CONNECT news
CONNECT Sustainability Conference
The CONNECT Sustainability Conference was held Friday, December 2, 2012 in Plymouth. Over 80 people from all six CONNECT colleges attended, representing disciplines ranging from Chemistry, Engineering and Geography to Political Science, English, and Sociology. 100% of participants reported that they were "satisfied" or "very satisfied" with the event!
Those who were unable to attend are invited to view the keynote presentation from Dr. Debra Rowe, Ph.D., professor of energy management, renewable energy technology and psychology at Oakland Community College, president of the U.S. Partnership for Education for Sustainable Development, and co-founder of the Higher Education Associations Sustainability Consortium (www.aashe.org/heasc). By turns funny, engaging, inspiring, and down-to-earth, Dr. Rowe talked about what sustainability means today, why colleges must incorporate sustainability as part of their core missions, and how campus constituents can overcome roadblocks.
NEW!: Additional conference proceedings and PowerPoint presentations are now available. Click here to view materials.CONNECT Economic Development Summit
As follow-up to the Economic Summit of November 2010, CONNECT has compiled a directory of campus programs and resources meeting workforce training needs in six sectors: Health Care and Life Sciences, Applied Computer Graphics, Small Business Support and Entrepreneurship, Public Service, Renewable Energy/Green Technology, and Marine Science and Technology. To see what programs and trainings our campuses have to offer area employers, and make connections to the appropriate contact person who can help you, click on the directory here.
CONNECT FY2011 Year-End Report Now Available
Read about the past year’s accomplishments in the areas of Economic Development, College Readiness, Leadership in STEM (Science Technology, Engineering and Math), and Sustainability, and learn more about CONNECT’s 22 standing and ad hoc working groups in this compresensive overview of FY2011. Click here to view the report.
Southeastern Massachusetts College Readiness Conference
More than 300 Prek-16 educators and educational policy makers attended CONNECT's Southeastern Massachusetts Regional College Readiness Conference on Wednesday, April 13, 2011, at Indian Pond Country Club in Kingston. "Pathways to College Readiness and College Success" was the theme of the conference featuring a variety of presentations and interactive sessions on how to better prepare our students for college. Presentations of many of the plenary speakers along with recommended readings are available here.
The recommendations for follow-up activites and discussions along with reports on collegial conversations in advising, English, and math, are available here.
connect campus events
Adrienne Danrich, Soprano, "This Little Light of Mine: The Stories of Marian Anderson and Leontyne Price"
Saturday, February 4, 2012, Cape Cod Community College
This one-woman musical tribute honoring the ground-breaking careers of opera legends Marian Anderson and Leontyne Price is written and performed by Adrienne Danrich. This Little Light of Mine utilizes a creative approach to presenting American history and has been well received by children and adults alike. The performance honors the 50th anniversary of both Cape Cod Community College and the Cape Cod Symphony. Click here for additional information.
Understanding Student Engagement With Mathematics as It Occurs “In the Moment”
Tuesday, February 16, 2012, UMASS Dartmouth
Held by the Kaput Center for Research and Innovation in STEM Education, speakers Dr. Roberta Schorr, Dr. Lisa Warner, and Dr. Gerald Goldin will be discussing “dynamic patterns of interaction around mathematics” in urban middle schools. The speakers, all Rutgers University Professors with backgrounds in urban education and mathematics, will discuss the study of how students interact in the math classroom, and the potential of using this information to teach more effectively.
For more information: http://www.kaputcenter.umassd.edu
7th Annual Conference on DNA, Health and Biotechnological Topics
Tuesday, March 1, 2012, Bridgewater State University
Hosted by BSU’s Center for the Advancement of Science Exploration (CASE), keynote speaker Dr. Robert O. Wright will give an overview of Epigenetics and its relation to genetics. Epigenomes are essentially a “story teller” that shapes the output of our genomes – and essentially our DNA sequences. Dr. Wright will be discussing the intricacies of this microscopic relationship and its potential in medical research. The keynote will be followed by panels and workshops on related topics such as public health policies, biotechnology careers, and clinical research. Dinner will be provided.
For more information on the Conference, or to reserve tickets, contact Kim McCoy: kmccoy@bridgew.edu
SciGirls Expo
Saturday, April 7, 2012, Mass Maritime Academy
Geared towards high school girls, the MMA SciGirls Expo is an educational forum in which girls can learn about STEM careers, interact with professionals in the field, and also gain hands-on experience during activity sessions. This day – long even is open to girls, grades 9-12. To register, or to learn more about the Expo, visit http://www.juniortech.org/2011/09/sci-tech-girl-expo
Transition from High School to College Writing: The Common Core Standards
Tuesday, April 26, 2012, Bridgewater State University
With the newly state - adopted Common Core State Standards (CCSS), more emphasis has been placed on writing in a range of genres and purposes in English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science. This forum will address how the CCSS will impact the teaching and learning process at the university level. Anna Bradfield, Dean of BSU’s College of Education and Allied Studies, will be giving an overview of the new state standards. The forum will continue with a panel discussion featuring area secondary and postsecondary educators, followed by a dialogue exchange session and dinner.
To participate, contact Maria Schaaf at: maria.schaaf@bridgew.edu
