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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Student Learning Outcomes and Assessment Workshops - Academic Affairs and the Center for Teaching and Professional Development have scheduled a series of six workshops on assessment of student learning. Departments are encouraged to send teams of faculty to one or more of the workshops. Faculty should sign up for these workshops immediately through Elaine Sundberg at elaine.sundberg@sonoma.edu.

Friday, March 24, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Schulz 1121 - Indirect Assessment Techniques
Friday, April 7, 2 -4 p.m., Salazar 2015 - Institutional Research & Direct Assessment Techniques, Part 1
Friday, April 14, 2-4 p.m., Schulz 1121 - Direct Assessment Techniques, Part 2
Friday, May 5, 2-4 p.m., Schulz 1121 - Closing the “Loop”: Evaluation of Assessment Instruments and Plans

Student Commencement Speakers - The Student Speaker Selection Committee is accepting applications through 4 p.m. Monday, March 27, from students who want to deliver a Commencement address to their fellow graduates. All students wishing to be considered should consult the details for submission which is available online by going to the SSU home page and choosing "Commencement 2006" from the Sonoma Focus section. Hard copy applications are available in the University Affairs Office, Stevenson 1064, or the Associated Students Office, Student Union (second floor). For further information, contact Commencement Coordinator Susan Kashack, 4-2122.

SAVE THE DATE

Fridays at Four - 4 p.m., April 7 and May 5. Enjoy the free food and cash bar at the University Club and visit with colleagues in a relaxed fashion.

Meet International Students - Colleagues and friends of international students are invited to the International Students luncheons held from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the multi-purpose room in the Student Union this semester. Dates are Thursday, March 23; Thursday, April 13; and Thursday, May 11. For further information, contact Jan Beaulyn, 4-2582 in Salazar 1071.

Bidnight Madness Silent/Live Auction and Dinner - The primary fundraiser for the Sonoma State Athletic Department will be held at the Doubletree Hotel in Rohnert Park this year at 5 p.m., Saturday, May 6. Enjoy an evening of great food, fine wine and an incredible selection of auction items featuring vacations, wine, gold and much more. During the day, choose to participate in the Seawolves Golf Tournament from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or the Wine Tour from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit www.bidnightmadness.com or contact Liz Clark at 4-2641 or clark@sonoma.edu for more information.

NOMINATIONS

Distinguished Alumni - The Alumni Association is accepting nominations through March 31 for its 2006 Distinguished Alumni Awards. The nomination form can be downloaded from the Alumni Association Web site at www.ssualumni.org. Submit the form and supporting materials to the Alumni Office, Stevenson 1027. For further information, phone 4-2426.

SERVICES BY STUDENTS

Rent-a-Rower - Is your yard out of control? Do you really want someone to help with that painting project? Are you looking for a reliable person to help out around the house? RENT A ROWER! Members of the SSU Rowing Club are working to raise funds for a matching grant. More information can be found at http://www.students.sonoma.edu/clubs/crew/rentarower.html.