Hello, everyone!
Our trusty friend Teresa figured out a very interesting fact for us - our itinerary was printed incorrectly for our trip!
Our flight on Friday is actually at 10:05, not 10:55.
Because we allowed for so much free time between the time you should arrive and the time our flight is leaving, we will still have plenty of time to to prepare for our flight if you still arrive at 7pm. SO, the plan remains the same. 7pm, International Terminal at Chicago OHare. See you there!
Thanks again to Teresa for her super-sleuthing!
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Monday, May 4, 2009
Philosophy Students
Attention Philosophy Students!
I sent an extensive syllabus to your Mac email account.
Do three things with this syllabus.
1. Print it out.
2. Read it.
3. Bring it with you.
See you on Friday!
I sent an extensive syllabus to your Mac email account.
Do three things with this syllabus.
1. Print it out.
2. Read it.
3. Bring it with you.
See you on Friday!
Monday, April 13, 2009
The Big Meeting
24 Days and 9 hours to go, give or take a minute!
That's right, ladies and gentlemen - it's time to buckle down and have THE BIG MEETING, also known as the What-Do-I-Pack-Where-Are-We-Going-How-Do-I-Prepare-What's-Going-On Meeting. Here's the info -
THE BIG MANDATORY MEETING
THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd - STUDY DAY
1pm
PCA 105
This, my friends, is a Big Important Meeting, and you WILL be there. If you are absolutely unable to make it, please contact Dr. Berg with a list of humiliating things that you are willing to do in order to make it up to us.
Covered in this meeting will be information about packing restrictions (including the fact that checked luggage can weigh no more than 50 lbs), course information, flight information, and tips for happy and healthy traveling.
This meeting is actually SO important, that I am going to go ahead and tell you again where and when it is.
THE BIG MANDATORY MEETING
THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd - STUDY DAY
1pm
PCA 105
See you then!
That's right, ladies and gentlemen - it's time to buckle down and have THE BIG MEETING, also known as the What-Do-I-Pack-Where-Are-We-Going-How-Do-I-Prepare-What's-Going-On Meeting. Here's the info -
THE BIG MANDATORY MEETING
THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd - STUDY DAY
1pm
PCA 105
This, my friends, is a Big Important Meeting, and you WILL be there. If you are absolutely unable to make it, please contact Dr. Berg with a list of humiliating things that you are willing to do in order to make it up to us.
Covered in this meeting will be information about packing restrictions (including the fact that checked luggage can weigh no more than 50 lbs), course information, flight information, and tips for happy and healthy traveling.
This meeting is actually SO important, that I am going to go ahead and tell you again where and when it is.
THE BIG MANDATORY MEETING
THURSDAY, APRIL 23rd - STUDY DAY
1pm
PCA 105
See you then!
Friday, April 10, 2009
Baggage Infomation
Important Stuff below:
Let me know if you have any questions about this.
They are strict about the weight of baggage, and there is a charge if a bag goes over 50 lb.
You are personally responsible for carrying your own luggage while on the tour. This includes on the train and boats on the fjord so think about that when packing.
There is a place for the luggage while you travel on the train and boats, but not alot.
I've outlined the restrictions on carrying liquids on board the flights below.
You will have meal service on the SAS flights. dinner Chicago-Copenhagen (this is a late one), with a light meal before arriving Cop.
Lunch and dinner on the return Cop-Chicago.
Checked baggage:
International flights between Scandinavia and the USA
Each passenger is allowed 2 pieces of checked baggage.
Economy Class: Maximum permitted weight 50 lbs per piece.
Maximum overall size per piece (length+ width+ height) 62 in
Carry on:
Be aware of regulations regarding liquids in cabin baggage. The restriction for liquids carried through security check at airport applies until further notice. Liquid and gel-based products such as healthcare products and cosmetics may be carried in cabin baggage as long as they comply with the following regulations:
Containers with liquids and similar products may contain up to 3 oz.
All containers must be carried in a transparent resealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity of one quart. One bag per person. The bag must be presented separately at the security check .
International flights between Scandinavia and the USA
1 piece of cabin baggage. Max. weight 17 lbs. NOTE: length + width + height must not exceed 45 inches
Additional information on SAS baggage restrictions is available at http://www.flysas.com/.
Let me know if you have any questions about this.
They are strict about the weight of baggage, and there is a charge if a bag goes over 50 lb.
You are personally responsible for carrying your own luggage while on the tour. This includes on the train and boats on the fjord so think about that when packing.
There is a place for the luggage while you travel on the train and boats, but not alot.
I've outlined the restrictions on carrying liquids on board the flights below.
You will have meal service on the SAS flights. dinner Chicago-Copenhagen (this is a late one), with a light meal before arriving Cop.
Lunch and dinner on the return Cop-Chicago.
Checked baggage:
International flights between Scandinavia and the USA
Each passenger is allowed 2 pieces of checked baggage.
Economy Class: Maximum permitted weight 50 lbs per piece.
Maximum overall size per piece (length+ width+ height) 62 in
Carry on:
Be aware of regulations regarding liquids in cabin baggage. The restriction for liquids carried through security check at airport applies until further notice. Liquid and gel-based products such as healthcare products and cosmetics may be carried in cabin baggage as long as they comply with the following regulations:
Containers with liquids and similar products may contain up to 3 oz.
All containers must be carried in a transparent resealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity of one quart. One bag per person. The bag must be presented separately at the security check .
International flights between Scandinavia and the USA
1 piece of cabin baggage. Max. weight 17 lbs. NOTE: length + width + height must not exceed 45 inches
Additional information on SAS baggage restrictions is available at http://www.flysas.com/.
Friday, April 3, 2009
A few things
Greetings everyone!
We are getting close to our big trip to Denmark and Norway.
I need a few things from all of you and a few things from just some of you.
From all of you:
Please email me your date of birth (day,month and year) I need this for the travel agency.
Send the information to Eric.Berg@mac.edu
If anyone has special dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, allergies, etc) please let me know ASAP. I will pass this information on to our agent.
If you have a United frequent flyer # you can give that to me also and I will pass it on.
Philosophy Students:
You should start to get familiar with our material soon.
Please purchase the following books and read them (yes, the whole book!).
On Kierkegaard by Susan Anderson
Hunger by Knut Hamsun
The links I supplied are to Amazon.com but feel free to get either book anywhere you want. Any edition of Hunger is fine with me.
We are getting close to our big trip to Denmark and Norway.
I need a few things from all of you and a few things from just some of you.
From all of you:
Please email me your date of birth (day,month and year) I need this for the travel agency.
Send the information to Eric.Berg@mac.edu
If anyone has special dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, allergies, etc) please let me know ASAP. I will pass this information on to our agent.
If you have a United frequent flyer # you can give that to me also and I will pass it on.
Philosophy Students:
You should start to get familiar with our material soon.
Please purchase the following books and read them (yes, the whole book!).
On Kierkegaard by Susan Anderson
Hunger by Knut Hamsun
The links I supplied are to Amazon.com but feel free to get either book anywhere you want. Any edition of Hunger is fine with me.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Points to Ponder
The clocking is now officially ticking down towards our trip!
At last check, 45 days, 9 hours and 25 minutes remain until we leave. Not that I'm counting.
That time is going to pass quicker than we all expect, so I'd like to take a few moments of your time and remind you of some points to ponder in regards to getting ready for our incredibly memorable trip to Scandinavia. Check out the following questions so that you can identify ways to prepare for our adventure in advance!
• Do you have your passport?
If the answers to this is "no" and "I haven't applied for one yet," then you are in trouble. See Dr. Berg or me for details on how to rectify this situation. If you have applied and still have not received it, do the same. If you have not yet emailed me your passport info, please do so.
• Do you own comfortable shoes? Do you have a back-up pair in case one gets wet?
If you are planning on new shoes, it is best to buy them now so that they can be broken in well before you are spending ten hours a day hiking around Scandinavia.
• Do you own the appropriate piece of luggage? Backpack? Camera bag?
If you don't, start looking! You never know when you will stumble upon a sale, and it's much easier on your wallet if you start spreading out your purchases before a week prior to the trip.
• Do you have a good carry-on?
A bag that is not too big and not too small will work perfectly as a carry-on and a day bag.
• Are you physically fit?
This may seem like a shocking question, but we only have your best interests in mind. We will be spending many, many hours on our feet, so now is the time to make sure that you have the stamina and the ability to keep up with the group. If you are concerned about this, try taking a walk every night with friends to increase your physical activity and prepare you for our adventure - you'll thank us later!
• Do you need any sort of medication?
Now is the time to make appointments with doctors in order to get your prescriptions up to date and in the correct containers for the trip - there is no sense in waiting until the last minute.
• Do you have a rain coat/poncho?
If you don't have any rain gear, keep your eyes open for some - nothing ruins a day like being soaking wet and cold.
• Do you already own the camera and camera gear that you plan on using?
Think of your camera like new shoes - you're going to want to make sure that you "break it in" before we go. Also, make sure you have a copy of your camera's instruction manual - you'll be surprised how handy those things can be. If you have any questions or concerns about your camera, please come and see me.
• Have you done any research for the trip?
We all say that we are going to be prepared for international travel, but do we ever really research the places we are visiting before we go abroad? Okay, people other than Dr. Berg - do you really do it? Make a vow to yourself to google or *gasp* READ A TRAVEL GUIDE about our destinations... Dr. Berg says that you will be glad that you did.
...and SPEAKING of research, those of you in the Digital Photography class will want to order the following book from amazon.com or purchase it at Barnes and Noble ASAP:
"How To Photograph Your Life: Capturing Everyday Moments with Your Camera and Your Heart" by Nick Kelsh. It appears that it might be out of print, but you can purchase it through Amazon.com's marketplace sellers here.
As for preparatory readings for Dr. Berg and for future meeting times for the group before the trip, keep your eyes open to your email and facebook accounts for announcements. Until then, start making your packing list!
At last check, 45 days, 9 hours and 25 minutes remain until we leave. Not that I'm counting.
That time is going to pass quicker than we all expect, so I'd like to take a few moments of your time and remind you of some points to ponder in regards to getting ready for our incredibly memorable trip to Scandinavia. Check out the following questions so that you can identify ways to prepare for our adventure in advance!
• Do you have your passport?
If the answers to this is "no" and "I haven't applied for one yet," then you are in trouble. See Dr. Berg or me for details on how to rectify this situation. If you have applied and still have not received it, do the same. If you have not yet emailed me your passport info, please do so.
• Do you own comfortable shoes? Do you have a back-up pair in case one gets wet?
If you are planning on new shoes, it is best to buy them now so that they can be broken in well before you are spending ten hours a day hiking around Scandinavia.
• Do you own the appropriate piece of luggage? Backpack? Camera bag?
If you don't, start looking! You never know when you will stumble upon a sale, and it's much easier on your wallet if you start spreading out your purchases before a week prior to the trip.
• Do you have a good carry-on?
A bag that is not too big and not too small will work perfectly as a carry-on and a day bag.
• Are you physically fit?
This may seem like a shocking question, but we only have your best interests in mind. We will be spending many, many hours on our feet, so now is the time to make sure that you have the stamina and the ability to keep up with the group. If you are concerned about this, try taking a walk every night with friends to increase your physical activity and prepare you for our adventure - you'll thank us later!
• Do you need any sort of medication?
Now is the time to make appointments with doctors in order to get your prescriptions up to date and in the correct containers for the trip - there is no sense in waiting until the last minute.
• Do you have a rain coat/poncho?
If you don't have any rain gear, keep your eyes open for some - nothing ruins a day like being soaking wet and cold.
• Do you already own the camera and camera gear that you plan on using?
Think of your camera like new shoes - you're going to want to make sure that you "break it in" before we go. Also, make sure you have a copy of your camera's instruction manual - you'll be surprised how handy those things can be. If you have any questions or concerns about your camera, please come and see me.
• Have you done any research for the trip?
We all say that we are going to be prepared for international travel, but do we ever really research the places we are visiting before we go abroad? Okay, people other than Dr. Berg - do you really do it? Make a vow to yourself to google or *gasp* READ A TRAVEL GUIDE about our destinations... Dr. Berg says that you will be glad that you did.
...and SPEAKING of research, those of you in the Digital Photography class will want to order the following book from amazon.com or purchase it at Barnes and Noble ASAP:
"How To Photograph Your Life: Capturing Everyday Moments with Your Camera and Your Heart" by Nick Kelsh. It appears that it might be out of print, but you can purchase it through Amazon.com's marketplace sellers here.
As for preparatory readings for Dr. Berg and for future meeting times for the group before the trip, keep your eyes open to your email and facebook accounts for announcements. Until then, start making your packing list!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Final payment.
Your complete and final payment for the trip is due to the business office at Mac (lower floor of Katy Hal) on MARCH 20th.
Make your check to MacMurray College.
Are you excited yet????
Make your check to MacMurray College.
Are you excited yet????
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