for purchase now: https://squareup.com/store/crowder-college-foundation-2/item/evening-of-jazz
o    Branson Raffle package: Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. You may purchase tickets at  the Crowder College Foundation Office, 417-455-5646
o    Roughrider Car Show, Saturday, April 22, Farber Parking Lot on Neosho campus

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