Low-Res MFA Info Session

May 31, 2015

Barnet Room, Wilson Hall, Converse College

6:30 - 7:30 pm
 

Discover why Publishers Weekly named the Converse College Low Residency MFA in Creative Writing "a program to watch" in 2015. "One of the strengths of a low-residency format is how it introduces students to the real writing life", says Program Director Rick Mulkey. Join Professor Mulkey, along with current students, published alumni, and faculty to learn more about the program's new concentrations in Young Adult Fiction and Environmental Writing, plus scholarship and Teaching Assistantship opportunities. Please e-mail Rick Mulkey, or visit the event online for more information!

NEW Offering at Converse College: MEd in ArtEducation

Converse's low-residency MEd in Art Education is the only art education program of its kind in South Carolina. The unique low-residency format combines four semesters of online coursework with two summer residencies on our Spartanburg campus. The courses are focused on the content of art, art history, and art education to promote skill as an artist-researcher-teacher, along with coursework in areas of gifted education, special education, and professional education.





 

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Events May 2015

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

Mondays in May, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute

Maintaining a healthy weight after the completion of cancer treatment can be challenging, but with the proper tools and support you can achieve your weight-loss goals. TOPS is a weight loss support group for cancer survivors. For more information on becoming a member, call 864-560-7618 or email [email protected].

Wealth (Walking, Eating And Learning Towards Health)

Mondays in May, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Thursdays in May, 5:45 - 6:15 p.m.

Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute

If you are a cancer survivor looking for a fun way to engage in regular physical activity, we encourage you and your caregiver to join WEALTH! WEALTH participants meet twice weekly for a 30-minute walking session, which concludes with a brief nutrition education class. For more information, call 864-560-7618 or email [email protected].

Grief Support Group

Tuesdays in May, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home

Grief support groups provide a safe and supportive environment to talk about thoughts and feelings, and to find support after the loss of a loved one. Visit SpartanburgRegional.com/Events  

to learn more.

Mobile Mammography

Spartanburg Regional's mobile mammography unit performs screening mammograms across Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union counties. Call 864-560-7777 to register, and make sure to bring your insurance card and identification to your appointment.

Medical Group of the Carolinas locations:

May 20: Family Medicine - Boiling Springs

May 26: Family Medicine - Gaffney

May 27: Family Medicine - Inman

Additional Locations:

May 23: Wal-Mart Union, 513 N. Duncan Bypass, Union

Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy Information Session

Wednesday, May 20, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Regional Outpatient Center fifth floor, Family Medicine conference room

This free class covers detailed information about gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy weight loss surgery. The class is led by Drs. Paul Ross and Jason Johnson, who have performed more than 2,000 surgeries combined. Register online at SpartanburgRegional.com/Events or call 864-560-7070 for more information.

Each month, Spartanburg Regional Women's Health offers a variety of prenatal education classes, covering topics from breastfeeding to birthing basics. To learn more and register, visit RegionalWomensHealth.com