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Joint News Release: CSU, Chico Hosts Science and Engineering Research Symposium "Exploring Opportunities of Tomorrow Today"
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 10, 2005
CONTACT: Joe Wills
Tel: 503-898-4143
Lisa DeLaby, Butte College
530-895-2937
Derrick Booth, MESA,
B A STAR Program
530-680-9291
CSU, Chico Hosts Science and Engineering Research Symposium “Exploring Opportunities of Tomorrow Today”
It’s predicted that by 2012, businesses will need two million more scientists and engineers.
The California Association of MESA Directors will offer a Science and Engineering Research Symposium for 120 California community college Mathematics, Engineering and Science Achievement students on Nov. 18 and 19 at the Arroyo Room in downtown Chico and on the California State University, Chico campus.
“The purpose of this event is to expose students from all over California to the many career options, experiences and resources available in mathematics and the sciences. We’ll have speakers discussing new careers and sharing their experiences about many of the new career options out there,” said Dr. Derrick Booth, Butte College MESA and B A STAR director. “Community college students are largely untapped, underrepresented and underexposed to opportunities such as this one. This event helps even the playing field for community college students and provides similar research opportunities and industry support that four-year university students receive.”
To read the complete news release, go to Web Site
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Part-Time Instructor Position
The Department of Economics is looking for part-time instructors for principles of economics classes in the spring semester. If interested, or if you know of someone who may be interested, please contact Jim O’Toole, Department Chair, for details. jotoole@csuchico.edu or x6141
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Civil Engineering Students Win SEAOCC Competition
CSU, Chico Civil Engineering students took top honors in this year’s Structural Engineers Association of Central California’s (SEAOCC) structures competition. The contest requires students from Northern California and Nevada Universities to design and construct structures to meet stringent contest rules. The student teams met at CSU, Chico on Sat., Nov. 5, 2005 for performance testing of the structures where they were evaluated on structural efficiency (load capacity divided by structure weight) and prediction of failure load and failure mechanism. The student teams were required to write a design report and to give a presentation at a professional meeting of SEAOCC Tues., Nov. 8, in Sacramento. Judging was based on the design report, actual structure performance, and the formal presentation. CSU, Chico earned first place and a check for $1000, UC Davis placed second. The CSU, Chico students involved in this years competition include; Matt King SEAOCC Student Chapter President, Jeff Rabo, Aaron Chamberlin, Tanner Michelli, Chin Leung, Ian Hoff, Jasper Rice-Herdt, and Guy Hopes. Faculty advisors to the group are Jon Mohle and Joel Arthur.
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One More Panasonic Projector Available at AS Bookstore Computerworks
The AS Bookstore Computerworks is selling one Panasonic PT-LB20U Projector at our cost for $1259.57. This projector retails for $1499.00! This is the last one available so act fast if you are interested. We will not be able to get any more at this price. If you are interested or have any questions please e-mail ascomputerworks@csuchico.edu or call x4447 and ask for Justin
or Doug.
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New Campus Voice Communication System (PBX)
Following an extensive RFP process, the campus is in the beginning phases of moving from a Centrex (SBC maintained) telephone service to a campus-owned Avaya Hybrid PBX system that is Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) enabled. The Avaya system is a leader in the industry and will provide expanded features and functionality.
The implementation will include the replacement of the existing voice mail system, and each faculty and staff member will be receiving a new telephone set to replace their current one. Department phone numbers will remain the same and we expect the transition to our new campus-owned system to be a smooth one. Additional information along with end-user training dates will be provided once they are known.
Expected Timeline: Now through February 2006
Please stay tuned to Announcements for additional information about this exciting upgrade to our voice communication system.
See the Web Site for Frequently Asked Questions and direct any other inquiries to Kim Williams, project coordinator, at kwilliams@csuchico.edu or x6560.
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Unavailability of Flu Shots at SHS
The supply of flu vaccine available to the Student Health Service at this time is limited and being given to students only. There is an expectation that more vaccine will be received but not guaranteed; therefore, it is suggested that if the opportunity to get the shot elsewhere presents itself, that you do so.
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Sustainability Conference This Friday and Saturday
“This Way to Sustainability” will provide attendees with an opportunity to network, discuss and become more aware about pertinent environmental and social issues.
The conference will take place on the CSU, Chico campus on Nov. 11-12, 2005 in the Bell Memorial Union (BMU).
Attendance is free and open to the public. Those interested can view a
program at the Web Site.
The conference will start on Friday, Nov. 11 with an opening reception/registration in the BMU, followed by panels throughout the rest of the afternoon. The day will conclude with a student reception at 5:00pm as well as a Slow Food Dinner at 6:00pm, sponsored by Chico Food Network.
Saturday the conference continues with opening reception/registration at 8:00am in the BMU. There will be a welcoming speaker at 9:00am followed by panels for the rest of the day. Lunch is available on site. A networking reception concludes the day at 5:00pm. A second Slow Food Dinner will be available at 6:00pm that evening.
Contact Courtney Voss for details, 898-5701.
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Tofurkey Feast at CSU, Chico Nov. 17
The Environmental Action and Resource Center and the Environmental Affairs Council are hosting a Tofurkey Feast on Thurs., Nov. 17.
The event will take place in Selvester’s Café from 11:30pm to 2:00pm. The meal is free to all students and faculty. All attendees will receive a full vegetarian Thanksgiving style meal, including (of course) Tofurkeys!
Raffle tickets will also be provided to all participants who bring re-useable plates and silverware. Raffle prizes include: gift certificates from local businesses, gift baskets, organic cotton T-shirts, reusable coffee mugs, and much more.
The Tofurkey Feast is an annual event that is aimed at promoting vegetarianism, veganism, and the benefits of an environmental and animal friendly lifestyle. The event typically serves around 200 people in a welcoming community atmosphere.
EARC provides a selection of environmental books, periodicals, online resources and videos in order to aid the students, faculty, and staff of CSU, Chico, and community members, in their research and interests in environmental issues. EARC also has a vast array of pamphlets and brochures regarding current environmental issues and local and international environmental groups. For more information, visit EARC in Butte Hall, room 518E, send an e-mail to EARC@csuchico.edu, or call (530) 898-5676.
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JTPM Japanese Print Exhibition "Tradition/Innovation" Reception, Nov. 15
The Janet Turner Print Museum, on the mezzanine of Laxson Auditorium, will host a reception to honor guest curator Dr. Yoshio Kusaba and his Oriental art class that researched the individual collection prints on Tues., Nov. 15 from 5:00 to 6:30pm. “Tradition/Innovation: Ukiyo-e, Shin Hanga and Sosaku Hanga print from the Turner Collection ” explores the history of Japanese relief prints and is on display in the JTPM gallery and the Ayres Hall first floor cases through Dec. 14. This exhibition runs in tandem with Dr. Masami Toku’s “Shojo Manga-Girl Power Comics” currently in the University Art Gallery and the Humanities Gallery in Trinity Hall. For more information call the JTPM office at 898-4476.
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Kindergarten Faire, Nov. 15
The Associated Students Children’s Center Child Development Laboratory, at California State University, Chico are sponsoring a free Kindergarten faire, open to the public.
Representatives from area kindergartens, including alternative, traditional, and private programs, will be present to offer information and answer questions about their educational programs.
Date and Time: Tuesday, November 15, 2005, 6:30 pm
Location: Bell Memorial Union (BMU), CSU, Chico, Room 210
Cost: Free
Sponsored by the Associated Students Children’s Center Child Development Laboratory, California State University, Chico.
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Upcoming School of the Arts Events
CSU, Chico’s School of the Arts will be presenting a number of events during the next several weeks. For more information visit the web page link following each event.
Nov. 8-12 at 7:30pm, Nov. 13 at 2 p.m. • Wismer Theatre (PAC 135)
CSU, Chico Theatre Production: Stop Kiss Web Site
Nov. 11 at 7:30pm • Harlen Adams Theatre (PAC 144)
Fall Choral Concert: Choral Arts Mosaic Web Site
Nov. 16 and 17 at 7:30pm • Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall (PAC 134)
Fall Opera Highlights Concert: Love, Laughter, and Longing Web Site
Nov. 19 at 7:30pm • Cascade Theatre, Redding
Nov. 20 at 2:00pm • Laxson Auditorium, Chico
North State Symphony: The Virtuoso Orchestra Web Site
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New York Times Reporter to Speak, Nov. 15
Computer Hackers, the Modern Software Industry, and the Reshaping of Corporate Values in America (Co-Sponsored by the College of Business and the American Institute of Ethics)
Tues., Nov. 15, 7:30pm, PAC 144 (Harlen Adams Theatre)
John Markoff, Senior Writer, New York Times
What are the ethical issues corporations must consider in the era of information and technology? How does the reporting on these issues, serve, in turn, to further shape how they are viewed and prioritized? In a thought-provoking talk based on his extensive experience, John Markoff, a 17 year veteran of the New York Times and successful author, probes the dynamic relationship between the computers and technology industry in Silicon Valley and the media, focusing his reflections in particular on the value of integrity in technology and business.
John Markoff joined The New York Times in March of 1988 as a reporter for the paper’s business section. He now writes for the Times from San Francisco where he covers Silicon Valley, computers and technology issues.
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An acoustic evening with Bela Fleck and Edgar Meyer, Nov. 18
WHO: Chico Performances presents
WHAT: An acoustic evening with Bela Fleck and Edgar Meyer
WHEN: Fri., Nov. 18
TIME: at 7:30pm
WHERE: in Laxson Auditorium at California State University, Chico
COST/TICKETS: Tickets are $18 for all students and children, $25 for adults, $23 for seniors, $30 for premium seating (all seating is reserved). Tickets are available at the University Box Office at the corner of 2nd and Normal Streets, or by calling 898-6333.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Take two Grammy award winning musicians, throw in musical pieces ranging from Mendelssohn to Miles Davis, and you have an evening of acoustic music like no other. Widely ranked as the world’s best at their respective instruments (Fleck on banjo, Meyer on bass), these consummate musicians will perform original works and classical selections, including pieces from their acclaimed recording, Music for Two.
In addition to their evening performance, Edgar Meyer will be holding a FREE Question & Answer session at 2:30pm in the lobby of Laxson Auditorium prior to their performance.
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