Orange Exceleration - Day 5

We spent this morning's class reviewing computer details and learning a little bit about the Scholars Program, Committees, and something called Scholars Culture Points, which then the students were told they really didn't have to start worrying about until Winter.  We took a picture in front of Old Main and then made sure everyone was ready for class tomorrow.  SCH 101 tomorrow is in Old Main 100(?) at 1:15 PM.  Hope to see you all there.

Class of 2017

Orange Exceleration - Day 4

Today we had a 2 hour class that was only supposed to be 1.75 hours (oops).  We chose six social justice themes:

• Environmental Justice
• Educational Justice
• Minority Justice
• Political Justice (To be continued later)

Then the class split into two parts.  One part worked on Class rules and expectations.  The other part worked on filling in content for the two weeks for each Justice topic.  At the end of class, each group presented on their ideas.  Students were sent home with the assignment of continuing to work on their topics with a goal of evening out the amount of work each week.  I suggest:

• No more than one debate per week.
• No more than two writing assignment per week with the ability of students to have choices on what they are going to write.
• Variety of modes of learning.

Meanwhile, as I am working on class, I am listening to a radio show on "Custom Learning in the Digital Age" that might be interesting for students in the Scholars Program.

Move in Lunch

So, early on I had promised BBQ, but with a heat index of 112 deg F, I thought people would appreciate water and cold sandwiches. So, I cranked down the AC, spread out snacks and food, and we had a great time.  My heart is with the students who are going to try to sleep on the third floor of Clinton tonight.

Squeezed around the kitchen table.

Dining in the dining room.

Lots of good conversation, even if your little brother is with you.

Move In Notes

Last night the President  had Faculty and some staff at his house for dinner.  He mentioned how nice it was that the weather had finally cooperated to be comfortable.  Keep in mind he moved here from the New Orleans area, so if you are from the deep south, it is comfortable.

The first year students move in tomorrow.  It is forecast to be at least 95 deg. F. so make sure you are wearing light-weight clothing.  Although I had originally planned on BBQ for lunch tomorrow, I am beginning to think people would be more appreciative of cold sandwiches.

Our first class is Saturday morning at 8 AM.  Please remember to bring writing implements and something to write on.

See you all tomorrow.