December 2009, Issue 12

Your Winter Break Conversations:

Over the Winter Break, it may be difficult at times to find topics for you and your student to talk about. Consider some of the following topics:

• Studying Abroad can open students' minds to a new perspective on learning. Click here for more.

North Carolina Central University formally announced the unexpected selection of its Marching Sound Machine band for the 2011 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Calif. Under the directorship of Jorim E. Reid, North Carolina Central University will take part in the famous New Year's Day parade considered to be one of this country's triple crown of marching band honors.

"There is Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the John Philip Sousa Foundation's Sudler Trophy for most outstanding college or university band, and the Tournament of Roses Parade," said Reid. "The Rose Parade was in my 15-year plan. I didn't intend to submit an application for another seven years."