Education Corner Published Feb. 16, 2007 FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. -- Fairchild Spring I classes to begin March 19 General education and computer and math classes will be offered, as well as biology 101 and anatomy and physiology 242 for those who need a lab class. Registrations for on campus classes are also available. Register early to ensure class availability. To schedule an advising appointment with a counselor or ask questions, please call 533-8937. Credit classes are offered by the Institute for Extended Learning and are accredited through Spokane Falls Community College and follow the curriculum adopted by and standards established by SFCC. The Air Force is still offering 100% Tuition Assistance. MBS Direct is Park's official textbook partner Textbooks are guaranteed to be available if ordered through MBS direct. If the student decides to purchase their textbooks via another source, then Park cannot assist them if they should happen to encounter any problems. The student is on their own for resolving any textbook issues if not ordered thru MBS Direct. MBS Direct ships the orders within 24 hours according to the student's instructions (excluding holidays and weekends). Park's virtual bookstore will open 3-4 weeks prior to the start of classes. Students should make arrangements to receive their books prior to the first day of class. However, students enrolling during add/drop period (first week of term) are highly encouraged to request next-day delivery of their texts to prevent a delay in their course. Writing Competency Test offered Park University - Fairchild Campus Center will be offering the Writing Competency Test on Feb. 20, 27, March 13, 20, and 27. Students should sign up at least two terms prior to taking EN306/CJ441/CJ450. A passing WCT score is a prerequisite to register for EN306/CJ441/CJ450 and also a graduation requirement. The WCT results will not be available until at least three weeks after test date. Failure to comply with this requirement could delay graduation because the requirement will not be waived. Please call the Fairchild Campus Center at 244-2020 to schedule an appointment to take the mandatory WCT. Park University CLEP restrictions Effective July 1, Park University will no longer accept standardized testing (i.e., DANTES/CLEP, etc.) for CS140 (Intro to Computers). Students must either transfer this class in or take it with Park. Scores must be received by the Registrar's Office no later than June 1 in order for it to be accepted as CS140. Please call the Fairchild Campus Center at 244-2020 or e-mail fair@park.edu for more information. Park University Spring II registration On-site and Internet classes for Spring II (Term IV) will begin March 19. On-site registration will begin Tuesday and registration for internet classes is in progress. More information may be found on the Park University web site at www.park.edu/fair or contact the Park University, Fairchild Campus Center at 244-2020 or by e-mail at fair@park.edu. Need A Bachelor of Science Degree? Southern Illinois University Off Campus Degree Program located at Fairchild offers a Bachelor of Science Degree in Workforce Education and Development. There is an accelerated format; major can be completed in one year. There is no associate degree prerequisite. Weekend classes are designed for the working adult. Up to 44 semester hours can be granted for work experience and technical training. Civilians are welcome. Financial assistance is available to qualified students. Classes for summer semester begin May 5. To schedule an interview with an advisor, please contact Dr. Frank Powers at 244-3356/3789. SIUC is fully accredited by the North-Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
