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Anoka-Ramsey Community College Student Bulletin


                     

Current Events

 February 6 Last Day to Totally Withdraw with 25 Percent Refund Zero Tuition Refund  after this date
Intermediate Accuplacer Prep
  February 7 Deadline to have FAFSA received by Federal Processor for MN State Grant
Precinct Caucus Day
FREE Yoga
 
 February 8 University of Wisconsin Superior Cambridge Campus visit
Metro STate University Cambridge visit
Intermediate Accuplacer Prep
Goldent Rams Men & Womens Basketball vs MSCTC Fergus Falls
 February 9 LPN Mobility Program Application Review Session
Elementary Accuplacer Prep
 
 February 10 LPN Mobility Program Application Review Session
Spring Play Performance
 
 February 11 Golden Rams Men & Womens Basketball vs Central Lakes
Spring Play Performance
 
 February 12 Spring Play Performance - matinee
 February 13 - 17 *Winter Fest, 2012 Cambridge Campus 
 February 13 Concordia University Cambridge Campus visit
Intermediate Accuplacer Prep
 
 February 14 Michigan Technical University Coon Rapids Campus visit
FREE Yoga
Elementary Accuplacer Prep
 
Major Barbara Play Auditions
 February 15  Crown College Coon Rapids Campus visit
Intermediate Accuplacer Prep
Golden Rams Men & Womens Basketball vs MN West
 
OPEN MIC
Major Barbara Play Auditions
 February 16  Elementary Accuplacer Prep 
Major Barbara Play Auditions
Winter Fest Cambridge Campus
 February 18 No Classes
Golden Rams Men & Womens Basketball vs Rochester
 

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      *For events further out, please see our event calendar*

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Anoka-Ramsey Community College Student Government & League of Women Voters ABC invite you to join us at a screening of:  Democracy for All?  The Barriers of Voter ID, Monday, February 27th - 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Legacy Room
 
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Students - Advance IT Minnesota Alumni Association Event - Wednesday, February 15, 2012 - Pre-registration required by Monday, February 13th -
 
Are you interested in being part of a Weight Watchers on campus group?  A minimum of 20 people are needed to offer this convenient meeting.  This offer is open to students, staff and faculty.  For more information click here:  WeightWatchers
 
 

Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training for Students Only - March 2nd, 2012 - in G201 - from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Interested students must sign up at the Cambridge Campus Information Desk or call 763-433-1840 - Name, Student ID, email, and phone # are required to sign up.

 
 

Sports & Healthy Living - Come join us for activities like soccer, basketball, football, volleyball, dancing, badminton, sledding, laughter-phonics, and any suggestions made by club members.

 
Winners of the Halloween Costume Contest - 1st Place - Damien Dykes as the Mad Hatter, 2nd Place - David Corgan (Incredible Hulk), 3rd place Brittany Jacks (Kim Possible)
Check out the pictures here
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Some of you have noticed the activity on College Drive at the Coon Rapids Campus already and may have experienced some parking concerns.

The contractor will increase activities in this area that will minimize parking there in the near future and until next fall.

Please plan accordingly as the college continues to improve the facilities and services.
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English Faculty Garnering Attention, Publication

Anoka-Ramsey Englihs Faculty member, Paige Riehl was recently selected as a semi-finalist for two major poetry competitions:

       - the 2011 Pablo Neruda Prize for Poetry sponsored by Nimrod International Journal of Prose and Poetry 
       - the 2011 River Styx International Poetry Contest

In both contests, Paige was in the top 33 of more than 600 poetry submissions.

She also earned a finalist position in the coveted 2011 Loft Mentor Series in Poetry sponsored by the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis.

To read some of Paige's work, check out her new poems recently published in Nimrod International Journal of Prose and Poetry (a print-only publication)
and in Literary Bohemian (www.literarybohemian.com/poetry/poem/meeting-an-old-lover-by-paige-riehl/).

Congratulations Paige!

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 Open Weight Room hours for Fall, 2011 semester - Monday-Friday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. (student hours) 4:00-6:00 p.m. (staff/faculty & athletes hours)
 
 Open Gym hours for Fall, 2011 semester - Monday - Friday 2:00-3:00 p.m.
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  • FREE ONLINE ACCESS FOR YOU
    Free wireless access is now available on both campuses. You are welcome to use college computers to view the course schedule and to register.  Computers are available in the college computer labs, college libraries, and various kiosks. All public libraries also offer free computer availability. Kiosks are located in the following areas:

  • Cambridge Campus

  • Outside Bookstore
  • Alcove Across from Records & Registration
  • Three Workstations in Advising Area
  • Two Workstations in Financial Aid Area
  • Coon Rapids Campus

  • One Outside Bookstore
  • 11 Workstations in Counseling & Advising Area

If you have questions, feel free to ask any college employee and we will be happy to assist you.  You are our priority!

Don't Forget!!

  •  GET ACTIVE!

  • Pick up your FREE swim and/or bowling pass - Coon Rapids Campus, G203.
  • Check out our Intramural & Recreational Sports offerings & schedule at both campuses.
  • Check out Fall Weight Room hours.

  • STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS!
    Many of our most successful students get involved in co-curricular programs. Check out our clubs and get active in your
    favorite organization!

  • YOUR STUDENT ID PROVIDES:

  • FREE access to the ARCC Library
  • Two FREE tickets to all ARCC Theatre productions each year
  • FREE admission into all ARCC home athletic events
  • FREE use of the Weight Room and Gym during open Gym/Weight Room hours
  • FREE entry into numerous student life/activity programs/events
  • Discounts to several participating area businesses (check with individual businesses)

  • CHAT LINE ADVISING SERVICES THROUGH ASKUS
    A new service... AskUs now offers virtual advising via instant messaging. AskUs Chat allows real-time online access to advisors and counselors Monday - Friday from 12 noon to 1 p.m. and Monday and Thursday evenings from 7 - 8 p.m.  To access chat services, select AskUs on the ARCC home page, and select 'Chat with an Advisor.'  Remember, you can check the question and answer database 24/7, or simply email us a question and you receive an emailed response within one business day!

  • TUTORING/ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER (ASC)
    The Academic Support Center is staffed by trained student-tutors, who offer help in almost all subjects offered at the college. Tutoring is completely free and you never need an appointment. The ASC also has a computer lab that students may use while working with a tutor, and a collection of resources. Stop by the ASC for more information about tutor schedules in the subject you’d like help with.

  • SELF-SERVICE STUDENT ENROLLMENT VERIFICATION - AVAILABLE FREE ONLINE.
    The National Student Clearinghouse provides enrollment verification services for ARCC students, allowing you to:

  • Print enrollment verification certificates for insurance providers, housing providers, lenders, etc.
  • Check deferment forms and electronic notifications sent to lenders on your behalf
  • Obtain a list of your student loan lenders and link to real-time loan information
  • View your enrollment history
  • Etc.

  • HOUSING LIST

    The Coon Rapids Campus maintains a listing of local apartment complexes and a listing of possible roommates/rooms for rent. The housing list is updated monthly from call-in requests. The college does not screen or endorse listings for housing or roommates, so use your best judgment when meeting prospective roommates or investigating a nearby apartment.

  • You may also conduct your own web search of rental opportunities at anyone of the following:

    www.aaapartments.com
    www.aimrelocation.com/
    www.apartments.com
    www.forrent.com
    www.goldmark.com
    www.mynewplace.com
    www.relocationcentral.com/
    www.rent.com
    www.rentbits.com/rb/s/rentals-cambridge-minnesota
    www.springstreet.com
    www.startribune.com
    www.thesublet.com
    www.myapartmentmap
    www.MyCheapApartments.com

    Photo ID Cards 
    ** Students must present a valid photo ID in order to recieve an ARCC Student Photo ID Card.
    Acceptable photo ID's are Driver's License, high school ID, prior college ID, passport, etc..

Fall, 2011

The Cambridge Campus provides Photo ID's at the Information Desk according to the following schedule:

    Monday - Thursday            7:30 a.m. - 10:00  p.m.   

    Friday                               7:30 a.m. -   4:30  p.m. 

    Saturday                           7:30 a.m. -    3:30 p.m.
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 Spring, 2012

 The Coon Rapids Campus provides Photo IDs in Room SC 114 according to the following schedule:

Monday             12:00 p.m. -   2:00 p.m.
Tuesday            10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m
Wednesday        3:00 p.m.  -   5:00 p.m.
Thursday            9:00 a.m. -  11:00 a.m.
Friday               11:00 a.m. -    1:00 p.m. 

Spring Semester photo ID days/times are to be determined.

If you need immediate assistance, please call 763-433-1320 to schedule a time to get your photo ID.

Student ID Information

If you lose your student ID card, you will be assessed a $5 replacement fee
Your photo ID is valid for the length of time you attend Anoka-Ramsey Community College
FREE access to the Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Two FREE tickets to all Anoka-Ramsey Community College theatre productions each year
FREE admission into all Anoka-Ramsey Community College home athletic events
FREE use of the Weight Room and Gym during open Gym//Weight Room hours
FREE entry into numerous student life/activity programs/events
Discounts to several participating area businesses (check with individual businesses)

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