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Inservice
Inservice Activity Calendar
Inservice will be held January 9-13, 2017. 
A Sharepoint calendar  has been created to help you keep track of all the activities that will be happening throughout the week.

Todd Schwarz
Executive VP & Chief Academic Officer
tschwarz@csi.edu |  208-732-6325


FA
 New Financial Aid Rules for the CSI Bookstore
Students can now charge their books  against their
financial aid award  in the Bookstore  the week before school starts  through the first week of school!
 
Bookstore Hours

Monday-Friday January 9th - 13th 8:00-6:00
 
Saturday January 14th 10:00-5:00
 
Tuesday-Friday January 17th - 20th 8:00-6:00
 
Saturday January 21st 10:00-2:00
 
Monday January 23rd 8:00-12:00

Criteria
  • Financial Aid File must be complete, awarded & accepted with Financial Aid & Netpartner
  • Only able to charge the NET amount available after Tuition & fees have deducted from award
  • Call x6552/4 or see Jayme or Lacee in the Bookstore

Childcare
Help Students Learn About Evening Child Care Options at CSI
Evening Hours Child Care Now Available
For CSI Students (1112 Frontier Rd.)
 
Days of Operation: Monday-Thursday
Hours of Operation: 5:30-10:00 pm
Serving Children: 2.5 - 6 years of age
Cost Per Child: $150 per semester  with Scholarship Award
Semester Begins: January 17, 2017 ( Enroll Now)
Semester Ends: May 11, 2017
 
The Center follows the calendar of the College of Southern Idaho. When CSI classes are not in session, the center will be closed.
 
The Early Learning Center, evening hours care program, is designed to meet the developmental needs of young children 2.5 through 6 years of age. The center provides experiences that enrich and enhance each child's cognitive, language, social, emotional, physical, and creative development. Within the program's schedule, each child has opportunities to create, explore the environment, learn problem-solving techniques, develop personal interaction skills, and learn concepts through firsthand experiences. Children will develop a positive self-concept through a balance of self-and teacher-directed activities. 

Child Care Flyer:
 
Jennifer Patterson
Early Childhood Education
Learning Center and Lab School Coordinator
jpatterson@csi.edu |  208-732-6645


Yoga
Is Yoga On Your New Year's Resolution List?

YOGA  ( HACT 119 C06)
This course provides an introduction to the ABC's of Yoga: Awareness and proficiency of basic yoga postures and personal alignment, Breath for enhancing personal energy levels or calming oneself, and Concentration on the body/mind by incorporating beginning techniques for visualization and relaxation. This course may be repeated once for credit.

Semester: Spring 2017 
Days: Tuesdays from 2-3:50
Dates: 1/17/17-5/11/17
Instructor: Kirsten Clancy
1 Credit

Note: This is an excellent class to audit for faculty and staff! 

Kirsten Clancy
Adjunct Instructor, Yoga


SelfDefense
Self Defense for Women
Self Defense for Women (HACT 220 C01)
This course will help students identify a dangerous situation and to increase the chances of getting away safe with mental and physical strategies. Students will learn strikes, blocks, escapes, and most importantly the mentality it takes to be able to handle the surroundings when a bad situation appears. This course may be repeated once for credit.

Semester: Spring 2017
Days: Wednesdays 
Time: 5:10 - 6:30 PM
Instructor: Jesse Clark
1 Credit
 


Advanced Self Defense for Women (HACT 199B C03)
This course number is indicative of an initial experimental course. The course must include a syllabus, and the syllabus must follow the CSI Course Syllabus Guide. Proposed General Education courses requiring pilots would use this designation.

Semester: Spring 2017
Days: Wednesdays 
Time: 6:30 - 7:50 PM
Instructor: Jesse Clark
1 Credit

Note: This is an excellent class to audit for faculty and staff! 

Jesse Clark
Adjunct Instructor, Self Defense


Debate
The CSI Forensics Team is Looking for New Members
The CSI Forensics Team Needs Students!!!  Have your students join the speech and debate team. They will take COMM 105, get three credits, travel, compete and have fun. COMM 105 is both an academic class and a competitive team. Students will prepare speeches and travel throughout the Northwest to competitions with students in other colleges - both community colleges and universities. All travel costs are covered by CSI. The team will even travel to Washington, D.C. in the spring. Not only will they get excellent speech and communication training, they'll broaden their knowledge of current events, history, critical thinking, and argumentation.

Please share with the students you think will benefit from this program. For more information, please contact Beth Hewes at  bhewes@csi.edu or 208-732-6776.

Beth Hewes
Professor of Communication / Director of Forensics 
bhewes@csi.edu | 208-732-6776
 

Photography
2017 Spring Photography Courses 

Here are a few more classes that need help filling this semester. These are fun classes even if you aren't a photography major! 

Ben Lustig
Associate Professor, Photography 
blustig@csi.edu | 208-732-6756
 

GNED
A Few General Education Class Options for Students
Here are two options for students who need a general education class or an elective. 



Clark Draney
Eglish, Languages, and Philosophy Department Chair
cdraney@csi.edu | 208-732-6810
 

ProfessionalGrant
Congratulations to Professional Development Grant Recipients
The CSI Foundation is pleased to announce that over $11,000 has been awarded to the following applicants for Professional Development:
 
  • Tonya Bowcut - Attend the Association of Career and Technical Education Conference
  • Samra Culum - Travel to Institutions that belong to Campus Compact in order to develop civic engagement opportunities for CSI students
  • Susan Narasimham - Training for simulation effectiveness
  • Dawnette Reis - Attend the National ASLTA Conference
  • Mevlida Teffer - Training for management of institutional compliance with the Clery Act
Debra J. Wilson
CSI Foundation Executive Director
dwilson@csi.edu | 208-732-6245


MiniGrant
Congratulations to Mini Grant Recipients
The CSI Foundation is pleased to announce that over $14,000 in Mini Grant funds have been awarded to applicants for the following projects:
 
  • Furniture for foyer of GRM Building - Rosey Alberdi
  • Microsoft Surface Book - Business Department - Julie Heithecker
  • Family resource materials - Early Childhood Education Toddler Lab - Patty McFarling
  • Outdoor musical instruments - Early Childhood Learning Center - Jennifer Patterson
  • Tablets - Collision Repair Technology - Bryan Wittine
Debra J. Wilson
CSI Foundation Executive Director
dwilson@csi.edu | 208-732-6245


Archway
 City of Twin Falls Archway Design


Josh Palmer
City of Twin Falls Public Information Officer


Glasses
Share This Discount With Our Students


Aubrey Nielsen
Children's Clear Vision


PlanetariumScheduleEvents at the Herrett Center This Week

Herrett Center for Arts and Science        
College of Southern Idaho
Museum, Planetarium, Observatory
Year round hours. *
 
*Closed Sundays, Mondays, and federal holidays.
Tuesdays
9:30 am to 9:00 pm
Wednesdays
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Thursdays
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Fridays
9:30 am to 9:00 pm
Saturdays
1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
 
Public Event Schedule for January 2017
Day
Time
Event
 
Friday, January 6th 
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.
8:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Rock On Demand.
 
Saturday, January 7th 
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Observatory: Cabin Fever Day Solar Observing.
11:30 am
Planetarium: Cabin Fever Day Live Sky Tour.
12:30 am
Planetarium: Cabin Fever Day Live Sky Tour.
1:30 pm
Planetarium Show: One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
2:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.
3:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West.
4:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.
8:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Flight of the Butterflies.
 
Tuesday, January 10th
6:15 to 9:00 pm
Observatory: Telescope Tuesday observing session.
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.

Rick Greenawald
Manager, Faulkner Planetarium
rgreenawald@csi.edu | 208-732-6659

Centennial Observatory

Saturday, January 7 th , 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Cabin Fever Day solar viewing -Enjoy safe, close-up views of the Sun through specially filtered telescopes that show sunspots, solar prominences, granulation, and active regions.  Free admission.
Tuesday, January 10th, 6:15 to 9:00 PM
Telescope Tuesday -Waxing gibbous (97%) moon, Venus, Mars, Neptune, Uranus.  Admission: $1.50, ages 6 and under free, free to all with paid planetarium admission.

Chris Anderson
Production Specialist & Observatory Coordinator
canderson@csi.edu | 208-732-6663


FeverCabin Fever Day at the Herrett Center
 
Make the Herrett Center for Arts and Science one of your Cabin Fever Day stops this Saturday, Jan. 7! From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the whole family can enjoy free, safe, close-up views of the Sun through specially filtered telescopes as well as other activities for kids going on in the Herrett's Rick Allen Room. While you're here, take the family to a full-dome show in the Faulkner Planetarium. The newest program, 'Secret Lives of the Stars,' will show at 2:30, 4:30, and 7 p.m. Other shows will be available throughout Cabin Fever Day hours and all afternoon and evening. The Herrett Center is located at the North College Road entrance to the College of Southern Idaho.

Herrett Center Front Desk
208-732-6655
 

SOARHelp New Students Register for S.O.A.R. So They'll Be Successful at CSI


S.O.A.R. is an all day program that is required for all students who are new to college and are degree seeking. All recent high school graduates must also attend S.O.A.R., even if you took dual credit college classes while in high school. S.O.A.R. is designed to introduce you to the essential tools for success at the College of Southern Idaho. During your time here at S.O.A.R., you will also  meet with an advisor and register for classes . You can  register for S.O.A.R. in MyCSI .
Before registering, you will need to have retrieved your PIN and have your student ID# available. This information was contained in your acceptance email. There is a $25 fee to attend S.O.A.R. You may also register up to three parents/guests to attend with you. There is a $10 fee per parent/guest to cover the cost of their lunch. Please have your debit card, credit card, or E- check information ready when registering for a session.
SOAR sessions for new Spring students:
 
January 6: Idaho Falls Center
January 7: Twin Falls Campus
January 9: Blaine County Center
January 11: Twin Falls Campus
January 12: Mini-Cassia Center

CSI Admissions
admissions@csi.edu  | 208-732-6221
 

RATRandom Acts of Theater Presents "God of Carnage"
 

The Random Acts of Theatre Players proudly present Tony award winning play "God of Carnage" by Yasmina Reza, directed by Tony Mannen.
 
God of Carnage explores the intricacies of human relationships and social interactions with and without filters. Alan and Annette come to Michael and Veronica's home to discuss a playground altercation between their sons which results in one child's teeth being knocked out. What starts as a civil discourse quickly dissolves into a series of "Punch and Judy" style interactions between all four people involving vomit, art books, a cell phone and a hamster. That's just the tip of what goes on in this fast paced, sharp witted hit that played on Broadway and was made into a movie.
 
Show dates are January 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30 pm AND Saturday January 14 at 2:30 pm at the CSI Fine Arts Center Theatre.

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or online at www.ratplayers.com. (online tickets are subject to a small convenience fee.)

Tamara Harmon
tharmon@csi.edu  | 208-732-6249
 

CommunityEdCSI Community Education Offers Judo
The CSI Community Education Center is offering two Judo classes in the spring 2017 semester taught by Bryan Matsuoka. The classes are ongoing and will take place from January 12 through May 12.

"Judo for Beginners: The Gentle Way" meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 - 7 p.m. in CSI Rec Center 231A. Judo is an Olympic sport with a rich history and tradition. It is a great workout for anyone ages 8+up and is an excellent sport for cross training. In this class, students will learn break falls, throwing, mat or ground techniques, and submission holds. The traditions of Judo, which include self-respect, respect for others, and property, will also be discussed in the class. Students will get the opportunity to compete in local tournaments and learn from guest teachers from the USA and Foreign Elite Rosters. Students may begin this class at any time during the semester. The registration fee is $70. Gi rental is available for $20.

"Advanced Judo" meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 - 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 - 11 a.m. in CSI Rec Center 231A. This course is designed for those interested in self-defense, recreation, competition, and/or rank advancement in the Olympic sport of Judo. This class will enable students to continue their studying and cumulative learning with additional throwing, pinning, and ground techniques, submission holds, arm locks, formal Judo kata or forms/demonstrations, and lifestyle. Advanced students will have the opportunity to travel to regional and/or national events with the group. Pre-requisite includes instructor approval, Judo gi (uniform), and United States Judo Federation and Club membership ($65/year). Students may begin this class at any time during the semester with permission from the head instructor. The registration fee is $80. Gi rental is available for $20.

Students can register or learn more about this and other classes at csi.edu/communityed, by going to the CSI Community Education Center, or by calling (208) 732-6442. Class size is limited so early registration is suggested.

Camille Barigar
CSI Fine Arts Center
cbarigar@csi.edu  | 208-732-6288
 

HerrettForumHerrett Forum: "Over the Rainbow: The LGBTQ Experience in the Magic Valley"
 
In his Herrett Forum lecture "Over the Rainbow," Brandon will share his experiences of growing up queer in the Magic Valley and discuss how he uses his art to explore the depths of LGBTQ repression with generous offerings of love and laughter to guide his audience to become blossoming souls of acceptance.

Brandon Scott Tesch is a Twin Falls hairdresser, performance artist, and a leading light in the local LGBTQ community. A native of the Magic Valley, Brandon experienced first-hand the stigma and prejudice of growing up gay in rural America. Mastering the art of styling hair and cultivating a loyal and loving clientele have been his professional focus over the last 17 years. Brandon also has a passion for the performing arts. When Brandon was 15, he discovered his alter ego, Ursula, a superhero version of himself that he uses to address the social stigmas and conflicts confronting the LGBTQ community. Last year, Brandon/Ursula created and performed Snake Snails and Puppy Dog Tails, a CSl Fine Arts Stage Door series production documenting Brandon's gender bending realization that his gender identity lies  "somewhere over the rainbow" -somewhere in the middle of the male-female gender spectrum. Brandon has also produced two benefit shows for Magic Valley Pride, delivered a spectacular performance in The Vagina Monologues, and contributed a presentation for Tedx Twin Falls.

Teri Fatig
Herrett Center Director
tfatig@csi.edu | 208-732-6501
 

Jerome
Community Education Classes at the CSI Jerome Center

 
Survival Spanish-Beginning
Enjoy Learning Spanish in a comfortable and relaxed environment. There is no grammar, very little writing, and no tests! You will have fun learning common phrases by conversing with each other. This is the perfect course if you are a beginner or need a refresher course.

Days: Thursday                  
Dates: Jan. 19 - Mar. 9
Time: 6-8 p.m.                   
Location: Jerome Center
Cost: $99               
Instructor: Lupe Corbin
 
For more information or to register visit  http://communityed.csi.edu o r call (208) 324-5101.

Anna Dovenmuehler
Jerome Center Coordinator
adovenmuehler@csi.edu | 208-732-6464


Boxing40th Annual CSI Cowboy + Cowgirl Boxing Smoker
 
Steve Birnie
Rodeo Head Coach
sbirnie@csi.edu | 208-732-6620
 

BobJames Moulson Memorial Dinner and Wine Tasting
 
Bob Moulson
Former CSI Employee
208-731-0222
 

BasketballCSI Student Recreation Department 3on3 Basketball


Travis Bunker
Health, Recreation, and Fitness Instructor
tbunker@csi.edu | 208-732-6478
 

P20Save the Date for the P20 Conference 
 
For more information about the P20 Conference visit: www.csi.edu/p20.

Jon Lord
P20 Conference Leader
jlord@csi.edu | 208-732-6484
 

TeachersTaking Care of Our Teachers Day
All CSI student teachers and faculty are welcome to attend this event for free. There are great strands on nutrition, cooking, and movement, even one from Rudy's. See the flyer below and share with your students...



Evin Fox
Professor of Merit, Early Childhood and Teacher Education
efox@csi.edu | 208-732-6872
 

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