Alfred University's Daily Announcements - AURA

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Thursday, March 20, 2008

In This Issue

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General Announcements

· Blood Drive Friday, March 21

· Christian Holy Week Services

· 'In Progress' Alfred Graduate Ceramics Show

· A Lively Discussion of Plagiarism

· Do You Want To Go To a Buffalo Sabres Game?

· Open On-Campus Interviews, Wellsville Creative Arts Center

· On-campus Interviews, Business, Marketing, Engineering

· Live and Learn Fall 2008

· Health Insurance Open Meeting - 3/27/08

· Relay For Life, March 28-29th: Sign Up Now!

· Founder's Day Celebration!

· AAA Offered to AU Employees

· Self Defense Workshop - Register Now!

· Another Team Trivia Night at Herrick Library!

· Races is Looking for Dancers!

· Art Union is Hosting a Juried Show!

· Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show

· Women of Influence / Bergren Forum

· Help Us Start a New Student Chapter of the CEC at Alfred U!

· Notice of Internal Posting

· Women's Leadership Academy - Apply Today

· ALANA Reunion 2008!

What's Happening?

More Events...

TODAY 8:00 Saint-Gobain

Containers Field Trip 12:10 Women of Influence /

Bergren Forum: Dr.

Evelyn Murphy 2:20 Class on Traditional

Irish Music

4:30 SOE Faculty Candidate - Dr. Olivia A. Graeve 7:30 Song-Writing

Workshop

8:00 Races is Looking for Dancers

TOMORROW 10:00 Blood Drive

3:30 A Lively Discussion of Plagiarism

9:00 Game Night

·Men’s & Women’s Swim Meet

·Residence Life Staff Appreciation Day!

SATURDAY 7:00 Guest Artist Recital

Irish Guitarist 8:00 Alternative Cinema

Presents 'Bad Taste' 9:00 'Bipolar Boy'

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Blood Drive Friday, March 21

Please consider giving blood at the Alfred University Blood Drive on Friday, March 21. Our goal is to collect 90 units. You may make an appointment using the link below. If you donated on or before Jan.

25, 2008, you are eligibile to donate again. Walk-ins are welcome. Photo ID is required to donate.

Link: http://givesblood.org/go.php?bdc=427749

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Christian Holy Week Services

This week is Holy Week for Christians and several churches will be holding special services during the week to which students and community members are invited.

Some churches have posted the schedule of their services on the Spiritual Life Announcement page. If you would like information for a church not found on the announcement page, you can go to the main Spiritual Life Web page to find contact information for of the area Christian churches.

Link: Spiritual Life Events and Announcements

'In Progress' Alfred Graduate Ceramics Show

Join us at the opening in Pittsburgh this Friday night March 21!

Rebecca Chappell, Paul Donnelly, Benjamin DeMott, Mark Hochstedler, Elizabeth Emery, Shawn Murrey, Joseph Page, Michael Fujita, Seth Payne, Thomas Schmidt, Kala Stein, Eliza Au, Liz Sparks, Mathew Karas, Alec Schramek, Andrea Marquis.

March 17-22, 2008

622 2nd Ave. Pittsburgh, PA Gallery Hours 1-7 p.m. daily

Reception, Friday, March 21 7-10 p.m.

Gallery Talk with the artists, Saturday, March 22 2-4 .pm.

All Welcome

Attachment: Alfred_Show.pdf

A Lively Discussion of Plagiarism

This Friday the Writing Center will host a discussion of how to help students avoid plagiarizing (intentionally or unintentionally). Allen Grove, Emrys Westacott, and Doreen Edwards will get the conversation started.

Allen will briefly show us the temptations presented to students by the internet as well as the tools it offers us to fight back; Emrys will offer some low-tech options while making the controversial

argument that we should be less concerned with the issue overall; and Doreen will take the middle ground, raising some questions about citation.

Please bring your questions and ideas. Interesting and tasty refreshments will be served. Friday, March 21, 3:30 p.m., Seidlin 228

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Do You Want To Go To a Buffalo Sabres Game?

On Friday, March 28, the Office of Student Involvement is sponsoring a trip to see the Buffalo Sabres take on the Montreal Canadians. The tickets are $50 and you can choose to drive yourself or ride the provided bus. We would depart at 4:30 PM and the game is at 7:30 PM. Please contact

[email protected] if you are interested. Go Sabres!

Open On-Campus Interviews, Wellsville Creative Arts Center

The Wellsville Creative Arts Center (WCAC) will be conducting interviews on Thursday, March 27, 2008 for the following positions:

Multiple Internships during the 2008-09 Academic Year Ceramic Artist Apprenticeships

These are open sign-ups. Interviews will be granted on a first-come, first served basis. Deadline to sign up is midnight, Tuesday, March 25, 2008.

Junior/Senior status preferred; undergraduates welcome. Non art majors welcome; deep interest in art and art related work required. Complete job description available on the Web site. Fuel stipend

provided.

Any interested candidate can sign up for an interview time slot via our Web site.

www.alfred.edu/cdc/ Click on "Students." Next click on "Find a Job" and log into Saxon JobLink using your ID and password per the instructions. Next click on "On-Campus Recruiting, Resume Collections, Employer-In-Residence, and Mock Interview Week."

Positions will be located in Wellsville, NY.

If you have any questions regarding On-Campus Recruiting please review the On-Campus Interview Guidelines http://www.alfred.edu/cdc...

and/or contact Nancy Williams, Recruiting Coordinator at 871-2164.

Link: Saxon JobLink

On-campus Interviews, Business, Marketing, Engineering

Allegheny Bradford Corp. has extended its resume deadline and added additional opportunities for the Friday, March 28, 2008 interviews.

They are now seeking undergraduate and graduate Business Administration, Marketing, Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering candidates for multiple opportunities:

Project Managers Process Engineers

Quality Assurance Engineer

Allegheny Bradford Corp. will prescreen resumes. Resume deadline is now midnight Thursday, March 20, 2008. Any interested candidates in the above majors must attach their resumes via our Web site.

www.alfred.edu/cdc/ Click on "Student or Alumni Login." Log into Saxon JobLink using your ID and password per the instructions. Next click on "On-Campus Recruiting & Resume Collections."

Complete job description online.

Positions will be located in Bradford, PA.

We also recommend possibly doing a mock interview prior to your real interview for practice. This can

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be scheduled by calling 607-871-2164.

If you have any questions regarding On-Campus Recruiting please review the On-Campus Interview Guidelines http://www.alfred.edu/cdc...

and/or contact Nancy Williams, Recruiting Coordinator at 871-2164.

Link: Saxon JobLink

Live and Learn Fall 2008

The Gary Horowitz Service Learning Center will begin operations this fall in Joel's House. The Horowitz Center will offer a select group of students a special interest-type residence while they develop and complete a yearlong service learning project as a team.

For application details, come to the information session on 3/25 at 5 p.m. in Perlman 218. Interested students should contact Dr. Ariana Huberman at [email protected].

The National Service Learning Clearinghouse defines service learning as a teaching and learning strategy that integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities.

Link: http://www.servicelearning.org

Health Insurance Open Meeting - 3/27/08

It's the time of year when we meet with representatives of our health insurance provider to negotiate the terms for 2008-09. Please consider attending an open meeting to share your thoughts and ideas about what you'd like in next year's insurance plan.

Moderated by Kathy Woughter, VP Student Affairs, and Rosetta Brown-Greaney, Director of the Crandall Health Center.

Please RSVP if you plan to attend. Location will be determined after we know how many people are interested. E-mail [email protected] or call 607-871-2132 to let Kathy know you'll be coming.

DINNER WILL BE PROVIDED.

Relay For Life, March 28-29th: Sign Up Now!

Don't forget to sign up for Relay For Life to honor loved ones who have cancer and to raise money for the American Cancer Society's research for a cure!

You can be a part of this meaningful and fun event to fight back against cancer! If you don't have a team to walk with, join "Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem!" This team is open to anyone who'd like to join!

What is Relay For Life? Relay is an overnight event in which participants form teams to take turns walking around a path. There is a meaningful luminary ceremony, crazy contests, and great company!

All money raised goes to the American Cancer Society.

The Relay will be Friday, March 28-Saturday, March 29 in McLane gym. Registration begins at 6 p.m.

on Friday.

*This event is not just for students--anyone in the Alfred community is welcome to participate!

Link: Click Here to Sign Up Online!

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Founder's Day Celebration!

Celebrate Founder's Day

On Saturday, March 22, Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), a National Leadership Society, is celebrating the founding day of Alfred University. Please come celebrate Alfred University's 172nd year by taking advantage of the local participants' generous offers on Saturday. (These are available for University faculty, staff, and students with school ID.) Also, a table will be set up in Ade Hall for taste testing foods from the Alfred Wood Heat Cookery by Margaret Adams and Margaret Rase.

Participating Stores and Restaurants:

The Gallery of Creative Gifts 10% off all merchandise Open 10-4 on Sat.

Alfred Sports Center 10% off any in-stock items Open 9-3 on Sat.

Alfred Bookstore

10% off any clothing or memorabilia Open 12-4 on Sat.

Collegiate

Get a drink free when purchasing a meal.

Open until 3pm on Sat.

Terra Cotta

Get a cookie free when purchasing a meal.

Open 9am-12am on Sat

Sonora's - Authentic Mexican Restaurant 10% off entire meal

Open 12pm-9pm on Sat

AAA Offered to AU Employees

AAA is being offered to Alfred University employees as an option when booking business travel arrangements. Employees are not required to use this service, and it should be noted that there are no membership fees involved when booking University-related travel.

In an effort to explain the role AAA can take when making travel arrangements, University employees are invited to attend any of the four (4) informational sessions that will be held on Tuesday, March 25.

These sessions will take place in the Kenyon-Allen-Davis room located on the second floor of the Powell Campus Center. Each session will last approximately one hour with sessions beginning on the hour at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Informational handouts will also be available during the sessions.

If you are unavailable on the 26 to attend one of the sessions but are interested in learning how the AAA travel program may be of assistance to you, please contact Sue Peck at 871-2260.

Self Defense Workshop - Register Now!

Saturday, March 29, 2008 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Women's Leadership Center

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Join the WLC for an afternoon of self-defense! Learn self-defense tactics and thenuse them on a padded"attacker".

Elise Flynn, together with a team of instructors from Alfred Martial Arts, will teach the basic elements of self-defense. The workshop will include some simple self-preservation strategies and an array of practical, effective techniques (with a focus on techniques for women).

Participants will have ample opportunity to practice. Each participant will receive a certificate of completion. All are welcome!

Space is limited so register now for this fabulous (FREE) workshop! 607.871.2971 or e-mail [email protected]">[email protected].

The deadline to register for this workshop is March 27th.

Another Team Trivia Night at Herrick Library!

Saturday, March 29 8-10 p.m.

Herrick Library Cafe Host: Mike Allen Prizes!

Races is Looking for Dancers!

Poder Latino's annual dance and culture program showcasing Hispanic Heritage via the medium of dance is currently looking for anyone interested in dancing.

You don't have to be Hispanic, familiar with Hispanic music, speak Spanish, or be a part of Poder Latino to participate; we encourage all people from all backgrounds to join our ranks and enjoy this experience with us.

The choreographers of the show will be showing off their dances:

Thursday March 20

@ 8 P.M.

in Nevin's Theater of Powell Campus Center

You may choose to enlist with them for any/all dances - we are doing this showing so you can get a sense of your interest in participation.

Thank you, Poder Latino

Art Union is Hosting a Juried Show!

Art Union is having a juried art competition this semester at Gallery 17 on Main Street (the old video store). All submissions will have been chosen anonymously by seven Alfred University faculty members. There will be prizes!

Friday, April 18 we will be having a reception at the gallery 6-8 p.m. where we will have food and refreshments and the prizes will be announced!

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Please view the online prospectus form to submit (open to all grad and undergraduate students at both Alfred University and Alfred State College). Submission deadline is Monday, March 31.

Link: Online Prospectus

Etiquette Dinner & Fashion Show Thursday, April 3 6-9 at the Knight Club

Learn how to handle the lunch or dinner interview; bad vs. good manners; tips and pointers all while dining with your peers and employers. The dinner will be followed by a fashion show that will open your eyes to appropriate business, business casual and business after-hours attire.

Sign up by e-mailing [email protected] This a free event sponsored by Kohler, Inc.

Women of Influence / Bergren Forum

"Getting Even: Why Women Don't Get Paid Like Men - and What to Do About It"

Thursday, March 20, 12:10 p.m. at Nevins Theater in the Powell Campus Center.

Dr. Evelyn Murphy, former Lt. Governor of Massachusetts, speaks about the costs of the pay gap for women and families, debunks the myth that women "choose" to make less, and describes research which reveals the extent to which gender wage discrimination permeates the United States economy.

Made possible by AAUW's Leadership and Training Institute.

Attachment: evelyn_murphy_poster2.pdf

Help Us Start a New Student Chapter of the CEC at Alfred U!

The Education Department is starting a new student chapter for the Council of Exceptional Children.

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students with disabilities, and/or the gifted.

CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides continual professional development, advocates for newly and historically underserved individuals with

exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice.

We will be holding an organizational meeting on Wednesday March 26 at 6:30 p.m. in room 228 in Meyers Hall.

If you have any questions or would like more information, you can visit the CEC Web site at the link below, or e-mail [email protected]. All interested are invited to attend - we are looking forward to seeing you!

Link: http://www.cec.sped.org

Notice of Internal Posting

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Associate 1 Division Secretary Biology/Athletic Training

Link: Division Secretary

Women's Leadership Academy - Apply Today Join Us on A Journey!

Leadership is a journey. Few of us are born leaders, and the Women's Leadership Academy is not intended for those few who have (or think they have) mastered the skills of leadership.

The Academy is a learning community where through collaboration and common effort we explore the meaning of leadership,

investigate ways in which gender may or may not influence

leadership, and create opportunities to enhance our leadership skills.

Interested? First-Year and Sophomores apply by Monday, April 7. Contact us at [email protected] or 607.871.2971 if you have questions or would like an application. The application is also linked below.

WLA is more than a series of events, it's a network of women who help each other succeed!

Attachment: WLC_Academy_brochure_083.pdf

ALANA Reunion 2008!

The 2nd ALANA Reunion will be taking place April 11-13, 2008! Here is the official schedule:

Friday, April 11, 2008

8 pm Welcome Back Reception Fasano Welcome Center Saturday, April 12, 2008

10 am Drawn to Diversity breakfast Ade Lobby

-special presentation of D2D project to Wegmans Food Markets 1 pm Surprise Lunch

Location: TBA

4 pm Dinner and Speaker Powell Knight Club

8 pm Raices in Holmes Auditorium -cultural performances by students 12 am After party in Susan Howell Hall

$25 per person (includes dinner & gift) To rsvp, by Marc 31, contact:

Jessica Cabrera, Reunion Coordinator at [email protected] Dan Napolitano, Director of Student Activities at (607) 871-2925

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You can also get informed on our facebook site under ALANA Unity Celebration. Feel free to join.

Attachment: ALANA_Reunion_20081.doc