Finals week: notes from a librarian

Typically, in the last week of every module, there are certain things students need to do:

• Take the end-of-mod survey. This can be found at Access.compasspro.com.
• Review your material to prepare for finals; read this great list of test-taking tips.
• Turn your books in to the book room.
• Return any borrowed books to the library.
• Look ahead to the next module: find out where the class will be held and what special supplies you might need. Talk to your teacher!

Wellness Event presented by HRA students

IOT's morning and evening Human Resources Administration students invite you to attend a Wellness Event on Wednesday, June 24 at the long breaks in the breezeway. Featuring prize drawings, food by our Culinary Students (morning only), free blood pressure and glucose testing by our Medical Assistant students, and information about arthritis, skin cancer prevention, healthy sleep habits, self-care, stress management, and more!

Root beer floats and blood drive: not the same event!

Thursday, June 18: Free root beer floats in honor of dads everywhere! Free for dads. In Student Lounge, during the long breaks.


Blood Drive news: Thanks to everyone for participating in Wednesday's blood drive with Delta Blood bank. Due to the Student Diplomats' relentless pursuit of staff and students, 75% of the signed up participants followed through with their appointments today (36/48); 77% of the donors made a successful deposit to the blood bank (28/36); and collectively, we have made a positive impacted 84 lives today. YOU gave a gift only YOU can give.

Welcome to new students!

Greetings to all new and returning students. We're happy to have you at IOT! Here are some dates to note:

• Friday, June 12: Beginning Excel workshop
• Saturday, June 13: LRC open 10 am - 2 pm
• Friday, June 19: Intermediate Excel workshop

To sign up for software workshops, please email lhughes@iot.edu.


Don't forget to visit the LRC and introduce yourself if you haven't already. --Stella

Finals week coming 'round the bend...

Hello all you students! Are you ready for Finals Week? Traditionally, Week 5 of the mod includes an emphasis on the Independent Study Project (ISP), as well as final exams. You'll have lots of review of material to pass tests, and possibly some class presentations to make. Need help with your PowerPoints? Check at GCFLearnFree.org for this handy PowerPoint 2013 tutorial. More available at GCFLearnfree.org.

Join IOT's Relay for Life team

Everyone has experienced the pain of a loved one fighting cancer. There's no  better way to honor both survivors and those who have passed on than by joining IOT's Relay for Life ream, the IOT Wizards. Come out for Saturday, May 16 and show your support & spirit. Event starts at 9 a.m. and runs 24 hours until 9 a.m. the next day.


You don't have to stay the entire time, but it's great if you can make a commitment for a few hours.


Where: Johansen High School, 641 Norsemen Drive in Modesto. Please contact Miss Kim (kclemons@iot.edu) or talk to a Student Diplomat for more information on how you can participate and support our team.


Read more information about Relay for Life of Modesto.

New module starts this week

Welcome to Institute of Technology - Modesto! We hope you feel at home on our campus. This week, there will be many new students taking their first classes--Professional Development or Culinary Mod 1; be sure to welcome them and learn their names and programs. Best of luck to everyone! Remember, if you need help, feel free to drop by the LRC (library) and get to know Stella Beratlis, your librarian.