ASTRONOMY: Observatory-Planetarium Public Education Nights
Summary: The hour-long planetarium show begins promptly at 8 p.m. with the doors open for seating at 7:30 p.m. After the show in the planetarium, weather permitting, the public may visit the North Georgia Astronomical Observatory located off of Highway 9 on Day Drive, four miles west of Dahlonega. Admission: Free. Contact: Joseph Jones. Phone: 706-864-1471. E-mail: jjones@ngcsu.edu. Notes: Admittance is not permitted after a show begins. Please mute pagers and cell phones. No flash photography during a show. Doors open for seating at 7:30 p.m. on a first come, first serve basis. This is the last show for summer semester. Web site: http://apache.northgeorgia.edu/Academic/Sciences/Planetarium/planetarium.htm.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
George E. Coleman Planetarium, room 234 of the Health & Natural Sciences Building, Sunset Drive.
Appalachian Studies Center - Open House and Volunteer Day
Summary: Experience the unique charms of the historic Vickery House the first Tuesday of each month. Hear stories about Professor Vickery, tour the heirloom garden, view the center's current art exhibit, enjoy refreshments, and listen to Appalachian music. If you'd like to become an NGCSU-certified volunteer for the center, 30-minute trainings are held at 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. RSVP for the training by e-mailing gasc@northgeorgia.edu or calling 706-864-1540. Admission: Free. Contact: Georgia Appalachian Studies Center. Phone: 706-864-1540. E-mail: gasc@northgeorgia.edu. Notes: The center is part of the university's School of Education.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Historic Vickery House, across from West Main Hall.
For more info visit northgeorgia.edu. North Georgia Toastmasters
Summary: The North Georgia Toastmasters club meets the first and third Thursday of each month from 12:45-2 p.m. and the second Thursday of the month from 4-5 p.m. The club provides members with opportunities to develop their formal and informal public speaking skills. Come see us in action. Visitors are welcome to attend! Admission: Free. Contact: Shawn Tonner. Phone: 706-864-1514. E-mail: sctonner@northgeorgia.edu.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM.
Hoag Student Center ABC Rooms (4th floor).
For more info visit ngcsu.freetoasthost.cc. North Georgia Toastmasters
Summary: The North Georgia Toastmasters club meets the first and third Thursday of each month from 12:45-2 p.m. and the second Thursday of the month from 4-5 p.m. The club provides members with opportunities to develop their formal and informal public speaking skills. Come see us in action. Visitors are welcome to attend! Admission: Free. Contact: Shawn Tonner. Phone: 706-864-1514. E-mail: sctonner@northgeorgia.edu.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Hoag Student Center ABC Rooms (4th floor).
For more info visit ngcsu.freetoasthost.cc. North Georgia Toastmasters
Summary: The North Georgia Toastmasters club meets the first and third Thursday of each month from 12:45-2 p.m. and the second Thursday of the month from 4-5 p.m. The club provides members with opportunities to develop their formal and informal public speaking skills. Come see us in action. Visitors are welcome to attend! Admission: Free. Contact: Shawn Tonner. Phone: 706-864-1514. E-mail: sctonner@northgeorgia.edu.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM.
Hoag Student Center ABC Rooms (4th floor).
For more info visit ngcsu.freetoasthost.cc. FBI Information Session
Summary: Are you interested in a challenging and rewarding career with the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)? FBI Special Agent and recruiter Steve Farr will give you an overview of the various career paths in the FBI, discuss how to make yourself more marketable, and answer questions you may have. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Thursday, September 16, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Newton Oakes Center, room 014.
WORKSHOP: Writing a Winning Resume
Summary: Your resume is often the first impression an employer will have of you, and first impressions are lasting impressions. Attend this workshop to learn the ins and outs of writing an excellent resume, which is a critical part in your search for a job or internship. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Thursday, September 23, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
WORKSHOP: Graduate School: What Every Undergrad Needs to Know
Summary: If you are a sophomore, junior, or senior even remotely thinking about graduate school, then you will not want to miss this workshop. Come and learn about unlocking the mysteries of the graduate school application process, including timelines, application essays, recommendations, interviews, and more. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
Kaplan Graduate School Practice Exams
Summary: Practice tests offered are the GRE, MCAT, DAT, LSAT, and NCLEX. Interested students must register in room 114 of Barnes Hall no later than Sept. 24 to participate. The projected scores will be returned on Oct. 7 and will include a breakdown of where the student did well or needs improvement, as well as a link to the questions and explanations of the answers. There is a $10 fee to cover hiring proctors to help us administer the sample tests. Admission: Admission charge. Cost: $10. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Saturday, October 2, 2010, 9:00 AM.
Newton Oakes Center, bottom floor.
Faculty Business Meeting
Summary: Faculty business meetings are conducted once each fall and spring semester at North Georgia and include general business and policy updates from the administration, presentations from members of the faculty, any required votes on policy and procedural issues, and other faculty-related university business. Admission: Free. Contact: Terry McLeod. Phone: 706-867-3230. E-mail: tmcleod@northgeorgia.edu.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010, 12:45 PM – 2:10 PM.
Hoag Student Center Auditorium.
WORKSHOP: How to Impress the Recruiter
Summary: Target recruiter, Arian Williams, will present a "How to Impress the Recruiter" workshop focusing on how to make an initial positive impression with recruiters and how to make sure your impression remains positive throughout the interview, follow-up and hiring process. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
WORKSHOP: Job and Internship Search 101
Summary: Are you searching for a job or internship? The search for an internship or full-time position can be intimidating and competitive. Students are encouraged to attend this workshop to learn how to develop a plan and get started in the right direction. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Thursday, October 14, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
Writing a Winning Resume
Summary: Your resume is often the first impression an employer will have of you, and first impressions are lasting impressions. Attend this workshop to learn the ins and outs of writing an excellent resume, which is a critical part in your search for a job or internship. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
Finding and Applying for Federal Jobs
Summary: Are you interested in a career with the Federal Government? About two million people are employed in a government job, making the federal government America's largest employer. Government employees are hired in just about every career field and work in locations throughout the country and the world. Attend this workshop to learn how and when to begin the application process, where to search for jobs, and how to make yourself marketable. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Thursday, October 21, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
Interviewing - How to Stay Cool in the Hot Seat
Summary: Have you ever wondered if an interview question will be posed that you have absolutely no idea how to answer? This workshop will teach you how to develop your own interview stories so that no matter what interview question is posed, you will be prepared to put your best foot forward. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
Practice Interviews by Sherwin-Williams
Summary: Need help preparing for an interview? Nervous about potential interview questions and responses? Career Services can help! A recruiter from Sherwin-Williams will be on campus offering practice interview sessions and feedback. To sign-up, contact Career Services at 706-864-1951 or come by 114 Barnes Hall. Practice interviews will be scheduled 9-11:30 a.m. and 2-3:30pm. Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 9:00 AM.
Barnes Hall, room 114.
Sherwin-Williams Information Session
Summary: Since its founding by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866, the Sherwin-Williams Company has not only grown to be the largest producer of paints and coatings in the United States, but is among the largest producers in the world. Sherwin-Williams is a company that has a strong commitment to its employees. From their professional work environment to their excellent benefits, to their ongoing training, they take care of the people that make them strong. Attend this information session to learn more about… Admission: Free. Contact: Career Services. Phone: 706-864-1951.
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM.
Newton Oakes Center, room 014.