By Max Smith
The new “outcomes-based” funding formula, expected to take effect in 2011, claims more fairness towards smaller institutions, especially community colleges.
Representatives of the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) came to the Pellissippi campus on April 1 to discuss the funding changes.
Dr. Rusty Lieberman, who presented the new formula, said funding will be adjusted to [...]
by Richard Schroeder
Professor David Key will present his lecture, “In Response to Industrialism,” in the Goins auditorium at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 1.
“It is important for students to have a concept of how America evolved socially, economically and politically,” stated Key.
The lecture will explore industrialism at the turn of the 20th century. Key said [...]
by Rebekkah Pullen
Rebecca Carroll, instructor of English at Pellissippi, has published a book entitled “Milk Glass Moon.”
“Milk Glass Moon” is a historical novel set in Oak Ridge just prior to the Manhattan Project.
“It chronicles one family’s experiences in the summer of 1942 when they learn of the takeover of their home and farm,” said Carroll. [...]
by Jillian Edmonds
Dr. Allen Edwards, president of Pellissippi, explained that his vision for the future of Pellissippi is based on what the public needs the college for.
“You have to take a look at what the community needs. If you can discover that…you try to put in place programs that are rigorous and relevant that will [...]
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
By Taylor Rhea
American Sign Language (ASL) is now offering Beginning ASL 1010 and 1020 during summer fast track sessions for students needing prerequisites before the intermediate courses.
ASL 1010 and 1020 are available during the summer to prepare students for Intermediate ASL 2010 and 2020 in the fall and spring semesters.
ASL instructor, G. Gay [...]
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By Matthew Shields
A bill proposal by Rep. Stacey Campfield will make Tennessee’s public universities and colleges more carefully screen for illegal immigrants amongst the student population.
In a time where higher education is facing budget cuts and layoffs, the proposed bill could cost individual schools more than $500,000 a year said University of [...]
by Jillian Edmonds
The recession has many students wondering if they will see changes at Pellissippi because of possible budget cuts.
According to President Dr. Allen Edwards, the tuition at Pellissippi will remain reasonable compared to other institutions even if there is a small increase. The college will also continue to offer Pell Grants and scholarships for [...]
Friday, February 27, 2009
by Rochelle Williams
On February 17, a panel was held in the goins auditorium concerning Life in Iran as it relates to “Persepolis,” Pellissippi’s common book.
Economics was discussed. Dr. Mike Negahban said that in Iran, credit cards are not used. He said that all things are paid for in cash or bought with a prepaid card, [...]
by Rochelle Williams
Students chasing down text books for their classes may notice something different this fall.
According to a recent memo sent out through campus wide e-mail, the store is now to be run by Validis Resources, a division of Nebraska Book Company.
Magnolia and Blount County campus bookstores are already closed for the instillation of new [...]
by Rochelle Williams
Some additions have been made to this semester’s flexible scheduling options.
Dr. Denis Adams, Dean of Instructional Programs, said that there will be some additions this semester in terms of flexible scheduling. This is partially due to the rising gas prices of recent times.
These classes will meet less often than regular classes but [...]