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Blood Drive - December 3

Did you know that giving blood takes less than an hour from start to finish—and while 62% of people are eligible to give, only 3% do?

Give blood and you could be helping a friend, family, or neighbor.

All presenting donors will receive a free beanie at this blood drive!

• WHEN: Tuesday, December 3
• TIME: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
• WHERE: Bus parked outside main entrance

Lunch and Learn Financial Literacy

Encourage students to check out the next Lunch and Learn Financial Literacy session on Credit and Debit in the CEI next Wednesday.

Lunch for attendees and discussion with Affinity Plus.

• Budget Choices
• Wednesday, December 4
• 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Center for Equity and Inclusion (M125)

Fiesta de Navidad

WHEN: Tuesday, December 3

TIME: 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Student Life

Experience the Spanish holiday with festive foods, music and crafts!

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Graduating this fall?

If you are completing the requirements of your degree, diploma or certificate this fall, congratulations! 

All fall graduates will be honored at the Fall Graduation Reception on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. in Hawks Landing.

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Graduates who attend will be given a FREE tassel which can be used at the annual Commencement celebration at the DECC on May 19, 2025.

Refreshments will be served.

Don’t forget to Apply to Graduate BEFORE December 1, 2024, to be included in the presentation on December 11, 2024.

ALL students must apply to graduate in order to have your award listed on your 91涩漫 transcript.

91涩漫 Career Services in the Center for Equity an Inclusion

Drop in Support and Information with Taylor Ahrendt, Director of Career Services

• Career exploration
• Resume and cover letter prep
• Interview support
• Transfer opportunities and more
• Thursday, December 5
  10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

"Celebration Kits" Available from the Social Committee

The 91涩漫 social committee launched a celebration initiative with special kits for students! Each kit includes cake essentials, balloons, and more to help our students celebrate milestones or achievements.

Celebration Kits are available in the CEI and in the 91涩漫 Food Shelf at no cost to students!

Expanded Mental Health Care Options for Students

In addition to on site, in-person therapy, 91涩漫 students can now opt for virtual services through Mantra Health thanks to a new partnership with MN State! 

Mantra has a suite of services that includes up to 12 free sessions of telehealth/teletherapy sessions per academic year, self-guided wellness courses, peer support, emotional wellness coaching, and 24/7 crisis support. 

Students can access Mantra’s Care Hub at . 

Please watch for more information or feel free to reach out to Amy Fullerton, Director of Mental Health, with questions!

Aspirus St. Luke’s Clinic - Trinity Rd.

Available to students, the Aspirus St. Luke's Clinic located inside the Main Entrance next to the IceHawk's Cafe is open Wednesdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Walk-in appointments available. Call to schedule (218) 249-7520.

Power in Diversity Leadership Conference

Lake Superior College is proud to send a group of students to St. Cloud State University Multicultural Student Services’ 16^th annual Power in Diversity Leadership Conference!

This conference will be held from January 30 to February 1, 2025 at St. Cloud State University in partnership with the Minnesota State Office of Equity and Inclusion. The Power in Diversity Leadership Conference offers participants an engaging experience, with dynamic keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and activities designed to build leadership skills, enhance career development, and inspire personal growth.

Students will also have the chance to explore educational and professional opportunities during the Diversity Job and Internship Fair, where over 120 companies will be represented, as well as the Graduate School Fair, featuring a variety of programs from across the state of Minnesota.

Lake Superior College will be provided the selected students with transportation, hotel accommodations in a double-occupancy room, food and the entrance ticket to the conference. Interested? ! The application window is open now through November 25^th at 11:59 pm.  Selected students will be notified via email by December 2^nd.

Textbook Sell Back

Starting this semester MBS will no longer be able to provide an in-person sell back event. If you have textbooks to sell, please visit their website .

If you need assistance with this new process, please stop by the support table outside the 91涩漫 Store on December 18-19 from 9am-4pm and a store team member will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

Spring Textbook Ordering

Spring textbook ordering starts Monday, December 16, 2025.

Order all textbooks and course materials from the .

Choose free in-store pickup or pay to have your order shipped to you

*If using Financial Aid please remember to place your order before online charging closes at 12pm January 17, 2025!

December Crafternoon Scheduled

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• WHEN: Wednesday, December 4
• TIME: 1-3 p.m.
• WHERE: Center for Equity and Inclusion

Join us for an informal afternoon of crafting and conversation in the Center for Equity & Inclusion!

Love being crafty?! Join us to make friendship bracelets and do some rock painting!

Staff & faculty welcome to come and connect with students!

Silent Reading Party

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The Erickson Library will host a Silent Reading Party on Wednesday, December 4 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Bring your favorite book or borrow one and enjoy with the ambience of music playing. 

Snacks will be available.

Holiday Choir Concert

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Join us as our 91涩漫 Concert Choir performs Holiday favorites, has a carol sing-a-long, features a private music student showcase with special guest, Mezzo-soprano, Georgia Jacobsen.

• WHEN: Thursday, December 12
• TIME: 7 p.m.
• WHERE: Atrium

Fall Student Art Exhibit

• WHEN: Monday, December 9-Wednesday, December 11
• WHERE: Main Concourse

A FREE Thanksgiving Buffet!

A friendly reminder about the 35th Annual FREE Thanksgiving Day Buffet taking place at the DECC from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

There will be free DTA bus transportation and also a meal delivery option. Orders for the delivery option must be made by Friday, November 22 by 5 p.m. either or by calling 218-723-6484.

If interested in volunteering you can sign up .

Mental health matters at 91涩漫!

Have a passion to help others?

We are a student led group focused on educating, advocating, and raising awareness for mental health on our campus. Interested in “changing the conversation about mental health?” Join Active Minds at 91涩漫!

Wednesdays at 2:30 pm in the Student Life Conference Room.

All are welcome!

For more information email: [email protected].

Interested in joining an AA group on campus?

We are in the process of setting day/time for a meeting.

This is an open AA meeting and meets in the Student Life Conference Room.

If you are part of the AA community and/or looking to attend an AA meeting as a student, please email [email protected]

BetterYou Wellness App

BetterYou is a free mobile wellness app for 91涩漫 Students that helps students spend their time on the things that matter most.

You set goals that are important to you and BetterYou provides gentle nudges and rewards along the way!

Benefits of BetterYou:

• Create custom goals meaningful to you, prioritize your health
• send challenges to friends
• stay connected to loved ones & so much more!

Join the BetterBot Mission:

Meditation Challenge Dec. 2-16. Take a few minutes each day to meditate or practice deep breathing. When you hit your goal you can enter to win a share of $150!

Visit the  and sign up with your my.lsc.edu email address.

Questions? Email [email protected].

Stress Less Days

Stress Less Days are Dec. 9-13. Stop by for treats & activities, connect with Amy Fullerton, visit with Aspirus St. Luke’s Nurse Practitioner during Lunch and Learn., unwind with FREE chair massage and visit the TLC for a brain break! Take time to de-stress before finals!

MONDAY

• Cookies, Coffee and Connect with Amy Fullerton 11am-1pm at the Student Life Kiosk

Tuesday

• Cider, Tea and Puzzles 11am-1pm at the Student Life Kiosk.
• Free Chair Massage 12:30-2:30pm at the Main Concourse and Student Life Kiosk

Wednesday

• Lunch and Learn with Aspirus St. Luke's Nurse Practitioner 11am-12pm at the Student Life Conference Room
• Cocoa Bar, Activities and Stress Less Kits 12-2pm at the Student Life Kiosk
• Free Chair Massage 2:30-4pm at the Main Concourse and the Student Life Kiosk

Thursday

• Brain Break: Math Riddles for Your Brain 2-4pm at the TLC

Friday

• Brain Break: Cribbage and Games 1:30-4pm at the TLC

Wellbeats Fitness Platform

91涩漫 students have FREE access to Wellbeats, an on-demand fitness platform with over 1,000+ fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes for all ages, levels, abilities, and interests.

Use app at home or in the recreational fitness room of the Wellness Center that is equipped with free weights, balls, exercise mats etc.!

Escape the Holiday Stress with Wellbeats' Intro to Mindfulness Program! The holidays: a time for joy, celebration, and... stress. Amidst the festive cheer, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of activities. But among the chaos, it's crucial to find moments of peace and tranquility.

In December, take part in the 14-day “Intro to Mindfulness” program offers a much needed escape. Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle. Give yourself the gift of mindfulness. These beginner-friendly classes will guide you through simple mindfulness techniques that can be easily integrated into your daily life.

Whether you're new to mindfulness or seeking a refresher, these sessions will help you cultivate a sense of calm and wellbeing.

Students:

Questions? Contact [email protected].