There are various ways to contact me, listed here:
- Instant Messenger
- Text Pager
- Blackboard Vista Email
- Internet Email
- On Campus
- Telephone
- Campus Mail
- U.S. Mail
Instant Messenger
Instant messengers are not a part of Blackboard Vista, but are availiable on the Internet for free. I am always available from any of these instant messengers using either my computer or my BlackBerry Pearl with unlimited messaging from T-Mobile.
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AOL Instant Messenger - Get AOL Instant Messenger - User ID: rpelleticity |
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Microsoft Windows Live Messenger - Get Microsoft Windows Live Messenger - User ID: rpelleti@rpinfo.com |
Do not hesitate to communicate with me through one of these instant messengers, especially if it is something that requires immediate attention.
Because this is instant, you will get an instant response from me using this means of communication... most of the time. However, there are times when I am not instantly available: while driving, while in a meeting, while watching a movie, etc. in which case I will get to your message as soon as I am able to.
The Learning Resource Center at City College does not want students to use instant messengers UNLESS it is for communicating with their instructor. If you need access to AOL Instant Messenger, but cannot install the software on your computer, use this link: aimexpress.aol.com. Yahoo! Messenger users can now use this link: webmessenger.yahoo.com.
I will not be available after 4:00 pm on weekdays or on weekends, but you can leave me a message with an instant messenger.
Text Pager
For situations where you need to let me know of a problem on Blackboard Vista right away, but you do not want to use an instant messenger, you can send a text message to my phone using my Text Pager. Note that my Text Pager, like the old fashioned pager devices, is one way communications.
Discussion Board
The Blackboard Vista Discussion Board is a good way to communicate with me and the rest of the class. When you have a question that you think others in class can benefit from, please use the Blackboard Vista Discussion Board. It may take from one to four days to get a response from me.
While reading messages on the discussion board, if you see a question that you know the answer to, you may answer it—you don’t have to wait for me to answer it.
Blackboard Vista Email
If you have a question that you would rather keep private, I would recommend that you use Blackboard Vista Email. It may take from one to four days to get a response from me.
Internet Email
If you must contact me with Internet email, use rpelleti@sdccd.edu. This is my official City College email address. I get so many email messages through this address that I may miss your email. I prefer you to use the Blackboard Vista Email whenever possible.
On Campus - Summer 2010
I do not have office hours in the summer, but if you want to meet, you can make an appointment by sending me an email message by Blackboard Vista email and I will let you know if I am available.
Telephone
I am not in my office a lot, but if you want to call and leave a message on my voice mail, you are welcome to do so. My number is (619) 388-3113. If you leave your telephone number, please include the area code (not everyone lives in your area code). The days of the seven digit telephone number are over. Everyone should get in the habit of giving out their area code as a part of their phone number.
Campus Mail
The City College mailroom is located in room A-8. There is a slot on the counter there for dropping off mail to faculty and staff. Be sure to write my name, Prof. Richard Pelletier, on the mail that you want to send to me. Be sure to send me an email to let me know that you left some mail there for me since I will not be on campus during the summer.
U.S. Mail
My mailing address is:
Prof. Richard Pelletier
San Diego City College
1313 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101