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ScienceCampScience Camp-In at the Herrett Center for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Graders
It's that time of year again! The 2017 Science Camp-In is happening April 7 th and 8 th this year.  If you would like to register your 3 rd , 4 th , or 5 th grader, please print and fill out the registration form and return it to the Herrett Center c/o Laura Browarny along with a check. You can also register in person to pay with cash or a credit card, or over the phone (732-6655) with a credit card. The cost is $50 per child.
 
There are some great new workshops being offered this year, so be sure to register early to make sure your child gets his or her first pick. All workshops fill up on a first come, first served basis and we are only accepting 100 students for the event this year. Don't delay, you will be surprised at how quickly the spots fill up! For more information about the event, visit herrett.csi.edu/exploreherrett.

Laura Browarny
Herrett Center Education Coordinator
lbrowarny@csi.edu | 208-732-6664
 

WorkStudyWork Study Positions are Still Available for Students
If you have a student looking for a part-time job or some extra money there are still work-study positions available for those who qualify!
  • 10 hours a week
  • $8.00 per hour
  • Flexible hours
Open positions are posted at:  http://www.csi.edu/financialAid/workstudy_jobs.asp

Lisa Baker
CSI Financial Aid Advisor
lbaker@csi.edu  | 208-732-6285
 

BridgeCSI's 'Bridge to Success' Program Receives Grant to Continue
The College of Southern Idaho's successful 'Bridge to Success' program will continue for its second summer this year, thanks to a grant from the Idaho National Laboratory and the Idaho STEM Action Center. CSI has been notified that it will receive $20,000 to help first time, degree-seeking students as they transition to college to pursue programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Funding partners also include the CSI Foundation and the J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation.

The ten-week program, offered on the main campus from June 6 to Aug. 10, introduces students to the academic expectations of college, specifically for STEM degrees that require challenging first-semester course work in math. Additionally, the program develops 21 st Century skills that are essential in the classroom and in the workplace, promotes community engaged learning, familiarizes students to valuable campus resources to increase student success, and fosters social and professional networking with peers, industry, and college staff.  

The program is also designed to increase female and minority enrollment in STEM programs and increase math success, which is often a stumbling block for college students.

Students who are interested in signing up for this summer's Bridge to Success are encouraged to contact John Hughes at 208-732-6549 or jhughes@csi.edu. More information about the program, including a short video and online application, can be found at http://www.csi.edu/bridgetosuccess/

John Hughes
Associate Dean of Success
jhughes@csi.edu | 208-732-6549
 

TestSpring Break Schedule for Testing Centers
The Campus and Burley testing centers will have reduced hours for Spring Break.
 
Spring Break Week Schedules For Both Testing Centers
March 20th - 25th 
 
Campus Testing Center
Monday - Friday  
8:00 am-5:00 pm
 
Saturday
CLOSED
 
Burley Testing Center
 
Monday & Tuesday  
 11:00 am-5:00 pm
 
Wednesday - Friday
8:00 am-5:00 pm
 
Valerie Ward
Testing Center Coordinator
vward@csi.edu  | 208-732-6569
 

ChildCareCSI Foundation Child Care Scholarship Spring 2017
CSI Foundation Child Care Scholarship

SPRING 2017


Do you have a student who could benefit from a child care scholarship while they attend college?


Scholarship Due Date: Friday, March 17, 2017
Turn in completed applications to the CSI Financial Aid/Scholarship Office
*Note: Applicant must be a College of Southern Idaho Student, with a cumulative 2.5 GPA.  One application per family accepted.

Childcare Scholarship Application: 

Sarah Danielson
Scholarship Coordinator
sdanielson@csi.edu  | 208-732-6226
 

ElectionsEncourage Students to Vote for CSI Senators March 13-17


Samantha Cavin
Student Body President
 

BurbotSupport CSI Aquaculture Students by Eating at the Snake River Grill


The Snake River Grill in Hagerman is now serving Burbot raised at the CSI hatchery. Anytime someone orders a Burbot meal they will be given a short survey card to help with an ongoing study being conducted by University of Idaho. The Burbot will be on the menu at the Snake River Grill immediately and will go as long as they have fish. Supplies are limited. It might not hurt to call ahead to check availability.

Matt Wilson
Hatchery Manager
mwilson@csi.edu  | 208-732-5545
 

PEOAnnual PEO Chapter Hanging Basket Fundraiser 2017
It's time for the annual  P.E.O.*  Hanging Flower Basket Sale.Kathy Stover, CSI retiree, moved to Boise and passed her duties onto Alice Anderson, another CSI retiree and  PEO  member.
 
*P.E.O. is a Philanthropic Educational Organization that celebrates the advancement of women, supports women's higher education through scholarships, grants, awards and loans to help women achieve their highest educational aspirations. Twin Falls local Chapter D of P.E.O. sponsors this annual flower sale and donates all of the profits from the sales to these higher education projects. P.E.O. Chapter D appreciates your support in our annual fundraiser! Thank you!
 
There are at least five different PEO chapters in Twin Falls and several more around the Magic Valley area. Many of the members are educators, but women from nearly every profession and walk of life all over the world belong.
 
Baskets are $25.00 each (23.58 + 1.42 tax) The baskets are huge and they last all summer long!
 
Baskets varieties this year include: Geraniums in Red, Pink, or Mother Nature's Surprise & Mixed Annuals in a wide variety of colors
 


Ann Keane is helping PEO out with this project and has order forms up at the SSC reception desk that she can interoffice to you if you are interested. Or you can stop by her desk.

Ann has to have the order sheet and payments turned into Alice on Tues., April 4th.
 
They make great Mother's Day Gifts
 
Baskets will be available for pickup Fri., May 12th between 12:00-6:00 pm at the TF Nazarene Church parking lot (1231 Washington St N - across from CSI).
 
Checks can be made payable to PEO Chapter D.

Ann Keane
SSC, Office Specialist
akeane@csi.edu  | 208-732-6530
 

PlanetariumHerrett Center Planetarium and Observatory Schedule 

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
Day
Time
Event
 
Tuesday, March 14th
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Asteroid: Mission Extreme.
 
Wednesday, March 15th
7:30 pm
Herrett Forum Lecture: Oasis in the Desert by Curtis Johnson.
 
Friday, March 17th 
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Eclipse: The Sun Revealed.
8:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Titans of the Ice Age.
 
Saturday, March 18th 
1:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Perfect Little Planet.
2:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Eclipse: The Sun Revealed.
3:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.
4:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Asteroid: Mission Extreme.
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Secret Lives of Stars.
8:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Flight of the Butterflies.
 
*** SPRING BREAK WEEK ***
 
Tuesday, March 21st
12:00 - 3:00 pm
Spring Break Activity: Treasure Boxes.
1:30 pm
Planetarium Show: One World. One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure.
2:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Dream To Fly.
3:15 - 4:30 pm
Spring Break Activity: Paper Airplanes.
3:30 pm
Planetarium Show: Eclipse: The Sun Revealed.
6:00 pm
Reptile Revue: Reptile program.
7:00 pm
Planetarium Show: Dream To Fly.

Spring Break at the Herrett Center

The Herrett Center for Arts and Science at the College of Southern Idaho announces spring break planetarium shows and afternoon drop-in activities for the entire family, Mar. 21 to 25.
The Faulkner Planetarium offers an expanded public show schedule with 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. shows Tuesday through Friday. These shows are in addition to the regular schedule of planetarium shows. The 'Explore Herrett' program offers free activity classes from noon to 3 and 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.
From noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Mar. 21 will be Treasure Boxes; participants will use the art of collage to decorate treasure boxes to take home. Sun Catchers will be the Wednesday activity. Create decorative window hangings using colorful tissue paper and other items. Feel free to bring your own leaves or flowers to use if you like. Mask Making is the activity for Thursday. Create your own colorful mask using feathers, sequins and other materials. Fling It Friday is back on Friday, Mar. 24. Try your hand at using an atlatl to throw a spear, just like Idaho's prehistoric hunters.
The daily 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Explore Herrett activity, Paper Airplanes, ties in with the new planetarium show opening Tuesday, Mar. 21, Dream To Fly, which traces the history of humankind's desire to fly to the first manned flight attempts. Dream To Fly will run at 2:30 and 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Regular admission prices apply for Dream To Fly; there is no charge for the Paper Airplanes activity.
The planetarium is offering other shows as well. The 1:30 p.m. shows during the week are One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure on Tuesday, Perfect Little Planet on Wednesday, The Accidental Astronauts on Thursday and Solar System Odyssey on Friday. The 3:30 p.m. show each day is Eclipse: The Sun Revealed. This show reveals the mysteries behind solar eclipses and prepares the audience for the total solar eclipse that will slice across central Idaho on Aug. 21 of this year, an event not to be missed.
Additionally, the center is offering a planetarium ticket promotion during spring break. Purchase regular price tickets to any planetarium show and receive $2 off your tickets to any other show on the same day. You will be required to purchase the tickets to both shows at the same time. This ticket special is only good March 21 to 25.
The Herrett Center is open to the public 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays and 1 to 9 p.m. Saturdays. The Center is closed Sundays, Mondays and federal holidays. Admission to the museum galleries is free. Planetarium admission prices are $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $4 for children ages 2 - 17; children under the age of 2 are admitted free.
The Herrett Center for Arts and Science and Faulkner Planetarium are located on the College of Southern Idaho campus in Twin Falls, Idaho. For more information, visit the Herrett Center's web page at http://herrett.csi.edu or call (208) 732-6655.

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

Observatory Activities This Month

Saturday, March 25th, 8:30-9:30 pm
"Earth Hour" telescope viewing - For one hour on this night, people all over the world are asked to turn off all unnecessary lights as a gesture of energy conservation. Why not come to the observatory and enjoy the dark skies? Mars, double stars. Free Admission.

Chris Anderson
Centennial Observatory Coordinator
canderson@csi.edu | 208-732-6663


BrownBagBrown Bag 
























Wednesday, 3/15/17, Hepworth 176, 12:00 pm, with Tiffany and Jan

Thursday, 3/16/17, Hepworth 176, 1:00 pm with Evin Fox 
 
Friday, 3/17 /17, TAB 211, 8:00 am with Shane Brown

We are using the format of gathering together over a meal, snack, or drinks, to discuss in an informal setting our professional lives at the College of Southern Idaho, making our students' college experiences rich and engaging. Please come and be a part of this learning community. If there is a topic you would like to discuss, please contact one of us.

Shane Brown, Jan Carpenter, Evin Fox, Tiffany Seeley-Case
TFCommEd
Twin Falls Community Education Classes 


Hip Hop 
In the eight-week course, students will be introduced to and explore the many different styles of hip/hop street dance. They'll learn an ongoing routine, so they will have a finished product by the end of class. This class is designed for adults and students 12 and up who have always wanted to learn hip hop dance but didn't want to sign up for formal classes with experienced dancers through a studio. It promises to be a fun way to exercise to energizing music while learning a new dance form.

Days:  Tuesdays
Dates:  March 28-May 16
Time:  6:30-7:30 pm
Location:  Gym 304
Cost:  $80
Instructor:  Keesha Olander

Students can register or learn more about these 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
Fine Arts Special Events Coordinator
cbarigar@csi.edu | 208-732-6288


WorkshopFree Student Workshops
 
Kat Powell
Learning Assistance Coordinator
kpowell@csi.edu | 208-732-6685
 

HistoryFilmsBlack History & Women's History Film Series
***DATES HAVE CHANGED DUE TO SNOW DAYS. 
Please see text description below and do not go off of the poster dates.***


The College of Southern Idaho Diversity Council will celebrate Black History Month and Women's History Month with significant films that will be shown, free of charge. 

The last film of this series will be 'Makers: Women Who Make America' at 7 p.m. Thursday, Mar. 16, which documents the sweeping social revolution in American history as women strive for their full and fair share of political power, economic opportunity, and personal autonomy.

This film is free of charge and open to the public. It will be shown in the CSI Student Union building.

Peri Gardner
Diversity Council Advisor
pgardner@csi.edu | 208-732-6867
 

Community Education Classes 

NORTH SIDE LECTURE SERIES 2017:
GOODING COUNTY FACES THE OTHER ENEMY DURING WWI by Kelly Kast
From 1917 to 1919 the world went to war against  one of the deadliest enemies it has ever faced. An enemy so efficient in its ability to kill, it would take months from the time it killed its first victim until scientists were even able to identify it. This enemy killed indiscriminately, but it was especially efficient at killing the healthiest of the world's younger adults. No nation could defeat it, and it remains undefeated to this day. During its murderous rampage, this enemy killed an estimated 50 million people. Because this enemy could not be seen or heard, most learned of its existence as it tore through towns, villages and cities, leaving a trail of death and despair behind. At the time, news reporters called it the Great Spanish Flu. Where this flu actually started is a debate among scientists, but the damage it caused is undebatable and reverberates to this day. As with cities and small towns across the globe, Gooding County did not escape this enemy unscathed. Join us and hear how the people of Gooding County rallied, as they have from the time of the first settlers, to assist the survivors and keep their towns and their county moving forward.

Kelly Kast was born and raised in Gooding County and has spent many years researching and writing about the intriguing history of south-central Idaho. Kelly was a staff writer for the Gooding County Leader for seven years and its editor for three years. She has published many history articles with Idaho Magazine. Kelly currently works for the Idaho State Police and in 2013 published Without Compromise, the history of the Idaho State Police, in celebration of its 75 th anniversary.

Day: Tuesday
Date: March 14
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: North Side Center
Cost: Free Admission
Speaker: Kelly Kast
 
Safe & Effective Web Browsing
Learn effective ways to find what you are looking for in the vast universe that is the world wide web. In this class you'll practice techniques to search for exactly the results you need and filter out those you don't. In addition, you'll learn basic internet safety practices necessary in today's online world.

Days: Wednesday
Dates: Mar. 29 to Apr. 19
Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
Location: IESDB Computer Lab
Cost: $49
Instructor: Randy Bow

Students can learn more about these and other classes at  http://offcampus.csi.edu/northSide/index.asp , by going to the CSI North Side Center, or by calling ( 208) 934-8678 . Class size is limited so early registration is suggested. 
 
Elaine Bryant
North Side and Jerome Center Director
ebryant@csi.edu | 208-934-8678


NSLS
Charles Duhigg to Speak to CSI Students
Charles Duhigg is participating in a broadcast event sponsored by the CSI chapter of The National Society of Leadership and Success. The event will be on  March 14, at 5:00 PM  in the  Fine Arts Building,  and is free to all students, staff and faculty. The event will be streamed live and hosted by New Jersey City University in Jersey City, N.J. All viewers are invited to submit questions via Twitter and Facebook, which will be answered live during the broadcast.
 
Charles Duhigg, is a Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and productivity expert. His first book, The Power of Habit, has spent over 165 weeks on New York Times bestseller lists and has been translated into 40 languages. His latest book, Smarter Faster Better, explores the science of productivity, and explains that how we think can be as important as what we think. You can learn more about Charles by visiting his website.
 
This is the sixth installment of the 2016-2017 multi-speaker broadcast series sponsored by the Society. The Society's Speaker Broadcast series, which reaches more than 550 college campuses each month during the academic year, is designed to support The National Society of Leadership and Success's overall mission of Building Leaders Who Make a Better World. 
 

About The National Society of Leadership and Success
The National Society of Leadership and Success is the nation's largest leadership honor society. It was founded in 2001 to build a community of like-minded, success-oriented leaders who come together to help one another succeed. The Society offers interactive broadcasts with the nation's best speakers, training in goal setting, and team meetings in which students set and hold each other accountable for achieving goals. These benefits, which aim to help members personally and professionally, are offered for the rest of their lives. Today, the Society has chapters on more than 550 college and university campuses nationwide and serves more than 680,000 members. For more information, please visit  www.societyleadership.org  . Follow the Society on Twitter @theNSLS, and Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/theNSLS.  
 
About NASPA
NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education is the leading association for the advancement, health, and sustainability of the student affairs profession. Their work provides high-quality professional development, advocacy, and research for 15,000 members in all 50 states, 25 countries, and 8 U.S. territories. Visit  naspa.org  for more information.

Samra Culum
Student Development Coordinator
sculum@csi.edu | 208-732-6223



MortgageBanking
Upcoming Classes for Mortgage Banking

Merry Olson
Career Services Coordinator
molson@csi.edu | 208-732-6306


HerrettForumMarch Herrett Forum "Oasis in the Desert"

South central Idaho's heaviest traffic today may be on Blue Lakes Boulevard or Interstate 84, but turn back the clock 152 years and the busiest place in the valley was the Rock Creek Station and Stricker home site south of Hansen.

Curtis Johnson, whose great-aunt Gladys Stricker lived there as a child, will discuss the history of Magic Valley's oldest settlement at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mar. 15 in his Herrett Forum address 'Oasis in the Desert.' The Rock Creek site was an important stop along the huge 19 th Century westward migration. Many of the pioneers continued toward Oregon or California and a few put roots down here in the Idaho Territory. Johnson is the past president of Friends of Stricker, Inc., a non-profit organization that assists the Idaho State Historical Society in preserving and restoring the Stricker site.

Doors open at 7 p.m. and the event begins at 7:30. It is free and open to everyone.

The Herrett Forum is a monthly series of presentations generally held the third Wednesday evening of each month during the school year. Topics are coordinated by the Herrett Forum Committee, a group of community individuals dedicated to bringing high quality presentations to Twin Falls. No tickets are required for this free public lecture. The Herrett Center for Arts and Science is located on the north side of the College of Southern Idaho campus at the North College Road entrance.

Teri Fattig
Director of Library & Herrett Center
tfattig@csi.edu | 208-732-6501
 

EagleWednesdayEncourage High School Juniors and Seniors to Attend Eagle Wednesday

Eagle Wednesday is an opportunity for Seniors around the Magic Valley to visit the campus and create a unique customized schedule that meet your specific needs; sessions will vary from general admissions requirement, financial aid/scholarships, student activities, student recreation center, student housing, honors program, student disabilities, college athletics, and major advising.

Visit the link below to RSVP Now: 

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


LegalFree Legal Clinic for Students


To assist students in addressing legal problems and issues, the College of Southern Idaho provides a free legal clinic. Once per month, local attorneys are available to assist students in obtaining proper resources, preparing pro se documents, and by explaining legal rights and processes.      

Appointments will be available from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in half hour increments. If you are interested in further information or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact the Office of Student Affairs (732-6224).     

Once you have set your appointment, complete and return the     interview questionnaire    to Student Activities at least one day prior to your scheduled appointment (FAX 736-4705 or e-mail  rlopez@csi.edu ). 

Spring 2017 Free Legal Clinics Schedule   

Thursday, March 16, 2017   
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm   

Thursday, April 20, 2017   
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm    

Thursday, May 18, 2017   
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm     
 
Rosa Lopez
Administrative Assistant, Office of Student Affairs
rlopez@csi.edu  | 208-732-6289


VMonoCSI Pride Alliance and Oh La La! Present 'Vagina Monologues'
  C SI Pride Alliance Club and Oh La La! a local business, have partnered up to host the Vagina Monologues, here at CSI in the Auditorium,  March 17th at 7 pm, and March 18th at 2 pm and 7 pm. The Vagina Monologue are  made up of a varying number of monologues read by a varying number of women (THI, and more recently LGBTQ issues). Each of the monologues deals with an aspect of the  feminine experience , among others, touching on matters such as  sex love rape , and much more. A recurring theme throughout the piece is the vagina as a tool of female empowerment, and the ultimate embodiment of individuality.
 CSI students and Employees can purchase tickets for 10 dollars at the CSI box office or down stairs in the SUB from now until the show. They can also support the club by purchasing chocolates, necklaces, and bracelets as well. All ticket proceeds go toward a resource center on campus to help with sexual and domestic abuse.   
 
Jennifer Zaccone
Counselor
jzaccone@csi.edu  | 208-732-6260


SafetyFest8th Annual CSI Safety and Business Fest of the Great Northwest
Hundreds of business owners and exhibitors are expected to participate in the eighth annual Safety and Business Fest of the Great Northwest that will be held at the College of Southern Idaho Health Science building March 20 - 22. Those who would like to participate in one or multiple sessions are encouraged to reserve their place soon.

The event is hosted by the College of Southern Idaho Workforce Training Center, Idaho Small Business Development Center, Region IV Development Association, Southern Idaho Manufacturing Safety and Health Association, Idaho Department of Transportation, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Event sponsors include K&T Steel, Commercial Creamery, Snake River Chapter of SHRM, Glanbia Nutritionals, Chobani, Falls Brand, Clif Bar Baking Company, Lamb Weston, Idaho Milk Products and Tessenerlo Group. The event includes a trade show and nearly 40 classes on topics aimed at reducing hazards that can cause injuries, illness or fatalities. Over the years, it has become southern Idaho's key event for safety and business training and networking.

All events and classes are free of charge but registration is required. To register online, go to http://safetyfest.csi.edu. For questions, please contact CSI Workforce Development Specialist Stefanie Hauff at 732-6310 or shauff@csi.edu. For information on being an exhibitor, please contact Sonya Haines at safetyfest@csi.edu.

Stephanie Hauff
Workforce Development Specialist
shauff@csi.edu | 208-732-6310
 

TriCSI Student Rec. Encourages You to Try a Tri 
CSI Student Recreation
Try a Tri (or3) Winter/Spring Indoor Series
Sign-up with John Twiss, 732-6470 or  jtwiss@csi.edu. Space is limited so sign-up early!
$5.00 for CSI Students, $10 for All Others

Race #3 - March 24 & 25

Swim 600 yards:   Friday morning at City Pool, 6:00 am 1st heat begins, 2nd heat starts at 6:30 am, 3 rd heat starts at 7:00 am etc.

Bike - 36 minutes:   Saturday morning in spinning room of CSI Student Rec. Center Saturday morning 8:00 am 1 st heat begins, 8:40 am 2 nd heat starts, 3 rd heat starts at 9:20 am etc. Participants must keep your heart rate over 65% of max entire 36 minutes.

Run - 2.25 mile:   Immediately after the 36 minute bike ride - either on the indoor track CSI Rec. Center or outside on campus if snow is clear.

John Twiss
Director of Recreation
jtwiss@csi.edu | 208-732-6470


   

With Ansina Durham and Sandy Wapinski
Wednesday, March 15th at 12 noon
Library Quiet Room

Please bring a friend and join us for a 'make-it-and-take-it'
butterfly theme art project and treats. 
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
jheatwole@csi.edu | 208-732-6269

PERSIPERSI Trainings Coming to Campus
No matter where you are in your career, it is always a good time to learn about your retirement.

PERSI trainers will be on campus March 16th conducting different trainings based on different needs. The time and date of the trainings are listed below.

Please RSVP by clicking on the RSVP link below the box that best suits your retirement needs.

 



Anita Tatge
Benefits Coordinator
atatge@csi.edu | 208-732-6206

CommunicationTrainingFundamentals of Management and Communication Training is March 22
 
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
jheatwole@csi.edu | 208-732-6269

Sustainability8th Annual Sustainability Fair and Earth Day Festivities on Campus
The College of Southern Idaho's Sustainability Council will hold its 8th annual Sustainability Fair and Earth Day festivities from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Apr. 21, in CSI's Student Union building.

Organizers invite businesses, agencies and individuals who are interested in highlighting their environmental products, services, research efforts and ideas. Interested companies and individuals should request exhibit space by contacting professor Randy Smith at 732-6817 of rsmith@csi.edu or professor Jan Simpkin at 732-6840 or jsimpkin@csi.edu. The Student Union building will accommodate approximately 40 vendors.

The event is meant to increase understanding of earth-friendly, sustainable products and ideas that can include solar and wind energy, weatherization, building energy conservation, recycling, gardening, organic and locally produced foods, green business development, and electric and hybrid vehicles. The event is free and open to everyone and will provide visitors with lots of information and prizes.

Randy Smith
Professor, Biology
rsmith@csi.edu |  208-732-6817


We're Here to Help
Help
Did you know that you can talk to a registered nurse about your concerns? We offer support for members with chronic health conditions, including educational materials and follow-up phone calls to help you manage your condition. We specialize in the following conditions, among others:  
                  • Diabetes
                  • Cancer
                  • Depression
                  • Heart Disease
                  • High Blood Pressure
                  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Talk to a nurse care manager about your urgent or ongoing needs, call 800-442-5305.


Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
jheatwole@csi.edu | 208-732-6269

 
The editors at AARP have filtered through numerous medical journals and studies to identify the best actions you can take to achieve a longer, fuller life. We know there are no guarantees. But genetics account for just 25 percent of a person's longevity. The rest is up to you. With this collection of some of the most important longevity findings, you'll have the road map you need to get to 80, 90, 100 or beyond.
1. Frozen is fine
You can eat a balanced diet even when fresh fruits and vegetables are out of season because frozen can be as good as or even better for life-extending nutrients. British scientists found that fresh fruit can lose nutrients after three days of refrigeration, while frozen fruits don't suffer the same fate. Another study similarly found that frozen blueberries contained more vitamin C than fresh ones. 
2. Cut back on pain pills
Regular use of painkillers such as ibuprofen and naproxen - including over-the-counter brands such as Advil, Motrin and Aleve - may raise your risk of heart attack and stroke by 10 percent, according to a 2014 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel review. (Prescription-strength versions may increase your risk by 20 to 50 percent, even after just a few weeks of use.) Reserve these drugs for severe pain, and use the lowest possible dose for the shortest amount of time. 
3. Please go to bed
Consistently sleeping less than six hours a night nearly doubles your risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a review of 15 studies published in the European Heart Journal. Another study found that consistently sleep-deprived people were 12 percent more likely to die over the 25-year study period than those who got six to eight hours of sleep a night. These tips from the National Sleep Foundation can help ensure that you get good quality shut-eye, even if you're among the half of people over 60 who have insomnia: 
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
jheatwole@csi.edu | 208-732-6269

  
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
jheatwole@csi.edu | 208-732-6269

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Nondiscrimination Statement:  It is the policy of the College of Southern Idaho to comply with all federal, state and local authorities requiring nondiscrimination, including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Executive Orders 12898 (Environmental Justice) and 13166 (Limited English Proficiency).  College of Southern Idaho is an equal opportunity employer. The college does not exclude from participation in, deny the benefits of, or subject any individual to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, income, protected veteran status, limited English proficiency, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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