2002 Archived News
12/2/02
Many campuses only accept 'D' grades in transfer when certain conditions are met, like having at least a 2.0 GPA at the first institution or when the student has completed an AA Degree. We have added the documentation to show how to do this.
11/25/02
College/University instructions for Getting Ready to Turn On Web DARS Audits have now been posted here (.pdf)..
11/18/02
There is a New DARS Security Form on the site.
The new form is located at: http://www.its.mnscu.edu/forms/darsecurity.pdf
You can also find a link to this form at: http://www.dars.mntransfer.org/
11/13/02
Several new items have been added to the Minnesota DARS web page http://www.dars.mntransfer.org/index.html. If you haven't Book marked this page, please do so, and then take a moment to check through the new options.
The User Group Minutes are now available for your review. The User Group meets at least three times a year and is an opportunity to communicate your enhancement needs to the DARS team. If you have a question or concern that you would like to add to a future agenda, you can contact any of the members of the DARS team.
View User Group Minutes
The DARS Team has posted the goals we hope to accomplish in the current academic year. 02-03 Tasklist (.pdf) The list includes User Group requests, carry over items from last year, and goals that we think will benefit the DARS project. The list will be updated each month.
Salute your successes! The results of the fall progress and training survey are posted separately. Progress and Training Support Needs We are excited about the Third Thursday (and Friday) lab days that begin in 2003. Be looking for more on this in a later e-mail.
For Transfer Articulation encoders, we have added three items previously given to you in training.
MnSCU schools and FICE codes
SPEEDE values
Position Descriptions, which dropped off the page (oops), have been re-attached.
Don't forget, you can use the DARS list serve darshelp@lists.mnscu.edu and let us know of your personal successes.
9/24/02
We have a new look!
Take a moment in your day to look at the new look of the DARS web site. We hope you find it easier to use than our old site.
Our front page is divided into four sections, with the old "Updates" now listed under Support and Documentation. Click on "Documentation" and see that the updates have been separated into categories. Now, when you are looking for that indispensable update, you won't have to remember the title or the number. Just click on the category that applies to your area. If you have forgotten, we have added a search option on this page too.
One of the things you won't find on our new web site is Larry Uhlir. Larry is enjoying the many pleasures and joys of retirement. He keeps us updated on his new life. We are including an e-mail from Larry which we hope you will enjoy reading. We think you will agree with us that Larry is gravitating toward a new career in creative writing!
Larry's retirement party on the 4th of September was a warm and fun-filled send off. Linda Baer AND the Governor sent thankful words. His gifts, as you might guess, were selected with humor and great care. Margo presented Larry with a dimmer switch (we will miss is uncanny ability to darken the lab at the ETC); Laurie gave Larry three ties, all selected from the bottom of the barrel at Good Will. With the many projects Larry has in his future, Daryl presented Larry with a work apron from Home Depot. When you look at the pictures, you will notice that it is a child's apron (thanks to Gina and Home Depot), adapted with longer straps and his name (thanks to Charlene Sejnoha and her sewing machine). Photos of the party accompany this note.
One thing that hasn't changed is the commitment Laurie, Daryl, Margo, Fred, Gina, and Mary have for helping you make DARS happen on your campus. Basic Encoding and TA workshops will continue, along with lab dates for special topics. Email or call us with specific issues or questions. We are here to assist you.
