Archive for March, 2008

President Nelson Featured in the “Duluthian”

Thursday, March 27th, 2008
President Nelson Featured in the “Duluthian”

Dr. Kathleen Nelson, LSC’s president, is featured in this month’s edition of the “Duluthian,” the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce’s magazine. Dr. Nelson was profiled for an article called “Putting a face on the generations.” The piece focuses on business/community leaders from different generations, with Dr. Nelson selected to represent the... more »

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New Faces: Suzanne Semborski Joins Human Resources

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008
New Faces: Suzanne Semborski Joins Human Resources

Suzanne Semborski joined LSC’s human resources staff March 24. Semborski was previously employed at the Small Business Development Center at the University of Wisconsin Superior (UWS), where she served as a service associate. Semborski is also an entrepreneur in her own right, as a sr. team manager with Tastefully Simple. Suzanne holds a... more »

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Open House Scheduled

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008
Open House Scheduled

Lake Superior College will host its spring open house on Friday, April 25 from 3 to 6 p.m. More than 60 booths will feature information and demonstrations by various departments. There will also be free chair massages, refreshments, door prizes, and a drawing for six free college credits.For more information, read our official... more »

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“Horton Hears A Who” Tickets

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008
“Horton Hears A Who” Tickets

“Horton Hears A Who” is the featured presentation of LSC’s Monday Movie Mania at Duluth 10 Theaters on Monday, April 7 at 6:50 p.m. Tickets will be on sale on Thursday, March 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Commons area. Or buy tickets on line at www.LakeSuperiorCollege.Cmarket.com/Tickets $3 for LSC students, alumni... more »

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Thanks to Students, a Full Food Shelf

Wednesday, March 19th, 2008
Thanks to Students, a Full Food Shelf

The campus food shelf has been stocked, thanks to the work of faculty member Sue Doering and her team-building class. “Thanks to all who supported this semester’s drive by giving food and funds to help our students in need, ” said Nancy Schumacher, the Center for Student Development director (pictured right). “The team-building class... more »

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“Wave” Wins Paragon Award

Wednesday, March 19th, 2008
“Wave” Wins Paragon Award

You’re reading an award-winning newsletter right now! The Lake Superior College Office of Public Information has received a Paragon Award at the 34th annual conference of the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR). LSC won a Silver Paragon, representing second place in the national competition, in the Online Newsletter category. “We were very... more »

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Art Works! Activating a Creative Economy

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008
Art Works! Activating a Creative Economy

The Art Works! conference to be held this Friday, March 14 on campus will bring together artists, business people and community members to explore how engaging in collaborative efforts can bring economic growth to the region. LSC is a sponsor of the event. For more information and to register, visit: http://artworkstwinports.org/ more »

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LSC Hosts Interview Day for Students with Disabilities

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
LSC Hosts Interview Day for Students with Disabilities

An Interview Day event, sponsored by the Northern Lights Interagency Council, was held on LSC’s campus March 11 to help students with disabilities hone theirjob interview skills. More than 25junior and senior high school studentsfrom Hermantown, Silver Bay, and Two Harbors participatedalong withmore than 40community volunteer interviewers.Guest speaker Kathryn McConnellcoached studentson preparing for the... more »

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Greetings from LSC’s Italy Abroad Coordinator

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
Greetings from LSC’s Italy Abroad Coordinator

Hi from Italy, This is just a quick note from rainy, overcast, chilly, absolutely wonderful Italy. There are changes since last we were here. Many of our favorite shops and restaurants are closed leading to speculation about the effects of their economy and ours. An American dollar buys less than 3/4 of a Euro. Still... more »

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Lee Andresen to Speak at Ironworld

Monday, March 10th, 2008
Lee Andresen to Speak at Ironworld

Faculty member and history instructor Lee Andresen will speak on the music of the Vietnman era and other related topics on Saturday, April 5 at 2:00 p.m. at Ironworld in Chisholm, Minnesota in conjunction with the Vietnam “Requiem” photography exhibit, http://www.ironworld.com/events/#requiem In his new bestseller, “Rednecks and Bluenecks: the Politics of Country... more »

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