November 2016 - Socrates - QC Mailman 3 Archives

Automated grading system
by nholtzman＠qc.cuny.edu 11 Nov '16

11 Nov '16

I've invited you to fill out the following form: Automated Exam Scoring Survey To fill it out, visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7_hItPVFE08lmR3cCbcbqMKWpoDP_b6H… Google Forms: Create and analyze surveys.

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New Course in Baroque Dance - Spring 2017
by Edisa Weeks 07 Nov '16

07 Nov '16

The Dept. of Drama, Theater & Dance is offering a new dance elective course in Baroque Dance and Culture with Prof. Carlos Fittante for Spring Semester 2017. Description: This introductory level movement course offers an overview of the dance and culture from the Baroque and Rococo periods, 1650-1800, and is an excellent supplement for historical studies in any discipline. Baroque, an important aesthetic movement in Europe, represents the grandeur of kings and the rise of reason in the Age of the Enlightenment. Much of contemporary western society's values are a response to the beliefs and power structures implemented in the Baroque period. Topics to be covered include Baroque social etiquette and the art of the bow; Baroque dance, both social and theatrical styles Baroque gesture, a stylized acting technique; Baroque music, an aural field of exuberance and improvisation; Baroque fashion, hair, and makeup; period fencing-the art and science of armed self-defense; and more. No previous dance experience is necessary; all are welcome. Body awareness principles from Laban Movement Analysis will be incorporated into the course's physical practice and guest lecturers, who are experts in their fields, will appear as a part of the curriculum. DANCE 397: Special Topics -Baroque Tues/Thurs 1:40pm - 2:55pm 3 Credits Watch Baroque Dance on youtube: Handel - Water Music (Hornpipe, Minute, Rigaudon) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fa2wZEsRWM Marie-Antoinette Ball Scene HD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESUzbLWuzY8 [cid:ade675b3-abbd-448f-9b74-f5ce88d660ae]

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FW: The National Puerto Rican Day Parade 2017 Scholarship Program | NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
by Eva Fernandez 07 Nov '16

07 Nov '16

Dear colleagues: Please see below and attached for information about the National Puerto Rica Day Parade Scholarship Program, and share with students who might be interested. Best wishes, Eva Eva M. Fernández Acting Assistant Provost Queens College, City University of New York http://efernandez.qwriting.qc.cuny.edu<http://efernandez.qwriting.qc.cuny.edu/> From: NPRDP NPRDP <nprdp.scholars(a)gmail.com<mailto:nprdp.scholars@gmail.com>> Date: Sunday, November 6, 2016 at 1:45 PM Cc: Lorraine Reyes <lorrainerodriguezreyes(a)gmail.com<mailto:lorrainerodriguezreyes@gmail.com>>, "Rosa Gutierrez. Parade" <rosa.j.gutierrez(a)gmail.com<mailto:rosa.j.gutierrez@gmail.com>>, Louis Maldonado <lmaldonado(a)dex-p.com<mailto:lmaldonado@dex-p.com>> Subject: The National Puerto Rican Day Parade 2017 Scholarship Program | NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Dear High School Guidance Counselor/College Advisor/Candidate: The National Puerto Rican Day Parade Inc., is now accepting applications for its 2017 Scholarship program. The National Puerto Rican Day Parade was established to create national awareness of Puerto Rican contributions. NPRDP's mission is to empower the Puerto Rican community through promoting culture, education, scholarships, and civic engagement. To this end, a Scholarship Awards Program was established. This year, NPRDP will award one hundred (100) $2,000 scholarships to exceptional Puerto Rican high school seniors and full time two/four years accredited Puerto Rican College students who are making a difference in their community Please see attached for application form and an informative letter from the NPRDP Education Committee. We look forward to hearing from you. Regards, -- Education Committee National Puerto Rican Day Parade P. O. Box 975 New York, NY 10272 607.699.9372

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Queens Python User Group
by Patrick Smyth 07 Nov '16

07 Nov '16

Hi all, The Queens Python User Group will be meeting this Wednesday, November 9th. We are a friendly interdisciplinary group of students, faculty, and staff who are interested in Python, a flexible, multi-purpose programming language. Python is one of the easiest programming languages to get started with, and we welcome beginners as well as advanced users. The QC Python User Group will be hosted by the Queens Tech Incubator in CEP Hall 2, and will be meeting on Wednesdays during common hour (12:00). Please join us this Wednesday for an hour of collaboration and learning! Note that the QPUG will not be meeting the following week (November 16). Bring a laptop if you have access to one, but a small number of computers will be available for participants for use during the event. Best, Patrick

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Volunteer Application Readers Needed
by Moira E Egan 07 Nov '16

07 Nov '16

Dear All, As many of you know, Queens College is one of the Asian Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund's partner institutions, a relationship which allows our students to apply for generous funding which also includes mentoring and professional development opportunities. As part of the arrangement, partner institutions are asked to provide readers for the organization's AANAPISI scholarship. I've attached a flier with more information about the scholarship and a link to register as a volunteer reader. I've done this for a couple of years now, and have found it to be very rewarding. It is an honor to read about such talented and hard-working students and to play a part in furthering their educational and career goals. The entire process is online, and the system is very easy to use. In addition, APIASF staff are very helpful and respond quickly if any questions arise. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Best, Moira ~ Moira E. Egan, Ph.D. National Fellowships Advisor Office of Honors and Scholarships Rm. 23 Honors Hall Queens College, CUNY (718) 997-2863

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Reminder (please share with your colleagues): Adjunct Lounge (King Hall 109) Grand Opening with Talks on Adjunct Benefits - Nov. 9 Free Hour
by Jean Kelly 07 Nov '16

07 Nov '16

>From the Center for Teaching and Learning: You are invited to Adjunct Lounge (KH 109) Grand Opening on Wednesday, November 9 at Free Hour. Adjunct Lounge is open to all QC faculty - both part-time and full-time. Tap your QCard on the swipe card system to gain access. Eight Dell computers and two Mac computers have been set up for your use. The lounge is also furnished with sofas, tables and chairs. A refrigerator, a microwave, a copier and a printer are also available. At the grand opening, David Gerwin, Union Chair, and Alexandra Meric, Adjunct Liaison, will give talks on adjunct benefits and changes on the new contract. Materials for adjuncts from Human Resources will be distributed. Refreshments will be served. Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2016 Time: 12:15-1:30 pm Location: King Hall Adjunct Lounge Room 109, Queens College Please RSVP by Friday, November 4 at https://goo.gl/TfA3tK. If you have any questions, please email rowena.li at qc.cuny.edu.

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Year of Korea in November: Religious Experiences; Community Services; Korean Dessert, Beverages, and Sauces Tasting
by Cecilia B Britez 03 Nov '16

03 Nov '16

Greetings to all! I am very excited to invite you all to participate in all our events for the month of November. Come and celebrate the Year of Korea at QC! These events are all free and open to the public. *Conference on "Korean American Religious Experiences" Saturday, November 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Benjamin Rosenthal Library, Room 230 Conference on Korean Religious Experiences: includes five presentations that shed light on Korean Buddhist and Won Buddhist temples and Catholic churches. http://korea.qc.cuny.edu/eventk/korean-religious-experiences-in-the-u-s-nov… Lunch will be serve *Korean Community Service (KCS) of Metropolitan New York Monday, November 7 @ 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm Rosenthal Library, President's Conference Room #2 Kwang Suk Kim, President of the KCS will share his experiences on developing and directing the largest Korean social service agency in the New York-New Jersey area since 1989. KCS provides multi-social services to a daily average of 1,200 individuals in the field of immigration, aging, public health, job training, and youth & family. http://korea.qc.cuny.edu/eventk/korean-community-service-metropolitan-new-y… Pizza and Drinks will be served *Taste of Korea, Day One: Authentic Korean Food Monday ,November 14 @ 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm Dining Hall Q-side Café Part I: Lecture on Authentic Korean Food; Prof. Sung Eun Choi, PhD, RD Part II: Tasting of sweet Korean dessert and beverage http://korea.qc.cuny.edu/eventk/taste-of-korea-day-one-authentic-korean-foo… *Taste of Korea, Day Two: Global Korean Food Wednesday, November 16 @ 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm Q-Side, Dining Hall, Queens College Part I: Lecture on Globalized Korean Food; Chef Jeffrey Moon, internationally renowned Korean-American chef and Lead Chef-Instructor at the International Culinary Center. Part II: Tasting of globalized Korean sauce and dips Dining Hall Q-side Cafe RSVP required: please visit korea.qc.cuny.edu to RSVP http://korea.qc.cuny.edu/eventk/taste-of-korea-day-two-global-korean-food-n… Best, Cecilia Cecilia Britez<https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecilia-vega-britez-55530394> Director of Administration, Year of Korea<http://korea.qc.cuny.edu/> Office Manager, Center for Teaching and Learning<http://ctl.qc.cuny.edu/> <https://ctl.qc.cuny.edu>& Writing Across the Curriculum<http://writingatqueens.qc.cuny.edu/> 718-997-4650 - 718-997-4695 Fax: 718-997-4698 316 Razran Hall

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Fellowship Deadlines and Information Sessions
by Moira E Egan 03 Nov '16

03 Nov '16

Dear all, I've attached a two-page document containing information about ways I can help your students and giving information about a few upcoming information sessions and fellowship deadlines. I'd appreciate your help circulating this. I am also finalizing the details of information sessions on summer and post-graduation opportunities, and will send the specifics as soon as possible. Best, Moira ~ Moira E. Egan, Ph.D. National Fellowships Advisor Office of Honors and Scholarships Rm. 23 Honors Hall Queens College, CUNY (718) 997-2863

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