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February 9, 2010: General News

General News | Faculty/Staff News | Student News

Biology Department, Neuroscience Program to Host Speakers

The Biology Department & Neuroscience Program will host Robert Gegear, Ph.D., of University of Massachusetts Medical School on Monday, Feb. 15, at noon in Loyola Hall 100. The title of Dr. Gegear’s talk is "Molecular and behavioral dissection of navigational mechanisms in migratory monarch butterflies."

In addition, the Biology Department & Neuroscience Program will host Marc Seid, Ph.D., of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama on Thursday Feb. 18, at 11:30 a.m. in Loyola Hall 100.

All are invited, and snacks are available. For more information, contact Rob Waldeck, Ph.D., professor of biology, at waldeckr2@scranton.edu.

Come to the Fair Trade Teach-In Set for Feb. 17

The United Students for Fair Trade club will host a Fair Trade Teach-in on Wednesday, Feb. 17, from 5-10 p.m. at the DeNaples Center, Moskovitz Theater (401). Come learn the basics of Fair Trade and how you can incorporate Fair Trade into your life with presentations from speakers, professors and students. There will also be a speaker from the Fair Trade company with products from India, Rupalee.

The Fair Trade Teach-In Schedule is as follows:

5 – 7 p.m. — Fair Trade Vendor Sale and Art Gallery
7 – 8 p.m. — Fair Trade Speaker, Poonam from Rupalee
8 - 8:30 p.m. — Presentations on Fair Trade and the environment, Fair Trade and the Jesuit Mission, A Fair Trade Company profile, and more
8:30 – 9 p.m. — Confessions of Fair Traders and Go-Greeners
9 - 9:30 p.m. — Discussions led by Dr. Len Tischler; more art gallery viewing and coffee

German Conversation Group Hosts Meeting Feb. 10

Kaffeeklatsch, a biweekly German conversation group, will meet Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 4:30-6 p.m. at Northern Lights Café, 530 Spruce Street. Speakers of all proficiency levels are welcome.

For more information, contact Jamie Trnka, Ph.D., professor of World Languages and Cultures, at trnkaj2@scranton.edu.

H1N1 Flu Clinic Scheduled

An H1N1 Flu Clinic has been scheduled for University staff, faculty and students on Wednesday, Feb. 10, in the DeNaples Center, fourth floor, ballroom A. The clinic in open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No appointment is necessary, and there is no fee, but patients must present their Royal Card.

‘Think Pink’ Basketball Games Slated for Feb. 13

On Saturday, Feb. 13, the Center for Health Education and Wellness invites students, faculty and staff to support the University of Scranton’s men’s and women’s basketball teams during their Pink Zone contests for Breast Cancer Awareness. All fans who wear a pink T-shirt will receive free popcorn. The Lady Royals kick off the doubleheader, playing at 2 p.m., and the men’s game follows at 4 p.m. Both contests are against Juniata College, and held at the Long Center.

The Chocolate Fountain Hits DeNaples Feb. 16

The Community Outreach Office, in conjunction with Catering and The Fresh Food Company, will host The Chocolate Fountain on Tuesday, Feb. 16 — “Fat Tuesday — from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be held in the lobby area of the DeNaples Center’s second floor. More than 40 pounds of chocolate was shared last year. The event is free.

Alpha Sigma Nu Alumni Club Hosts ‘Lenten Afternoon of Reflection’

Alpha Sigma Nu, the National Jesuit Honor Society, Alumni Club is sponsoring its fifth annual “Lenten Afternoon of Reflection” Saturday, Feb. 20, beginning at 12:30 p.m. in the DeNaples Center, room 405. It concludes with liturgy at 4 p.m. in the Chapel of the Sacred Heart. The theme is “Reflections for Lent” with a talk by Fr. Timothy Cadigan, S.J., and time for private prayer. All are welcome to attend to get a good start on the Lenten season. Registration is $15 — payable to University of Scranton — and should be sent to Betsey Moylan, secretary, Alpha Sigma Nu Alumni Club, Weinberg Library. Deadline for registration is Friday, Feb. 12.

For more information, contact Moylan at moylanm1@scranton.edu or Tom Hogan at Thomas.Hogan@Scranton.edu.

Technology on Your Own Terms Series Continues

The Weinberg Memorial Library and the CTLE are continuing the Technology on Your Own Terms series during Spring 2010. Please join us for hands-on technological training. The next session is set in Weinberg Memorial Library Room 306 on Friday, Feb. 19, from noon - 1 p.m.

Can You See Me Now?:
Creating Digital Web Albums to Share with Family and Friends

Participants in this workshop will use Google’s Picasa Web Album to store and share digital photos on the web with family and friends. Utilizing 1 GB of free storage you will create an online album, add name tags to your photos, sort your collection by name, and then create a custom slideshow. In addition, you will learn how to create a collaborative web album that allows family and friends to contribute photos and video to your album. Other topics will include a review of several account settings, e-mail notification, and how to upload photos using an e-mail account. (Taught by Vince Yanusauskas, Library)

All faculty and staff members are welcome, but seats are limited, so please register for sessions at www.scranton.edu/ctleregistration (under Special Events).

Pet Supply Drive Lasts Until Feb. 12

In cooperation with the Community Outreach Office, the Griffin Pond Animal Shelter — formerly the Humane Society — is conducting a Pet Supply Drive through Friday, Feb. 12. Donations can be dropped off in the Community Outreach Office, the DeNaples Center, room 205B, or call (570) 941-7429 to arrange for pick-up on campus. All food should be unopened and within expiration date.

Cat litter, cat food and kitten food are desperately needed. Among the items sought are used inkjet cartridges; aluminum cans for recycling; large durable chew bones; puppy food; dog food; cat toys; small litter pans; hamster, rabbit and guinea pig food; Havahart humane traps; garbage bags (all sizes); paper towels; copier paper; cloth towels and blankets; dish and laundry detergent; bleach; insulated hose and nozzles; brooms; scrub brushes; rubber gloves; buckets; collars; leashes; and gift cards to grocery stores, pet stores, Walmart, etc.

From more information, visit www.hslc.pondpets.com.

St. Patrick's Day Clothing Fundraiser Ongoing

Don’t delay, buy your St. Patrick's Day clothing now before we sell out!

This year’s St. Patrick’s Day Clothing Fundraiser is raising money for Spring Break service trips to Virginia, Kentucky, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago and San Diego, Calif.

T-shirts cost $10, long-sleeved T-shirts are $15, sweatpants — in navy or athletic gray with pockets — are $20 and hoodies cost $15. Package deals are: T-shirt and pants for $25; long-sleeved T-shirt and pants cost $30; and buy any regular-priced item and get a hoodie for $10.

Royal card, cash or checks are all accepted, and can be purchased during office hours in the Community Outreach Office, DeNaples Center, room 205B, in the student forum area. Sorry, no holds please.

For more information, contact Ellen Judge at judgee2@scranton.edu.

BASTA! STOP! Hot Cocoa Social Set for Feb. 12

BASTA! STOP! is the theme of the annual Hot Cocoa Social Friday, Feb. 12. Due to its popularity, this event, which first took place two years ago as the Office of Equity & Diversity Open House, has taken on a life of its own.

On the heels of Dr King’s celebration, situated in the middle of Black History Month, heralding both International Women’s Day (March 8) and International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (March 21), the BASTA!STOP! theme seems fitting to bring the entire University Community as well as friends and family from Lackawanna and surrounding counties to say a collective BASTA!STOP! to: harassment, discrimination, hate, racism, unfair treatment, and gender-based violence.

You are invited to come in from the cold and ‘lend a hand’ while you enjoy some hot cocoa and participate in a great event.

The social is in the Office of Equity & Diversity, St. Thomas Hall, Suites 471, 472, 473, 474. For more information, contact: Rosette Adera, Director, Office of Equity & Diversity, at 941-6645 or e-mail Diversity@scranton.edu.

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