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CRI Training Courses Receive Rave Reviews
Jeanne Edevold Larson and the Grant Writing Workshops
”The two grant writing workshops you have led have been very helpful to me. You conveyed the information clearly and your down-to-earth style helped me fell like I could eventually figure grant writing out. It doesn’t seem like such a mystery to me anymore…”
Vikki Sanders and Northern MN Safety Council
”I thought the instructor was excellent! I especially appreciate the opportunity each person got to explain how the items were relevant to their situation. I learned as much from the other Safety Director's experiences as I did from the instructor and materials.” |
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QuickBooks Training Offered at CRI
Michelle Landsverk, Certified QuickBooks Pro-Advisor, will teach an Introduction to QuickBooks on April 20 and 27 at the Center for Research and Innovation. The 12-hour course will teach how to quickly and easily manage basic tasks like printing checks, paying bills, generating reports, invoicing customers and tracking expenses. The cost is $249. Contact the CRI to register.
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CRI Offers Monthly Programs for Safety Professionals
The Center for Research and Innovation and the Northern MN Safety Council is proud to launch a new program of monthly presentations for those professionals who are responsible for the safety of their organizations. This month’s presenter, Myron Selzler from North Central Door Company, will facilitate a discussion on AWAIR. Participants are asked to bring the current policy of their organization for discussion. The discussion is scheduled for April 20, from 11:30am-1pm. A $20 registration fee will be charged to cover the price of materials and lunch. Advance registration is encouraged. If you have ideas for the group or would like to be added to the Council’s mailing list, contact the CRI by email at cri@bemidjistate.edu or phone 218 755 4900.
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Enhance Your Computer Skills to Improve Your Business Communications and Operations
Improve the success of your business through effective use of Microsoft Word and Excel. Learn to use Microsoft Word to create professional documents in less time with less stress. Microsoft Excel courses focus on creating spreadsheets for the purpose of creating usable budgets and sales projections. For the full list of courses cosponsored by The People Connection and the NW Regional Small Business Development Center, click here.
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Learn More about Ergonomics and Preventing Fatal Accidents
Phil Jacobs, from the MN Department of Labor and Industry Workplace Safety Consultation, will present information on ergonomics and fatal accidents in the workplace on April 28, from 8am-12noon. The cost of the workshop is $59 and advance registration can be made by contacting the Center for Research and Innovation. Click here to register. For more information contact the CRI by email at cri@bemidjistate.edu or phone 218 755 4900.
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Academy of Lifelong Learning Continues Spring Series
The Academy of Lifelong Learning (ALL) continues the series of weekly presentations each Tuesday throughout the month of April. The ALL is a learning in retirement network made possible with funding from the Minnesota Humanities Commission in cooperation with the National Endowment for the Humanities and support from Bemidji State University and the BSU Foundation. Presenters in April include Will Weaver, Mike Muson, Mary Hrenchir and Tom Beech. The presentations for the ALL are free and open to the public. For more information about the ALL spring series presentations, contact the CRI at 218-755-4900 / 888-738-3224, email us or read the spring newsletter. |
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News From the Natural Resources Consortium
Native Plants / Landscaping Restoration Presentation
Join Mary Blickenderfer, Regional Extension Educator with the University of MN, as she will present at the CRI on Monday, April 18 from 3-4:30pm. The presentation is free and open to the public. The schedule of upcoming events is available on line. |
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Spring Workshop Scheduled
A full-day workshop entitled “Public and Tribal Land Ownership and Use” is scheduled to take place April 28 from 8:15am-4:30pm at Bemidji’s Northern Inn Conference Center. The workshop will bring together experts from federal, state, county and tribal organizations. The cost of the event is $75, which includes all materials, lunch and refreshments. Click here or contact the CRI for more information. |
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Fall Workshop Scheduled
The NRC is proud to work with the Conservation Forestry Network to bring Dr. Jerry Franklin to MN. Franklin, one of the most prominent ecologists, has developed a core curriculum that will stress place-based and customized approaches to harvesting through a mix of new science, case study, discussions, and site visits. The two-day course is designed for public and for-profit and non-profit private organizations with an interest in managing forests in the Great Lakes region for multiple objectives including timber, wildlife and sustaining or restoring native diversity. More information about this workshop can be found at http://www.osiny.org/conservationforestry/mn_forestry.htm
Click here to register for the forestry workshop.
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Events and Links
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Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) announces Spring Conference 2005
The date is set for MHTA's 2005 Spring Conference is May 3! Mark your calendars! Our theme this year is " The Business of Technology-Emerging Global Realities." The program will explore the realities of global competitiveness; innovation and the emerging technologies that can keep us competitive; and the importance of our region's next generation leaders in creating this future.
Business and Economic Development Publications
Did you know most of the publications from the Minnesota Department of Employee and Economic Development are available free and online? Some topics include: Developing an employee handbook, Employment Law issues in Minnesota, and Employer information on unemployment.
Business Financing Options
Most entrepreneurs need money to bring their idea to fruition or start their small businesses. Oftentimes we hear there are "grants" available for start up companies. Use caution when seeking "free money". If the money were free, we would all be RICH. See the Small Business Administration for a down to earth discussion on financing options for starting your new venture.
Helpful News from the IRS (really!)
If you are a small business owner or self employed, check out the IRS Small Business and Self-Employed One-Stop Resource.
Educators interested in DNA
DNA Interactive provides an online resource for educators interested in DNA. Resources include a lesson builder, teacher guide and more.
Agriculture Biotechnology
The University of Maryland AgNIC gateway is a guide to quality agricultural biotechnology information on the Internet. We seek to build a vital resource for researchers, information specialists, educators, and members of the public.
Nonprofit news
Did you know you could sign up for e-alerts filled with nonprofit news, job postings and regional grant deadlines? Check out Minnesota Council of Nonprofits.
Want to share an event or link you have found useful? Please submit to kross@bemidjistate.edu with a brief description. Links will be reviewed for applicability.
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The Center for Research and Innovation along with the NW Minnesota Regional Small Business Development Center provide a full range of business and career services. The Minnesota Small Business Development Center program is funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Minnesota Department of Employee and Economic Development, and sponsoring centers. SBA’s funding is not an endorsement of any products, opinions or services. All SBA funded programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. The People Connection is partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Women's Business Ownership (OWBO). OWBO is the only office in the federal government established to help women become full partners in economic development through small business ownership. SBA's cooperation does not constitute or imply its endorsement of any opinions, products and/or services. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance.
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