Need to Know How to Write a Resume? - February 2, 2012

Panola College will offer a class to aid students in creating or updating their resume. Additionally, a cover letter will be created that can be easily customized for any position for which one may apply. Upon completion of this class, participants will have a resume and a cover letter that is ready to be sent to potential employers. The College will supply a flash drive so that the newly created cover letter and resume can be stored and taken with you. Tina Duncan will be teaching this class which will be held on March 1 and 8 from 5:30 – 9:15pm in the Merle Glass Building at the Carthage campus. The cost is $55 and registration should be completed in advance. For more information and to register contact the Continuing Education Office at 903-693-2067 or email us at ce@panola.edu.

Lunchbox Lecture to Feature Martinez - February 2, 2012
Submitted by Van Patterson

Mr. Don A. Martinez will be the featured speaker at a lunchbox lecture and book signing on February 7, at noon in the Murphy-Payne community room of the M.P. Baker Library. His lecture will focus on the subject matter presented by two theories: Joseph Campbell’s heroic/cosmogonic monomyth (the hero’s journey) and Robert Jewett and John Shelton Lawrence’s American monomyth (violated Eden rescued by the superhero). A monomyth, refers to a hero's journey and is a basic pattern that is found in many narratives from around the world. Mr. Martinez holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing and a Master of Arts in English with a focus in mythology and folklore from Buffalo State College.

Following his lecture Mr. Martinez will hold a book signing. Visitors will be able to purchase copies of his works, including “The Advance Guard” and “Dinetah Dragon.” A light lunch will be served. The program is free and open to the community. For additional information please call 903-693-2005 or email zjett@panola.edu.

Panola College Offers Microsoft Excel and Guitar Lessons - January 30, 2012
Submitted by Trellis McCann

Panola College instructor, Misty Wilburn, will be teaching Microsoft Excel. This class will teach the basics and power of Microsoft Excel. Classes will be offered from 6:00 – 8:30 pm on Thursdays: February 16, 23 and March 1 at the Shelby College. The cost of the class is $50 and pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, contact the Shelby College Center at 936-598-9543 or email: tmccann@panola.edu.

Also Panola College instructor, Tim Lowe, will be teaching Beginning Guitar. This class is for beginners that want to learn the basics of playing the guitar. Classes will be offered from 6 – 8pm on Thursdays: March 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 at the Shelby College Center. Student must provide their own acoustic guitar. The cost of the class is $55 and pre-registration is required. For more Information and to register, contact the Shelby College Center at 936-598-9543 or email: tmccann@panola.edu.

Panola College Offers Zumba® Gold - January 12, 2012
Submitted by Trellis McCann

Panola College instructor, Jessica McSwain, will be teaching Zumba® Gold. This class takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the older participant. Classes will be offered Mondays and Wednesdays: January 23 – February 29, 2012. Classes will be held at Shelby College Center, and will go from 9:30 -10:30 am. The cost of the class is $40, and pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, contact Trellis McCann at 936-598-9543 or email: tmccann@panola.edu.

Panola College Offers Microsoft Excel - January 12, 2012
Submitted by Trellis McCann

Panola College instructor, Misty Wilburn, will be teaching Microsoft Excel. This class will teach the basics and power of Microsoft Excel. Classes will be offered from 6:00 – 8:30 pm on Tuesdays: January 24, 31 and February 7 at the Shelby College. The cost of the class is $50 and pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, contact the Shelby College Center at 936-598-9543 or email: tmccann@panola.edu.

Strategies for Success in the College Classroom - January 12, 2012
Submitted by Van Patterson

This interactive class is designed for the nontraditional college student who may be a parent, working full or part-time, or older than the typical college student. Techniques and strategies for developing good study habits, note taking, test taking, and time management skills will be taught. In addition, participants will discover their own learning styles and how to maximize their strengths and minimize their weaknesses. Any college student or potential student can benefit from this class. Ann Morris, Dean of Distance Education, will teach the class. Ann has more than 30 years in the classroom and is dedicated to the success of every student. The class will be held January 26, 31, and February 2 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM in the Gullette Building at the Panola College Carthage campus. Cost of registration will be $50 and should be paid in advance. For more information contact the Continuing Education Office at 903-693-2067 or e-mail us at ce@panola.edu.