A newsletter for the faculty and staff of Pellissippi State

Support Staff Council program provides tips for holiday tablescapes

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, it's not too early to begin planning for those festive get-togethers. A spectacular-looking table can be the crowning point of your holiday decorations.

A special presentation at Pellissippi State will show you how to create unforgettable tablescapes—sure to be the envy of all your guests—by using everyday household items in combination with your holiday linens and china. (more)

Small Ensembles to perform November 11

This year's Small Ensemble Fall Concert on Tuesday, November 11, will feature the Harp Ensemble, conducted by Elizabeth Farr, in its first formal presentation. The Guitar Ensemble, conducted by Harold Nagge, and the Celtic Ensemble, also conducted by Farr, will perform as well. (more)

Pellissippi State presentation to raise awareness of hate crimes

Every hour, somewhere in America, someone commits a hate crime. These hate crimes have a devastating and long-lasting psychological and emotional impact not only on the victims but also on their communities. (more)

International Education Week 2003 kicks off Monday

“Think Globally, Live Locally” is the theme for this year's International Education Week. You're invited to participate in a host of planned events. (more)

International Club offers forum

It’s a small world and global networking can start with “Conversation Corners,” a weekly forum sponsored by the International Club. You’re invited to join our students from across the world and expand your horizons by discussing a variety of topics of interest. The forum is scheduled for Wednesdays, November 12, 19, and 26 and December 3, 1:30-3 p.m. in the Goins Student Lounge. Don’t miss this opportunity to look at life from a different perspective.

Name: Don Amos

Title: Services for Students With Disabilities Coordinator/Technology

Major responsibilities: Assisting students in utilizing technology to overcome barriers to learning, liaison to VR, developing individualized academic accommodation plans, providing materials in equivalent alternate formats, working with faculty in accommodating students with disabilities.

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