Missing Syllabus Information

This evening I was reviewing the syllabus for my literature course, trying to get an idea about due dates and what type of work load I should be prepared for. When I opened the syllabus, I looked for the "Evaluation" section, the standard place for finding such information. I found no such section of the […]

First History quiz

I just took my first attempt at the first quiz in American History. It didn’t take me long, about 25 minutes for 20 questions  (out of 30 minutes allowed). I was a little uncertain about it going in, but I did relatively well. I don’t really love history, but don’t hate it either. I got […]

Academic Fix

A quick email to Dr. Dellinger this morning fixed all of my problems. Proper forms are on file with the registrar to recognize my HIS-131 as "in progress", and Dr. Dellinger defended my change of course for the literature course to the registrar.

and another thing….

At some point the Associate in General Education disappeared from my "programs" list at Gaston College. With the letter I just received I wonder if perhaps something was done to cause problems for that degree as well. It was already complete when I turned in the documentation, I was just waiting for a semester to […]

Scary Academic Stuff

Today in the mail I received a fun little notice from Gaston College: August 25, 2008 Dear Student: Our records indicate that you did not complete the required course work indicated on your Petition for Graduation form for your degree. This deficiency in your record prohibits you from receiving your degree at this time. However, […]

Photos from Crowders Mountain

A few images from King’s Pinacle at Crowders Mountain. My shots: Chris’ Shots   It was quite a hazy day, not the best for photoing, especially not when you have to try to view image previews through a glossy LCD.

Macro Photos of AeroGarden Herbs

Last time I grew herbs in an AeroGarden I didn’t have the ability to take macro pics, but now I do. Here are a few of them:   Purple Basil                                            Chives   Mint                                                       Thyme Dill

Sculpture Supplies

Today I went shopping for supplies for my sculpture project. I first went to Hobby Lobby, where I was originally in search of "Sculptamould". I found none. After a bit of browsing and amusing myself with looking at electric trains, model truck kits (btw, if anyone sees an F350 kit, please let me know), drawing […]

First Real Day In Studios

Monday was my first real day in the studios at Gaston College and I found myself in a familiar, but yet totally strange environment. First of all, there is a huge age range in the studios. The youngest student is 18, she just graduated from high school and is starting a degree in art education. […]

Eddie Kent

After spending many hours pouring over lists of artists, I selected one to discuss for my Art History II course. I selected Eddie Kent, a British potter. http://www.pots-n-things.co.uk/ I like his style, it is very simple, but at the same time has a lot of expression. His glazes are also very simple and highlight the […]