DISTRICT WIRE

Learning Communities bridge areas of study

A dynamic learning experience comes to North Lake College this fall. The new class schedule features several Learning Communities designed to help students make logical leaps from one subject to another and participate in unique assignments.

A Learning Community is a group of linked courses with common themes, content and material. They are taught together and students participate in innovative assignments and activities.

Learning Community courses intensify and spotlight critical thinking. Students experience connections between subjects and develop unique skills. Six or more credits are offered for each Learning Community class.

When students register for one of the linked courses, registration for the other course(s) will be automatic. Learning Community offerings include:
• Animated Algebra Learning Community
• Cultural Communications
• Psychology of Politics
• Reading and Math Intersected

Students looking for more information can find it online or in the fall schedule; They can also visit the Welcome Center at NLC's Central Campus. www.northlakecollege.edu/spotlightlearning.htm

Natatorium lifeguards compete in local games

The North Lake Gnats, a team of NLC employees, participated in The North Texas Guard Games, a competition for lifeguards.

The Gnats placed eighth in a field of 23 teams, according to Gnat spokesperson Angela Streck, interim natatorium supervisor.

“Even though our team was a little wet behind the ears, we showed we weren't to be underestimated,” said Streck. “With hard practice and a little luck we will take first place next year.”

The City of Irving will host the Tenth Annual North Texas Guard Games next year. It's not too early to start cheering on NLC's Gnats: Jaclyn Carpenter, Johnny Jenkins, Ronal Rivera, Kandace Tulk and Branden Behler. NLC's Christine Atteberry and BJ Borougerdiparticipated on the City of Irving's team and Streck cites herself, Walter Ritchie and a committee of peers who helped the guards prepare for competition.

Lassiter addresses 'Higher Ed' attendees

DCCCD Chancellor Dr. Wright Lassiter made a presentation on Aug. 17 in Dallas at “Higher Ed, Higher Tech '06,” a conference sponsored by BKM Total Office. Lassiter's speech, “The Changing Face of Higher Education,” was part of a day-long series that explored trends in higher education and their implications on architecture, furniture and technology. BKM is an approved vendor on DCCCD's procurement list.

BKM Total Office funds scholarship

On July 28, BKM Total Office of Texas funded a scholarship in the name of Dr. Wright Lassiter. The recipient, Tony L. Coats II, was announced on Aug. 17. The scholarship, which bears both the company's and Lassiter's names, is administered by the DCCCD Foundation. BKM is one of the District's furniture vendors.

“We are pleased to honor Dr. Lassiter with this scholarship gift, which enables us to help DCCCD students and also to recognize the chancellor's integrity and leadership in higher education,” said Carol Roehrig, BKM's president.