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Did you know that the average (median) number of credits that Associate Degree graduates earned upon graduation in 2016-17 was 79? That's down from 86 in 2008-09.
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(Source: CSI Internal Reporting
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"Did You Know?" brought to you by the CSI Office of Institutional Effectiveness.
Chris Bragg
Associate Dean of Institutional Effectiveness
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The deadline has been extended to December 3, 2017!
Have you ever wondered what method is most effective when it comes to communicating with or marketing to your students? Have them take the CSI Media Preferences Survey to find out! This survey will close December 3, 2017, and we will share what we find out. Also, your students may enter to win a $150 Amazon gift card for completing the survey.
Kimberlee LaPray
Public Information Officer
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 Thank you to Clif Bar and the Crane Family for a donation of 5,000 Clif Bars to Gilbert's Pantry!
Gilbert's pantry is a food pantry
CSI Student Services opened to assist CSI students who are food deficient.
Rosa Lopez
Administrative Assistant, Student Affairs
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Why might you need your photo taken?
- All new employees need to have their photos taken
- Updates for old photos
- Updates for bad quality or low resolution photos
- Because you look or feel better than you did in your last photo
The next Faculty/Staff photo shoots will be:
- From 9 - 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, in the Canyon building studio.
- From 10 - 11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 8, in room 248 of the Student Union
After the photo shoot you will receive a copy of your new photo that you are welcome to use as you please. The Public Information Office will put your new photo on the CSI website. Free service to all CSI and CSI auxiliary agency employees. No appointment necessary.
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Hello Faculty,
I hope your fall semester is going well. I am the CSI faculty representative for the Barry Goldwater Scholarship. This
scholarship covers eligible expenses for undergraduate tuition, fees, books, and room and board, up to a maximum of $7,500 annually, for students entering their junior or senior year. These students need to have outstanding potential and intend to pursue research careers in mathematics, the natural sciences, or engineering. M
any college majors are eligible for this scholarship. Eligibility specifications and application information can be found at the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program webpage.
The application deadline is
December 8, 2017
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The
application materials need to be uploaded to the scholarship webpage by this date.
The January deadline on the Barry Goldwater Scholarship webpage is CSI's nomination deadline, not your application deadline.
If you have a student interested in applying, now is the time to get started. The application process is somewhat extensive.
- There is a pre-application form to fill out.
- There is an application form to fill out after your pre-application has been approved.
- Past and current college transcripts need to be collected.
- Proof of US citizenship, or a Letter of Intent to become a US citizen, needs to be provided.
- A two page essay needs to be written.
- Three online recommendation letters need to be written; at least two of which need to come from faculty members.
If you have been asked to write an online recommendation letter, please do so. The student's application will not be processed by the national board without these letters.
If your student is interested in applying, please feel free to contact Nolan Rice. His office is Shields 206F on the Twin Falls campus.
Nolan Rice
Professor of Merit, Mathematics
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Betty Slifer (CSI retiree) is helping her
P.E.O. Chapter CI raise money for educational scholarships for women and your help would be appreciated. It's easy and won't cost you an extra penny.
Location:
Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Twin Falls
Barnes & Noble Website (add /bookfairs to your log-in)
Dates:
Saturday, December 2, through Friday, December 8, 2017
Saturday in Twin Falls tell the check-out clerk you want to support the Book Fair.
At check-out you must
provide code #12256673
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If you are shopping Barnes & Noble online, enter code #12256673.
Either in store or online, a percentage of your purchase expense (not from gift cards) will go to support educational scholarships for women.You will gain great gifts, our gratitude & the satisfaction of knowing you are helping women improve their lives through education. Thanks!
Approved by Idaho State Chapter Executive Board on September 16, 2017
" P.E.O. chapters support the educational and charitable funds of the P.E.O. Sisterhood, but are not classified as charitable by the IRS. Therefore, donations to individual chapters do not meet the IRS requirements for a charitable income tax deduction. P.E.O. shall not be liable in any way for any goods and services supplied by third-party vendors or public establishments."
Ann Keane
Office Specialist
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Ben Lustig
Associate Professor, Photography
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Jesse Clark
Adjunct Instructor, Health Recreation and Fitness
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The CSI NAfME (National Association for Music Education) is producing a cookbook as a fundraiser. It will go on sale and be available at the CSI Bookstore or directly from any NAfME member.
The book contains well over 100 delicious recipes under several categories and sells for $15.00 plus tax.
It will go on sale Monday, November 27. It would make a great Christmas present! Buy one for yourself and several for gifts.
Gene Conley
Music Librarian
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Jacob McCue
Academic Coach
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Monday, December 4, 2017, is the Spring 2018, Priority Processing Date for
CSI Financial Aid. In order to have financial aid available for the first disbursement date for Spring 2018,
FAFSA and ALL requested financial aid documents must be turned in and be completed by this deadline. If the deadline is missed students can still receive financial aid, however, they must have alternative payment arrangements made. Spring 2018 tuition is due by Friday, January 19, 2018.
What does a complete financial aid file include?
- A student has applied and been accepted into CSI.
- A student must have applied and submitted their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- A student must be in an eligible SAP standing.
- A student must have logged into their Net Partner account, submitted any missing documents, and accepted their awards.
If you have questions about the CSI financial aid application, please contact the
CSI Financial Aid Office, located on the first floor of the Taylor Building, inside the Matrix. They can be reached at 208-732-6274 or
[email protected].
Jennifer Zimmers
Director of Financial Aid
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Congratulations to David Rodriguez, Automotive Technology Professor at the College of Southern Idaho. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Award from the International Association of General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program (IAGMASEP).
Rodriguez heads the Automotive Service Educational Technology program at CSI. This program helps meet the demands that technology has created in the automotive industry, and thus a need for a new generation of automotive technicians has emerged. Rodriguez and his team continue to work hard in order to provide better educational opportunities for CSI's students.
To learn more about the Automotive Service Educational Technology program at CSI, contact David Rodriguez at 208-732-6334 or [email protected].
Terry Patterson
Instructional Dean
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It is my pleasure to announce the 2017 edition of the College of Southern Idaho's literary journal,
Silo, recently published and available at
http://www.csi.edu/silo/. This issue includes visual art from CSI students with selected poetry, short fiction, essays and creative non-fiction from regional writers and students. Please refer your family, friends, and associates to this edition, as word of mouth is always the best way to increase exposure. Happy reading!
Kory Lloyd
Associate Professor, English
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 Herrett Center Activities |
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Herrett Center for Arts and Science
College of Southern Idaho
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Museum, Planetarium, Observatory
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Year round hours. *
*Closed Sundays, Mondays, and federal holidays.
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Tuesdays
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9:30 am to 9:00 pm
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Wednesdays
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9:30 am to 4:30 pm
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Thursdays
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9:30 am to 4:30 pm
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Fridays
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9:30 am to 9:00 pm
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Saturdays
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1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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Tuesday, November 28
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6:15 - 9:00 pm
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Observatory:
Telescope Tuesday
observing session, (weather permitting).
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Solar System Odyssey.
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Friday, December 1st
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Let It Snow!
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8:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon.
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Saturday, December 2nd
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1:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
The Longest Night: A Winter's Tale
and a live sky tour.
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2:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Solar System Odyssey.
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3:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
The Star of Bethlehem
and a live sky tour.
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4:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Planet Nine
and a live sky tour.
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Let It Snow!
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8:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Titans of the Ice Age.
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Tuesday, December 5th
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6:00 pm
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Reptile Revue:
Snakes, lizards and other guests.
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7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Art Reception:
Birdbath Romance and Other Paintings
by Dave Thomas.
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Solar System Odyssey.
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Friday, December 8th
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Let It Snow!
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8:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon.
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Saturday, December 9th
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1:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
The Longest Night: A Winter's Tale
and a live sky tour.
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2:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Solar System Odyssey.
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3:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
The Star of Bethlehem
and a live sky tour.
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4:30 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Planet Nine
and a live sky tour.
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6:15 pm - midnight
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Observatory:
Monthly FREE star party, (weather permitting).
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Let It Snow!
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8:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Titans of the Ice Age.
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Tuesday, December 12th
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6:15 - 9:00 pm
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Observatory:
Telescope Tuesday
observing session, (weather permitting).
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7:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
Let It Snow!
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8:00 pm
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Planetarium Show:
The Star of Bethlehem
and a live sky tour.
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Rick Greenawald
Manager, Faulkner Planetarium
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| Brown Bag Topics This Week |
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~The CSI Brown Bag Committee~
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Topic This Week:
(see below as the topics are different each day)
Wednesdays:
Reflect on our teaching. What went well this semester? What will we do differently next semester?
12:00 - 12:50 p.m.
Hepworth 176
Thursdays:
Raquel will share the highlights of a teaching conference she attended.
1:00 - 1:50 p.m.
Hepworth 176
Fridays:
Open topic as usual.
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Taylor 233
--and/or--
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
HSHS 154
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Kombucha Brewing
Workshop
Date: Nov. 29
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $50
Location: Desert 114
Instructor: Kirsten Clancy
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Days: Wednesdays
Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $20 + $40 supply fee paid to instructor.
Location: 496 Madrona
Instructor: Cody Thornton
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Kid's Plyometrics
Dates: Dec. 19-28
Days: Tuesday - Thursday
Times: 12 - 1 p.m.
Fee: $75
Location: Gym 236
Ages: 6 and up
Instructor: Travis Bunker
Introduction to Strength Training for Young Athletes
Dates: December 19-28
Days: Tuesday-Thursday
Times: 1-2 p.m.
Fee: $75
Location: Gym 236
Ages: 10 and up
Instructor: Travis Bunker
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For more information about any of the above mentioned classes visit:
Camille Barigar
Fine Arts Special Events Coordinator
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Please Join us for the CSI Book Club
Date: November 30, 2017
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Hepworth 150
Our book for Fall 2017 is the following:
Oct 11, 2016
by Jodi Picoult
For more information, please contact Tracey Meyerhoeffer at 208-732-6874 or [email protected].
Tracey Meyerhoeffer
Professor, Paraeducation
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College of Southern Idaho and the American Red Cross are hosting an upcoming blood drive.
Please join our lifesaving mission and schedule an appointment today!
Drive Details:
Site: College of Southern Idaho Student Recreation Center
Address: Falls Avenue, Student Recreation Center, Twin Falls, ID, 83301
Room Name: Student Recreation Center
Date: Thurs Nov 30, 2017
Time: 9:00: AM - 3:00: PM
Coordinator Name: Amber Nicole
Coordinator Phone Number:
Thank you for your help! We need 95 units of blood.
The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community.
Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime.
Thank you for supporting the American Red Cross blood program!
Download the Red Cross Blood Donor App on the
App Store
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Google Play
or text BLOODAPP to 90999. Schedule appointments, get rewards and invite friends to join you on a lifesaving team.
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
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MEN AND WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
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Opponent |
Location |
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Team |
| Dec. 1 |
Salt Lake CC vs. Chemeketa |
Twin Falls, ID |
1:30 pm |
Women |
| Dec. 1 |
Impact Academy vs. Western Wyoming CC |
Twin Falls, ID |
3:30 pm |
Men |
| Dec. 1 |
Lethbridge College |
Twin Falls, ID |
5:30 pm |
Women |
| Dec. 1 |
Planet Athlete Academy |
Twin Falls, ID |
7:30 pm |
Men |
| Dec. 2 |
Salt Lake CC vs. Lethbridge |
Twin Falls, ID |
1:30 pm |
Women |
| Dec. 2 |
Impact Academy vs. Planet Athlete |
Twin Falls, ID |
3:30 pm |
Men |
| Dec. 2 |
Chemeketa |
Twin Falls, ID |
5:30 pm |
Women |
| Dec. 2 |
Western Wyoming CC Military Appreciation Night |
Twin Falls, ID |
7:30 pm |
Men |
| Dec. 5 |
Treasure Valley CC |
Twin Falls, ID |
7:30 pm |
Women |
| Dec. 8 |
Portland CC |
Salt Lake City, UT |
3:00 pm |
Men |
| Dec. 8 |
Air Force Prep |
Salt Lake City, UT |
1:00 pm |
Women |
| Dec. 9 |
Rexburg United |
Salt Lake City, UT |
3:00 PM |
Men |
| Dec. 9 |
New Mexico JC |
Salt Lake City, UT |
1:00 pm |
Women |
Sports Information Director
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Margarita "Alejandra" Hernandez
Multicultural Student Affairs Coordinator
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Paula Sinclair
Magic Valley Symphony
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Dec. 1 - Dec. 2 Taylor 276
Franklin Covey Leadership Training
The price is $350 for faculty and staff. It will be held Friday December. 1st and Saturday December 2nd both from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
CHALLENGE: Consider the price an organization pays when only half the people show initiative, fewer than half feel they can be candid about tough issues, and only a third possess individual work goals, plan their time, or contemplate how to improve their performance. Let's face it. Individual strengths and personal effort drive effective organizations. Unfortunately, with common distractions, conflicting priorities, unclear objectives, poor communication, and lack of trust, it's easy to burn out and lose focus. SOLUTION: Based on the proven principles found in Dr. Stephen R. Covey's best-selling business book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People® Signature Edition 4.0 is training that helps your organization achieve sustained superior results by focusing on making individuals and leaders more effective. Participants gain hands-on experience, applying timeless principles that yield greater productivity, improved communication, strengthened relationships, increased influence, and laser-like focus on critical priorities. The course also includes over 30 award-winning videos. ABOUT THE COURSE: In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Signature Edition 4.0, participants learn how to: take initiative, balance key priorities, improve interpersonal communication, leverage creative collaboration, and apply principles for achieving a balanced life. Participants not only learn, but also use processes and tools to live and apply the 7 Habits. LENGTH OF TRAINING: Two-day course WHERE: This course will be offered in Twin Falls on the CSI Campus. OUR TRAINER: Bryan Matsuoka is a Certified Franklin Covey 7 Habits of Highly Effective People facilitator and brings a wealth of personal knowledge and experience as he has personally used Franklin Covey's business & personal management system for many years.
Dec. 5 - Dec. 19
Quickbooks for Your Business
Please contact Jordan at the Idaho SBDC at CSI at (208) 732-6455 with any questions.
Or, go online to IdahoSBDC.org to register.
Jordan Gentry
Training Coordinator/Office Admin
Small Business Development Center
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December 5 at 3 p.m. in the CSI Student Union Building
Featuring the CSI Percussion Quartet playing works by Steve Reich, Peter Garland, JS Bach, and a tribute to Lou Harrison in celebration of his 100th birthday. Admission is free, but donations to the CSI Music Scholarship Fund are always appreciated.
Camille Barigar
Director of Community Enrichment
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The College of Southern Idaho Music Department presents a performance by the CSI Symphonic Band, under the direction of George K. Halsell, on Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30 PM in the CSI Fine Arts Auditorium. This concert, entitled
Secret Santa
, features music of the holiday season, including two works where composers have hidden Christmas melodies in larger works.
Dr. Halsell will lead the band as they play Johann Sebastian Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, "Train Ride" from Sergei Prokofiev's Winter Holiday, the March of the Belgian Parachutists, by Pierre Leemans, and Pavane and March from Francis Poulenc's Suite Française. The band will also play the overture to Haensel and Gretel by the German composer Engelbert Humperdinck and John Philip Sousa's Manhattan Beach March.
The featured works on the program are the Suite No. 2 from the French composer Georges Bizet's incidental music to the play L'Arlésienne (The Girl from Arles), and the Second Suite for Band, by the British composer Gustav Holst.
Admission to the concert is free, but donations to the CSI Music Scholarship Fund are appreciated. For more information, please contact Dr. Halsell.
George Halsell
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 Tickets are now available for the second performance of the CSI Theater Department's 2017-2018 Season, The Man Who Came to Dinner, directed by Shane Brown. The show will run December 6 - 9 at 7:30 p.m. and December 9 at 2 p.m. in the CSI Fine Arts Theater. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for high school students and seniors. Tickets available at the CSI Box Office, by calling 732-6288, or online at
tickets.csi.edu.
This comedy classic written by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman had a successful run after opening on Broadway in 1939, and subsequently became a film, a musical, and a television movie. Famously outlandish New York City radio wit Sheridan Whiteside, having dined at the home of the Stanleys, slips on their icy doorstep, breaking his hip. A tumultuous six weeks of confinement follow. The irascible Whiteside threatens a lawsuit and monopolizes the Stanley living room; ex-convicts are invited to meals; and transatlantic calls bring a $784 phone bill. The arrival of strange gifts from his friends further destroys domestic tranquility. (It would take a stoical housewife to harbor penguins in her library, an octopus in her cellar, and 10,000 cockroaches in her kitchen.) When Maggie, his secretary, falls in love with the local reporter, Bert Jefferson, Whiteside summons a glamorous actress, Lorraine, to win the affections of the young man. Don't miss this classic American romp!
Camille Barigar
Director of Community Enrichment
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December 7, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the CSI Fine Arts Auditorium
The CSI Jazz Ensemble, featuring students and community members, will perform pieces by Bill Holman, Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, Bob Mintzer, Woody Herman, and Sammy Nestico.
Admission is free, but donations to the CSI Music Scholarship Fund are always appreciated.
Camille Barigar
Director of Community Enrichment
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Are your students looking for possible transfer options? Tell them to check out Lewis Clark State College's campus visit to learn more about on-campus, online and scholarship opportunities. Staff will be here from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 7, in the SUB.
For more information contact Brock Astle at
[email protected] or 208.859.3778 and learn about what great opportunities LCSC can provide you.
Ryan Bigelow
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Anna Dovenmuehler
Jerome Center Coordinator
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Eugene Ballet Company's Nutcracker stands out from all the other holiday shows as the one to see. Since the early 1900s, the Nutcracker has been the most performed and most popular ballet of all time. Danced to Tchaikovsky's memorable score, The Nutcracker is a favorite holiday tradition.
Now in its 35th year, The Eugene Ballet Company is, in the words of the National Endowment for the Arts, "one of the premier touring ballet companies in the United States". Over its 30 year existence, the company has performed the Nutcracker in 32 states and 7 countries. The Nutcracker performances on December 12 and 13 at the CSI Fine Arts Auditorium are a wonderful opportunity for the local community to see this outstanding professional ballet company.
Eugene Ballet Company's Nutcracker features a cast full of nationally and internationally acclaimed dancers. Artistic Director Toni Pimble overflows with enthusiasm when speaking of the talents of this season's performers.
"The Eugene Ballet Company brings dancers from all over the world to the CSI Fine Arts Center stage. Korean principal Yun-Kyung Kim bring technical aplomb and flair while Russian, Petr Orlov explodes onto the stage. Venezuelan Gilmer Duran brings character and magnatism, Leoannis Pupo Guillen acts the role of the Nutcracker with style. Juan Carlos Amy-Cordero's technical prowess is astonishing while long time principal dancer Jennifer Martin combines maturity with grace and technical acuity."
- EBC Artistic Director, Toni Pimble
As has become the custom, local dance students will have the thrill of a lifetime as they perform onstage with the Eugene Ballet Company. Roles to be danced by the children include mice, angels, party children, flowers, and ladybugs. Students were selected by audition and have been actively rehearsing under the guidance off Rayni Capps. "Involvement of local dance students is something that we have always encouraged," according to Toni Pimble, the company's artistic director. "Their experiences with a professional ballet company will be something they will remember for years to come, giving them inspiration beyond their dance studies."
Performances will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on December 12 and 13 at the CSI Fine Arts Auditorium. There are still about 400 tickets available for each night. Tickets, which are $25 for adults and $18 for children high school and under, can be purchased at the CSI Fine Arts Box Office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, online at
http://tickets.csi.edu, or by calling 732-6288.
Camille Barigar
Director of Community Enrichment
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Great news for full-time employees!
You can now purchase a meal plan with Sodexo through payroll deduction!
- Complete this form and return to HR by December 13th for the Spring semester plan
- Deduction runs January through May
- Plan is good for the Taylor Cafe only
- Must be used in the semester purchased (any unused meals will not carry over to the next semester)
- Plans can only be purchased one semester at a time
- Employees who terminate prior to the end of semester will pay out the balance of the plan with their last check
Plan totals and monthly cost:
Starter Plan (16 Meals) $119.77 $23.95
Pride Plan (32 Meals) $230.66 $46.13
Eagle Plan (48 Meals) $336.01 $67.20
Gilbert's Plan (60 Meals) $408.09 $81.62
Click here for more information about on campus dining services.
Ciera Garechana
Benefits Coordinator
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Water - the Elixir of Life
We are fortunate to have two precious commodities and all that comes with them - water and life.
The two are intricately entwined.
Here are some ideas to help with conservation of water and keeping it clean:
- BE THANKFUL for the rain that we get. Consider using rain barrels. Use that collected water to take care of your outside plants.
- Your houseplant, outside potted plant or garden would love to have that half glass of water you are about to pour down the drain.
- If you like to drink cold water, put some in the fridge to get cold instead of standing at the sink letting the water run until it gets cold.
- If you don't plan on drinking water when you go out to eat, let them know you would prefer to not have the water brought to you. While you are at it why not ask them what they do with all the water left in drinking glasses? Do they put it in a bucket and water their outside shrubbery at the end of their working day? If they don't be bold and suggest they do so.
- Brushing your teeth? No need to leave the faucet running during the process.
- Check all indoor and outdoor faucets for leaks. Replace parts when needed.
- Check your hoses for leaks. Replace gaskets when need be.
- Use sustainable cleaners - think about what you might be sending down the drain.
- Take advantage of prescription/medication disposal days. Don't flush those expired or no longer needed pills and liquids down the toilet or down the sink.
- Be PROACTIVE in all things water.
Ann Keane
SSC Office Specialist
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Sergeant Kenneth Menci from the Twin Falls County Sheriff's Office reports that car thefts and home break-ins are on the rise from Castleford and Buhl to Filer, Twin Falls, Kimberly, Hansen, Murtaugh and all areas in between. According to Menci, "
There has been a significant rise in vehicle thefts across the county. A majority of these come from people leaving their car doors unlocked. We would strongly encourage you to make sure you lock your car even if you only plan to leave it unattended for a few moments. Also, the most popular way to get into a home is through the unlocked garage door."
He also suggests that if you are planning on doing your shopping online this holiday season and cannot be home to receive them, you might try having a friend or neighbor receive those packages instead. A good quality cameral system/doorbell can also help local law enforcement agencies identify and arrest the perpetrators.
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
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No Shave November is Back!
Back with the fierce wind and cold air is the 2nd Annual No Shave November! Since I already know you're going to ask: Yes, ladies, you can join! Beards of all sizes, shapes, and colors are welcome throughout the month ending with a contest to celebrate the best among us! Ready, set, go! Now is the time.
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SI Men's and Women's Health Fair is November 30
2:30 - 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, Fine Arts Lobby
All CSI men and women and your spouses are welcome to a Health Fair just for you! There will be vendors representing and offering health and nutrition, financial fitness, wellness screenings and more!
Door prizes and desserts of all kinds will be offered. See you there!
Judy Heatwole, MTD
Wellbeing & Development Coordinator
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PERSI members who are actively at work are eligible to purchase additional term life insurance through NCPERS. Assuring adequate Life Insurance coverage is an important part of financial planning.
Click here for the brochure details of the coverage available, and you are encouraged to review carefully, to see if you choose to take advantage of the financial security that this coverage can provide. You may enroll for this affordable coverage only during the annual open enrollment period beginning September 1 and running through November 30, 2017.Simply fill in each section of the the
enrollment form, print, sign and date the printed form and return it to Anita Tatge in HR no later than November 30, 2017. Please keep in mind if you do not enroll now, you will not have another opportunity until the next open enrollment.
While considering to enroll in this valuable coverage, be aware that your insurance is automatically effective, with no medical evidence requirements. Coverage for your eligible dependents is also automatically included in your monthly premium at no additional charge.
PERSI members who already have enrolled for this coverage do not have to do anything to continue their participation in the insurance program.
Feel free to contact me for any questions you may have.
Anita Tatge
Benefits Coordinator
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Ciera Garechana
Benefits Coordinator
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The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Twin Falls City Hall with guided tours, building dedication, and Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 1. The celebration will be held in conjunction with the annual Festival of Lights Parade on Main Avenue and will host Santa and live music from Twin Falls students at the tree lighting.
The event will celebrate a significant accomplishment by the community that began in September 2014 with the formation of a citizen advisory committee. The committee recommended that the city repurpose the vacant retail building into a new city hall, and repurpose the previous city hall into the Twin Falls Public Safety Campus for police and fire departments. After council approval in 2015, city staff began working with architects to design both city facilities and to coordinate their construction with the Twin Falls Urban Renewal Agency's Main Avenue Redesign project. By coordinating both projects the city and agency minimized construction costs and the impact on downtown businesses.
"It was our citizens who led this public investment and they patiently worked with us during this transition," said Twin Falls City Mayor Shawn Barigar. "Now we want to thank our community by joining us in celebrating the opening of this beautiful new Twin Falls City Hall."
1:00 p.m. City Hall opens for guided public tours
4:00 City Hall Dedication
6:00 Festival of Lights Parade
7:00 Tree Lighting at Downtown Commons with music by Twin Falls students
The city spent approximately $6 million from reserves to repurpose the new facility into a long-term home for current and future city services. With 36,000 square feet for current services and an additional 12,000 square feet of shelled space, the building had ample room for future growth and expanded customer services.
"We want the public to see how their new city hall provides one convenient location for our departments, but we also want them to notice the design and how it encourages greater collaboration among city staff and our community," said Travis Rothweiler, Twin Falls City Manager.
Guided tours of the Twin Falls City Hall will be led by city staff from 1 to 4 p.m., with hot chocolate and refreshments served in the lobby. Department staff will also be available to answer questions. Music at the Grand Opening and Tree Lighting will be performed by concert choirs from Canyon Ridge High School, Robert Stuart and O'Leary Middle Schools, and the Twin Falls High School brass band.
Parking and vehicle traffic will be closed on Main Avenue from Shoshone Street to Idaho Street beginning at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 1. Additionally, all vehicle traffic will be closed on Main Avenue from Eden Street to Idaho Street beginning at 4 p.m. to ensure the safety of parade participants and spectators.
Parking will be available in all public lots on the Second Avenues. The events are expected to attract a large number of people to Downtown Twin Falls, so the public is encouraged to carpool, provide for extra time to reach your destination, and yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
More information about the Grand Opening Celebration will be released on the city website at tfid.org or Facebook and Twitter by following #GrowWithUs
Josh Palmer
City of Twin Falls, PIO
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