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The Growing Continues

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What started as a technique to learn the scientific process, has bloomed into some great greenery outside of the Biology Studio in Science Village. Students from Biology 1A, examine their plants and record observations on their changes since they were originally planted. Learn more about the project at: The Growing Scientific Process.


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A Look Inside a Cat

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Alyssa B., Sangita N., Kristen M., Megan A., Elizabeth B. (From left to right)

Nothing was left to the imagination as students from the Pre-Health Sciences Cohort pathway dissected cats during their Anatomy 25 class.

Why cats?  Cats have a similar anatomy to humans, making it a great way to learn about man’s anatomy in the absence of a human cadaver. Through the lab experience, students were able to make comparisons between the cat’s and human’s anatomy, giving them deeper understanding and clearer picture of what they are learning from their lectures and text books.


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Tutor Schedule

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Do you need help in either of these subjects?

 

Math (all levels up to 5B)

Hayk

Tues: 12:30 – 8:00pm

Fr: 12:45 – 8:00pm

Chem 22, 1A, 8A & 8B

Bridgette Spencer

Tues: 4:00 – 8:00pm

Thurs: 11:00 – 8:00pm

Fri: 2:00 – 8:00pm


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Smart Thinking Tutoring

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SMARTHINKING Overview.

 

Smarthinking is an online tutoring service that your school is
making available to its students. Smarthinking provides tutoring in mathematics (basic math through
Calculus including Bilingual Math), Biology, Intro Human A & P, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics,
Economics, Accounting, Intro to Finance, Statistics, Spanish, Writing, Reading, and IT Support.

Please join this session to learn more about this service and the ways in which it can help your students succeed.
Register for a session by going to the URL listed below the date and time. Once registered, you will receive an
email confirming your registration with information you need to join the Webinar.
Thursday, October 18, 2012
2:00 PM EDT/1:00 PM CDT/Noon MDT/11 AM PDT/8:00 AM HT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/124510432
4:00 PM EDT/3:00 PM CDT/2:00 PM MDT/1:00 PM PDT/10:00 AM HT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/297821585
9:00 PM EDT/8:00 PM CDT/7:00 PM MDT/6:00 PM PDT/3:00 PM HT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/473366849
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
2:00 PM EDT/1:00 PM CDT/Noon MDT/11 AM PDT/8:00 AM HT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/908312656
4:00 PM EDT/3:00 PM CDT/2:00 PM MDT/1:00 PM PDT/10:00 AM HT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/331361728
9:00 PM EDT/8:00 PM CDT/7:00 PM MDT/6:00 PM PDT/3:00 PM HT
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/296590265
System Requirements
PC‐based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server


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Boeing Day ECST Open House

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Date: Saturday,
October 27, 2012
Time:
8:30AM – 1:00PM

Location: CSULA – College of Engineering,
Computer Science, and Technology (ECST)
5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032
Audience: middle and high school students,
teachers, administrators, parents,
community college students, and ECST students
College of ECST
Learn about and experience:
✪ ECST’s majors: Civil Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science,
Aviation Administration, Fire Protection Administration,
Industrial Technology, and Technology Education
✪ ECST state of the art facilities and labs
✪ Award winning student projects
✪ Meet ECST faculty, students, alumni, and industry professionals
✪ Workshops and hands on activities
Program:
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM               – Arrival/Registration
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM             – Welcome/Introductions (Gym)
10:00 AM – 12:00 NOON      – Workshops & Lab Tours (ECST)
12:00 NOON – 12:50 PM      –  Lunch (FREE)
1:00 PM                               – Adjourn

For information please contact:
Thelma Federico
(323)343-4565
[email protected]

Register to Attend: bit.ly/2012csulaboeingday


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The GED program implemented by MACH is considered an integral part of its primary aim, to assist members of the immigrant population who wish to enter the business community. It has found that possession of a high school diploma or the GED equivalent is a key qualification for beginning a business career or to obtaining further education if that is necessary.

The primary mission of MACH is to assist the struggling Hispanic business owner as well as men and women with a vision for a business of their own by providing education, coaching and technical support. Mujeres Activas En El Commercio Hispano is a non-profit 501©(3) corporation that insurances its participants.

Internship / Volunteer Opportunity
Our program is looking for a volunteer that would like to make a Mathematical difference in the life of a person looking to pass the GED examination in December. Volunteers will receive credit for community services hours, letter of recommendation, and parking coverage.

 

Requirements:

  • Math knowledge up to 10th grade
    • Numbers and number sense
    • Statistics, probability and data analysis
    • Geometry and measurement
    • Algebra, patterns and functions
  • Time commitment
    • Saturday from 9 to 12 noon and/or
    • Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays from 6 to 8 pm
    • This program does not required to attend every session nor every day
  • Location
    • Downtown Los Angeles: 412 W. 6th Street , Suite 1110 Los Angeles, CA 90014
    • Van Nuys: 6931 Van Nuys Blvd, San Fernando
  • Languages required
    • Bilingual – English and Spanish

For additional questions about this program, location, dates, and times, please contact:

Miriam Burbano

GED Program Coordinator

[email protected]

626-975-9057


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An educational program for parents helps to reduce pressure on children to eat—which may reduce the child's risk of obesity, according to a new study.
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The prevalence of smoking in Christchurch, New Zealand, increased following the 2010 earthquake, according to a new study.
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Children who swallow powerful neodymium magnets are at risk of serious complications, requiring emergency evaluation and possible treatment. That's the message of a new clinical algorithm published in the September issue of The Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition.
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Exposure to volcanic ash can increase respiratory symptoms such as an extreme cough, or phlegm, according to a new study.
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Sleep apnea severity has been associated with increased cancer mortality in a new study.
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A lone rooster sees a lot of all the hens in the flock, but the hen with the largest comb gets a bigger dose of sperm -- and thus more chicks. Researchers in Sweden have now shown how the size of a hen's comb is bound up with the ability to lay more eggs.
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