March 30, 2010
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Convos
Click here for the Spring Convocation Calendar.
Norton Center for the Arts
Click here to check out the Norton Center for the Arts complete schedule.
Meetings/Gatherings
Wednesday, March 31. The Physics Colloquium Series presents Dr. Gang Cao (U.K.): Orbitally-Driven Physics in Layered Ruthenates and Iridates. Condensed matter physics addresses the fundamental properties of solids and liquids, and, of all subfields of physics, has generated the largest number of practical applications that have dramatically changed our lives in recent decades. The 4d- and 5d-transition metal oxides systems exhibit nearly every collective state known for solids. This talk presents experimental results that display the novel phenomena associated with these materials. Anyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served at 4 p.m. and the talk will begin at about 4:10 p.m. in Olin 129. Click here for the current schedule of films and colloquia.
—James Kelly
Wednesday, March 31, through Friday, April 2. The International Studies Senior Seminar is pleased to present a “Global Citizenship” exhibit in the lounge on first floor Old Carnegie (Study Abroad Office), March 31 (1-4:30 p.m.), April 1 (11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), and April 2 (1-4:30 p.m.). Through posters, interactive media, audio tracks, and thought-provoking materials, the exhibit will give you a new perspective on the controversial topic of “global citizenship.” You will also have an opportunity to add your comments into an audio voice thread.
—Lori Hartmann-Mahmud (pictured)
Get Centred on Sunday nights (April 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9). Get Centred is a contemplative Christian worship service held on Sunday night at 10 p.m. in the candlelit sanctuary of the Presbyterian Church. This half-hour service of music, prayer, scripture readings, and silence is a great way to start the week. Also join us at the Presbyterian Church for Holy Week beginning April 1. Click here for schedule.
—Rick Axtell
Now through April 2. CentrePeace will be sponsoring a week of student action for the Amnesty International Denounce Torture Campaign. The week's schedule—Monday: Sidewalk Chalking, Tuesday: Torture Demonstration, Wednesday: Torture Roundtable, and Thursday: Prayer Vigil for Torture Victims. If you are interested in learning more, please visit our table in Cowan during lunch all week or e-mail Arshiya.Saiyed@centre.edu.
—Arshiya Saiyed
Monday, April 5. Basic Cooking. The Centre Parents Association will host a basic cooking class at 5:30 p.m. (and possibly Tuesday, April 6, if demand is great) in the kitchen and lower lobby of Pearl Hall. If you are interested, you must sign up because space is limited. Call 5345 or e-mail mona.wyatt@centre.edu. Great food, door prizes, and some take-home recipes. Seniors in particular are welcome!
—Mona Wyatt (pictured)
Tuesday, April 6. Art History Speaker. John B. Nici, a New York area high school teacher, Queens College lecturer, and author of Barron’s AP Art History—the best-selling advanced-placement examination review book—will give a presentation rescheduled from mid-February titled “(Re)Packaging Art History for High School Students” at 4 p.m. in JVAC 201. A lively speaker and seasoned teacher of advanced-placement courses in both art history and English who also conducts workshops nationally for high-school teachers new to the curriculum, his talk—sponsored by Centre College’s Art Program—will address the nature, goals, and expectations of the College Board’s AP courses. All are welcome to attend.
—William Levin (pictured)
Sunday, April 11. The ladies of Kappa Alpha Theta invite you to participate in our annual Sink-or-Swim Philanthropy event, benefitting Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). This event will be held at the Boles Natatorium beginning at 6 p.m. Teams of approximately 10 will be competing in water activities such as synchronized swimming, belly flop contests, and raft relays. The winning team and a raffle winner will receive prizes. The cost to register a team is $20, and you must register with Jennifer Bohnert through e-mail (jennifer.bohnert@centre.edu) before April 4. Individual general admission will be $3.
—Stephanie Woeste
Volunteer Opportunities
If you are interested in volunteering for any of the important events listed below, please e-mail patrick.noltemeyer@centre.edu. Patrick Noltemeyer (pictured) is the Associate Dean & Director of Community Service and Bonner Program.
Thursday, April 22. Earth Day at the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Camp from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help paint, clear trails, and pick up trash at this camp in Jessamine County. This workday is part of Kohl’s national Go Green initiative that allows their employees to partner with a non-profit agency to improve the community. In addition to providing labor, Kohl’s will also donate $1,500 to BB/BS.
Now through April 23 on Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. Centre student volunteers are needed to work with special needs children in the CAKE (Clinic Adapted for Kids’ Exercise) program offered by the McDowell Wellness Center. Volunteers will be trained to work one-on-one with a child with a disability to develop gross motor skills and to enhance physical activity and aquatic skills. Activities take place in the gymnasium and pool at the McDowell Wellness Center in Danville.
Friday, April 23, will be the next blood drive. Thanks to all blood donors for their generosity in the last drive. The Kentucky Blood Center collected 51 pints of usable blood from donors on campus in February. This achieved 117% of our established goal!
Saturday, April 24. Help Boyle County Celebrate Earth Day at Millennium Park from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Please e-mail patrick.noltemeyer@centre.edu if you are interested in volunteering for:
• Running a Sno-cone machine
• Supervising an inflatable obstacle course
• Helping with the Earth Day fun run throughout the park
• Helping with the ceremonial tree plantings
• Children’s activities
Friday, April 30, Saturday May 1, and Sunday May 2. PetSmart is sponsoring a nationwide pet adoption event, and "our" PetSmart at Brannon Crossing is participating. The Danville/Boyle County Humane Society needs a lot of volunteers on those three days to help find homes for a lot of animals. There will be a big tent in the PetSmart parking lot that will be open all day, three days in a row. We anticipate needing eight volunteers for each of several four-hour shifts on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We're going to take 40-50 dogs/puppies and cats/kittens that first weekend of May to find their "forever homes!" If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event on either Friday, Saturday, or Sunday – or all three – please e-mail randy.hays@centre.edu.
—Dean Randy Hays (pictured)
Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1, from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bowl For Kids Sake is Big Brothers/Big Sisters biggest annual fundraiser, but to earn more money to support their program, they will be working a BINGO weekend as well. Half of the money raised during the weekend will go to the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Camp, and the other half will go to support local BB/BS programs.
Looking for summer counselors. The Center for Courageous Kids is a world-class medical camp designed specifically for children living with medical challenges who could not attend a traditional camp. Centre volunteers have been a part of CCK since its beginning and is looking for counselors for the summer. To apply or for more information, e-mail kim@courageouskids.org.
Notices
Important Dates for 2010-11 Housing. Please note that several room selection dates have been changed to accommodate other activities happening in April.
April 7. Meeting at 6 p.m. in the Campus Center Ewen Room for those who wish to live off campus. Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Ewen Room for single room selection.
Meeting at 7 p.m. for Hillside selection.
Meeting at 7:30 p.m. for Pearl Hall selection.
April 19. Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Ewen Room for selection of apartments, rooms with attached baths, etc.
April 27. Meeting from 6 to 9:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Ewen Room for all students not previously housed.
—Ann Young (pictured)
The Samuel Robinson Award is a Presbyterian scholarship for undergraduate junior and senior students enrolled full-time in one of the colleges/universities related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). To receive the $1,000 award, students must 1) be active members of a Presbyterian Church, 2) memorize and recite the Westminster Shorter Catechism and 3) submit a 2,000-word essay on the topic, "Which question-answers pair in the Westminster Catechism do you think speaks most directly to the PC(USA) today? Why?" To request an application, please fill out the Samuel Robinson Grant questionnaire. Deadline is April 1.
—Rick Axtell (pictured)
Juniors and Faculty. John C. Young Honors Program. Juniors: It’s not too early to begin working on your application for our John C. Young Honors Program. Applications are open to rising seniors (students who will be seniors in the 2010-11 academic year). Student applicants will need a faculty sponsor. Additional details may be found here. The application deadline is March 31. This year’s John C. Young symposium will be held Sunday, April 18.
—Michael Hamm (pictured)
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Miscellaneous
Want to be pictured on a Centre billboard? How about in a commercial or photo shoot? If you’re interested in being part of the College’s many photo opportunities, let us know! E-mail your name to abigail.malik@centre.edu, and we’ll keep you updated with your chance to represent Centre!
—Abby Malik
Contratulations! The winner of the $25 Walmart gift card for filling out the Personal Finance Survey is Annie Wigginton.
—Jay Russell
Centre Action Reaches Everyone! C.A.R.E. leadership team applications are now being accepted. Do you want to help lead the largest service group on campus? Would you want to help plan major events like Trick or Treat, the Fall Service Plunge, and Bowl For Kids Sake? Click here to apply. The deadline is Tuesday, March 30.
—Patrick Noltemeyer
Students: Applications to be an Orientation Assistant (OA) for the Fall of 2010 are due THIS WEDNESDAY, March 31, by 5 p.m. in the Student Life Office.
There’s still time to be a part of The Amazing Race 2010! To register your team of two, please see Roy Lee Wigginton in the Student Life Office for a form, or inquire at the front desk. There are just a few spots remaining for a chance to compete in challenges that will test your intellect and physical prowess, with cash prizes on the line. The winning duo will receive $500, 2nd - $250, and 3rd - $100! First come, first served.
—Roy Lee Wigginton
Applications for Beta Beta Beta membership due by April 2. The members of TriBeta invite you to join Centre’s Kappa Nu chapter of the national biology honorary society, Beta Beta Beta. This organization is dedicated to improving an understanding of biology through field trips, invited speakers, and casual get-togethers. Please visit the Web sites below to find out more about us. You will also find a link to information that will tell you if you are eligible to join, as well as the application form. First-year students are eligible for associate status, and we encourage you to join us! Second semester sophomores may very well be eligible to become regular members. Those who are currently associate members may be eligible for regular membership this year. Click here for the Centre TriBeta site. Click here for the National TriBeta site. Please contact Melissa Douglas or Dr. Anne Lubbers with any questions.
—Melissa Douglas
The Census is coming to campus April 5 and 6. R.A.s and House Managers will be working with you to fill out the required 2010 Government Census Report. There are only ten questions, so it won’t take very long. It is crucial to the Danville/Boyle County Community to have an accurate counting of Centre students. These numbers determine how much this community receives in the more than $400 billion distribution annually for such things as senior center and health care services, money for local school funding and child-care centers, road work and public transportation, emergency services, etc. Thank you, in advance, for your cooperation.
—Ann Young
I'm looking to purchase a used copy of two textbooks, listed below. Please e-mail abigail.malik@centre.edu with price information. Thanks!
1) Belch, G., & Belch, M. (2008). Advertising and promotion: An integrated marketing communications perspective (8th ed.). (2008). Boston: McGraw Hill. ISBN: 9780073381091.
2) Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. ISBN: 1433805618.
—Abigail Malik
Important Information from Career Services
GOLD Rush – a brand new networking event for juniors and seniors! You will get a chance engage in “speed networking” with young Centre alumni in a wide array of career fields and grad schools. This is a great opportunity to learn more about potential careers and network for potential jobs and internships. Campus Center, Thursday, April 1, at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited so call 5283 to reserve your spot!
Friday, April 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A representative with Campbellsville University will be at the entrance to the Campus Center to talk with interested students about their graduate school.
First-ever program designed just for JUNIORS! Planning Ahead: Job Search & Grad School Prep. There will be two sessions with off-campus professional speakers: one will focus on the job search and the other will focus on graduate school preparation. The program will take place on Tuesday, April 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Ewen Room in the Campus Center. To attend, you must register. E-mail sherri.gowins@centre.edu or phone or call 5283.
Looking for a job in sales? Aflac is hiring Sales Associates in central, eastern, and northern Kentucky. A representative will be on campus on April 13 to interview candidates. The application deadline is April 5—to apply, go to eRecruiting and upload your resume today! Contact Mindy Wilson at mindy.wilson@centre.edu with questions.
Fowler Securities and Benefits will be on campus on April 9 to interview for their paid summer finance/insurance internship. The deadline to apply is April 2. To apply, upload your resume on eRecruiting. Contact Mindy Wilson at mindy.wilson@centre.edu with questions.
Faculty/Staff News
Christine Shannon gave an invited talk at the meeting of the Kentucky section of the Mathematical Association of America which met at UK recently. The title was “How to Solve it – Approximately!”
David Anderson traveled to Philadelphia to address a conference of economic educators and to meet with the AP Economics Test Development Committee. The third edition of his Environmental Economics textbook was published this week by Routledge.
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