Ithaca College

Please join us as Agnes Tuska, Professor in the Department of Mathematics at California State University, Fresno presents "Geogebra, A Tool for Mathematical Explorations" in Williams 309 at 4pm.

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Chef Liliia Shkileva is an Executive Chef at State Moscow University and will cook on Ithaca College's Campus on Monday, October 19th and Tuesday, October 20th! During her visit, Chef Shkileva will prepare classic dishes from Russia and will provide active demonstrations of meal preparation for guests.  This will provide ample opportunity to interact with Chef Shkileva and experience firsthand the cultural and educational benefits of her visit.

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Pena-Shaff, J., & Altman, W. (2015). Student interaction and knowledge construction in case-based learning in educational psychology using online discussions: The role of structure. Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 26(3), 307-329.

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It’s as easy as

1. Register for an account at www.zimride.com/ithaca

2. Click Post a Ride and input your ride details

3. Let Zimride search your network for ride matches. 

It’s Free to post so try it out!

Check out the 10 semi-finalists for the Cortaca t-shirt design contest on the STAT Facebook page by clicking this link:

https://www.facebook.com/IthacaSTAT

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 All students are welcome to attend on Wednesday October 28th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.!

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Resident Assistants for the Summer College for High School Students program work at Ithaca College from June 20 - July 22, 2016.   

On-campus housing and a meal plan are provided with these positions during the period of employment.   

Apply now.  

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 Happy Fall Break, Everyone! 

Please Click Here for a downloadable version of our Fall Break Schedule or see below for details.

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The Immersion Semester Program (ISP) is now accepting applications for the spring 2016 semester from students who are enthusiastic about activities such as hiking, backpacking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and alpine travel, as well as those who would like to use these skills as a catalyst for growth in themselves and those they may serve. 

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Debbie Martin, Professor of Piano and Chair of Performance Studies, and Laura Amoriello, Assistant Professor of Piano, co-presented "What's App? Cool Apps for Every Music Teacher" at the New York State Music Teachers Association Conference on October 10, 2015 at the College of St. Rose in Albany, NY.

Debbie and Laura's research spanned apps for music students of all ages, with emphasis on sight-reading and rhythm. In particular, they explored practical uses of the apps in the music lesson, for both independent and classroom music teachers.

Ithaca College Project Generations, an organization that provides friendly visiting services to older adults in the Ithaca community, is selling t-shirts to raise money for our 4th annual Intergenerational Prom! For only $10.44 you can rock a purple, teal or red PG shirt and show the world that you value bringing the Ithaca community together! Click here to order: https://www.customink.com/g/quj0-00aa-4xr1

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"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" ~Martin Luther King

Each November, the "Thank You for Making a Difference" peer-to-peer appreciation program offers all on-going faculty and staff the opportunity to send "thank-you" notes to colleagues across campus. 

This year, we are happy to announce the coupon redemption period will be extended through mid-December!  As before, each thank you package will contain a $7.00 coupon redeemable at the Ithaca College Bookstore and Mac's General Store in Phillips Hall, with coupons expiring at the end of this time period. (Cards are able to be combined for higher buying power.)

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Sponsored by the Center for Faculty Excellence, Office of International Programs, & the Office of the Associate Provost for Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement.

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Associate Professor of History Jason Freitag will present a pre-show talk on Partition immediately prior to the 2pm performance of Dagh Dagh Ujala (This Stained Dawn) on Saturday, October 31. The talk will take place in the lobby of Dillingham Center and will begin at 1 pm.

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The Ithaca College Gerontology Institute is pleased to present:
Pain Management: Ouch! Why Does That Hurt and What To Do About It  

Tuesday, October 20
2:00-4:30 p.m.
Country Inn & Suites, 1100 Danby Road, Ithaca

Presenter: Michael Costello, PT, DSc, OCS, MTC, Cayuga Medical Center

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Check out our October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month webpage for ways you can raise awareness, including posting this FLYER at your desk or office door.

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October 29, 2015 – Whalen Symposium Information Session

12:10 – 1:00 pm – Textor 102

Pizza and soda provided for lunch

For interested faculty and students who have questions or need more information regarding participation in the James J. Whalen Academic  Symposium on April 14, 2016.

The session will introduce students and faculty to the Symposium, the application process, the abstract guidelines, and presentation options.  Please follow the link to sign up:

                                 Register Here

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The Kaplan Scholarship applications are available now for a free GRE, GMAT, MCAT or LSAT class! Please spread the word to your grad school bound students.

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Physics & Astronomy Fall Seminar Series

Tuesday October 20, 2015
12:10 PM in CNS 206B

David Gonzalez: ”Equations of Wonder and/or A Poet Looks Up" with observations and commentary by Karen Jenson

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Have you tried Chair Massage yet? It's a convenient and soothing way to relax and recharge! The Center for Health Promotion has partnered with A Massage Station of Ithaca to bring chair massages to IC students.

The next Massage Day is scheduled for:

When: Tuesday, October 20th from noon to 5pm 

Where: Center For Health Promotion, on the lower level of Hammond Health Center. (Enter the Office of Counseling and Wellness, from the parking lot side of the building).

Cost: $1 per minute (pre-pay via PayPal or credit card )

Sign up for 10, 20 or 30 minutes of massage here:

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0e4ba5a728a75-chair60

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