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November 9, 2010: Student News

General News | Faculty/Staff News | Student News | Athletics News

YES is in Need of Student Leaders

Youth Employment Series (YES) is a grant-funded program created and coordinated by The University of Scranton’s Office of Career Services and Community Outreach Office. It is designed to provide 15 disadvantaged Scranton area youth with career decision making and job search assistance. Eight University of Scranton students, chosen as career mentors for this program, will have an opportunity to gain experience working with disadvantaged youth, develop their leadership skills, and learn more about career development.

For more information and an application form, contact Betty Rozelle at 941-5988 or Pat Vaccaro at 941-7429. They may also be reached by e-mail at Elizabeth.Rozelle@scranton.edu or vaccarop1@scranton.edu.

Calling All Student Artists!

Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) is looking for a student artist to help us design and illustrate a new project. This would be great experience to add to your portfolio! For more information, contact Megan Byers at byersm2@scranton.edu.

Evening of Reflection for Graduate Students

An evening of reflection for graduate students is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 21, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Campion Townhouse (concluding with 7 p.m. mass in Madonna della Strada Chapel). All graduate students are invited to take some time to reflect, pray and connect with other graduate students.

Free dinner will be included. Visit University Ministries (located on the second floor of the DeNaples Center) or e-mail Amy Hoegen at hoegena2@scranton.edu to make your reservation. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 17.

Announcing Summer 2011 Study Abroad in Kenya

Dr. Tata Mbugua and Prof. Sandra Lamanna of the Education Department are happy to announce the Summer 2011 Graduate Study Abroad in Kenya. This academic program is in its second year and will run from June 15-July 2, 2011. Students will enroll in one course and live at the Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) in Nairobi for the duration of the course. The course will include but not limited to experiential learning through Jesuit Refugee Services, variety of educational and cultural settings, issues of sustainability through the GreenBelt Movement and medical and psychosocial needs of children through African Jesuit Aids Network (AJAN). An exciting and educational trip to the Mara Serena National Park will highlight unique ecotourism perspectives for students. An information session will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 9, and Thursday, November 11, in the Reading Room of McGurrin Hall at 6 p.m. All students interested in participating, including those who desire additional information, are encouraged to attend. Participants must be registered graduate students at The University of Scranton. Interested students may contact Dr. Tata Mbugua at mbuguat2@scranton.edu or Prof. Sandra Lamanna at lamannas2@scranton.edu for more information.

Resume Writing Workshop Thursday

Need help getting your resume started or updated? Attend the Resume Writing Workshop Thursday, Nov. 11, at Career Services at 11:30 a.m. You can sign up through your College Central account (create one if you're new to the office) at http://www.collegecentral.com/scranton or by calling Career Services at 941-7640.

Resident Assistant/Community Assistant Info Sessions

Are you interested in helping The University of Scranton experience for fellow students?

If you are and would like to learn more about the constructive world of a resident assistant, please stop by one of the following information sessions:

Tuesday, Nov. 9 — DeNaples Center 406, 11:56 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 12 — DeNaples Center 405, 11:58 a.m.
Monday, Nov. 15 — DeNaples Center 405, 11:08 a.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 17 — DeNaples Center 406, 5:04 p.m.

These sessions take roughly an hour with questions and offer a great opportunity to get started in the process.

If you are unable to attend a session, look for more information on the Resident Life website in the coming week on how to download and submit an application.

Any questions related to the RA selection process should be sent to Victor Allara at allarav2@scranton.edu or call ext. 6375.

USPB Presents Eclipse Nov. 15

The Programming Board will present "Eclipse" on Monday, Nov. 15, at 8:30 p.m. in the Moskovitz Theater. Free food, drinks and raffle are available. For more information, contact Laura Cicirelli at cicirellil2@scranton.edu.

Hello Home! Workshop Scheduled Dec. 3

If you are an international student or a returning study abroad student, "Hello Home!" workshop is for you! This workshop, scheduled Friday, Dec. 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., will assist you with integrating your experience in the United States or abroad, with life in your own country. The workshop will be held at the DeNaples Center, room 406. For more information, contact Dr. Pornthip Chalungsooth (simply Dr. PC) at (570) 941-4163 or e-mail chalungsoop2@scranton.edu. Gift certificates will be given to participants and lunch will be served.

Ignatian Family Teach-ins For Justice Scheduled Nov. 13-15

Jesuit Martyrs of El Salvador (SOA) Remembrance & Congressional Visits on Capitol Hill are scheduled Nov. 13-15 at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Students are invited to join thousands of students from Jesuit schools across the country. Limited space is available, and the fee is $50 (non-refundable). This event is sponsored by the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. Club and Office of University Ministries. To register, visit the Office of University Ministries. For more information, contact Brian Pelcin at pelcinb2@scranton.edu or 941-5458.

Thanksgiving Break Residence Hall Closing Information

On-campus houses, apartments and residence halls will close on Wednesday, Nov. 24, at noon for Thanksgiving break. On-campus housing will re-open on Sunday, Nov. 28, at moon.

Dining Information
The Fresh Food Company (third floor of the DeNaples Center) will close on Tuesday, Nov. 23, at 2:30 p.m. and re-open Sunday, Nov. 28, at 4:45 p.m. The first-floor food court will close on Wednesday, Nov. 24, at 2 p.m. and will open on Sunday, Nov. 28, at 4 p.m.

All residents are required to complete the following closing procedures:

Clean your room (i.e. remove trash/clean out personal refrigerators).
Remove any items that may spoil over break (i.e. milk, bread, etc.).
Close and lock all windows.
Pull down and close blinds.
Turn off all lights.*Close and lock room door.
Last person to leave, sign the "We're Outta Here" form and place on the outside of the door.

Residents are not permitted to stay on campus during the Thanksgiving break. Graduate students living in Graduate Housing in Herold House and Dorothy Day Apts. are not required to leave for the break. For more information, contact res-life@scranton.edu.

Interested in Long-Term Service After Graduation?

Representatives from Jesuit Volunteer Corps, Passionist Volunteers International, Mercy Volunteer Corps, ACE, MAGIS, PACT, Operation TEACH, Christian Appalachian Project and many more will be on hand to talk to those interested in long-term service of a year or more after graduation.

Please stop by the DeNaples Center's ballroom on Wednesday, Nov. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. to hear more about opportunities available to you. For more information, contact Cathy Seymour, University Ministries, at 570-941-7409 or e-mail seymourc1@scranton.edu.

Want Free Tuition for the Spring 2011 Semester?

Participate in the tuition raffle – open to all full-time undergraduate students — and get your full tuition paid for the spring 2011 semester!

HOW? Raffle tickets were mailed to your home address in the beginning of the fall 2010 semester. You or your parents should fill out the raffle tickets and send them to:

The University of Scranton Programming Board (USPB) Office
205Q The DeNaples Center
800 Linden Street
Scranton, PA 18510

Open to all full-time undergraduate students.

For more information, and questions or concerns, e-mail uspb@scranton.edu.

Summer Study Abroad in Florence, Italy

Drs. Virginia Picchietti and Marzia Caporale of the Department of World Languages and Cultures are happy to announce the Summer Study Abroad in Florence, Italy. This academic program will run from May 28 to June 25, 2011. Students will enroll in courses and live in Florence for the duration of the program. The program will also include day trips to other exciting Italian destinations. An informational meeting will be held on Friday, Nov. 19, at 3 p.m., in O'Hara Hall, room 306. All students interested in participating, including those who desire additional information, are encouraged to attend. Participants must be in good standing at The University of Scranton. For more information, please contact Dr. Picchietti at picchiettv1@scranton.edu or Dr. Caporale at caporalem2@scranton.edu.

Bring-it! Spiritual Exercising for Men

All male students are invited to Bring-it!, sponsored by the Office of University Ministries, every Tuesday night at 8:30 p.m. Wear exercise gear – we go rain or shine! Meet at the DeNaples Center's fireplace. For more information or questions, contact Brian Pelcin, University Minister, at 941-5458.

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